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College Catalog 2023-2024

Course Descriptions

This section includes descriptions for courses offered at RTC. Each course listing includes the course code, course title, credits, and description.

Courses are listed in alphanumeric order under each course type. The filter can be utilized to search for specific courses. 

Visit the RTC Class Schedule to find up-to-date class offerings for each quarter. 
 

Welding
  

  • WELD 136 - Welding Metallurgy

    3 Total Credits
    Students learn the basics of welding metallurgy and inspection: steel properties, identification, specifications, hardenability and weldability and weld inspection.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Analyze the physical and mechanical properties of steel and other metals.
    2. Identify the elements used to change the properties of steel.
    3. Differentiate between welding metallurgy and foundry metallurgy.
    4. Recognize the physical changes that take place in steel during the heating and cooling cycles of welding.
    5. Name the discontinuities that will ultimately lead to weld failure.
  

  • WELD 138 - Certification SMAW

    7 Total Credits
    This course provides practice time for the SMAW process. The goal is to fine-tune welding skills in order to gain welding certifications.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Become certified in the SMAW welding process.
    2. Demonstrate the safety hazards, use of personal protective equipment and take the necessary precautions with all welding processes.
  

  • WELD 140 - Certification GMAW/FCAW

    6 Total Credits
    This course provides practice time for the GMAW and FCAW processes. The goal is to fine-tune welding skills in order to gain welding certifications.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Become certified in the GMAW welding process.
    2. Demonstrate the safety hazards, use of personal protective equipment and take the necessary precautions with all welding processes.
  

  • WELD 142 - Pipe Welding I

    6 Total Credits
    This advanced course is an option within the day time Welding program. The course includes SMAW and/or GTAW to weld various diameters of pipe to WABO standards. WABO testing is optional.

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Weld the root, hot pass, fillers and cover passes on 8” pipe in the 6G welding position per workmanship standard following all current ANSI/ASC Z49.1 safety standards using the GTAW/GMAW.FCAW welding process.
    2. Weld the root, hot pass, fillers and cover passes on 6” pipe in the 6G welding position per workmanship standard following all current ANSI/ASC Z49.1 safety standards use the SMAW process.
  

  • WELD 143 - Pipe Welding II

    6 Total Credits
    This advanced course is an option within the day time Welding program. The course includes SMAW and/or GTAW to weld various diameters of pipe to WABO standards. WABO testing is optional.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of WELD 142  with a 2.0 or higher, and instructor permission.
  

  • WELD 144 - Welding Fabrication I

    6 Total Credits
    In this course, students will complete a fabrication project, beginning by interpreting a set of prints; developing a plan; and working to cut, prepare, fit and weld raw materials together. The fabrication project will resemble a real-world scenario related to the shipbuilding, construction, aeronautical or related industries on a smaller scale.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Perform accurate measurements for specified fabrication projects.
    2. Prepare material surfaces for fitting.
    3. Take proper safety precautions to deal with hazards pertaining to fitting and welding.
    4. Develop a fabrication plan based on prints or specifications.
    5. Obtain a working knowledge of fabrication and blueprints.
  

  • WELD 145 - Welding Fabrication II

    6 Total Credits
    In this course, students will complete a fabrication project, beginning by interpreting a set of prints; developing a plan; and working to cut, prepare, fit and weld raw materials together. The fabrication project will resemble a real-world scenario related to the shipbuilding, construction, aeronautical or related industries on a smaller scale.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of WELD 144 with a 2.0 or higher, and instructor permission.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Perform accurate measurements for specified fabrication projects.
    2. Prepare material surfaces for fitting.
    3. Take proper safety precautions to deal with hazards pertaining to fitting and welding.
    4. Develop a fabrication plan based on prints or specifications.
    5. Obtain a working knowledge of fabrication and blueprints.
  

