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CPSC 325 - Computr Maint & Trble Shoot II 3 credits
Continuation of Computer technician I, topics include OS support, maintenance, and troubleshooting, computer hardware, and basic security concepts. Students receive lab-based experience with Microsoft Windows operating systems, including GUI and command line tools, registry editing, system backup and recovery, basic networking, and troubleshooting. Offered Spring semesters of odd-number years. Prerequisite(s): C or better in CPSC 110 .
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CPSC 330 - Databases II 3 credits
Continuation of CPSC 230: Databases I. Topics include the extended Entity Relationship Model, normalization, advanced SQL, database design, queries, database tuning, database connectivity and embedding database use in programs. May also cover transaction management and data warehousing. Course is taught using a modern relational database management system. Offered Spring semesters of even-numbered years. Prerequisite(s): C or better in and C or better in CPSC 230 .
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CPSC 331 - Theory of Progamming Languages 3 credits
Covers language definition, data types, control structures, binding times, compilation, interpretation, dynamic procedure actuation, introduction to lexical analysis, and parsing. Offered Spring semesters of odd numbered years. Prerequisite(s): C or better in .
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CPSC 340 - Data Structures and Data Management 3 credits
Data Structures and their applications in storage and file management and in data base systems. Offered Fall semesters of even numbered years. Prerequisite(s): C or better in .
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CPSC 344 - Database Management 3 credits
File organization and management. Relevant data structures, access methods, storage devices. Widely used algorithms. Survey of database structures and techniques. Database management systems. Offered Spring semesters of even numbered years. Prerequisite(s): C or better in CPSC 330 or permission.
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CPSC 350W - Systems Analysis and Design 3 credits
Analysis and design of computer systems typically found in a business environment; related programming projects. Offered Fall semesters of odd numbered years. Prerequisite(s): C or better in CPSC 131 or CPSC 105 .
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CPSC 390 - Advanced Topics 0 credits
Independent study of specialized subject matter in computer science. Topics vary, depending upon current interest and needs. May be repeated for credit with a new topic. Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.
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CPSC 400 - Design and Analysis of Algorithms 3 credits
Analysis of data structures and algorithms; computational complexity and design of efficient data handling procedures. Offered Spring semesters of even numbered years. Prerequisite(s): C or better in CPSC 340 - Data Structures and Data Management and a C or better in MATH 135 or MATH 140 .
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CPSC 410 - Cryptography & Network Security 3 credits
Students will learn and apply the fundamental principles of cryptography and its application to network security. Topics will include classical and modern cryptography, cryptographysis, secret key cryptosystems, public key cryptosystems, digital signature and authentication, hash functions and message digest, key distribution and key management, network security protocols. Students will focus on the practical aspects and applicaton of cryptosystems and security protocols in network systems such as the Internet. Prerequisite(s): C or better in and a C or better in .
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CPSC 421 - Theory of Computing 3 credits
Covers finite state machines, regular expressions, formal grammars, recursive functions, halting problem, recursive functions featuring machines, theory of automata. Offered TBA.. Prerequisite(s): C or better in and a C or better in MATH 212 .
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CPSC 480 - Selected Topics in Computer Science 3 credits (maximum 9 credits)
Classroom instruction in an advanced area of computer science. May not be taken as independent study. Recommended for Computer Science electives for majors. May be taken more than once for credit when topics vary. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
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CPSC 490 - Internship 1-12 credits
May be repeated for credit; cumulative maximum 12 credits. By interview only. Experience in programming and systems analysis in a working environment under supervision of industrial or governmental professionals and faculty. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; permission of the Program Chair.
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CPSC 495 - Special Project 3 credits
An advanced course designed to permit qualified students to pursue an approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member, and to produce a specific outcome. Only three semester credit hours of either CPSC 495 or CPSC 497 may be used to satisfy the upper division requirements. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; permission of the Program Chair.
