CHEM&121
5cr
Introduction to Chemistry
Introduces fundamentals of chemistry for those interested in nursing/allied health and those pursuing a non-science degree. Study of the classification, composition, calculations, and properties (both chemical and physical) of matter at the macroscopic, atomic and subatomic levels. Includes measurements and conversions, atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical reactions, molar stoichiometry, and acid/base chemistry.
Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural Applied Science Course Fee
BIOL&160
5cr
General Biology W/Lab
Introduces foundational biological concepts including cell structure and function, metabolism, genetics, biotechnology, biological diversity, evolution, and ecology. Preparatory for further studies including BIOL& 211 and BIOL& 241. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $35.00 Natural Science Lab Fee; $12.00 Natural and Applied Sciences Course Fee
Choose one course from these program recommended electives:
NURS100
7cr
Nursing Assistant
Prepares students to become nursing assistants in convalescent centers, hospitals, home, and community settings. Covers the nursing assistant's role and responsibilities on the health care team. Meets Washington State and federal requirements for nursing assistant education. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $35.00 Nursing Program Course Fee; $18.00 WSP Background Check; $20.00 Student MalPractice Insurance Fee
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MED103
3cr
Medical Terminology I
Explores medical terminology by combining word roots, suffixes, and prefixes. Emphasizes definitions, pronunciation, spelling, and usage in a variety of health care professions. Prerequisite: None.
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KINS150
5cr
Intro to Adaptive Physical Activity: Diversity
Explores the purpose, design, development and use of adaptive physical activities that benefit people with disabilities. Includes a culminating hands-on project to develop an adapted physical recreation device in partnership with local physical and/or occupational therapists. Prerequisite: None.
Fees: $35.00 Natural Applied Science Lab Fee
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CMST240
5cr
Intercultural Communication: Diversity
Introduces intercultural communication theories and concepts with applications. Explores the communication processes when people enter new cultural context or interact with people who have different cultural identities.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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ENGL201
5cr
Women in Literature: Diversity
Explores the literary productions of women from diverse race and ethnic groups. Uses the fundamentals of literary analysis to envision and interpret diverse cultural, social, and historical contexts that shape gendered identities and experience in American or global contexts. Prerequisite: 'C-' or better in ENGL& 101 or concurrent enrollment.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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ENGL250
5cr
American Ethnic Literature: Diversity (RETIRED)
Explores the literary production of various race and ethnic groups in the United States. Employs the fundamentals of literary analysis to envision and interpret the diverse cultural, social, and historical contexts that shape American identities and experience.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee
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HUM121
5cr
Multicultural America: Diversity
Explores the history, cultures, and contributions of race and ethnic groups in the United States and the complex notion of an 'American' identity. Analyzes the impacts of power, privilege, and socialization on our understanding of race and ethnicity.
Fees: $12.00 Humanities/Communications Course Fee