Summer 2025 Course Addendum
Adult Education (ADED)
ADED 610 Career Education Teaching Strategies
(Formerly ADLTED 610) 0 Unit/4 hours laboratory for 2 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 601.
Description: This course provides an overview of Career Education (CE) programs and expectations to content area experts in private industry and governmental positions to apply for adjunct teaching jobs in Adult Education and Career Education departments. Topics focus on strategies for teaching in CE areas as well as understanding Non-credit Adult Education CE learners.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 613 Strategies for Teaching Students with Disabilities
(Formerly ADLTED 613) 0 Unit/8 hours laboratory for 1 week. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 601.
Description: This course is designed to introduce new or potential teachers in Adult Education and Career Technical Education Programs to working with students with disabilities in a higher education setting. Topics will cover: laws and regulations, types of disabilities and appropriate/legal accommodations, and strategies for working with students with disabilities.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 721 Workplace Arithmetic--Part 1
(Formerly ADLTED 721) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 9 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Students will apply math concepts and problem-solving strategies to specific trades and industries. Skill areas to be covered include basic operations of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 730 First Aid, CPR, and AED
(Formerly ADLTED 730) 0 Unit/4 hours laboratory for 2 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this course, students will learn the basics of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and First Aid emergency response skills which enable them to give immediate care to a person who has been injured or is experiencing a sudden illness. This course satisfies first-time and renewal certifications, but does not satisfy the requirement for healthcare providers.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 731.1 Child Care Provider 1: Professional Operations and Licensing
(Formerly ADLTED 731.1) 0 Unit/3.25 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Introduction to requirements for obtaining a license as a family home care provider. The course focuses on the National Association for Education of Young Children (NAEYC) code of ethical conduct and the Ten Program Standards as well as California's licensing procedures. Topics emphasize professionalism, health and safety, nutrition, and licensing regulations.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 731.2 Child Care Provider 2: Curriculum and Program Development
(Formerly ADLTED 731.2) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course completion of ADLTED 731.1.
Description: Introduction to developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant curriculum in early childhood settings (birth to age 8). Students will develop age-appropriate activities and plan effective learning environments for children in a family child day care setting.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 731.3 Child Care Provider 3: Child Development
(Formerly ADLTED 731.3) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course completion of ADLTED731.1 and ADLTED731.2.
Description: Introduction to the theories of child development and developmental milestones that guide healthy growth and development of children from birth to age 8. The role of the child care provider as a communicator with families and children will be explored.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 737.1 Personal Care Attendant 1: Basic Care
(Formerly ADLTED 737.1) 0 Unit/6 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Introduction to entry-level Personal Care Attendant skills, including non-medically directed personal care and home management activities. Emphasis is on understanding and working with older patients, caregiver ethics and skills, home safety, physical movement, communication, nutrition, medical guidelines, elder and dependent adult abuse, and workforce preparation.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 737.2 Personal Care Attendant 2: Dementia and End of Life Care
(Formerly ADLTED 737.2) 0 Unit/6 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADED 737.1 ( or ADLTED 737.1).
Description: Introduction to caregiving skills for patients with dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. Emphasis is on types and causes of dementia, principles of end-of-life care, advanced planning, emotional issues related to death and dying, cultural diversity as related to death and dying, and community resources to support families and caregivers.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 737.3 Personal Care Attendant 3: Practicum
(Formerly ADLTED 737.3) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Completion of ADLTED 737.1 and 737.2.
Description: This course provides students with opportunities to interact with patients/clients in a variety of care settings. The focus of the course is on understanding and learning to work with a variety of patients/clients in order to better adapt to the care setting.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 739 Carpentry Tool Use and Safety
(Formerly ADLTED 739) 0 Unit/7 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in ADED 740 ( or ADLTED 740). Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 744 and ADLTED 746.
Description: In this course, students will learn about the safe and proper use of hand and power tools in residential carpentry. Students will also learn basic carpentry skills and use tools in basic carpentry projects.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 740 OSHA 10 Certification Preparation
(Formerly ADLTED 740) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 7 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this industrial and construction safety course for entry-level workers, students will learn to recognize and prevent hazards on a job site. Occupational Safety Health Association (OSHA) recommends Safety Certification Training Program courses as an orientation to occupational safety and health for workers covered by OSHA standards, on the specific hazards of the job. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a 10-hour Construction Safety Certification completion card.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 741 Forklift Operation--Sitting and Standing
(Formerly ADLTED 741) 0 Unit/4 hours laboratory for 2 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Students will learn how to drive a forklift safely, sitting and standing, and will practice operating a forklift.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 742.1 Hardscaping 1: Irrigation
(Formerly ADLTED 742.1) 0 Unit/2.5 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This course introduces students to non-plant landscaping with an emphasis on industry-specific terminology related to water use. Students will practice communication skills using common phrases for interacting with clients or future employers. Students will study landscape planning, irrigation systems, graywater and stormwater capture, tools, air quality, workplace safety, and employment opportunities.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 742.2 Hardscaping 2: Non-Plant Features
(Formerly ADLTED 742.2) 0 Unit/2.5 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to different types of hardscaping non-plant features such as walls, pathways, fences, seating, decks, and pergolas and gazebos. Students will also learn to read and interpret a landscape design plan.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 743 Softscape: Plants and Environmental Conditions
(Formerly ADLTED 743) 0 Unit/5 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Concurrent Enrollment in ADLTED 745.3.
Description: In this course, students will gain softscape knowledge of green gardening and landscaping with emphasis on occupation-specific terminology and communication skills using common phrases for interacting with clients or future employers. Topics include plant identification, selection and care, plant irrigation needs, landscaping plans, safe use of hand and power tools, and workplace readiness.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 744 Survey of the Building Trades and Construction Industry
(Formerly ADLTED 744) 0 Unit/4 hours laboratory for 12.5 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this course, students learn about the construction industry, the building design process, construction project process, and roles and responsibilities of those involved: clients, architects, engineers, contractors, project managers, technicians, sub-contractors, workers, suppliers, regulatory agencies, bankers, lawyers, and the public. Students also learn about career opportunities in the construction industry.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 746 Introduction to Plan Reading for Building Trades
(Formerly ADLTED 746) 0 Unit/2.5 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 744; AND Course Completion of ADLTED 721 OR ADLTED 722.
Description: This course introduces students to reading and interpreting construction plan views, section cuts, elevations, and details for construction purposes. Students will learn to accurately apply measurements in drawings to varying scales and estimate material quantities for projects from building plans.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 747A Carpentry I
(Formerly ADLTED 747A) 0 Unit/8 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course. Prerequisite: Course Completion of ADED 740 and ADED 739. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 744 and ADLTED 721 and ADLTED 746.
Description: In this course, students will learn fundamental carpentry skills involved in residential framing including techniques, materials, tools, and equipment. Students will also learn about safe tool use, the basics of building codes, and working on a crew. This course will focus on floor and wall systems.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 747B Carpentry II
(Formerly ADLTED 747B) 0 Unit/8 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course. Prerequisite: Course Completion of ADED 740 and ADED 739 and ADED 747A. Recommended: Course Completion of ADED 744 ( or ADLTED 744) and Course Completion of ADED 721 ( or ADLTED 721) and Course Completion of ADED 746 ( or ADLTED 746).
Description: In this course, students will continue to learn fundamental carpentry skills involved in residential framing including techniques, materials, tools, and equipment. Students will also learn about safe tool use, the basics of building codes, and working on a crew. This course will focus on roof, ceiling, and stair systems.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 748.1 Edible Landscaping
(Formerly ADLTED 748.1) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADED 744 ( or ADLTED 744).
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to designing, growing, and harvesting edible plants in the landscape with a focus on fruits and vegetables.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 748.2 Introduction to Nursery Operations
(Formerly ADLTED 748.2) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADED 744 ( or ADLTED 744).
Description: Introduction to plant propagation and production practices with emphasis on nursery operations.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 748.3 Fire Resilient Landscaping
(Formerly ADLTED 748.3) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 13 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADED 740 ( or ADLTED 740).
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to residential and commercial landscape and building maintenance practices that reduce risk of structure loss during wildfire and guide safe and effective post-fire mitigation and clean-up. Students will learn principles for fire risk reduction; structure hardening; defensible space; safe and proper use of appropriate tools and equipment; considerations for worker safety and worker rights; relevant laws and regulations; and appropriate prioritization and execution of actions to reduce fire risk. Working under the supervision of qualified professionals, students will visit and/or perform work at selected site(s) as appropriate.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 748.4 Introduction to Tree Maintenance and Pruning
(Formerly ADLTED 748.4) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Students will learn and practice the basics of tree pruning and maintenance.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 748.5 Introduction to Sprinkler Repair and Maintenance
(Formerly ADLTED 748.5) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADED 742.1 ( or ADLTED 742.1 or ADLTED 742).
Description: This course introduces students to the basics of irrigation systems with particular focus on: repairing sprinklers and damaged lines; raising, lowering, and relocating sprinkler heads; troubleshooting the main assembly.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 748.6 Landscape Equipment Operations
(Formerly ADLTED 748.6) 0 Unit/6 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Students will learn about pre-operation, operation, and post-operation maintenance of a variety of commonly used types of landscape equipment. Much of the course focuses on hands-on operation of landscape equipment in safe and effective ways.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 749.1 OSHA 30--Construction Industry Procedures
(Formerly ADLTED 749.1) 0 Unit/6 hours laboratory for 10 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Outreach Training Program for the Construction Industry teaches construction workers about their rights, employer responsibilities, how to file a complaint, as well as how to identify, abate, avoid, and prevent job-related hazards. Course satisfies the 30-hour requirement for construction industry training.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 749.2 OSHA 30--General Industry Procedures
(Formerly ADLTED 749.2) 0 Unit/6 hours laboratory for 6 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Outreach Training Program for the General Industry teaches workers about their rights, employer responsibilities, how to file a complaint, as well as how to identify, abate, avoid, and prevent job-related hazards. Course satisfies the 30-hour requirement for general industry training.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 750 General Contractor License Preparation
(Formerly ADLTED 750) 0 Unit/6 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this course, students will learn about the prequalifications, application process, required documentation, and the financial and legal obligations of General Contractors. Students will also review the laws, codes, and skills covered on the Contractor's State License Board (CSLB) General Building Contractor (B) licensing exam.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 751 How to Start a Small Business
(Formerly ADLTED 751) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this first course in a 3-course series, students will build knowledge and skills, and learn the requirements to start a small business. Students will analyze the requirements for success in business, assess risks and rewards, examine legal considerations, and ascertain the best use of professional assistance.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 752 Small Business Financing
(Formerly ADLTED 752) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this second course in a 3-course series, students will learn about the financial aspects of operating a small business. Students will analyze and apply topics in credit and personal budgeting, financial record-keeping, managing cash flow, banking, choosing an adequate record-keeping system, and financing to small business operations.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 753 Marketing for a Small Business
(Formerly ADLTED 753) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 751 and ADLTED 752.
Description: In this third course in a 3-course series, students will learn strategies to successfully market a small business. Students will examine and analyze consumer behavior, identify target market segments, price for profitability, and select promotional tactics and how to integrate these marketing functions into an effective marketing plan.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 754.1 Introduction to Basic Tax Law
(Formerly ADLTED 754.1) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this first course of a 2-course series, students will be prepared to file federal and state tax returns for clients and/or volunteer for the free tax preparation program, such as EarnIt! KeepIt! SaveIt! In this course, students will learn basic tax law, which includes the following topics: determining filing status and exemptions, determining taxable income, determining adjusted gross income, computing tax and credits, applying refundable credits, and computing payments/refund.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 754.2 Tax Return Preparation and Filing
(Formerly ADLTED 754.2) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADED 754.1 ( or ADLTED 754.1).
Description: In this second course of a 2-course series, students will be prepared to file personal federal and state tax return and/or volunteer for the free tax preparation program, such as EarnIt! KeepIt! SaveIt! In this course, students will learn how to: navigate the IRS website to find information, prepare and file a federal and state tax return using programs such as MyFreeTaxes and TaxSlayer, renew or apply for a new Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN), make payments to the IRS and track the status of a refund.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 756 Managing a Small Business
(Formerly ADLTED 756) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 9 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This course is designed for students who are interested in improving and growing their small business. Students will learn small business management principles including leadership development, business dynamics, sales and services, finances, and human resources.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 761.1 Basic Computer Operations 1
(Formerly ADLTED 761.1) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this first course in a 3-course series, the student will begin to build competency in basic computer operations. This first course introduces the student to basic functions and uses of the computer including: using the keyboard and mouse, browsing the internet, and creating and using an email account for sending and replying to messages.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 761.2 Basic Computer Operations 2
(Formerly ADLTED 761.2) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 761.1.
Description: In this second course in a 3-course series the student will continue to build competency in basic computer operations. This course introduces the student to basic functions and uses of the computer for more complex email actions, online shopping, using classified websites, online bill paying, and creating and saving an Microsoft (MS) Word document.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 761.3 Basic Computer Operations 3
(Formerly ADLTED 761.3) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 9 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course completion of ADLTED 761.2.
Description: In this third course in a 3-course series the student will continue to build competency in basic computer operations. The student will build their skills in the basic functions and uses of the computer, including: creating and editing email contacts and distribution lists; creating a vacation responder and filters; searching for mail and recalling an email in Gmail; creating events and invitations in Google Calendar; using cut, copy, and paste in Microsoft (MS) Word.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 762.1 Computer Operations for the Workplace 1
(Formerly ADLTED 762.1) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 761.3.
Description: This is the first course in a 5-course series to build competency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for personal and professional use. Students will learn to create a variety of documents, format text and paragraphs, and use formatting techniques to stylize a document in Microsoft (MS) Word.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 762.2 Computer Operations for the Workplace 2
(Formerly ADLTED 762.2) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED762.1.
Description: This is the second course in a 5-course series to build competency in Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for personal and professional use. Students will learn to insert and format pictures, shapes, text boxes, tables and charts, and add a page border to create a variety of documents in MS Word.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 762.3 Computer Operations for the Workplace 3
(Formerly ADLTED 762.3) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course completion of ADLTED 762.2.
Description: This is the third course in a 5-course series to build competency in Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for personal and professional use. The student will learn the basic features of MS Excel to create and format simple worksheets.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 762.4 Computer Operations for the Workplace 4
(Formerly ADLTED 762.4) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Completion of ADLTED 762.3.
Description: In this fourth course of a 5-course series, students will build competency in MS Office Suite. This course will focus on Excel for personal and professional use. Students will learn to create more advanced worksheets using formulas, tables, charts, and graphs.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 762.5 Computer Operations for the Workplace 5
(Formerly ADLTED 762.5) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Completion of ADLTED 762.4.
Description: In this fifth course of a 5-course series, students will build competency in MS Office Suite. This course will focus on PowerPoint for personal and professional use. Students will learn how to create and format PowerPoint presentations.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 763.1 Social Media for Business 1
(Formerly ADLTED 763.1) 0 Unit/1.5 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 753 or ADLTED 762.1 or ADLTED 762.2 or ADLTED 762.3 or ADLTED 762.4 or ADLTED 762.5.
Description: This course is designed for students who want to build and grow their business's marketing through different social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram. Students will learn to create and manage their social media presence for their business.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 763.2 Social Media for Business 2
(Formerly ADLTED 763.2) 0 Unit/1.5 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Completion of ADLTED 763.1.
Description: This course is designed for students who want to build and grow their business' marketing through different social media platforms such as TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and WhatsApp. Students will learn to create and manage a business page in each of these platforms while following social media user guidelines and restrictions.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 763.3 Social Media for Businesses 3: YouTube
(Formerly ADLTED 763.3) 0 Unit/1.5 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Completion of ADLTED 763.2.
Description: This course is designed for students who want to build and grow their business's marketing through YouTube. Students will create and manage a YouTube channel for their business while properly applying YouTube's user guidelines.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 764 Introduction to Student Information Systems
(Formerly ADLTED 764) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 2 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADED 761.1 ( or ADLTED 761.1 or ADLTED 761).
Description: For students who are preparing to work in educational settings, this course is an introduction to the basic functions and uses of the computer as they relate to using a school district's programs, website, and student information systems.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 764.1 Google Tools and Applications- Part 1: Drive and Docs
(Formerly ADLTED 764.1) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course completion of ADLTED 761.2 OR ADLTED 761.3.
Description: This is the first course in a 5-course series to build competency in web-based applications and programs for personal and professional use. Students will advance their knowledge of the Google suite of apps: Google Drive and Docs. Students will learn how to create, edit, share, and collaborate on files in Google Drive and Docs, and understand their purpose and use in a personal and professional setting.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 764.2 Google Tools and Applications- Part 2: Sheets
(Formerly ADLTED 764.2) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course completion of ADLTED 764.1.
Description: This is the second course in a 5-course series to build competency in web-based applications and programs for personal and professional use. Students will advance their knowledge of Google Sheets, part of the Google suite of apps. The student will learn how to create, edit, share, and collaborate on files in Google Sheets and understand their purpose and use in a personal and professional setting.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 764.3 Google Tools and Applications- Part 3: Slides
(Formerly ADLTED 764.3) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course completion of ADLTED 764.1 or ADLTED 764.2.
Description: This is the third course in a 5-course series to build competency in web-based applications and programs for personal and professional use. The student will advance their knowledge of Google Slides, part of the Google suite of apps. The student will learn how to create a presentation, add visual elements, apply textual formatting, import and convert a presentation and share a presentation.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 764.4 Google Tools and Applications- Part 4: Forms and Blogger
(Formerly ADLTED 764.4) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Completion of ADLTED 764.1, or ADLTED 764.2, or ADLTED 764.3.
Description: In this fourth course of a 5-course series, students will build competency in web-based applications and programs for personal and professional use. In this course, students will advance their knowledge of Google Forms and Blogger. Upon completion of the course, students will know how to create, edit, share, and send Google Forms. Students will also be able to create and manage a blog using Google Blogger.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 764.5 Google Tools and Applications- Part 5: Photos and Sites
(Formerly ADLTED 764.5) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 12 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Completion of ADLTED 764.1, or ADLTED 764.2, or ADLTED 764.3, or ADLTED 764.4.
Description: In this fifth course of a 5-course series, students build competency in web-based applications and programs for personal and professional use. In this course, students will advance their knowledge of Google Photos and Sites. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to manage, organize, and share photos utilizing Google Photos. Students will also be able to create, personalize, preview, and, publish a Google Site.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 766.1 Workforce Preparation 1: Soft Skills in the Workplace
(Formerly ADLTED 766.1) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 6 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this first course of a three-part series in workforce preparation, students will focus on essential soft skills for success in the workplace, such as roles in the workplace and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 766.2 Workforce Preparation 2: Lifelong Learning/Professionalism
(Formerly ADLTED 766.2) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 6 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADED 766.1 ( or ADLTED 766.1).
Description: In this second course of a three-part series in workforce preparation, students will develop lifelong learning skills, problem solving skills, and professionalism for success in the workplace.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 766.3 Workforce Preparation 3: Communication, Customer Service
(Formerly ADLTED 766.3) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 6 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 766.1 and ADLTED 766.2.
Description: In this third course of a three-part series in workforce preparation, students will focus on communication, customer service, and conflict resolution for success in the workplace.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 766.5 Workforce Preparation 5: Transition To Careers: Practicum
(Formerly ADLTED 766.5) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to the necessary information, resources, choices, strategies, and decision-making processes used to transition to a career. Students will gain a better understanding of the recruiting, onboarding, training, and management practices of industry and public employers, workflow in the job environment, and professional expectations and interactions through observation of and reflection on the job environment.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 766.7 Workforce Preparation 7: Introduction to Workplace Writing
(Formerly ADLTED 766.7) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 9 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADED 766.3 ( or ADLTED 766.3).
Description: Students will use common workplace vocabulary and terms, as they apply to writing in sentences, paragraphs, and short letters, memos, instructions, reports, and emails. Students will review basic English fundamentals emphasizing effective grammatical usage, effective sentence construction, punctuation, and spelling.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 771 Customer Service
(Formerly ADLTED 771) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 9 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Introduction to principles and techniques for delivering outstanding customer service. Students will examine the attributes of customer service-oriented businesses and development of appropriate customer service skills.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 791 Personal Finance
(Formerly ADLTED 791) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 9 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: In this course, students will gain the basic building blocks of financial literacy. Students will learn about personal financial management skills, positive banking relations, and financial security. Topics include personal budgeting, savings, credit, banking services, and consumer installment loans.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsADED 792 Planning for the Financial Future
(Formerly ADLTED 792) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory for 8 weeks. Non-Credit Course. Recommended: Course Completion of ADLTED 723.
Description: Students will learn to review an individual financial situation, develop financial goals for retirement, and identify appropriate means to achieve these goals. Topics will include financial goal setting, life insurance, different types of retirement accounts, and investment options.
Exempt From Repeat Provisions
Advanced Manufacturing Technology (MACH)
MACH 163 Metrology
(Formerly MACH 53) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in MACH 51A; and Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in IED 90A or APTE 90A. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100 or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Description: Metrology is the study of the science of precision weights, measurement, and inspection used in manufacturing. Students will become familiar with all types of handheld electronic and optical measuring devices. Visits to local industries utilizing Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and related inspection devices are included. Print reading will be used as a vehicle to support Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) inspection standards. Class also includes study of International Standards Organization (ISO), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) inspection standards.
Agriculture (AGRI)
AGRI 56 Agricultural Enterprise Project
(Formerly AG 56) 2-4 Units/Up to 1 hour lecture, 9 hours by arrangement. P/NP Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in any of the following courses: AGRI 20, AGRI 60, ANSC 20, EQSC 25, NRM 60, NRM 70, VIT 51, or WINE 3. Limits on enrollment: Approval of the project proposal by sponsoring faculty, Department Chair and Supervising Administrator.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In consultation with instructor, students will select a specific agricultural/horticultural/forestry crop, commodity, or product and develop an enterprise project, using the resources at Shone Farm or other locations (with instructor's approval). Projects involve field experience in production and management techniques, marketing methods, and eventual sale of the chosen agricultural/horticultural/forestry crop, commodity, or product.
Agriculture Business (AGBU)
AGBU 2 Agricultural Computer Applications
(Formerly AGBUS 2) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent and Course Completion of CS 5.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: AG - AB 108
Description: Computer use in the workplace with emphasis on agribusiness situations. Use of software applications including Microsoft office, presentation manager, Google applications to develop documents and tools for agribusinesses. Also included in this course will be the strategies and techniques for using current online sales and marketing tools in agribusiness.
AGBU 7 Agricultural Economics
(Formerly AGBUS 7) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent and Eligibility for MATH 155 OR MATH 154.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: AG - AB 124
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D
Description: Introduction to factors affecting demand and supply for food, fiber and agricultural inputs. Evaluating factors of production, production costs, market structure, price system and their applications in agriculture. Examine local and federal policies and implications for agribusiness and trade.
AGBU 56 Introduction to Agriculture Business and Management
(Formerly AGBUS 56) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
C-ID: AG - AB 104
Description: In this course students will explore the structure and organization of agricultural businesses. Students will identify and discuss the requirements for establishing agricultural businesses, funding sources, principles of financial management and decision-making. Students will also examine the economic aspects of agriculture, food systems and the implications for consumers and communities.
AGBU 61 Agricultural Marketing
(Formerly AGBUS 61) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Survey of marketing aspects of the agriculture industry. An overview of the structure and institutional aspects of the marketing system including global agricultural markets. Develop and present effective marketing plans for value-added commodities. Conduct industry studies of the marketing of selected locally grown commodities.
AGBU 105 Agricultural Finance
(Formerly AGBUS 105) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) ; AND MATH 150.
Description: In this introductory course, students will explore federal agricultural loan and credit programs, agricultural lending, financing options, private equity investment, venture capital, financial institutions, financial and investment analysis. In addition, students will examine financial risk, insurance, futures exchanges, legal aspects of agricultural finance, and the principles and practices for financing different forms of legal business organizations in agriculture.
AGBU 151 Agriculture Leadership
(Formerly AGBUS 151) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: In this course, students will study leadership theories and practices and their applications in agricultural organizations. The content is organized to provide students the skills for understanding group dynamics, leadership development, effective communication, agriculture literacy, and advocacy within private and public agriculture organizations. Students will gain practical experience through planning and participating in a number of community and outreach events in the agriculture industry.
AGBU 152 Agriculture Mentor Training
(Formerly AGBUS 152) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course is designed to prepare students for a variety of leadership roles in agricultural organizations. Experiences will be gained through participating and leading in several activities including leadership training, agriculture literacy events, student recruitment, mentorship, and planning/implementing/evaluating events within the agriculture industry.
Agriculture Mechanics (AGME)
AGME 50 Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Skills
(Formerly AGMEC 50) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will examine design principles, selection, maintenance, adjustment, and safe operation of wheel and track-type tractors used in the agriculture and construction industries. This course emphasizes proper techniques for the operation and service of common farm implements.
AGME 163 Small Gasoline Engines
(Formerly AGMEC 163) 2 Units/1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: The practical aspects of the repair and safe operation of small gasoline engines are emphasized. Troubleshooting, disassembly, repair, reassembly and appropriate use of engines found on equipment such as lawn mowers, rototillers, blowers, weed eaters, etc., are covered.
Animal Science (ANSC)
ANSC 2 Introduction to Farm Animal Health
(Formerly ANSCI 2) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: AG - AS 136L
Description: In this course students will explore common livestock diseases and fundamentals of immunity. Students will also discuss the role of livestock technicians in promoting animal health and the foundation of disease control programs.
ANSC 20 Basic Animal Science
(Formerly ANSCI 20) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: AG - AS 104
GE: AA/AS area C
Description: In this course, students will examine different aspects of the livestock industry including animal anatomy, physiology, nutrition, genetics and epidemiology. Students will also evaluate scientific and economic trends, and career opportunities in animal agriculture.
ANSC 27 Beef Cattle Science
(Formerly ANSCI 27) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: AG - AS 108L
Description: A study of the principles of purebred and commercial beef cattle production throughout the World, United States, and California. Emphasis to be placed on the importance of breeds, breeding principles, selection, nutrition, environmental management, health, marketing, and recordkeeping to ensure scientifically based management decisions of beef cattle.
ANSC 29 Dairy Cattle Industry/Dairy Cattle Science
(Formerly ANSCI 29) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: AG - AS 112L
Description: History, development and management strategy of the dairy industry. General information on the economics of dairy production and management including trends, selection, culling, genetics, reproduction and production management; employment opportunities will be covered as well.
ANSC 52 Meat Science
(Formerly ANSCI 52) 3 Units/2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course is an introduction to the meat industry with a special emphasis on meat products and value added meat processing techniques. It includes concepts of food safety and sanitation, grading and inspection along with preservation and marketing strategies to meet current consumer demands.
ANSC 61 Livestock Feeding and Nutrition
(Formerly ANSCI 61) 3 Units/2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course covers the science of animal nutrition, the fundamentals of digestion and absorption in both ruminants and non-ruminants, and basic functions of major nutrient classes. The nutritive value of feeds as they relate to the formulation of livestock rations, including by-product feeding, will be emphasized. Feed processing and nutrient requirements will also be discussed.
ANSC 91 Rangeland Management
(Formerly ANSCI 91) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Basic principles of range management as they apply to various regions and vegetative types. Relationship of range management practices to livestock production, wildlife management, forestry, hydrology and other land uses. Field trip participation required.
ANSC 134 Livestock Reproduction
(Formerly ANSCI 134) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: In this introductory course, students will explore basic genetic principles combined with the study of the anatomical and physiological aspects of reproduction as it relates to equine and livestock management. Students will also learn reproductive aspects including endocrinology, estrous cycles, mating behaviors, gametogenesis, conception, gestation, parturition, and maternal behaviors. Artificial insemination, embryo manipulation, and current innovations in productive biotechnology will also be examined.
ANSC 153 Sustainable Agriculture Production Systems with Animals
(Formerly ANSCI 153) 3 Units/2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: In this course, students will explore the integration of livestock as part of a sustainable farming system with emphasis on small-scale production for niche markets and pasture-based-systems. Students will learn appropriate breed selection, nutrition and living requirements for livestock such as goats, hogs, sheep, poultry and cattle. Current applications of sustainable animal agriculture including the challenges of animal production, animal needs, animal welfare, and protection of the environment and resources for future food supply systems will also be covered in this course.
ANSC 171 Livestock Behavior and Humane Management
(Formerly ANSCI 171) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: Introduction to livestock behavior and the evolution of behavioral traits. Introduces practical handling concepts and facilities design, to facilitate low-stress methods of livestock management. Explores the benefits of keeping animals calm, including safer working conditions, higher yields of marketable product, better-quality product, and more humane conditions.