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CPSC 497 - Senior Thesis 3 credits
An advanced course allowing a student to complete an independent research project or scholarly investigation which demonstrates mastery of methodology appropriate to the student’s field of study. Only three semester credit hours of either CPSC 495 or CPSC 497 may be used to satisfy the upper division requirements. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing; permission of the Program Chair.
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Counseling Psychology |
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CPSY 500 - Orientation Couns Psych 0 credits
This course is a required orientation for counseling candidates. It includes an overview of the program, learning competencies, requirements for the degree and for ESA certification, discussion of school counseling and community mental health counseling options, the Heritage University conceptual framework, APA style report writing, research skills, VCampus, and the skills necessary to succeed in graduate school.
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CPSY 501 - Issues Counseling Legal & Ethic 2 credits
Awareness of social, political and professional issues currently impacting professional practice and implications for the future. Emphasis on knowledge of ethical principles, standards of professional practice and state mental health standards.
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CPSY 530 - Princpl Guidance/Couns 2 credits
An introduction to guidance and counseling in the helping professions. Historical foundations, delivery models, and therapeutic principles will be examined as well as the ethical considerations one makes as a helping professional. There will be significant emphasis on school counseling programs.
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CPSY 531 - Practicum Guidance and Counseling 1 credit
Implement knowledge obtained in CPSY 530 in applied setting.
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CPSY 538 - Group Counselng 2 credits
Survey of the theories and techniques in group counseling. Integration of one’s personal philosophy of counseling, with all aspects of group work. Analysis of major issues as wells as personal experience in group counseling activities. Prerequisite(s): CPSY 544 , CPSY 545 , CPSY 546 , and CPSY 547 .
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CPSY 539 - Practicum Group Counseling 1 credit
Implement knowledge and skills obtained in CPSY 538 in applied setting. Co-requisite(s): CPSY 538 .
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CPSY 542 - Developmental Counseling 2 credits
Compare and contrast major developmental theories as they apply to counseling individuals at different life stages. Prerequisite(s): CPSY 501 , CPSY 530 , CPSY 546 , CPSY 544 .
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CPSY 543 - Practicum Developmental Couns 1 credit
Implement knowledge and skills obtained in CPSY 542 in applied setting.
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CPSY 544 - Couns Theories & Technqs 3 credits
Survey of major theoretical views of counseling and psychotherapy including the following: Client Centered, Behavioral, Cognitive, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Reality Therapy, emphasizing current approaches as well as examination in detail of techniques and procedures of those approaches. Critical psychological issues will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): CPSY 501 and CPSY 530 . Co-requisite(s): CPSY 545 and CPSY 546
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CPSY 545 - Practicum Theories & Techniques 1 credit
Implement knowledge and skills obtained in Counseling Theory and Techniques I. Co-requisite(s): CPSY 544 .
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CPSY 546 - Counseling Theories and Techniques II 2 credits
Survey of major theoretical views of counseling and psychotherapy including the following: Existential, Gestalt, and psychoanalysis, emphasizing current approaches as well as examination in detail of techniques and procedures of those approaches. Critical psychological issues will be discussed. Co-requisite(s): CPSY 544 and CPSY 545
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CPSY 547 - Practicum Theories & Techniques 1 credit
Implement knowledge and skills obtained in Counseling Theory and Techniques II. Co-requisite(s): CPSY 546 .
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CPSY 557 - Counseling Diverse Populations 2 credits
Increase awareness of cultural and ethnic diversity from historical perspectives as well as current viewpoints significant to counseling. Societal issues including race, culture, poverty, age, gender, and language are examined from a multicultural perspective with the aim of building a culture-centered approach to counseling. Students will concentrate on becoming culturally competent to serve clients/groups with diverse orientations. Prerequisite(s): CPSY 501 and CPSY 530 .
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CPSY 558 - Practicm Counseling Diverse Populations 1 credit
Implement knowledge obtained in CPSY 557 in applied setting.
