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Catalog 2014-2015 
    
Catalog 2014-2015 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Welding

  
  • WELD 101 - Burning and Welding I


    4 Credit(s).

    Introduces oxy-fuel braze welding, oxy-fuel flame cutting, and shielded-metal arc welding. Covers the history of welding, safety, and terminology. Develops correct welding procedures for various applications; uses lab work to enhance welding skills.

    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  and MATH 081 ;
    Corequisite(s): ENGL 051 
  
  • WELD 102 - Burning and Welding II


    4 Credit(s).

    Continues study of welding and burning concepts of oxy fuel welding, oxy fuel brazing, oxy fuel flame cutting, and shielded metal arc welding. Emphasizes theory and welding projects and increases understanding of the total welding discipline. Develops additional skills in resistance welding and pipe welding.

    Prerequisite(s): WELD 101 

Women’s Studies

  
  • WMST 101 - Introduction to Women’s Studies


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides an interdisciplinary introduction to the status, achievements, and experiences of women in society; analyzes past and current theories of gender, power, and equity; critically examines women’s experiences in societal institutions such as the arts, education, the labor force, law and politics, marriage and family life, and religion; takes a multi-cultural approach; presents contributions of minority American women and women around the world. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  (conc) or written permission from instructor required
  
  • WMST 121 - Introduction to Black Women’s Studies


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides an interdisciplinary introduction to the status, achievements, and experiences of Black women in society; analyzes past and current theories of gender, race, ethnicity, class, power, and equity; critically examines Black women’s experiences in social institutions such as the arts, education, the labor force, law, economics, politics, marriage and family life, religion, media and creative production; takes a global approach; examines the complex experience of being a Black woman and addresses such topics as identity, feminism, Black feminism, womanism, cross-ethnic sisterhood, social mobility, and activism from a socio-historical perspective. This course is an examination and comparative analysis of Black women in the African Diaspora with particular emphasis on their struggles for rights as Blacks and as women, and their contribution to the development of their respective societies. Same as WMST 121. Earn credit for one only. 3

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  • WMST 123 - Self Defense for Women


    2 Credit(s).

    Offers a practical guide to personal defense, covering defense techniques, practical information and specific topics related to violence and women. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Same As: PEIA 123 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
  
  • WMST 210 - Feminist Theory


    3 Credit(s).

  
  • WMST 211 - Women in the Criminal Justice System


    3 Credit(s).

    Examines the role of women in the criminal justice system as offenders, victims, and professionals. Each area has been impacted by stereotypes that portray women as passive and dependent. Students will look at the historical development and current roles of women in law enforcement, judicial proceedings, and corrections. Emphasis is placed on current policies that attempt to increase equity in legal, professional, and program practices. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or    and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  ; or  
  
  • WMST 220 - The American Woman


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides an in-depth study of the lives and experiences of the American woman from the 17th century to the present. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Same As: HIST 220 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): HIST 111  or HIST 112  or WMST 101  or written permission from instructor required
  
  • WMST 224 - Literature by Women


    3 Credit(s).

    Introduces a wide array of written texts produced by women around the world; examines how women writers in different historical, cultural, and geographical contexts have used language and literature to communicate and question their experiences. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Same As: ENGL 224 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101  grade of “C” or better or written permission from instructor required
  
  • WMST 227 - Native American Women


    3 Credit(s).

    Provides in depth analysis of the ways in which gender and societal notions of femininity have shaped the experiences of Native American women in North America, both historically and contemporarily. It examines the divergent roles that Native American women have played, and continue to play, in shaping social, economic, political, cultural life within various tribes and nations.

    Same As: NAST 227 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): WMST 101  or NAST 101  or permission of the instructor.
  
