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Along with courses seldom offered like Polynesian Voyaging, Windward Community College students will have some exciting new courses to think about taking this fall.
To get in on these classes early, continuing students can register online at myuhportal.hawaii.edu starting April 21. All other students can register April 26. Call Student Services at 235-7413 to schedule a visit with an academic counselor.
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AG 155: Subtropical Arboriculture
Monday, 5:00 – 7:45pm
Taught by Dave Ringuette, this course is a balance of practical skills and scientific tree care. As part of the arborist program, those registered in this class will learn how to identify trees and how to care for community trees. Prerequisite: Credit for enrollment in AG 20 or 120 or equivalent.
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AG 159: Tree Climbing
Saturday 12:00 – 5:30pm (1st 5 weeks)
As part of the arborist program, students will be introduced to tree climbing using ropes and tree maintenance equipment in and around trees. Recommended preparation: enrollment in AG 155.
ASTR 281: Space Exploration
Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30-6:45pm
Join astronomy instructor Jake Hudson in a class that investigates topics in planetary exploration and extraterrestrial life. Students will learn the characteristics and origins of planets, meteorioids and comets in our solar system and discuss the future of space colonization, and also the nature and origin of life on earth and how it relates to the search for extraterrestrial life.
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BUSN 121: Introduction to Word Processing
Tuesday and Thursday, 1:30 – 2:45pm
Learn how to create, edit, format and save correspondences and college papers using word processing software and how to use the Web to locate information and to send and receive e-mail. Taught by Emi Troeger.
GIS 150: Introduction to GIS/GPS
Tuesday, 5:30 – 8:35pm
Under the guidance of instructor Toshihiko Ikagawa, this course, which has not been offered in over a year, will introduce students to the applications of geographic information systems (GIS) with a special emphasis on using ArcView GIS. Students will also gain basic experience with the use of Global Positioning System (GPS). Recommended preparation: familiarity with basic computer operations and databases.
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HIST 231: Modern European Civilization I (WI)
Tuesday and Thursday, 11:15 – 12:30pm
This course focuses on the transformation of Europe between 1500 – 1800. Find out why and how Europe went from a backward, God-fearing, burning-witches-on-stakes society to a modern, scientific, capitalist society poised to dominate the world. Prerequisite: ENG 100. Recommended preparation: HIST 151 or 152. Taught by Malia Lau Kong.
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ICS 115: Advanced Microcomputer Applications
Tuesday and Thursday, 9:45 – 11:00am
 Develop greater proficiency in creating and modifying word documents, spreadsheets, databases queries, reports, forms and presentation software by integrating these applications with one another and utilizing Internet technologies (such as podcasting and YouTube) with each.
This class is one of three courses required for WCC’s Certificate of Competence in Applied Business and Information Technology (ABIT). Prerequisite: ICS 101, BUSN 150, or consent of instructor (email peggy@hawaii.edu for consent). Taught by Peggy Regentine.
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ICS 214: Fundamentals of Design for Print and Web
Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 – 6:55pm
Introduces development principles related to graphic design terminology, tools and media and layout and design concepts. Some topics covered are integration of type, images and other design elements, developing computer skills in industry standard computer programs, and study of design development pertaining to color theories, publications, and advertising.
This class fulfills requirement for WCC’s Certificate of Competence in Applied Business and Information Technology (ABIT) and Certificate of Competence in Web Support. Prerequisite: ICS 100 or 101
IS 160A/B: Polynesian Voyaging and Seamanship
Monday and Wednesday 3:00 – 4:15pm
IS 160L: Polynesian Voyaging and Seamanship Lab
Saturday 9:00 – 11:45am
Explore the vibrant Hawaiian and Polynesian voyaging tradition through traditional and contemporary lenses with instructor Liko Hoe. Areas of study include Hawaiian oral and written tradition, oceanography, astronomy, ethnobotany and archeology.
The lab takes the knowledge in the classroom and applies it to the ocean and shoreline environment.
Prerequisite for lab: Must pass a swim test and have health clearance. Corequisite for lab: IS 160B, Corequisite for lecture: IS 160L.
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MUS 240: Introduction to Digital Music Production
Monday and Wednesday 7:15 – 8:40pm
Taught with Mac-based music arrangement and composition, areas of study include MIDI sequencing, digital audio recording and editing and the use of digital mastering effects for web, CD and video applications.
Those registered in this course will be given a unique opportunity to submit their projects to Edgy Lee’s upcoming Pacific Network TV.
Some experience in music is preferred, but reading and/or writing in conventional music notation is not necessary. Students with a natural talent for music and “good” ears are encouraged to meet with student success counselor Renee Arakaki for permission to enroll. Prerequisite: MUS 108, 121B, 121C, 121D, 121F, 121Z, 253, or consent of instructor.
SOC 251: Introduction to Sociology of the Family
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10:30 – 11:20am
or Tuesday and Thursday, 1:30 – 2:45pm
What does “family” really mean? In this course taught by Kathleen French, students will learn about diverse family forms, how much family has changed through time, how important family is in terms of socialization and how family influences our beliefs and behavior.
“I think it’s one of the most important courses students can take in terms of their own personal growth,” said French. This class fulfills requirement for WCC’s Academic Subject Certificate in Psycho-Social Developmental Studies (PSDS).
SP 251: Principles of Effective Speaking (W)
Tuesday and Thursday, 11:15am – 12:30pm
Are you a self-starter? Do you like doing independent research? Would you like more experience speaking in front of other? If you answered yes to all these questions, this class might be for you.
This course taught by Alan Ragains, explores a variety of public speaking styles, including special occasion speaking and group discussion. By analyzing the speeches of other famous people students will gain the knowledge of putting together their own speech. Prerequisite: ENG 100 or SP 151.
THEA 211: Mask Making and Performance
Tuesday and Thursday, 11:15am – 12:30pm
Masks have been used since prehistoric times and appear in every known culture. In this course, last offered over a year ago, Ben Moffat will share his collection of 200 masks and teach students how to bring masks to life by making their own.
article by Leilani Au, Ka Ohana Staff Reporter |
