RHC Course Catalog 2021-22

describing associations of two vari- MATH 070CD graphs, measures of central tendency
ables graphically, graphing equations Intermediate Algebra: Part II and variability, correlation and
of lines and linear models, and solv- linear regression. While discussing
ing linear equations and inequalities. Prerequisite: MATH 070AB inferential statistics, the students
The course is for students in liberal This is the second half of a modu- learn to make generalizations about
arts, humanities, and social sciences larized version of the MATH 070. populations. This includes probabil-
majors. It should not be taken by stu- This course is designed for students ity, sampling techniques, confidence
dents majoring in science, technology, who have completed an elementary intervals, and hypothesis tests. This
engineering, math, or business. algebra course and need to complete course is intended for students who
5 Units an additional course in algebra before meet Honors Program requirements.
90 Lecture hours proceeding to a transferable course 4 Units
that requires the skills obtained in 72 Lecture hours
MATH 070 intermediate algebra. It covers ratio-
Intermediate Algebra nal expressions, radical expressions MATH 140 (C-ID MATH 120)
and complex numbers, quadratic Mathematics for Elementary Teachers
Prerequisite: MATH 050 or MATH equations and inequalities, functions,
050D or MATH 053 or appropriate exponential and logarithmic func- Prerequisite: MATH 070 or MATH
placement tions. Students must pass MATH 070D or MATH 073 or MATH 073B or
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 070AB in order to register for MATH appropriate placement
appropriate placement; READ 043 or 070CD. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
appropriate placement 2 Units appropriate placement; READ 043 or
Transfers to: CSU if taken prior to the 45 Lecture hours appropriate placement
Fall Semester, 1988 Transfers to: UC, CSU
This course is designed for students MATH 130 (C-ID MATH 110) This course is designed to deepen
who have completed an elementary Statistics and extend the student’s under-
algebra course and need to complete standing of the foundations of the
an additional course in algebra before Prerequisite: MATH 062 or MATH mathematics taught in elementary
proceeding to a college level transfer- 070 or MATH 070D or MATH 073 or school. Because it is intended for the
able course. This course is a study MATH 073B or appropriate placement student preparing to teach at that
of linear and quadratic equations Advisory: ENGL 101 or appropriate level, it frequently refers to and uses
and inequalities, systems of linear placement; READ 101 or appropriate materials and methodology appropri-
equations, polynomials, exponents placement ate for students at that level, but it is
and radicals, relations and functions, Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU not a methods course. The course is
graphs of functions, exponential and (*The UC will grant credit for only one concept-driven with an emphasis on
logarithmic expressions and their of the following courses: MATH 130 or problem solving. Concrete manipu-
applications. Students may enroll in MATH 130H or PSY 190) latives are used to give meaning
MATH 070 in a lecture section for This course is designed for students to abstract mathematical concepts.
four units of credit or in individual majoring in business, social sci- Topics include numeration and place
one-unit modules: MATH 070A, ences, and life sciences. This course value concepts, models and algo-
070B, 070C, and 070D in the Math provides an overview of descriptive rithms for operations with whole
and Science Center (MSC) or online. and inferential statistics. The students numbers, integers, fractions and deci-
Modularized courses in the MSC learn to read, interpret and present mals, and the structure and proper-
must be taken sequentially over a data in a well-organized way. This ties of the real number system.
maximum period of 24 months. includes frequency distributions, 4 Units
4 Units graphs, measures of central tendency 90 Lecture hours
90 Lecture hours and variability, correlation and
linear regression. While discussing MATH 150
MATH 070AB inferential statistics, the students Survey of Mathematics
Intermediate Algebra: Part I learn to make generalizations about
populations. This includes probabil- Prerequisite: MATH 070 or MATH
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or ity, sampling techniques, confidence 070D or MATH 073 or MATH 073B or
appropriate placement; READ 043 or intervals, and hypothesis tests. appropriate placement
appropriate placement 4 Units Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
This course is the first half of a 72 Lecture hours appropriate placement; READ 043 or
modularized version of MATH 070. appropriate placement
This course is designed for students MATH 130H (C-ID MATH 110) Transfers to: UC, CSU
who have completed an elementary Statistics Honors In this course students will learn to
algebra course and need to complete read and understand quantitative
an additional course in algebra before Prerequisite: MATH 062 or MATH information, solve practical problems,
proceeding to a transferable course 070 or MATH 070D or MATH 073 or and make sound decisions using
that requires the skills obtained in MATH 073B or appropriate placement; numbers. Topics include consumer
intermediate algebra. This course Minimum GPA of 3.0; ENGL 101 applications, logic, probability,
consists of topics including real num- Advisory: READ 101 or appropriate statistics, algebra, and geometry.
bers, linear equations and inequali- placement This course is for students who need
ties, system of linear equations Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU a quantitative reasoning course for
and inequalities,polynomials and (*The UC will grant credit for only one graduation or transfer.