  • WMST 240 - Women’s Health Issues


    3 Credit(s).

    Explores health issues which are unique to and prevalent among women. Physical, emotional, and social factors affecting health are considered throughout the lifespan. The political and economic status of women in the health care system are examined. Students will create their own health care strategies. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Same As: HLTH 240 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  and ENGL 052  or ESOL 052 ; or  
  
  • WMST 243 - Women and Leisure


    3 Credit(s).

    Offers a social psychological analysis of women and their leisure from a feminist perspective; provides a philosophical framework; covers the historical perspective, theoretical assumptions of feminism, realms of women’s leisure, lifespan perspectives, research, constraints placed on women and their leisure, and the future of leisure participation for women.

     

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  • WMST 250 - Women in the Economy


    3 Credit(s).

    Examines the changing roles of women and men in the division of labor, paid or unpaid, in the US and other economies; studies the forces determining such changes, the impact of these changes on economic life, and women’s position in society. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Same As: ECON 250 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): RDNG 052  or ESOL 054  or ENGL 052  or   ; or   and MATH 081  or consent of instructor
  
  • WMST 251 - Psychology of Women


    3 Credit(s).

    Examines the unique psychological and social issues confronting women today; critiques past and present theories regarding women’s social development, sexuality, intellectual capacities, and psychology; analyzes social and cultural stresses particularly affecting women; presents skills and strategies for promoting constructive change. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Same As: PSYC 251 . Credit can be earned for one course only.
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 101 

World Languages - Arabic

  
  • WLAR 101 - Introductory Arabic I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Arabic at a novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Arabic and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Arabic-speaking world. Communicative competence at a novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or  ; or  
  
  • WLAR 102 - Introductory Arabic II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Arabic at a mid-novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Arabic and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Arabic-speaking world. Communicative competence at a mid-novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLAR 101  or by permission of instructor.
  
  • WLAR 201 - Intermediate Arabic I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Arabic at a intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Arabic and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Arabic-speaking world. Communicative competence at a intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): WLAR 102  or two years of high school Arabic.
  
  • WLAR 202 - Intermediate Arabic II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Arabic at a mid-intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Arabic and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Arabic-speaking world. Communicative competence at a mid-intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): WLAR 201  or three years of high school Arabic.

World Languages - Chinese

  
  • WLCH 101 - Introductory Chinese I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Chinese at a novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Chinese and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Chinese-speaking world. Communicative competence at a novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054 ; or  
  
  • WLCH 102 - Introductory Chinese II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Chinese at a mid-novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Chinese and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Chinese-speaking world. Communicative competence at a mid-novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): WLCH 101  or by permission of instructor.
  
  • WLCH 201 - Intermediate Chinese I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Chinese at a intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Chinese and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Chinese-speaking world. Communicative competence at a intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLCH 102  or two years of high school Chinese.
  
  • WLCH 202 - Intermediate Chinese II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Chinese at a mid-intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Chinese and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Chinese-speaking world. Communicative competence at a mid-intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLCH 201  or three years of high school Chinese.

World Languages - French

  
  • WLFR 101 - Introductory French I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in French at a novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of French and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the French-speaking world. Communicative competence at a novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054 ; or  
  
  • WLFR 102 - Introductory French II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in French at a mid-novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of French and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the French-speaking world. Communicative competence at a mid-novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLFR 101  or by permission of instructor.
  
  • WLFR 201 - Intermediate French I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in French at an intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of French and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the French-speaking world. Communicative competence at an intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): WLFR 102  or two years of high school French.
  
  • WLFR 202 - Intermediate French II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in French at a high-intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of French and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the French-speaking world. Communicative competence at a high-intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): WLFR 201  or three years of high school French.

World Languages - German

  
  • WLGR 101 - Introductory German I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in German at a novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of German and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the German-speaking world. Communicative competence at a novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054 ; or  
  
  • WLGR 102 - Introductory German II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in German at a high-novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of German and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the German-speaking world. Communicative competence at a high-novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLGR 101  or by permission of instructor.
  
