Course Descriptions and Objectives

GED 007 - Spanish GED Read Write/Social Studies

1. Demonstrate improvement in one of the following areas: writing, reading, and/or social studies in preparation for passing the Spanish GED®.
2. Practice group interaction skills.
3. Recall and apply test-taking strategies.
4. Describe and apply study skill techniques.

GED 008 - Spanish GED Math/Science

1. Demonstrate improvement in one of the following areas: math and/or science in preparation for passing the Spanish GED®.
2. Practice group interaction skills.
3. Recall and apply test-taking strategies.
4. Describe and apply study skill techniques.

ESL 009 - English As A Second Language - Pre Literacy

1. Demonstrate understanding of simple written words and phrases using phonemic awareness, context, and visual clues.
2. Write simple words and phrases using basic writing conventions.
3. Demonstrate understanding of and write phone numbers, addresses, dates, time, and prices.
4. Demonstrate understanding of and appropriately respond to classroom instructions, questions about personal information, and other simple oral statements and questions.

ESL 010 - English as a Second Language Level 1

1. Demonstrate understanding of simple written words and phrases using phonemic awareness, context, and visual clues.
2. Write simple words and phrases using basic writing conventions.
3. Demonstrate understanding of and write phone numbers, addresses, dates, time, and prices.
4. Demonstrate understanding of and appropriately respond to classroom instructions, questions about personal information, and other simple oral statements and questions.

ESL 011 - English as a Second Language Level 1A

1. Read simple written words and phrases using phonemic awareness, context, and visual clues.
2. Write simple words and phrases using basic writing conventions.
3. Read and write phone numbers, addresses, dates, time, and prices.

ESL 012 - English As A Second Language Level 1B

1. Demonstrate comprehension of very short, simple sentences about familiar topics using phonemic awareness, vocabulary knowledge, and grammar knowledge.
2. Write short, simple sentences using level-appropriate grammar and writing conventions.
3. Appropriately respond to classroom instructions, personal information, and statements and questions about a number of simple, everyday topics.
4. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 020 - English as a Second Language Level 2

1. Demonstrate comprehension of short, simple paragraphs about familiar topics using phonemic awareness, vocabulary knowledge, grammar knowledge, and other strategies.
2. Write and make simple edits of simple sentences using level-appropriate grammar and writing conventions.
3. Demonstrate understanding of and appropriately respond to classroom instructions, personal information, and statements and questions about a number of simple, everyday topics.
4. Speak using learned phrases and short sentences about familiar topics in predictable, straightforward situations.
5. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 021 - English as a Second Language Level 2A

1. Demonstrate comprehension of very short, simple paragraphs about familiar topics using phonemic awareness, vocabulary knowledge, and grammar knowledge.
2. Write simple sentences using level-appropriate grammar and writing conventions.
3. Appropriately respond to classroom instructions, personal information, and statements and questions about a number of simple, everyday topics.
4. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 022 - English As A Second Language Level 2B

1. Read level appropriate text with purpose and understanding, read orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression, and use context to confirm or self-correct word recognition and understanding, rereading as necessary.
2. Write and with teacher support, edit simple sentences using level-appropriate grammar and English writing conventions.
3. Participate in short conversations relating to familiar, predictable, and everyday topics using somewhat limited vocabulary.
4. Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds and respond to explanations, conversations, instructions, and narratives of short length and familiar topics.

ESL 030 - English as a Second Language Level 3

1. Demonstrate comprehension of reading passages of one to three paragraphs using decoding skills, vocabulary development skills, grammar knowledge, and other reading strategies.
2. Write and edit simple and basic compound sentences and three to seven sentence paragraphs using level-appropriate grammar and English writing conventions.
3. Demonstrate understanding of explanations, conversations, instructions, and narratives of modest length and on familiar topics.
4. Respond appropriately in everyday situations (including phone conversations) to keep a conversation going, including altering language when not understood and asking for clarification when unable to understand.
5. Carry on a conversation and participate in a group discussion relating to familiar, predictable, everyday topics and personal experience using somewhat limited vocabulary and basic awareness of appropriate register.
6. Speak with enough fluency, grammatical accuracy, and pronunciation control to make oneself understood, possibly with difficulty, by a skilled, supportive listener.
7. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 031 - English as a Second Language Level 3A

1. Read passages of one to two paragraphs using decoding skills, vocabulary development skills, and grammar knowledge.
2. Write and edit simple and basic compound sentences and three to five sentence paragraphs using level-appropriate grammar and English writing conventions.
3. Appropriately respond to explanations, conversations, instructions, and narratives of modest length and on familiar topics.
4. Respond appropriately in many everyday situations to keep a conversation going.
5. Carry on a conversation relating to familiar, predictable, and everyday topics using somewhat limited vocabulary.
6. Speak with enough fluency, grammatical accuracy, and pronunciation control to make themselves understood, possibly with difficulty, by a skilled, supportive listener.
7. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 032 - English as a Second Language Level 3B

1. Read passages of two to three paragraphs using decoding skills, vocabulary, and grammar knowledge and other reading strategies.
2. Write and edit simple and basic compound sentences and three to seven sentence paragraphs using level-appropriate grammar and English writing conventions.
3. Appropriately respond to explanations, conversations, instructions, and narratives of modest length and on familiar topics.
4. Respond appropriately in everyday situations (including phone conversations) to keep a conversation going, including altering language when not understood and asking for clarification when unable to understand.
5. Carry on a conversation and participate in a group discussion relating to familiar, predictable, and everyday topics and future plans using somewhat limited vocabulary and basic awareness of appropriate register.
6. Speak with enough fluency, grammatical accuracy, and pronunciation control to make themselves understood, possibly with difficulty, by a skilled, supportive listener.
7. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 040 - English as a Second Language Level 4

1. Demonstrate comprehension of short- to medium-length reading passages (and multiple pages of simple text) on common, high-interest topics using prior knowledge, knowledge of word parts and parts of speech, and other strategies.
2. Demonstrate ability when writing to draft and organize support around a single idea, according to a given, highly structured plan (steps, instructions, commands, or a paragraph).
3. Reread and revise writing to conform with level-appropriate grammar and English writing conventions, using tools such as simplified dictionaries and checklists.
4. Demonstrate understanding of somewhat complex explanations, conversations, instructions, and short narratives on familiar topics which may be conveyed on the phone or through electronic media.
5. Repair gaps in understanding when listening and use strategies such as note-taking, summarizing, and sharing with others to determine a speaker’s intent.
6. Participate effectively in classroom situations and other familiar settings using level-appropriate grammar and some rephrasing when not understood.
7. Self-monitor when speaking and use strategies such as changing pace and correcting some pronunciation errors to be understood by a skilled, supportive listener.
8. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 041 - English as a Second Language Level 4A

1. Read passages of one to two pages in length on common, high-interest topics using prior knowledge, knowledge of word parts, and knowledge of parts of speech.
2. Demonstrate ability to draft and organize writing according to a given, highly structured plan (steps, instructions, commands, or a simple paragraph).
3. Reread and make basic edits of writing to conform to level-appropriate grammar and English writing conventions, using tools such as simplified dictionaries and checklists.
4. Appropriately respond to somewhat complex explanations, conversations, instructions, and short narratives on familiar topics in the classroom.
5. Participate effectively in classroom situations and other familiar settings using level-appropriate grammar and some rephrasing when not understood.
6. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 042 - English as a Second Language Level 4B