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CPSY 576 - Mental Health & Community Service 2 credits
Helping services and methods of intervention with persons experiencing emotional and social problems related to health and medical needs; factors affecting bio-psychosocial life situations, deviancy, labeling, norms, social structure, the dynamics of change, stability, maintenance, and practical application of these concepts. Appropriate use of the DSM IV TR is addressed. Prerequisite(s): CPSY 501 , CPSY 530 and CPSY 546 .
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CPSY 577 - Practicum in Mental Health Community Services 1 credit
Implement knowledge and skills obtained in CPSY 576 in applied setting.
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CPSY 578 - Career Counseling 2 credits
An introduction to the foundations and resources of career counseling in schools and agencies, for adults in transition and for special populations. The student will be introduced to all aspects of the world of work, and will be equipped to more adequately facilitate the transition from school/training to careers. Students will also be exposed to the broad range of career technology.
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CPSY 579 - Child Abuse Counseling 2 credits
Primary focus on the issues of child safety and sexual abuse, the definitions of abuse and Washington State laws, an understanding of the prevalence of child abuse current theories regarding etiology and the effect of abuse, offender profiles, mandated reporter laws, role of CPS, access to community resources, treatment modalities for victims, offenders, and families are included. Prerequisite(s): CPSY 501 , CPSY 530 , CPSY 544 and CPSY 546 .
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CPSY 580 - Seminar School Counseling 1 credit (maximum 2 credits)
Integration of knowledge and experience in preparation for Initial School Counselor certification. Knowledgeable use of referral resources, role of consultation and current issues in the field. Students typically take one credit Fall semester and one credit Spring semester for a total of two required credits. To be taken concurrently with CPSY 585 . Attendance at seminars is required. Prerequisite(s): The first three semesters of the M.Ed. Counseling program must have been completed.
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CPSY 581 - School Counseling 2 credits
Elective course designed for the student seeking ESA Residency Certification as they prepare for the field of School Counseling. The course is designed to meet the Washington State OSPI Standards for certification, including the Washington State Learning Goals, developing classroom presentation skills, as well as meeting American School Counselor Association (ASCA) model criteria for supporting equitable learning for all students.
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CPSY 585 - Internship School Couns 4 credits (maximum 8 credits)
The internship is a mentored integrated, sequential field experience planned by the student, university supervisor, and certified school counselor supervisor. The two semester (students register for four credits fall and four credits spring semester) internship provides opportunity to apply counseling theory and techniques in a school setting. The internship requires a minimum of 400 hours; a detailed activity log, reflection papers, impact on student learning project, and attendance at concurrent seminars (CPSY 580 ). A professional portfolio will be developed and presented at the PEAB exit interview. This course meets the internship requirements outlined by the Washington State Board of Education for candidates who seek the Initial ESA Counselor certification. The interships spans two semesters a full academic school year. In Progress (IP) grades may be given if the grading period ends prior to the closure of the academic school year. Graded P/NP.
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CPSY 594 - Professional Seminar 1 credit
A capstone course, taken in the last semester of the program which provides synthesis and integration of the skills, knowledge, and theoretical base of counseling. Required of M.Ed. Counseling candidates. A written comprehensive examination, based on the core requirements of the program, is included in this course. Graded P or NP.
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CPSY 595 - Special Project 3 credits
A course designed to permit qualified students to pursue a researched-based approved topic through independent study under the direction of a faculty member and to produce a specific outcome. Prerequisite(s): PSY 555 , permission of the department chair.
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CPSY 598 - Thesis 4 credits
The student identifies a topic in an area of interest approved by the advisor. A committee appointed by the Chair approves the proposal and outline. An advisor follows the progress of the thesis, which the student is required to defend and submit in duplicate copy.
