Course Descriptions

AUTC 204 - Automatic Transmissions/Transaxle Repair

1. Inspect and road test automatic transmission/transaxles.
2. Diagnose and repair automatic transmission/transaxles.
3. Inspect/diagnose and repair automatic transmission/transaxles components off vehicles.

AUTC 216 - Engine Performance and Emissions

1. Inspect engine operation.
2. Maintain vehicle maintenance requirements.
3. Inspect, diagnose and repair vehicle engine systems as needed.

AUTC 226 - Advanced Electronics

1. Perform NATEF Master Automobile Service Technology Electrical/Electronics Tasks at:
   • 95% of P1 Tasks at a “Requires Supervision” level or better
   • 80% of P2 Tasks at a “Requires Supervision” level or better
   • 50% of P3 Tasks at a “Requires Supervision” level or better
2. Pass the ASE Certification Test A-6.

AUTC 228 - Engine Repair and Shop Computations

1. Perform NATEF Master Automobile Service Technology Engine Repair Tasks at:
   • 95% of P1 Tasks at a “Requires Supervision” level or better
   • 80% of P2 Tasks at a “Requires Supervision” level or better
   • 50% of P3 Tasks at a “Requires Supervision” level or better
2. Pass the ASE Certification Test A-1.

AUTC 233 - Manual Drive Train and Axles

1. Inspect and road test manual drive train and axles.
2. Diagnose and repair manual drive train and axles.
3. Inspect/diagnose four wheel/all wheel drive.

AVIA 101 - Aviation Ground School - Private Pilot

AVIA 102 - Aviation Ground School - Instrument Rating

BIR 101 - Introduction to Band Instrument Repair/Human Relations

1.  Exhibit a commitment to diversity and enhanced employability through the practice of multicultural appreciation and teamwork skills.
2. Demonstrate the basic skills and attributes required of a band instrument repair technician.
3. Articulate the basic terminology used in the band instrument repair industry.
4. Utilize facilities and services available to students of Renton Technical College.
5. Produce a working copy of a professional résumé.
6. Establish and maintain good working relationships and proper behavior in a diverse workplace environment,
7. Demonstrate the tools needed to maintain a good working relationship with a manager or employer.
8. Illustrate the complexties and sensitivities of good customer relation skills as related, but not limited to: frustrated customers, music educators, first time band parents, and the presentation of estimates.

BIR 103 - Band Instrument Safety, Cleaning & Sanitization

1. Demonstrate the proper use of tools and equipment in the BIRT Labs.
2. Employ safe and responsible use and choice of chemicals used in the industry, with regard to the environment and student. 
3. Recognize the proper policies and procedures to follow in the event of emergencies of various types.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the personal safety equipment required in the cleaning of band instruments in the BIRT cleaning facility.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the cleaning equipment used in the BIRT cleaning facility with emphasis on personal safety and the safety of other individuals in the cleaning facility.
6. Demostrate the use of the chemicals used in the band instrument repair industry with emphasis on safe usage, safe storage, and safe, responsible disposal.
7. Assemble and disassemble band instruments including, but not limited to : flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, and trombone, safely, efficiently, and responsibly. 
8. Employ safe usage and set up of Ultrasonic cleaning equipment its chemicals and its applications.
9. Perform the “Texas Flush” technique of cleaning brasswind musical instruments.
10. Perform safe, responsible, Ultrasonic cleaning of band instruments.
11. Perform safe, responsible, Traditional chemical cleaning of cleaning band instruments.
12. Discriminate the proper cleaning technique to suit the particular instrument and situation at hand, emphasis to be placed on maintaining the integrity of the finish of the instrument.

BIR 104 - Soldering and Brazing Techniques

BIR 115 - Dent Removal Techniques

1. Demonstrate awareness at all times of the potential for injury to themselves or others when using dent removal equipment, and should utilize the equipment in such a way as to minimize that risk.
2. Demonstrate the ability to remove dents from brasswind instruments without inflicting additional damage.
3. Properly use and maintain of all dent removal equipment.
4. Select the proper dent removal equipment to suit the task at hand.
5. Demonstrate capability in the removal of dents from bells, bodies, slides, and other various parts of brasswind instruments.   

BIR 122 - The Percussion Instruments

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic function of percussion instruments. 
2. Demonstrate practical knowledge of component nomenclature of common percussion   instruments
3. Demonstrate practical knowledge of basic maintenance and tuning of percussion instruments.