Anthropology (ANTH)
ANTH 1 Biological Anthropology
(Formerly ANTHRO 1) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: ANTH 110
GE: AA/AS areas C,H;CSU area B2;IGETC area 5B
Description: In this introductory, broad survey course, students will study human evolution and humans as organisms, with an emphasis on a bio-cultural approach. The course will cover the history and modern synthesis of evolutionary theory; study primate behavior and comparative anatomy; examine dating techniques and the fossil record; and critically assess past and future human/environmental relationships including issues concerning future adaptation.
ANTH 1L Biological Anthropology Lab
(Formerly ANTHRO 1L) 1 Unit/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in ANTH 1 ( or ANTHRO 1).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: CSU area B3;IGETC area 5C
Description: This is an introductory laboratory course where students use scientific methodology to explore and experiment with topics from Introduction to Biological Anthropology (ANTHRO 1) lectures. Students will examine the scientific method, evolutionary theory, cell biology, genetics, human osteology, primate anatomy and social behavior, and the human fossil record. Additional topics may include human biological variation, medical anthropology, forensic anthropology, environmental challenges to hominins, and human impact on the environment.
ANTH 2 Cultural Anthropology
(Formerly ANTHRO 2) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: ANTH 120
GE: AA/AS areas D,H;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: An exploration of human cultural diversity and interrelationships on a global scale. In this introductory, broad survey course, students will compare and analyze traditions such as kinship, religion, magic, political systems, economic systems, language, forms of social stratification and identity, gender roles and stereotypes, and human relationship to nature through the lens of anthropological research past and present.
ANTH 3 Introduction to Archaeology
(Formerly ANTHRO 3) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: ANTH 150
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: Introduction to archaeology as the scientific study of the human past through analyses of material remains. The course reviews archaeological methods of survey, excavation, laboratory analysis, interpretation and publication; the history of archaeological theory; the development and implementation of Cultural Resource Management (CRM); and ethical principles guiding modern archaeological practice. Selected cultural sequences are integrated into the course to highlight the ways in which archaeological practice has contributed to our knowledge of the past.
ANTH 4 Ancient Peoples and Society
(Formerly ANTHRO 4) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: Introduction to essential topics in world ancient history using cross-cultural, comparative examples from the archaeological record.
ANTH 5 The Anthropology of Language, Communication, and Culture
(Formerly ANTHRO 5) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: Language is fundamental to our human lives. Creating meals, providing shelter, expressing humor and love, provoking fights and forging agreements, people communicate how they perceive and navigate the world. Students in this course use an anthropological perspective to study how the power of culture fashions language between and among the smallest communities to the largest societies. We delve into the structure of language, including the bio-cultural basis of how sounds are made and produced, and we study the unique culture histories of our global language families. We explore how language changes over time by means of cultural acts and social mingling. Importantly, we study issues of language loss and conservation.
ANTH 19 Forensic Anthropology
(Formerly ANTHRO 19) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent and Course Completion of ANTH 1 ( or ANTHRO 1).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU area B2;IGETC area 5B
Description: Students in this class will be introduced to the field of forensic anthropology and the role that forensic anthropologists play in crime scene investigation. Throughout the course, students will master the techniques used to assess age, sex, trauma, pathology, and cause of death from the human skeleton within a medico-legal context.
ANTH 21 American Folklore and Folklife
(Formerly ANTHRO 21) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas D,G;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: Students in this course will study a range of the forms and functions of American oral traditions and folklife customs. We will analyze myths, legends, proverbs, humor, life cycle events, folk architecture, foodways and other folklore/life traditions in American communities and neighborhood settings. Cultural comparisons will include no less than three of the following groups: African American, Asian American, Chicano/Latino American, European American, Indigenous Peoples of the Americas, and Americans of Middle Eastern Origin.
ANTH 30 Anthropology of Globalization
(Formerly ANTHRO 30) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent and Course Completion of ANTH 2 ( or ANTHRO 2).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas D,H;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: An examination of anthropological perspectives and methods used to understand the phenomenon known as globalization. Students briefly study the historical processes of colonization including European and how they relate to the contemporary dynamics of globalization. Students then explore how the processes of globalization influence cultural dynamics in areas such as economy, technology, politics, social dynamics, religion, and language in different societies around the world.
ANTH 31 Mesoamerican Origins of Latino Culture
(Formerly ANTHRO 31) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas E,G;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: Various societies in Mesoamerica are known for their monumental architecture, ritualized sacrifice, astronomical calculations, complex calendars, writing systems, and vast trade networks. How did all of these cultural phenomenon develop over time? Why and when did the various societies collapse? What traditions remain intact? Which practices have been shared throughout the world? Students in this course will study the cultural evolution of this region beginning with the peopling of the land, to the emergence of village life and domestication of foods. We study the formation of dense urban societies that became centers of religious, economic and military powers, including those that were eventually encountered by Spanish invaders and reshaped to become the contemporary societies known today.
ANTH 32 Native Cultures of North America
(Formerly ANTHRO 32) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas D,G;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: In this course, students will engage in an ethnographic survey of the Native cultures of North America, including the Native responses to other Indigenous cultures and societies, European, and Euro-American. Emphasis will be on indigenous cultural adaptations from the 16th century to the present, although prehistoric lifeways will also be covered.
ANTH 34 Native Cultures of California
(Formerly ANTHRO 34) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area G;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: Students will examine ethnographic literature regarding Native cultures in California from the 16th century to the present time to gain an in-depth understanding of the diverse societies, communities and people of this region. Studies focus on their beliefs, practices and symbolic relationships within and between societies. This course also includes analysis of the Native cultural responses to the colonial influences of the Spanish, Russians, and other Euro-American people.
ANTH 42 Cannabis and Culture
(Formerly ANTHRO 42) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: In this course, students will examine cannabis use through time from an anthropological perspective. Topics include the archaeological and ethnobotanical evidence for cannabis use, symbolic and cultural meanings of cannabis, institutional ideologies, and ethnographic studies of cannabis-related behaviors.
ANTH 43 Native American Art and Culture
(Formerly ANTHRO 43) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas E,G;CSU area C1;IGETC area 3A
Description: In this course, students will explore Native American societies, their worldviews, practices, and oral traditions as expressed in their art forms. Topics such as ceramics, basketry, textiles, woodcarving, leather works, monumental architecture, and others will be studied using cultural aspects of symbolism, ritual, gender, social structure, and landscape relationships. Emphasis on the transformation of traditional objects into world art market commodities is an additional aspect of study.
Applied Technology (APTE)
APTE 43 Computer Modeling and Animation with 3ds Max
(Formerly APTECH 43) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course covers the fundamentals of three-dimensional (3D) modeling and animation using Windows-based Autodesk 3ds Max software. Topics include: polygon and spline modeling, materials and texturing, keyframe and constraint-based animating, lighting, and rendering. Basic introductions to dynamic simulations, particle systems, character rigging and character animation are also included.
APTE 45 Basic Drafting Skills
(Formerly APTECH 45) 1.5 Units/1 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: In this course, students will learn drawing-based manual drafting with a cursory introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) for comparison. Topics include proper use of drafting tools, development of linework and lettering skills, procedures for geometric constructions, freehand drafting/sketching, orthographic projection, and isometric drawing.
APTE 46 Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting
(Formerly APTECH 46) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 0.5 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in APTE 45 OR INDE 50 OR HORT 93.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) utilizing the software application AutoCAD. Areas covered include: program organization, program commands and tools, view navigation, drawing set-up, geometric construction/editing, orthographic projection, dimensioning and text annotations, printing/plotting, and an introduction to 3-dimensional (3D) drafting and design.
APTE 57 Advanced AutoCAD
(Formerly APTECH 57) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 46.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Computer-aided drafting using the AutoCAD software program. Areas covered include: advanced layout, construction and editing techniques, advanced dimensioning practices, three-dimensional (3D) modeling and rendering, software customization, project-oriented architectural, civil and mechanical engineering applications, and an introduction to computer animation with 3ds Max.
APTE 59 Architectural CAD
(Formerly APTECH 59) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 46.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will learn about and create standard residential construction drawings typically required for a building permit including plans, sections, elevations, schedules, forms, and details using Autodesk AutoCAD. Students will also develop an understanding of the role of building codes and design criteria in the development of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU).
APTE 63 3D Animation: Modeling and Rigging
(Formerly APTECH 63) 4 Units/3.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 43 (formerly APTECH 53).
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will create digital characters and synthetic environments as used in film, broadcast, and video games. Using software such as Autodesk 3ds Max, students will design and build increasingly complex three-dimensional (3D) sets, props, and characters. They will also craft control systems for effectively animating these digital components. Efficient workflow and the creation of animator-friendly rigs will be emphasized, and complementary software will be used for texturing and refining of models.
APTE 64 3D Animation: Character Animation
(Formerly APTECH 64) 4 Units/3.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 43.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course focuses on the animation of three-dimensional (3D) digital characters using Autodesk 3ds Max software. Through both pantomime and facial lip-sync animation, students apply the fundamental mechanics of motion to create believable movements and expressive performances.
APTE 65 Advanced 3D Animation Workshop
(Formerly APTECH 65) 4 Units/3.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 63 OR APTE 64 OR APTE 162.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This class focuses on animation production for professional portfolio development using Autodesk 3ds Max and other complementary software. Students work individually and collaboratively to develop complex 3D (three dimensional) models, textures, visual effects and animations. This course also includes an investigation of career options, and enables students to produce demonstration reels showcasing their specific skills.
APTE 70 Intermediate 3D Modeling and Animation (RVPA)
(Formerly APTECH 70) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students learn advanced techniques in modeling and animation using three-dimensional (3D) animation software. The topics include advanced modeling tools; texture mapping; topology and facial expressions; lighting and reflection effects; function curves; particle systems; camera effects; scene direction; sound; basic video editing; rigging and skinning; and animating using inverse kinematics. This is a Regional Virtual Production Academy (RVPA) course that is not offered at SRJC but is available through one or more of the other five participating colleges of the RVPA collaborative program. Learn more about the RVPA at https://cs.santarosa.edu/vp
APTE 71 Intermediate 3D Rigging (RVPA)
(Formerly APTECH 71) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students learn to effectively use animation controls for three-dimensional (3D) models and characters: Use of set-driven keys, deformers, constraints, and kinematic controls, including the exporting of rigged characters and objects to a game/simulation platform. This is a Regional Virtual Production Academy (RVPA) course that is not offered at SRJC but is available through one or more of the other five participating colleges of the RVPA collaborative program. Learn more about the RVPA at https://cs.santarosa.edu/vp
APTE 72 Intermediate Textures for 3D (RVPA)
(Formerly APTECH 72) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students learn industry techniques to enhance 3D objects, environments, and characters using three-dimensional (3D) sculpting and painting tools. Topics include texture painting; manipulating digital images; texture mapping; lighting techniques; camera controls; applying principles of art and design to 3D imagery; and rendering images for creative industries such as video games, cinema, animations, augmented reality (AR), and/or print. This is a Regional Virtual Production Academy (RVPA) course that is not offered at SRJC but is available through one or more of the other five participating colleges of the RVPA collaborative program. Learn more about the RVPA at https://cs.santarosa.edu/vp
APTE 73 Intermediate Digital Sculpting (RVPA)
(Formerly APTECH 73) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course introduces students to digital sculpting and its integration with traditional modeling workflows for production. Students learn how to create ultra-realistic, lifelike three-dimensional (3D) models with a high level of detail utilizing industry-standard software applications. Demonstrations, exercises, and in-depth assignments help students develop sculpting, sculpting physics, composition, anatomy, and texture-painting skills. This is a Regional Virtual Production Academy (RVPA) course that is not offered at SRJC but is available through one or more of the other five participating colleges of the RVPA collaborative program. Learn more about the RVPA at https://cs.santarosa.edu/vp
APTE 74 Performance Animation (RVPA)
(Formerly APTECH 74) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn the fundamentals of performance animation by utilizing acting techniques with application to: character animation, scene construction, storytelling. They will also investigate the exploration of motivation in creating movement and gesture and how this relates to believable characterization for animation. This is a Regional Virtual Production Academy (RVPA) course that is not offered at SRJC but is available through one or more of the other five participating colleges of the RVPA collaborative program. Learn more about the RVPA at https://cs.santarosa.edu/vp
APTE 75 3D Layout and Lighting (RVPA)
(Formerly APTECH 75) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn dynamic composition and visual development by building backgrounds and environments and using camera angles and perspective to stage effective layouts; they will also apply storytelling elements, research, lighting, color theory, and basic design principles to created work. This is a Regional Virtual Production Academy (RVPA) course that is not offered at SRJC but is available through one or more of the other five participating colleges of the RVPA collaborative program. Learn more about the RVPA at https://cs.santarosa.edu/vp
APTE 162 3D Animation: Visual Effects and Compositing
(Formerly APTECH 162) 2 Units/1.75 hours lecture, 0.75 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 43.
Description: In this course, students will explore a range of three-dimensional (3D) digital visual effects (VFX) in applications such as Autodesk 3ds Max and Adobe After Effects. Students will apply particle systems and dynamic simulations and will composite computer-generated (CG) and real-world imagery. Topics include basic motion capture, matchmoving, and multipass rendering workflows.
APTE 168 3D Animation: Introduction to Virtual Reality
(Formerly APTECH 168) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 43.
Description: In this course students will create Virtual Reality (VR) environments in the computer, and interact with these environments using head-mounted displays and hand controllers. Students will develop models and animations in applications like Autodesk 3ds Max, and Blender, and combine them with assets available online. Students will also learn basic map-creation techniques in image-editing software like Adobe Photoshop, and use game engines such as Epic Games Unreal Engine or Unity Technologies Unity to create immersive, interactive VR experiences.
APTE 191 Problem Solving in Civil Engineering Technology
(Formerly APTECH 191) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of MATH 150 OR Standard first year high school algebra course with "C" or better.
Description: Approaches to problem solving in Civil Engineering Technologies including quantitative reasoning coupled with direct applications to problems encountered in land surveying, civil engineering, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), construction, and related engineering technologies.
Apprenticeship Education (APED)
APED 222.1 Apprentice Electricians, First Semester
(Formerly APED 220.1) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: Students will be introduced to training related to electrician indentured apprenticeship. This is the first semester of a ten-semester program.
APED 222.2 Apprentice Electricians, Second Semester
(Formerly APED 220.2) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of APED 220.1. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: Students will be introduced to training related to electrician indentured apprenticeship. This is the second semester of a ten-semester program.
APED 222.3 Apprentice Electricians, Third Semester
(Formerly APED 220.3) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of APED 220.2. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: Students will be introduced to training related to electrician indentured apprenticeship. This is the third semester of a ten-semester program.
APED 222.4 Apprentice Electricians, Fourth Semester
(Formerly APED 220.4) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of APED 220.3. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: Students will be introduced to training related to electrician indentured apprenticeship. This is the fourth semester of a ten-semester program.
APED 222.5 Apprentice Electricians, Fifth Semester
(Formerly APED 220.5) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of APED 220.4. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: Students will be introduced to training related to electrician indentured apprenticeship. This is the fifth semester of a ten-semester program.
APED 222.6 Apprentice Electricians, Sixth Semester
(Formerly APED 220.6) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of APED 220.5. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: Students will be introduced to training related to electrician indentured apprenticeship. This is the sixth semester of a ten-semester program.
APED 222.7 Apprentice Electricians, Seventh Semester
(Formerly APED 220.7) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of APED 220.6. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: Students will be introduced to training related to electrician indentured apprenticeship. This is the seventh semester of a ten-semester program.
APED 222.8 Apprentice Electricians, Eighth Semester
(Formerly APED 220.8) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of APED 220.7. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: Students will be introduced to training related to electrician indentured apprenticeship. This is the eighth semester of a ten-semester program.
APED 222.9 Apprentice Electricians, Ninth Semester
(Formerly APED 220.9) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of APED 220.8. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: Students will be introduced to training related to electrician indentured apprenticeship. This is the ninth semester of a ten-semester program.
APED 223.1 Apprentice Electricians, Tenth Semester
(Formerly APED 220.10) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of APED 220.9. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: Students will be introduced to training related to electrician indentured apprenticeship. This is the tenth semester of a ten-semester program.
APED 223.2 California Advanced Lighting Controls Training Program
(Formerly APED 220.11) 0.5 Unit/4 hours laboratory for 10 weeks. Grade Only. Limits on enrollment: Indentured apprentice - apply and be accepted by the Redwood Empire Joint Apprenticeship & Training Committee (REJATC)
Description: This course provides students a step-by-step approach to understand, apply and install commercial lighting control systems. Students will learn lighting terminology, lighting control strategies, Light Emitting Diode (LED) light sources and drivers, line and low voltage controls, dimming systems, occupancy sensors, photosensors, networked lighting control systems, common codes and standards, and associated installation/wiring requirements. This course is for students who have completed the 5th year Electrical Apprenticeship program or California State Certified general electricians or electrical contractors.
APED 353.1 Apprentice Roofers, Module 1
(Formerly APED 350.1) 0.5 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program - Indentured Roofer Apprenticeship. Applicants shall be at least 18-years of age at the time of indenture.
Description: Related supplemental instruction for apprentice roofers (module 1 of 10).
APED 353.2 Apprentice Roofers, Module 2
(Formerly APED 350.2) 0.5 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program - Indentured Roofer Apprenticeship. Applicants shall be at least 18-years of age at the time of indenture.
Description: Related supplemental instruction for apprentice roofers (module 2 of 10).
APED 353.3 First Aid for Roofers, Module 3
(Formerly APED 350.3) 0.5 Unit/3 hours lecture, 5 hours laboratory for 1 week. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program - Indentured Roofer Apprenticeship. Applicants shall be at least 18-years of age at the time of indenture.
Description: This course teaches CPR and First Aid emergency response skills which enable participants to give immediate care to a person who has been injured or is experiencing a sudden illness. This course satisfies first-time and renewal certifications. Students must be admitted to the Indentured roofer apprentice program, to register for this class.
APED 353.4 Apprentice Roofers, Module 4
(Formerly APED 350.4) 0.5 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program - Indentured Roofer Apprenticeship. Applicants shall be at least 18-years of age at the time of indenture.
Description: Related supplemental instruction for apprentice roofers (module 4 of 10).
APED 353.5 Apprentice Roofers, Module 5
(Formerly APED 350.5) 0.5 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program - Indentured Roofer Apprenticeship. Applicants shall be at least 18-years of age at the time of indenture.
Description: Related supplemental instruction for apprentice roofers (module 5 of 10).
APED 353.6 Apprentice Roofers, Module 6
(Formerly APED 350.6) 0.5 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program - Indentured Roofer Apprenticeship. Applicants shall be at least 18-years of age at the time of indenture.
Description: Related supplemental instruction for apprentice roofers (module 6 of 10).
APED 353.7 Apprentice Roofers, Module 7
(Formerly APED 350.7) 0.5 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program - Indentured Roofer Apprenticeship. Applicants shall be at least 18-years of age at the time of indenture.
Description: Related supplemental instruction for apprentice roofers (module 7 of 10).
APED 353.8 Maintenance, Repair and Roofing, Module 8
(Formerly APED 350.8) 0.5 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program - Indentured Roofer Apprenticeship. Applicants shall be at least 18-years of age at the time of indenture.
Description: This course is for indentured roofer apprentices. The course covers related topics and skills for apprentice roofing workers in their first, second, and third year of the apprenticeship program.
APED 353.9 Apprentice Roofers, Module 9
(Formerly APED 350.9) 0.5 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program - Indentured Roofer Apprenticeship. Applicants shall be at least 18-years of age at the time of indenture.
Description: Related supplemental instruction for apprentice roofers (module 9 of 10).
APED 354.1 Apprentice Roofers, Module 10
(Formerly APED 350.10) 0.5 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program - Indentured Roofer Apprenticeship. Applicants shall be at least 18-years of age at the time of indenture.
Description: Related supplemental instruction for apprentice roofers (module 10 of 10).
Astronomy (ASTR)
ASTR 3 Stellar Astronomy
(Formerly ASTRON 3) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU area B1;IGETC area 5A
Description: A description of the universe, concentrating on celestial bodies and phenomena beyond the Solar System. Topics will include: electromagnetic radiation, observed properties of stars, variable and binary stars, stellar evolution, black holes, relativity, the interstellar medium, star clusters, the Milky Way and other galaxies, cosmology, and the possibility of other life forms in the universe.
ASTR 3L Stellar Astronomy Laboratory
(Formerly ASTRON 3L) 1 Unit/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in ASTR 3 ( or ASTRON 3).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: CSU area B3;IGETC area 5C
Description: In this course, students will perform analysis and reduction of basic astronomical data concerning stars, nebulae, and galaxies. Using collaborative activities, photos, spectra, and direct observations, the student will arrive at conclusions concerning fundamental properties of the universe. Topics will include electromagnetic radiation, observed properties of stars, variable and binary stars, stellar evolution, black holes, the interstellar medium, star clusters, the Milky Way and other galaxies, cosmology, and the possibility of other life forms in the universe.
ASTR 4 Astronomy of the Solar System
(Formerly ASTRON 4) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Completion of MATH 150A or higher AND Completion of ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU area B1;IGETC area 5A
Description: In this course, students will receive a descriptive introduction to the Solar System including the Sun, Moon, planets, asteroids, and comets. Topics will include lunar phases, eclipses, historical geocentric and heliocentric models of the cosmos, planetary geology, planetary atmospheres and climates, the formation of the Solar System, and extrasolar planetary systems.
ASTR 4L Solar System Astronomy Laboratory
(Formerly ASTRON 4L) 1 Unit/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in ASTR 4 ( or ASTRON 4).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: CSU area B3;IGETC area 5C
Description: In this course, students will analyze and interpret astronomical data. Using collaborative activities, photos, spectra, and direct observations, the student will arrive at conclusions concerning fundamental properties of the Solar System, comparative planetology, and planetary atmospheres.
ASTR 12 Astronomy Observational Lab
(Formerly ASTRON 12) 1 Unit/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in ASTR 3 OR ASTR 4 OR ASTR 42. Recommended: Course Eligibility for MATH 150 or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: CSU area B3;IGETC area 5C
Description: Observational laboratory in astronomy. Students will utilize small aperture telescopes, binoculars, star charts and planispheres. Constellation identification and terrestrial and celestial coordinate systems will be introduced. Short exposure and deep sky astrophotography will be conducted. In the case of inclement weather, students will utilize the planetarium, classroom, or computer lab to perform required labs.
ASTR 42 Life in the Universe
(Formerly ASTRON 42) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU area B1;IGETC area 5A
Description: This course offers an overview of life in the universe. The students will learn about the universal context of life from the Big Bang to present; the origin, nature, and evolution of life on Earth; habitable zones and the potential habitability of planets; the search for life within and beyond the Solar System; discovery, and nature of exoplanets (extra-solar planets); astronomical signatures and markers of life; and the possibility of interstellar travel and communication. Content will focus primarily on astronomy, but will also include concepts from biology, geology, chemistry, and physics.
ASTR 67 STEM Research: Principles, Methods and Practices
(Formerly ASTRON 67) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of BIO 10 OR CHEM 42 OR ENGR 10 OR MATH 25 OR MATH 58 OR MATH 27 or higher (MATH); or AB705 placement into Math Tier 1 or higher. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) will be introduced to scientific research principles needed to understand the skills required for careers that include elements of research practice. The course explores the scientific method, how research is defined, creation of knowledge, effective experiment design, and components that include principles of data recording, formulating and testing of hypotheses, communication of results, venues of dissemination, and the process of peer review.
Behavioral Science (BEHS)
BEHS 49 Independent Study in Behavioral Sciences
(Formerly BEHSC 49) 1-3 Units/Up to 9 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Limits on enrollment: Approval of the project proposal by supervising faculty, Department Chair and Supervising Administrator.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students enrolled in BEHSC 49 will participate in seminars or individual conferences by arrangement to provide for independent study and enriched academic experience. UC determines credit AFTER transfer; not counted for admission. Enrollment is dependent upon approval of the project proposal by supervising faculty, Department Chair, and Supervising Administrator.
Biology (BIO)
BIO 7 Introduction to STEM Careers
(Formerly BIO 63) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of AGRI 20 OR ANSC 20 OR ASTR 3 OR ASTR 4 OR BIO 10 OR CHEM 42 OR CS 10A OR ENGR 10 OR ENVS 12 OR GEOL 1 OR NRM 12 OR MATH 25 OR MATH 58 OR MATH 27 or higher (MATH). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course covers the methods for development of career pathways in fields such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Students will learn to use STEM related job-search tools, identify key job skills, develop a plan for acquiring those skills, and use communication skills related to a particular career or area of research in which the student has an interest.
Botany (BTNY)
BTNY 10 Plant Biology
(Formerly BOTANY 10) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU areas B2,B3;IGETC areas 5B,5C
Description: A general education course in plant biology emphasizing the structure and function of plants. Includes genetics, ecology, evolution, reproduction, and diversity of plant life forms.
BTNY 60 Field Botany
(Formerly BOTANY 60) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU areas B2,B3
Description: Students will be introduced to the vegetation and flora of California with an emphasis on the identification and ecology of species that are representative of local plant communities. Field trips required.
BTNY 64 Plants of the Northern Sierra
(Formerly BOTANY 64) 2 Units/1 hour lecture, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Field course introducing the plant communities of the Sierra Nevada north of Lake Tahoe, emphasizing the taxonomy and ecology of the ferns, conifers and flowering plants.
Business General (BGN)
BGN 99I Administrative Assistant Internship
(Formerly BOT 99.1I) 0.5-8 Units/Up to 24 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion BGN 110, CS 60.1A, and CS 61.1A. Limits on enrollment: Student must have secured an internship position prior to enrollment.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Internships are an opportunity for students to receive college credit for working in a position related to their field of study. Students will set learning goals, receive job coaching and resume-writing instruction. Internships provide students the opportunity to gain valuable applied experience, develop social capital, explore career fields, and make connections in professional fields. To be eligible for internships, students will have declared a major, have completed courses in their major, or have acquired a high level of skill in their discipline, and are ready for on-the-job experience in a paid or unpaid position. Students are responsible for securing a position before they enroll in the course. 52.5 hours of paid or non-paid work equals 1.00 unit, completed within the academic term.
Exempt From Repeat Provisions
Chemistry (CHEM)
CHEM 7 Introduction to STEM Careers
(Formerly CHEM 63) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of AGRI 20 OR ANSC 20 OR ASTR 3 OR ASTR 4 OR BIO 10 OR CHEM 42 OR CS 10A OR ENGR 10 OR ENVS 12 OR GEOL 1 OR NRM 12 OR MATH 25 OR MATH 58 OR MATH 27 or higher (MATH). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course covers the methods for development of career pathways in fields such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Students will learn to use STEM related job-search tools, identify key job skills, develop a plan for acquiring those skills, and use communication skills related to a particular career or area of research in which the student has an interest.
College Skills (CSKL)
CSKL 51 Discovering College Pathways
(Formerly CSKLS 51) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will develop and refine the critical thinking, problem-solving, and academic inquiry skills to support their learning as they explore interdisciplinary connections. Students will study two or more disciplines within at least one academic or career education pathway to examine how these disciplines and pathways intersect, overlap, and at times, contradict each other to further develop their intellectual curiosity and civic engagement. Students will identify and use specific learning support resources connected to the pathway(s) they are studying.
CSKL 312 Writing Skills Development
(Formerly CSKLS 312) 3.5 Units/3 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course focuses on the development of writing skills and fluency necessary for academic classes and the workplace. Course covers basic sentence structure, punctuation, grammar, paragraphing, narrative composition, reading comprehension skills, and workplace communication.
CSKL 312.1 Sentence and Paragraph Development
(Formerly CSKLS 312.1) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 0.75 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course covers the basic grammatical construction and punctuation of a variety of sentence types and includes methods for correcting fragment sentences and run-ons. Students will apply concepts to short written compositions.
CSKL 312.2 Punctuation Rules
(Formerly CSKLS 312.2) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 0.75 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course covers the basic punctuation rules for commas, semicolons, apostrophes, and quotations. Students will incorporate the rules in short written compositions.
CSKL 312.3 Writing Style and Organization
(Formerly CSKLS 312.3) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course covers the basic grammar, style, and organization needed for clear sentences and coherent paragraphs. Students will apply skills to short written compositions.
CSKL 360 How to Take an Online Class
(Formerly CSKLS 334) 0.5 Unit/1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Introduces the basic knowledge and skills needed to take an online class. Course includes computer operations and terminology, online class components, email applications, time management, and ways to communicate online with students and instructors. Students must participate in a one-hour face-to-face orientation, usually the first day of class, or show evidence that they have viewed the available video orientation prior to beginning coursework.
CSKL 361 Fraction Skills
(Formerly CSKLS 361) 0.5 Unit/1.5 hours laboratory. P/NP Only.
Description: This arithmetic course is designed to prepare students for success in future courses and the workplace. Skill areas to be covered include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of fractions and mixed numbers, and conversions between fractions and decimals. Computational skills will be applied to word-problem solving. All work will be completed in a lab setting.