  • WELD 146 - Robotics Welding I

    6 Total Credits
    In this course, students are grouped (2) per robot and work as a team in performing the hands-on exercises. The course is intensive. Students attending are expected to have some experience in one or more of the following: Welding, Computer or CNC processing. Assignments will require some evening study. Students should have experience in GMAW and welding processes. The basic robot programming class is geared toward creating an understanding of robotics and their place in manufacturing.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of Weld 111 with a 2.0 or higher.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate robot jogging.
    2. Write and edit basic program structure.
    3. Demonstrate how to create, save, and load programs.
    4. Utilize Flex Pendants.
  

  • WELD 147 - Robotics Welding II

    6 Total Credits
    This course covers intermediate tasks and procedures that an operator, technician, engineer or programmer needs to take full advantage of the multiple capabilities of a Robotic Welding System, in the production of welded fabrications.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of WELD 146 with a 2.0 or higher, and instructor permission.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate robot jogging.
    2. Articulate basic program structure and its importance to manufacturing.
    3. Demonstrate how to create, save, and load programs and the use of multiple programs in manufacturing.
    4. Utilize one or more teach Pendants.
    5. Analyze basic weld instructions and troubleshoot welding problems.
    6. Utilize coordinated user frames.
    7. Fabricate Jigs and Fixtures.
    8. Demonstrate assembly and fabrication of parts to be welded.

Welding - Supplemental
  

  • WELDS 180 - Introduction to Welding

    4 Total Credits
    Students receive individualized instruction to learn basic welding processes, oxy-fuel safety and cutting, plasma cutting, base metal preparation, equipment and setup, and weld quality. Students will have the opportunity to weld with one or more processes including gas welding, stick and MIG. This course is designed for hobbyists as well as individuals interested in career exploration or advancements. If you have a welding machine in your garage, this course will teach you to use it! This course may be repeated.
  

  • WELDS 182 - Intermediate Welding

    4 Total Credits
    The student will learn welding vocabulary, welding theory, safe handling practices and set-up of all related welding equipment with individualized instruction. Students will weld using one or more welding processes used in industries such as manufacturing, structural, automotive, and artistic sculpture work. Welding processes include sticf, MIG, Flux Core, TIG and Oxy-fuel welding. An introduction to torch and plasma cutting is included. Preparation for WABO certification is an option. This course may be repeated.
  

  • WELDS 184 - Advanced Welding I

    4 Total Credits
    This course is designed for an experienced welder to continue building their skill set with individualized instruction. This course focuses on all position welding and weld quality and appearance. Students will learn common welding tests and techniques. WABO certification is available in all welding processes. This course may be repeated.
  

  • WELDS 186 - Advanced Welding II

    4 Total Credits
    This course is designed for an experienced welder to improve skills with individualized instruction. Options in this course include pipe welding and certifications as well as stainless steel and aluminum in any process and all positions. WABO certification is available in all welding processes. This course may be repeated.
  

  • WELDS 188 - Welding Fabrication I

    5 Total Credits
    This course provides fabrication instruction to those who are proficient in at least one arc welding process. The instruction includes project planning, trade math, welding blueprints, layouts, joint design, rolling, bending, plasma cutting, grinding, polishing, finishing and other various fabrication methods. Students are required to purchase their own materials for projects. 

    Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission
  

  • WELDS 190 - Welding Fabrication II

    5 Total Credits
    This course provides fabrication instruction to those who are proficient in at least one arc welding process. In this class students design, plan, layout, cut and fabricate their own welding projects. Students
    are required to purchase their own materials for projects. 

    Prerequisite(s): WELDS 188 
  

  • WELDS 192 - Certified Welding Inspector Training

    5 Total Credits
    This course will provide the enrollees with the opportunity to apply the principles involved in welding inspection. The students will know the duties of the welding inspector, as well as the responsibilities. The students will be prepared to take the AWS, QC-1 test for CWI certification.

