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246 ITP 260 (4) C Interpreting IV Build further interpreting skills by using increasingly challenging material. Continue to increase stamina and duration of interpreting, facility with receptive and expressive finger spelling, and use of idioms. Learn appropriate feedback and self-assessment techniques. Prereq: ITP 164 and ITP 165, with a 2.5 GPA or higher, or permission. ITP 261 (4) C Interpreting V Continuation of ITP 260 with increasing complexity of discourse. Prereq: Completion of ITP 260 with a 2.5 GPA or higher, or permission. ITP 262 (4) C Transliteration Intro to transliteration. Covers contact varieties of ASL used in transliteration. Establish a foundation for transliteration. Pass/Fail grade. Prereq: ITP 261 or permission. ITP 299 (1-5) C Independent Study Selected topics in interpreter training. Complete a mutually-agreed-upon research project assigned by the appropriate supervising faculty. Prereq: Permission. ITALIAN See Languages and Literature. JAPANESE See Languages and Literature. JOURNALISM JRN 100 (5) C Intro to Mass Media History and impact of the mass media from hieroglyphics through print, advertising, radio, TV, movies and the Internet. Critically read media �gtexts�h and analyze the effects on individuals and cultures. Prereq: ENG 101 placement. JRN 101 (5) C,S Media Writing Covers newsworthiness, sources, news gathering techniques (beat, interview, observation, research); writing and editing stories for newspaper, radio and television; law and ethics; influence on society; and values. JRN 102 (2-4) S Newswriting Continuation of JRN 101. Emphasis on special assignments such as feature writing and in-depth reporting. Prereq: JRN 101 or permission. JRN 103 (4) S News Editing Editing of news copy for publication: headline writing and layout. Prereq: JRN 102 or permission. JRN 104 (2-3) C,S College Publications Intro to newspaper production. Includes writing, editing and layout. Examine current newspapers and produce news and feature articles. Prereq: JRN 102, or another newswriting course, or permission (S); ENG 101 eligibility (C). JRN 105 (3) C,S College Publications Covers college publishing. Includes basics of advanced reporting and writing through work on college newspaper and other assignments. Prereq: JRN 104 or another newswriting course, and mastery of basic news reporting techniques. JRN 106 (3) C Publications Leadership Advanced practicum on the student newspaper, arranged by contract. Focus on skills and responsibilities required of editorial or management positions (editor-in-chief, copy editor, business manager) for college newspapers. JRN 199 (2-5) S Independent Study in Journalism Internship on a professional publication through arrangement between editor and journalism instructor, or management position on college publication. Prereq: JRN 101 and 104, plus permission. LANDSCAPE HORTICULTURE LHO 100 (1) S The Landscape Industry Survey of the landscape industry. Learn about career opportunities, work and training requirements, trade organizations, certifi cate programs, opportunities for continuing education, and related four-year degree programs. LHO 105 (3) S Landscape Design Basics Explore the basics of design, then apply them to a residential or commercial setting. Develop skills in drafting and drawing, plant placement and aesthetics. Present the finished product to your peers. For both land scape professionals and home owners. LHO 108 (2) S Weed Identification and Management Explore weed biology, become familiar with various weed management strategies (cultural, biological, chemical), and understand how to apply an integrated approach to weed management. Helps prepare for the weed section of the WSDA pesticide license exam. LHO 109 (3) S Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Learn the basic principles of integrated pest management (IPM). Covers pesticide laws, pesticide health and environmental concerns, and development of an IPM plan. Prepares students for the Washington State Department of Agriculture pesticide license exam. LHO 111 (3) S Greenhouse Operations Intro to greenhouse operations and management, including production practices, maintenance methods and environmental control systems. Involves propagation and maintenance in the school greenhouse. Includes industry overview through field trips to local production greenhouses. LHO 112 (3) S Nursery Operations Examine the world of retail and wholesale nursery operations through field trips to local nurseries. Learn the basic methods of business operations and apply them in the school retail garden center. LHO 115 (3) S Fall Plant Identification Gain a new appreciation of the plants around you! Learn to identify and properly use ornamental shrubs, trees, vines, and ground cover adapted to the Pacific Northwest. LHO 116 (3) S Winter Plant Identification Learn about conifers adapted to the Pacific Northwest landscapes and broadleaf plants that provide special winter interest: flowers, fragrance, attractive bark and fruit.

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