CSKL 362 Proportions and Percent Skills
(Formerly CSKLS 362) 0.5 Unit/1.5 hours laboratory. P/NP Only.
Description: This course is designed to prepare students for success in future courses and the workplace. Students will learn techniques for converting between percentages, fractions and decimals. Students will solve word problems involving proportions. All work will be completed in a lab setting.
CSKL 363 Pre-Algebra Skills
(Formerly CSKLS 363) 0.5 Unit/1.5 hours laboratory. P/NP Only.
Description: This pre-algebra course is designed to prepare students for success in future courses and the workplace. Skill areas to be covered include: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of signed numbers, exponents, simplifying and evaluating algebraic expressions, and solving basic algebraic equations. Equation solving skills will be applied to word problems. All work will be completed in a lab setting.
CSKL 364 Basic Geometry Skills
(Formerly CSKLS 364) 0.5 Unit/1.5 hours laboratory. P/NP Only.
Description: This basic geometry course is designed to prepare students for success in future courses and the workplace. Skill areas to be covered include solving for measures of angles and sides of basic geometric figures, as well as calculating perimeter, area and volume of various shapes by utilizing geometric formulas. The course will include an introduction to basic geometry vocabulary and applied problem solving. All work will be completed in a lab setting.
CSKL 367.1 Basic Math Review 1
(Formerly CSKLS 367.1) 1 Unit/3 hours laboratory. P/NP Only.
Description: Guided independent study of math topics starting from basic arithmetic through pre-algebra using diagnostic-based software to allow students to progress from their current levels of competency. Students can build math skills in specific areas to prepare for desired math courses and occupational requirements.
CSKL 367.2 Basic Math Review 2
(Formerly CSKLS 367.2) 1 Unit/3 hours laboratory. P/NP Only. Recommended: Completion of CSKLS 367.1 or 367A or equivalent.
Description: Students will continue a guided independent study of math topics starting from advanced arithmetic, as determined by instructor and diagnostic-based software. Student will build math skills in specific areas to prepare for desired math course and occupational requirements.
CSKL 368.1 General Arithmetic 1
(Formerly CSKLS 368.1) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course covers addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. It includes application of arithmetic skills for problem-solving, interpretation of word problems, graphs, charts, and tables. Lab assignments reinforce lecture.
CSKL 368.2 General Arithmetic 2
(Formerly CSKLS 368.2) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course covers ratios, proportions, and percentages. Includes application of arithmetic skills for problem-solving, as well as methods for interpreting word problems, graphs, charts, and tables. Lab assignments reinforce the lecture.
CSKL 372 Pre-Algebra
(Formerly CSKLS 372) 3.5 Units/3 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course covers operations with signed numbers, rules of powers and square roots applied to real numbers, using simplified, evaluated and scientific notation; geometric formulas to solve perimeters, areas, and volumes of figures; and algebraic expressions and linear equations. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking and demonstrating strategies as well as finding solutions. Regularly scheduled computer-assisted lab assignments reinforce or supplement lecture topics.
CSKL 373 Foundations of Mathematical Reasoning
(Formerly CSKLS 373) 3.5 Units/3 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course is intended as an introduction for students in how to apply mathematical reasoning to their personal, professional, and academic lives. Students will learn how to do so via application problems that will require investigating new contexts, developing and proposing possible solutions, discussing and analyzing proposed plans, and making decisions. Topics include order of operations, real numbers, ratio and proportions, solving linear equations, dimensional analysis, geometric formulas, graphs/tables, and word problems. Regularly scheduled lab assignments reinforce or supplement lecture topics.
CSKL 401 Math Review A
(Formerly CSKLS 401) 0 Unit/2.75 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This noncredit course is one of a set of courses designed to help students build a foundation in mathematics for future courses and the workplace. In this course, students will cover operations with whole numbers, integers, fractions, decimals, percentages, and probability. Students will develop critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies for progress to future math courses.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 402 Math Review B
(Formerly CSKLS 402) 0 Unit/2.75 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This noncredit course is one of a set of courses designed to help students build a foundation in mathematics for future courses and the workplace. In this course, students will cover real numbers, exponents, and linear equations. Students will develop critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies for future courses.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 403 Math Review C
(Formerly CSKLS 403) 0 Unit/2.75 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This noncredit course is one of a set of courses designed to help students build a foundation in mathematics for future courses and the workplace. In this course, students will cover numerical reasoning, data analysis and probability, and geometry. Students will develop critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies for future courses.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 700 Academic Preparation - English I
(Formerly CSKLS 700) 0 Unit/2.75 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This introductory noncredit course is designed to foster the skills required for success in future reading and writing courses. Students will develop skills in sentence writing, paragraph transitions, proofreading and Modern Language Association (MLA) formatting for essays and short essay written responses related to college-level readings.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 701 Academic Preparation - English II
(Formerly CSKLS 701) 0 Unit/2.75 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This intermediate level noncredit course is designed to foster the skills required for success in future reading and writing courses. Students will develop sentence writing, paragraph transitions, proofreading, and modern language formatting skills for all essays and short essay written responses related to college-level readings at an intermediate level.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 722 Workplace Arithmetic--Part 2
(Formerly CSKLS 722) 0 Unit/2 hours laboratory for 9 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Students will apply math concepts and problem-solving strategies to specific trades and industries. Skill areas to be covered include decimals, fractions, percents, systems of measurements, geometry, charts, tables, and graphs.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 731 Basic Academic Skills & GED Prep - Lang Arts/Soc Studies I
(Formerly CSKLS 731) 0 Unit/4 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This course is the first level of instruction in Language Arts and Social Studies. Students will develop the knowledge and skills to prepare for the Reasoning Through Language Arts and Social Studies subtests of the General Education Development (GED) or other High School Equivalency (HSE) tests. Students will apply active reading and writing strategies as applied to the topics of language arts and social studies. Course also provides academic skills development for the Basic Academic Skills Certificate of Completion.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 732 Basic Academic Skills & GED Prep - Lang Arts/Soc Studies II
(Formerly CSKLS 732) 0 Unit/4 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This course is the second level of instruction in Language Arts and Social Studies. Students will develop the knowledge and skills to prepare for the Reasoning Through Language Arts and Social Studies subtests of the General Education Development (GED) and other High School Equivalency (HSE) tests. Students will apply active reading and writing strategies as applied to the topics of language arts and social studies. Course also provides academic skills development for the Basic Academic Skills Certificate of Completion.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 733 Basic Academic Skills and GED Preparation III
(Formerly CSKLS 733) 0 Unit/6 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Students will develop the knowledge and skills to prepare for the Reasoning Through Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, and Science subtests of the General Education Development (GED) or other High School Equivalency (HSE) tests. Students will apply active reading and writing strategies as applied to the topics of language arts, science, math, and social studies. Course also provides academic skills development for the Basic Academic Skills Certificate of Completion.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 741 Basic Academic Skills & GED Prep - Math/Science 1
(Formerly CSKLS 741) 0 Unit/4 hours by arrangement. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This course is intended as the first level of instruction in Math Reasoning and Science and provides academic skills development for the Basic Academic Skills Certificate of Completion. Students will develop the initial knowledge and skills needed to pass the Math Reasoning and Science subtests of the General Education Development (GED) or other High School Equivalency (HSE) tests.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 742 Basic Academic Skills & GED Prep - Math/Science 2
(Formerly CSKLS 742) 0 Unit/4 hours by arrangement. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This course is intended as the second level of instruction in Math Reasoning and Science and provides academic skills development for the Basic Academic Skills Certificate of Completion. Students will develop knowledge and skills needed to pass the Math Reasoning and Science subtests of the General Education Development (GED) or other High School Equivalency (HSE) tests.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 760 Classroom Communication and Leadership Skills Training
(Formerly CSKLS 760) 0 Unit/3 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Students will increase their awareness, responsibility, self-confidence, and communication skills, with the goal of becoming effective leaders in their schools and communities. The principal learning/teaching mode will consist of verbal interaction in small and large discussion formats, as well as participation in a variety of cooperative activities.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsCSKL 770 Supervised Tutoring
(Formerly CSKLS 770) 0 Unit/10 hours by arrangement. Non-Credit Course.
Description: Supplemental tutoring, individual or small group, for skill-building in a variety of academic subject areas, focusing on specific learning needs in math, reading, and writing, as recommended by the referring course instructor or counselor.
Exempt From Repeat Provisions
Computer Studies (CS)
CS 60.1A Microsoft Word, Part 1
(Formerly CS 60.11A) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Corequisite: Knowledge of the keyboard ability to type by touch..
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will learn to create and format Microsoft Word documents. Features include character, paragraph, and page formatting; proofreading tools; tables; bulleted and numbered lists; page numbering; graphics; and managing files.
CS 60.1B Microsoft Word, Part 2
(Formerly CS 60.11B) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CS 60.1A.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will learn to increase productivity in Microsoft Word by using advanced features and formats.
CS 61.1A Microsoft Excel, Part 1
(Formerly CS 61.11A) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will learn to create and manage worksheets and workbooks, create cells and ranges, create tables, apply formulas and functions, and create charts and objects. This course aligns with the Microsoft Office Specialist certification test.
CS 61.1B Microsoft Excel, Part 2
(Formerly CS 61.11B) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CS 61.1A.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will learn advanced Excel skills such as managing workbook options and settings, managing and formatting data, creating advanced formulas and macros, and managing advanced charts and tables. This course aligns with the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel Expert exam.
CS 62.11 Microsoft PowerPoint
(Formerly CS 62.11A) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will learn to create slide presentations by adding visual elements, applying textual formatting, and working with graphics and slide customization.
CS 63.1A Microsoft Access, Part 1
(Formerly CS 63.11A) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will learn to create Microsoft Access database objects. Features include database creation, introduction to database administrative tasks, data input, storage, retrieval, editing, and reporting.
CS 70.1A Adobe Photoshop 1
(Formerly CS 70.11A) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of CS 5.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course covers the beginning skills of image production and manipulation, using the industry-standard Adobe Photoshop to work with digital images for both Web and print use.
CS 70.1B Adobe Photoshop 2
(Formerly CS 70.11B) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CS 70.1A.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Adobe Photoshop topics covered in this class include: layers, channels and editing masks; image repair and adjustment; vector graphics; type; actions; and filters.
CS 70.12 Photoshop Advanced Concepts
(Formerly CIS 73.23) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CS 70.1B.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will study Photoshop's advanced features. Topics will include configuring painting tools, creating web graphics, using analysis features, creating flexible images through the use of variables, creating simple animation, exploring Neural Filters, creating advanced image composites, and using automation to speed up workflow.
CS 72.1A Adobe InDesign 1
(Formerly CS 72.11A) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: An introduction to desktop publishing using Adobe InDesign. Students will create graphically rich layouts with formatted text to create fliers, brochures, slideshows, promotional materials, and newsletters for print, web and PDF.
CS 72.1B Adobe InDesign 2
(Formerly CS 72.11B) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CS 72.1A. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Further study of the principles and applications of desktop publishing using Adobe InDesign. Advanced techniques in layout, text formatting, graphics, styles, libraries, and frames are applied to books, tables, booklets, and Portable Document Format (PDF) files.
CS 75.11 Introduction to Adobe Character Animator
3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course completion of CS 70.1A.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Do you have ideas for amazing, animated stories, but have no idea where to start? In this course, students learn the step-by-step process of creating their first animation using Adobe Character Animator. Learn how to record your voice and facial movements using the advanced new facial tracking technology and your computer’s camera.
CS 81.1A Server Administration 1
(Formerly CS 81.81A) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Completion of CS 80.11.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course will provide a student with the knowledge and skills required to build, maintain, troubleshoot and support server hardware and software technologies. The student will be able to identify environmental issues; understand and comply with disaster recovery and physical/software security procedures; become familiar with industry terminology and concepts; understand server roles/specializations and interaction within the overall computing environment. It is also intended to serve the needs of individuals seeking to pass the CompTIA Server+ certification exam.
CS 81.41 Programming Essentials in Python for Networking
(Formerly CS 81.41A) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this introductory computer science course, students will learn basic concepts of computer science and fundamental techniques for solving problems using the Python programming language. This introductory programming course is suitable for both liberal arts and sciences students to further the development of critical thinking and logical reasoning through problem solving with computer programming. Students will learn to craft scripting tools, using Python programming techniques, needed for system administration, web application auditing, cybersecurity, and penetration testing. The course will help students prepare for the Python Institute's Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer Certification (PCEP) and Certified Associate in Python Programming Certification (PCAP) exams.
CS 82.2A Introduction to Networks
(Formerly CS 82.22A) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Completion of CS 80.15.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. It uses the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) and Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers. The principles and structure of Internet Protocol (IP) addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. Network simulator activities help students analyze protocol and network operation and build small networks in a virtual environment. Students build simple Local Area Network (LAN) topologies by applying basic principles of cabling, performing basic configurations of network devices, including routers and switches, and implementing IP addressing schemes. Network Fundamentals is the first of the three courses leading to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designation.
CS 82.2B Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials
(Formerly CS 82.22B) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CS 82.2A ( or CS 82.22A).
Transferability: CSU.
Description: The second course in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) curriculum focuses on switching technologies and router operations that support small-to-medium business networks and includes Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) and security concepts. Students learn key switching and routing concepts. Students will perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate Local Area Network (LAN) security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN.
CS 82.2C Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation
(Formerly CS 82.22C) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CS 82.2B ( or CS 82.22B).
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This third and final course in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) series describes the architecture, components, operations, and security to scale for large, complex networks, including Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies. The course emphasizes network security concepts and introduces network virtualization and automation. Students learn how to configure, troubleshoot, and secure enterprise network devices and understand how Application Programming Interfaces (API) and configuration management tools enable network automation.
CS 84.26 Project Management for IT Professionals
3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course completion of CS 81.1A and CS 82.2C and CS 82.58.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course is designed for professionals who coordinate or manage small-to-medium-size projects, inside and outside of Information Technology (IT). The course provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) required to manage the project life cycle, ensure appropriate communication, manage resources and stakeholders, maintain project documentation, and support the completion of larger projects. Projects will be based on Networking, System and Security Administration (NSSA) activities. The course will help students prepare for the CompTIA Project+ Certification exam.
CS 167.1 Microsoft Outlook
(Formerly CS 167.11) 0.5 Unit/0.5 hour lecture. P/NP Only.
Description: In this course students receive an overview of Microsoft Outlook: work with Contact lists and groups; use the Calendar to set appointments, events, and meetings; compose emails; use Notes, and Tasks; and use Microsoft Outlook with other applications.
CS 176.2 Applied Drone Projects
(Formerly CS 176.12) 3 Units/2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CS 76.11.
Description: Use of drone technology to complete real-world projects including photography/videography and basic mapping.
CS 180.3 Introduction to Virtualization and Cloud Computing
(Formerly CS 181.11) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Completion of CS 81.81A and CS 82.22A and CS 82.58.
Description: This course provides the underlying knowledge required by IT Professionals who will be evaluating cloud computing solutions (such as Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, and Amazon Web Services), whether they are administrators, developers, or database administrators. It introduces students to the principles of cloud computing and students will become familiar with how these principles have been implemented in the major commercial platforms. In addition, this course explains how to implement the core infrastructure, consisting of virtual networks and storage. With this foundation, students will be able to create the most common services, including virtual machines, web apps, and databases. The students will also learn about container-based services and the most prominent examples of serverless computing. The course also serves the needs of individuals seeking to pass the Computing Technology Industry Association’s (CompTIA) Cloud+ and Cloud Essentials certification exams.
CS 181.2 Linux Administration 1
(Formerly CS 181.23A) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: In this course, students will learn the basic concepts of system administration and covers the fundamentals of the Linux operating system, system architecture, installation, command line and file system. The course also helps prepare students for the exam objectives aligned to the first half of the Linux Professional Institute (www.LPI.org) LPIC-1 Linux Administrator first certification exam. Individuals who successfully complete this course will understand Linux system architecture, Linux installation and packages, Linux command line, device basics and the Linux file system. Knowledge of Linux is a helpful skill for a wide variety of careers in business and Information Technology fields. Many emerging and growing career opportunities including big data, cloud computing, cybersecurity, information systems, networking, programming, and software development (to name a few) require basic to advanced knowledge of the Linux command line.
CS 181.3 Linux Administration 2
(Formerly CS 181.23B) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CS 181.2 ( or CS 181.23A). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: In this course, students will prepare for the Linux Professional Institute LPIC-1 certification. This course prepares students for the exam objectives aligned to the second half of the Linux Professional Institute (www.LPI.org) LPIC-1 Linux Administrator first certification exam. Students who successfully complete this course will understand shells, scripting, data management, interfaces and desktops, administrative tasks, essential system services, network fundamentals and system security. Linux has been around since the mid-‘90s and is widely adopted across products, markets and industries. Mastering Linux installation, configuring and maintenance is key to securing an IT administrator job.
CS 183.5 Programming for Cyber Security
(Formerly CS 181.43) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CS 81.21 ( or CIS 50.71). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: This course offers an in-depth introduction to programming/scripting languages for system administration, web application auditing, cybersecurity and penetration testing. It provides an overview of modern scripting languages commonly used to build and extend security tools. The course will introduce students to scripting on both the Microsoft and Linux platforms and will include an overview of Powershell, Python, and other languages as the local industry dictates. Students will write programs and scripts to exercise their understanding of tools and concepts.
Construction Management Technology (CONS)
CONS 71A Materials and Methods of Construction 1
2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 45. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Study of foundation systems; wall, floor and roof framing systems; exterior and interior finishes; windows and doors; and sustainability issues as found in light-wood frame and light-steel frame construction systems. Includes calculations and sketching.
Culinary Arts (CUL)
CUL 253.8 Restaurant Kitchen
(Formerly CUL 253.10) 4 Units/1.25 hours lecture, 9 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of CUL 251B (or CUL 253.6 or CUL 253A) and Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in CUL 251C (or CUL 253.7). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement in AB705 mandates..
Description: In this course, students will build on introductory cooking skills while rotating through stations of a student-run restaurant, developing organizational skills. Emphasis in this course is on speed, timing, and teamwork in a full-service restaurant operation.
CUL 258.1 Restaurant Dining Room Service
(Formerly CUL 256) 3 Units/1.25 hours lecture, 5.75 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in CUL 230 OR CUL 250 OR DIET 50; AND Minimum Age 18 or older. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement in AB705 mandates.. Limits on enrollment: Age 18 or older
Description: In this course, students will develop restaurant dining room service skills, including table service, large party service, wine pairing and service, and Point of Sale (P.O.S.) system within a working, full-service restaurant environment.
CUL 258.2 Restaurant Wine Service
(Formerly CUL 256.12) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in CUL 230 OR CUL 250 OR DIET 50; AND Minimum Age 18 or older. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement in AB705 mandates.. Limits on enrollment: Age 18 or older
Description: In this course, students will develop skills to sell and serve wine in a restaurant setting through wine evaluating and class lecture.
CUL 258.3 Wine and Food Pairing
(Formerly CUL 256.11) 1.5 Units/1.25 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement in AB705 mandates.. Limits on enrollment: Must be age 18 or older.
Description: Food and wine pairing is all the rage, particularly here in California. From professional chefs to local foodies, the art and science of food and wine pairing is getting more interesting every day! Through lecture, structured tastings, and food preparation, students refine their sensory skills to identify complementary ingredients in foods and wines. This course also includes weekly in-class food and wine tastings.
CUL 258.4 Introduction to Front House Operations
(Formerly CUL 256.3) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: Provides an introduction to the management of front house operations in a variety of environments, including hotels, restaurants, wineries, and catering businesses. Introduces principles of revenue, profit and cost controls; employee recruiting and training; menu planning and food production; and sales and marketing.
CUL 258.5 Beverage Management
(Formerly CUL 256.8) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement in AB705 mandates..
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to managing a variety of beverage operations including buying, selling, and serving both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages: beer, wine, spirits, coffee, and tea.
CUL 258.6 Restaurant Operations
(Formerly CUL 256.10) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: Theories and practices for restaurant management, including restaurant finances, cost control, menu development, marketing, human resources and legal issues, guest service essentials, hiring, training, supervision, and alcoholic beverage service and standards.
CUL 271.1 Professional Techniques: Grilling
(Formerly CUL 270.2) 0.5 Unit/0.25 hour lecture, 0.75 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Learn how to grill like a pro! In this course, students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global grilling techniques. Students will prepare a variety of dishes using various grilling techniques.
CUL 271.2 Professional Techniques: Smoking Food
(Formerly CUL 270.3) 0.5 Unit/0.25 hour lecture, 0.75 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: The primal art of smoking foods over a live fire is ancient and has evolved over time. It can be utilized today anywhere from a backyard barbeque to the delicate smoke infusions done in an upscale restaurant. It’s a science and a craft which never goes out of style. In this course, students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global smoking techniques. Students will prepare a variety of dishes using various smoking techniques.
CUL 271.3 Sonoma Wine Country Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 270.30) 0.5 Unit/0.25 hour lecture, 0.75 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore wine country cooking techniques through lecture, demonstrations, and recipe preparations. Students will discuss historical and cultural aspects of wine country cuisine as applied to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines.
CUL 271.4 Cooking From Your Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Box
(Formerly CUL 270.31) 0.5 Unit/0.25 hour lecture, 0.75 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) cooking techniques through lecture, demonstrations and recipe preparations. Students will discuss historical and cultural aspects of gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines as applied to their CSA box.
CUL 276 Special Topics in Global Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to a particular global cuisine.
CUL 276.1 French Cuisine: Provence
(Formerly CUL 275.1) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the French regional cuisine of Provence.
CUL 276.2 French Cuisine: Paris
(Formerly CUL 275.2) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the French regional cuisine of Paris.
CUL 276.3 French Cuisine: Burgundy
(Formerly CUL 275.3) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the French regional cuisine of Burgundy.
CUL 276.4 American Cuisine: Cajun & Creole
(Formerly CUL 275.10) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to Cajun and Creole cuisine.
CUL 276.5 American Cuisine: Southern
(Formerly CUL 275.11) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to Southern cuisine.
CUL 276.6 American Cuisine: Hawaiian
(Formerly CUL 275.12) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to Hawaiian cuisine.
CUL 276.7 Japanese Cuisine: Tokyo
(Formerly CUL 275.15) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Japanese regional cuisine of Tokyo.
CUL 276.8 Japanese Cuisine: Osaka
(Formerly CUL 275.16) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Japanese regional cuisine of Osaka.
CUL 276.9 Japanese Cuisine: Street Food
(Formerly CUL 275.17) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Japanese regional cuisine specifically focusing on street foods.
CUL 277.1 Swiss Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.6) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Swiss cuisine.
CUL 277.2 Pekinese Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.31) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Pekinese cuisine.
CUL 277.3 Shanghainese Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.32) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Shanghainese cuisine.
CUL 277.4 Hunanese Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.33) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Hunanese cuisine.
CUL 277.5 Cantonese Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.34) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Cantonese cuisine.
CUL 277.6 Hong Kongese Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.35) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Hong Kongese cuisine.
CUL 277.7 Mongolian Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.36) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Mongolian cuisine.
CUL 277.8 Philippine Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.43) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Philippine cuisine.
CUL 277.9 Vietnamese Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.47) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Vietnamese cuisine.
CUL 278.1 Indian Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.48) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Indian cuisine.
CUL 278.2 Malaysian Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.49) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Malaysian cuisine.
CUL 278.3 Mediterranean Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.60) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to Mediterranean cuisine.
CUL 278.4 Greek Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.64) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Greek cuisine.
CUL 278.5 Spanish Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.65) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Spanish cuisine.
CUL 278.6 Mexican Cuisine: Oaxacan
(Formerly CUL 275.66) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Mexican regional cuisine of Oaxaca.
CUL 278.7 Mexican Cuisine: Yucatan
(Formerly CUL 275.67) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Mexican regional cuisine of the Yucatan peninsula.
CUL 278.8 Mexican Cuisine: Veracruz
(Formerly CUL 275.68) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Mexican regional cuisine of Veracruz.
CUL 278.9 Puerto Rican Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.70) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Puerto Rican cuisine.
CUL 279.1 Cuban Cuisine
(Formerly CUL 275.71) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Cultural foods, historical food trends and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national and international cuisines. Preparation of a variety of dishes common to Cuban cuisine.
CUL 279.2 Italian Cuisine: Northwestern
(Formerly CUL 275.80) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Age 18 or older
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Northwestern Italian cuisines of Valle D'Aosta, Piedmont, Liguria. This course also includes weekly in-class food and wine sensory evaluations.
CUL 279.3 Italian Cuisine: Northern
(Formerly CUL 275.81) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Age 18 or older
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Northern Italian cuisine of Lombardi. This course also includes weekly in-class food and wine sensory evaluations.
CUL 279.4 Italian Cuisine: Northeastern
(Formerly CUL 275.82) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Age 18 or older
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Northeastern Italian cuisines of Veneto, Trentino-Alto, Friuli-Venezia-Giulia. This course also includes weekly in-class food and wine sensory evaluations.
CUL 279.5 Italian Cuisine: Southern
(Formerly CUL 275.83) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Age 18 or older
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Southern Italian cuisines of Campania, Puglia, Calabria, Sicily, Sardinia. This course also includes weekly in-class food and wine sensory evaluations.
CUL 279.6 Italian Cuisine: Eastern Central
(Formerly CUL 275.84) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Age 18 or older
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to Eastern Central Italian cuisines of Emilia-Romagna and Marche. This course also includes weekly in-class food and wine sensory evaluations.
CUL 279.7 Italian Cuisine: Western Central
(Formerly CUL 275.85) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Minimum Age 18 or older. Limits on enrollment: Age 18 or older
Description: In this course students will explore cultural foods, historical food trends, and customs as related to gourmet, regional, national, and global cuisines. Students will prepare a variety of dishes common to the Western Central Italian cuisines of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. This course also includes weekly in-class food and wine sensory evaluations.
Dance (DANC)
DANC 2 Survey of Dance History
(Formerly DANCE 2) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or EMLS 10 (formerly ESL 10) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C1;IGETC area 3A
Description: Students will learn the significance of dance as ritual and social tradition, and the development of ballet, modern, hip hop and cultural dance forms throughout the world.
DANC 3.1 Choreography I
(Formerly DANCE 3.1) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 16.1 and DANCE 10.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course focuses on the fundamentals of the choreographic process and devices, emphasizing basic principles of space, time, weight, and form. Students will learn how to choreograph dance studies applying a variety of choreographic approaches and techniques.
DANC 7 The History of Jazz Dance
(Formerly DANCE 7) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A OR EMLS 10 (formerly ESL 10) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas E,G;CSU area C1;IGETC area 3A
Description: In this course, jazz dance, an American dance form that originated in the African Diaspora, will be explored from its roots in African dance and the adaptations and evolution of African dances during slavery; to social dances such as the Lindy Hop; through its development in the dance studio, on stage and screen. The origins of tap dance & hip-hop will also be touched on as branches of the same roots as those of jazz dance. You will become familiar with the major contributors to jazz dance including those over-looked in the past. We will examine issues of cultural appropriation and racism in the context of the history of jazz dance in America. Finally, we will look at the status of jazz dance in the 21st century and consider perspectives on jazz dance in the context of the current socio-political climate.
DANC 10.1 Introduction to Dance Movement
(Formerly DANCE 10.1) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Introductory dance class designed for the student with no prior dance experience. Basic dance skills, techniques, and general dance vocabulary common to all genres of dance will be covered.
DANC 10.2 Introduction to Dance Genres: Ballet, Modern, Jazz
(Formerly DANCE 10.2) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Introductory dance class designed for the student with no dance training in the primary theatrical dance forms: ballet, modern, jazz. Will familiarize students with the unique attributes of each of these genre of dance classes and include units on each of the dance forms which will introduce the student to the basic skills, techniques, and vocabulary of these genres. Recommended prior to the beginning level in any of these dance forms.
DANC 11.1 Ballet I
(Formerly DANCE 11.1) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 10.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course for beginning (Level I) dancers covers beginning ballet principles and skills in the areas of technique, movement, vocabulary, style, and musicality. The course also includes basic ballet aesthetics and performance skills.
DANC 11.2 Ballet II
(Formerly DANCE 11.2) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 11.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course, for advanced-beginning (Level II) dancers with prior ballet experience, covers advanced-beginning (Level II) ballet principles and skills in the areas of technique, movement, vocabulary, style, and musicality. The course also includes ballet aesthetics and performance skills as they pertain to advanced-beginning (Level II) ballet.
DANC 11.3 Ballet III
(Formerly DANCE 11.3) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 11.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course, for low-intermediate (Level III) dancers with prior ballet experience, covers low-intermediate (Level III) ballet principles and skills in the areas of technique, movement, vocabulary, style, and musicality. The course also includes ballet aesthetics and emphasizes performance skills as they pertain to low-intermediate (Level III) ballet.