1. Read passages of two or more pages in length on common, high-interest topics using prior knowledge, knowledge of word parts and parts of speech, and other strategies.
2. Demonstrate ability when writing to draft and organize support around a single idea, according to a given, highly structured plan for a paragraph.
3. Reread and revise writing to conform to level-appropriate grammar and English writing conventions, using tools such as simplified dictionaries and checklists.
4. Appropriately respond to somewhat complex explanations, conversations, instructions, and short narratives on familiar topics which may be conveyed on the phone or through electronic media.
5. Repair gaps in understanding when listening and use strategies such as notetaking, summarizing, and sharing with others to determine a speaker’s intent.
6. Self-monitor when speaking and use strategies such as changing pace and correcting some pronunciation errors to be understood by a skilled, supportive listener.
7. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 050 - English as a Second Language Level 5

1. Demonstrate comprehension of adapted and some authentic reading passages up to a few pages in length which contain some unfamiliar and specialized words, using strategies such as word analysis, inference, adjusted pace, and restatement.
2. Organize a limited number of ideas in writing to support a single purpose in a few short paragraphs or steps/instructions/commands.
3. Revise multiple drafts for clarity, descriptiveness, sentence structure, grammar, and English writing conventions using tools such as simplified dictionaries and checklists.
4. Demonstrate understanding when listening to authentic extended explanations and narratives, detailed instructions, and complex conversations with varied speakers and in varied contexts.
5. Repair gaps in understanding and respond appropriately using strategies such as comparing, integrating, and categorizing information for others to determine a speaker’s literal and implied intent.
6. Speak with sufficient vocabulary (including idioms), grammar control, sentence variety, and appropriate register in familiar and somewhat unfamiliar or unpredictable tasks, using strategies such as selecting and organizing information and self-monitoring.
7. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 051 - English as a Second Language Level 5A

1. Use strategies such as word analysis and application of prior knowledge to read adapted passages up to a few pages in length which contain some unfamiliar and specialized words.
2. Organize a limited number of ideas in writing to support a single purpose in a paragraph or list of steps, instructions, and commands.
3. Revise multiple drafts for sentence structure, grammar, and English writing conventions using tools such as simplified dictionaries and checklists.
4. Respond appropriately to authentic extended explanations and narratives, detailed instructions, and complex conversations with varied speakers and in varied contexts.
5. Speak with sufficient vocabulary, grammar control, sentence variety, and appropriate register in familiar tasks, using strategies such as selecting and organizing information and self-monitoring.
6. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 052 - English as a Second Language Level 5B

1. Use strategies such as inference, adjusted pace, and restatement to read adapted and some authentic passages up to a few pages in length which contain some unfamiliar and specialized words.
2. Organize a limited number of ideas in writing to support a single purpose in a few short paragraphs.
3. Revise multiple drafts for clarity, descriptiveness, sentence structure, grammar, and English writing conventions using tools such as simplified dictionaries and checklists.
4. Respond appropriately when listening to authentic, extended explanations and narratives, detailed instructions, and complex conversations with varied speakers and in varied contexts.
5. Repair gaps in understanding and respond appropriately using strategies such as comparing, integrating, and categorizing information for others to determine a speaker’s literal and implied intent.
6. Speak with sufficient vocabulary (including idioms), grammar control, sentence variety, and appropriate register in somewhat unfamiliar or unpredictable tasks, using strategies such as selecting and organizing information and self-monitoring.
7. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

ESL 060 - English as a Second Language Level 6

1. Demonstrate comprehension of authentic reading passages up to several pages in length using a variety of advanced reading strategies.
2. Produce writing of different lengths, register, and formats that demonstrates attention to the purpose for writing and the audience.
3. Select and use a variety of advanced strategies to improve and edit one’s own writing.
4. Select and use appropriate strategies to understand and respond appropriately to most discourse.
5. Demonstrate the ability to discuss common issues, current events, and contemporary topics in familiar and unfamiliar settings, using a variety of advanced strategies to enhance the effectiveness of communication.
6. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
7. Use online course software to effectively communicate with peers and the instructor.

ESL 061 - English as a Second Language Level 6A

1. Demonstrate comprehension of authentic reading passages up to several pages in length using a variety of advanced reading strategies.
2. Produce writing of different lengths, register, and formats that demonstrates attention to the purpose for writing and the audience.
3. Select and use a variety of advanced strategies to improve and edit one’s own writing.
4. Select and use appropriate strategies to understand and respond appropriately to most discourse.
5. Demonstrate the ability to discuss common issues, current events, and contemporary topics in familiar and unfamiliar settings, using a variety of advanced strategies to enhance the effectiveness of communication.
6. Accurately use level-appropriate grammar in reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
7. Use online course software to effectively communicate with peers and the instructor.

ESL 062 - English as a Second Language Level 6 Prep for Allied Health Education

1. Recognize and interpret healthcare vocabulary using word analysis and inference.
2. Select and use a range of strategies to read, interpret, and analyze health-care-related texts.
3. Access resources online to learn about college programs, developing understanding of healthcare topics, and research current events in healthcare.
4. Select and use a range of strategies to produce a legible and comprehensible draft of writing using vocabulary, language, and style suited to a college-level audience.
5. Apply linguistic, sociocultural, and other background knowledge and strategies to understand the intent of the speaker, to respond appropriately, and to meet the listening purpose, especially in a college classroom or medical setting.
6. Communicate effectively with peers and the instructor in small and large group discussions and projects as well as through online course management software.
7. Recall and use a range of everyday and healthcare vocabulary in a variety of complex sentences and a range of communicative tasks.
8. Apply knowledge of pronunciation patterns and rules, including intonation, rhythm, and stress, to enhance intelligibility in college classroom and medical settings.
9. Select and use a range of strategies to close gaps in understanding, ask questions to deepen understanding, and give appropriate feedback in college classroom and medical settings.

ESL 063 - ESL Level 6 Preparation for Early Childhood Education

1. Recognize and interpret early childhood education vocabulary using word analysis and inference.
2. Select and use a range of strategies to read, interpret, and analyze early childhood education texts.
3. Access resources online to learn about college programs, developing understanding of early childhood education topics, and research current events in early childhood education.
4. Select and use a range of strategies to produce a legible and comprehensible draft of writing using vocabulary, language, and style suited to a college-level audience.
5. Apply linguistic, sociocultural, and other background knowledge and strategies to understand the intent of the speaker, to respond appropriately, and to meet the listening purpose, especially in a college classroom or an early childhood education setting.
6. Communicate effectively with peers and the instructor in small and large group discussions and projects.
7. Recall and use a range of everyday and early childhood education vocabulary in a variety of complex sentences and a range of communicative tasks.
8. Apply knowledge of pronunciation patterns and rules, including intonation, rhythm, and stress, to enhance intelligibility in college classroom and early childhood education settings.
9. Selecting and using a range of strategies to close gaps in understanding, ask questions to deepen understanding, and give appropriate feedback in college classroom and early childhood education settings.

ESL 073 - English as a Second Language Skills Lab

1. Identify areas of strength and weakness in their English abilities, and identify methods of improving areas of weakness.
2. Demonstrate progress in one or more English skill areas.

ESL 075 - English as a Second Language - Language Lab

1. Identify areas of strength and weakness in their English abilities, and identify methods of improving areas of weakness.
2. Demonstrate progress in one or more English skill areas.
3. Use online course software to effectively communicate with peers and the instructor.
4. Use computer software and the Internet to improve English language skills and access community resources.