  • WLGR 201 - Intermediate German I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in German at an intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of German and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the German-speaking world. Communicative competence at an intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): WLGR 102  or two years of high school German.
  
  • WLGR 202 - Intermediate German II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in German at a high-intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of German and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the German-speaking world. Communicative competence at a high-intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): WLGR 201  or three years of high school German.

World Languages - Italian

  
  • WLIN 101 - Introductory Italian I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Italian at a novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Italian and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Italian-speaking world. Communicative competence at a novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054 ; or  
  
  • WLIN 102 - Introductory Italian II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Italian at a high-novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Italian and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Italian-speaking world. Communicative competence at a high-novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLIN 101  or by permission of instructor.
  
  • WLIN 201 - Intermediate Italian I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Italian at an intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Italian and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Italian-speaking world. Communicative competence at an intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): WLIN 102  or two years of high school Italian.
  
  • WLIN 202 - Intermediate Italian II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Italian at a high-intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Italian and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Italian-speaking world. Communicative competence at a high-intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): WLIN 201  or three years of high school Italian.

World Languages - Japanese

  
  • WLJP 101 - Introductory Japanese I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Japanese at a novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Japanese and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Japanese-speaking world. Communicative competence at a novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054 ; or  
  
  • WLJP 102 - Introductory Japanese II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Japanese at a mid-novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Japanese and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Japanese-speaking world. Communicative competence at a mid-novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLJP 101  or by permission of instructor.
  
  • WLJP 201 - Intermediate Japanese I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Japanese at an intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Japanese and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Japanese-speaking world. Communicative competence at an intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLJP 102  or two years of high school Japanese.
  
  • WLJP 202 - Intermediate Japanese II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Japanese at a mid-intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Japanese and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Japanese-speaking world. Communicative competence at a mid-intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): WLJP 201  or three years of high school Japanese.

World Languages - Russian

  
  • WLRU 101 - Introductory Russian I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Russian at a novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Russian and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Russian-speaking world. Communicative competence at a novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054 ; or  
  
  • WLRU 102 - Introductory Russian II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Russian at a mid-novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Russian and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Russian-speaking world. Communicative competence at a mid-novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered once a year (fall or spring).

    Prerequisite(s): WLRU 101  or by permission of instructor.
  
  • WLRU 201 - Intermediate Russian I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Russian at an intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Russian and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Russian-speaking world. Communicative competence at an intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): WLRU 102  or two years of high school Russian.
  
  • WLRU 202 - Intermediate Russian II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Russian at a mid-intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Russian and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Russian-speaking world. Communicative competence at a mid-intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Courses offered less than once a year.

    Prerequisite(s): WLRU 201  or three years of high school Russian.

World Languages - Spanish

  
  • WLSP 101 - Introductory Spanish I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Spanish at a novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Spanish and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Spanish-speaking world. Communicative competence at a novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 052  or ESOL 052  and RDNG 052  or ESOL 054 ; or  
  
  • WLSP 102 - Introductory Spanish II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Spanish at a high-novice level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Spanish and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Spanish-speaking world. Communicative competence at a high-novice level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLSP 101  or by permission of instructor.
  
  • WLSP 201 - Intermediate Spanish I


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Spanish at an intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Spanish and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Spanish-speaking world. Communicative competence at an intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLSP 102  or two years of high school Spanish.
  
  • WLSP 202 - Intermediate Spanish II


    3 Credit(s).

    Develops cross-cultural communication and global citizenship through the acquisition of reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Spanish at a high-intermediate level. Provides connections to other disciplines and cultures through the study of Spanish and develops an awareness of the cultural contributions and socio-political contexts of diverse groups throughout the Spanish-speaking world. Communicative competence at a high-intermediate level is emphasized, and learning is supported by instructional technology. Course offered fall, spring, and may be offered during additional sessions.

    Prerequisite(s): WLSP 201  or three years of high school Spanish.
 

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