Course Descriptions and Objectives

ETEC 175 - Introduction to Materials Science

1. Explain the differences in properties of different materials, including metals, alloys, ceramics, polymers and composites.
2. Relate the properties of materials to microstructure.
3. Describe the basics of processing techniques for altering the microstructure and properties of different materials.
4. Apply the basic principles of material selection to specific applications.

ETEC 176 - Introduction to Robotics

1. Identify all parts and components and describe their function in the robotic system.
2. Test wires, resistors and LEDs using a multimeter.
3. Write a short functional test program on a computer and download it to a robot.
4. Write well documented programs to read sensors and control outputs.
5. Run functional test programs and evaluate the actions of the robot.

ETEC 177 - Robotics 2

1. Program a microcontroller.
2. Describe the operation of a servo motor.
3. Demonstrate the use of different types of basic sensors.
4. Troubleshoot the software and hardware of a small robotic system.
5. Program simple artificial intelligence into a robotic system.
6. Write and execute a variety of programs for robotic navigation.
7. Implement the use of a new microcontroller platform into an existing robot system.

ETEC 178 - Robotics 3

1. Write complex programs that control a microcontroller based robot.
2. Troubleshoot the hardware and software of a microcontroller system using functional testing and the oscilloscope.
3. Program a microcontroller based control system using a compiler.
4. Implement the use of a new platform using the old microcontroller robot system.
5. Work as a team to accomplish a complex task with the microcontroller and robot.

ETEC 180 - Polymer Technology

1. Describe the basic properties and characteristics of polymers.
2. Explain and apply the basics of deformation, elasticity, and mechanical behavior in polymeric materials.
3. Explain the relationship between polymer structure and properties.
4. Identify the different types of polymers, including elastomers and fibers.
5. Explain the various fabrication techniques of polymeric materials, and explain the advantages and disadvantages.
6. Apply and explain the application of polymers to engineering and composite manufacturing.
7. Perform basic qualification and selection of polymer materials.

ETEC 189 - Fiber Reinforced Composites: Repair

1. Perform quality inspection.
2. Document the part condition before repair.
3. Identify sources of composite damage.
4. Describe different repair techniques for different sorts of composite damage.
5. Define foreign object damage (FOD) and identify sources of FOD.
6. Conduct basic repairs.

ETEC 190 - Critical Composite Maintenance and Repair Issues

1. Distinguish between skills needed for structures engineers, inspectors and technicians dealing with composite maintenance and repair, including identifying the steps required in repair design, process planning, inspection, and approval.
2. Identify composite damage types and sources and their significance to structural integrity.
3. Identify and describe information contained in source and regulatory documentation.
4. Describe composite laminate fabrication and bonded repair methods, including typical processing defects that occur in composite laminate fabrication and bonded repair.
5. Describe composite laminate bolted assembly and repair methods.
6. Describe latest developments in research on maintenance and repair of composite materials.

ETEC 191 - Awareness of Critical Composites and Maintenance and Repair Issues: Lab

1. Using supplied materials, identify composite damage types and sources and their significance to structural integrity.
2. Demonstrate the use of composite laminate fabrication and bonded repair methods, including typical processing defects that occur in both methods.
3. Perform a bonded composite repair.
4. Using supplied materials, demonstrate composite damage and repair inspection procedures.
5. Describe composite laminate bolted assembly and repair methods, and perform and inspect a bolted composite repair.
6. Write an appropriate repair procedure and in-process quality control plan based on a chosen repair option.

ETEC 199 - Special Projects

1. Produce a circuit, project, paper or presentation on a department approved topic.
2. Research the topic on the Internet.
3. Track their use of time in creating this project.

ETEC 200 - Introduction to Composites

1. Explain the basic properties, characteristics and constituents of composite materials.
2. Explain the functions and elements of ASTM standards.
3. Explain and apply the different fabrication processes for composite materials, including bonding, fastening, laminating, and finishing techniques.
4. Describe the primary usage of composite materials in today’s industry and potential for future applications.
5. Perform basic fabrication processes in making composite structures.
6. Follow procedures when using lab equipment, and apply safety procedures when working in the lab.

ETEC 205 - Introduction to Automation Studio

1. Design a pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, or electrical (or combination) project.
2. Identify components by their diagram symbol.
3. Run and optimize a simulation.

ETEC 210 - Electronics for STEM

1. Demonstrate knowledge of electrical quantities.
2. Operate basic electronic test equipment.
3. Use engineering notation and metric notation in calculations and descriptions of electrical and computer quantities.
4. Identify most components on a circuit board.
5. Research a component, concept, or problem on the Internet.
6. Troubleshoot an open in a simple circuit or device.
7. Build a circuit from a schematic diagram.
8. Analyze and test a circuit for proper operation.

ETEC 211 - Lean Manufacturing

1. Describe basic continuous improvement processes including lean, Six Sigma, and total quality management.
2. Map and analyze a value stream.
3. Describe the eight types of waste that exist in manufacturing and transactional processes.
4. Explain the difference between push and pull manufacturing.
5. Calculate process cycle time, process cycle efficiency, critical work in process, and inventory turns.
6. Set up a replenishment pull system.
7. Describe key features of a supply chain management program and stocking strategy.
8. Identify process constraints.
9. Implement quick changeover techniques.
10. Demonstrate the ability to work in teams.