DANC 11.4 Ballet IV
(Formerly DANCE 11.4) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 11.3. Limits on enrollment: By audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course, for intermediate (Level IV) dancers with prior ballet experience, covers intermediate (Level IV) ballet principles and skills in the areas of technique, movement, vocabulary, style, and musicality. The course also includes ballet aesthetics and emphasizes performance skills as they pertain to intermediate (Level IV) ballet.
DANC 11.5 Ballet V
(Formerly DANCE 11.5) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANC 11.4 ( or DANCE 11.4). Limits on enrollment: By audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course, for high-intermediate (Level V) dancers with prior ballet experience, covers high-intermediate (Level V) ballet principles and skills in the areas of technique, movement, vocabulary, style, and musicality. The course also includes ballet aesthetics and emphasizes performance skills as they pertain to high-intermediate (Level V) ballet.
DANC 11.6 Ballet VI
(Formerly DANCE 11.6) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 11.5. Limits on enrollment: By audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course, for advanced (Level VI) dancers with prior ballet experience, covers advanced (Level VI) ballet principles and skills in the areas of technique, movement, vocabulary, style, and musicality. The course also includes ballet aesthetics and emphasizes performance skills as they pertain to advanced (Level VI) ballet.
DANC 13.1 Jazz Dance I
(Formerly DANCE 13.1) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 10.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course for beginning (Level I) dancers covers fundamentals of jazz dance in the areas of technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. The course also covers beginning (Level I) jazz dance choreography and performance skills.
DANC 13.2 Jazz Dance II
(Formerly DANCE 13.2) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 13.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course, for advanced-beginning (Level II) dancers with prior jazz dance experience, focuses on advanced-beginning (Level II) jazz dance training in the areas of technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. The course also includes advanced-beginning (Level II) jazz dance choreography and performance skills.
DANC 13.3 Jazz Dance III
(Formerly DANCE 13.3) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 13.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course for low- intermediate (Level III) dancers focuses on low- intermediate (Level III) jazz dance training in the areas of technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. The course also includes experiences in jazz dance choreography and emphasizes performance skills. May include a performance in a dance concert.
DANC 13.4 Jazz Dance IV
(Formerly DANCE 13.4) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 13.3.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course for intermediate (Level IV) dancers focuses on intermediate jazz dance training in the areas of technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. The course also emphasizes jazz dance choreography and emphasizes performance skills. May include a performance in a dance concert.
DANC 13.5 Jazz Dance V
(Formerly DANCE 13.5) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 13.4.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course for high-intermediate (Level V) dancers focuses on high-intermediate (Level V) jazz dance training in the areas of technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. The course also emphasizes jazz dance choreography and emphasizes performance skills. May include a performance in a dance concert.
DANC 13.6 Jazz Dance VI
(Formerly DANCE 13.6) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 13.5.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course for advanced (Level VI) dancers focuses on advanced (Level VI) jazz dance training in the areas of technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. The course also emphasizes jazz dance choreography and emphasizes performance skills. May include a performance in a dance concert.
DANC 14.1 Contemporary Dance I
(Formerly DANCE 14.1) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 10.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Contemporary dance draws from ballet modern and jazz dance techniques. This beginning (Level I) course follows a dance class format including center warm-ups, progressions, and combinations. The choreography will focus on clearly displayed emotional moods and fast-moving choreographic strategies, with an emphasis on innovation and stylized movement.
DANC 14.2 Contemporary Dance II
(Formerly DANCE 14.2) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 14.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Contemporary dance draws from ballet, modern, and jazz dance techniques. This Level II course follows a dance class format including center warm-ups, progressions, and combinations. The choreography focuses on interpretation of the mood of the music or the lyrics of the songs.
DANC 14.3 Contemporary Dance III
(Formerly DANCE 14.3) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANC 11.2 ( or DANCE 11.2) and Course Completion of DANC 13.2 ( or DANCE 13.2 or PE 30.1B).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Contemporary dance draws from ballet, modern, jazz, and contemporary techniques. This level III course follows a dance class format including center warm-ups, progressions, and combinations. The choreography will focus on clearly displayed emotional moods and fast-moving choreographic strategies, with an emphasis on innovation and stylized movement.
DANC 14.4 Contemporary Dance IV
(Formerly DANCE 14.4) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANC 14.3 ( or DANCE 14.3).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Contemporary dance draws from ballet, modern, jazz, and contemporary techniques. This Level IV course follows a dance class format including center warm-ups, progressions, and combinations. The choreography will focus on clearly displayed emotional moods and fast-moving choreographic strategies, with an emphasis on innovation and stylized movement.
DANC 16.1 Modern Dance I
(Formerly DANCE 16.1) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 10.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course is for beginning (Level I) dancers with limited modern dance training. Emphasis is on beginning (Level I) modern dance skills in the areas of technique and movement vocabulary, as well as the use of space, time, and energy. This course will include basic modern dance improvisation, choreography, and performance skills.
DANC 16.2 Modern Dance II
(Formerly DANCE 16.2) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 16.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course is for advanced- beginning (Level II) dancers with some prior modern dance training, and emphasizes advanced-beginning (Level II) modern dance skills in the areas of technique and movement vocabulary, and the use of space, time, and energy. This course also includes advanced-beginning (Level II) modern dance improvisation, choreography, and performance skills.
DANC 16.3 Modern Dance III
(Formerly DANCE 16.3) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANC 16.2 ( or DANCE 16.2).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course is for low- intermediate (Level III) level dancers and covers low- intermediate (Level III) modern dance skills in the areas of technique and movement vocabulary. Also includes the use of space, time, and energy. This course also includes improvisation, experiences in choreography, and a focus on performance skills.
DANC 16.4 Modern Dance IV
(Formerly DANCE 16.4) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 16.3.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course for intermediate (Level IV) dancers covers intermediate (Level IV) modern dance skills in the areas of technique and movement vocabulary as well as the use of space, time, and energy. The course also includes improvisation, experiences in choreography, and a focus on refinement of performance skills.
DANC 16.5 Modern Dance V
(Formerly DANCE 16.5) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANC 16.4 ( or DANCE 16.4).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course for high- intermediate (Level V) dancers covers high- intermediate (Level V) modern dance skills in the areas of technique and movement vocabulary as well as the use of space, time, and energy. The course also includes improvisation, experiences in choreography, and a focus on refinement of performance skills.
DANC 16.6 Modern Dance VI
(Formerly DANCE 16.6) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 16.5.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course for advanced (Level VI) dancers covers advanced (Level VI) modern dance skills in the areas of technique and movement vocabulary as well as the use of space, time, and energy. The course also includes improvisation, experiences in choreography, and a focus on refinement of performance skills.
DANC 18.1 Rhythm Tap Dance I
(Formerly DANCE 18.1) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: In this course, students will develop the fundamental skills for beginning level tap dance. Students will also learn and refine the underlying foundations of tap dance techniques and terminology and continue to develop a greater understanding of both classic and rhythm tap dance. While learning to achieve greater clarity of sound and development of enhanced dynamics, tone and shading, students will gain a greater awareness of the range of steps and sounds within tap dance technique. Students will develop ankle and knee flexibility, improved overall bodily coordination, and a greater understanding of musicality in relationship to the rhythms. Students are encouraged to explore their unique individuality through tap combinations while gaining confidence and attempting new challenges. Students will be required to wear tap shoes for this class.
4 Times in any Comb of LevelsDANC 21.1 Hip Hop/Funk I
(Formerly DANCE 21.1) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 10.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course will introduce students to the fundamentals (Level I) of the hip hop/funk dance style derived from the current dance vernacular and culture. Classes will include warm-up exercises, isolations, floor stretches, and strengthening specific to the hip hop/funk style of dance. This course will also include locomotor movements ("across-the-floor") and center combinations.
DANC 21.2 Hip Hop/Funk II
(Formerly DANCE 21.2) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 21.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This advanced-beginning (Level II) hip hop/ funk course will allow students to continue the study of hip hop/funk dance as it applies to technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. This class incorporates styles and choreography used in the current dance vernacular and culture.
DANC 21.3 Hip Hop/Funk III
(Formerly DANCE 21.3) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 21.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This low-intermediate (Level III) hip hop/ funk course will allow students to continue the study of hip hop/funk dance as it applies to technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. This class incorporates styles and choreography used in the current dance vernacular and culture.
DANC 21.4 Hip Hop/Funk IV
(Formerly DANCE 21.4) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 21.3.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This intermediate (Level IV) hip hop/ funk course will allow students to continue the study of hip hop/funk dance as it applies to technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. This class incorporates styles and choreography used in the current dance vernacular and culture.
DANC 21.5 Hip Hop/Funk V
(Formerly DANCE 21.5) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 21.4.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This high- intermediate (Level V) hip hop/funk course will allow students to continue the study of hip hop/funk dance as it applies to technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. This class incorporates styles and choreography used in the current dance vernacular and culture.
DANC 21.6 Hip Hop/Funk VI
(Formerly DANCE 21.6) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANC 21.5 ( or DANCE 21.5).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This advanced (Level VI) hip hop/funk course will allow students to continue the study of hip hop/funk dance as it applies to technique, movement vocabulary, terminology, rhythm and musicality. This class incorporates styles and choreography used in the current dance vernacular and culture.
DANC 27 Dance Production: Experience
(Formerly DANCE 27) 2 Units/6 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 11.8. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 11.3, DANCE 13.3, DANCE 16.3 OR DANCE 21.3. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: In this course, students will rehearse and prepare to perform faculty and student-choreographed dances for the annual dance performance.The focus is on developing technical and performance skills, as well as a professional work ethic in relation to rehearsing and practicing choreography. The course will serve as an introduction to future choreographic opportunities within the dance program.
4 Enrollments TotalDANC 28 Choreography for Performance
(Formerly DANCE 28) 2 Units/6 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 11.8. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 3.1 and DANCE 27. Limits on enrollment: By audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Intermediate to advanced dance students will develop choreography from initial concept through completion and performance. Students will conduct rehearsals, receive feedback on choreography, show their work, and prepare to present dances in the annual dance production. Students in this course may also perform in dances choreographed by fellow students.
4 Enrollments TotalDANC 29 Dance Performance and Touring Company
(Formerly DANCE 29) 2 Units/6 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 11.3, DANCE 13.3, DANCE 16.3 OR DANCE 21.3. For choreographers completion of DANCE 3.1. Limits on enrollment: By Audition Only
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: For the intermediate through advanced dance student, the Dance Performance and Touring Company class provides an experience of dancing and touring with a pre-professional dance company. Collaboratively the faculty and class/company members create a short theme-based performance, designed to increase audience appreciation of dance as an art form. Students develop their own choreography and perform both student and faculty pieces in a variety of venues focusing on performance in K-12 settings and community dance performances.
4 Enrollments TotalDANC 32 Dance Repertory
(Formerly DANCE 32) 1.5 Units/4.5 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Limits on enrollment: By audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: In this class, intermediate through advanced dancers will rehearse and practice one or more faculty-choreographed concert pieces. Each piece may be a work from the repertory of the choreographer or may be a new work set on the dancers.
4 Enrollments TotalDANC 35 Dance Improvisation Techniques
(Formerly DANCE 35) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 10.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: In Dance Improvisation, students will focus on exploration of the aesthetic dance elements of space, time and energy and is designed to train the mind and body to respond and explore individual movement experiences. Dance improvisation can be structured in solo, duet and group improvisations, and is for dancers of all levels of technique and movement interests.
4 Enrollments TotalDANC 37.1 Ballroom Dance I
(Formerly DANCE 37.1) 1 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 10.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course establishes a solid foundation in ballroom dance technique and basic skills. Dances may include: foxtrot, waltz, swing, and cha cha, with possible introduction to other ballroom dances and/or Latin dances.
DANC 37.2 Ballroom Dance II
(Formerly DANCE 37.2) 1 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 37.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will continue to learn the fundamentals of social ballroom dance. Students will demonstrate skills, technique, and step patterns of greater complexity in foxtrot, waltz, cha cha, and swing. Students will also be introduced to the basic skills and patterns of rumba, samba, tango, and Viennese waltz.
DANC 47 Dances of the African Diaspora I
(Formerly DANCE 47) 1-2 Units/Up to 0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course will introduce students to African Diaspora dance, specifically the history, technique and performance of various styles of African Dance from the Caribbean, Haiti, Senegal, Guinea, Nigera and the Congo regions of Africa. This course will emphasize musicality and the introduction of percussive rhythms as well as increase students' endurance, coordination, agility and flexibility.
4 Enrollments TotalDANC 61.1 Dance Conditioning and Somatic Practices I
(Formerly DANCE 61.1) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn various types of introductory level stretching, strengthening, and body alignment exercises for dance. This course combines techniques and skills from various body therapy programs (e.g., Feldenkrais, Laban Somatic Movement, floor Barre and Gyrokinesis) to enhance student's flexibility and strength.
DANC 61.2 Dance Conditioning and Somatic Practices II
(Formerly DANCE 61.2) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn various types of beginning-level stretching, strengthening, and body alignment exercises for dance. This course combines techniques and skills from various body therapy programs (e.g., Feldenkrais, Laban Somatic Movement, Floor Barre and Gyrokinesis) to enhance student's flexibility and strength.
DANC 61.3 Dance Conditioning and Somatic Practices III
(Formerly DANCE 61.3) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn various types of intermediate-level stretching, strengthening, and body alignment exercises for dance. This course combines techniques and skills from various body therapy programs (e.g., Feldenkrais, Laban Somatic Movement, floor Barre and Gyrokinesis) to enhance student's flexibility and strength.
DANC 61.4 Dance Conditioning and Somatic Practices IV
(Formerly DANCE 61.4) 1.5 Units/0.75 hour lecture, 2.25 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn various types of advanced-level stretching, strengthening, and body alignment exercises for dance. This course combines techniques and skills from various body therapy programs (e.g., Feldenkrais, Laban Somatic Movement, floor Barre and Gyrokinesis) to enhance student's flexibility and strength.
DANC 88.1 Latin Dance I
(Formerly DANCE 88.1) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANCE 10.1.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course establishes basic knowledge of Latin dances. Practice of basic Salsa, Bachata, Meringue, Cha Cha and other Latin dance techniques will be covered.
DANC 88.2 Latin Dance II
(Formerly DANCE 88.2) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANC 88.1 ( or DANCE 88.1).
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course establishes an intermediate level knowledge of Latin dances. Practice of intermediate level Salsa, Bachata, Meringue, Cha Cha and other Latin dance techniques will be covered.
DANC 88.3 Latin Dance III
(Formerly DANCE 88.3) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANC 88.2 ( or DANCE 88.2).
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course establishes a high-intermediate level knowledge of Latin Dances. Practice of high-intermediate level Salsa, Bachata, Meringue, Cha Cha and other Latin dance techniques will be covered.
DANC 88.4 Latin Dance IV
(Formerly DANCE 88.4) 1 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of DANC 88.3 ( or DANCE 88.3).
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course establishes an advanced level knowledge of Latin Dances. Practice of advanced level Salsa, Bachata, Meringue, Cha Cha and other Latin dance techniques will be covered.
DANC 150 Teaching Dance Techniques
(Formerly DANCE 150) 1 Unit/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Limits on enrollment: Students enrolling in this class must have prior approval from the supervising faculty member.
Description: The course will cover the fundamental philosophies, techniques and methods for developing progressions and programs in dance instruction. Special attention will on how to successfully assist an instructor in a dance technique class in order to optimize learning experiences. Student will assist faculty in a classroom environment for a semester.
Dietetic Technology (DIET)
DIET 107 Dietetic Technician 1: Lecture
(Formerly DIET 107.1) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of DIET 70 (OR FDNT 70), DIET 50, DIET 176, DIET 191, PHYZ 58, DIET 176L; AND Concurrent Enrollment in DIET 107L.
Description: Application of nutrition and dietetics concepts to development of entry-level skills and competencies for the Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR), in inpatient food and nutrition settings, including both acute care and long-term care, as required by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
DIET 107L Dietetic Technician 1: Supervised Field Experience
(Formerly DIET 107.1L) 4 Units/12 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of DIET 70 (OR FDNT 70), DIET 50, DIET 176, DIET 176L, DIET 191, and PHYZ 58. Concurrent enrollment in DIET 107. Limits on enrollment: Students must have the following immunizations: MMR, Varicella-Zoster, Tetanus or TDAP, PPD (2 tests completed, one week apart), Rubella, and Hepatitis B (students must have completed the first two doses prior to starting clinical), and flu shot. Students must pass a background clearance.
Description: The course includes supervised field experience (SFE) where students perform entry-level skills and competencies for the Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) in inpatient food and nutrition settings, including both acute care and long-term care.
DIET 108 Dietetic Technician 2: Lecture
(Formerly DIET 107.2) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of DIET 70 (OR FDNT 70), DIET 50, DIET 176, DIET 176L, DIET 191; AND Concurrent Enrollment in DIET 108L..
Description: Application of nutrition and dietetics concepts to development of entry-level skills and competencies for the Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR), in community nutrition settings, as required by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).
DIET 108L Dietetic Technician 2: Supervised Field Experience
(Formerly DIET 107.2L) 4 Units/12 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of DIET 70 (OR FDNT 70), DIET 50, DIET 176, DIET 176L, and DIET 191. Concurrent enrollment in DIET 108.. Limits on enrollment: Students must pass a background clearance.
Description: The course includes supervised field experience (SFE) where students perform entry-level skills and competencies for the Dietetic Technician, Registered (DTR) in community nutrition settings.
Disability Resources Department (DRD)
DRD 370A Introduction to College and Career Preparation 1
(Formerly DRD 370.1A) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course addresses career preparation strategies and resources for students with disabilities. Students will identify opportunities for involvement in campus and community activities, and career technical education.
DRD 370B Introduction to College and Career Preparation 2
(Formerly DRD 370.1B) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of DRD 370A ( or DRD 370.1A).
Description: Students with disabilities will develop a career goal and an academic plan. Students will learn about opportunities for involvement in campus activities and career education.
DRD 370C Career Development and Work Experience 1
(Formerly DRD 370.2A) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of DRD 370B ( or DRD 370.1B).
Description: Students with disabilities will identify appropriate volunteer and paid work experience opportunities in both on and off campus settings. Students will be supported in attending campus, community, and career education opportunities and activities.
DRD 370D Career Development and Work Experience 2
(Formerly DRD 370.2B) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of DRD 370C ( or DRD 370.2A).
Description: Students with disabilities will develop work experience and job search strategies. Students will be supported in participating in campus, community, and career education opportunities and activities.
DRD 370E Transition to Employment 1
(Formerly DRD 370.3A) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of DRD 370D ( or DRD 370.2B).
Description: Students with disabilities will develop a plan for on-the-job support and disability management in the workplace. Students will initiate the planning of a campus and/or community event or activity.
DRD 370F Transition to Employment 2
(Formerly DRD 370.3B) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of DRD 370E ( or DRD 370.3A).
Description: This course addresses students with disabilities transition to employment from college and the implementation of their plan for on-the-job support. Students will implement and host a campus or community event or activity.
Earth and Space Science (ERTH)
ERTH 49 Independent Study in Earth Sciences
(Formerly ERTHS 49) 1-3 Units/Up to 9 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Limits on enrollment: Approval of the project proposal (including a written description of project objectives and methods) by sponsoring faculty, Department Chair, and Supervising Administrator.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: In this course, students will conduct independent study in an Earth Science, Environmental, or Astronomy related discipline by literature, field, or laboratory research. UC determines credit AFTER transfer; not counted for admission. (See a counselor for details.)
ERTH 67 STEM Research: Principles, Methods and Practices
(Formerly ERTHS 67) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of BIO 10 OR CHEM 42 OR ENGR 10 OR MATH 25 OR MATH 58 OR MATH 27 or higher (MATH); or AB705 placement into Math Tier 1 or higher. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students majoring in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) will be introduced to scientific research principles needed to understand the skills required for careers that include elements of research practice. The course explores the scientific method, how research is defined, creation of knowledge, effective experiment design, and components that include principles of data recording, formulating and testing of hypotheses, communication of results, venues of dissemination, and the process of peer review.
ERTH 85.1 Pepperwood Natural History: Physical Environment
(Formerly ERTHS 85.1) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: A survey of the natural history of the Pepperwood Preserve, emphasizing earth sciences and native cultures (offered Fall semester only). Laboratory hours are primarily in the field and will include hiking over uneven terrain. This course (along with BIO/ERTHS 85.2) is a component of the Pepperwood Preserve Steward training program.
ERTH 85.2 Pepperwood Natural History- Biotic Environment
(Formerly ERTHS 85.2) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: A survey of the natural history of the Pepperwood Preserve, emphasizing the flora, fauna, and ecology (offered Spring semester only). Laboratory hours are primarily in the field and will include hiking over uneven terrain. This course (along with BIO/ERTHS 85.1) is a component of the Pepperwood Preserve Steward training program.
Emergency Medical Care (EMC)
EMC 103 Emergency Medical Technician
7.5 Units/6 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory, 3 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of EMC 100 and Minimum Age 18 or older. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL C1000 or EMLS 10 or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.. Limits on enrollment: Student must be at least 18 years of age and pass DOJ/FBI Live Scan background check. Student must have current certification in American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR. Required immunizations in accordance with standard health care guidelines.
Description: Basic level course primarily designed to meet the California State Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) requirements for the Emergency Medical Technician who functions on an operational ambulance. Students will apply principles of anatomy, physiology and communications as they relate to the assessment of the sick and injured and rendering pre-hospital basic life support. Students will apply the above knowledge to develop manipulative skills necessary to the practice of an Emergency Medical Technician. Students are required to attend the minimum number of hours required by California Title 22; this includes the required weekend activities. Students must be 18 years of age by first class meeting. Students must clear a criminal background check through Livescan (DOJ/FBI). Students must have current immunizations in accordance with state healthcare guidelines. Course required for California EMT certification.
Entrepreneurship (ESHP)
ESHP 101 Innovation
(Formerly ESHIP 101) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Eligibility for BMG 53 OR Course Eligibility for BGN 100.
Description: Students will evaluate the entrepreneurial skills, tools, and techniques to support brainstorming and creativity. They will also assess the methodology behind the inception and growth of ideas, concepts, innovations. Additionally, students will apply social and cultural insights to creative inspiration, product development, idea generation, and venture creation.
ESHP 106 Venture Launch
(Formerly ESHIP 106) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100 and Course Completion of ESHP 101 ( or ESHIP 101).
Description: Apply the entrepreneurial decision-making process and the lean launch / customer discovery process to the real-world development and assessment of new opportunities, business models, and ventures.
ESHP 115 Financial Basics and Cash Flow
(Formerly ESHIP 115) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Students will be introduced to overall financial basics needed to run businesses. Topics include orientation to financial reports, cash flow management, forecasting, financial recordkeeping needed for tax reporting, break-even analysis, and how to read financial results to make decisions.
ESHP 116 Ethics, Responsibility, and Sustainability
(Formerly ESHIP 116) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: Introduces students to ways to promote responsible corporate behavior by focusing on the social, ethical, and environmental impacts of business activities, while distinguishing the issues, motivations, and strategies unique to short-term profitability and long-term sustainability.
ESHP 117 Communications for Start-Ups
(Formerly ESHIP 117) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: Introduces students to a wide spectrum of communications. Investigates how to successfully communicate concepts and goals various stakeholders and influencers throughout the product life cycle.
Environmental Studies (ENST)
ENST 40 Environmental Forum
(Formerly ENVST 40) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: A series of lectures, readings, and classroom discussions on topics of environmental concern including an introduction to the field of environmental studies, four to six guest lectures on various environmental topics, and an introduction to employment opportunities within the field. Presentations given by guest lecturers. Topics change from semester to semester. UC determines credit AFTER transfer; not counted for admission. (See a counselor for details.)
Equine Science (EQSC)
EQSC 25 Equine Science
(Formerly EQSCI 25) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: AG - AS 116L
Description: A survey of the equine industry. Selection, feeding, breeding, facilities, handling and diseases of horses will be emphasized to ensure scientifically based management decisions.
EQSC 60 Equine Anatomy and Physiology
(Formerly EQSCI 60) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course investigates the gross anatomy and physiology of the horse. All the major body organs will be studied in relation to their function in the horse.
EQSC 80 Equine and Stable Management
(Formerly EQSCI 80) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent; and Course Completion of EQSCI 25.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course will provide students an understanding of management considerations to be better prepared for running and/or managing an equine enterprise. Topics covered will be: horse facilities; health care; equipment and tack; trailering horses; conditioning; pasture management; and managing the stalled horse. Field trips are an integral part of this course.
EQSC 101 Horse Handling Skills
(Formerly EQSCI 101) 1.5 Units/1 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Description: Introduction to the fundamentals of horse handling. Covers horse behavioral patterns and safe handling skills, such as lunging and round pen training. This course also explores safety as it relates to grooming, saddling, bridling and interpreting equine behavior.
EQSC 110 Equine Nutrition
(Formerly EQSCI 110) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: In this course, students will learn how to develop a horse feeding program with regard to horse type, level of activity, available feedstuffs, cost factors and basic nutritional requirements. This course will cover feeding for maintenance, growth and reproduction as well as feeding methods.
EQSC 170 Farrier Science
(Formerly EQSCI 170) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: Basic anatomy and physiology of the horse's limbs and feet. Causes, treatment and prevention of common lameness problems, horseshoeing terminology, and guidelines for assessing proper horseshoeing and hoof trimming.
Ethnic Studies (ETHS)
ETHS 20 Introduction to Ethnic Studies
(Formerly ETHST 20) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area G;CSU area F
Description: This course is an introduction to Ethnic Studies. The students will examine the cultural, economic, legal and environmental conditions under which different ethnic groups have made a home in America. The term “ethnic” is reframed to explicitly include white colonists and settlers in order to examine the legacy of colonialism, economic oppression and white supremacy against Indigenous peoples, non-white settlers, immigrants and refugees. Students will study key figures, moments and movements in multi-ethnic conflict; cooperation and solidarity are examined to illustrate the strength and influence of the people, old and new, who made, and are remaking America.
ETHS 21 Introduction to African-American Studies
(Formerly ETHST 21) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area G;CSU area F
Description: This Ethnic Studies course is an introduction to African-American Studies centered on black lives and experiences. Drawing from the humanities, the performing arts, the social sciences and cinema, students will examine the profound contributions of African-American cultures that are central to America. This multidisciplinary course approaches African-American Studies as simultaneously authentically American while also embedded with a global black diaspora stretching from the Caribbean to Europe to Asia. Students will use an ethnic studies lens to examine themes like black resistance, white supremacy, large-scale migration and multiracial coalition building are examined to illustrate the multifaceted dimensions of African-American cultures and black lives, inside and outside of America.
ETHS 22 Introduction to Asian American Studies
(Formerly ETHST 22) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area G;CSU area F
Description: While Asian Americans are often seen as forever-foreigners, they are inextricably woven into the fabric of the United States. Students will learn the diverse and complex experiences and origins of Asian Americans; this course will explore the epistemologies, intersectional identities, histories, and societal impact of Americans of East Asian, Pacific Islander, South Asian, and Southeast Asian descent.
ETHS 23 Introduction to Chicanx and Latinx Studies
(Formerly ETHST 23) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area G;CSU area F
Description: In this Ethnic Studies course, students will study the Chicanx and Latinx communities and cultures in U.S. society from Indigenous civilizations to the present. Chicanx and Latinx contributions to U.S. society are examined by using an ethnic studies lens and interdisciplinary approach, including social and behavioral sciences, humanities, literature, art, and music.
ETHS 24 Introduction to Native American Studies
(Formerly ETHST 24) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area G;CSU area F
Description: American Indian cultures in North America are studied from early cultures to contemporary society. Students will use a cross-disciplinary approach to examine applicable methods and theories that inform the distinct cultural and political organization, analyze and articulate concepts such as race, ethnicity, equity, ethnocentrism, self-determination, liberation, and settler colonialism by applying theory and knowledge produced by Native Americans.
ETHS 25 The American Indian and the U.S. Political System
(Formerly ETHST 25) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area G;CSU area F
Description: This Ethnic Studies course surveys the role of American Indian people in the United States and state political systems, institutions, and legal precedent. Students will use an ethnic studies lens to examine tribal nations' government political structures and functions from pre-contact through settler colonialism to contemporary times, as well as analysis of Federal Indian Policy and leading issues such as, but not limited to, sovereignty, tribal citizenship, and identify that affect American Indian people and Native nations.
ETHS 26 The Original Californians
(Formerly ETHST 26) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area G;CSU area F
Description: This Ethnic Studies course will study Native people of California: their origin, language, arts, customs, religion, folklore, and music. In this course students will use an ethnic studies lens to develop a dynamic comparative grid, focusing on the persistence of tribal identities and evolution of socio-economic changes, tribal and inter-tribal cultural practices over time.
ETHS 27 American Indians Today
(Formerly ETHST 27) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area G;CSU area F
Description: Students will study the development of a greater sensitivity to the American Indian through analysis of ethnocentrism, racialization, and colonialism exhibited in contemporary American pluralistic society. This will be done through the analysis of stereotyping, history, cultural practice, and contemporary issues.