ESL 085 - ESL Preparation for College and Careers

1. Recognize and interpret vocabulary in the area of interest using word analysis and inference.
2. Select and use a range of strategies to read, interpret, and analyze textbooks and short articles in the area of interest.
3. Access resources online to learn about college programs, develop understanding of topics, and research current events in the area of interest.
4. Select and use a range of strategies to produce a legible and comprehensible draft of writing using vocabulary, language, and style suited to a college-level audience.
5. Apply linguistic and sociocultural strategies to understand the intent of the speaker and respond appropriately in a college classroom setting.
6. Apply knowledge of pronunciation patterns and rules to improve intelligibility in college tasks.
7. Recall and use a range of vocabulary relevant to the area of interest in a variety of complex sentences and a range of communicative tasks.

ESL 095 - English as a Second Language Introduction to College

1. Find information about educational programs in the community and college technical system.
2. Access resources and services in the college system, learn the steps to enroll in college, and use that information to set realistic training and education goals.
3. Articulate requirements of college programs of study such as prerequisites and assessment procedures.
4. Determine whether they have the language skills necessary to transition to the college classes they are interested in.
5. Identify personal strengths, barriers, and supports for transitioning to college.

ACCT 101 - Accounting Fundamentals

1. Use the rules of the fundamental accounting equation to analyze and explain accounting information.
2. Use spreadsheets to input, manage, and interpret information to meet the needs of a single proprietorship.
3. Use analytical skills to support business transactions of a single proprietorship.
4. Apply critical thinking and analytical skills in decision making and problem solving.
5. Create professional and accurate financial documents.
6. Work independently to apply reasoning skills and critical thinking.
7. Perform in ways that reflect ethics and standard bookkeeping expectations related to a single proprietorship.

ACCT 116 - QuickBooks For Beginners

1. Demonstrate how to set up QuickBooks files, create invoices, pay bills, record deposit and prepare bank reconciliations.
2. Prepare and communicate Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss statement, Accounts Receivable aging report and Accounts Payable aging report.

ACCT 155 - Special Topics: Accounting

1. Explore areas of current interest in Accounting.

ACCT& 201 - Principles of Accounting I

1. Recognize accounting transactions and record them in journals using proper formats.
2. Apply the concepts of accrual accounting to transactions that span fiscal periods.
3. Trace the effects of those transactions to financial statements.
4. Record accounting transactions for merchandising operations and understand how to cost inventories using a variety of methods.
5. Journalize transactions specific to managing cash and accounts receivable.
6. Record transactions for uncollectible accounts using generally accepted principals.
7. Prepare financial statements including income statements, statements of retained earnings, and balance sheets.
8. Calculate and explain the significance of liquidity and profitability ratios.

ACCT& 202 - Principles of Accounting II

1. Allocate the cost of long term assets in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
2. Measure and record the disposal, sale and exchange of long term assets.
3. Utilize time value of money techniques to value assets and liabilities.
4. Journalize transactions for the issuance and repayment of bonds and installment obligations.
5. Analyze and journalize transactions involving stockholder’s equity accounts.
6. Prepare and explain a formal statement of cash flows.
7. Analyze the financial condition and performance of a corporation using several financial analysis techniques.
8. Journalize transactions involving definitely determinable and estimated liabilities and identify contingent liabilities.
9. Write clear organized short informational reports using correct format and report writing principles.
10. Calculate and explain the costs and benefits of simple financial choices encountered in strategic decision making.

ACCT& 203 - Principles of Accounting III

1. Calculate and explain the costs and benefits of financial choices encountered in financial planning and strategic decision making.
2. Describe how accounting is used to develop an information system for use by management in the process of making decisions.
3. Define different types of costs and explain the flow of costs from the point of their incurrence to the sale of completed products.
4. Describe the similarities and the differences between job-order and process costing, and develop schedules to report manufacturing costs to management.
5. Describe the benefits and limitations of activity-based costing, and identify types of quality costs.
6. Identify variable, fixed, and mixed costs, and explain cost-volume-profit relationships.
7. Define and describe the budgeting process and prepare budgets for a manufacturer.
8. Develop standard costing systems and compute price and quantity variances for materials, labor, and overhead costs.
9. Perform short-term decision and capital investment analysis.

ACCT 214 - Individual Income Tax Preparation

1. Analyze, apply and evaluate tax information by preparing individual tax returns and related forms.
2. Identify and analyze problems and options, select and implement appropriate solutions based on current tax law.
3. Use mathematics to solve quantitative business issues and problems as relating to taxes.
4. Use personal computers and other tools most commonly used by business to obtain, store, organize and communicate quantitative information. Specifically in this course the ability to use tax software.
5. Explain the rules for determining the deductibility of common expenditures.
6. Classify deductions as for, or from, adjusted gross income.
7. Identify the types of income that are taxable and the types of expenses that are deductible.
8. Explain the costs and benefits of simple financial choices encountered in strategic decision making as relating to taxes.
9. Research websites for tax forms, information and current events in tax and business.

ACCT 215 - Federal Income Tax Preparation

1. Identify the types of income that are taxable.
2. Determine where to report certain income items on the tax return.
3. Explain the difference between the standard deduction and itemized deductions.
4. Apply the rules for determining the deductibility of itemized deductions.
5. Determine when taxpayers qualify for certain tax credits.
6. Determine when the taxpayer is liable for certain other taxes.
7. Prepare an individual tax return from interview data and compile it correctly.
8. Effectively interview clients to obtain information necessary to prepare a federal income tax return.
9. Provide clear and concise information to clients in a nonthreatening, confidential, and responsible manner.
10. Demonstrate professional and responsible behavior when interviewing clients.

ACCT 216 - QuickBooks

1. Demonstrate how to set up a new QuickBooks file, backup Quickbooks files, and restore Quickbooks files.
2. Demonstrate how to create invoices, pay bills, record deposits, and prepare bank reconciliations.
3. Process payroll information into Quickbooks and general payroll reports.
4. Generate and interpret Quickbooks reports, including accounts receivable and accounts payable aging reports.

ACCT 254 - Business and Payroll Tax Accounting

1. Observe, analyze and apply business information necessary to maintain payroll accounting systems.
2. Identify arguments, evaluate claims, and form conclusions based on current payroll practices, procedures and laws.
3. Identify and analyze problems and options, then select and implement appropriate solutions, and evaluate outcomes based on legal requirements relating to payment of wages and salaries.
4. Accurately calculate gross and net wages and all taxes and deductions applicable.
5. Accurately calculate amounts due on state and federal payroll tax forms.
6. Use personal computers to obtain, store, organize and communicate information needed for payroll accounting and state and federal report filing.
7. Explain the basic payroll accounting process and procedures used in the payroll profession.
8. Identify all legal requirements relating to the payment of wages and salaries.
9. Prepare payroll tax returns.

ACCT 255 - Special Topics: Accounting

1. Explore areas of current interest in Accounting.

ACCT 298 - Individual Project in Accounting

1. Implement, with guidance, a comprehensive activity which supplements the learning of the student.
2. Complete an independent study project on specific areas of interest in accounting adhering to established procedures and due dates.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of specific concepts relevant to the accounting industry.

BUS 130I - Business Math

1. Solve word problems using whole numbers fractions, and decimals. Performing addition, subtraction multiplication and division when appropriate.
2. Convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions; convert fractions and decimals to percents.
3. Estimate answers by rounding.
4. Solve equations for unknowns.
5. Solve word problems using simple algebraic equations.
6. Use percents applying the portion formula to solve business problems.
7. Calculate trade discounts-single and chain; cash discounts, credit terms and partial payments; markdowns and selling price of perishables; simple interest and maturity value of financial instruments.
8. Define promissory notes and calculate interest, discount and maturity value.