BIR 123 - Woodwind Padding Techniques

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the construction of woodwind pads, different styles of woodwind pads, and their proper usage and applications.
2. Evaluate the condition of tone holes on woodwind instruments and surface and/or repair them in the most efficient and responsible manner.
3. Demonstrate fitting, straightening, and aligning of woodwind keys. Also, choose the proper tools and techniques for varying issues and mechanisms.
4. Select the proper pad style, size, and thickness for various types, makes, and qualities of woodwind instruments.
5. Select and use proper pad adhesive for various applications.
6. Install correctly sized woodwind pad/pads into a properly prepared key using the proper amount of adhesive or shim in such a manner as to provide the basis to level a pad which also presents a clean appearance.
7. Produce a pad which is level to the tone hole of a woodwind instrument. A level pad shall make simultaneous contact around the entire surface of the tone hole circumference. Produce a level pad with keys and tone holes in various conditions, consistently.
8. Locate pad leaks accurately and consistently using various techniques available to check pads for leaks.

BIR 124 - Clarinet Family Repair Techniques

1. Demonstrate knowledge of the history and development of the clarinet, including the important manufacturers of the clarinet both past and present.
2. Disassemble and assemble a Bb clarinet in an expedient fashion. 
3. Identify component parts of the Bb clarinet.
4. Demonstrate full understanding of the procedures of complete regulation of the Bb clarinet including the removal of unacceptable lost motion.
5. Accurately evaluate a Bb clarinet to determine the repair necessary to make the clarinet fully functional.
6. Demonstrate the ability to return a Bb clarinet to playing condition.
7. Perform a mechanical overhaul on a Bb clarinet.
8. Recognize the other members of the clarinet family including, but not limited to; Eb soprano clarinet, Eb alto clarinet, and Bb bass clarinet.

BIR 125 - Saxophone Family Repair Techniques

BIR 126 - Flute Family Repair Techniques

1. Exhibit a working knowledge of the history and development of the flute, incluiding the important manufacturers of the flute both past and present.
2. Disassemble and assemble a flute in an expedient fashion.
3. Identify and name the component parts of the flute.
4. Demonstrate full understanding of the procedures of complete regulation of the flute including the removal of all lost motion.
5. Accurately evaluate a flute to determine the repair necessary to make the flute fully functional. 
6. Perform common body work on a flute to include, but not limited to; straightening bent body, fitting foot and head tenons, and removal of dents.
7. Demonstrate the ability to return a flute to playing condition.
8. Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to perform a mechanical overhaul on a flute.

BIR 130 - Advanced Woodwind Repair Techniques

BIR 134 - Woodwind Performance and Testing Techniques

1. Work efficiently and independently to acquire and hone the skills needed to perform the play test exercises on flute, clarinet, and saxophone. 
2. Demonstrate competency on flute, clarinet, and saxophone by performing the play test exercises for the instructor.

BIR 135 - Piston Valve Instrument Repair Techniques

1. Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of the history and development of the piston valve.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the component nomenclature of the piston valve.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the use and maintenance of piston valve repair tools.
4. Repair a damaged valve casing.
5. Repair a damaged valve piston.
6. Perform common repairs on piston valve instruments including, but not limited to; trumpet, cornet,    euphonium, and tuba.

BIR 136 - Advanced Brass Repair Techniques

BIR 137 - Rotary Valve Instrument Repair Techniques

1. Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of the history and development of the rotary valve.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the component nomenclature of the rotary valve. 
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the use and maintenance of rotary valve repair tools. 
4. Perform maintenance on a rotary valve including the restringing of the lever.
5. Fit a rotary valve to its bearing surfaces in order to eliminate both side and end play.
6. Perform common repairs on rotary valve instruments including, but not limited to; horn, trombone, and tuba.

BIR 138 - Trombone Repair Techniques

BIR 144 - Brasswind Performance and Testing Techniques

1. Work efficiently and independently to acquire and hone the skills needed to perform the play test exercises on flute, trumpet and trombone. 
2. Demonstrate competency on trumpet and trombone by performing the play test exercises for the instructor.

BIR 150 - Capstone Project in Band Instrument Repair

BIR 173 - Written and Oral Communications for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 188 - Employment Skills for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 191 - String Instrument Repair for the Band Instrument Technician

1. Identify all of the parts of the violin family instruments using the correct nomenclature.
2. Select and use the correct tool for string repair, and exhibit safe usage of the tools.
3. Demonstrate a set up on an existing violin sound post.
4. Construct and properly install a new violin sound post.
5. Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to properly fit a violin bridge.
6. Install tuning pegs.
7. Properly and safely remove a violin fingerboard and re-install it.

BIR 192 - Machining Topics for Band Instrument Repair Technology

BLRS 108 - Boiler Operator Licensing Class 1 & 2

BLRS 110 - Boiler Operator Licensing Class 3 & 4

BLRS 111 - Boiler Operator’s Lab

BLRS 210 - Boiler Operator Refresher Course

BIOL 105 - Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

General education distribution area: Natural Science, with lab.