Film and Media Arts (FMA)
FMA 4 Introduction to Mass Communication
(Formerly MEDIA 4) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: JOUR 100
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C1;IGETC area 3A
Description: Overview of the history, structure, function and influence of print, electronic, and digital media and their support industries.
FMA 6 Media, Culture, and Identity
(Formerly MEDIA 6) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas D,E,G;CSU areas C2,D;IGETC areas 3B,4
Description: This course examines the impact media has on perceptions of race, class, gender, and sexuality in America. Students will investigate the origins of cultural stereotypes as well as the complexities of representing various American cultures in the media. Particular attention will be paid to women and minority mediamakers.
FMA 10 Film Appreciation
(Formerly MEDIA 10) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C1;IGETC area 3A
Description: Students will be introduced to the language and technology of filmmaking through the examination of great films and filmmakers. The course features a broad range of domestic and international cinema and investigates the culture, politics, and social histories of the periods in which the films were produced. The students become more aware of the complexity of film art, more sensitive to its nuances, textures, and rhythms, and more perceptive in reading its multilayered blend of image, sound, and motion.
FMA 14 Early Film History
(Formerly MEDIA 14) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent and Course Completion of FMA 10 ( or MEDIA 10).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C1;IGETC area 3A
Description: A survey of international film history from pre-cinema machines to the 1950s with emphasis upon D.W. Griffith, German Expressionism, Soviet Montage, film genres, and the Hollywood Studio System. The course will also cover the historical evolution of the narrative form, as well as the development of formal devices such as the shot, mise-en-scène, editing, and sound design.
FMA 15 Modern Film History
(Formerly MEDIA 15) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent and Course Completion of MEDIA 10 and MEDIA 14.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C1;IGETC area 3A
Description: A survey of international film history from the 1950s to the present with emphasis on the New Waves and the New Hollywood. The course will also cover the historical evolution of the narrative form, as well as development of formal devices such as shot, mise-en-scene, editing, and sound design.
FMA 17 Contemporary World Cinema
(Formerly MEDIA 17) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas E,H;CSU areas C1,C2;IGETC areas 3A,3B
Description: A survey of contemporary world cinema as art, business, technology, and cultural artifact. Students will utilize various critical methodologies for analyzing and interpreting the work of notable film artists, current international film movements and genres, and transnational and globalized media developments.
FMA 18 Audio for Film Production
(Formerly MEDIA 18) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: An introductory course for visual storytellers examining the art and science of audio for digital film & video production. Students will learn the basic concepts of recording audio for visual media, including: microphone placement, recording standards, and mixing. Students will study and have access to a variety of audio production equipment, including a range of microphones, audio recorders and post-production applications, including Adobe Premiere. The successful student will be able to execute proper audio production techniques for a variety of film & video production applications and technologies.
FMA 19 Multi-Camera Studio Production
(Formerly MEDIA 19) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in FMA 18 ( or MEDIA 18 or MEDIA 51).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course introduces students to the studio production environment. Live multi-camera formats will be studied in theory and in practice as participants create original content.
FMA 20 Introduction to Digital Filmmaking
(Formerly MEDIA 20) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Concurrent Enrollment in CS 74.22 and MEDIA 10 and MEDIA 18.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will receive an intensive introduction to the fundamentals of digital filmmaking, including: writing and structuring a story, developing a shooting script, basic camera, sound and lighting techniques, editing, and post-production processes. Students will develop the basic skills to work as a member of a production crew.
FMA 21 Intermediate Digital Filmmaking
(Formerly MEDIA 21) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FMA 20 ( or MEDIA 20).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: An examination of the science and art of digital pre-production, production and post-production. Students will write short film scripts, plan and execute shoots using single camera production techniques, edit picture and sound, and learn how to package and market films for festivals and distribution. Students will develop more advanced skills in digital filmmaking such as directing actors and genre lighting.
FMA 22 Screenwriting
(Formerly MEDIA 22) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of ENGL 100 or EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or higher (V8). Recommended: Course Completion of FMA 10 ( or MEDIA 10).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: An introduction to the fundamentals of screenwriting, including story structure, character development, dialogue, plotting, and formatting as they are used in creating scripts for film and television.
FMA 44 Media Criticism
(Formerly MEDIA 44) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas D,E;CSU areas C1,D;IGETC areas 3A,4
Description: An introduction to the critical analysis of mediated texts with an emphasis on film, television, music, advertising, social media, video games, and new media. Students will explore and apply the core concepts of media theory and methods in an attempt to better understand the relationship between media, culture, and society.
FMA 55 Cinematography and Visual Storytelling (RVPA)
(Formerly MEDIA 55) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will explore visual storytelling methods from script to screen: script analysis from pragmatic to aesthetic perspectives, cinematography, lighting, and art direction techniques. This is a Regional Virtual Production Academy (RVPA) course that is not offered at SRJC but is available through one or more of the other five participating colleges of the RVPA collaborative program. Learn more about the RVPA at https://cs.santarosa.edu/vp
No RepeatsFMA 123 Intermediate Screenwriting
(Formerly MEDIA 123) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FMA 22 ( or MEDIA 22).
Description: An intermediate screenwriting course that focuses on longer form writing, expanding a first act into a complete feature length script. Emphasis will be not just on writing content (story plot, writing style, etc.), but also on marketing one's work and choosing concepts that are marketable.
Fire Technology (FIRE)
FIRE 82 Fire Inspections and Investigations for Company Officers
(Formerly FIRE 272) 2 Units/7 hours lecture for 5 weeks. P/NP Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FIRE 208.1 or FIRE 290 (Completion of basic fire academy or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Public Safety Instruction). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent. Limits on enrollment: Certified Fire Fighter II through CA State Fire Training
Transferability: CSU.
Description: An overview of the information necessary to conduct inspections, identify hazards and address violations, performing a fire investigation to determine preliminary cause and to secure the incident scene and preserve evidence. Upon successful completion, the student will be awarded a completion certificate from the State Board of Fire Services.
FIRE 85 Hazardous Materials Incident Commander
(Formerly FIRE 270.3) 2 Units/2.25 hours lecture. P/NP Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FIRE 208.1 or FIRE 290 (Completion of basic fire academy or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Public Safety Instruction.). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: A study of the emergency response to Hazardous Material (Hazmat) incidents with an emphasis on the role of the Incident Commander (IC) as defined by OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (Hazwoper) regulations, including basic hazardous materials chemistry, regulations, the tactics and strategy of mitigation, decontamination, and scene management. Upon successful completion, students will receive a certificate in Hazardous Materials IC from the California Specialized Training Institute (CSTI).
FIRE 86C Fire Service Instructor III Instructional Program Management
(Formerly FIRE 273.3) 1 Unit/2 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory for 5 weeks. P/NP Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FIRE 86B or equivalent as determined by the Dean of Public Safety. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course provides information on planning, developing and implementing comprehensive training programs and curricula. Topics include instructional development, program management, program and instructor evaluation and test reliability and validity. The curriculum is based on the 2015 edition of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1041 Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications. Upon successful completion, the student will be awarded a completion certificate from the State Board of Fire Services.
FIRE 283 CA-219 Firing Operations
0.5 Unit/2 hours lecture, 16 hours laboratory for 2 weeks. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FIRE 290 OR FIRE 208.1. Limits on enrollment: Students must provide medical clearance and or a clearance letter from their agency. Must have the following Fire certificates: ICS-200, RT-130, S-230 and S-290.
Description: An intermediate course designed to meet the training needs of Firing Boss (FIRB) as outlined in the Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide and the position Task Book developed for the position. Students will be engaged in strenuous, live firefighting activities working with hand tools in elevated temperatures often exceeding 90 degrees. Upon successful completion, students will be awarded an S-219 certificate from the State Board of Fire Services (SBFS).
Floristry (FLOR)
FLOR 83A Beginning Floral Design
(Formerly FLORS 83A) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will explore the fundamentals of design, techniques, and skills practiced in the florist industry. Includes designs, mechanics, guides to design; introduction to flower and foliage shapes and their use; cut flower care; corsage practice; containers and designer aids.
FLOR 83B Intermediate Floral Design
(Formerly FLORS 83B) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FLOR 83A ( or FLORS 83A).
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will apply the fundamentals of theory, techniques, and skills developed in Basic Floral Design to elaborate floral designs, containers, and flowers, with an emphasis on effective and efficient use of materials and speed.
FLOR 105 Flowers to Wear and Carry
(Formerly FLORS 105) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FLOR 83A ( or FLORS 83A).
Description: Students will design and construct floral arrangements to wear and carry including corsages, hand-held bouquets, boutonnieres, and wristlets. Students will learn a variety of techniques for constructing arrangements with diverse materials.
FLOR 108 Display and Merchandising for Retail Florists
(Formerly FLORS 108) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 0.5 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: In this course, students will explore visual merchandizing and display for retail florists. Students will learn principles, fixtures and accessories for effective visual merchandising used by successful retail florists.
FLOR 112 Wedding Design
(Formerly FLORS 112) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FLOR 83B ( or FLORS 83B).
Description: In this course, students will explore the principles, practices, and methods used by florists in designing and creating wedding arrangements.
FLOR 113 Floral Tributes
(Formerly FLORS 113) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FLOR 83B ( or FLORS 83B). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: Students will apply design theory and mechanics to design and create floral arrangements for sympathy occasions. Student arrangements will include design for casket covers, standing and flat sprays, set work, sympathy arrangements, and lid pieces. Delivery and set-up will also be discussed.
FLOR 114 Retail Flower Business Management
(Formerly FLORS 114) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: In this course, students will explore aspects of owning/managing a flower business. This course covers advertising and merchandising, refrigeration, shrinkage, wire services, simple bookkeeping, permits and licenses, and management and personnel procedures as applied to floral industry.
FLOR 116 Identification and Handling of Flowers, Foliages and Plants
(Formerly FLORS 116) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of FLORS 83A; and eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Description: Identification, care and handling of fresh flowers, foliage, and plants for individuals interested in working and advancing in the floral industry.
FLOR 183C Advanced Floral Design
(Formerly FLORS 183C) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FLOR 83B ( or FLORS 83B).
Description: In this course students will explore advanced design concepts including color theory, use of textures, and the practical application and construction of decorative and natural design styles. Students will also explore the care and use of tropical flowers and foliages.
FLOR 187 European & Advanced Contemporary Floral Design
(Formerly FLORS 187) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of FLOR 83B ( or FLORS 83B).
Description: In this course, students will explore principles and techniques used in the design and construction of European and advanced contemporary floral arrangements.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
GIS 51 Intermediate Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of GIS 40 and APTE 191.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will be introduced to intermediate level concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Topics include GIS elements, data structures and their management, and intermediate raster and vector geoprocessing functions. The course covers technical mapping standards and cartographic display. Hands-on exposure to GIS technology through the use of computers and industry standard software is provided during the laboratory.
Geology (GEOL)
GEOL 7 Geology Field Trip
1-3 Units/Up to 1 hour lecture, 6 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of GEOL 1, GEOL 11 or PHSC 21.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Investigation of the geologic features of various locations within California, through field study and observation. Destinations may include Yosemite, Long Valley Caldera, Point Reyes, Bodega Bay, Mt. Lassen, and the Modoc Plateau. Identification of rocks, minerals, landforms, geologic history, and geologic processes in the field. Course includes a four to five day field trip and strenuous hiking. Good overall health and fitness are recommended for anyone considering enrolling in this class.
Graphic Design (GD)
GD 54 Principles of Layout and Design
3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in CS 72.1A and GD 51.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course focuses on the concept of layout design through project based learning. Topics covered include the design of: advertisements, editorial layouts, books, and digital publications. Students will learn to apply design principles to create effective layouts while using industry standard technology.
Health Care (HLC)
HLC 120 Health Careers Institute
(Formerly HLC 129) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Limits on enrollment: High School students must be current on following immunizations: MMR, Varicella-Zoster, Tdap, Covid-19 vaccination series and current TB clearance. Finger printing, drug testing and clean background clearance required. Proper paperwork must be completed and submitted to instructor prior to deadline as published in schedule.
Description: In this course, high school students will be introduced to opportunities in healthcare careers through lecture, laboratory, and experiences in clinical settings. Careers include, but are not limited to: Nursing, Nursing Assistant, Nutrition, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, Medical Assisting, Pharmacy Technician, and Radiologic Technology. Students will complete Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Question Persuade Refer (QPR), and First Aid trainings. The course also covers healthcare job trends, education, and licensure requirements.
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC)
HVAC 101 Introduction to HVACR
(Formerly HVACR 101) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course introduces students to the residential Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) industry. Topics such as HVACR mechanical and electrical systems, equipment, diagnostic tools, HVACR formulas and math, jobsite safety, and basic thermodynamics will be covered. Students will also learn about career opportunities, codes and regulations, and industry certification requirements for HVACR technicians. Students with previous experience in the HVACR industry may be prepared for the more advanced HVACR courses. Contact the instructor or Department Chair for more information.
HVAC 102 Residential HVACR System Components
(Formerly HVACR 102) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in HVAC 101 ( or HVACR 101).
Description: In this course, students will study the electrical and mechanical components of residential heating and air-conditioning systems, including system controls, motors, compressors, refrigerants, and sensors. This course prepares students for the Environmental Protection Agency's EPA 608 examination for safe refrigerant handling. Students with previous experience in the HVACR industry may be prepared for the more advanced HVACR courses. Contact the instructor or Department Chair for more information.
HVAC 103 Residential Heating, Airflow and Ventilation
(Formerly HVACR 103) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Completion or concurrent enrollment in HVACR 101 and HVACR 102.
Description: In this course, students will learn about common residential heating systems, including heat pumps, furnaces, and boilers. Students also learn about airflow, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) system load calculations and combustion analysis. Students with previous experience in the HVACR industry may be prepared to enroll directly in HVACR 103. Contact the instructor or Department Chair for more information.
HVAC 104 Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Systems
(Formerly HVACR 104) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Completion or concurrent enrollment in HVACR 101 and HVACR 102.
Description: In this course, students will learn about installation, commissioning, maintenance of residential air-conditioning systems, and maintenance and repair of foodservice refrigeration. Students will also be introduced to commercial air-conditioning equipment as a means of reinforcing topics related to refrigeration and to preview more advanced careers in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR) industry. Students with previous experience in the HVACR industry may be prepared to enroll directly in HVACR 104. Contact the instructor or Department Chair for more information.
HVAC 105 Commercial Refrigeration and Ice Machines
(Formerly HVACR 105) 4 Units/2 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of HVAC 102 ( or HVACR 102).
Description: In this course, students will study and service commercial refrigeration, residential refrigeration, and ice-making machines.
HVAC 106 HVAC Controls, Theory and Terminology
(Formerly HVACR 106) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of HVAC 102 ( or HVACR 102).
Description: In this course, students will perform an intermediate study and investigation of commercial and residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) control systems.
HVAC 107 EPA and OSHA for HVACR
(Formerly HVACR 107) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of HVAC 102 ( or HVACR 102).
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to the Occupational, Safety and Health Administration's 10 training course (OSHA 10) educating entry-level workers in construction and construction-related jobs to the basic practices of identifying, reducing, eliminating, and reporting hazards associated with their work. Students who pass the exam at the end of the course are eligible to receive the OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Department of Labor (DOL) course completion card. Students will also acquire the technical skills to complete the Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act "EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Certification Program". They will study types of refrigerants, practical refrigerant recovery, recycling, evacuation, and recharging. Students successfully completing this course will receive the Section 608 EPA Universal Certification. A written board approved exam will be administered within the course whereupon students who successfully pass with 72% or higher will earn the Section 608 EPA Universal Certification.
History (HIST)
HIST 8.1 History of Latin America from Pre-Columbian to 1830
3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: An introductory survey of Latin American history from pre-Columbian times to the 1830s. This course will examine the history of Indigenous societies, the development of the European colonial system, and subsequent independence movements.
Human Resources (HR)
HR 66 Human Resource Administration Current Applications
1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in HR 60 AND HR 61 AND HR 62 AND HR 63 AND HR 64 AND HR 65 AND BAD 52 AND BMG 53 AND CS 61.1A and CS 61.1B. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Overview of Human Resource developments and recent changes in California and Federal law, recent employment related court cases, and current issues and trends affecting Human Resource administration. Utilization of resources to successfully solve problems, create a professionally written document, and a correctly prepared spreadsheet on employee benefits. Demonstration of mastery of all information learned through the Human Resource Program.
Humanities (HUM)
HUM 4.1 Western Humanities: Arts, Ideas, and Values
(Formerly HUMAN 4.1) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: An interdisciplinary approach to the study of the arts, ideas and values of the West. Emphasis will be placed on the visual arts, drama, music, literature, philosophy and religion within a cultural context. The course will cover prehistory, ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and the Middle Ages to the Renaissance.
HUM 5 World Humanities: Arts, Ideas, Values
(Formerly HUMAN 5) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas E,H;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: An interdisciplinary approach to the study of the arts, ideas, and values of selected world cultures. The course will focus on the visual arts, drama, music, literature, philosophy, and religion--identifying both their interconnectedness and inherent diversity. The course may be taught chronologically or thematically.
HUM 6 Humanities in the United States
(Formerly HUMAN 6) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas E,G;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: An interdisciplinary pluralistic exploration of Humanities in the United States. The course will explore the cultural contributions of at least three cultural groups, focusing on the visual arts, music, drama, film, literature and philosophical/religious thought in the United States. In this multidisciplinary course, students will examine possible answers to the question “How is American identity expressed?” This course will explore the cultural expressions, contributions and traditions of different cultural groups in the United States. This course may be presented either chronologically, thematically, or with exclusive focus on a specific humanistic cultural form or tradition such as Cinema, Fine Arts, Literature, Music, Performing Arts and Technology in the United States.
HUM 7 Introduction to the Humanities
(Formerly HUMAN 7) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: An introduction to the humanities focusing on the visual arts, drama, film, music, dance, literature, philosophy and religion as forms of human expression. Emphasis will be on understanding and appreciating a variety of cultural expressions within their cultural context. The course may be taught thematically or may focus on a specific period of time.
HUM 8 Comparative Mythology
(Formerly HUMAN 8) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: This course investigates myths representing diverse global cultures; introduces scholarly theories and methods of interpretation; compares and contrasts plot structures, themes and character types within and across cultures; analyzes the creation of modern myths; and traces myth's relationship with language, history, politics, religion and the arts.
HUM 14 Popular Culture in the United States
(Formerly HUMAN 14) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas E,G;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: This class examines the relationship between individual identity and large-scale historical forces for the creation of popular culture.
HUM 23 Culture and Values in Latin America and The Caribbean
(Formerly HUMAN 23) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas E,H;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: An interdisciplinary exploration of the history, cultures, intellectual endeavors and societies in both Latin America and the Caribbean.
HUM 24 California Culture
(Formerly HUMAN 24) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: This course examines California’s cultural mystique through ideas, products and cultural movements that originated in, or are closely associated with, California. Rather than a history of California, this course is a multidisciplinary examination of the distinct contributions that California has made in the spheres of art, consumer products, cultural movements, ideology and technological innovations. In so doing, the course analyzes California’s contributions to, and influence on, American and global cultures and its enduring appeal for people throughout the United States and the world.
HUM 25 Monsters
(Formerly HUMAN 25) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas E,H;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: This course examines monsters, real and imagined, to understand their cultural function and purpose. This includes monsters from specific cultures or time periods, such as the Japanese Yokai to the menagerie of creatures in Monsters, Inc. as well as real-life monsters, from serial killers to genocidal fascist dictators. Representations of monsters in folklore, ancient texts, sacred manuscripts, literature, movies, graphic novels and video games are examined. Through this multidisciplinary course, monsters are intertwined with questions about racial purity, authority, power, violence, genetic manipulation, transspecies relationships and civilizational demise to act as harbingers and citizens of our imminent future.
HUM 26 Friendship
(Formerly HUMAN 26) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS areas E,H;CSU area C2;IGETC area 3B
Description: This multidisciplinary course is a cultural exploration of friendship. Friendship is examined as a unique social arrangement unto itself and in relation to other forms of social relations such as marriage, civil partnerships or adoption. Other purposes of friendship- from forging alliances for a common defense, for strengthening community ties, and for enriching one’s life- are also examined. Material examples of “friendship” are examined from across the globe and through different historical regimes such as the network of aboriginal “Friendship Centers” in Canada and the Tagalog “bayanihan”. How is friendship related to concepts such as amor patriae or love and allegiance to one’s country? With an emphasis on the central role of friendship in democracy, this course examines the individual and cultural potency in the idea and practice of friendship in ever widening national and global scales of amity.
HUM 49 Independent Study in Humanities
(Formerly HUMAN 49) 1-3 Units/Up to 9 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent. Limits on enrollment: Approval of the project proposal by sponsoring faculty, Department Chair and Supervising Administrator.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Seminars and individual conferences by arrangement to provide for independent study and an enriched academic experience in the Humanities. UC determines credit AFTER transfer; not counted for admissions. (See a counselor for details)
Interdisciplinary Studies (INTD)
INTD 90 Study Abroad Life and Culture
(Formerly INTDIS 90) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent. Limits on enrollment: Admission to Program
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the culture of a foreign country as part of the Study Abroad Program. Through a combination of academic lectures by experts, organized activities like field trips and interactions with locals, students will acquire an understanding of local cultures. Students must be accepted into the Semester Abroad Program.
Japanese (JAPN)
JAPN 1 Elementary Japanese - Part 1
(Formerly JAPAN 1) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C2;IGETC area 6A
Description: Introduction to elementary Japanese grammar and development of all language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) needed to effectively communicate using Japanese cultural patterns and conventions.
JAPN 2 Elementary Japanese - Part 2
(Formerly JAPAN 2) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of JAPN 1 ( or JAPAN 1 or JAPAN 51). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area E;CSU area C2;IGETC area 6A
Description: A high-beginning/low intermediate communication course designed to improve those listening, speaking, and writing skills needed for cross-cultural understanding in social, academic and work-related situations.
Kinesiology Aquatics (KINA)
KINA 1 Introduction to Swimming
(Formerly KAQUA 1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This class is an introduction to water for non-swimmers and students will learn basic swim techniques, and water safety protocol.
KINA 1.1 Beginning Swimming
(Formerly KAQUA 1.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn basic swim strokes that include the front crawl, back crawl, and elementary backstroke. In addition to swimming, students learn basic water safety skills and knowledge leading to safe practices while in, on, or about the water.
KINA 1.2 Intermediate Swimming
(Formerly KAQUA 1.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KAQUA 1.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This class consists of intermediate swim strokes that include the front crawl, back crawl, side stroke, breaststroke, butterfly, and elementary backstroke. In addition to swimming, this class also includes basic water safety skills and knowledge leading to safe practices while in, on, or about the water.
KINA 1.3 Advanced Swimming
(Formerly KAQUA 1.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KAQUA 1.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This class consists of advanced swim strokes that include the front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and butterfly. In addition to swimming, students will learn basic water safety skills and knowledge of advanced swimming skills to work toward a higher level of cardiovascular fitness.
KINA 1.4 Training for the Competitive Swimmer
(Formerly KAQUA 1.4) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KAQUA 2.3. Limits on enrollment: By tryout first day of class
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Training program designed to develop skills and physical fitness needed for competitive swimming.
KINA 2.1 Aquatic Fitness
(Formerly KAQUA 2.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KAQUA 1.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This class consists of aquatic fitness exercise and advanced swim strokes that include the freestyle, backstroke, breaststoke, and butterfly. Students will learn how to develop a training and conditioning program through the use of advanced swim strokes and dryland conditioning.
KINA 2.3 Advanced Aquatic Fitness
(Formerly KAQUA 2.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KAQUA 2.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This class consists of aquatic fitness exercises and advanced swim strokes that include the freestyle, backstroke, breaststoke, and butterfly. Students will learn how to develop a training and conditioning program at an advanced level through the use of advanced swim strokes and dryland conditioning.
KINA 3.1 Beginning Aquatic Calisthenics
(Formerly KAQUA 3.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This water aerobics course will include beginning level aquatic calisthenic exercise. This class will include a variety of beginning water exercises.
KINA 3.2 Intermediate Aquatic Calisthenics
(Formerly KAQUA 3.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This water aerobics course will include intermediate level aquatic calisthenic exercise. This course also covers aquatic calisthenic program design and hydrodynamic principles, and will prepare students to apply intermediate level aquatic calisthenic skills and techniques to a fitness program.
KINA 4.1 Deep Water Running
(Formerly KAQUA 4.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KAQUA 1.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course will focus on deep water running and other aquatic exercises for improving fitness, cross training, water safety, and rehabilitation. Students will learn workout composition, proper body mechanics, aquatics rehabilitation skills, and water safety skills.
KINA 10.1 Beginning Springboard Diving
(Formerly KAQUA 10.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Beginning springboard diving skills using one and three meter diving boards.
KINA 10.2 Intermediate Springboard Diving
(Formerly KAQUA 10.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Instruction in intermediate diving skills with a focus on competitive dives and flexibility and strength for performance.
KINA 12.1 Beginning Water Polo
(Formerly KAQUA 12.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KAQUA 1.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This class consists of basic water polo skills and techniques that include ball handling, dribbling, passing, shooting, and blocking. This class also includes an introduction to the rules of the game as well as basic tactical strategies for offense and defense.
KINA 12.3 Training for Competitive Water Polo
(Formerly KAQUA 12.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KAQUA 12.2. Limits on enrollment: By tryout
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course provides a training program to enhance performance in water polo. This course is intended for students with water polo experience who may be interested in trying out for the water polo team as well as those who are already playing on the team.
KINA 21 Lifeguard Training
(Formerly KAQUA 21) 0.5 Unit/0.25 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KAQUA 1.3.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until more advanced medical help can arrive. This course adheres to American Red Cross (ARC) standards. Also meets the first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and aquatic training requirements as specified by state code to be a lifeguard in California.
KINA 61 Lap Swimming Fundamentals
(Formerly KAQUA 61) 0.5-1.5 Units/Up to 3 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn fundamental lap swimming guidelines and principles to improve personal fitness. This course offers flexibility to complete the participation requirement during any open lap swim hours at the Santa Rosa Campus. A required orientation will be completed as part of the course.
KINA 62 Lap Swimming Technical Training
(Formerly KAQUA 62) 0.5-1.5 Units/Up to 3 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn technical training for lap swimming to improve personal fitness. This course offers flexibility to complete the participation requirement during any open lap swim hours at the Santa Rosa Campus.
KINA 63 Lap Swimming Program Design
(Formerly KAQUA 63) 0.5-1.5 Units/Up to 3 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn how to develop their own personal swim training program based on their personal fitness goals. This course offers flexibility to complete the participation requirement during any open lap swim hours at the Santa Rosa Campus.
KINA 64 Lap Swimming Competition Preparation
(Formerly KAQUA 64) 0.5-1.5 Units/Up to 3 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn how to prepare for swimming competition. This course offers flexibility to complete the participation requirement during any open lap swim hours at the Santa Rosa Campus.
Kinesiology Combative (KINC)
KINC 1.1 Tai Chi - Chen Style
(Formerly KCOMB 1.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This class is designed for individuals of all fitness levels who want to improve balance, concentration, focus, flexibility, breathing, and mind/body awareness through practicing Chen Style Tai Chi. Applications of Tai Chi principles and Qigong breathing techniques will be covered. Students will be introduced to Chen Style Tai Chi form, a series of flowing movements developed for personal cultivation, health improvement, and self defense.
KINC 1.2 Tai Chi - Yang Style
(Formerly KCOMB 1.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This class is designed for individuals of all fitness levels who want to improve balance, concentration, focus, flexibility, breathing, and mind/body awareness through practicing Yang Tai Chi. Applications of Yang Tai Chi principles and Qigong breathing techniques will be covered. Students will be introduced to Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan, a series of flowing movements developed for personal cultivation, health improvement, and self defense.
KINC 1.3 Tai Chi - Wudang Style
(Formerly KCOMB 1.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This class is designed for individuals of all fitness levels who want to improve balance, concentration, focus, flexibility, breathing, and mind/body awareness through practicing Wudang Tai Chi form. Applications of Wudang Tai Chi principles and Qigong breathing techniques will be covered. Students will be introduced to Wudang Style Tai Chi, a series of flowing movements developed at Wudang Mountain for personal cultivation, health improvement, and self defense.
KINC 1.4 Tai Chi - Sword
(Formerly KCOMB 1.4) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This class is designed for individuals of all fitness levels who want to improve balance, concentration, focus, flexibility, breathing, and mind/body awareness through practicing Tai Chi Sword form. Applications of Tai Chi Sword principles and Qigong breathing techniques will be covered. Students will be introduced to Tai Chi Sword forms training, a series of flowing movements developed primarily from Martial arts techniques and then adjusted based on observation of nature.