ETEC 215 - Applied Statics

1. Explain and apply the principles of vector mechanics, vector algebra, and of representation of physical quantities by a vector notation.
2. Explain the physical meaning of a force and a moment equilibrium. Draw a correct and complete FBD of forces and moments for a structure.
3. Explain and apply the method of joints and the method of sections for the analysis of trusses.
4. Explain and apply the concept of friction on surfaces, calculate friction forces, and draw the proper FBD showing friction forces.
5. Explain the difference between static and dynamic friction. Explain and apply the principles of internal forces in structures, and draw shear and moment diagrams for beams.

ETEC 220 - Applied Strengths of Materials

1. Explain and apply the principles of vector mechanics, vector algebra, and of representation of physical quantities by a vector notation.
2. Explain the physical meaning of a force and a moment equilibrium.
3. Draw a correct and complete FBD of forces and moments for a structure.
4. Select and apply tools to analyze tension, compression, shear, deformation, torsion, and stress of members.
5. Apply the basics of materials testing procedures to measure mechanical properties.
6. Correctly use computerized materials test instrumentation and interpret test results.
7. Run tensile, compressive, flexural, peel tests, and interpret test curves.

ETEC 230 - Intermediate CAD and 3D Printing

1. Create advanced drawing configurations.
2. Create assemblies that are ready for 3D printing.
3. Print simple 3D parts.

ETEC 231 - Advanced CAD and 3D Printing

1. Create advanced assembly drawing configurations.
2. Convert CAD drawings to CAM for CNC fabrication.
3. Create and print advanced, moving 3D parts.

ETEC 250 - Composites Engineering Design

1. Apply the basic principles of structural design utilizing composite material.
2. Explain the advantages of planning a design to meet the manufacturing requirements.
3. Apply the basic principles of material and process selection, structural design, aesthetic design, and assembly.
4. Perform design, construction, and fabrication of laminated parts.
5. Use appropriate terminology as it relates to composite structure design and manufacturing.
6. Perform simple repairs of composite structures.
7. Follow appropriate processes for structural and nonstructural evaluation, material handling, surface preparation.

ETEC 251 - Advanced Digital Circuits

1. Analyze and predict actual circuit operation of different types of digital circuits, using the thinking tools of basic electronics.
2. Design functional tests for different types of digital circuits.
3. Perform a functional test, interpret results, choose a circuit stimulus, and make systematic measurements, to isolate a fault.
4. Document one’s testing and troubleshooting process by recording information on a form and schematic.

ETEC 252 - Advanced Robotics

1. Write well documented code to control a robot.
2. Interpret programs to describe the operation of a robot.
3. Identify parts and components and describe their function in the system.
4. Write functional test programs for a robotic system.
5. Troubleshoot a complex system and document the process.
6. Read microcontroller data sheets to access registers in the microcontroller.
7. Add new sensors and output devices to the robot and reprogram the microcontroller accordingly.

ETEC 253 - Advanced Linear Circuits

1. Analyze and predict actual circuit operation of different types of linear circuits, using the thinking tools of basic electronics.
2. Design functional tests for different types of linear circuits.
3. Using one’s functional tests and hands-on circuit experience, be able to test, interpret tests, choose a circuit stimulus, and make systematic measurements, to isolate a fault.
4. Document one’s testing and troubleshooting process by recording information on a form and schematic.

ETEC 255 - Special Topics

1. Demonstrate knowledge of a special topic in robotics, electronics or networks.

ETEC 260 - Composites Manufacturing

1. Apply the basic principles of structural design utilizing composite materials.
2. Explain the advantages of planning a design to meet the manufacturing requirements.
3. Apply the basic principles of materials and process selection, structural design, aesthetic design, and assembly.
4. Perform design, construction, and fabrication of laminated parts.
5. Use appropriate terminology as it relates to composite structure design and manufacturing.
6. Perform simple repairs of composite structures.
7. Follow appropriate processes for structural and nonstructural evaluation, material handling, and surface preparation.

ETEC 290 - Engineering Technology Capstone Project

1. Collaborate with other students and/or industry partners to define project parameters and project objectives.
2. Prepare a written and oral presentation that describes the project.
3. Demonstrate mastery of selected skills by completed project objectives.

ETEC 291 - Engineering Technology Internship

1. Document their work hours at the internship site and produce a supervisor’s evaluation of their work.
2. Demonstrate skills necessary for the workplace at which the internship takes place.

ETEC 292 - Career Planning and Workplace Relations

1. Search for information on specific careers.
2. Obtain company information and assess best fit with personal professional interests and goals.
3. Write and format an effective resume.
4. Access local and regional resources to support job search.
5. Apply interpersonal skills for effective teamwork, conflict resolution, motivation, leadership, and communication.

ETEC 299 - Special Projects

1. Produce a circuit, project, paper or presentation on a department approved topic of the student’s choice.
2. Research the topic on the Internet.
3. Track their use of time in creating the project.

ENGL 099 - Introduction to College Writing

  Prerequisite
ACCUPLACER, essay placement, or permit from Bridge or EAP. Corequisite


Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Identify and analyze concepts and practices that promote engagement, persistence, and progress in college level curricula.
2. Describe and apply academic approaches for processing, organizing, and analyzing information and ideas.
3. Integrate critical thinking, reading, and writing to engage college level texts and to develop entry level college essays, driven by function and purpose rather than prescriptive modes or formulas.
4. Adapt writing to audience, context, and purpose by using rhetorical principles at an introductory level.
5. Apply the basics of composition principles at an introductory level in order to connect ideas coherently, explain them thoroughly, and arrange them logically.
6. Demonstrate writing processes by exploring and applying various strategies for idea generating, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading.
7. Use academic sentence level conventions and style and MLA citation formatting at beginning college level.