Course Outcomes

1. Demonstrate appropriate analytical/thinking skills.
2. Demonstrate the ability to integrate concepts as demonstrated by the ability to identify similarities between different systems of the body.
3. Explain the relationship between structure and function at each level of organization of the body commencing with the cell and culminating with the total organism.
4. Identify, locate and classify various anatomical structures at the cellular, histological, organ and systemic levels of organization.
5. Describe and explain selected physiological processes at the cellular, histological, organ and systemic levels of organization.
6. Use and understand correct and appropriate anatomical and directional terminology and descriptions as well as scientific terminology in general.
7. Follow written and verbal directions.

These will be demonstrated by small group work, homework, student participation, worksheet assignments, laboratory assignments, quizzes and exams.

BIOL& 100 - Survey of Biology

General education distribution area: Natural Science, with lab.

Course Outcomes

1. Understand, apply and summarize the steps of the scientific method.
2. Demonstrate a basic understanding of cellular processes necessary for life.
3. Explain the process of gene expression, and give an example of how genotypes lead to phenotypes.
4. Articulate arguments about current issues related to biology, and support those arguments with evidence.
5. Identify and evaluate sources of scientific information using accepted criteria.
6. Give scientific evidence for the theory of evolution and its role as the central theme of biology.

BIOL& 160 - General Biology

General education distribution area: Natural Science, with lab.

Course Outcomes

1. Use (follow, understand and apply) the scientific method
   • by performing experiments to test formulated hypotheses and understanding the basic components of the design of those experiments.
   • by solving problems with the correct use of appropriate scientific notation and equipment.
   • by quantifying (observing, describing and measuring) various empirical phenomena.
   • by logically reaching valid conclusions based on these data through critical analysis and interpretation.
2. Describe each step of the scientific method. Practice the method by making observations and developing experiments.
3. List the four kinds of organic molecules and explain the general structure and function of each.
4. Explain the major parts of a cell and what their functions are.
5. Explain how materials move into and out of cells, across membranes.
6. Explain the first and second laws of thermodynamics and apply them to examples in the body.
7. Describe the structure of an enzyme, the importance of enzymes and explain how an enzymes functions.
8. Describe what cellular respiration is and why it is important.
9. Describe each of the three steps of cellular respiration in detail including the reactants, products and pathways.
10. Describe what photosynthesis is and why it is important.
11. Describe each step of photosynthesis. What are the reactants, products and pathways?
12. Compare and contrast cellular respiration and photosynthesis.
13. Describe how cell division occurs. Explain why it is important.
14. Describe the way that gametes are made, meiosis.
15. Analyze mono and di-hybrid genetic crosses, sex-linked crosses, and crosses where complete dominance, incomplete dominance and co-dominance are involved.
16. Describe how DNA copies itself (DNA replication).
17. Describe how a protein is made (transcription and translation).

BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I

General education distribution area: Natural Science, with lab.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of BIOL& 160 , General Biology, with a 2.0 or higher.

Course Outcomes

1. Demonstrate an ability to identify the components of the skeletal, muscular and nervous systems and describe their location in anatomical.
2. Recognize and describe the relationship between the anatomical structure of an organ and how it correlates to its
3. Observe and describe differences in tissue types to predict their role in the normal structure and functioning of an
4. Explain the principle of homeostasis and the use of feedback loops to control physiological systems, and how an inability to maintain homeostasis can lead to
5. Demonstrate an ability to identify the components of the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems and describe their location in anatomical terms.
6. Apply concepts and knowledge of terminology structure and function related to each organ system.
7. Perform basic physiological measurements and analyze the results to determine if they are within a “healthy” range or indicate an abnormality.
8. Effectively use anatomical and physiological vocabulary to communicate, written (with correct spelling) and orally, educate patients and work with colleagues in a professional environment. 

BIOL& 242 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II

General education distribution area: Natural Science, with lab.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of BIOL& 241 , Anatomy & Physiology I, with a 2.0 or higher.

Course Outcomes

1. Demonstrate an ability an ability to identify the components of the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems and describe their location in anatomical terms.
2. Apply concepts and knowledge of terminology structure and function related to each organ system.
3. Perform basic physiological measurements and analyze the results to determine if they are within a “healthy” range or indicate an abnormality.
4. Explain how the body systems function to maintain homeostasis and how imbalances of these systems lead to disease.
5. Effectively use anatomical and physiological vocabulary to communicate, written (with correct spelling) and orally, educate patients and work with colleagues in a professional setting.
6. Follow written and verbal directions.