BUS 155 - Special Topics: Business

1. Explore areas of current interest to the business students.

BUS 163 - Credit Management Law

1. Identify and describe of the purpose and use of the law in credit management.
2. Identify and describe the basic concepts of the Uniform Commercial Code (articles dealing with credit transactions).
3. Identify and describe the basic procedures needed in order to set up a secured credit transaction.
4. Identify and describe the basic use of the court system, arbitration, and mediation, and bankruptcy in credit management problems.

BUS 164 - Financial Accounting for Credit Managers

1. Record transactions in a general journal format and to post to a general ledger.
2. Prepare trial balances and basic financial statements.
3. Reconcile cash and bank accounts and compute cash flows.

BUS 165 - Financial Statement Analysis I for Credit Management

1. Describe the purpose and use of financial statements in credit management.
2. Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret the basic concepts of financial statements.
3. Demonstrate the use of financial statement analysis in assessing credit risk.

BUS 166 - Advanced Credit Management

1. Interpret the role of the Credit Department within the organization and the business world.
2. Define the functions of management and interpret the operational requirements of each as they relate to the Credit Department.
3. Demonstrate the ability to identify and utilize the skills required to successfully manage the Credit Department.
4. Demonstrate the ability to establish and manage a Credit Department.

BUS 167 - Financial Analysis for Credit Management II

1. Interpret, at an intermediate level, how to interpret financial statements used by corporations, through analyzing financial information, synthesizing the results and evaluating credit risk.
2. Apply the above objectives on selected organization’s financial information from major corporations in the fields of manufacturing, retailing, and service including regulated and nonregulated industries.
3. Demonstrate higher level knowledge of financial reporting.
4. Prepare for the NACM-CBF (National Association of Credit Management-Credit Business Fellow) Professional Certification examination, the second level in the certification program.

BUS& 201 - Business Law

1. Read and analyze fact patterns in accordance with the legal professional case analysis method; apply appropriate vocabulary and substantive legal principles; and then analyze, compare and evaluate the logic, reasoning, and arguments of other students in accordance with established legal principles.
2. Read, analyze, compare and evaluate the merits and logic of the arguments presented in a case and critically examine how social/cultural attitudes and values affect and are affected by the court’s holding in a case.
3. Work cooperatively and as a team with other students in debating ideas, including listening attentively to other opinions, viewpoints, and cultural perspectives and weigh the merits of same.
4. Describe the basic principles of business law subjects such as constitutional authority to regulate business; common law contracts; the Uniform Commercial Code; agency; business associations; real and personal property and business related torts.
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the law, its historical development, judicial process and the role of law in a complex social system, with emphasis on the American legal system and its institutions.
6. Analyze and evaluate ideas of ethics, social responsibility, and justice, and, when confronted with an ethical dilemma, weigh the arguments for alternative courses of action and logically persuasively argue for a particular course of conduct.

BUS 255 - Special Topics Business

1. Explore areas of current interest to the business students.

BUS 290 - Professional Development Seminar

1. Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary for job seeking and successful entry-level employment in business.
2. Demonstrate ability to use on-campus resources and Internet based resources, including; networking, use of professional organizations; utilization of web-based career software; career resource room; job fairs; and job search techniques.
3. Complete updated professional career portfolio.
4. Present oral and written summary and evaluation of internship/work experience in group setting.
5. Interview local businesses regarding industry trends and hiring practices and present written findings.
6. Describe the professional workplace issues, challenges, and rewards working in a dynamic business environment.

BUS 291 - Business Internship

1. Identify, discuss, and write specific learning objectives and develop career and educational plan to reach the career goals of the internship.
2. Demonstrate understanding of workplace trends and opportunities.
3. Evaluate self and create options to achieve greater success in the experiential learning environment.
4. Develop positive work habits and skills in interpersonal relations while interning at the internship site.
5. Experience both oral and written communications at work-site.
6. Develop understanding of workplace issues: employer expectations, professional and ethical attitudes; understanding of work environment; job descriptions and performance objectives; interpersonal work skills, work site leadership, group interaction, conflict management, and workplace cultural diversity.
7. Experience a new dynamic working community at the given internship site.
8. Work among a variety of colleagues, vendors, and customers/clients to gain an overall understanding of workplace cultural diversity and ethics in the workplace.
9. Gain and/or improve job-specific technical skills and soft skills at the internship.
10. Develop understanding of workplace issues: employer expectations, professional, and ethical attitudes.

AHE 100 - Success Strategies for the Health Professions

1. Identify personal challenges that could affect school and career success and develop methods for dealing with these personal challenges.
2. Develop a plan to balance the challenges of work, family, and school/future employment in the health professions.
3. Define and set goals toward a commitment to a new career in the health professions.
4. Explain and navigate college resources such as the library and learning support center, advising, and college support systems.
5. Apply effective note-taking, textbook reading, and test taking strategies to allied health course content.
6. Develop technology skills to access instructional information and support for college success and apply this knowledge to information systems and technology used in the healthcare environment.
7. Understand the need for effective oral and written communication skills as they relate to college success and the provision of high quality care.
8. Demonstrate skills challenging environment of healthcare education, and the commitment needed to become a successful nursing or allied health professional.

AHE 110 - The Human Body: Structure and Function

1. Describe the structure and function of the body systems listed in the course description.
2. Describe the structure, function, and organization of the human body in terms of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems.
3. Describe the causes/processes of common diseases/disorders in each body system.

AHE 112 - EKG/Cardiac Monitoring/Telemetry

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Recognize lethal and nonlethal rhythms and state the appropriate interventions to be taken. 
2. Describe the roles of the EKG Technician, Monitor Technician, and the nurse as it relates to telemetry and EKG testing including closed-loop communication along with when immediate notification of an abnormality needs to occur.
3. Explain the components of the heart’s conduction system including the SA, AV, Bundle of His, and the Purkinje fibers. Identify rhythms originating in the SA, AV, atria, and the ventricles; and discuss their significance.
4. Describe paced rhythms, along with bundle branch block patterns and be able to identify ischemia and infarction on the ECG tracing.
5. Explain how cardiac monitoring/telemetry is used in patient assessment and treatment. Know the effect of certain medications on the ECG waves, especially the Q-T interval. Become familiar with additional cardiac testing such as holter monitors, zio patches, stress, stress echo exams, and pharmacological stress testing and when each would be appropriate.
6. Demonstrate safe and proficient patient preparation and lead placement to perform an ECG. Describe how to determine rate, measure intervals, and segments; and be able to recognize cardiac rhythms.

AHE 114 - Electrocardiography Technician

1. Describe cardiovascular disease and its related risk factors.
2. Describe the major cardiac veins and arteries, heart chambers, valves, cardiac muscle, and coronary blood supply.
3. Locate and determine heart position to accurately place electrodes.
4. Describe the physiological processes governing the cardiovascular system.
5. Determine the origin and measurement of common EKG intervals, segments, heart rate, and normal sinus rhythm.
6. Identify commonly used cardiac drugs.
7. Demonstrate safe and effective EKG testing procedures, patient preparation, and explanation of test to patient.
8. Explain why different leads are included in the standard twelve-lead EKG.
9. Describe the electronic concept of twelve-lead, three-channel and single channel EKG machines, patient and equipment grounding, maintenance, and repair.
10. Identify common cardiac arrhythmias.

AHE 115 - AHE Healthcare Provider: CPR

1. Demonstrate the skills of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, mouth to mouth and bag-mask ventilation.
2. Demonstrate the use of automated external defibrillator.
3. Demonstrate the relief of foreign body airway obstruction for responsive and unresponsive victims.

