Bitterroot College Program of The UM, Fall 2010 Schedule of Courses
All BCP Courses are UM-COT courses identified by the section notation “H1”
All BCP Fall 2010 courses will be held at the BCP’s location at the Ravalli Entrepreneurship Center (REC), 274 Old Corvallis Road, Hamilton (just north of the Ravalli County Fairgrounds)
For more information, contact Victoria Clark at (406) 375-0100 or victoria.clark@umontana.edu or visit the BCP online at www.umt.edu/bcp
Dept
BUS
Course
Number
103S
Section
H1
Credits
3
CRN
75149
Course Title & Description
Instructor Capacity
Time
Days
Where
Date Range
Principles of Business/Hamilton
TBA
14
7:40 pm - 9:00 pm
MW
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Introduction to the world of business. Examines capitalism, the economic environment, the types of business organizations, management, marketing,
production, labor, financing, and business/governmental relations.
CAPP
120
H1
3
75150
CAPP
154
H1
3
75151
Introduction to Computers/Hamilton
TBA
14
4:10 pm - 5:30 pm
MW
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Introduction to computer terminology, hardware, and software, including wire/wireless communications and multimedia devices. Students utilize word
processing, spread sheet, database, and presentation applications to create projects common to business and industry in a networked computing
environment. Internet research, email usage, and keyboarding proficiency are integrated.
MS Word/Hamilton
TBA
14
2:10 pm - 3:30 pm
MW
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Preparation of business forms, correspondence, mail merges, columnar projects, and reports using up-to-date software. Business related application
projects, graphics, and printer operation are included.
CSCI
172
H1
3
75153
Introduction to Computer Modeling/Hamilton
TBA
14
12:40 pm - 2 pm
MW
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2011
Prereq., CAPP 120 or demonstrated computing experience. Problem solving and data modeling using computer productivity software. Emphasis using
spreadsheets and databases for data analysis. Formal presentation of results.
COM
160A
H1
3
75154
Oral Communications/Hamilton
TBA
14
6:10 pm - 9:00 pm
M
Introduction to techniques for preparing and delivering effective presentations as well as constructive criticism.
GEO
101N
H1
3
75178
Introduction to Physical Geology/Lecture/Hamilton
TBA
14
1:10 pm - 2:25 pm
MW
BCP 2
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
General geology including the work of wind, flowing water, glacial ice, gravity, earthquakes, volcanoes and plate tectonics in shaping the earth.
GEO
102N
H1
1
75179
Introduction to Physical Geology/Lab/Hamilton
TBA
14
1:10 - 3:00 pm
F
BCP 2
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Prereq. or coreq., any geoscience courses below GEO 130. A series of laboratory and field experiences designed around basic geologic processes and
materials. Familiarization with common minerals, rocks, land forms, and structures. Intended to provide laboratory experience with any geoscience
course below GEO 130.
M
65
H1
3
75155
Prealgebra/Hamilton
TBA
14
9:10 am - 10:30 am
TR
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Prereq., appropriate placement score. Arithmetic and basic algebra skills needed for Introductory Algebra. Topics include integers and rational numbers,
decimals and percentages with applications, ratios and proportions with applications, single variable linear equations with applications, introduction to
graphing, exponents, factoring, and an introduction to polynomials. Credit does not count toward a certificate or degree. Credit does not count toward
Associate of Arts, Associate of Applied Science, or Baccalaureate degrees.
M
90
H1
3
75156
Introductory Algebra/Hamilton
TBA
14
10:40 am - 12:00 pm TR
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Prereq., M 065 or appropriate placement score. Review of arithmetic principles of integers and rational numbers, linear equations in one or two
unknowns, and operations with polynomials and rational expressions. Credit does not count toward an Associate of Arts, Associate of Applied Science, or
Baccalaureate degree.
M
95
H1
3
75158
Intermediate Algebra/Hamilton
TBA
14
12:40 pm - 2 pm
TR
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Prereq., M 090 or appropriate placement score. Topics include linear equations and systems of linear equations, inequalities, applications and graphing;
polynomials; rational expressions and equations; radicals, rational exponents and complex numbers; quadratic equations; introduction to exponential and
logarithmic functions. Credit does not count toward Associate of Arts or Baccalaureate degrees.