ENGL 100 - Introduction to College Writing

1. Integrate critical thinking, reading, and writing to engage college-level texts and to develop college-level expository essays.
2. Adapt writing to audience, context, and purpose by using rhetorical principles at an introductory level.
3. Apply the basics of composition principles at an introductory level in order to connect ideas coherently, explain them thoroughly, and arrange them logically.
4. Demonstrate writing processes by exploring and applying various strategies for idea generating, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading.
5. Use academic sentence-level conventions and style; apply MLA style documentation at an introductory level for college writing.

ENGL& 101 - English Composition I

1. Integrate critical thinking, reading, and writing to analyze college-level texts and to develop college-level analytic/argumentative essays.
2. Adapt writing to audience, context, and purpose by using rhetorical principles at an intermediate level.
3. Apply the basics of composition principles at an intermediate level in order to connect ideas coherently, explain them thoroughly, and arrange them logically.
4. Demonstrate writing processes by applying various strategies for idea generating, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading.
5. Use academic sentence-level conventions and style; apply MLA style documentation at an intermediate level for college writing.

ENGL& 102 - Composition II

1. Integrate critical thinking, reading, and writing independently to research and analyze college-level texts and to develop college-level analytic/argumentative research essays.
2. Adapt writing to audience, context, and purpose by independently using rhetorical principles in varied, complex ways.
3. Apply composition principles independently by connecting ideas coherently, explaining them thoroughly, and arranging them logically.
4. Demonstrate writing processes by independently choosing and applying suitable strategies to different stages, such as idea generating, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading.
5. Use academic sentence-level conventions and style; apply MLA style documentation independently to manage multiple sources of various kinds.

ENGL 110 - Vocabulary and Word Origins

1. Outline the general history of the English language.
2. Describe how new words are borrowed or developed for varied purposes, including informal conversation, civic discourse, scientific naming, etc.
3. Describe the functions of prefixes, roots, and suffixes, and apply them to create meaning.
4. Describe the basic principles of etymology, cross-cultural borrowing, and other means of language assimilation and development.

ENGL& 111 - Introduction to Literature

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying and describing the formal elements, techniques, genres, and cultural/historical context of literary works.
2. Reason clearly by applying critical reading methods/theories to analysis of texts in order to understand, interpret and draw conclusions.
3. Describe and explain ways texts shape and are shaped by cultural/historical contexts and trends.
4. Support analysis and interpretation of literary texts by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.

ENGL 120 - Autobiography/Biography: Life Stories

1. Identify what impression each author wanted to create and explain what means s/he employed.
2. Identify values, beliefs and attitudes, infer their sources if not explicit, and offer evidence re: whether they persisted or changed.
3. Identify point of conflict, crisis and resolution.
4. Identify and describe commonalities among autobiographies from a diverse range of cultures.
5. Analyze and explain how personal perspectives affect views of national and international events or trends.
6. Analyze how context (people, places, events, and culture) shape personal experience and perception.

ENGL 125 - Introduction to Current Authors

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying and describing the formal elements, techniques, genres, and cultural/historical context of contemporary literary works.
2. Reason clearly by applying critical reading methods/theories to analysis of contemporary literary texts in order to understand, interpret and draw conclusions.
3. Describe and explain ways contemporary literary texts shape and are shaped by cultural/historical contexts and trends.
4. Support analysis and interpretation of contemporary literary texts by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.

ENGL 131 - Introduction to Creative Writing

1. Identify, analyze, and evaluate the key elements of short fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction via the works of contemporary writers.
2. Describe the creative writing experience from the point of view of the writer.
3. Assess their own writing and the writing of others.
4. Explore idea-generating techniques and genre conventions to develop stories, poems, and essays.
5. Demonstrate effective writing process and productive, sustainable writing habits.
6. Describe the processes for manuscript preparation, submission, and publication.

ENGL 140 - Introduction to the Ancient World

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying and describing the formal elements, techniques, genres, and cultural/historical context of ancient Greek and Roman literary texts.
2. Outline the general historical, cultural, intellectual, and literary contexts of ancient Greece and Rome.
3. Identify and explain the significance of representative artistic monuments of ancient Greece and Rome.
4. Describe and explain the significance of selected major figures in the history and literature of ancient Greece and Rome.
5. Reason clearly by applying critical reading methods/theories to an analysis of ancient Greek and Roman texts in order to understand, interpret and draw conclusions.
6. Support a general analysis and interpretation of the ancient Greek/Roman heroic epic by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.

ENGL 141 - Telling True Stories I

1. Identify, analyze, and evaluate the genre’s conventions and styles via the works of contemporary writers.
2. Apply the genre’s conventions and techniques to develop, revise, and edit their own writing projects.
3. Assess their own writing and the writing of others.
4. Communicate and interact effectively while giving and receiving feedback in writing groups.
5. Demonstrate effective writing process and productive, sustainable writing habits.
6. Describe and implement the process of submitting their work for publication.

ENGL 142 - Telling True Stories II

1. Identify, analyze, and evaluate the genre’s conventions and styles via the works of contemporary writers.
2. Apply the genre’s conventions and techniques to develop, revise, and edit their own writing projects.
3. Assess their own writing and the writing of others.
4. Communicate and interact effectively while giving and receiving feedback in writing groups.
5. Demonstrate effective writing process and productive, sustainable writing habits.
6. Describe and implement the process of submitting their work for publication.