KINC 2.1 Beginning Judo
(Formerly KCOMB 2.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: An introductory judo course that emphasizes judo history, vocabulary, rules and methods of competition, fundamental throwing, falling, and grappling techniques.
KINC 2.2 Intermediate Judo
(Formerly KCOMB 2.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KCOMB 2.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: A progressive course designed for the continuing judo student with emphasis on intermediate level judo throws, locks, pins, and grips. Students will learn increasing levels of judo fitness, as well as history of judo in America.
KINC 2.3 Advanced Judo
(Formerly KCOMB 2.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KCOMB 2.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: A progressive course designed for the experienced judo student with an emphasis on learning advanced judo techniques including combinations and Katas. Students will learn increasing levels of judo fitness as well as the history, vocabulary, and developmental aspects of competitive judo.
KINC 4 Introduction to Boxing
(Formerly KCOMB 4) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This introductory class is for first-time boxing students and students will learn basic boxing training techniques, fitness principles, and nutrition for high impact exercise.
KINC 4.1 Beginning Boxing
(Formerly KCOMB 4.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course is designed to introduce students to beginning boxing fundamentals, as well as challenge and build cardiovascular efficiency, muscular strength and flexibility with respect to boxing.
KINC 4.2 Intermediate Boxing
(Formerly KCOMB 4.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KCOMB 4.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course advances students from beginning boxing fundamentals and techniques to an intermediate level, while enhancing fitness, balance, flexibility, and strength.
KINC 10 Personal Safety & Self Defense
(Formerly KCOMB 10) 1.5 Units/0.5 hour lecture, 2.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn about personal safety and assault prevention with an emphasis on physical and psychological aspects of personal defense. Students will be taught basic physical defensive tactics and techniques
KINC 54.3 Advanced Boxing
(Formerly KCOMB 54.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KCOMB 4.2.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will develop advanced boxing fundamentals and techniques while enhancing fitness, balance, flexibility, and strength.
Kinesiology Individual Sports (KINI)
KINI 2.1 Beginning Badminton
(Formerly KINDV 2.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will be introduced to the fundamental skills, strategies, and court etiquette of badminton.
KINI 2.2 Intermediate Badminton
(Formerly KINDV 2.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KINDV 2.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will be learn intermediate level badminton skills, strategies, techniques, and rules of the game.
KINI 2.3 Advanced Badminton
(Formerly KINDV 2.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KINDV 2.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will be learn theory and practice of advanced level badminton skills, techniques, and tactics of competition.
KINI 3.1 Beginning Golf
(Formerly KINDV 3.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the game of golf, along with fundamentals, techniques, rules, and etiquette. Through this course students will learn the correct mechanics needed for the basics of beginning golf.
KINI 3.2 Intermediate Golf
(Formerly KINDV 3.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KINDV 3.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: The purpose of this course is to provide intermediate students with an understanding of the game of golf, along with strong fundamentals, rules, and etiquette. This course will enable every student to approach each situation with the knowledge and confidence needed to create a successful and more enjoyable round of golf.
KINI 3.3 Advanced Golf
(Formerly KINDV 3.3) 1 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KINDV 3.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Advanced skills of golf that simulate situations that would occur on a golf course. Driving range work that will include short game, all clubs, mental aspects of course management, and goal cards.
KINI 4.1 Beginning Tennis
(Formerly KINDV 4.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course is designed to provide instruction in the fundamental skills, basic strategies, and the rules of tennis.
KINI 4.2 Intermediate Tennis
(Formerly KINDV 4.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KINDV 4.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: The purpose of this course is to provide instruction for the intermediate tennis player including skill development and competitive strategies.
KINI 4.3 Advanced Tennis
(Formerly KINDV 4.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KINDV 4.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: The purpose of this course is to provide advanced instruction in the techniques, tactics and strategies associated with competitive tennis. Special emphasis placed on drills and competitive play situations.
KINI 79.1 Introduction to Pickleball
(Formerly KINDV 79.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn the fundamental skills, basic techniques, game strategies and rules of pickleball.
KINI 79.2 Intermediate Pickleball
(Formerly KINDV 79.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course completion of KINDV 79.1.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn intermediate-level pickleball skills, participate in game play, and review the rules of the game. Students improvement of individual skills, doubles techniques, and game strategies will be emphasized.
KINI 79.3 Advanced Pickleball
(Formerly KINDV 79.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KINI 79.2 ( or KINDV 79.2).
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn advanced-level pickleball skills, participate in game play, and review the rules of the game. Students improvement of individual skills, doubles techniques, and game strategies will be emphasized.
Kinesiology Lecture (KIN)
KIN 1 Introduction to Kinesiology
(Formerly KINES 1) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: KIN 100
Description: Students will be introduced to an interdisciplinary approach to the science and study of human movement. This course provides an orientation to various educational pathways, requirements, and career opportunities in Kinesiology and in the areas of teaching, coaching, therapeutic exercise, fitness and health, and sport management professions. Physical activity components will be embedded to practically apply the concepts of the Kinesiology discipline with relevance to the foundational sub-disciplines. History, research, and current/future issues and trends in Kinesiology are also addressed.
KIN 2 Sports Officiating Fall
(Formerly KINES 2) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Rules interpretations, procedures, and necessary mechanics to effectively officiate selected individual and team sports.
KIN 3 Sports Officiating Spring
(Formerly KINES 3) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Rules interpretations, procedures, and necessary mechanics to effectively officiate selected individual and team sports.
KIN 4 Introduction to Sports Medicine
(Formerly KINES 4) 3 Units/3 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course will introduce the student to the field of sports medicine. Injury recognition, injury management, professional ethics, legal issues, interpersonal communication skills in an allied health setting, medical documentation, universal precautions, professionalism, psychosocial intervention, basic first aid concepts, tissue healing, therapeutic modalities, therapeutic rehabilitation exercises, and organization and administration of a sports medicine facility will also be included. This course is an elective for the Fitness, Nutrition and Health Certificate and Major.
KIN 5 Sport and Society
(Formerly KINES 5) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: Students review the current and past sports-related cultural and historical issues in society. They will explore research in various topics such as race and gender issues, sports for different populations, and how sports have shaped both western and non-western cultures' ideologies and values. Various levels of participation will be discussed, from elementary school and recreational participation to professional sports. Students will analyze the influence and role of sports and sports media based on gender, ethnicity and socio-economic standing.
KIN 6 Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED
(Formerly KINES 6) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course teaches CPR, Automatic External Defibrillation (AED) and First Aid emergency response skills which enable participants to give immediate care to a person who has been injured or is experiencing a sudden illness. Upon completion of the course, participants will perform and demonstrate knowledge of adult, child and infant CPR, foreign body obstructed airway, AED, comprehensive victim assessment, treatment for severe bleeding, wound care, shock, burns, bone, joint and muscle injuries, heat and cold exposure, and sudden illness. Satisfies first-time and renewal certifications.
KIN 49 Independent Study in Kinesiology, Athletics and/or Dance
(Formerly KINES 49) 0.5-3 Units/Up to 9 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Limits on enrollment: Approval of the project proposal by sponsoring faculty, Department Chair and Supervising Administrator.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will attend seminars or individual conferences by arrangement to provide for independent study and enriched academic experience. University of California (UC) determines credit AFTER transfer; units are not counted for admission. (See a counselor for details.)
KIN 50.1 Fitness Teaching Practicum
(Formerly KINES 50.1) 1 Unit/0.25 hour lecture, 2.75 hours by arrangement. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students seeking to complete the Fitness, Nutrition, and Health Certificate/Major will gain experience through practical application and supervised practice of lead fitness instructional techniques. Students will assist faculty in areas of administration, classroom management, teaching techniques, and instruction.
KIN 50.2 Yoga Teaching Practicum
(Formerly KINES 50.2) 1 Unit/0.25 hour lecture, 2.75 hours by arrangement. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students seeking to complete the Yoga 200-hour Teacher Training Certificate will gain experience through practical application and supervised practice of lead yoga instructional techniques. Students will assist faculty in areas of administration, classroom management, teaching techniques, and instruction.
KIN 50.3 Pilates Mat Teaching Practicum
(Formerly KINES 50.3) 1 Unit/0.25 hour lecture, 2.75 hours by arrangement. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students seeking to complete the Pilates Mat Instructor Certificate will gain experience through practical application and supervised practice of lead instructional techniques. Students will assist faculty in areas of administration, classroom management, teaching techniques, and instruction.
KIN 50.4 Pilates Reformer Teaching Practicum
(Formerly KINES 50.4) 1 Unit/0.25 hour lecture, 2.75 hours by arrangement. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students seeking to complete the Pilates Reformer Instructor Certificate will gain experience through practical application and supervised practice of lead instructional techniques. Students will assist faculty in areas of administration, classroom management, teaching techniques, and instruction.
KIN 50.5 Pilates Apparatus Teaching Practicum
(Formerly KINES 50.5) 1 Unit/0.25 hour lecture, 2.75 hours by arrangement. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students seeking to complete the Pilates Apparatus Instructor Certificate will gain experience through practical application and supervised practice of lead instructional techniques. Students will assist faculty in areas of administration, classroom management, teaching techniques, and instruction.
KIN 53 Principles of Health and Wellness
(Formerly KINES 53) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
GE: CSU area E
Description: Students will engage in a personal approach to health and wellness through personal reflection, critical thinking, and practical application of behavior change strategies to improve their health and wellness. This course focuses on the exploration of major health issues and behaviors in the various dimensions of health. Emphasis is placed on individual responsibility for personal health and the promotion of informed, positive health behaviors. Topics include nutrition, exercise, weight control, mental health, stress management, violence, substance abuse, reproductive health, disease prevention, aging, healthcare, and environmental hazards, and safety.
KIN 55 Theory of Coaching Sports
(Formerly KINES 55) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or EMLS 10 (formerly ESL 10) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn coaching theory as it relates to developing leadership skills to work with athletes and teams in the context of organized sport. Topics will include motivation, self-esteem, leadership, communication, competition and cooperation, team management, and optimal performance skills (e.g. goal setting, concentration, composure, recovery from mistakes/loss, consistency, and stress management).
KIN 57 Sport Films and Society
(Formerly KINES 57) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or EMLS 10 (formerly ESL 10) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will explore the intersection of sport and American culture, history, and society through a critical examination of popular sport films. Students will investigate how sport films comment on gender roles, racial inequalities, identity, power, performance, social justice, the American Dream, and the concept of heroism. Students will also examine the ethical considerations involved in the production of sport films, including issues of authenticity, exploitation, and representation. Throughout the semester students will watch popular sport films.
KIN 58 Ethics in Sports
(Formerly KINES 58) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or EMLS 10 (formerly ESL 10) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will examine ethics, moral issues, and value judgements related to sport. Students will learn to follow and analyze ethical arguments, examine philosophical issues, and apply them to the artistic expression of sport.
KIN 59 Psychological Aspects of Sports Performance
(Formerly KINES 59) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or EMLS 10 (formerly ESL 10) equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
GE: CSU area D
Description: Students will investigate current theoretical perspectives, research, and applications of theory and techniques specific to the field of sports psychology. Students will explore research as related to optimal performance in athletics and in life. This course includes the history and foundations of sport and exercise psychology, the role of race/ethnicity, and gender in sport, personality, attribution and cognition, leadership, motivation, goal-setting, neuropsychology and physiology of arousal, attention, and psychological skills training.
KIN 61 Women in Sports
(Formerly KINES 61) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will gain an understanding of the journey of women in sport through a chronological history, analysis and interpretation of people, events, and issues that affect women in sport, in past and present-day society. Physiological, sociological, and psychological scientific research and inquiry of the aspects of female athletes related to sports, history, and education will be covered. Students will also gain an understanding of how the significant events of women in sport from the past to the present could shape the future of women in sport.
KIN 62A Sports Medicine Experience A
(Formerly KINES 62A) 2 Units/6 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in KIN 4. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course will provide the student with the opportunity to observe and learn the principles and protocols of sports medicine and athletic training in a supervised clinical setting. This course starts the student with general sports medicine facility and athletic event observation. The practical experience gained in this course will help the student prepare for a variety of professions within sports medicine and kinesiology and prepares pre-athletic training students for success in Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited athletic training programs.
KIN 62B Sports Medicine Experience B
(Formerly KINES 62B) 2 Units/6 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of KIN 62A ( or KINES 62A). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course will provide the student with the opportunity to learn and apply the principles and protocols of sports medicine and athletic training in a supervised clinical setting. This course continues the sports medicine student experience with the addition of basic practical application of sports medicine and athletic training skills. This course will help the student prepare for a variety of professions within sports medicine and kinesiology and prepares pre-athletic training students for success in Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited athletic training programs.
KIN 62C Sports Medicine Experience C
(Formerly KINES 62C) 2 Units/6 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of KIN 62B ( or KINES 62B). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course will provide the student with the opportunity to learn and apply the principles and protocols of sports medicine and athletic training in a supervised clinical setting. This course continues the sports medicine student experience with the addition of intermediate level practical application of sports medicine and athletic training skills. The practical experience gained in this course will help the student prepare for a variety of professions within sports medicine and kinesiology and prepares students for success in Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited athletic training programs.
KIN 62D Sports Medicine Experience D
(Formerly KINES 62D) 2 Units/6 hours by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of KIN 62C ( or KINES 62C). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course will provide the student with the opportunity to learn and apply the principles and protocols of sports medicine and athletic training in a supervised clinical setting. The D level of this course continues the sports medicine student experience with the addition of advanced level practical application of sports medicine and athletic training skills. The practical experience gained in this course will help the student prepare for a variety of professions within sports medicine and kinesiology and prepares pre-athletic training students for success in Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited athletic training programs.
KIN 63 Sports Medicine: Lower Body Injuries
(Formerly KINES 63) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course covers the evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of lower body injuries. This course will help the student prepare for a variety of professions within sports medicine and kinesiology.
KIN 64 Sports Medicine: Upper Body Injuries
(Formerly KINES 64) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course covers the evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of upper body injuries. This course will help the student prepare for a variety of professions within sports medicine and kinesiology.
KIN 70 Yoga Techniques, Training, and Practice I
(Formerly KINES 70) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn beginning-level asanas (postures), pranayamas (breathing practices), meditation and other traditional yoga techniques. Techniques are presented through analytical training and guided practice in how to teach and practice the techniques.
KIN 71 Yoga Techniques, Training, and Practice II
(Formerly KINES 71) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn intermediate-level yoga asanas (postures), pranayamas (breathing practices), meditation, and other traditional yoga techniques. Techniques are presented through analytical training and guided practice in how to teach and practice the techniques.
KIN 72 Yoga Teaching Methodology
(Formerly KINES 72) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn yoga teaching methods, sequencing, pacing, and cueing techniques with effective class management and communication skills. Special emphasis will be placed on how to create a student-centered, inclusive, accessible, and equitable class environment to appropriately address the needs of a diverse population.
KIN 73 Anatomy and Physiology for Yoga Teachers
(Formerly KINES 73) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn the principles of human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics as they relate to yoga practices.
KIN 74 Yoga Philosophy, Lifestyle, and Ethics
(Formerly KINES 74) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will examine yoga philosophies and traditional texts, the history of yoga, yoga lifestyle, yoga’s relationship with Ayurveda, and ethics for yoga practitioners and teachers involving code of conduct, scope of practice, and equity in yoga.
KIN 80 Introduction to Applied Kinesiology and Anatomy
(Formerly KINES 80) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students learn applied Kinesiology and anatomy by examining the anatomical structure and function of the musculoskeletal system as it relates to human movement and exercise. Muscular analysis and practical application, including strengthening and flexibility exercises for each muscle will be emphasized. Students will also study physiological and biomechanical principles. Course content is part of the national American Council on Exercise (ACE) certification program. This course along with Kines 81 and 83 will prepare students to take the ACE Personal Trainer and/or Group Fitness Certification exam.
KIN 81 Intro to Exercise Physiology, Assessment, and Program Design
(Formerly KINES 81) 3 Units/2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course the students will examine the human physiological responses and adaptations of exercise and physical training. Course content is part of the national American Council on Exercise (ACE) certification program, this course along with Kines 80 and 83 will prepare students to take the ACE Personal Trainer and/or Group Fitness Certification exam.
KIN 82 Exercise Assessment and Prescription
(Formerly KINES 82) 3 Units/2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This course will cover assessment of physical fitness components and prescription of exercise programs for sport and fitness participants.
KIN 83 Techniques of Fitness Instruction
(Formerly KINES 83) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn methods of instruction for individual and group exercise in various formats, utilizing a variety of training equipment. Students will also learn knowledge and skills associated with planning, implementing, leading, and managing learners and environment using safe and effective exercises for a variety of fitness levels, including special populations. Exercise guidelines, techniques, safety, liability issues, employment, client retention, and business management will also be discussed. Course content is part of the national American Council on Exercise (ACE) certification program. This course, along with Kines 80 and 81, will prepare students to take the ACE Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Certification exam.
KIN 84 Health and Wellness Coaching
(Formerly KINES 84) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn the theory and practice of effective health and wellness coaching, the basics of lifestyle medicine, and the evidence-based strategies to prevent and manage chronic disease. Students will study business and legal considerations for building a health and wellness coaching practice. This course prepares students to take the American Council on Exercise (ACE) Health Coach Certification Exam.
KIN 90 Pilates Teaching Methodology and Principles
(Formerly KINES 90) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course students will focus on the methods, principles, and industry standards of teaching and developing Pilates training programs. Students will also learn the history, benefits, assessment tools, and goals of Pilates training.
KIN 91 Pilates Mat Instructor Training
(Formerly KINES 91) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn to safely and effectively instruct Pilates Mat exercises using Pilates principles for all skill levels and accommodations for various health conditions.
KIN 92 Pilates Reformer Instructor Training
(Formerly KINES 92) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn to safely and effectively instruct Pilates Reformer exercises using Pilates principles for all skill levels and accommodations for various health conditions.
KIN 93 Pilates Apparatus Instructor Training
(Formerly KINES 93) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn to safely and effectively instruct Pilates Apparatus exercises using the Pilates principles, including Trapeze Table, Chair, and Barrels, for all skill levels and accommodations for various health conditions.
KIN 300 Student-Athlete Success I
(Formerly KINES 300) 0.5-1 Unit/Up to 3 hours laboratory. P/NP Only. Limits on enrollment: In order to take the KINES 300 class, each student must be listed as a student athlete, by the head coach, on the official team roster. Student should contact instructor for process and required forms. Once enrolled, the student must demonstrate intercollegiate athletic level skills as determined by the coaching staff to remain enrolled in this course.
Description: This lab course is an open-entry/open-exit course designed to assist student-athletes in acquiring basic study skills and work habits to gain success in the classroom. In addition, the student-athlete will learn and apply time and stress management techniques, note taking techniques, and test taking techniques. Students must complete 26.25 hours of work to earn 0.5 unit of credit per semester. Grades are Pass/No Pass.
KIN 301 Student-Athlete Success II
(Formerly KINES 301) 0.5-1 Unit/Up to 3 hours laboratory. P/NP Only. Limits on enrollment: In order to take the KINES 301 class, each student must be listed as a student athlete, by the head coach, on the official team roster. Student should contact instructor for process and required forms. Once enrolled, the student must demonstrate intercollegiate athletic level skills as determined by the coaching staff to remain enrolled in this course.
Description: This lab course is being offered as an open-entry/open- exit course designed to assist the student-athlete in acquiring basic study skills and work habits to gain success in the classroom. Memory and visualization techniques, and earning styles will be included. Students must complete 26.25 hours of work to earn 0.5 unit of credit per semester. Grades are Pass/No Pass.
KIN 302 Student-Athlete Success III
(Formerly KINES 302) 0.5-1 Unit/Up to 3 hours laboratory. P/NP Only. Limits on enrollment: In order to take the KINES 302 class, each student must be listed as a student athlete, by the head coach, on the official team roster. Student should contact instructor for process and required forms. Once enrolled, the student must demonstrate intercollegiate athletic level skills as determined by the coaching staff to remain enrolled in this course.
Description: This lab course is being offered as an open-entry/open-exit course designed to assist student-athletes in acquiring basic study skills and work habits to gain success in the classroom. In addition, the student-athlete will learn about the rules and regulations for the local governing conference, California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA), National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Academic and athletic requirements at each organizational level will be presented. Issues that affect athletics will also be discussed such as performance enhancement drugs (PEDs), substance abuse, violence, athletes with disabilities, and diversity. Students must complete 26.25 hours of work to earn 0.5 unit of credit per semester. Grades are Pass/No Pass.
KIN 303 Student-Athlete Success IV
(Formerly KINES 303) 0.5-1 Unit/Up to 3 hours laboratory. P/NP Only. Limits on enrollment: In order to take the KINES 303 class, each student must be listed as a student athlete, by the head coach, on the official team roster. Student should contact instructor for process and required forms. Once enrolled, the student must demonstrate intercollegiate athletic level skills as determined by the coaching staff to remain enrolled in this course.
Description: This lab course is being offered as an open-entry/open-exit course designed to assist the student-athletes in acquiring basic study skills and work habits to gain success in the classroom. Learning from your mistakes and using your critical thinking skills will be presented. Students must complete 26.25 hours of work to earn 0.5 unit of credit per semester. Grades are Pass/No Pass.
KIN 762.1 Sports Med Facility Operations & Emerg Mgmt- Contact
(Formerly KINES 762.1) 0 Unit/7 hours by arrangement for 5 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This course provides students with training and practical application of sports medicine facility organization and administration and emergency management in a clinical sports medicine setting. Students will focus on facility operations and emergency management related to contact sports.
Exempt From Repeat ProvisionsKIN 762.2 Sports Med Facility Operations & Emerg Mgmt- Non Contact
(Formerly KINES 762.2) 0 Unit/7 hours by arrangement for 5 weeks. Non-Credit Course.
Description: This course provides students with training and practical application of sports medicine facility organization and administration, and emergency management in a clinical sports medicine setting. Students will focus on facility operations and emergency management related to non-contact sports.
Exempt From Repeat Provisions
Kinesiology Team Sports (KINT)
KINT 1.1 Football Passing Game
(Formerly KTEAM 1.1) 1 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: In this football course, students will learn the passing game from both an offensive and defensive perspective. It will include a variety of offensive and defensive skills, strategies, techniques, and related football concepts.
KINT 2.1 Touch Football
(Formerly KTEAM 2.1) 1 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Touch football with an emphasis on skills, techniques, and strategies of team play. Students will demonstrate overall offensive and defensive strategies. The strategies will include offensive passing and run game utilizing all skilled positions with emphasis on formation variety and routes concept application. Defensive concepts students will understand and apply will include zone and man schemes.
KINT 4 Introduction to Basketball
(Formerly KTEAM 4) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: First-time basketball players will learn basic shooting, dribbling, passing, and defensive basketball techniques.
KINT 4.1 Beginning Basketball
(Formerly KTEAM 4.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn beginning level techniques, tactics and strategies associated with competitive basketball. Special emphasis is placed on drills and competitive play situations.
KINT 4.2 Intermediate Basketball
(Formerly KTEAM 4.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KTEAM 4.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn intermediate level techniques, tactics and strategies associated with competitive basketball. Special emphasis is placed on drills and competitive play situations.
KINT 4.3 Advanced Basketball
(Formerly KTEAM 4.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KTEAM 4.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn advanced instruction in the techniques, tactics and strategies associated with competitive basketball. Special emphasis will be placed on drills and competitive play situation.
KINT 6.1 Beginning Soccer
(Formerly KTEAM 6.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn beginning techniques, tactics and strategies associated with competitive soccer. Special emphasis is placed on drills and competitive play situations.
KINT 6.2 Intermediate Soccer
(Formerly KTEAM 6.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KTEAM 6.1.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn intermediate techniques, tactics and strategies associated with competitive soccer. Special emphasis is placed on drills and competitive play situation.
KINT 6.3 Advanced Soccer
(Formerly KTEAM 6.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KTEAM 6.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn advanced techniques, tactics and strategies associated with competitive soccer. Special emphasis placed on drills and competitive play situation.
KINT 7 Introductory Indoor Soccer
(Formerly KTEAM 7) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn indoor soccer fundamental skills and rules of the game at the introductory level.
KINT 7.1 Indoor Soccer
(Formerly KTEAM 7.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn basic indoor soccer fundamentals and rules of the game.
KINT 7.2 Intermediate Indoor Soccer
(Formerly KTEAM 7.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn indoor soccer fundamental skills and rules of the game at the intermediate level.
KINT 7.3 Advanced Indoor Soccer
(Formerly KTEAM 7.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will learn indoor soccer fundamental skills and rules of the game at the advanced level.
KINT 8.1 Beginning Volleyball
(Formerly KTEAM 8.1) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course will introduce students to fundamentals, team concepts, and rules of the game of volleyball. Students will participate in 2-person, 3-person, 4-person, and 6-person competition.
KINT 8.2 Intermediate Volleyball
(Formerly KTEAM 8.2) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will learn intermediate-level volleyball skills, participate in match play, and review the rules of the game. Student improvement of individual skills, team techniques, and game strategies will be emphasized.
KINT 8.3 Advanced Volleyball
(Formerly KTEAM 8.3) 1.5 Units/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of KTEAM 8.2.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Theory and practice of advanced volleyball. Advanced techniques and tactics of tournament competition. This class will include drills, practice, and intensive review of rules and tournament play.
KINT 9.1 Beginning Outdoor Volleyball
(Formerly KTEAM 9.1) 1 Unit/2 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This activity course is designed to teach basic outdoor volleyball fundamentals and rules of the game. Practice and participation in match play and tournament play will be emphasized.
Mathematics (MATH)
MATH 7 Introduction to STEM Careers
(Formerly MATH 63) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of AGRI 20 OR ANSC 20 OR ASTR 3 OR ASTR 4 OR BIO 10 OR CHEM 42 OR CS 10A OR ENGR 10 OR ENVS 12 OR GEOL 1 OR NRM 12 OR MATH 25 OR MATH 58 OR MATH 27 or higher (MATH). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course covers the methods for development of career pathways in fields such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Students will learn to use STEM related job-search tools, identify key job skills, develop a plan for acquiring those skills, and use communication skills related to a particular career or area of research in which the student has an interest.
MATH 450 Elementary Algebra
0 Unit/12 hours laboratory. Non-Credit Course. Prerequisite: CSKL 372 or CSKL 373 or AB705 placement into Math Tier 1 or higher.
Description: In this course, students will learn beginning algebra topics, including equations and inequalities in one variable, integer exponents, polynomials, equations and inequalities in two variables, rational expressions, radicals and rational exponents, and quadratic equations.
Medical Assisting (MA)
MA 160 Introduction to Medical Office Practice
(Formerly MA 60) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of ANAT 140, HLC 140, HLC 160, LIR 10, and PSYC 1A; AND Concurrent Enrollment in MA 161, MA 162, MA 163, MA 167. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Description: Students will learn the multiple functions performed by the Medical Assistant: appointment scheduling; communication skills and record management, including confidentiality. Focus is on professionalism in the development of organizational, decision-making and computer skills.
MA 161 Law and Ethics for Medical Assistants
(Formerly MA 61) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of ANAT 140, HLC 140, HLC 160, LIR 10, and PSYC 1A; AND Concurrent Enrollment in MA 160, MA 162, MA 163, MA 167. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Description: Survey of medical law and ethics related to work in medical settings. Emphasis on implications and decision making for patients, providers, medical assistants, and other health professionals. Special attention is given to patient privacy laws. Assignments and discussions will allow students to examine their own personal and cultural values and decision making processes and compare those to the value systems, laws, and decision making processes described in the text.
MA 163 Beginning Clinical Skills for Medical Assisting
(Formerly MA 163A) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of HLC 160, LIR 10, PSYC 1A, ANAT 140, HLC 140; AND Concurrent Enrollment in MA 160, MA 161, MA 162, MA 167. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Description: Course focuses on beginning clinical medical assisting skills and responsibilities for the clinical area of a medical office or other appropriate medical facility. Covers proper handwashing; use of personal protective equipment; medical and surgical aseptic procedures; vital signs determination; assisting with physical examinations/rooming, including safe transfers, positioning and draping, height, weight, obtaining patient history; disinfection and sterilization techniques; assisting with minor office procedures; application of physical agents to promote tissue healing; patient teaching on ambulatory aids and cast care.
MA 167 Basic Diagnostic Coding
(Formerly MA 167A) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of HLC 160, LIR 10, PSYC 1A, ANAT 140, and HLC 140; AND Concurrent Enrollment in MA 160, MA 161, MA 162, and MA 163. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to basic International Classification of Diseases, 10th Edition, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) coding. Students will utilize their knowledge of medical terminology, disease process, and human anatomy and physiology to convert diagnostic statements into alpha-numerical codes. As each body system is studied, basic coding guidelines and logic will be presented as alpha-numeric diagnoses.