AHE 116 - Introduction to Healthcare

1. Compare and contrast the various healthcare careers available to determine which careers are of interest.
2. Discuss factors that should be considered when seeking a healthcare occupation, such as duties, educational and credentialing requirements, job satisfaction, working environment, and career advancement.
3. Explore the differences and similarities among healthcare settings, services and providers.
4. Discuss current issues and trends in healthcare.
5. Identify behaviors and attitudes consistent with those of successful healthcare professionals.
6. Discuss interpersonal communications and demonstrate the process of language, listening skills, and nonverbal communications.
7. Demonstrate basic problem solving skills.
8. Recognize legal and ethical standards that affect workers within the healthcare industry.
9. Explain the key concepts of patients’ rights and the laws that govern patient confidentiality.
10. Describe the fundamentals of wellness and its impact on the disease process.
11. Discuss and/or demonstrate basic skills required for a variety health occupations (i.e., safety, asepsis, and body mechanics).

AHE 117 - Monitor Technician

1. Explain the role and reporting structure of the Monitor Technician in the clinical environment.
2. Describe the principles of electronic monitoring in the clinical environment and explain the purpose of monitoring on an ongoing basis.
3. Describe the principles of electronic monitoring in the clinical environment and explain the purpose of monitoring on an ongoing basis.
4. Measure and calculate heart rate and rhythm in standard EKGs.
5. Differentiate between artifact and abnormal rhythm.
6. Recognize lethal and nonlethal rhythms and state the appropriate actions to be taken.
7. Access medical resources to acquire up-to-date data.

AHE 119 - Electrocardiography Technician Externship

1. Participate as a member of the healthcare team.
2. Apply all principles and skills learned in the classroom and lab to direct patient testing.
3. Perform diagnostic EKG tests in a clinical setting.
4. Be able to interpret arrhythmias in a clinical setting.
5. Demonstrate compassion and understanding for all patients.
6. Demonstrate professional behavior in the clinical environment.

AHE 122 - Health Unit Coordinator Procedures I

1. Manage the clerical tasks on the nursing unit as it relates to admissions, discharges, internal and external transfers and analyze their importance with regard to positive patient outcomes.
2. Assemble and maintain the medical chart.
3. Log on and enter orders using the practice activity software.
4. Accurately transcribe physician orders.
5. Manage, analyze and prioritize urgent and nonurgent physician orders.
6. Analyze and demonstrate how to accurately transcribe observation, dietary, medication, laboratory and diagnostic imaging orders.
7. Input medication orders onto the medication profile/medication administration record.
8. Identify which department to contact to order treatment, dietary, medication, laboratory and diagnostic imaging orders.
9. Explain the purpose of the patient’s chart including its importance as a legal document.
10. Explain the importance of confidentiality in assembling and handling the patient charts.

AHE 123 - Health Unit Coordinator Procedures II

1. Contact the appropriate department to restock supplies on the nursing unit.
2. Explain the chain of infection and demonstrate appropriate methods to control the spread of pathogens, including personal protective equipment.
3. Correctly graph and /or correct errors in vital signs graphing.
4. List five guidelines for filing records on a patient’s chart.
5. Explain and demonstrate the process of retrieving diagnostic test results using the computer.
6. Describe the health unit coordinator’s responsibilities regarding the completion of incident reports.
7. Describe the health unit coordinator’s responsibilities in emergencies, such as fire or disaster situations.

AHE 130 - Acute Care Nurse Assisting

1. Define terms related to communicable diseases.
2. Identify selected types of microorganisms, common methods of isolation, and principles of infection control such as patient isolation.
3. Describe the principles of specimen collection and processing, transport media, and storage of supplies.
4. Perform point of care testing, including blood glucose monitoring, urine dipstick, and stool guaiac.
5. Describe and demonstrate the principles of wound care, including wound drains.
6. Describe the purposes for urinary catheterization and demonstrate the involved procedures.
7. Describe the purpose for bladder ultrasound and demonstrate correct procedure in simulated exercises.
8. Describe the purpose for supplementary oxygen and discuss involved procedures of equipment monitoring, care, and patient teaching.
9. Describe the purpose for tube feeding and bowel management.
10. Demonstrate skill in assisting with IVs.

AHE 131 - Acute Care Nurse Assist Externship

1. Participate as a member of the healthcare team to plan and deliver direct client care.
2. Apply all principles and skills learned in the classroom and laboratory.
3. Under the supervision of the clinical instructor, demonstrate competence in providing all client care skills.

AHE 132 - Emergency Room Technician

1. Explain the roles and responsibilities of the Emergency Room Technician as a member of the emergency medical team.
2. Assess emergency situations and demonstrate effective treatment skills.
3. Assist with wound care, orthopedic splinting, and specimen collection.
4. Assist with patient monitoring for cardiac, respiratory, nervous, and genito-urinary emergencies.
5. Utilize specialized medical equipment and technology as necessary.
6. Demonstrate clear oral and written communication.
7. Perform duties within the legal and ethical guidelines of the profession.

AHE 133 - Emergency Room Technician Externship

1. Participate as a member of the healthcare team to plan and deliver direct patient care.
2. Apply all principles and skills learned in the classroom and laboratory environments to procedures and treatments in the emergency room setting.
3. Under supervision, demonstrate competence in performing all patient care skills.
4. Perform duties within the legal and ethical guidelines of the profession.

AHE 141 - Phlebotomy Technician

1. Recognize common lab tests (e.g., glucose, cbc).
2. Select appropriate blood collection tubes for lab tests ordered.
3. Apply proper labeling, documentation methods, and preparation for specimen transport.
4. Evaluate quality control procedures, possible sources of error, and corrective actions.
5. Identify the additive by the evacuated tube order.
6. Identify special precautions necessary during blood collection by venipuncture and capillary puncture.
7. List and apply criteria that would lead to rejection or recollection of a patient sample.
8. Identify and report pre-analytical errors that may occur during specimen collection, labeling, and transporting and processing.
9. Describe medical lab procedures and policies.
10. Discuss the major points of the American Hospital Association’s Bill of Rights.
11. Apply knowledge of safety measures, infection control, and first aid for phlebotomy.
12. Perform blood draws in compliance with National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) requirements, CLSI standards (Clinical Laboratory Science Institute), with the knowledge to pass the ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathologists) national exam, and with consideration of OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) mandates.
13. Demonstrate accepted practices for infection control, isolation techniques, aseptic techniques, and methods for disease prevention.
14. Demonstrate the ability to collect blood by capillary puncture.

AHE 143 - Phlebotomy Technician: Clinical Externship

1. Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the blood and circulatory system.
2. Access and select most appropriate vein for venipuncture for standard or difficult blood draws.
3. Apply antiseptic or aseptic preparation techniques when appropriate.
4. Apply proper labeling, documentation methods, and preparation for specimen transport.
5. Evaluate quality control procedures, possible sources of error, and corrective actions.
6. Explain procedures to clients prior to performing them.
7. Demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team in a medical laboratory or clinical setting.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of a full service medical laboratory, including group interaction, written and oral communication, and critical thinking/problem solving.
9. Apply knowledge of safety measures, infection control and first aid for phlebotomy for individual clinical site.
10. Describe medical lab policies and procedures for individual clinical site.
11. Successfully perform 100 or more blood draws in the clinical setting.
12. Demonstrate knowledge of a full service medical laboratory, including group interaction, written and oral communication, and critical thinking/problem solving.

