Courses
EverettCC.edu HUM 160 Introduction to Japanese History and Culture
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(H,D) Analysis of the historical development of Japan and its effects on modern-day Japanese society, as well as the study of Japanese values and behaviors, to better understand communication styles, social and business relations and management styles. Prerequisites: Completion of ENGL 98 or eligibility for ENGL& 101. HUM 166 Germany in Transition - Toward a Multi-Ethnic Civilization 5
(H,D) Survey of past and modern German cultures, concentrating on major periods in literature, language, politics, art, architecture, religion, film and music. Humanities 166 focuses on the increasingly multi-ethnic population of Germany, its position and future in the European Union and its relationship to the Global community. HUM 170 Berlin - City of the Future
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(H) Interdisciplinary course focusing on Berlin’s historical significance, its role in politics, literature, language, art, film, music and its future position as a vibrant metropolis of the European Union. Prerequisites: Completion of ENGL 98 or eligibility for ENGL& 101. HUM 175 Introduction to Modern Italian History and Culture
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(H) Survey of modern Italy, beginning with its unification, Il Risorgimento in 1860, through the country’s evolution from a ravaged, post-war agrarian society into one of the leading industrialized countries in the Western World. Other topics will include Italian fascism, Mussolini, political structure, separation of church and state, economic recovery, social transformation in the 1950s and 1960s, terrorism, organized crime, Italy’s low birth rate and aging population, and recent waves of immigration. Overview of Italy’s historical, cultural, political, and social characteristics. Prerequisites: Completion of ENGL 98 or eligibility for ENGL& 101. HUM 178 Introduction to Modern Russia
5
(H,SS) With the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, Russia emerged as a new country. This course is an introduction and survey of Modern Russia with a focus on the new economy, new society and politics. Topics include Russian culture and customs, Russian immigration and emigration, multi-ethnic communities, arts, languages, literature, film, music, peoples and traditions. Prerequisites: Completion of ENGL 98 with a grade of C or higher or eligibility for ENGL& 101. HUM 180 Introduction to Latinos in the United States
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(H,SS,D) Introduction to the history, culture, and socio-economic development of Latino communities in the U.S. Specifically, the course will examine the communities of Cuban, Mexican, and Puerto Rican origin as well as post-1965 immigrant populations from various sending areas of the Americas. Through the study of history, current events and literature, students will be able to articulate the diversity within the largest ethnic group in the United States as well as the dominant themes that characterize the lives of U.S. Latinos. Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENGL& 101. HUM 182 Service Learning
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Allows students to explore the expression of the Humanities in our community, combining the opportunity of volunteerism with academic applications. Provides for real-life application of skills and knowledge that extends learning beyond the classroom and into the community as students get involved in such activities as working with local organizations to promote the humanities or planning on-campus Humanities-oriented conferences. May be repeated up to six credits. Prerequisites: Instructor permission. HUM 184 Humanities Showcase
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(HP) Allows students to showcase their creative work in the Humanities at an EvCC Humanities conference/festival. May be repeated up to six credits. Prerequisites: Instructor permission.
HUM 195 Honors Seminar: The Integration of Knowledge
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(H) In-depth examination of a selected theme (such as happiness) from an interdisciplinary perspective while emphasizing writing skills, critical thinking, and information literacy. Students will also begin creating a portfolio to showcase their academic accomplishments as they plan for the future. This course is one of two gateway courses required for admission to the Honors program. Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 HUM 196 Honors Symposium
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(H) Focused exploration of a selected annual topic (such as “Revolutions”), alternating guest faculty presentations from a variety of disciplines with students’ round-table discussions and presentations. All guest faculty presentations will be open to the campus community in order to stimulate wider dialogue. Emphasis on critical thinking abilities, written and oral skills, and intellectual collaboration. This course is one of two gateway courses required for admission to the Honors program. Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 HUM 200 Introduction to Gender Studies
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(D,H,SS) Interdisciplinary introduction to the study of gender, approached from the perspective of both the social sciences and humanities, and will include comparisons with non-Western cultures. Exploration of the intersectionality of gender with various categories such as race, class, sexuality, and (dis)ability in understanding the lives and struggles of humans. Gender and women’s rights, power, privilege, sexuality and health, family life and work, religion, globalization, and social change. Promotes critical thinking on the issues of gender and women’s rights. Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 HUM 210 Introduction to Women’s Lives in the United States
5
HUM 227 History of the American Comic Book
5
HUM 247 Introduction to World Religions
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HUM 248 Women, Religion and Society
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(H) Introduction to the richness and diversity of women’s lives in the United States, including their social realities, issues and contributions from an interdisciplinary perspective (social sciences, humanities and the arts). Special attention will be given to the intersection of race, class and sexuality on women’s experiences and contributions.
(H) Introduction to the American comic book, with a focus on the medium’s development within the larger context of U.S. history. Topics include comic-book elements, styles, creators, characters, genres and historical periods.
(H,D) Survey of the world’s major religions including Islam, Judaism, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, and others. Examination of the beliefs, rituals, experiences, stories, theologies, ethical codes, institutions, and physical manifestations of these religions.
(H,SS) Survey of the roles, beliefs, attitudes and practices related to women’s spiritual lives in the major world religions and several of the indigenous traditions. Also offered as SOC 248. Credit may not be earned in both HUM 248 and SOC 248. Prerequisites: Completion of ENGL 98 with a C or higher or eligibility for ENGL& 101.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Everett Community College offers degrees and certificates in Information Technology. The Computing Technician certificate includes the CompTIA A+ certification and Microsoft MTA certifications in the Windows Operating System and Networking. It prepares students for entry-level positions such as PC repair, workstation deployment, or end-user technical support. The Systems Specialist certificate builds on this foundation with more advanced courses. It includes Microsoft MTA certifications in Windows Server and Security. The Networking Specialist certificate prepares students to manage small and medium-sized computer networks. It includes the Cisco CCENT and CCNA certifications. Students seeking a two-year degree will earn an Associate in Technical Arts (ATA) degree in