ENGL 151 - Creative Writing: Poetry I

1. Identify, analyze, and evaluate the genre’s conventions and styles via the works of contemporary writers.
2. Apply the genre’s conventions and techniques to develop, revise, and edit their own writing projects.
3. Assess their own writing and the writing of others.
4. Communicate and interact effectively while giving and receiving feedback in writing groups.
5. Demonstrate effective writing process and productive, sustainable writing habits.
6. Describe and implement the process of submitting their work for publication.

ENGL 152 - Creative Writing: Poetry II

1. Identify, analyze, and evaluate the genre’s conventions and styles via the works of contemporary writers.
2. Apply the genre’s conventions and techniques to develop, revise, and edit their own writing projects.
3. Assess their own writing and the writing of others.
4. Communicate and interact effectively while giving and receiving feedback in writing groups.
5. Demonstrate effective writing process and productive, sustainable writing habits.
6. Describe and implement the process of submitting their work for publication.

ENGL 155 - Special Topics

1. Demonstrate a basic understanding of a specific topic related to English composition, rhetoric, creative writing, or literature.

ENGL 160 - Women’s Writings in the Modern Era:CD

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying and describing the formal elements, techniques, and genres of modernist literary works.
2. Reason clearly by applying critical-reading methods/theories to modernist texts in order to analyze their major features and develop plausible, supportable interpretations.
3. Describe and analyze ways that modernist texts shaped and were shaped by cultural/historical contexts and trends.
4. Support analysis and interpretation of modernists literary texts by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
5. Describe how modernist women writers contributed to the literature of the Modernist Era.

ENGL 161 - Creative Writing: Fiction I

1. Identify, analyze, and evaluate the genre’s conventions and styles via the works of contemporary writers.
2. Apply the genre’s conventions and techniques to develop, revise, and edit their own writing projects.
3. Assess their own writing and the writing of others.
4. Communicate and interact effectively while giving and receiving feedback in writing groups.
5. Demonstrate effective writing process and productive, sustainable writing habits.
6. Describe and implement the process of submitting their work for publication.

ENGL 162 - Creative Writing: Fiction II

1. Identify, analyze, and evaluate the genre’s conventions and styles via the works of contemporary writers.
2. Apply the genre’s conventions and techniques to develop, revise, and edit their own writing projects.
3. Assess their own writing and the writing of others.
4. Communicate and interact effectively while giving and receiving feedback in writing groups.
5. Demonstrate effective writing process and productive, sustainable writing habits.
6. Describe and implement the process of submitting their work for publication.

ENGL 165 - Literature of the American West

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying and describing the formal elements, techniques, and genres of contemporary and traditional Western writings.
2. Reason clearly by applying critical-reading methods/theories to contemporary and traditional western texts in order to analyze their features and recurrent themes and to develop plausible interpretations.
3. Describe and analyze ways that contemporary and traditional western texts shape(d) and are/were shaped by cultural and historical contexts and trends.
4. Discern and explain diverse points of views represented in contemporary and traditional western texts and make significant comparisons between them.
5. Support analysis and interpretation of contemporary and traditional Western writings effectively by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.

ENGL 170 - Popular Literature Past and Present:CD

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying, describing, and comparing the formal elements, techniques, and genres of popular works and by analyzing how writers incorporate and depart from particular genres and styles.
2. Reason clearly by applying critical-reading methods/theories to popular works in order to analyze their features and recurrent themes and to develop plausible, supportable interpretations.
3. Describe and analyze the ways that popular works shape and are shaped by cultural/historical contexts, trends, attitudes and beliefs about such issues as race, class, gender, sexual orientation, cultural identity, religion, etc.
4. Support analysis and interpretation of popular works by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.

ENGL 171 - Writing Plays

1. Identify, analyze, and evaluate the genre’s conventions and styles via the works of contemporary writers.
2. Apply the genre’s conventions and techniques to develop, revise, and edit their own writing projects.
3. Assess their own writing and the writing of others.
4. Communicate and interact effectively while giving and receiving feedback in writing groups.
5. Demonstrate effective writing process and productive, sustainable writing habits.
6. Describe and implement the process of submitting their work for publication.

ENGL 185 - Sports in Literature

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying and describing the formal elements, techniques, and genres of sports literature.
2. Identify connections between literary works and actual events, both historical and contemporaneous, through an examination of sports and sports literature.
3. Reason clearly by applying critical-reading methods/theories to sports literature in order to analyze its features and develop plausible interpretations.
4. Describe and analyze ways that sports literature shapes and is shaped by cultural/historical contexts and trends.
5. Support analysis and interpretation of sports-literature by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.

ENGL 198 - Individual Project in English

1. Identify and explore/research topic(s) relevant to English for individual study.
2. Support findings/analyses by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
3. Communicate findings from the individual study through an agreed-upon means, such as a paper, a presentation, or a display.
4. Demonstrate skill in and knowledge of other project-specific objectives as determined by the instructor.

ENGL 199 - Special Projects

1. Identify and demonstrate a well-developed understanding of a specific topic related to English composition, rhetoric, creative writing, or literature.
2. Support independent analysis, interpretation, or explanation of topic by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
3. Communicate findings from the individual study of topic.
4. Demonstrate other project-specific objectives as determined by the instructor.