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CPSY 599 - Peer Review for School Counslors 1 credit
This course is designed to meet the Washington State requirements for continuing education for certified school counselors (ESA) (WAC 180-78A-005). The goal of the course are to exchange knowledge about specific school counseling techniques and revelent resources, current developments in the field of school counseling, including the ASCA National Model. In addition, this course provides support, feedback, and assistance to school counselors from across the state. Prerequisite(s): Master’s degree. Permission of program chair.
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Criminal Justice |
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CRMJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 credits
Overview of crime and the criminal justice system with emphasis on the interrelationship between the police, the courts and corrections.
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CRMJ 200 - Criminal Justice Organization & Admin 3 credits
Analysis of organizational dynamics in criminal justice agencies. Topics include administrative issues, personnel management, decision-making processes, group interaction and conflict, organizational culture and subcultures.
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CRMJ 300 - Criminology 3 credits
Study of the nature, causes and consequences of crime with emphasis on its sociological and psychological aspects as applied to criminal justice policy and practice. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or SOC 101 or PSY 101 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 301 - Criminal Law 3 credits
Study of legal concepts, applications, processes and procedures in criminal law from arrest through post-conviction. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 310 - Mediation and Conflict Resolution 3 credits
Study of the process of conflict resolution through mediation. Offer TBA. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 200 , or SOC 201 or junior standing or permission of the program chair.
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CRMJ 315 - Survey of Law Enforcement 3 credits
Study of “policing” - civil and criminal law enforcement at national, state and local levels. Topics include history of policing, the role of investigation, identification and apprehension, constraints under the “rule of law,” culture and careers of law enforcement officers, police community relations, accountability, technology and change in the law enforcement sector. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 320 - Juvenile Justice 3 credits
Study of the juvenile Justice system including an analysis of the history, structure, processes, problems and youth crime and violence issues. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or SOC 201 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 325 - Survey of Corrections 3 credits
Study of agencies and organizations involved with offender populations, and role of correctional programs in accountability, punishment, deterrence and rehabilitation. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 -, or junior standing, or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 330 - Criminal Gang Organizations 3 credits
Study of the formation, membership, and activities of street gangs. Social factors, public policies, and community-based solutions and strategies will be explored to prevent and respond to criminal gang activity. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or SOC 201 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 335 - Family Violence and Crime 3 credits
Study of various forms of family violence with emphasis on domestic violence, spousal and child abuse. Explores the different types of family violence, causes, social psychology of abusers, multicultural factors, criminal implications, intervention processes and policies to address problem situations. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or SOC 201 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 345 - Criminal Investigation 3 credits
Study of the investigative theory, process and techniques with an emphasis on the investigation of common types of crime, sources of information, interviewing of witnesses and suspects, crime scene processing including the collection and the proper handling of evidence. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 350 - Correctional Counseling 3 credits
Study of theories and techniques on interviewing and counseling of clients in the correctional system. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 325 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 355 - Comparative Criminal Justice System 3 credits
Comparative study of the U.S. criminal justice system and those of selected foreign countries. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 360 - Police Community Relations 3 credits
Study of the issues regarding police interaction with the community, with an emphasis on promoting effective communication and positive collaborative relationships through problem solving and conflict management. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 315 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 365 - Police Personnel Administration 3 credits
Study of organizational structure and administration of police departments, personnel responsibilities, duties, management issues, and trends. Offer TBA. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 315 or junior standing or permission of program chair.
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CRMJ 370 - Survey Criminal Justice System 3 credits
Study of the organizations, functions and general processes that make up the Criminal Justice System.
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CRMJ 375 - Introduction to Homeland Defense 3 credits
This class is designed to help students understand the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). It provides a comprehensive overview of the department’s history, mission, organization, and programs designed to reduce America’s vulnerability to attack and quickly recover from disaster. Offered as an online course.
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CRMJ 380 - Terrorism 3 credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of international and domestic terrorism arising from either religious or secular roots. It will examine the historical and philosophical underpinnings of terrorism in general and identified terrorist organizations in particular. A special emphasis will be on the impact of weapons of mass destruction - e.g., nuclear/radiological, and chemical means - on the changing face of terrorism throughout the world. Offered as an online course.