These course outcomes/competencies will be demonstrated by small group work, homework, student participation, worksheet assignments, laboratory assignments, quizzes, and exams.

BIOL& 260 - Microbiology

General education distribution area: Natural Science, with lab.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of BIOL& 160 , General Biology, with a 2.0 or higher.

Course Outcomes

1. Use major characteristics and classification strategies to identify prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms, and differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structure and function.
2. Describe a variety of microorganisms, including prokaryotes and eukaryotes, including the key processes they perform.
3. Describe the various physical, chemical growth factors, and nutritional requirements for the microbial growth.
4. Compare the life cycles and structures of different types of viruses and describe how viruses differ from eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.
5. Describe the major metabolic pathways and process associated with microorganisms.
6. Describe the genetic information flow of microorganism processes; compare and contrast the processes that transmit genetic information between microbes.
7. Describe the organization of the immune system and distinguish between types of immune responses.
8. Know the tools of microbiology, safely prepare specimens of microorganisms, and use microscopes to visualize and identify their characteristics.
9. Demonstrate the background knowledge and practical skills to safely handle microbial cultures, make a pure culture, and use different culture media to isolate and enrich specific microbes.

BUS 110 - Social Media Marketing

1. Integrate social media marketing techniques into a marketing plan.
2. Develop a strategic plan to take a business online.
3. Develop an online marketing plan.

BUS 125 - Concept to Commercialization

1. Formulate new business creation.
2. Identify steps in taking business ideas to market.
3. Apply market research to new business ideas.

BUS 130 - Small Business Marketing

1. Define marketing, advertising, and the marketing mix.
2. Examine how the marketing mix is used in small businesses.
3. Analyze markets for individual businesses and summarize the information for stakeholders.
4. Develop and present marketing strategies for individual businesses.

BUS 135 - Finance for Small Business

1. Define why businesses need money.
2. Identify funding options.
3. Explain the financial structures and tools for businesses.
4. Develop financial strategies for business success.

BUS 180 - Principles of Management

1. Apply management principles in a business setting.
2. Demonstrate effective business planning strategies.
3. Identify staffing strategies.
4. Identify the difference between leadership and management.

BUS 230 - Principles of Operations Management

1. Evaluate business operations.
2. Identify opportunities to improve operations.
3. Identify changes and ways to implement operations.
4. Analyze ways to measure outcomes.

BUS 240 - Principles of Selling and Negotiation

1. Employ the selling and negotiation roles in business settings.
2. Demonstrate effective planning and communication skills necessary for successful selling and negotiations.
3. Explore selling and negotiation methodologies and experiment using them.
4. Differentiate the roles played in marketing, customer relations, sales, and negotiation.
5. Demonstrate the partnerships required between marketing and sales departments for successful selling and negotiation performance.

BUS 270 - Human Resources Management

1. Define and demonstrate an understanding of fundamental business concepts.
2. Use ethics and laws in business decision making.
3. Anticipate and resolve human resource concerns.
4. Interpret the effects of economic conditions: local, national, global.
5. Apply marketing principles in organizational decision making.
6. Establish and demonstrate good customer service.

BUS 280 - Office Procedures

1. Describe and explain diversity consciousness.
2. Describe and explain the importance of diversity.
3. Describe the importance of social networking.
4. Describe and explain the connection between diversity, leadership and culture.
5. Identify barriers to diversity and inclusion.

BUS& 101 - Introduction to Business

1. Define business concepts that apply to management, organization, human relations, marketing, financing and ethics.
2. Differentiate between businesses operations in local, national, and global markets.
3. Demonstrate understanding of business principles and philosophies and how they apply in real world case study.
4. Formulate ideas, facts and concepts that will help construct a viable business plan.

BUS& 201 - Business Law

1. Apply legal rules, principles and critical thinking processes to analyze a variety case studies.
2. Communicate legal conclusions in writing using clear and succinct language with proper spelling and grammar.
3. Conduct basic legal research.
4. Reason clearly and succinctly when faced with a variety of legal questions.

CST 100 - Central Service Technician Fundamentals

1. Describe the functions of central services and reprocessing areas.
2. Discuss the principals of infection control and describe or demonstrate the application of these principals as they relate to the field of central services.
3. Distinguish between “decontamination” and “disinfection”. Demonstrate verbally or in writing the procedures involved in both.
4. Understand various methods of equipment management.
5. Describe all current sterilization technologies.
6. Apply principals of surgical instrumentation assembly.
7. Apply learned techniques for sterile packaging and storage.
8. List the total quality management, safety, and risk management principles.
9. Demonstrate knowledgeable of the central services regulatory agencies.
10. Describe the functions of purchasing, inventory management, and distribution.
11. Describe how computers and information technology apply to the field of central service.
12. Demonstrate basic human relation skills.