ENGL& 220 - Introduction to Shakespeare

1. Demonstrate knowledge of major concepts in literature and drama by identifying, describing, and analyzing the formal elements, techniques, genres, and cultural/historical context of selected Shakespearean works.
2. Reason clearly by applying critical reading methods and/or theories to analysis of Shakespearean works in order to understand, interpret and draw conclusions.
3. Describe the theatrical scene as well as social and political backgrounds in Shakespeare’s London.
4. Describe and explain ways that Shakespearean texts shape and are shaped by cultural/historical contexts and trends.
5. Compare varying interpretations of Shakespeare’s works.
6. Support analysis and interpretation of literary texts by independently locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
7. Apply composition principles independently by connecting ideas coherently, explaining them thoroughly, and arranging them logically.

ENGL& 244 - American Literature I

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying, describing, and analyzing the formal elements, techniques, genres, and cultural/historical context of Early American literary works.
2. Reason clearly by applying critical reading methods and/or theories to analysis of Early American literary texts in order to understand, interpret and draw conclusions.
3. Describe and explain ways Early American literary texts shape and are shaped by cultural/historical contexts and trends.
4. Describe and compare different perspectives on American experiences, values, ambitions, and environments as presented in diverse Early American texts.
5. Support analysis and interpretation of literary texts by independently locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
6. Apply composition principles independently by connecting ideas coherently, explaining them thoroughly, and arranging them logically.

ENGL& 245 - American Literature II

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying, describing, and analyzing the formal elements, techniques, genres, and cultural/historical context of American literary texts from 1860 through 1919.
2. Reason clearly by applying critical reading methods and/or theories to analysis of American literary texts from 1860 through 1919 in order to understand, interpret and draw conclusions.
3. Describe and explain ways that American literary texts from 1860 through 1919 shape and are shaped by cultural/historical contexts and trends.
4. Describe and compare different perspectives on American experiences, values, ambitions, and environments as presented in diverse American literary texts 1860 through 1919.
5. Support analysis and interpretation of literary texts by independently locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
6. Apply composition principles independently by connecting ideas coherently, explaining them thoroughly, and arranging them logically.

ENGL& 246 - American Literature III

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying, describing, and analyzing the formal elements, techniques, genres, and cultural/historical context of American literary texts from 1920-1963.
2. Reason clearly by applying critical reading methods and/or theories to analysis of American literary texts from 1920-1963 in order to understand, interpret and draw conclusions.
3. Describe and explain ways that American literary texts from 1920-1963 shape and are shaped by cultural/historical contexts and trends.
4. Describe and compare different perspectives on American experiences, values, ambitions, and environments as presented in diverse American literary texts 1920-1963.
5. Support analysis and interpretation of literary texts by independently locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
6. Apply composition principles independently by connecting ideas coherently, explaining them thoroughly, and arranging them logically.

ENGL 255 - Special Topics

1. Identify and demonstrate thorough understanding of focused area of interest related to English composition, rhetoric, creative writing, or literature.

ENGL 275 - Topics in Pre-Twentieth Century Literature: Seminar

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying, describing, and analyzing the formal elements, techniques, genres, and cultural/historical context of pre-20th century literary texts.
2. Compare/contrast defining features of pre-20th century literary texts.
3. Reason clearly by applying critical reading methods and/or theories to analysis of pre-20th century literary texts in order to understand, interpret and draw conclusions.
4. Describe and explain ways that pre-20th century literary texts shape and are shaped by cultural/historical contexts and trends.
5. Support analysis and interpretation of pre-20th century literary texts by independently locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
6. Apply composition principles independently by connecting ideas coherently, explaining them thoroughly, and arranging them logically.

ENGL 276 - Topics in Twentieth Century Literature: Seminar

1. Demonstrate knowledge of literary concepts by identifying, describing, and analyzing the formal elements, techniques, genres, and cultural/historical context of 20th century literary texts.
2. Compare/contrast defining features of 20th century literary texts.
3. Reason clearly by applying critical reading methods and/or theories to analysis of 20th century literary texts in order to understand, interpret and draw conclusions.
4. Describe and explain ways that 20th century literary texts shape and are shaped by cultural/historical contexts and trends.
5. Support analysis and interpretation of 20th century literary texts by independently locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
6. Apply composition principles independently by connecting ideas coherently, explaining them thoroughly, and arranging them logically.

ENGL 298 - Individual Project in English

1. Independently identify and explore/research topic(s) relevant to English for individual study.
2. Support findings/analyses by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
3. Communicate findings from the individual study through an agreed-upon means, such as a paper, a presentation, or a display.
4. Demonstrate other project-specific objectives as determined by the instructor

ENGL 299 - Special Projects

1. Independently identify and demonstrate a thorough understanding of a specific topic related to English composition, rhetoric, creative writing, or literature.
2. Support independent analysis, interpretation, or explanation of topic by locating, using and citing relevant textual and contextual evidence.
3. Communicate findings from the individual study of topic.

EAP 090 - Grammar for College Success

1. Practice analyzing the function and location of word forms and verb forms at the developmental level.
2. Apply knowledge of verb tenses in preparation for college-level reading and writing.
3. Recognize and demonstrate correct sentence structure at the developmental level.
4. Synthesize and increase passive academic vocabulary to improve reading comprehension.

EAP 094 - Pronunciation

1. Develop a self-monitor for pronunciation in order to be understood.
2. Apply strategies to modify pronunciation in order to be understood.