Meteorology (MTER)
MTER 10 Introduction to Weather and Climate
(Formerly METRO 10) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU area B1;IGETC area 5A
Description: In this course, students will be given a descriptive introduction to the science of the atmosphere. Topics include relationships between Earth and Sun, temperature, moisture and stability, atmospheric pressure and wind, clouds and precipitation, weather systems, hurricanes and tornadoes, weather forecasting, climate patterns and climate change, air pollution, and atmospheric optics.
MTER 10L Weather and Climate Lab
(Formerly METRO 10L) 1 Unit/3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in MTER 10 ( or METRO 10).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: CSU area B3;IGETC area 5C
Description: Hands-on lab activities exploring weather and climate phenomena. This class is the lab component for Introduction to Weather and Climate (METRO 10). Emphasis is placed on analysis and interpretation of weather reports, forecasts, surface weather maps, upper level air charts, satellite and radar imagery, and other remotely sensed data. Climate classification and climate data will also be included.
Microbiology (MICR)
MICR 5 General Microbiology
(Formerly MICRO 5) 5 Units/3 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course completion of ENGL 1A OR EMLS 10 (formerly ESL 10); AND Completion of BIO 10 or higher (V7); AND Completion of CHEM 60, CHEM 3A (OR CHEM 1A), or higher (V6).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU areas B2,B3;IGETC areas 5B,5C
Description: Students will study the following topics: morphology, growth, metabolism, genetics, and control of microorganisms, with emphasis on bacteria and viruses. Includes principles of microbial pathogenicity, and the human immune response. Emphasis on laboratory techniques. Intended for allied health majors considering transfer to CSU or UC.
MICR 60 Fundamentals of Microbiology
(Formerly MICRO 60) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course completion of BIO 10 or higher (V7); AND Completion of CHEM 60, CHEM 3A (OR CHEM 1A), or higher (V6). Recommended: Course Completion of ENGL C1000 ( or ENGL 1A).
Transferability: CSU.
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU areas B2,B3
Description: Students will study the major concepts of microbiology with emphasis on those related to infectious disease. Students will learn basic techniques for cultivation and identification of microorganisms.
Music (MUSC)
MUSC 18.1 Diction and Repertoire: Italian
1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in MUSP 17B ( or MUSCP 17B) OR Course Completion or Current Enrollment in MUSP 40.2 ( or MUSCP 40.2). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will study the literal and phonetic translation, pronunciation, and interpretation of standard operatic and art song literature in Italian. Students can challenge the course prerequisite by audition. See the Auditions Page on the Music Department website for more information.
MUSC 18.2 Diction and Repertoire: English
1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in MUSP 17B; OR Course Completion Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in MUSP 40.2; OR by Audition. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will study the phonetic translation, pronunciation, and interpretation of standard operatic and art song literature in English. Students can challenge the course prerequisite by audition. See the Auditions Page on the Music Department website for more information.
MUSC 18.3 Diction and Repertoire: German
1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in MUSP 17B; OR Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in MUSP 40.2; OR by Audition. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will study the literal and phonetic translation, pronunciation, and interpretation of standard operatic and art song literature in German. Students can challenge the course prerequisite by audition. See the Auditions Page on the Music Department website for more information.
MUSC 18.4 Diction and Repertoire: French
1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in MUSP 17B; OR Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in MUSP 40.2; OR by Audition. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will study the literal and phonetic translation, pronunciation, and interpretation of standard operatic and art song literature in French. Students can challenge the course prerequisite by audition. See the Auditions Page on the Music Department website for more information.
Music Practicum and Performance (MUSP)
MUSP 11A Class Piano 1
(Formerly MUSCP 11A) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of MUSC 1 OR the ability to read music and some prior keyboard experience. Concurrent enrollment in MUSC 2A and MUSC 3A.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course develops keyboard technique by emphasizing music-reading fluency, functional skills, technical facility, and performance of beginning-level piano literature. Designed for Music majors requiring piano proficiency while also providing non-majors and enrichment students an opportunity to study piano in an atmosphere of academic rigor. (The curriculum of MUSCP 11A corresponds to the materials of MUSC 2A.)
MUSP 11B Class Piano 2
(Formerly MUSCP 11B) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 11A or by department placement exam. Recommended: Concurrent enrollment in MUSC 2B and MUSC 3B.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course develops keyboard musicianship through the study of major and minor scales, arpeggios, diatonic chord progressions, sight reading, and performance of beginning- to intermediate-level piano repertoire. Designed for Music majors requiring piano proficiency while also providing non-majors and enrichment students an opportunity to study piano in an atmosphere of academic rigor. (The curriculum of MUSCP 11B corresponds to the materials of MUSC 2B.)
MUSP 11C Class Piano 3
(Formerly MUSCP 11C) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 11B or by department placement exam. Recommended: Concurrent Enrollment in MUSC 2C and MUSC 3C.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course continues the development of keyboard musicianship through the study of major and minor scales, arpeggios, diatonic chord progressions, harmonizing melodies, transposition, accompanying, sight reading, and performance of intermediate-level piano repertoire. Designed for Music majors requiring piano proficiency while also providing non-majors and enrichment students an opportunity to study piano in an atmosphere of academic rigor. (The curriculum of MUSCP 11C corresponds to the materials of MUSC 2C.)
MUSP 11D Class Piano 4
(Formerly MUSCP 11D) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 11C or by department placement exam. Recommended: Concurrent Enrollment in MUSC 2D and MUSC 3D.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course continues the systematic development of keyboard musicianship and functional harmony skills through a graded sequence of materials. The repertoire level is intermediate to early advanced, covering exemplars of keyboard literature from the Baroque to the Contemporary era. Designed for Music majors requiring piano proficiency while also providing non-majors and enrichment students an opportunity to study piano in an atmosphere of academic rigor. (The curriculum of MUSCP 11D corresponds to the materials of MUSC 2D.)
MUSP 17A Elementary Voice
(Formerly MUSCP 17A) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Ability to read music, prior singing experience.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will study basic vocal techniques for the performance of standard and popular songs. Topics include tone production, breath control, diction, and interpreting music notation. Open to all students.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 17B Intermediate Voice
(Formerly MUSCP 17B) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 17A, OR a previous semester of MUSP 17B, OR by Audition. Recommended: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in MUSC 2A and MUSC 3A; AND Concurrent Enrollment in MUSCP 21A, B, C, or D.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course is devoted to the study and practice of intermediate-level vocal techniques and their practical application to the preparation and performance of standard vocal repertoire. Topics include interpretation, tone production, breath control, and diction. Students can challenge the course prerequisite by audition. See the Auditions page on the Music Department website for more information.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 19A Beginning Guitar
(Formerly MUSCP 19A) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course introduces students to the fundamentals of guitar playing through the use of songs, exercises, solo pieces, demonstrations, and recordings. Students will learn basic technique, playing chords and melodies in the first position, and reading music. Students must provide their own guitar.
MUSP 19B Intermediate Guitar
(Formerly MUSCP 19B) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Completion of MUSP 19A or by audition.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course continues the study of guitar technique through solo and ensemble performance at an intermediate level. Students will further develop their knowledge of chords, note reading, scales, and accompaniment patterns. A variety of musical styles, from classical to rock, are included in the repertoire.
MUSP 19.1A Classical Guitar 1
(Formerly MUSCP 19.1A) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: In this course, students learn fundamental classical guitar technique for the performance of beginning-level solo pieces, duets, and ensemble works. Reading music in the first position is emphasized. Students must provide their own acoustic guitar.
MUSP 19.1B Classical Guitar 2
(Formerly MUSCP 19.1B) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 19.1A or by audition.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course continues the development of classical guitar technique and music reading skills through exercises, studies, solos, and ensemble playing (duets, trios, and quartets). Students will explore diverse literature from different style periods in a variety of keys.
MUSP 21A Concert Choir 1
(Formerly MUSCP 21A) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The Concert Choir is a 40-60-voice mixed ensemble dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of a cappella and accompanied choral literature from the Renaissance to the contemporary era. The emphasis for 21A is on the development of music reading skills and accurate vocal production. The Concert Choir performs at least two on-campus concerts each year and tours annually.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 21B Concert Choir 2
(Formerly MUSCP 21B) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 21A ( or MUSCP 21A). Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The Concert Choir is a 40-60-voice mixed ensemble dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of a cappella and accompanied choral literature from the Renaissance to the contemporary era. The emphasis for 21B is on effective management of the singing voice to achieve proper tone quality and phrasing. The Concert Choir performs at least two on-campus concerts each year and tours annually.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 21C Concert Choir 3
(Formerly MUSCP 21C) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 21B ( or MUSCP 21B). Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The Concert Choir is a 40-60-voice mixed ensemble dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of a cappella and accompanied choral literature from the Renaissance to the contemporary era. Students in 21C will have opportunities for solos and/or section leader positions. The Concert Choir performs at least two on-campus concerts each year and tours annually.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 21D Concert Choir 4
(Formerly MUSCP 21D) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 21C ( or MUSCP 21C). Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The Concert Choir is a 40-60-voice mixed ensemble dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of a cappella and accompanied choral literature from the Renaissance to the contemporary era. Students in 21D will have opportunities for vocal solos and/or to assume mentor/leadership roles within the choir. The Concert Choir performs at least two on-campus concerts each year and tours annually.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 23A Chamber Singers 1
(Formerly MUSCP 23A) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The Chamber Singers are a 16- to 32-voice mixed ensemble dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of a cappella and accompanied choral literature for chamber choir. The Chamber Singers are an advanced ensemble designed for experienced singers with the emphasis on the development of musicianship and performance skills to an advanced level. The Chamber Singers perform at least one major on-campus concert and several off-campus concerts each semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 23B Chamber Singers 2
(Formerly MUSCP 23B) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSCP 23A. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The Chamber Singers are a 16- to 32-voice mixed ensemble dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of a cappella and accompanied choral literature for chamber choir. The Chamber Singers are an advanced ensemble designed for experienced singers. The emphasis for 23B is on developing each singer's vocal independence to an advanced level, and cultivating self-sufficiency in learning their individual parts. The Chamber Singers perform at least one major on-campus concert and several off-campus concerts each semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 23C Chamber Singers 3
(Formerly MUSCP 23C) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSCP 23B. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The Chamber Singers are a 16- to 32-voice mixed ensemble dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of a cappella and accompanied choral literature for chamber choir. The Chamber Singers are an advanced ensemble designed for experienced singers. Students in 23C will have opportunities for vocal solos and/or section leader positions, as well as increased opportunities for outreach performance in smaller (pull-out) ensembles including quartets and caroling groups. The Chamber Singers perform at least one major on-campus concert and several off-campus concerts each semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 23D Chamber Singers 4
(Formerly MUSCP 23D) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSCP 23C. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The Chamber Singers are a 16- to 32-voice mixed ensemble dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of a cappella and accompanied choral literature for chamber choir. The Chamber Singers are an advanced ensemble designed for experienced singers. Students in 23D will have increased opportunities for vocal solos, outreach performance in smaller groups, and/or to assume mentor/leadership roles within the ensemble. The Chamber Singers perform at least one major on-campus concert and several off-campus concerts each semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 30A Symphonic Band 1
(Formerly MUSCP 30A) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: Rehearsal and performance of classical and contemporary symphonic band literature with emphasis on preparation for public performance. This course is designed for experienced musicians who demonstrate the potential to perform at college level on a wind or percussion instrument.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 30B Symphonic Band 2
(Formerly MUSCP 30B) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 30A ( or MUSCP 30A). Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: Rehearsal and performance of classical and contemporary symphonic band literature with emphasis on preparation for public performance. This course is designed for experienced musicians who are able to perform at college level on a wind or percussion instrument.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 30C Symphonic Band 3
(Formerly MUSCP 30C) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 30B ( or MUSCP 30B). Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: Rehearsal and performance of classical and contemporary symphonic band literature with emphasis on preparation for public performance. The emphasis on MUSCP 30C is on achieving a higher artistic standard. This course is designed for experienced musicians who are able to perform at college level on a wind or percussion instrument and have control of characteristic tone, intonation, and dynamic range.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 30D Symphonic Band 4
(Formerly MUSCP 30D) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 30C ( or MUSCP 30C). Limits on enrollment: By audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: Rehearsal and performance of classical and contemporary symphonic band literature with emphasis on preparation for public performance. This course is designed for experienced musicians who are able to perform at college level on a wind or percussion instrument. MUSCP 30D is designed for the most advanced players. Students in this course have more accountability within the Symphonic Band and may be called upon to play solos and/or assist in the troubleshooting of problems specific to their instrument.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 32A Jazz Band 1
(Formerly MUSCP 32A) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The SRJC Jazz Band is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of classic and contemporary literature for large jazz ensemble. Designed for musicians who demonstrate the potential to perform at the college level. The emphasis is on the development of jazz interpretation, ensemble skills and sight-reading. The band performs at least two major public concerts per semester, which may include an off-campus festival performance.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 32B Jazz Band 2
(Formerly MUSCP 32B) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 32A. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The SRJC Jazz Band is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of classic and contemporary literature for large jazz ensemble. Designed for musicians who are able to perform at the college level. The emphasis is on the further development of jazz interpretation, ensemble skills, and sight-reading, particularly in musical styles outside of the swing genre. The band performs at least two major public concerts per semester, which may include an off-campus festival performance.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 32C Jazz Band 3
(Formerly MUSCP 32C) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 32B. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The SRJC Jazz Band is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of classic and contemporary literature for large jazz ensemble. Designed for experienced musicians who are able to perform at the college level. The emphasis is on the incorporation of stylistically and harmonically appropriate improvisation within the big band medium. The band performs at least two major public concerts per semester, which may include an off-campus festival performance.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 32D Jazz Band 4
(Formerly MUSCP 32D) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 32C. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The SRJC Jazz Band is dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of classic and contemporary literature for large jazz ensemble. Designed for experienced musicians who are able to perform at the college level and is intended for the most advanced players. Students in this course will have more accountability within the ensemble, and may be called upon to assist in the troubleshooting of problems specific to their instrument and/or to lead sectional rehearsals. Emphasis is on the achievement of a professional-quality artistic standard. The band performs at least two major public concerts per semester, which may include an off-campus festival performance.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 33A Orchestra 1
(Formerly MUSCP 33A) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The SRJC Orchestra is dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of orchestral literature from the Baroque to the contemporary era. MUSCP 33A is designed for musicians who demonstrate the potential to perform at college level on an orchestral instrument. The Orchestra performs at least two concerts each semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 33B Orchestra 2
(Formerly MUSCP 33B) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 33A ( or MUSCP 33A). Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The SRJC Orchestra is dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of orchestral literature from the Baroque to the contemporary era. MUSCP 33B is designed for musicians who are able to perform at the college level on an orchestral instrument. The Orchestra performs at least two concerts each semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 33C Orchestra 3
(Formerly MUSCP 33C) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 33B ( or MUSCP 33B). Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The SRJC Orchestra is dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of orchestral literature from the Baroque to the contemporary era. Designed for musicians who are able to perform at the college level on an orchestral instrument with proper characteristic tone and control of dynamic range and intonation. The emphasis of MUSCP 33C is on achieving a higher artistic standard. The Orchestra performs at least two concerts each semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 33D Orchestra 4
(Formerly MUSCP 33D) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 33C ( or MUSCP 33C). Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The SRJC Orchestra is dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and performance of orchestral literature from the Baroque to the contemporary era. MUSCP 33D is designed for the most advanced players. Students in this course have more accountability within the Orchestra and may be called upon to play solos and/or assist in the troubleshooting of problems specific to their instrument. The Orchestra performs at least two concerts each semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 40.1 Applied Music (Individual Instruction): Piano
(Formerly MUSCP 40.1) 2.5 Units/1 hour lecture, 5.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Symphonic Band (MUSCP 30A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Band (MUSCP 32A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Combos (MUSCP 42A, B, C, or D); OR Concert Choir (MUSCP 21A, B, C, or D).. Recommended: Completion of or Concurrent Enrollment in Music Theory (MUSC 2A, B, C, or D) AND Musicianship (MUSC 3A, B, C, or D).. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 160
Description: Individual studio instruction in piano for the development of performance skills. Each week students will take a 30-minute individual lesson and complete five hours of on-campus practice. Each semester students will perform at least once in a Recital Hour and play a juried performance for a faculty committee as a final exam. Designed for Music majors who are able to perform at college level.
4 Times in any Comb of LevelsMUSP 40.2 Applied Music (Individual Instruction): Voice
(Formerly MUSCP 40.2) 2.5 Units/1 hour lecture, 5.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Diction and Repertoire (MUSC 18.1, 18.2, 18.3, or 18.4); AND Concert Choir (MUSP 21A, B, C, or D). Recommended: Completion of or Concurrent Enrollment in Music Theory (MUSC 2A, B, C, or D) AND Musicianship (MUSC 3A, B, C, or D). Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 160
Description: Individual studio instruction in voice for the development of performance skills. Each week students will take a 30-minute individual lesson and complete five hours of on-campus practice. Each semester students will perform at least once in a Recital Hour and sing a juried performance for a faculty committee as a final exam. Designed for Music majors who are able to perform at college level.
4 Times in any Comb of LevelsMUSP 40.3 Applied Music (Individual Instruction): Strings
(Formerly MUSCP 40.3) 2.5 Units/1 hour lecture, 5.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment in Orchestra (MUSCP 33A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Band (MUSCP 32A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Combos (MUSCP 42A, B, C, or D).. Recommended: Completion of or Concurrent Enrollment in Music Theory (MUSC 2A, B, C, or D) AND Musicianship (MUSC 3A, B, C, or D).. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 160
Description: Individual studio instruction in violin, viola, cello, or contrabass for the development of performance skills. Each week students will take a 30-minute individual lesson and complete five hours of on-campus practice. Each semester students will perform at least once in a Recital Hour and play a juried performance for a faculty committee as a final exam. Designed for Music majors who are able to perform at college level.
4 Times in any Comb of LevelsMUSP 40.4 Applied Music (Individual Instruction): Woodwind
(Formerly MUSCP 40.4) 2.5 Units/1 hour lecture, 5.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment in Symphonic Band (MUSCP 30A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Band (MUSCP 32A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Combos (MUSCP 42A, B, C, or D).. Recommended: Completion of or Concurrent Enrollment in Music Theory (MUSC 2A, B, C, or D) AND Musicianship (MUSC 3A, B, C, or D).. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 160
Description: Individual studio instruction in flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, or saxophone for the development of performance skills. Each week students will take a 30-minute individual lesson and complete five hours of on-campus practice. Each semester students will perform at least once in a Recital Hour and play a juried performance for a faculty committee as a final exam. Designed for Music majors who are able to perform at college level.
4 Times in any Comb of LevelsMUSP 40.5 Applied Music (Individual Instruction): Brass
(Formerly MUSCP 40.5) 2.5 Units/1 hour lecture, 5.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment in Symphonic Band (MUSCP 30A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Band (MUSCP 32A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Combos (MUSCP 42A, B, C, or D).. Recommended: Completion of or Concurrent Enrollment in Music Theory (MUSC 2A, B, C, or D); AND Musicianship (MUSC 3A, B, C, or D).. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 160
Description: Individual studio instruction in trumpet, French horn, trombone, baritone, euphonium, or tuba for the development of performance skills. Each week students will take a 30-minute individual lesson and complete five hours of on-campus practice. Each semester students will perform at least once in a Recital Hour and play a juried performance for a faculty committee as a final exam. Designed for Music majors who are able to perform at college level.
4 Times in any Comb of LevelsMUSP 40.6 Applied Music (Individual Instruction): Percussion
(Formerly MUSCP 40.6) 2.5 Units/1 hour lecture, 5.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment in Symphonic Band (MUSCP 30A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Band (MUSCP 32A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Combos (MUSCP 42A, B, C, or D).. Recommended: Completion of or Concurrent Enrollment in Music Theory (MUSC 2A, B, C, or D); AND Musicianship (MUSC 3A, B, C, or D).. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 160
Description: Individual studio instruction in percussion for the development of performance skills. Each week students will take a 30-minute individual lesson and complete five hours of on-campus practice. Each semester, students will perform at least once in a Recital Hour and play a juried performance for a faculty committee as a final exam. Designed for Music majors who are able to perform at college level.
4 Times in any Comb of LevelsMUSP 40.7 Applied Music (Individual Instruction): Guitar
(Formerly MUSCP 40.7) 2.5 Units/1 hour lecture, 5.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment in Concert Choir (MUSCP 21A, B, C, or D): OR Symphonic Band (MUSCP 30A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Band (MUSCP 32A, B, C, or D); OR Jazz Combos (MUSCP 42A, B, C, or D).. Recommended: Completion of or Concurrent Enrollment in Music Theory (MUSC 2A, B, C, or D); AND Musicianship (MUSC 3A, B, C, or D).. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 160
Description: Individual studio instruction in guitar for the development of performance skills. Each week students will take a 30-minute individual lesson and complete five hours of on-campus practice. Each semester students will perform at least once in a Recital Hour and play a juried performance for a faculty committee as a final exam. Designed for Music majors who are able to perform at college level.
4 Times in any Comb of LevelsMUSP 42A Jazz Combo Ensemble 1
(Formerly MUSCP 42A) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion of MUSC 5A. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The study and performance of classic and contemporary works for jazz combo. Emphasis is on the development of improvisational and performance skills. Students are divided into three combos of four to eight musicians, each focusing on 4-5 jazz compositions. The combos give 3-5 public performances per semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 42B Jazz Combo Ensemble 2
(Formerly MUSCP 42B) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 42A. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The study and performance of classic and contemporary works for jazz combo. Emphasis is on the development of a rhythmic and melodic vocabulary consistent with mainstream jazz practice. Students are divided into three combos of four to eight musicians each. The combos give 3-5 public performances per semester.
MUSP 42C Jazz Combo Ensemble 3
(Formerly MUSCP 42C) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 42B. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The study and performance of classic and contemporary works for jazz combo. Emphasis is on development of improvisatory fluency in the styles of Bop, Cool, and Hard Bop. Students are divided into three combos of four to eight musicians each. The combos give 3-5 public performances per semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 42D Jazz Combo Ensemble 4
(Formerly MUSCP 42D) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory, 0.5 hour by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MUSP 42C. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: MUS 180
Description: The study and performance of classic and contemporary works for jazz combo. Emphasis is on the understanding of chord/scale relationships and the introduction of odd and compound meters. Students are divided into three combos of four to eight musicians each. The combos give 3-5 public performances per semester.
Total 2 TimesMUSP 81A Opera and Related Forms in Performance 1
(Formerly MUSCP 81A) 2-5 Units/Up to 15 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Limits on enrollment: By Audition
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Preparation and presentation of a role in an opera or related work (such as Broadway opera, light opera, pocket operas, and concert presentations) in production for public performance.
4 Enrollments Total
Pharmacy Technician (PHT)
PHT 102 Pharmaceutical Calculations for the Pharmacy Technician
(Formerly PHARM 102) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: This course will prepare students for success in therapeutic calculations through pharmaceutical skills development (dosage, volume, concentration) of computations with absorption rate, admixtures, medicinal compounding, and applied measurement systems. Students will learn to identify and distinguish the bioavailability and bioequivalence alliteration and accurately recognize pharmaceutical units as required by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
PHT 103 Critical Thinking and Management Skills for the Pharm Tech
(Formerly PHARM 103) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: Students will learn how to apply theory to pharmacy settings. The student will learn to develop the necessary discernment, reason, and proficiencies regarding pharmaceutical critical thinking and solutions. The student will perform at an advanced level of pharmaceutical care and service by identifying and understanding the application of systems, theorems, principles, postulates, and provisions.
PHT 150 Introduction to Pharmacy Technician
(Formerly PHARM 150) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: Students will be introduced to the role and work environment of the pharmacy technician in a retail, hospital, and other healthcare settings. The student will learn about legal responsibilities, technical activities and common medications used. The pharmacy technician student will also learn how to interpret common prescriptions and conduct simple pharmaceutical mathematic calculations.
PHT 152 Ambulatory Pharmacy Practice
(Formerly PHARM 152) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 2.5 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in PHT 150 ( or PHARM 150).
Description: The student will learn the skills needed to operate effectively in an ambulatory setting, emphasizing receiving and controlling inventory, computerized prescription processing, medical insurance billing, and customer relations.
PHT 154A Retail Externship 1
(Formerly PHARM 154A) 1 Unit/3.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in PHT 150 ( or PHARM 150). Limits on enrollment: The healthcare facilities in which students are placed require that the students must comply with all of the following before they are allowed onsite: Up to date on all immunizations, including annual flu shots, possess current annual tuberculosis clearance, clear a background check and pass a urine drug screen.
Description: The students will participate in a practical externship in an outpatient pharmacy environment. The student will perform advance laboratory activities that a supervising licensed pharmacist or pharmacy technician will evaluate.
PHT 154B Retail Externship 2
(Formerly PHARM 154B) 2 Units/6 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of PHT 154A ( or PHARM 154A) and Course Completion of PHT 102 ( or PHARM 102). Limits on enrollment: The healthcare facilities in which students are placed require that the students must comply with all of the following before they are allowed onsite: Up to date on all immunizations, including annual flu shots, possess current annual tuberculosis clearance, clear a background check and pass a urine drug screen.
Description: The students will participate in a practical externship in an outpatient pharmacy environment. The students will perform advanced laboratory activities that a supervising licensed pharmacist or pharmacy technician will evaluate.
PHT 155 Pharmacology
(Formerly PHARM 155) 4 Units/4 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: This course introduces the Pharmacy Technician student to the historical development of the use of medicinal drugs, the basic mechanism of drug action, pharmacokinetics and basic concepts related to the administration of pharmacologic agents. Therapeutic effects of identified groups of drugs, their side effects, interactions and potential error sites are integrated throughout the course. Focus is on selected drug classes.
PHT 156 Dispensing and Compounding
(Formerly PHARM 156) 2.5 Units/2 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of PHT 150 ( or PHARM 150).
Description: General preparation of topical, transdermal, rectal, ophthalmic, nasal, oral and otic pharmaceutical dosage forms. Practical experience in the manipulative and record keeping functions associated with the compounding and dispensing of prescriptions. Study of dosage forms, advantages and disadvantages, uses, storage and packing of pharmaceutical products.
PHT 157 Hospital Pharmacy Practice for the Pharmacy Technician
(Formerly PHARM 157) 0.5 Unit/0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of PHT 102, PHT 152 and PHT 154A. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Description: This course prepares the Pharmacy Technician student to work in an inpatient hospital setting. The student will learn and practice the skills related to IV compounding, aseptic and sterile preparations, and safety compounding practices.
PHT 157L Hospital Pharmacy Externship
(Formerly PHARM 157L) 0.5 Unit/2.25 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in PHT 157 ( or PHARM 157). Limits on enrollment: The healthcare facilities in which students are placed require that the students must comply with all of the following before they are allowed onsite: Up to date on all immunizations, including annual flu shots, possess current annual tuberculosis clearance, clear a background check and pass a urine drug screen.
Description: The students will participate in a practical externship in a hospital pharmacy environment. The students will perform advanced level laboratory activities that a supervising licensed pharmacist or pharmacy technician will evaluate.
Physical Science (PHSC)
PHSC 21 Introduction to Earth Science
(Formerly PHYSC 21) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: GEOL 121
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU areas B1,B3;IGETC areas 5A,5C
Description: A survey course providing an introduction to the Earth sciences, including geology, oceanography, meteorology, and astronomy. This course focuses on the interactions between various Earth systems such as plate tectonics, the hydrologic cycle, the rock cycle, weather and climate, and Earth's place in the universe. This course is primarily designed for those intending to pursue an elementary teacher education program.
Physics (PHYS)
PHYS 7 Introduction to STEM Careers
(Formerly PHYS 63) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of AGRI 20 OR ANSC 20 OR ASTR 3 OR ASTR 4 OR BIO 10 OR CHEM 42 OR CS 10A OR ENGR 10 OR ENVS 12 OR GEOL 1 OR NRM 12 OR MATH 25 OR MATH 58 OR MATH 27 or higher (MATH). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course covers the methods for development of career pathways in fields such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Students will learn to use STEM related job-search tools, identify key job skills, develop a plan for acquiring those skills, and use communication skills related to a particular career or area of research in which the student has an interest.
Physiology (PHYZ)
PHYZ 1 Human Physiology
(Formerly PHYSIO 1) 5 Units/4 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course completion of ENGL 1A OR EMLS 10 (formerly ESL 10); AND Completion of BIO 10 or higher (V7); AND Completion of CHEM 60, CHEM 3A, or CHEM 1A, or higher (V6).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: BIOL 120B
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU areas B2,B3;IGETC areas 5B,5C
Description: Students will study the function of the human body with a focus on mechanisms of homeostasis at the biochemical, cellular, and systemic levels. Laboratory experiments are conducted to illustrate major principles associated with these systems. Intended for pre-nursing and pre-dental hygiene students.
