Provides a systematic study of representative ethical concepts and theories and discusses their application to concrete moral dilemmas and social issues and problems. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
The Associate of Science Degree in Health Science is designed specifically for those students who wish to transfer to a four-year college or university and have an interest in healthcare and health sciences. Through instruction, students develop skills and knowledge in Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, and several health-related courses. The Associate of Science Degree in Health Science is not affiliated with Transfer Virginia common curriculum and is unique to WCC.
Employment opportunities for graduates in the Health Sciences specialization include staff positions in hospitals, medical centers, and other entry level, non-licensure healthcare fields. Graduates may transfer to a four-year college or university for bachelor degrees in such fields such as exercise science, health promotion, allied health, and health sciences.
All students will be required to demonstrate college readiness through transcript review or informed self-placement. Based on this review, students may request or be required to enroll in prerequisite or corequisite math and/or English courses.
Students are encouraged to become acquainted with the requirements of the college or university to which she or he is considering for transfer and to regularly consult with his/her community college advisor in planning their program and selecting electives. Students should successfully complete all community college courses meeting the grade requirement of “C”.
The following list is a suggested sequence in which students may plan their class schedules to ensure graduation in two years.
| Course # | Course Title | Lect. Hrs. | Lab Hrs. | Credits | Transfer |
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| BIO 141 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | ||
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| ENG 111 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| PHI 220 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| PSY 230 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| SDV 100 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | ||
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| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 13 | 3 | 14 | ||
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| BIO 142 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | ||
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| BIO 101 | 3 | 3 | 4 Credits | ||
| ENG 112 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| MTH 155 5 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 12 | 6 | 14 | ||
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| CHM 111 | 3 | 3 | 4 | ||
| CST 100 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| ENG 245 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| HLT 105 | 1 | 0 | 1 | ||
| HLT 140 | 2 | 0 | 2 | ||
| PSY 200 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
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| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 15 | 3 | 16 | ||
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| BIO 150 | 3 | 3 | 4 | ||
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| ENG 246 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| HLT 110 | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||
| MTH 167 5 | 5 | 0 | 5 | ||
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| SOC 200 | 3 | 0 | 3 Credits | ||
| Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester | 17 | 3 | 18 | ||
EGR 240 Statics
Introduces basic concepts of engineering mechanics, systems of forces and couples, equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies, and internal forces and analysis of structures, including SI and U.S. customary units. Includes trusses, frames, machines, beams, distributed forces, friction, and centroids.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 263 or department permission.
EGR 122 Engineering Design
Applies engineering methods to a semester-long team design project with an emphasis on engineering software involving 2D and 3D computer aided design; data modeling and analysis; and iterative programming solutions. Covers design drawings and dimensioning; spreadsheet software usage; mathematical scripting language; and professional practices.
Prerequisite(s): EGR 121 or departmental permission.
EGR 121 Foundations of Engineering
Introduces the engineering profession and its impact on society and the environment, including engineering problem solving, the engineering design process, and professional practices. Covers fundamental engineering calculations, descriptive statistics, basic spreadsheet and mathematical scripting language applications, professional ethics, teamwork, and communication.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 111 eligible, MTH 162 or MTH 167, or equivalent; or departmental approval.
Teaches the political structure, processes, institutions, and policymaking of the US national government. Focuses on the three branches of government, their interrelationships, and how they shape policy. Addresses federalism; civil liberties and civil rights; political socialization and participation; public opinion, the media; interest groups; political parties; elections; and policymaking. The assignments in the course require college-level reading fluency and coherent communication through written reports. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Provides an overview of developing a positive and inclusive learning environment. Emphasizes methods for managing the diverse needs of students in order to promote a positive learning environment. Addresses how to establish and communicate expectations for effective instruction.
Prerequisite(s): EDU 200
Focuses on the relationship between culture and geography. Presents a survey of modern demographics, landscape modification, material and non-material culture, language, race and ethnicity, religion, politics, and economic activities. Introduces the student to types and uses of maps. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Examines the development of western civilization from ancient times to 1600 CE. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Examines how personal and professional identities, positioning, and intersectional positionalities, values, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors impact teaching and learning. Develops an understanding of similar and unique characteristics of PreK-12 students and their families, including culture, race, ethnicity, religion, language and learning abilities, gender socializations and sexual orientation. This course requires a practicum with a minimum of 20 hours of observation in a K-12 setting.
Prerequisite(s): EDU 200