CST 102 - Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR, AED and Bloodborne Pathogens

This course covers one- and two-person, adult, child and infant CPR. Students practice caring for a person with foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO), personal barriers techniques and use of Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The course teaches to effectively recognize and treat in critical minutes until Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrive. Topics include: general first aid principles, medical, injury and environmental emergencies, and blood borne pathogens. This course is approved by OSHA, WISHA (Labor and Industries) for healthcare providers. An AHA card will be issued upon the successful completion of a written exam and skills evaluation. In addition, the mandatory seven hours of HIV/AIDS education for healthcare providers is included.

CST 103 - Central Service Standard Practices of Sterilization

Students learn techniques and practice sterilization of instrument sets, and sterile supplies. Major topics include methods of both high and low-temperature sterilization, sterilants, and packaging materials. Guidelines for IUSS processing and transport are discussed. Operations, parameters, and maintenance of various sterilizers are learned, as well as monitoring of the sterilization process and quality control using biological tests and incubators. Proper storage and storage concerns with for sterile supplies will also be included.

CST 104 - Central Service Technician Basic Sciences

1. Describe the basic functions and anatomy of the systems of the human body.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the medical terminology for each specialty.
3. Identify the basic surgeries that correlate with each system of the body.
4. Identify the instrumentation that would be used for specific surgeries.
5. Articulate the principles of microbiology and how it pertains to the Central Service Department.
6. Apply the knowledge of how to break the chain of infection to protect themselves and patients.

CST 105 - Central Service Technician Skills Laboratory

Students are introduced to and perform some of the basic hands-on tasks required of a Central Service Technician. This includes the wrapping items for sterilization, learning both envelope and sequential folding styles, and proper methods for heat sealing sterilization techniques. Students are expected to identify a minimum of 100 instruments and assemble into surgical trays. Students are given an overview of the proper handling and processing of endoscopes.

Course Outcomes
 

1. Articulate the names and categories of over 150 surgical instruments.
2. Explain the concept and use of an instrument set list.
3. Assemble a minimum of 2 instrument sets from a set list with no errors.
4. Prepare instrumentation in a peel pack correctly.
5. Wrap items correctly for sterilization.
6. Demonstrate effective communication skills with the customer (OR personnel/hospital departments).
7. Assemble Aesculap and Genesis pans for sterilization.

CST 191 - Central Service Clinical Practicum I

CST 192 - Central Service Clinical Practicum II

CHEM& 121 - Introduction to Chemistry

General education distribution area: Natural Science, with lab.

Prerequisite(s): Placement into MATH 095 ; or completion of MATH 085 , MATH 092 , AMATH 185 , or AMATH 190  with a 2.0 or higher; or completion of AMATH 175  with a 3.0 or higher.

Course Outcomes

1. Demonstrate accurate measurement techniques and solve density-related problems.
2. Explain the composition of atoms, concept of atomic number, mass number and isotopes.
3. Describe the arrangement of elements in the periodic table and relate the arrangement to electronic configuration, bonding, and properties.
4. Explain how ionic and covalent bonds are formed between atoms. 
5. Recognize and predict the type of chemical reaction and identify the products of precipitation, acid-base reactions. Write balanced chemical equations and net ionic equations.
6. Discuss the properties of solutions and calculate solution concentration in various units and perform stoichiometric calculations.
7. Identify acids and bases, demonstrate an understanding of pH by relating it to hydrogen ion concentration and hydroxide ion concentration, and explain how a buffer works.
8. Create Lewis structures and identify the shapes of covalent compounds. Explain difference between polar and nonpolar compounds.
9. Perform laboratory experiments related to the above course learning objectives, and with a diverse team use common laboratory equipment appropriately.
10. Apply precision, accuracy, and safe lab practices in taking measurements, and record observations, evaluate gather and analyze data.
11. Communicate the results of laboratory work, including calculations and graphs if required.

CHEM& 131 - Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry

General education distribution area: Natural Science, with lab.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of CHEM& 121 , with a 2.0 or higher, or instructor permission.