EAP 097 - Reading and Writing for College English I

1. Demonstrate comprehension of developmental reading material by employing reading strategies and summarizing.
2. Synthesize and paraphrase developmental reading material into summary and short answers.
3. Practice ability to analyze, revise, and edit student-produced writing.
4. Apply an increase in active academic vocabulary in writing and passive academic vocabulary in reading.
5. Practice and demonstrate effective group interaction skills as they apply to written and oral communication.
6. Employ college success strategies by identifying, understanding and following basic directions.
7. Compare the diversity of cultures.
8. Use campus resources to develop personal, academic, and career goals.

EAP 098 - Interactions in English

1. Demonstrate comprehension of developmental reading material by employing reading strategies and summarizing.
2. Synthesize and paraphrase developmental reading material into summary and short answers.
3. Practice ability to analyze, revise, and edit student-produced writing.
4. Apply an increase in active academic vocabulary in writing and passive academic vocabulary in reading.
5. Practice and demonstrate effective group interaction skills as they apply to written and oral communication.
6. Employ college success strategies by identifying, understanding and following basic directions.
7. Compare the diversity of cultures.
8. Use campus resources to develop personal, academic, and career goals.

EAP 099 - Reading and Writing for College English II

1. Demonstrate comprehension of college-level reading material by employing reading strategies and summarizing.
2. Synthesize and paraphrase college-level reading material into summary and short answers.
3. Demonstrate ability to analyze, revise, and edit student-produced writing.
4. Illustrate an increase in active academic vocabulary in writing and passive academic vocabulary in reading.
5. Practice effective group interaction skills as they apply to written and oral communication.
6. Employ college success strategies by understanding and following directions.
7. Navigate online course delivery system to access necessary class components.
8. Compare the diversity of cultures.

EAP 100 - Communication for College

1. Demonstrate comprehension of college-level reading material by employing reading strategies and summarizing.
2. Synthesize and paraphrase college-level reading material into summary and short answers.
3. Demonstrate ability to analyze, revise, and edit student-produced writing.
4. Illustrate an increase in active academic vocabulary in writing and passive academic vocabulary in reading.
5. Practice effective group interaction skills as they apply to written and oral communication.
6. Employ college success strategies by understanding and following directions.
7. Navigate online course delivery system to access necessary class components.
8. Compare the diversity of cultures.

EAP 101 - College Reading and Writing

1. Demonstrate comprehension of college-level reading material by employing reading strategies and summarizing.
2. Synthesize and paraphrase college-level reading material into summary and short answers.
3. Demonstrate ability to analyze, revise, and edit student-produced writing.
4. Illustrate an increase in active academic vocabulary in writing and passive academic vocabulary in reading.
5. Practice effective group interaction skills as they apply to written and oral communication.
6. Employ college success strategies by understanding and following directions.
7. Navigate online course delivery system to access necessary class components.
8. Compare the diversity of cultures.

EAP 102 - Reading/Grammar for College Success

1. Demonstrate comprehension of college-level reading material by employing reading strategies.
2. Practice analyzing the function and location of word forms and verb forms at the college level.
3. Apply knowledge of verb tenses in college-level reading and writing.
4. Recognize and demonstrate correct sentence structure at the college level.
5. Synthesize and increase passive academic vocabulary to read at college level.

EAP 103 - Reading/Grammar for College Success

1. Demonstrate comprehension of college-level reading material by employing reading strategies.
2. Practice analyzing the function and location of word forms and verb forms at the college level.
3. Apply knowledge of verb tenses in college-level reading and writing.
4. Recognize and demonstrate correct sentence structure at the college level.
5. Synthesize and increase passive academic vocabulary to read at college level.

EAP 104 - Oral Communication: Academic and Workplace

1. Employ English conversation strategies to interact in paired and small group discussions in business and academic settings.
2. Demonstrate awareness of cultural influences on oral communication.
3. Develop a self-monitor for pronunciation in order to be understood.
4. Apply strategies to modify pronunciation in order to be understood.

EAP 106 - Word Forms for College Success

1. Demonstrate understanding of nouns in relation to the function of different parts of speech in English.
2. Reduce word form errors in college-level writing.

EAP 108 - Verbs for College Success

1. Demonstrate understanding of verbs in relation to the function of different parts of speech in English.
2. Reduce verb form errors in college-level writing.
3. Utilize a wider verb vocabulary to strengthen their writing.
4. Analyzing verbs used in assessment directions in order to respond accurately.

EAP 121 - Composition for College

1. Utilize targeted steps to develop a writing process and produce basic essays.
2. Employ American rhetorical strategies when writing college-level essays.
3. Practice editing strategies to reduce ESL sentence-level errors.
4. Analyze reader input for revision purposes.
5. Compare the diversity of cultures.

EAP 131 - College Editing

1. Identify and correct students’ individual patterns of ESL sentence-level errors.
2. Apply editing strategies.
3. Understand and incorporate grammatical constructs.
4. Compare diversity of cultures.

ENVS 051 - Global Science Issues

1. Describe the spread and impact of environmental toxins.
2. Apply scientific knowledge and skills to solve problems or propose solutions to global environmental challenges.
3. Analyze and describe the living and nonliving factors that affect organisms in ecosystems and the relationships among species within important ecosystems, such as coral reefs, wetlands, and tropical rain forests.
4. Analyze and explain the effects human activities have on Earth’s capacity to sustain biological diversity.
5. Plan and conduct systematic and complex scientific investigations and evaluate results of such investigations.
6. Identify and articulate sustainable choices and actions that individuals persons could make that would result in fewer resources being consumed and less pollution.
7. Analyze the patterns and arrangements of Earth systems and subsystems and how these systems sustain the biosphere.
8. Identify the factors that influence weather and climate and how these patterns relate to ecosystems.
9. Define the complex, integrated and regulated processes (such as photosynthesis and energy transfer in a food web) by which organisms, use matter and energy to sustain life.
10. Analyze local, regional, national or global problems or challenges in which scientific design can be or has been used to design a solution.