Warehouse - Forklift
  

  • WHFRS 101 - Forklift Training

    1 Total Credits
    Students demonstrate skill, safety and efficiency in operating a sit-down, counterbalance forklift. Certification is available to students who qualify. However, current safety regulations require that an employer must review an employee’s ability and provide training on any machinery, attachments, or working conditions specific to a particular job site. Ives Certification. This class is limited to 25 students. A student must have experience driving a car or truck.
  

  • WHFRS 201 - Forklift Recertification

    0 Total Credits
    This class is designed for individuals with a valid (non-expired) forklift card who are interested in renewing their certification. Ives Certification. This class is limited to eight (8) students. A student must have experience driving a car or truck.

Workforce, Trades and Economic Development
  

  • WTD 109 - Safety, Tool and Equipment Certification

    3 Total Credits
    Participants receive state approved training in the safe operation of a traffic control (flagging) and powder-actuated tools. Students can receive certification in each of these areas. Students earn the Industrial First Aid/CPR & AED certification, which includes general principles of first aid, medical emergencies, injury emergencies, environmental emergencies, blood borne pathogens and safety precautions. This course includes OSHA 10 certifications. Upon completion of written exam and skills evaluation, an AHA card is issued. The Industrial First Aid/CPR & AED certification is approved by OSHA and WISHA (Labor and Industries).
  

  • WTD 168 - Math for the Trades

    4 Total Credits
    This course is taught with a vocational emphasis to develop and deepen students’ conceptual understanding of mathematics by their chosen pathway as well as develop proficiency in problem-solving with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages. Students are introduced to Ohm’s Law and basic electrical math principles. Students study ratio and proportion, geometry, and basic algebra as applied to the construction trades.
  

  • WTD 175 - Communications for the Trades

    1 Total Credits
    Introduction to the communication skills needed in the construction, maintenance, and manufacturing trades. Students will develop team work and industry communication skills.
  

  • WTD 180 - Human Relations for the Trades

    2 Total Credits
    Students are introduced to fundamental human relations skills and problem-solving strategies in the workplace. Focus is on the importance of maintaining positive and compassionate relationships in a diverse workplace and functioning as an effective and inclusive member of work teams. 

    Course Outcomes
    1. Comprehend and explain principles of a growth mindset, inter-cultural competency, effective communication strategies, and business ethics.  
    2. Explain and describe processes, problem-solving, and responses to bullying, harassment, stereotyping and micro-aggressions. 
    3. Apply knowledge for purposes such as problem solving, developing skills, and thinking critically, creatively, or practically. 
    4. Demonstrate appropriate electronic, written, and verbal business communications. 
  

  • WTD 194 - Cooperative Work Experience

    8 Total Credits
    This is a cooperative work experience course, giving opportunity for experience in manufacturing and or production careers in the field.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Apply, interview and secure a position in an internship program.
    2. Follow internship program guidelines and acting supervisors’ instructions.
    3. Demonstrate manufacturing or fabrication skills and proficiency.

Youth High School Completion
  

  • YHSC 1 - GED Intro

    1 Total Credits
    The GED Introduction class guides students in preparing for GED instruction. This class is required for students beginning the process of obtaining their GED.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Use common educational technologies to achieve educational and career goals.
    2. Demonstrate, evaluate and record competencies in subject areas relevant to goals as pertaining to GED or future career and higher educational pathways.
  

  • YHSC 2 - Diploma Intro

    1 Total Credits
    The Diploma Introduction class guides students in setting a plan for high school completion. This class is required for students beginning the process of obtaining their high school diploma.

    Course Outcomes
    • Use common educational technologies to achieve educational and career goals.
    • Demonstrate, evaluate and record competencies in subject areas relevant to high school diploma goals.
  