Course Outcomes

1. Describe organic chemistry in terms of the role of carbon in organic compounds and biomolecules.
2. Identify and classify different types of hydrocarbon e.g. alkanes, alkenes, alkynes and cycloalkanes.
3. Classify and predict names and draw structures of different types of aromatic compounds.
4. Identify and classify major organic functional groups and recognize their presence in biological molecules.
5. Name and draw structures of the major classes of organic compounds with understanding of nomenclature and terminology of various organic structures such as hydrocarbons, alcohols, carboxylic acids, ethers, esters, amines and amides.
6. Predict the outcome of common organic and biochemical reactions like combustion and addition reaction for hydrocarbons and electrophilic substitution reaction of aromatic compounds.
7. Identify, classify, and explain the properties and chemical reactions of different types of alcohols, carboxylic acids and carbonyl compounds.
8. Define and recognize the different types of isomerism, including geometric, stereo, and constitutional.
9. Identify and classify biologically important organic compounds and understand their function in the body.
10. Recognize structural differences between various types of biomolecules, such as lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and proteins, and identify their basic building blocks.
11. Explain carbohydrate metabolic pathways and protein synthesis processes.
12. Identify the properties and functions of enzymes and various factors that can affect enzyme activity.
13. Perform basic organic chemistry and biochemistry laboratory experiments and techniques with a diverse team, using common laboratory equipment appropriately according to standard laboratory safety precautions. 
14. Communicate the results of laboratory work, including reasoning effectively, both orally and through formal and informal writings and reports.

COL 101 - College Success

1. Apply computer technology skills to support my education.​
2. Develop strategies to advocate for myself and others.
3. Explore my career and program choice to ensure long-term goals.
4. Identify and use the right campus resources to support my success at RTC.
5. Understand how I learn and what methods work best for me.

CCP 13 - ELA Technology

1. Demonstrate prior knowledge of basic computer operations- turn on a computer, type, manipulate a mouse, launch programs and/or applications, save files, etc.
2. Understand and learn to navigate CANVAS to the extent of creating a profile, uploading files, submitting assignments, recording audio/video files, checking the calendar, checking and composing email, etc.
3. Learn to browse the Internet safely and securely, identify and use terms related to the use of networks (web browser, URL, keyword, www, search, etc.).
4. Create and use email address, create strong passwords, differentiate between formal and informal language and recipients,attach a file to an email message.
5. Use Word to write, edit, save, insert an image to, copy and paste content to, and print a document.
6. Create a PowerPoint Presentation by formatting text and images on a slide, add a slide and create a series to convey an idea.

CCP 15 - Clase de GED

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.

CCP 17 - Youth GED

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.

CCP 28 - Bridge to Transportation

CCP 29 - ELA Basic Oral Communications

• Apply listening strategies to understand and respond to basic everyday speech at a decreased speed.
• Communicate and interact with others using simple vocabulary and gestures.
• Apply basic vocabulary in simple, contextualized conversations.

CCP 30 - Student Success for Medical Assistant - I-BEST

1. Strengthen language, reading, and writing skills.
2. Create a plan to reach short- and long-term college and career goals.
3. Learn study, organization, and time-management strategies.
4. Develop skills for effective communication and professional behavior as a medical assistant.

CCP 31 - Student Success for Automotive - I-BEST

1. Strengthen language, reading, and writing skills.
2. Create a plan to reach short- and long-term college and career goals.
3. Learn study, organization, and time-management strategies.
4. Develop skills for effective communication and professional behavior in the automotive industry.

CCP 32 - Student Success for Phlebotomy - I-BEST

1. Strengthen language, reading, and writing skills.
2. Create a plan to reach short- and long-term college and career goals.
3. Learn study, organization, and time-management strategies.
4. Develop skills for effective communication and professional behavior in healthcare settings.

CCP 33 - Student Success for Nursing Assistant - I-BEST

1. Strengthen language, reading, and writing skills.
2. Create a plan to reach short- and long-term college and career goals.
3. Learn study, organization, and time-management strategies.
4. Develop skills for effective communication and professional behavior in healthcare settings.

CCP 34 - Student Success for Central Service Technician - I-BEST

1. Strengthen language, reading, and writing skills.
2. Create a plan to reach short- and long-term college and career goals.
3. Learn study, organization, and time-management strategies.
4. Develop skills for effective communication and professional behavior in healthcare settings.

CCP 37 - Student Success for Computer Sciences - I-BEST

1. Strengthen language, reading, and writing skills.
2. Create a plan to reach short- and long-term college and career goals.
3. Learn study, organization, and time-management strategies.
4. Develop skills for effective communication and professional behavior in the information technology field.

CCP 38 - Student Success for Early Childhood Careers - I-BEST

1. Strengthen language, reading, and writing skills.
2. Create a plan to reach short- and long-term college and career goals.
3. Learn study, organization, and time-management strategies.
4. Develop skills for effective communication and professional behavior in early childhood environments.

CCP 39 - Student Success for Welding - I-BEST

1. Strengthen language, reading, and writing skills.
2. Create a plan to reach short- and long-term college and career goals.
3. Learn study, organization, and time-management strategies.
4. Develop skills for effective communication and professional behavior in industrial settings.