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CRMJ 385 - Legal Issues Counter-Terrorism 3 credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of legal issues attendant to international terrorism. In particular, students will examine the “War on terror’ and the tension between approaches based on criminal law enforcement versus those based on the military or war. A special emphasis will be placed on the interrelationship between United States law and international law and agreements. The course will address current efforts in counter-terrorism, with special emphasis on recent federal prosecutions for terrorists acts or aiding terrorist organizations. As a criminal justice course, this study will include historical and political information and current relevant information on counter-terrorism objectives and methods. Offered as an online course.
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CRMJ 386 - Expl Weakns Terrorist Organ 3 credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of international and domestic terrorism arising from either religious or secular roots. It will examine the historical and philosophical underpinnings of terrorism in general and identified terrorist organizations in particular. The course will examine exploitable weaknesses of terrorists, terrorist typology, human factors as applied to terrorists, modus operand of terrorist, conspiratorial association theorems, weakness of terrorist groups, and proactive measures in support of terrorist investigations. The course will address current efforts in counter-terrorism, with special emphasis on the federal and state responses. As a criminal justice course, this study will consist of a hybrid of historical and political information and current, relevant information on counter-terrorism objectives and methods. Offered as an online course.
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CRMJ 390 - Advanced Topic 3 credits (maximum 9 credits)
Advanced Topic.
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CRMJ 401 - Ethics in Criminal Justice 3 credits
Exploration of ethical issues encountered by criminal justice practitioners in the police, courts and correctional systems. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 200 or junior standing or permission chair.
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CRMJ 405 - Technology in Criminal Justice 3 credits
Study of computer based information systems as applied to criminal justice. Programs for crime analysis, intelligence, including geographic information systems are covered in this course. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or junior standing or permission of Chair.
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CRMJ 410A - Narcotics and Illegal Drugs 3 credits
Study of basic pharmacological recognition aspects needed for law enforcement, parole, probation and correctional staff. Issues on drug abuse are explored along with insights on the process pursuing and prosecuting drug cases. Undercover work, “sting” operation, “buy/bust”, search warrants, and more importantly informant recruitment and management is particularly stressed. Legal issues related to undercover operations and the management of a successful drug unit are explored. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 410B - Mass Murders & Serial Killers 3 credits
Study of notorious cases about mass murder and serial homicide for the purpose of understanding criminal offenders, particularly in identifying “red flags” and sociopathic behavior exhibited in youth and adult offenders. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 410C - Organized Crime 3 credits
Study of the history of organized criminal enterprises in the United States in a global context. The course takes an in-depth view of how organized crime grew from the late 19th century to the 20th Century with special emphasis on the Sicilian Mafia, the French Union Course, and the Black Hand in the United States. Topics also include the impact of public sector corruption, as well as law enforcement tools and technology used in investigating major criminal enterprises. Prerequisite(s): CRMJ 101 or junior standing or permission of chair.
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CRMJ 415 - Local Response to Terrorism 3 credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the need to plan for the possibility of a terrorist event on the local level. A terrorist event could take place that restricts or retards the state and federal governments’ responses to a local community. The course will give the student the tools needed to prepare a local agency for immediate response to an event in his or her community. The course will give an introduction to the National Incident Management System and will provide the student with the information necessary to ensure local government compliance with federal law. Offer as online course.
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CRMJ 490 - Internship 3 credits
Through individually appropriate field experiences, students are given opportunities to apply knowledge gained from coursework, and to integrate theory and practice in professional situations. Prerequisite(s): Permission of chair.
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CRMJ 499 - Senior Capstone 3 credits
Synthesis of knowledge and experiences gained through the program and demonstrate skills in research, critical thinking, decision-making and integrated strategy and policy development. Taken in the student’s final semester.