AHE 144 - Clinical Lab Assistant I

1. Describe the process of how patients, specimens, and requests for lab services arrive in the laboratory.
2. List and explain the basic tests run on specimens received by the laboratory.
3. Identify laboratory equipment and explain its use.
4. Demonstrate the ability to perform and record vital sign measurements.
5. Demonstrate a functional understanding of general medical terminology and specific laboratory terminology.
6. Describe total quality management as it relates to the medical laboratory environment.
7. Define the Clinical Laboratory Assistant role in the healthcare delivery system as it relates to the point of care or clinical laboratory environment.
8. Demonstrate knowledge of infection control and safety practices.

AHE 145 - Clinical Lab Assistant II

1. Prepare body fluid and blood specimens for analysis according to standard operating procedures.
2. Perform appropriate tests at the clinical assistant level, according to standard operating procedure.
3. Identify and report potential pre-analytical errors that may occur during specimen collection, labeling, transporting, and processing.
4. Demonstrate the ability to use laboratory machinery as appropriate for the CLA position.
5. Demonstrate complete understanding of the basic tests run on specimens.
6. Explain central processing and collection techniques for blood, urine, body fluid, and stool.
7. Accurately access and use an online test directory.
8. Apply correct usage of laboratory vocabulary.
9. Comfortably and accurately apply order entry, specimen login, and result retrieval skills using a laboratory information system in a clinical setting.

AHE 146 - Clinical Lab Assistant III

1. Use common clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and urinalysis terminology as it relates to the point-of-care or clinical laboratory environment.
2. Determine suitability of specimens for chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and/or urinalysis.
3. Perform quality control procedures.
4. Assemble and prepare reagents, standards and controls for chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and urinalysis testing.
5. Report results of procedures using predetermined criteria.
6. Follow established quality control procedures specific to chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and urinalysis tests, including maintenance and instrument calibration.
7. Maintain inventory control and supplies for chemistry, hematology, microbiology, and urinalysis tests.
8. Prepare and stain slides for further analysis.
9. Prepare slides for microscopic examination.
10. Recognize technical errors for each test performed.
11. Follow special safety procedures and aseptic technique required for processing microbiology specimens.
12. Verbally instruct patients in the proper collection and preservation for various urine samples.
13. Document and relay written and computer generated test results.
14. Perform appropriate tests at the clinical assistant level, according to standard operating procedures.

AHE 147 - Clinical Lab Assistant Externship

1. Apply knowledge of specimen collection and set up procedures.
2. Apply knowledge of safety measures, infection control, and first aid for clinical laboratory.
3. Evaluate, document, and apply quality control procedures.
4. Identify sources of error and corrective actions.
5. Apply proper labeling, documentation methods, and preparation for specimen transport.
6. Describe the laboratory policies and procedures related to their clinical site.
7. Demonstrate the ability to communicate (verbally and nonverbally) effectively and appropriately with both clients and team members in the workplace.
8. Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude in the workplace and realize (through journals) the importance of professional development by pursuing and maintaining certification.

AHE 155 - Special Topics: Allied Health

1. Explore current topics of interest in Allied Health.

AHE 162 - Certified Nursing Assistant-Basic Patient Care

1. Describe the nursing assistant’s legal scope of practice and function on the health care team.
2. Employ communication skills appropriate to various situations.
3. Use medical terminology and abbreviations appropriately.
4. Perform with accuracy and judgment in observing, recording, and sharing client data.
5. Demonstrate proficiency in all skills needed for client care, as listed on skills check off sheet and in Washington Nursing Assistant Candidate Handbook.

AHE 164 - Certified Nursing Assistant-Clinical Externship

1. Participate as a member of the healthcare team to plan and deliver direct client care.
2. Under supervision of the clinical instructor, perform all patient care skills as outlined in the skills checklist.
3. Complete clinical journal assignments as required.

AHE 170 - Orientation to Pharmacy Practice

1. Document the history of pharmacy and evolution of the pharmacist’s role in the profession.
2. List the major settings in which pharmacy is practiced.
3. State the purpose and history of the policy and procedure manual.
4. Describe the role of the Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission and the PTCB.
5. Describe the trends in national healthcare expenditures and the nature of healthcare coverage in the United States.
6. Outline the differences in responsibilities of pharmacy technicians and licensed pharmacists.
7. Define Pharmaceutical Care, Managed Care, Medicare, and Medicaid.
8. Define accreditation and understand how it plays a role in the promotion of quality healthcare.
9. Define the differences between licensing and certification.
10. Describe the general layout of the pharmacy department.
11. List some current and future trends in the practice of pharmacy.
12. List the major functions that pharmacy technicians perform in various pharmacy settings.
13. State the importance of confidentiality and accuracy to the practice of pharmacy.

AHE 171 - Pharmacy Law and Ethics

1. Apply legal and ethical standards to a pharmacy setting.
2. Describe the legal and ethical implications within a pharmacy setting.

AHE 172 - Pharmacy Terminology

1. Describe the dangers and/or appropriate or inappropriate use of abbreviations.
2. Define selected medical and pharmacy terminology (e.g., diseases, medical specialties, pharmacology, pharmacy, weights, and measures).
3. Describe the various types of pharmaceutical dosage forms.
4. Name selected chemical compounds in terms of their elemental symbols and chemical formulas.
5. Define the symbols and abbreviations used in pharmacy.
6. Learn the value of a computerized pharmacy medication record.
7. List the components of a prescription and apply that information to the preparation of prescription labels for the patient’s indoctrination.

AHE 173 - Applied Pharmacology I

1. Spell, pronounce, define, and identify drug classification and names.
2. Provide an example of a representative drug when given a specific drug class.
3. Identify common medications related to body systems, their classifications, side effects, indications, and common interactions.
4. Provide brand and generic names for representative drug classes.
5. Incorporate the use of textbook and reference materials to identify a drug and its uses, dosage form, side effects, contraindication, and warnings (patient education).
6. Identify sound alike drugs and problem identification within prescriptions, as well as knowing what the medications are used for and be able to prevent medication errors.

AHE 174 - Applied Pharmacology II

1. Spell, pronounce, define, and identify drug classification and names.
2. Provide an example of a representative drug when given a specific drug class.
3. Identify common medications related to body systems, their classifications, side effects, indications, and common interactions.
4. Provide brand and generic names for representative drug classes.
5. Incorporate the use of textbook and reference materials to identify a drug and its uses, dosage form, side effects, contraindications, and warnings (patient education).
6. Demonstrate familiarity with medication use ot help prevent medication errors.

AHE 175 - Pharmaceutical Calculations

1. Demonstrate adequate proficiency in calculating with the following numerical values: fractions, decimals, percents; ratios and proportions; weights and measure metric apothecary and household system measurements; conversations between systems; and Roman numerals.
2. Calculate dosages, directions, and final quantity needed for a prescription given an order and appropriate drug label(s).
3. Determine the final strength of a diluted solution when given the original strength, the volume and the final volume.
4. Calculate pediatric dosages.
5. Determine the cost, selling price, markup, and percent markup of a prescription order.

AHE 176 - Prescription Processing

1. Identify the components of a complete prescription or medication order.
2. Prioritize prescriptions and medication orders on the basis of pertinent criteria.
3. Identify the necessary steps in processing a prescription or medication order.
4. List information normally contained in a patient profile.
5. Assess prescription or medication order for completeness, accuracy, authenticity, legality, and reimbursement eligibility.
6. Update the medical record/patient profile with information including medication history, allergies, medication duplication, and drug-disease, drug-drug, drug-laboratory, and drug-food interactions.
7. Identify proper language to be used on medication labels and determine information needed to make a medication label complete.
8. Describe the purpose of patient profiles and how to enter, update, and maintain them.
9. Demonstrate understanding of compliancy checks the pharmacy computer performs.
10. Describe the time limits for refilling prescriptions.
11. Describe filing rules for filing prescriptions.
12. Demonstrate knowledge of medical abbreviations and terminology.
13. Demonstrate knowledge of techniques for detecting medication errors.