  • YHSC 3 - High School and Beyond

    1 Total Credits
    This course guides students in exploring their personal strengths and career interests, creating a personalized college and career pathway plan including short- and long-term goals, and connecting to resources to support their success.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Demonstrate computer/technology related skills.
    2. Complete online applications and produce resumes and cover letters.
    3. Demonstrate knowledge of employment fields and opportunities in their career pathways, using online, community/college resources.
    4. Research and evaluate training certificate/degree programs in colleges and/or employment pathways.
    5. Describe and use a model for making decisions and transitions that can be applied repeatedly throughout life.
    6. Describe personal characteristics identified through knowledge of skills inventory.
    7. Discuss elements of the ideal job and workplace.
    8. Identify a group of occupations that meet the criteria suggested by these characteristics and goals.
    9. Develop primary and alternative academic or career objectives.
    10. Learn and apply skills that will assist in the job-search process.
    11. Identify and use various career resources available.
    12. Explore personal and/or community goals and opportunities in homes and/or communities.
    13. Demonstrate job skills through work experience, internship, or training/certificate program.
    14. Demonstrate relevant communication and quantitative skills in the chosen career/college pathways.
  

  • YHSC 11 - Youth GED (Drop-In)

    1 to 8 Total Credits
    This course is designed to support students enrolled in RTC’s Youth High School Completion Programs to develop skills to succeed on High School Equivalency (GED) exams in a drop-in, lab setting.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Assess and develop readiness to take each of the official GED tests
    2. Develop or improve analytical writing skills.
    3. Develop or improve reading skills necessary to successfully complete the Reasoning Through Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies GED tests.
    4. Practice computer skills required for the GED
  

  • YHSC 12 - Youth GED (Class)

    1 to15 Total Credits
    This course is designed to support students enrolled in RTC’s Youth High School Completion Programs to develop skills to succeed on High School Equivalency (GED) exams in a lecture, classroom setting.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Assess and develop readiness to take each of the official GED tests.
    2. Develop or improve analytical writing skills.
    3. Develop or improve reading skills necessary to successfully complete the Reasoning Through Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies GED tests.
    4. Practice computer skills required for the GED.
  

  • YHSC 13 - Clase de GED para jóvenes

    1 to 6 Total Credits
    Este curso está diseñado para ayudar a los estudiantes inscritos en los Programas de finalización de la escuela secundaria para de RTC a desarrollar habilidades para tener éxito en los exámenes de Equivalencia de la escuela secundaria (GED) en un entorno de clase y conferencia.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Evaluar y desarrollar la preparación para tomar cada uno de los exámenes oficiales de GED\
    2. Desarrollar o mejorar las habilidades de escritura analítica.
    3. Desarrollar o mejorar las habilidades de lectura necesarias para completar con éxito los exámenes GED de Razonamiento a través de artes del lenguaje, ciencias y estudios sociales.
    4. Practique las habilidades informáticas necesarias para el GED.
  

  • YHSC 15 - Youth GED (Echo Glen)

    7 Total Credits
    This is a lecture-based GED class for RTC’s Open Doors program at Echo Glen.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Assess and develop readiness to take each of the official GED tests
    2. Develop or improve analytical writing skills.
    3. Develop or improve reading skills necessary to successfully complete the Reasoning Through Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies GED tests.
    4. Practice computer skills required for the GED.
  

  • YHSC 20 - Financial Algebra

    5 Total Credits
    Business Mathematics with Algebra courses teach and have students apply algebra concepts to a variety of business and financial situations. Applications usually include income, insurance, credit, banking, taxation, stocks and bonds, and finance.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Explain your mathematical reasoning.
    2. Use appropriate tools and mathematical strategies.Calculate accurately and efficiently.
    3. for and make sense of mathematical patterns and structuresEvaluate the reasonableness of results.
    4. Listen to or read the point of view of others, ask questions to improve understanding and provide feedback.
    5. Analyze problems and persist in solving them.
    6. Communicate mathematical solutions by using a variety of mathematical concepts and representations.
    7. Explain your mathematical reasoning.
    8. \Model with mathematics.
    9. Look for patterns and/or repeated calculations to apply math formulas and strategies.
  