ENVS 053 - Pacific Northwest Science Issues

1. Analyze processes that have caused changes to the features of the Earth’s surface, including plate tectonics, glaciation, volcanism, etc.
2. Explain the factors that influence weather and climate and how these patterns relate to Northwest ecosystems.
3. Describe the complex, integrated and regulated processes (such as photosynthesis and energy transfer in a food web) by which organisms use matter and energy to sustain life.
4. Analyze and describe the living and nonliving factors that affect organisms in ecosystems and the relationships among species within selected Pacific Northwest ecosystems.
5. Describe the process of evolution and the concepts of natural selection, speciation, adaptation and biological diversity.
6. Analyze and explain the effects human activities have on the capacity of Pacific Northwest ecosystems to sustain biological diversity.
7. Conduct systematic and complex scientific investigations and evaluate results of such investigations.
8. Apply scientific knowledge and skills to solve problems or propose solutions to regional environmental challenges in the Pacific Northwest.

ENVS 054 - Northwest Ecology and Citizenry

1. Explain the complex, integrated and regulated processes by which organisms use matter and energy to sustain life.
2. Analyze and describe the living and nonliving factors that affect organisms in ecosystems and the relationships among species within selected Pacific Northwest ecosystems.
3. Analyze and explain the effects that human activities have on the capacity of Pacific Northwest ecosystems to sustain biological diversity.
4. Describe the nature and structure of Washington state government and constitution, and how citizens interact with it.
5. Connect patterns of habitation and development in the Pacific Northwest to changes in resource availability, land use, and biological diversity.
6. Examine the historic and contemporary roles Native Americans have played in ecological stewardship, especially in terms of salmon and current recovery efforts.
7. Apply the methods of social science investigation to examine historical controversies that impacted the Pacific Northwest and continue to impact present-day politics, the economy and the environment.
8. Apply scientific knowledge and skills to solve problems or propose solutions to regional environmental challenges in the Pacific Northwest.

ENVS& 101 - Introduction to Environmental Science w/Lab

1. Demonstrate a critical understanding of general scientific principles, with an emphasis on environmental science scientific principles.
2. Clearly communicate the fundamental knowledge particular to environmental science with their peers using the appropriate vocabulary.
3. Apply the concepts and information in environmental science to problems that affect their lives, in particular, and our society, in general.
4. Demonstrate the use of mathematics appropriate to environmental science and perform calculations appropriate to the task.
5. Make reliable measurements and perform analysis appropriate for environmental science.

ENVS 105 - Weather w/Lab

1. Demonstrate a critical understanding of general scientific principles, with an emphasis on meteorological scientific principles. These include the principles underlying the theories and processes underlying scientific discovery and the nature of scientific evidence upon which such contemporary scientific theories are based.
2. Apply the concepts and information in meteorology to problems that affect their lives, in particular, and our society in general.
3. Use mathematics appropriate to meteorology and perform calculations appropriate to the task.
4. Clearly communicate the fundamental knowledge particular to meteorology with their peers using the appropriate vocabulary.
5. Make reliable measurements and perform analysis appropriate for meteorologists, including weather forecasting.

ENVS 199 - Special Projects

1. Develop a project proposal, in conjunction with a faculty sponsor from the Natural Science and Mathematics Division, and successfully present it for approval at a meeting of the Science and Mathematics Division.
2. Demonstrate that the special project deals with a topic directly or indirectly related to the natural sciences.
3. Demonstrate that college level learning was required to complete the proposed project to the satisfaction of the faculty sponsor.

ENVS 299 - Special Projects

1. Develop a project proposal, in conjunction with a faculty sponsor from the Natural Science and Mathematics Division, and successfully present it for approval at a meeting of the Science and Mathematics Division.
2. Demonstrate that the special project deals with a topic directly or indirectly related to the natural sciences.
3. Demonstrate that college level learning was required to complete the proposed project to the satisfaction of the faculty sponsor.

EVPL 240 - Event Planning Risk Management

1. Analyze the nature of risk and risk factors typical to meetings and events.
2. Identify risk factors in an event proposal.
3. Identify and discuss key laws and regulations that impact events.
4. Identify the types of insurance appropriate for particular events.
5. Describe and analyze key components of typical event contracts.
6. Conduct standard and customary ethical, legal, risk management, safety, and security analysis for an event.

EVPL 245 - Sustainable and Green Events

1. Define and describe the terms “sustainability” and “sustainable business practices” and their effect on the role and scope of event coordination.
2. Research sustainable event products.
3. Critically analyze a sustainable event’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats using a SWOT analysis.
4. Explore and implement recommended Green Meeting Guidelines developed by the Convention Industry Council to include: meeting and venue selection, food and beverage, and transportation.

EVPL 250 - Event Coordination

1. Describe and discuss the role and scope of event coordination as it is practiced in the various event genres.
2. Conduct a thorough assessment of event needs and resources.
3. Identify and incorporate the appropriate event elements and services to meet the goals and objectives of an event.
4. Create exciting production design elements to enhance the event purpose and theme.
5. Analyze the appropriate support services and supplementary programs for an event.
6. Develop a mid- and post-event evaluation process.