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Dance |
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DAN 110 - Applied Dance 1 credit
Participation in the study, rehearsal, and performance of traditional dances from a variety of cultures. Graded as Pass/No Pass. May not be used to meet GUCR’s. Offered TBA.
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DAN 205 - Intro to Dance 2 credits
Movement principles and skills studied and experienced. Dance techniques as a warm-up to increase muscle strength and flexibility and development of individual creative expression. May not be used to meet GUCRs. Offered TBA.
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DAN 210 - Applied Dance 1 credit
Participation in the study, rehearsal, and performance of traditional dances from a variety of cultures. Graded as Pass/No Pass. May not be used to meet GUCR’s. Offered Fall and Spring semester.
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DAN 280 - American Cultural Dance 2 credits
The elements and history of dance as related to the various cultures of North and South America including design, dynamics, rhythm, motivation, gesture, and vocabulary. May not be used to meet GUCRs. Offered TBA.
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DAN 310 - Applied Dance 1 credit
Participation in the study, rehearsal, and performance of traditional dances from a variety of cultures. Graded as Pass/No Pass. May not be used to meet GUCR’s. Offered TBA.
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DAN 410 - Applied Dance 1 credit
Participation in the study, rehearsal, and performance of traditional dances from a variety of cultures. Graded as Pass/No Pass. May not be used to meet GUCR’s. Offered TBA.
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DRMA 205 - Asethetics of Nursing Practice 3 credits
This course is grounded in assumptions from Nightingale’s theory of nursing arts and Carper’s aesthetics as a fundamental pattern of knowing in nursing. An experiential course, based in the principles of performing arts, the focus is on the act of care; integrates relational aesthetics and explores and applies dramatic arts foundational to allopathic and holistic nursing care competencies. Cross-listed as
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DRMA 206A - Play Production 3 credits
Students will learn the techniques and skills needed for mounting a play, including analysis of a script for production, directing, costuming and makeup, stagecraft, acting, and theater business practices. The final project will involve the actual production of a theatrical performance. Will emphasize drama for children. Offered TBA. Cross-listed as ENG 206A .
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DRMA 206B - Play Production 3 credits
Students will learn the techniques and skills needed for mounting a play, including analysis of a script for production, directing, costuming and makeup, stagecraft,a cting, and theater business practices. The final project will involve the actual production of a theatrical performance. Will emphasize drama for adults and young adults. Offer TBA. Cross-listed as ENG 206B .
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DRMA 306 - Advanced Play Production 3 credits
Additional study of play production, including directing, costuming and makeup, stagecraft, acting, and theater business practices. The final project will involve the actual production of a theatrical performance. Offered TBA. Prerequisite(s): ENG 206A or ENG 206B or equivalent. Cross-listed as ENG 306 .
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DRMA 311 - Applied Drama 1 credit
Participation in the rehearsal and performance of a university drama production. Graded as Pass/No Pass. May not be used to meet GUCR’s. Offered TBA. Cross-listed as ENG 311 .