PHYZ 58 Introduction to Human Physiology
(Formerly PHYSIO 58) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of CHEM 60 and Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
GE: AA/AS area C
Description: This is an introductory course in human physiology, organized around body systems and the theme of homeostasis. The course is designed for the beginning student preparing for these health-related fields: vocational nursing, radiologic technology; or those with a general interest in the function of the human body. This course will minimize bio-chemical and quantitative details taught in a general physiology course (e.g., PHYSIO 1), focusing on the fundamental concepts of physiology. (Not intended for nursing (RN), dental hygiene, or physical therapy majors.)
Psychology (PSYC)
PSYC 1A General Psychology
(Formerly PSYCH 1A) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: PSY 110
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: This course is an introduction to psychology where students will learn about the brain, consciousness, memory, stress, personality, and psychological suffering. Topics will be covered using methods including lecture, activities, storytelling, media, and discussion. The field of psychology will be approached from different perspectives including students’ own life experiences, ideas from outside the field, and the impact of systemic oppression.
PSYC 1B Introduction to Psychological Research Methods
(Formerly PSYCH 1B) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of PSYC 1A; AND Course Completion of MATH 15 OR PSYC 9. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: PSY 200
Description: In this course, students will survey various psychological research methods with an emphasis on research design, experimental procedures, descriptive methods, instrumentation, and the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of research data. Students will also examine research design and methodology through an anti-discriminatory and anti-racist lens, including: a review of research in a variety of the subdisciplines of psychology; applications in classroom experiments, surveys, and systematic and naturalistic observations; and explore the lived experiences of California Community College students.
PSYC 3 Human Sexuality
(Formerly PSYCH 3) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: PSY 130
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU areas D,E;IGETC area 4
Description: This course examines the biological, psychological, and social science of human sexuality. Major areas of examination will include the history and science of sexology; male and female anatomy and physiology; sexual arousal and response; relationships, intimacy and communication; conception and contraception; sexually transmitted infections; and coercive sexuality and exploitation.
PSYC 4 Child and Adolescent Psychology
(Formerly PSYCH 4) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: Development of the child from prenatal life to the adolescent years with emphasis on emotional, intellectual, social, and personal growth and development.
PSYC 5 Abnormal Psychology
(Formerly PSYCH 5) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: This course examines the biological, psychological, and social science of abnormal psychology. Major areas of examination will include theoretical orientations, important psychotherapeutic methods, current issues in abnormal psychology and selected disorders such as depression, schizophrenia, and psychosomatic disorders.
PSYC 7 Theories of Personality
(Formerly PSYCH 7) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU areas D,E;IGETC area 4
Description: An examination of basic concepts, principles, and development of major theories of personality and their practical applications to social interactions, psychopathology, and treatment.
PSYC 8 Introduction to Lifespan Psychology
(Formerly PSYCH 8) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: PSY 180
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU areas D,E;IGETC area 4
Description: This course provides an overview, from a psychological perspective, of human development from conception through death, including biological and environmental influences. Theories and research of physical, cognitive, personality, and social development are examined, as well as attention to developmental problems.
PSYC 9 Introduction to Behavioral Sciences Statistics
(Formerly PSYCH 9) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of MATH 154 OR MATH 155 OR MATH 156 OR higher or appropriate placement based on AB 705 mandates; AND Course Completion of PSYC 1A OR ANTH 1 OR SOC 1. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: SOCI 125;MATH 110
GE: AA/AS areas B,MC;CSU area B4;IGETC area 2A
Description: The use of probability techniques, hypothesis testing, and predictive techniques to facilitate decision-making. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-square and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Applications using data from a broad range of disciplines.
PSYC 10 Introduction to Biological Psychology
(Formerly PSYCH 10) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of PSYC C1000 ( or PSYC 1A or PSYCH 1A). Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: PSY 150;PSY 150
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: This course introduces the scientific study of the biological basis of behavior and its fundamental role in the neurosciences. Physiological, hormonal, and neurochemical mechanisms, and brain-behavior relationships underlying the psychological phenomena of sensation, perception, regulatory processes, emotion, learning, memory, and psychological disorders will be addressed. The course also notes historical scientific contributions and current research principles for studying brain-behavior relationships and mental processes.
PSYC 10L Biological Psychology Lab
(Formerly PSYCH 10L) 1 Unit/3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in PSYC 10 ( or PSYCH 10).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: PSY 150 Series
Description: In this course, the students will study the nervous system and its connections to behavior. Specific biopsychological topics include organization of the brain, anatomy and physiology of the neuron, sensorimotor systems, and states of consciousness. Students will explore the topics by applying the scientific method and practicing laboratory procedures such as sheep brain dissection and interactive computer simulations.
PSYC 11 Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
(Formerly PSYCH 11) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to the basic concepts of cognitive psychology. Students will learn about topics including perception, attention, memory, language, and thought. This will be approached from different perspectives including cognitive science, neuroscience, anti-racism, and students’ lived experiences.
PSYC 14 Introduction to Positive Psychology
(Formerly PSYCH 14) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D
Description: Positive psychology is the scientific study of positive human functioning and flourishing on multiple levels that include the biological, personal, cultural, relational, institutional, and global dimensions of life. This course reviews the history of positive psychology and the contributions this field of study has made to several traditional research areas in psychology, and offers the opportunity to learn ways to increase levels of positive human functioning.
PSYC 15 Introduction to Psychology of Consciousness
(Formerly PSYCH 15) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: This course examines how subjective experiences arise from objective brain processes, the basic neuroscience and neuropathology of consciousness, altered states of consciousness, mystical experiences and dreams, and the effects of drugs and meditation. It also explores the nature of self, the possibility of artificial consciousness in machines, and the question of whether animals are conscious.
PSYC 30 Social Psychology
(Formerly PSYCH 30) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: PSY 170
GE: AA/AS area D;CSU area D;IGETC area 4
Description: This course examines the mental processes, situational factors, individual differences, and group phenomena that influence the way people interact with other people, with emphasis on interpersonal attraction, attitudes and attitudinal change, prejudice and discrimination, and aggression.
PSYC 34 The Psychology of Prejudice and Discrimination
(Formerly PSYCH 34) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: SOCI 150
GE: AA/AS areas D,G;CSU area E;IGETC area 4
Description: This course covers the psychology of prejudice and discrimination based on race, biological sex and gender, sexual orientation, class, age, and ability including aspects of the mind, culture, and society that lead to the development of prejudiced behaviors and attitudes. Students will learn about topics including bias, stereotypes, racism, privilege, intersectionality and systems, inter-group conflict, consequences of prejudice and discrimination, and strategies to develop the qualities needed for transforming oppressive systems and ourselves. Topics will be covered through methods including lectures, activities, storytelling, media, and discussions.
PSYC 35 Psychology of Personal and Social Adjustment
(Formerly PSYCH 35) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: PSY 115
GE: CSU area E;IGETC area 4
Description: In this course, students will examine the psychological principles, concepts, and processes that underlie the formation and development of human identity in its socio-cultural and ecological contexts. Their major emphases of study will be on human relations, personal adjustment, and identity development.
PSYC 40 Introduction to Psychology of Gender
(Formerly PSYCH 40) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
C-ID: SOCI 140
GE: CSU area E;IGETC area 4
Description: Students will explore psychological research and theories on gender. This course includes an intersectional critique of biological, psychological, and sociocultural ideas of gender and an exploration of gender continuums from cisgender to transgender. Topics will be explored from multiple perspectives including stereotypes, relationships, violence, sexuality, work, academics, and experiences of and responses to gender oppression.
PSYC 56 Aging, Dying and Death
(Formerly PSYCH 56) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
GE: CSU area E
Description: Examination of aging, dying, death, and bereavement process in contemporary society.
Renewable Energy (REEN)
REEN 101 Renewable Energy Industry Careers
(Formerly RENRG 101) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: Introduction to the renewable energy industry including solar, wind, geothermal energy and their distribution. Discussion to include careers within the industry, the employment working conditions, social aspects, educational and experience requirements, and potential income opportunities.
REEN 102 Electrical Trade Tools, Parts, Components & OSHA 10
(Formerly RENRG 102) 2 Units/1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: Information and skills training for basic hand tools, battery tool kits, and common electrical parts and components used in electrical-related trades. Course will include developing quality customer service skills. Students will receive the Occupational, Safety and Health Administration training instruction, OSHA 10. Students who pass the exam at the end of the course are eligible to receive the OSHA 10-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Department of Labor (DOL) course completion card.
REEN 103 Basics of Grid Tie Residential Systems
(Formerly RENRG 103) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) and completion of MATH 150 or equivalent.
Description: An introductory level integrated lab-lecture course to provide knowledge and skills needed to understand the relationships between designing, installing, and selling a typical residential grid tie solar photovoltaic (PV) system.
REEN 104 Grid Tie Residential Solar PV Installation
(Formerly RENRG 104) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of REEN 102 and REEN 103.
Description: An intermediate level, integrated lecture-lab class to focus on the installation of residential grid tie solar systems, including technology types, fire codes, permitting, utility interconnection, and ongoing maintenance. This course is intended for students to become solar photovoltaic system installers.
REEN 105 Grid Tie Residential Solar PV System Design & Sales
(Formerly RENRG 105) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of REEN 102 and REEN 103.
Description: An intermediate level, integrated lab-lecture course to provide skills and information on selling and designing residential solar photovoltaic systems. This course is intended for students who plan to enter into the sales, marketing, and design of solar photovoltaic systems.
REEN 106 Photovoltaic Battery Storage System Specialty
(Formerly RENRG 106) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: This course will examine electrical energy storage systems for photovoltaic solar panel systems. Field trips may be included.
REEN 156 Photovoltaic Systems Design and Installation
(Formerly RENRG 156) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in ELEC 51A. Recommended: Course Completion of MATH 150A OR MATH 150.
Description: Introduction to photovoltaic technology and its practical application. Focus is on residential and small commercial photovoltaic systems: how they work, the equipment required, and maximizing energy harvest in both utility interactive and off-grid applications. Provides the basic understanding required to size, site, design, and install code-compliant solar energy systems. Course is registered provider of the NABCEP Entry Level Certificate of Knowledge Exam (optional at end of semester).
REEN 157 Advanced Photovoltaic Systems
(Formerly RENRG 157) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of REEN 156.
Description: Advanced topics in applied photovoltaic technology. Includes applying the National Electrical Code (NEC) and California Electrical Code (CEC) to photovoltaic installations, OSHA safety requirements, commercial applications, off-grid and direct coupled systems, and emerging thin-film technologies.
Surveying (SURV)
SURV 53 Route Surveying & Design
(Formerly CEST 53) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 191, CEST 51, and SURV 60.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course students will study and perform route surveying and design, geometric design, and construction staking of transportation routes. Students will use electronic surveying equipment, computers, and data collectors. The course will include an introduction to photogrammetry and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
SURV 56 Introduction to GPS Land Surveying
4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 191, CEST 51, and SURV 60.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course students will explore the principles and applications of satellite-based land surveys, coordinate systems, Global Positioning Systems (GPS) and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). Topics will also include concepts and practice of precise location, navigation, GNSS signal interpretation, data collection, data processing, statistical adjustment, and reporting.
SURV 58 Evidence and Procedures for Boundary Determination
(Formerly CEST 59A) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of APTE 191, CEST 51, and SURV 60.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course students will explore the historical development, current concepts, records research, field methods, and evidence and procedures used in boundary determination. This course is intended for those in the fields of civil engineering, land surveying, real estate, and title insurance. Field trips required.
SURV 62 Introduction to Aerial Remote Sensing & Photogrammetry
3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in APTE 191, CEST 51, and SURV 60.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In this course, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of Aerial Remote Sensing and Photogrammetry (ARSP) theory and applications related to civil engineering, land surveying, geospatial technology, and related disciplines. The course content will emphasize remote sensing theory and mechanics, aerial mission planning, high accuracy ground control, Global Positioning System/Global Navigational Satellite System (GPS/GNSS) control, datums and coordinate systems, related fixed-wing and rotary technology, related sensor technology, and basic data capture methods.
Sustainable Agriculture (SUAG)
SUAG 50 Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture
(Formerly SUSAG 50) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
GE: AA/AS area C;CSU area B1
Description: Students will explore sustainability in agroecosystems and the concepts and principles of agroecology. This course includes an examination of case studies to investigate the application of agroecology to the design and management of sustainable agricultural systems, and how they may translate to actual farming practices. Course may include mandatory field trips to local farms and guest speakers.
SUAG 56 Sustainable Agricultural Enterprise Project
(Formerly SUSAG 56) 2-4 Units/Up to 1 hour lecture, 9 hours by arrangement. P/NP Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in SUAG 64 OR SUAG 65 OR SUAG 103 OR SUAG 109. Limits on enrollment: Approval of the project proposal by sponsoring faculty, Department Chair and Supervising Administrator.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: In consultation with instructor, student will select a specific sustainable agricultural crop, commodity, or product and develop an enterprise project, using the resources at Shone Farm or other locations (with instructor's approval). Projects involve field experience in production and management techniques, marketing methods, and eventual sale of the chosen sustainable agricultural crop, commodity, or product.
SUAG 64 Warm Season Crop Production
(Formerly SUSAG 64) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement based on AB705 verbiage.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Class focuses on characteristics and production of major warm season crops in Sonoma County, including vegetables and hemp. Topics include organic production practices, managing pests and diseases, and postharvest handling. Lab activities will include hands-on application of production and postharvest techniques at SRJC's Shone Farm.
SUAG 65 Cool Season Vegetable Production
(Formerly SUSAG 65) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement based on AB705 mandates.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Class focuses on characteristics and production of major cool season vegetable crops in Sonoma County. Topics include crop planning, organic production practices, soil management, season extension and cover cropping. Lab activities will include hands-on application of production techniques at SRJC's Shone Farm.
SUAG 103 Composting for Organic Farming and Gardening
(Formerly SUSAG 103) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP.
Description: Composting is the cornerstone of building healthy soils in all segments of organic agriculture production. Topics will include composting process, the role of microbes in thermophilic composting and a survey of a variety of composting methods. The course is applicable to composting for small commercial fruit, vine and vegetable operations, and the information will be of equal importance for dairy farmers or hay producers, landscapers, as well as for residential settings. This is an introductory course aimed at the professional or serious student of agriculture and horticulture.
SUAG 109 Organic Crop Planning and Production
(Formerly SUSAG 109) 4 Units/3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Recommended: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in AGRI 20 and AGRI 60.
Description: A hands-on practicum in organic farming, this course covers planning and production practices for market farms. Topics include seasonal crop selection, planting procedures, cultural practices, harvesting and post harvest for organic production of vegetable and grain crops in small commercial operations. Both manual and machine powered management techniques will be discussed. Includes hands-on management of greenhouse starts and farm plots at Shone Farm.
SUAG 116 Organic Apple Production
(Formerly SUSAG 116) 1 Unit/1 hour lecture, 0.75 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: This course emphasizes organic apple production practices and is intended for current or potential apple producers. Emphasizes available and effective methods in commercial or small-scale organic contexts.
SUAG 117 Organic Fruit Tree and Berry Production
(Formerly SUSAG 117) 1.5 Units/1 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: Students will learn about fruit tree and berry vine selection, planting, and care for small-scale orchard or home garden. Includes desirable varieties, site selection and preparation, soil and fertility management, pruning and training methods, harvest techniques and pest management. Emphasis on organic production methods.
SUAG 119 Specialty Crop Production
(Formerly SUSAG 119) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: In this introductory course, students will explore the history, uses, cultivation, cultivar selection, propagation techniques, agronomic practices, crop improvement strategies, and pest and disease management for both indoor and outdoor cultivation of industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.). Students will also discuss post-harvest processing, compliance testing requirements, local and federal regulations for industrial hemp cultivation.
SUAG 120 Organic Gardening and Food Production
(Formerly SUSAG 120) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or appropriate placement based on AB705 verbiage.
Description: Exploration of organic gardening practices with an emphasis on designing and maintaining gardens. Application of techniques for local and seasonally appropriate production of edible crops including vegetables, fruits, flowers, and herbs. Class focuses on small scale production practices that are applicable for home gardens, as well as urban and community garden settings, including: permaculture design, soil building, watering, biodiversity and hand tools.
SUAG 153 Community Supported Agriculture
(Formerly SUSAG 153) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This course will address aspects of crop management, production, and marketing as it relates to the development and operations of a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm model. Students will gain hands-on experience through direct participation in crop production, harvesting, and packing at Shone Farm. This course will also prepare students for the California Food Handlers Exam.
SUAG 160 Direct Farm Marketing
(Formerly SUSAG 160) 2 Units/2 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory. Grade or P/NP.
Description: This class is an overview and hands-on experience of marketing practices used by farms to provide local food direct to consumer. Includes innovative marketing practices for the small to medium size grower, post harvest handling of produce, food safety, promotion and distribution. Class practicum includes hands-on participation with the SRJC campus produce stand, Shone Farm Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) and fall festival. Class includes mandatory field trips to local direct retail outlets.
Theatre Arts (THAR)
THAR 13A Performance Workshop: Styles, Periods and Skills 1
(Formerly THAR 13.1A) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of THAR 10B AND Concurrent Enrollment in THAR13AL.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Introduction to three different acting styles, including non-realistic styles and period realism, as well as further study of acting theory and specialized performance skills. Styles to be studied change each time the course is offered. This combination instruction/performance ensemble course requires night rehearsals during the last two weeks of classes and culminates in two performances of a public showcase.
THAR 13AL Performance Workshop Lab: Styles, Periods and Skills 1
(Formerly THAR 13.1AL) 0.5 Unit/1.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of THAR 10B AND Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 13A.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This lab encompasses the extended planning, advanced preparation, and performance of an acting showcase for the public. Meeting the last few weeks of the semester, this is the companion course to a semester-long study of non-realistic acting styles, period realism, and specialized performance skills, which culminates in the showcase. Content for both courses and showcase change each time they are offered.
THAR 13B Performance Workshop: Styles, Periods and Skills 2
(Formerly THAR 13.1B) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of THAR 13A AND Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 13BL.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This course continues an introduction to non-realistic styles and period realism, as well as further study of acting theory and specialized performance skills. Three different styles are introduced over the course of the semester; styles studied will change each time the course is offered. This combination instruction/performance ensemble course requires night rehearsals during the last two weeks of classes and culminates in two performances of a public showcase.
THAR 13BL Performance Workshop Lab: Styles, Periods and Skills 2
(Formerly THAR 13.1BL) 0.5 Unit/1.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of THAR 13AL ( or THAR 13.1AL) and Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 13B ( or THAR 13.1B).
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This lab encompasses the extended planning, advanced preparation, and performance of an acting showcase for the public. Meeting the last few weeks of the semester, this is the companion course to a semester-long study of non-realistic acting styles, period realism, and specialized performance skills, which culminates in the showcase. Content for both courses and showcase change each time they are offered.
THAR 14A Performance Workshop: Shakespeare 1
(Formerly THAR 13.2A) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of THAR 10B and Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 14AL. Recommended: Course Completion of THAR 1 OR ENGL 27.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Introduction to performing Shakespeare through an exploration of historical context, text analysis, acting theory, and performance techniques. Includes both in-depth monologue and scene work, resulting in a showcase performance open to the public.
THAR 14AL Performance Workshop Lab: Shakespeare 1
(Formerly THAR 13.2AL) 0.5 Unit/1.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of THAR 10B AND Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 14A. Recommended: Course Completion of THAR 1 OR ENGL 27.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This lab meets the last two weeks of the semester for extended preparation related to performing Shakespeare through an exploration of historical context, text analysis, acting theory, and performance techniques. Includes both in-depth monologue and scene work, resulting in a showcase performance open to the public.
THAR 14B Performance Workshop: Shakespeare 2
(Formerly THAR 13.2B) 3 Units/2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Completion of THAR 14A AND Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 14BL. Recommended: Course Completion of THAR 1 OR ENGL 27.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Continuing the study of performing Shakespeare through an exploration of historical context, text analysis, acting theory, and performance techniques. Includes both in-depth monologue and scene work, resulting in a showcase performance open to the public.
THAR 14BL Performance Workshop Lab: Shakespeare 2
(Formerly THAR 13.2BL) 0.5 Unit/1.5 hours by arrangement. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of THAR14AL and Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 14B. Recommended: Course Completion of THAR 1 OR ENGL 27.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: This lab meets the last two weeks of the semester for extended preparation related to performing Shakespeare at an intermediate level through an exploration of historical context, text analysis, acting theory, and performance techniques. Includes both in-depth monologue and scene work, resulting in a showcase performance open to the public.
Veterinary Technician (VETT)
VETT 50 Veterinary Anatomy and Terminology
(Formerly ANHLT 50) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: Students will be introduced to the anatomy and physiology of all major body systems in small animals with a focus on companion animal species (canine and feline). This class also covers a body systems approach with an emphasis on veterinary medical terminology. Commonly used veterinary diagnostics and treatments are woven throughout the course as relevant to organ or body structure or function.
VETT 52 Small Animal Disease Recognition and Transmission Control
(Formerly ANHLT 52) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of ANHLT 50 and Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU.
Description: This class will focus on the diseases of companion animal species (feline and canine). This class will include disease recognition as well as transmission control, hospital sanitation and sterilization procedures. A special emphasis will be placed on zoonoses awareness and protection. Microbiology of bacterial, viral, and fungal infections will be covered including relevance to chemical disinfectant handling.
VETT 101 Introduction to Veterinary Careers
(Formerly ANHLT 101) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: This course provides students with an overview of the careers, concepts, and typical tasks that occur in a veterinary hospital. Students will be introduced to the rewards and realities of working in veterinary medicine, as well as the steps to become a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
VETT 102 Adventures in Veterinary Medicine
(Formerly ANHLT 102) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in VETT 50 OR VETT 101.
Description: This course provides students with a behind-the-scenes look at typical cases seen in general and specialty veterinary practice. This interactive, case-based introductory course explores a new case each week. Cases will be presented from start to finish, including client communication, history, presenting complaints, clinical signs, differential diagnoses, development of a diagnostic and therapeutic plan, and disease prevention.
VETT 109 Complementary and Alternative Veterinary Medicine
(Formerly ANHLT 109) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Completion of or Current Enrollment in VETT 50.
Description: This class will focus on disease treatment in animal species, (primarily feline and canine) using complementary and alternative modalities. Modalities covered will include acupuncture, herbal medicine, chiropractic, and homeopathy. This class will include complentary and alternative veterinary medicine (CAVM) terminology; record keeping, preparation and administration of nutraceutical, herbal, and homeopathic medicines; patient monitoring; removal, handling and disposal of acupuncture needles; prescription preparation; and client education regarding CAVM treatments.
VETT 120 Small Animal Veterinary Assistance and Nursing
(Formerly ANHLT 120) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course completion of VETT 50. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: Lecture and demonstration of small animal veterinary assistance and nursing procedures. Topics covered will include emergency veterinary care, intravenous catheter placement and maintenance, animal handling and restraint for veterinary procedures, preventive health care, nutrition, considerations for diseases and animal nursing, medication and fluid administration, euthanasia, and record keeping all in the context of a small animal veterinary clinic.
VETT 121 Veterinary Surgical and Dental Assistance
(Formerly ANHLT 121) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of VETT 50. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: Students will explore all aspects of veterinary surgery and dentistry with emphasis on the role of the technician. All aspects of the surgical experience are covered, including surgical instrumentation, suturing techniques, application of bandages, splints and casts, patient preparation, surgical nursing and assisting, intravenous catheter placement, common surgical procedures, pain assessment and patient recovery. Dental care of companion, laboratory and large animals will be discussed, including disease progression, dental prophylaxis, and extractions.
VETT 122 Animal Nursing Field Seminar
(Formerly ANHLT 122) 0.75 Unit/0.75 hour lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment in VETT 122L ( or ANHLT 122L). Recommended: Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in ANHLT 50.
Description: Course includes an introduction to nursing skills, hospital safety procedures, and basic restraint techniques for a veterinary setting for canines and felines.
VETT 122L Animal Nursing Field Practicum
(Formerly ANHLT 122L) 0.25 Unit/1 hour by arrangement. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Concurrent Enrollment in VETT 122 ( or ANHLT 122). Recommended: Course Completion of ANHLT 50.
Description: Course provides hands-on practical experience applying small animal nursing skills in a veterinary setting.
VETT 123 Small Animal Veterinary Emergencies
(Formerly ANHLT 123) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion of VETT 50.
Description: Students will study both theoretical and practical aspects of assisting the veterinarian in the management of small animal (dog and cat) medical and traumatic emergencies. This class will include recognition, assessment, and triage of the emergent veterinary patient. Common specific emergency situations will be reviewed, including underlying cause, diagnostics, initial treatment, and ongoing intensive patient care.
VETT 126 Veterinary Technician Review and Board Exam Preparation
(Formerly ANHLT 126) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of VETT 52, VETT 120 and VETT 121.
Description: Comprehensive review of veterinary technician information to prepare students for success on the Veterinary Technician National Exam. Pertinent subject matter will be reviewed with a focus of restating key concepts and identification of students' personal strengths and weaknesses regarding required subject matter. Students will also learn about requirements for exam eligibility and application procedure, exam design and composition, and question analysis strategies.
VETT 128 Exotic Animal Medicine
(Formerly ANHLT 128) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course completion or current enrollment in VETT 50. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 OR EMLS 100 (formerly ESL 100) or equivalent.
Description: This class will provide an overview of veterinary medical care for non-standard species with a focus on the veterinary technician’s role. Students will learn about the husbandry, handling, sample collection, treatment, and most common conditions of each species group. Species covered will include those most commonly presented to veterinary hospitals for care in our area (birds, rabbits, reptiles, etc.), as well as select free ranging and captive wildlife species.
VETT 141 Small Animal Veterinary Anesthesia
(Formerly ANHLT 141) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of VETT 50. Recommended: Course Completion of ANHLT 120.
Description: This course will provide an overview of the use of anesthesia for the small animal veterinary workplace. Students will become familiar with anesthetic medications, anesthetic equipment, patient assessment, anesthetic protocols and anesthetic monitoring for small animal patients.
VETT 142 Veterinary Pharmacology and Medical Calculations
(Formerly ANHLT 142) 1.5 Units/1.5 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Course Completion of ANHLT 50, ANHLT 120 and MATH 150A.
Description: Students will study the use of medication to treat and prevent disease within the veterinary workplace. General pharmacology and medications of all types will be covered. The indications, side effects, and administration of common specific medications will be discussed. Legal requirements for handling, labeling and dispensing medication will be covered in the context of a companion animal practice. This course includes all relevant mathematical skills need for patient specific dosing, filling prescriptions, and related tasks.
VETT 151 Veterinary Laboratory and Imaging Procedures
(Formerly ANHLT 151) 2 Units/1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory. Grade or P/NP. Prerequisite: Course Completion of VETT 52. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: Students will perform common diagnostic tests in veterinary medicine. Collection of quality samples, appropriate sample handling and test protocols will be discussed. Students will run tests on blood, urine, feces, and skin samples. Laboratory procedures performed will include clinical biochemistry, cytology, hematology, immunology, basic microbiology, parasitology, urinalysis, and basic necropsy techniques. This class will include safe and diagnostic use of imaging modalities including radiography, radiation safety principles, ultrasound principles, and basic endoscopy.
VETT 161 Veterinary Medical Office Procedures
(Formerly ANHLT 161) 2 Units/2 hours lecture. Grade or P/NP. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100.
Description: In this course students learn about the spectrum of skills utilized by veterinary office staff. Emphasis will be placed on client communication skills and medical office management, including medical record keeping and drug inventory control. Additional topics include emergency recognition, euthanasia and grieving, preventative health programs, common veterinary abbreviations, and relevant computer programs.
Viticulture (VIT)
VIT 1 Introduction to Viticulture, Winemaking, Wines of the World
(Formerly VIT 50) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will study introduction to viticulture, winemaking, and wines of the world. The course includes five weeks on the history of viticulture, grapevine anatomy, and grape growing; five weeks on basic winemaking techniques; seven weeks on an overview of worldwide wine regions and grape and wine varieties and consumption.
Waste Water Treatment (WWTR)
WWTR 120 Wastewater Treatment 1
(Formerly ENVT 120) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Prerequisite: Course Completion or Current Enrollment in WWTR 112.
Description: In this course, students are introduced to wastewater treatment plant operations and the role of the operator including the origins and characteristics of wastewater, wastewater collection and treatment systems, and associated mathematical computations. This course will help students prepare for State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Wastewater Operator Certification Examination Grade 1. A field trip to a wastewater facility during regular class hours is required.
Wine Studies (WINE)
WINE 1 Introduction to Viticulture, Winemaking, Wines of the World
(Formerly WINE 50) 3 Units/3 hours lecture. Grade Only. Recommended: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or equivalent.
Transferability: CSU;UC.
Description: Students will study introduction to viticulture, winemaking, and wines of the world. The course includes five weeks on the history of viticulture, grapevine anatomy, and grape growing; five weeks on basic winemaking techniques; seven weeks on an overview of worldwide wine regions and grape and wine varieties and consumption.