AHE 177 - Over the Counter Drugs

1. Access medical information resources and identify whether a drug is legend or OTC.
2. Identify commonly stocked OTC products and describe their intended use.
3. Discuss and describe the rationale and regulation used by the FDA to determine the OTC or legend status of a particular drug or preparation.
4. Describe important drug interactions for selected OTC products.
5. List important contraindications for selected OTC products.

AHE 178 - Hospital Procedures/IV/Unit Dose

1. Demonstrate proper aseptic technique in relation to chemotherapy and other admixtures in a hospital or clinical setting.
2. Calculate and manufacture sterile medication admixtures.
3. Demonsrate proper operation of Pyxis System (Automated Dispensing System).

AHE 179 - Pharmacy Technician Certification Review

1. Demonstrate understanding of requirements and content areas of the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) and the Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) exams.
2. Demonstrate test taking and critical thinking skills in preparation for the PTCB and /or ExCPT exams.
3. Implement positive studying strategies for the preparation of taking the PTCB or ExCPT.
4. Practice pharmaceutical calculations in preparation for the PTCB or ExCPT exam.
5. Analyze current knowledge and identify areas that require further study for test preparation.

AHE 180 - Fundamentals of Patient Navigation:CD

1. Describe the history and purpose of patient navigation and explain its importance in today’s healthcare system.
2. Compare and contrast the differences and similarities among healthcare settings and providers.
3. Explain how the ACA defines “care coordination” and identify where patient navigation will have a positive impact for both patients and care providers.
4. Define “social determinants of health” and “health disparities” and list common causes of health disparities.
5. Identify barriers to accessing care including but not limited to, culture, health literacy, socioeconomic, and chronic disease and list strategies to reduce them.
6. Define the concept of professional boundaries and describe the importance of maintaining those boundaries within the care coordination model.
7. Demonstrate communication strategies for building client relationships including language, listening skills, effective questioning, and conflict resolution.
8. Describe motivational Interviewing and demonstrate communication skills as they relate to motivational interviewing.

AHE 182 - Advanced Navigation I

1. Describe the implications of chronic disease and behavioral issues on goals, plans of care, medication, and treatments.
2. Examine the demographic, physical, emotional, and social aspects of chronic disease when referring patients to resources.
3. Apply communication and care navigation strategies to clients with behavioral health and mental illness issues.
4. Apply communication and care navigation strategies related to the aging population, end of life and palliative care.
5. Identify community resources and medical systems to support client needs and influence positive client outcomes.
6. Develop communication tools to improve health literacy, patient engagement, activation, and self management.

AHE 183 - Advanced Navigation II

1. Demonstrate understanding of the system, the patient, the role of the navigator, and skills needed to successfully navigate care systems using case studies.
2. Apply strategies for managing the whole person, chronic disease, behavioral health and end of life issues in multiple simple and complex case studies.
3. Demonstrate the core competencies of patient navigation, including but not limited to motivational interviewing, teach back, and patient activation level identification.
4. List and describe strategies to engage clients and families in care and wellness.
5. Choose or modify communication strategies to address social and cultural barriers to care and reduce health disparities.

AHE 191 - Pharmacy Clinical

1. Competently and expediently fill prescriptions in any pharmacy setting.
2. Competently manufacture (via aseptic technique) IV admixtures and chemotherapy in a hospital/clinical setting.
3. Collaborate and communicate effectively with pharmacists, patients, and co-workers in any pharmacy setting.
4. Operate under the supervision of a pharmacist in any pharmacy setting ethically and within the law.
5. Recognize and correct medication errors in any pharmacy setting.

ANTH& 100 - Survey of Anthropology: CD

1. Define anthropology and each of its primary subfields: biological, cultural, linguistic and archaeological.
2. Explain the theory of evolution and its primary principles.
3. Describe human relationships with animals, plants and natural resources as part of an ecosystem.
4. Define traditional ecological knowledge and its role in culture and adaptation.
5. Identify the fossil, genetic and artifactual evidence for human evolution and migration.
6. Outline the history of human evolution and migrations out of Africa.
7. Define culture and explain its importance as an adaptive tool in human societies.
8. Describe the significance of agriculture, cities, industry and globalization in cultural evolution.
9. Explain the role of language, religion and social systems in human culture.
10. Outline anthropological methods, including scientific method and participant observation.
11. Define ethnocentrism and cultural relativism and describe the ways that each can impede our understanding of other humans.
12. Identify ways that anthropological methods and knowledge can be applied to help solve contemporary problems.

ANTH 130 - American Religious Diversity:CD

1. Evaluate, analyze, and apply social scientific theories of religion and ethnicity.
2. Discuss diverse religious beliefs with peers in classroom.
3. Present, in writing and/or orally, results of theoretical analyses, reading, and/or ethnographic research.
4. Examine and evaluate the historical impact of colonialism, immigration, politics, racism, economics, and globalization on American religious experiences.
5. Compare and contrast the beliefs, growth, development, and success of American Indian, Christian, Jewish, Mormon, Muslim, Baha’i, Hindu, Buddhist, and/or other traditions in the Americas.
6. Conduct and reflect upon a service-learning project in partnership with a local religious community, government agency, tribe, or nonprofit.
7. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.
8. Critically evaluate and responsibly use and cite library and online resources.

ANTH 155 - Special Topics: Anthropology

1. Evaluate and apply social scientific theories.
2. Present, in writing and/or orally, results of theoretical analyses and/or ethnographic research.
3. Connect special topic to cultural diversity.
4. Engage with communities and/or individuals through action and/or research.

ANTH 198 - Individual Project in Anthropology

1. Examine and evaluate an independent topic while employing anthropological theories and/or approaches.
2. Propose an independent topic and project.
3. Communicate in writing and/or orally the results of independent service-learning and/or research project.
4. Select cultural topics of interest and propose a means for exploring them.
5. Conduct a service-learning or research project in partnership with a community group or organization.

ANTH 201 - Human Ecology I:CD

1. Conduct participant observation and service-learning activities with tribes, government agencies and/or nonprofit organizations.
2. Explain the value of participant observation and service-learning as research tools in anthropology and the social sciences.
3. Describe and discuss the significance of relationships between human social systems and the ecosystems in which they participate.
4. Identify common native and invasive plants of Western Washington and describe their cultural uses.
5. Identify common species of animals in Western Washington and recognize their tracks and signs.
6. Outline and apply the scientific method.
7. Participate directly in collaborative field-based activities employing scientific approaches to ecological stewardship.
8. Explain the theory of evolution and its impact on humans and their ecosystems.
9. Identify government agencies, nonprofit organizations, business and industry involved in sustainable development.
10. Maintain field notes that record, describe and/or quantify human interventions in local ecosystems.
11. Reflect orally and in writing on the value of service as a means of making a difference in a community.
12. Distinguish between sustainable and unsustainable human-ecosystem interactions.
13. Identify the crucial role of culture in the sustainability of human-ecosystem interactions.