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ECE 101A - Infant & Toddler CDA 2
This course is designed to meet the required 120 hours of formal childcare training and the designated number of professional development hours. During this course, candidates will cover all 6 CDA Competency Standards and 13 CDA Functional Areas. Candidates pursuing or renewing their Infant/Toddler Center-Based Child Development Associates credential must be in a center setting and primarily care for infants and toddlers including experience with each of the three infant/toddler sub-groups: young infants (birth–8 months), mobile infants (9–17 months), and toddlers (18–36 months). In order to take this course for continuing education (CE) hours, candidates must hold a high school diploma (or equivalent), or be in a high school vocational program in early education. Face to face sessions will introduce the required CDA competencies, along with support in the follow steps for Infant and Toddler credentialing;
- Completion of 120 clock hours of formal childcare training
- Submitting CDA 2.0 application (or renewal application)
- Developing a Professional Portfolio (within 6 months of application) that includes: Family Questionnaires, Resource Collection items, Reflective Statements of Competence, and a Personal Philosophy Statement
- Finding a Professional Development Specialist
- Scheduling a Verification Visit
- CDA 2.0 Exam at a Pearson Vue testing center
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ECE 101B - Preschool-Centered Based CDA Preschool-Center Based CDA
This course is designed to meet the required 120 hours of formal childcare training and the designated number of professional development hours. During this course, candidates will cover all 6 CDA Competency Standards and 13 CDA Functional Areas. Candidates pursuing or renewing their Preschool Center-Based Child Development Associates credential must be in a center setting and primarily care for preschool (3-5 years). In order to take this course for continuing education (CE) hours, candidates must hold a high school diploma (or equivalent), or be in a high school vocational program in early education. Face to face sessions will introduce the required CDA competencies, along with support in the follow steps for preschool credentialing;
- Completion of 120 clock hours of formal childcare training
- Submitting CDA 2.0 application (or renewal application)
- Developing a Professional Portfolio (within 6 months of application) that includes: Family Questionnaires, Resource Collection items, Reflective Statements of Competence, and a Personal Philosophy Statement
- Finding a Professional Development Specialist
- Scheduling a Verification Visit
- CDA 2.0 Exam at a Pearson Vue testing center
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ECE 320 - Dev Famly Prtnrshp in ECE 2 credits
This course addresses different strategies of communicating and developing a partnership with families. Included in this course are the following: interviewing, conferencing, and collaborative planning with familie in the home and classroom. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. Cross-listed as
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ECE 321 - Integ Cultrl Compt ECE Clsrm 2 credits
This course studies the impact and power of diverse cultural experiences on the ECE classroom. It identifies how children and families differ in their perspectives and approaches to learning. Teacher candidates learn how to create positive and equitable learning environments and experiences that are culturally and linguistically responsive. Prerequisite(s): ECE 320 or permission from Teach Preparation Chair. Cross-listed as
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ECE 322W - Emtn, Social Devlp/Learn Thry 3 credits
This course studies the theoretical positions and issues/research as it relates to the young child (birth to %). It introduces the multiple functions of play and how to engage young children in other enriching activities. It includes review of current research, observation of children, exploration of various social skills curriculums, and practical application in an early childhood setting. Field experience required. Cross-listed as
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ECE 323 - Crtng Efftve Early Learn Envirnmt 3 credits
This course studies how environments and other factors influence the development of the human brain. It uses case studies that apply to child development and learning theory. Candidates identify, analyze, and evaluate the effective elements of quality early learning environments. Field experiences required.
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ECE 324 - Obsrv/Assesmnt ECE Educatrs 2 credits
This course introduces the candidate to observation and assessment methods used with children ages (birth-5). This course examines the principles of quantitative and qualitative methodologies for the collection and analysis of data. Field experience required. Prerequisite(s): ED 347B . Cross-listed as
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ECE 325 - Math /Science Instr ECE Envmt 3 credits
This course studies the developmental stages of mathematics and science in the early childhood classroom. Candidates develop instructional units in math and Science based on Washington State Early Learning Benchmarks. Instructional units will include developmentally appropriate outcomes and assessments, instructional methods, and materials. Taken concurrently with ED 317 or ED 316 . Co-requisite(s): ED 317 or ED 316 .
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ECE 405 - Arts, Health, Fitnes ECE 1 credit
The student will learn methods, appropriate materials to use, and instructional strategies in the arts, health, and fitness for the young child (infancy through preschool). The emphasis is placed on implementing developmentally appropriate practices in childhood settings. Development of projects in the arts, health, and fitness based on Washington State Early Learning Benchmarks. Taken concurrently with ED 328 . Co-requisite(s): ED 328 .