EVPL 265 - Event Planning/Best Practices

1. Differentiate between event management and event leadership.
2. Calculate cost analysis for an event.
3. Analyze an event strategic marketing plan.
4. Create a comprehensive personal career plan.
5. Analyze event case studies to determine best practices.

EVPL 266 - Virtual Event Planning

1. Develop and structure an event plan in a team setting.
2. Analyze and synthesize an RFP (Request for Proposal) for an event.
3. Apply effective principles of onsite coordination and management.
4. Develop, organize and analyze a comprehensive event marketing and sales plan.
5. Develop an event budget.
6. Craft and present a formal event presentation to a potential client/employer.

EVPL 270 - Event Planning Practicum

1. Research and secure practicum employment for a minimum of 90 hours of practical industry experience.
2. Recognize and apply workplace skills appropriate to the event planning industry.
3. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in a practical event environment.
4. Analyze and demonstrate the skills required to research, design, plan, coordinate, and evaluate an actual event through the documentation and submission of a portfolio.

EVPL 275 - Event Planning-Wedding Planning/Coordination

1. Analyze various practices for designing and decorating different types and styles of weddings, ceremonies, and receptions.
2. Develop a comprehensive wedding plan from start to finish.
3. Describe and analyze the risk factors typical of weddings.
4. Plan and conduct informational interviews or job shadows with a wedding industry professional.
5. Research and discuss sustainable practices in wedding planning.
6. Research and analyze components of a well designed wedding planning/consulting website.

EVPL 276 - Event Planning/Entertainment and Production

1. Describe established regulations and requirements of agencies and regulating organizations for the music and entertainment industry.
2. Analyze the planning and management issues associated with technical equipment, production elements, and special effects included in an event.
3. Identify and describe copyright and trademark protection requirements associated with media-oriented event planning.
4. Describe the differences between agents, managers, and entertainment companies and how they interact with headline entertainment.
5. Identify and describe a variety of insurance coverages that are appropriate for a media event.
6. Identify employment opportunities in the event planning entertainment and production fields.

EVPL 277 - Event Planning/Destination Management

1. Describe and analyze all aspects of the Destination Management company profession.
2. Identify and analyze what services the DMC offer to their client.
3. Identify the skills needed by a DMC to support the production of a successful meeting, event or conference.
4. Develop an evaluation process to identify the effectiveness of a DMC event.

FLED 010 - Parenting Education/Parents and Infants

1. Identify reliable parenting information sources.
2. Supervise infants in a lab setting.
3. Discuss developmentally appropriate behaviors for infants.
4. Examine appropriate expectations for infants.
5. Describe characteristics of secure attachment.
6. Recognize individual differences of children and families.

FLED 011 - Parenting Education/Parents and Toddlers

1. Identify reliable parenting information sources.
2. Supervise toddlers in a lab setting.
3. Discuss developmentally appropriate behaviors for toddlers.
4. Examine appropriate expectations for toddlers.
5. Describe connection between play and learning.
6. Explain awareness of culture and diversity impacting family life.
7. Recognize individual differences of children and families.

FLED 014 - Parenting Education/Parents and Four Year Olds

1. Describe positive rapport modeled with four- to five-year-old children in a lab setting.
2. Supervise four- to five-year-old children.
3. Discuss developmentally appropriate behaviors for four- to five-year-old children.
4. Examine appropriate expectations for four- to five-year-old children.
5. Examine different parenting styles.
6. Describe connection between play and learning.
7. Recognize individual differences of children and families.

FLED 014L - Parenting Education/Parents and Four Year Olds

1. Demonstrate the objectives outlined in the corresponding lecture course.

FLED 020 - Parenting Education/Parents and Infants

1. Identify reliable parenting information sources.
2. Supervise infants in a lab setting.
3. Discuss developmentally appropriate behaviors for infants 1 to 12 months.
4. Examine appropriate expectations for infants 1 to 12 months.
5. Describe characteristics of secure attachment.
6. Recognize individual differences of children and families.

FLED 021 - Parenting Education/Parents and Toddlers

1. Identify reliable parenting information sources.
2. Supervise toddlers in a lab setting.
3. Discuss developmentally appropriate behaviors for toddlers 12 to 36 months.
4. Examine appropriate expectations for toddlers 12 to 36 months.
5. Describe connection between play and learning.
6. Recognize individual differences of children and families.

FLED 022 - Parenting Education/Parents and Two Year Olds

1. Describe positive rapport modeled with 2-3-year-old children children in a lab setting.
2. Supervise 2-3-year-old children.
3. Discuss developmentally appropriate behaviors for 2-3-year-old children.
4. Examine appropriate expectations for 2-3-year-old children.
5. Examine different parenting styles.
6. Recognize individual differences of children and families.

FLED 022L - Parenting Education/Parents and Two Year Olds

1. Demonstrate the objectives outlined in the corresponding lecture course.

FLED 023 - Parenting Education/Parents and Three Year Olds

1. Describe positive rapport modeled with three- to four-year-old children in a lab setting.
2. Supervise three- to four-year-old children.
3. Discuss developmentally appropriate behaviors for three- to four-year-old children.
4. Examine different parenting styles.
5. Recognize individual differences of children and families.

FLED 023L - Parenting Education/Parents and Three Year Olds

1. Demonstrate the objectives outlined in the corresponding lecture course.