University of Washington Division of Occupational Therapy
Prerequisite guide for Community College Courses
This list is provided for prospective applicants to assist them in identifying the prerequisite course equivalent at local community colleges. It is
not meant to be a comprehensive list of all courses in the Puget Sound region. Please note that some courses may not be listed; if needed,
please contact us for more clarification.
Natural Sciences
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Survey of Physiology
Human physiology (for non-majors).
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BIOL&241 Human A & P 1
Elementary human anatomy and physiology described and illustrated in lecture
and lab. Designed to establish a basis for studying clinically related subjects in
the paramedical fields. Prereq: BIOL& 160 or CHEM& 121 with a 2.0 or better
and ENGL& 101 eligibility. Transfer class.
And
BIOL&242 Human A & P 2
Continuation of BIOL& 241 . Prereq: BIOL& 241 with a 2.0 or better, ENGL& 101
eligibility. Transfer class.
General Anatomy
Survey of human anatomy with correlated lectures and lab. Includes: human skeletal system, muscles,
joints, neuroanatomy, circulatory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system.
*Please note that many community colleges in Washington State offer a two course series called
Anatomy & Physiology. If you take this, be sure to take both courses in the series.
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BIOL&241 Human A & P 1
Elementary human anatomy and physiology described and illustrated in lecture
and lab. Designed to establish a basis for studying clinically related subjects in
the paramedical fields. Prereq: BIOL& 160 or CHEM& 121 with a 2.0 or better
and ENGL& 101 eligibility. Transfer class.
And
BIOL&242 Human A & P 2
Continuation of BIOL& 241 . Prereq: BIOL& 241 with a 2.0 or better, ENGL& 101
eligibility.Transfer class.
Principles of Chemistry
Atoms and molecules, their interactions with energy, and their reactions; emphasizes impact of chemistry
on everyday life.
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CHEM&121 Intro to Chemistry
General chemistry for non-science majors. Completion of CHEM& 121 and
CHEM& 131 fulfills chemistry requirement for many health science majors
(nursing). This course covers the fundamentals of chemistry which includes:
structure of atom/molecules, thermodynamics, stoichiometry, equilibrium and
Questions? Contact the Academic Counselor at 206-598-5764 or [email protected]
University of Washington Division of Occupational Therapy
Prerequisite guide for Community College Courses
This list is provided for prospective applicants to assist them in identifying the prerequisite course equivalent at local community colleges. It is
not meant to be a comprehensive list of all courses in the Puget Sound region. Please note that some courses may not be listed; if needed,
please contact us for more clarification.
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acid base chemistry. Prereq: MATH 098 or better or placement test above MATH
098 or by instructor permission. Transfer class.
CHEM&131 Introduction To Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry
Structure, properties and reactions of various organic compounds, including
hydrocarbons, alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and amines.
Students will use this information as foundation for examining complex
compounds found in living systems: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic
acids. Laboratory activities extend lecture concepts and introduce the student to
analysis and separation techniques. Prereq: CHEM& 121 with a 2.0 or better.
Transfer class.
Basic Statistics
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MATH&146 Introduction to Statistics
(Formerly MATH 109) Covers descriptive methods, probability and probability
distributions, samples, decisions, hypothesis testing, statistical inferences,
analysis of variance and regression, applications. Fulfills QSR requirement for
A.A. degree. Prereq: MATH 098 with a 2.5 or better. Transfer class.
Social Sciences
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Abnormal Psychology
An overview of major categories of psychopathology, including description and classification, theoretical
models, and recent research on etiology and treatment.
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PSYC&220 Abnormal Psychology
Introduction to behaviors, theories and causes of mental disorders and the legal
and ethical considerations associated with intervention. Study schizophrenia,
depression, Alzheimer's disease and phobias, among others. Transfer class.
Developmental Psychology
An analysis of psychological development of the child in relation to biological, physical, and sociological
antecedent conditions from infancy to adolescence. Courses including development through the life span
are acceptable.
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PSYC&200 Lifespan Psychology
Survey of human physical, psychological, and social development from
conception through death. Emphasis on major developmental theories, research
Questions? Contact the Academic Counselor at 206-598-5764 or [email protected]
University of Washington Division of Occupational Therapy
Prerequisite guide for Community College Courses
This list is provided for prospective applicants to assist them in identifying the prerequisite course equivalent at local community colleges. It is
not meant to be a comprehensive list of all courses in the Puget Sound region. Please note that some courses may not be listed; if needed,
please contact us for more clarification.
and research methods of studying life-span development. Prereq: PSYC& 100.
Transfer class.
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Survey of Sociology
Human interaction, social institutions, social stratification, socialization, deviance, social control, social
and cultural change.
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SOC&101 Intro to Sociology
Social interaction and human behavior. Covers culture, socialization, deviance,
sexuality. Transfers as first class in sociology.
--OR-Sociocultural Anthropology
Comparison of lifeways of various non-Western and Western peoples.
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ANTH&206 Cultural Anthropology
Intro to human culture, including social organization, economics, political
systems, religion, technology, values, art and language. Cultural perspective
focuses on contemporary literate and pre-literate societies. Transfer class.
Questions? Contact the Academic Counselor at 206-598-5764 or [email protected]