ANTH 202 - Human Ecology II

1. Conduct participant observation and service-learning activities with tribes, government agencies, and/or nonprofit organizations.
2. Explain the value of participant observation and service-learning as research tools in anthropology and the social sciences.
3. Describe and discuss the significance of relationships between human social systems and the ecosystems in which they participate.
4. Identify common native and invasive plants of Western Washington and describe their cultural uses.
5. Identify common species of animals in Western Washington and recognize their tracks and signs.
6. Outline and apply the scientific method.
7. Participate directly in collaborative field-based activities employing scientific approaches to ecological stewardship.
8. Explain the theory of evolution and its impact on humans and their ecosystems.
9. Identify government agencies, nonprofit organizations, business and industry involved in sustainable development.
10. Maintain field notes that record, describe and/or quantify human interventions in local ecosystems.
11. Reflect orally and in writing on the value of service as a means of making a difference in a community.
12. Distinguish between sustainable and unsustainable human-ecosystem interactions.
13. Identify the crucial role of culture in the sustainability of human-ecosystem interactions.
14. Share an indigenous narrative, news story, poem or other reading material conveying traditional ecological knowledge.
15. Lead a reflection activity inviting other students to connect their service with their learning.
16. Lead a team of students through a term-long stewardship project culminating in an essay and oral presentation.
17. Serve as a peer advocate/mentor to other students new to ecological stewardship.

ANTH 203 - Human Ecology III

1. Conduct participant observation and service-learning activities with tribes, government agencies, and/or nonprofit organizations.
2. Explain the value of participant observation and service-learning as research tools in anthropology and the social sciences.
3. Describe and discuss the significance of relationships between human social systems and the ecosystems in which they participate.
4. Identify common native and invasive plants of Western Washington and describe their cultural uses.
5. Identify common species of animals in Western Washington and recognize their tracks and signs.
6. Outline and apply the scientific method
7. Participate directly in collaborative field-based activities employing scientific approaches to ecological stewardship.
8. Explain the theory of evolution and its impact on humans and their ecosystems.
9. Identify government agencies, nonprofit organizations, business and industry involved in sustainable development.
10. Maintain field notes that record, describe and/or quantify human interventions in local ecosystems.
11. Reflect orally and in writing on the value of service as a means of making a difference in a community.
12. Distinguish between sustainable and unsustainable human-ecosystem interactions.
13. Identify the crucial role of culture in the sustainability of human-ecosystem interactions.
14. Share an indigenous narrative, news story, poem or other reading material conveying traditional ecological knowledge.
15. Lead a reflection activity inviting other students to connect their service with their learning.
16. Lead a team of students through a term-long stewardship project culminating in an essay and oral presentation.
17. Serve as a peer advocate/mentor to other students new to ecological stewardship.
18. Lead training sessions of other students new to ecological stewardship.

ANTH& 204 - Archaeology

1. Define key terms and concepts in archaeology, including those used in lab and fieldwork.
2. Describe major transitions in human biological and cultural evolution.
3. Identify methods used to locate, survey, and excavate archaeological sites.
4. Communicate orally and in writing about archaeological principles, concepts, and issues.
5. Apply ethical standards in a community-engaged approach to cultural resources.
6. Demonstrate knowledge of the role of citizen science and service-learning in the stewardship of natural and cultural resources.
7. Critically evaluate and responsibly use and cite library and online resources.
8. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.

ANTH& 206 - Cultural Anthropology:CD

1. Define key terms, concepts, and subfields in anthropology.
2. Conduct and explain the value of participant observation and service-learning with local community partners.
3. Identify the crucial role of culture, evolution, and diversity in the sustainability of human-ecosystem interactions.
4. Explain how societies are interrelated and the increasing impact of globalization on human lives and cultures.
5. Recognize and describe key features of human cultures and society: language, subsistence, family, kinship, ethnicity, religion, socialization, politics, economics, gender, etc.
6. Identify ways that cultural anthropological research methods, knowledge and skills can be applied to the solution of contemporary world problems.
7. Critically evaluate and responsibly use and cite library and online resources.
8. Apply knowledge, awareness, and skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.

ANTH& 210 - Indians of North America:CD

1. Outline the cultural contributions of indigenous peoples to the history and society of the United States, Canada, Mexico and Central America.
2. Identify and describe major indigenous cultural groups in North America.
3. Define anthropology and culture.
4. Distinguish cultural anthropology from archaeology, linguistic anthropology, archaeology and other social and natural sciences.
5. Conduct participant observation and service-learning with tribal communities.
6. Explain the value of participant observation and service-learning as research tools in cultural anthropology and the social sciences.
7. Describe and discuss the significance of relationships between indigenous social systems and the ecosystems in which they participate.
8. Define traditional ecological knowledge and explain its significance for contemporary societies.
9. Explain the theory of evolution and its impact on humans and their cultures.
10. Reflect orally and in writing on the value of service as a means of making a difference in a community.
11. Identify the crucial role of culture in the sustainability of indigenous societies.
12. Outline the historical conditions that led to tribes, First Nations and other forms of social and political organization in native communities.
13. Explain how indigenous societies are impacted by modern states and globalization.
14. Define ethnocentrism and cultural relativism.

ANTH& 215 - Bioanthropology w/Lab:CD

1. Distinguish between scientific and nonscientific approaches to human origins.
2. Explain the basic principles of evolution (natural selection, mutation, gene flow, and genetic drift).
3. Examine and evaluate the application of genetics to human evolution and migration patterns.
4. Compare and contrast various animal skeletal anatomy, track, and sign.
5. Examine and evaluate the ape and hominid fossil record.
6. Compare and contrast biological and cultural impacts on human physical and sexual variation.
7. Conduct participant observation and service-learning with local community organizations.
8. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.

ANTH& 216 - Northwest Coast Indians:CD

1. Describe, compare and contrast orally and in writing diverse Northwest Coast indigenous cultures.
2. Identify and evaluate strengths and limitations of archaeological, ethnohistorical, ethnographic, and sociocultural methods and theories.
3. Evaluate current competing accounts of the origins and development of Northwest Coast cultural traditions.
4. Enumerate and describe impacts of European colonization of the Northwest Coast on indigenous people.
5. Describe the intricacies of important political, economic, religious, and social issues Native Americans and First Nations face today, such as land claims, fishing rights, ecotourism, casinos, whaling, repatriation, and sovereignty.
6. Conduct participant observation and service-learning with local tribal communities.
7. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.

ANTH 255 - Special Topics: Anthropology

1. Evaluate anthropological concepts and theories within a specific topical context.
2. Describe orally and/or in writing key anthropological concepts related to a specific topic.
3. Conduct participant observation and service-learning with local community organizations.
4. Explore the role of culture and diversity within a selected anthropological topic.

ANTH 270 - Field Methods in Archaeology:CD

1. Participate in a group learning experience and contribute to the solution of common archaeological tasks and problems.
2. Describe local culture, traditional subsistence, settlement practices, technology, and art.
3. Participate in local cultural renewal efforts.
4. Communicate with the public about techniques in archaeological fieldwork, and about regional archaeology and local history in the immediate vicinity of the field school.
5. Distinguish between theoretical approaches in archaeology (e.g., culture history and culture process; typological and population thinking) and describe the effect of each on data collection, analysis, and inference.
6. Explain the three phases of cultural resource management in archaeology: cultural resource inventory, testing, and mitigation.
7. Compare and contrast excavation by natural and arbitrary stratigraphic units and explain the methodological contexts in which each is useful.
8. Perform laboratory techniques necessary to conserve and curate cultural materials.
9. Prepare and maintain a field notebook meeting generally accepted scientific standards for research in the field, including the documented events, observations, data, line drawings, etc.