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ECE 406W - Dev Oral Lang & Lit -Birth-5 3 credits
In accordance with recommendations from the national reading panel and linguistic theory from birth through age 5 brain developments, participants will learn and implement the continuum of language and literacy. Washington State’s Early Learning Benchmarks will be an integral part of this course. Students will address the ways that language and literacy impact and interact with learning and development. Cross-listed as
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ECE 407 - Practicum in ECE 3 credits
This course is a practical application of knowledge, skills, and disposition learned in the early childhood education course work. Forty hours of filed experiences with five hours of seminars are required. This course is taken the semester prior to student teaching.
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ECE 422 - Issues and Trends of Native Education 3
The class provides an overview of educational histories of Native populations, a comprehensive understanding of American educational history, context for contemporary educational policy discussions involving Native populations, and implications for teaching. The class provides an introduction to practice considerations that are general principles based upon lessons from research and practice designed to provide additional guidance to service providers about specific issues relating to children and families, especially as they relate to disadvantaged Native communities.
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ECE 423 - Methods in Working with Native Families 3
This methods course focuses on services to support Native families and communities. Primary focus will be working with (rather than working “on”) Native communities; ensuring ECE service is culturally competent; cultivating networks and relationships that reflect traditional values, practices, and traditions of contemporary Native families and communities. This course is an in-depth study of theories and basic principles of effective teaching for Native populations within contemporary education settings. Field experience will be required.
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ECE 424W - Culturally Responsive ECE Instruction 3
The course addresses cultural and linguistic aspects of representation of Native populations. Review of dynamics of family structure, parental and community agency involvement, and impact of cultural and linguistic diversity and how it relates to ECE services. Candidates will learn how cultural knowledge shapes (1) the structure of the service; (2) the specific practices and strategies; and (3) the selection, training, and actions of ECE providers.
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ECS 300W - Literacy Development 3 credits
The foci of this course are the reading and writing skills of the candidate. It will operate as a learning laboratory generating new meanings and understandings about how we, as experienced readers and writers, make meaning as we read and write within academic disciplines and subject areas. Candidates will examine their own reading and writing strategies and habits, set achievement goals, and work at reaching the goals. The themes of the course are; reading inquiry, theory, practice, and the writing process situated within a professional-development context.
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ECS 302W - Issues in Early Learning 2
This introductory course includes a multi-disciplinary perspective of serving young children and their families. Concepts will include national standards, state and federal mandates, and trends and practices in early childhood education. Candidates will learn to set professional goals and reflect appropriate management strategies, and include appropriate assessment. Attention to appropriate use of technology in the learning environment will be included. Cross-listed as
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ECS 305 - Developing Appropriate Practices in Early Learning 4 credits
An introductory class to learn how to build learning communities. The class will discuss the interrelatedness of curriculm, instructional methods, assessment/evaluation, and classroom management. Students will prepare instructional plans to meet diverse student needs, reflect appropriate management strategies, and include appropriate assessment. Attention to appropriate use of technology in the learning environment will be included. Co-requisite(s): ECS 306 .
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ECS 306 - Applications for Developmentally Appropirate Practices in Early Learning 1 credit
The purpose of this experience is to link the theory of ECS 305 to practice. This course defines the self-directed performance tasks demonstrating competency. Taken concurrently with ECS 305 . Co-requisite(s): ECS 305 .
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ECS 308 - Diversity and Cultural Competence in Young Children and Families 3 credits
Content of the course helps candidates understand the psychological basis of parenting across a range of families and contexts. Candidates learn about, understand, and value the importance and complex characteristics of children’s families and communities. The candidates use this understanding of stages of parenting to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support, empower, and involve families in their children’s development and learning. Candidates continue to develop a self-reflective ability that helps candidates think about their responses to families and use that as the candidate works with families. Co-requisite(s): Cross-listed as
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ECS 309 - Applied Experiences for Diversity and Cultural Competence in Young Children and Families 1 credit
The purpose of this experience is to link the theory of ECS 308 course to practice. This course defines the self-directed performance tasks demonstrating competency. (Taken concurrently with ECS 308 ). Co-requisite(s): ECS 308 .
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