  • YHSC 21 - Youth High School Algebra

    1 to 15 Total Credits
    This course provides math instruction in algebra, aligned with high school diploma and equivalency testing requirements, preparing students for college level coursework.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Analyze problems and persist in solving them. 
    2. Communicate mathematical solutions by using a variety of mathematical concepts and representations. 
    3. Explain your mathematical reasoning. 
    4. Listen to or read the point of view of others, ask questions to improve understanding and provide feedback. 
    5. Model with mathematics.
    6. Use appropriate tools and mathematical strategies. 
    7. Analyze and interpret graphs, charts and data. 
    8. Use clear definitions in discussions with others, specify symbols, labels and units of measure.
    9. Calculate accurately and efficiently. 
    10. Look for and make sense of mathematical patterns and structures. 
    11. Look for patterns and/or repeated calculations to apply math formulas and strategies. 
    12. Evaluate the reasonableness of results.
  

  • YHSC 22 - Youth High School Geometry

    1 to 15 Total Credits
    This course provides math instruction in geometry, aligned with high school diploma and equivalency testing requirements, preparing students for college level coursework.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Analyze problems and persist in solving them.
    2. Communicate mathematical solutions by using a variety of mathematical concepts and representations.
    3. Explain your mathematical reasoning.
    4. Listen to or read the point of view of others, ask questions to improve understanding and provide feedback.
    5. Model with mathematics.
    6. Use appropriate tools and mathematical strategies.
    7. Analyze and interpret graphs, charts and data.
    8. Use clear definitions in discussions with others, specify symbols, labels and units of measure.
    9. Calculate accurately and efficiently.
    10. Look for and make sense of mathematical patterns and structures.
    11. Look for patterns and/or repeated calculations to apply math formulas and strategies.
    12. Evaluate the reasonableness of results.
  

  • YHSC 23 - Youth Comprehensive Math

    1 to 15 Total Credits
    This course will offer intensive instruction for students to improve their math skills.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Analyze problems and persist in solving them.
    2. Communicate mathematical solutions by using a variety of mathematical concepts and representations.
    3. Explain your mathematical reasoning.
    4. Listen to or read the point of view of others, ask questions to improve understanding and provide feedback.
    5. Model with mathematics.
    6. Use appropriate tools and mathematical strategies.
    7. Analyze and interpret graphs, charts and data.
    8. Use clear definitions in discussions with others, specify symbols, labels and units of measure.
    9. Calculate accurately and efficiently.
    10. Look for and make sense of mathematical patterns and structures.
    11. Look for patterns and/or repeated calculations to apply math formulas and strategies.
    12. Evaluate the reasonableness of results.
  

  • YHSC 32 - HS+ Intake Portfolio

    1 to 5 Total Credits
    This is a contract-funded HS+ portfolio section meant for students dual-enrolled at YouthSource/YHSC.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Utilize communication and information technology.
    2. Document prior learning and life experience skills according to RTC policy.
    3. Plan draft, and complete the mandatory components of the college and career pathway portfolio of HS+.
    4. Develop an individualized learning plan to complete all competency requirements (including projects, group learning, classes, online modules, further developing prior learning assessment, and/or any combination of these).
    5. Identify and acknowledge structural barriers and historical systems of power and privilege that can impact educational success.
  

  • YHSC 33 - Integrated Science

    1 to 5 Total Credits
    The specific content of Integrated Science courses varies, but they draw upon the principles of several scientific specialties – earth science, physical science, biology, chemistry, and physics – and organize the material around thematic units. Common themes include systems, models, energy, patterns, change, and constancy. These courses use appropriate aspects from each specialty to investigate applications of the theme.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Generate and evaluate a question, and conduct a scientific investigation.
    2. Formulate one or more hypotheses based on an understanding of causal (cause and effect) relationships.
    3. Describe criteria for evaluating whether or not hypotheses are correct. 
    4. Draw conclusions supported by evidence from investigation. 
    5. Participate in discussion about one’s own scientific investigations, and those performed by others. 
    6. Apply science and technology to critical issues that influence society.
    7. Collect, analyze and display data using calculators, computers or other technology.
  