CCP 41 - Student Success for Dental Assistant - I-BEST

1. Strengthen language, reading, and writing skills.
2. Create a plan to reach short- and long-term college and career goals.
3. Learn study, organization, and time-management strategies.
4. Develop skills for effective communication and professional behavior in healthcare settings.

CCP 42 - ELA Advanced Writing

• Communicate in a wide range of genres utilizing clear and concise ideas using the writing process to generate multi-paragraph writing.
  • Use correct punctuation and accurate capitalization.
  • Use correct transitions.
  • Demonstrate sentence complexity.
  • Apply extensive use of academic and non-academic vocabulary,
• Demonstrate command of standard English grammar conventions used in context; including spelling and subject/verb agreement when writing various types of documents.

CCP 43 - Science+ Lab

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.

CCP 44 - HSE Everyday Science - Open Doors

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.

CCP 45 - Bridge to Health and Human Services

1. Explore allied health programs: Medical Assistant, Dental Assistant, Central Service Technician, and Phlebotomy.
2. Use the RTC website to understand the program expectations and medical field job expectations.
3. Identify the program of interest and the path to receive the degree/certification in the program.
4. Develop English language skills in writing, reading, speaking, and listening through the use of medical-related discussions and reflections.
5. Learn to take notes and develop student success habits.
6. Use technology to share information about the programs and personal reflections.
7. Meet with clinical coordinators, program faculty, and entry advisors.
8. Navigate the CastleBranch website.

CCP 46 - Bridge to Information Technology Programs

1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic computer operations.
2. Browse the internet safely and securely.
3. Set up and use email.
4. Navigate Canvas.
5. Learn the basics of academic honesty and citing quotations.
6. Develop original responses to discussion questions.
7. Develop basic note-taking and study skills.
8. Develop basic public speaking and presentation skills.
9. Explore the IT programs and identify your program of interest.

CCP 47 - Pacific NW History

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 information using maps.
6. Demonstrate knowledge and ability in the fields of social science and geography, specifically the landscapes of Washington.
7. Use technology to research, synthesize, and evaluate multiple sources of information presented in diverse formats and media in order to address a question.

CCP 48 - US History

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.

CCP 49 - ELA Transitions to College

1. Practice academic reading, including highlighting, notetaking, outlining, mapping, and summarizing.
2. Write summaries and research papers while citing sources.
3. Apply listening strategies in academic context, to identify main ideas in a lecture, understand spoken instructions, and take notes.
4. Understand the speaking expectations of the American college system and be prepared to contribute in class, give presentations, ask questions, and advocate for yourself.
5. Use technology to research information and communicate with others in a wide variety of applications. 
6. Identify the next steps on your path and understand the necessary requirements and funding options.

CCP 50 - ELA Advanced Pathways

1. Apply appropriate strategies to interpret and critically read information from a variety of authentic texts (i.e. academic and non-academic)
2. Communicate through writing in a variety of genres utilizing clear and concise ideas using the writing process to generate multi-paragraph writing.
3. Listen actively to identify the main idea and the speaker’s point of view in authentic sources.
4. Ability to clearly express and present ideas and interact with others with minimal grammar error that does not interfere with meaning.
5. Use technology to perform basic research and communicate in a variety of applications.

CCP 53 - ELA Basic Foundations Level A

1. Recognize letters of the alphabet and numbers.
2. Recognize/respond to basic survival vocabulary, greetings, and polite expressions.
3. Rdentify and write individual upper- and lower- case letters of the English alphabet and numbers.
4. Rdentify and write colors, dates, days of the week, months, seasons, and basic personal information words.
5. Respond to simple questions in familiar contexts (e.g., personal information) follow simple one-step directions.
6. Use basic vocabulary for social interaction.
7. Write simple sentences with the verb “to be.”
8. Produce simple statements.
9. Spell simple words/phrases.
10. Copy simple words and phrases.
11. Ask and answer simple questions in short phrases.
12. Fill out simplified forms and applications.
13. Learn, memorize and use feelings and emotions in questions and answers.

CCP 54 - ELA Basic Foundations Level B

1. Recognize letters of the alphabet and numbers.
2. Recognize/respond to basic survival vocabulary, greetings, and polite expressions.
3. Rdentify and write individual upper- and lower- case letters of the English alphabet and numbers.
4. Rdentify and write colors, dates, days of the week, months, seasons, and basic personal information words.
5. Respond to simple questions in familiar contexts (e.g., personal information) follow simple one-step directions.
6. Use basic vocabulary for social interaction.
7. Write simple sentences with the verb “to be.”
8. Produce simple statements.
9. Spell simple words/phrases.
10. Copy simple words and phrases.
11. Ask and answer simple questions in short phrases.
12. Fill out simplified forms and applications.
13. Learn, memorize and use feelings and emotions in questions and answers.