BCP 2
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
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Dept
Course
Number
Section
Credits
CRN
M
115
H1
3
75159
M
121
H1
3
75161
PSCI
210S/Y
H1
3
75180
PSYX
100S
H1
4
75177
Introduction to Psychology/Hamilton
TBA
14
Introduction to the scientific study of behavior in humans and other animals.
SCN
100N
H1
3
75164
Issues in Biology/Hamilton
TBA
14
6:10 pm - 9:00 pm
T
BCP 2
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
An introductory course for students with little science background. This course explores several issues relating to human biology such as cancer, drug
abuse, population growth, and genetic engineering. Also includes discussions of fundamental biological concepts such as evolution, biodiversity, and basic
cell and molecular biology.
WRIT
95
H1
3
75166
Developmental Writing/Hamilton
TBA
14
6:10 pm - 7:30 pm
TR
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Prereq., placement or referral by WRIT 101 instructor. Designed for students who need instruction and practice integrating critical thinking, reading and
writing before entering the required first-year writing course. Credit does not count toward Associate of Arts or Baccalaureate degrees.
WRIT
101
H1
3
75167
College Writing I/Hamilton
TBA
14
7:40 pm - 9 pm
TR
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Prereq., WRIT 095 or passing score on placement test. Instruction and practice in both the expository writing and research process. Emphasis on the use of
specific techniques of writing to develop style, unity, clarity, and force of ideas, and structure. Students are expected to write without major errors in
sentence structure or mechanics.
WRIT
121
H1
3
75168
Introduction to Technical Writing/Hamilton
TBA
14
2:40 pm - 4 pm
MW
BCP 2
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Course assumes a basic computer literacy. Passing score on placement test or consent of instructor. Introduction to technical writing situations with
appropriate formats. Emphasis writing with document design and graphic placement introduced. Students are expected to write without major faults in
grammar or usage.
Course Title & Description
Instructor Capacity
Time
Days
Where
Date Range
Probability and Linear Math/Hamilton
TBA
14
4:10 pm - 5:30 pm
TR
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Prereq., M 090 with a grade of B- or better, M 095, or appropriate placement score. Systems of linear equations and matrix algebra. Introduction to
probability with emphasis on models and probabilistic reasoning. Examples of applications of the material in many fields.
College Algebra/Hamilton
TBA
14
2:10 pm - 3:30 pm
TR
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Prereq., M 095 or appropriate placement score. Intended to strengthen algebra skills. The study of functions and their inverses: polynomial, rational,
exponential, and logarithmic functions.
Introduction to American Government/Hamilton
TBA
14
6:10 pm - 9:00 pm
R
BCP 2
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Constitutional principles, structures, and the political processes of the national government.
6:10 pm - 7:30 pm
MW
BCP 1
Aug 30, 2010 - Dec 18, 2010
Montana Western in Hamilton, Fall 2010 Schedule of Courses
To enroll in a Montana Western in Hamilton course, contact Victoria Clark at (406) 375-0100 or victoria.clark@umontana.edu
ED
144
2
Creating an Environment for Learning
Marose
14
6:00 pm - 7:45 pm
W
BCP 2
Aug 23, 2010 - Dec 15, 2010
Explores the developmentally appropriate environment and its effect on the learner in the physical, cognitive, and social domains. It also deals with
planning for learning: units, scheduling, transitions, lesson planning, children’s safety, nutrition, and health.
ED
145
1
ED
240
2
Creating an Environment for Learning - Lab
Marose
14
6:00 pm - 7:45 pm
W
BCP 2
Aug 23, 2010 - Dec 15, 2010
Designing and implementing developmentally appropriate classroom arrangements, learning centers, schedules, lesson plans, and transitions. $5 Course
Fee.
Positive Child Discipline
Marose
14
7:45 pm - 9:30 pm
W
BCP 2
Aug 23, 2010 - Dec 15, 2010
Focuses on developing skills in using positive guidance techniques while enhancing children’s self-concept and developing children’s pro-social skills.
ED
241
1
Positive Child Discipline - Lab
Marose
14
7:45 pm - 9:30 pm
W
BCP 2
Aug 23, 2010 - Dec 15, 2010
Demonstration of skills in using positive guidance, establishing a prosocial environment, and implementing lessons that enhance self-concept and social
skills. $5 Course Fee.
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