  • YHSC 39 - Youth English & Science

    1 to 15 Total Credits
    This contextualized course integrates reading and writing instruction with instruction focused on science. Possible topics include but are not limited to: the scientific method, nutrition, epidemiology, biology, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, and evolution. Laboratories and field trips are included. This competency-based class allows students to demonstrate skills and knowledge, and earn possible high school credit equivalents in Science, Health, English, and/or elective credits.

    Course Outcomes
    English Language Arts

    1. Develop written and oral arguments
    2. Use a variety of evidence and sources to support claims
    3. Interpret, analyze, and evaluate literary and informational text, and media
    4. Develop and strengthen writing and presenting as needed by planning, organizing, revising, editing, rewriting or trying a new approach
    5. Gather relevant information from print and digital sources, assess the credibility, bias, and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism
    6. Utilize technology to gather and communicate information and to interact and collaborate with others

    Science

    1. Generate and evaluate a question, and conduct a scientific investigation 
    2. Formulate one or more hypotheses based on an understanding of causal (cause and effect) relationships 
    3. Describe criteria for evaluating whether or not hypotheses are correct 
    4. Draw conclusions supported by evidence from investigation 
    5. Participate in discussion about one’s own scientific investigations, and those performed by others 
    6. Apply science and technology to critical issues that influence society 
    7. Collect, analyze and display data using calculators, computers or other technology 
  

  • YHSC 40 - Youth High School World Issues in Health

    1 to 15 Total Credits
    This contextualized course integrates social science instruction with instruction focused on health and fitness. This competency-based class allows students to demonstrate skills and knowledge, and earn possible high school credit equivalents in Contemporary World Issues, Science, Health, Physical Education, and/or elective credit.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Comprehend concepts related to health promotion and disease prevention to enhance health.
    2. Analyze the influence of family, peers, culture, media, technology, and other factors on health behaviors.
    3. Access and evaluate valid information, products and services to enhance health.
    4. Develop cultural competence, including awareness and sensitivity to diversity, and the effects of historical and current systems of discrimination and oppression.
    5. Demonstrate knowledge of governmental and civic organizations and institutions.
    6. Engage with governmental and civic organizations and institutions.
    7. Interpret a variety of perspectives from/about the past using primary and secondary sources.
    8. Interpret and analyze visual and quantitative data such as charts, graphs, maps, art and political cartoons.
    9. Demonstrate knowledge and ability in other fields of social science, such as sociology, psychology, or anthropology. 
    10. Use technology to research, synthesize, and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media (e.g., visually, quantitatively, as well as in words) in order to address a question or solve a problem.
  

  • YHSC 41 - Youth High School Civics

    1 Total Credits
    This 1.0 credit course teaches students about the power their own voice can carry when advocating in tribal, local, state, and federal government. It also covers the schematics of the constitution, the branches of government, and the reasons for their origins both negative and positive. It imparts students to participate in carrying out their rights as people living in the United States.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Communicate respectfully with people of varied backgrounds, cultures, ages, genders, races, creeds, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and world views.
    2. Develop cultural competence, including awareness and sensitivity to diversity, and the effects of historical systems of discrimination and oppression.
    3. Demonstrate knowledge of governmental organizations and institutions.
    4. Interpret a variety of perspectives from/about the past using primary and secondary sources.
    5. Interpret and analyze visual and quantitative concepts.
    6. Demonstrate knowledge and ability in the fields of social science, geography, and anthropology, particularly the origins of U.S. government.
    7. Use technology to research, synthesize, and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media in order to address a question.
  

  • YHSC 42 - Youth English and Social Studies

    1 to 15 Total Credits
    This contextualized course integrates reading and writing instruction with instruction focused on social studies. Possible topics include but are not limited to: world history, US history, WA State history, civics, geography, US and world politics, cultural anthropology, and contemporary issues. This competency-based class allows students to demonstrate skills and knowledge, and earn possible high school credit equivalents in Social Studies (US Government, Washington State History, and/or Current World Issues), English, and/or elective credits.