CCP 55 - ELA Beginning Foundations Level A

1. Demonstrate progress in the use of simple spoken language for everyday context interactions, clarifying or inferring meaning of words based on context when unsure.
2. Produce simple written communication, related to daily lives, demonstrating the use of capitalization, punctuation and syntax.
3. Use math concepts and language needed to navigate daily lives.
4. Select and use appropriate computer applications to complete daily tasks.
5. Find resources to meet education and work needs.

CCP 56 - ELA Beginning Foundations Level B

1. Demonstrate progress in the use of simple spoken language for everyday context interactions, clarifying or inferring meaning of words based on context when unsure.
2. Produce simple written communication, related to daily lives, demonstrating the use of capitalization, punctuation and syntax.
3. Use math concepts and language needed to navigate daily lives.
4. Select and use appropriate computer applications to complete daily tasks.
5. Find resources to meet education and work needs.

CCP 57 - Review ELA Intermediate Foundations

CCP 61 - Geometry - Open Doors

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.

CCP 62 - Geometry

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.

CCP 64 - Algebra - Open Doors

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.

CCP 66 - Civics - Open Doors

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.

CCP 67 - Civics

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.

CCP 68 - World Issues in Health

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.

CCP 69 - ELA Advanced Foundations

1. Apply appropriate strategies to interpret information from a variety of verbal and written sources of varying complexities.
2. Communicate in a wide range of verbal and written collaborations utilizing clear and concise ideas.
3. Interpret and analyze visual and quantitative data to solve problems.
4. Use technology to research information and communicate it in a wide variety of applications.

CCP 71 - Review ELA Beginning Foundations

1. Produce spoken language in simple contexts for everyday interactions. 
2. Demonstrate progress in listening in everyday contexts, clarifying and inferring meaning based on context when unsure. 
3. Comprehend written forms relevant to your daily lives.
4. Write simple communication related to your daily lives. 
5. Use math concepts and language needed in your daily lives. 
6. Select and use appropriate computer applications to complete daily tasks.   
7. Find resources to meet their education and work needs.

CCP 72 - ELA Intermediate Foundations

1. Relate prior knowledge to a context or topic to convey a point of view or initiate a course of action.
2. Form correct focused questions that accurately and effectively elicit the information desired.
3. Identify and analyze information from a source, e.g. a reading, lecture, or online material, to serve a specific purpose, express a point of view or solve a problem.
4. Employ vocabulary appropriate to a specific context in order to convey a message.
5. Provide and organize relevant and sufficient facts and reasons as evidence to express an opinion orally and in writing.
6. Analyze and interpret numbers, graphs, charts and data to address everyday life situations and facilitate decision making.
7. Utilize technology to communicate and relay information in a variety of formats and applications.

CCP 73 - ELA Basic Writing

1. Print the English alphabet legibly.
2. Write with mostly correct spelling words found in basic everyday language.
3. Capitalize correctly following basic capitalization rules.
4. Punctuate statements correctly using periods.
5. Write simple sentences with correct word order: Subject Verb (Object) Place/Manner Time.

CCP 74 - ELA Beginning Writing

1. Punctuate correctly using periods, exclamation points, question marks, apostrophes, and commas.
2. Add detail and complexity to sentences with adverbs of frequency, adjectives and adverb phrases.
3. Produce compound sentences.
4. Put simple sentences into standard paragraph format.
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the writing process by editing their own and classmates’ writing, using technology as an aid as appropriate.

CCP 75 - ELA Intermediate Writing

1. Punctuate correctly using all forms of punctuation, including quotation marks, colons, and semicolons.
2. Add detail and complexity to sentences with multiple adjectives in correct order, multiple phrases, and participle and gerund phrases. 
3. Produce complex sentences.
4. Develop and expand paragraphs. 
5. Demonstrate knowledge of the writing process by drafting, editing, and revising.

CCP 76 - ELA Beginning Oral Communication

1. Produce spoken language with general clarity using correct English pronunciation, stress and intonation patterns.
2. Articulate clearly and effectively with organized ideas in relation to the target topic.
3. Utilize effective word choice, idioms, grammar and sentence structure in everyday conversations and discussions.
4. Read with sufficient accuracy and fluency to support comprehension.
5. Demonstrate the ability to listen to and understand main ideas and significant relevant details in various listening contexts.
6. Understand and discuss ideas delivered through various media.
7. Understand and respond appropriately to diverse speech and accent.