    Course Outcomes
    English Language Arts

    1. Develop written and oral arguments.
    2. Use a variety of evidence and sources to support claims.
    3. Interpret, analyze, and evaluate literary and informational text, and media.
    4. Develop and strengthen writing and presenting as needed by planning, organizing, revising, editing, rewriting or trying a new approach.
    5. Gather relevant information from print and digital sources, assess the credibility, bias, and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism.
    6. Utilize technology to gather and communicate information and to interact and collaborate with others.

    History / Social Studies

    1. Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources, connecting insights gained from specific details to an understanding of the text as a whole.
    2. Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary that makes clear the relationships among the key details and ideas.
    3. Evaluate various explanations for actions or events and determine which explanation best accords with textual evidence, acknowledging where the text leaves matters uncertain.
    4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including analyzing how an author uses and refines the meaning of a key term over the course of a text.
    5. Analyze in detail how a complex primary source is structured, including how key sentences, paragraphs, and larger portions of the text contribute to the whole.
    6. Evaluate authors’ differing points of view on the same historical event or issue by assessing the authors’ claims, reasoning, and evidence.
    7. Integrate and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media.
    8. Evaluate an author’s premises, claims, and evidence by corroborating or challenging them with other information.
    9. Integrate information from diverse sources, both primary and secondary, into a coherent understanding of an idea or event, noting discrepancies among sources.
  

  • YHSC 43 - Youth US History

    1 Total Credits
    This contextualized course integrates reading and writing instruction with instruction focused on US History. Possible topics include but are not limited to: US history, civics, geography, politics, cultural anthropology, and contemporary issues. This competency-based class allows students to demonstrate skills and knowledge, and earn possible high school credit equivalents in US History (US Government), Social Studies Elective, English, and/or elective credits.

    Course Outcomes
    1. Communicate respectfully with people of varied backgrounds, cultures, ages, genders, races, creeds, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and world views.
    2. Develop cultural competence, including awareness and sensitivity to diversity, and the effects of historical systems of discrimination and oppression.
    3. Demonstrate knowledge of governmental organizations and institutions.
    4. Interpret a variety of perspectives from/about the past using primary and secondary sources.
    5. Interpret and analyze visual and quantitative using maps.
    6. Demonstrate knowledge and ability in the fields of social science, specifically U.S. history.
    7. Use technology to research, synthesize, and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media in order to address a question
  

  • YHSC 50 - Youth English & Art

    1 to 15 Total Credits
    This contextualized course integrates reading and writing instruction with instruction focused on visual and performing arts. Possible topics include but are not limited to: art history, artistic processes, and design principles. Students will create and share art in a variety of possible disciplines, including but not limited to: drawing, sculpture, graphic design, architecture, photography, voice, dance, music, and theater. This competency-based class allows students to demonstrate skills and knowledge, and earn possible high school credit equivalents in Art, English, and/or elective credits.

    Course Outcomes
    English Language Arts

    • Develop written and oral arguments
    • Use a variety of evidence and sources to support claims
    • Interpret, analyze, and evaluate literary and informational text, and media
    • Develop and strengthen writing and presenting as needed by planning, organizing, revising, editing, rewriting or trying a new approach
    • Gather relevant information from print and digital sources, assess the credibility, bias, and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism
    • Utilize technology to gather and communicate information and to interact and collaborate with others

    Fine Arts

    • Apply arts concepts and vocabulary
    • Develop knowledge in arts genres and styles of various artists, cultures, and times
    • Respond to and interpret arts performances and/or presentation of dances, music, theatre, and visual arts
    • Use the arts to express feelings and present ideas
    • Develop and defend personal aesthetic criteria to communicate artistic choices
    • Explore the connections among the different art forms
    • Develop an awareness of how the arts influence and reflect culture, place, and time
 

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