factoring. Students must pass MATH of the following courses: MATH 130 or 3 Units
070AB in order to register for MATH MATH 130H or PSY 190) 54 Lecture hours
070CD This course is designed for students
2 Units majoring in business, social sci- MATH 160 (C-ID MATH 150)
45 Lecture hours ences, and life sciences. This course College Algebra
provides an overview of descriptive
and inferential statistics. The students Prerequisite: MATH 070 or MATH
learn to read, interpret and present 070D or MATH 073 or MATH 073B or
data in a well-organized way. This appropriate placement
includes frequency distributions, Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or

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appropriate placement; READ 043 or MATH 180 (C-ID MATH 155) MATH 191
appropriate placement Pre-Calculus (C-ID MATH 900S and MATH 220)
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Calculus II
(*Students will receive a maximum of 5 Prerequisite: MATH 175 or appropriate
units for MATH 160 and 180 combined) placement Prerequisite: MATH 190 or MATH
This course will cover linear, qua- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 190H or appropriate placement
dratic, polynomial, power, exponen- appropriate placement; READ 101 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
tial, and logarithmic functions and appropriate placement. appropriate placement; READ 101 or
their applications from a graphical, Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU appropriate placement
numerical, and analytical point of (*Students will receive a maximum of 5 Transfers to: UC, CSU
view. The course also will cover units for MATH 160 and 180 combined) This semester-long course continues
systems of equations and inequalities This course is designed to prepare the study of calculus begun in MATH
and sequences and series. The course students for the study of calculus. 190. The course includes techniques
serves as preparation for students The course presents a comprehensive of integration, improper integrals,
planning to take Elements of Calculus study of linear, quadratic, poly- anti-derivatives, applications of the
(MATH 170). Graphing technology nomial, exponential, logarithmic, definite integral, differential equa-
will be required. rational, and trigonometric functions. tions, Taylor polynomials, series,
4 Units Inequalities, introductory analytic polar equations, and parametric
72 Lecture hours geometry, polar coordinates, polar equations. This course is the second
equations and their graphs, and an course of the calculus sequence
MATH 170 (C-ID MATH 140) introduction to sequences are also required of all engineering, physics,
Elements of Calculus included. This course is a prerequisite and mathematics majors.
for MATH 190. 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH 160 or appropriate 4 Units 90 Lecture hours
placement 72 Lecture hours
Advisory: ENGL 101; READ 101 MATH 250 (C-ID MATH 230)
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU MATH 190 Calculus III
(*Students will receive credit for only (C-ID MATH 210, MATH 900S)
one of the following courses: MATH 170, Calculus I Prerequisite: MATH 191
MATH 190, or MATH 190H) Advisory: ENGL 101; READ 101
This is a one-semester course in Prerequisite: MATH 180 Transfers to: UC, CSU
the fundamentals of algebra-based Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This course involves a study of func-
calculus and its applications to the appropriate placement; READ 101 or tions of two or more variables using
fields of business, economics, social appropriate placement the principles of calculus, vector
sciences, biology, and technology. Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU analysis, and parametric equations.
Course topics include graphing of (*Students will receive credit for only Also included is a study of solid
functions; applications of derivatives one of the following courses: MATH 170, regions using partial differentiation,
and integrals of functions including MATH 190 or MATH 190H) vector analysis, and multiple integra-
polynomials; rational, exponential, MATH 190 is a semester course tion, as well as a study of vector
and logarithmic functions; multivari- designed primarily for those students calculus topics including line and
able derivatives; and differential planning to pursue programs in surface integrals, Green’s theorem,
equations. engineering, mathematics, computer Stokes’ theorem, and the divergence
4 Units science, and physical sciences. This theorem. This is the third course of
72 Lecture hours is the first course in differential and the calculus sequence required for
integral calculus of a single vari- engineering, physics, and mathemat-
MATH 175 (C-ID MATH 851) able. It includes topics in functions, ics majors.
Plane Trigonometry limits and continuity, techniques and 4 Units
applications of differentiation and 90 Lecture hours
Prerequisite: MATH 060 and MATH integration, and the Fundamental
070 or MATH 070D or MATH 073 or Theorem of Calculus. MATH 251 (C-ID MATH 910S)
MATH 073B or appropriate placement 4 Units Linear Algebra and Differential Equa-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 90 Lecture hours tions
appropriate placement; READ 043 or
appropriate placement MATH 190H (C-ID MATH 900S) Prerequisite: MATH 191
Transfers to: CSU Calculus I Honors Transfers to: CSU
This course is for students major- This course is an introduction to ordi-
ing in mathematics, science, and Prerequisite: MATH 180; ENGL 101 nary differential equations and linear
engineering. The course equips Advisory: READ 101 or appropriate algebra, and is designed for STEM
students with the skills necessary for placement majors who do not need separate
success in precalculus, presenting the Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU courses in linear algebra and differ-
concepts of plane trigonometry using (*Students will receive credit for only ential equations. Topics in this course
a functions approach. The course also one of the following courses: MATH 170, include first order ordinary differen-
includes a study of trigonometric MATH 190 or MATH 190H) tial equations, including separable,
functions including their inverses MATH 190H is a semester course linear, homogeneous of degree zero,
and graphs, identities and proofs designed primarily for those students Bernoulli, and exact equations with
related to trigonometric expressions, planning to pursue programs in applications and numerical methods;
trigonometric equations, solving right engineering, mathematics, computer solutions to higher order differen-
triangles, solving triangles using the science, and physical sciences. This tial equations using undetermined
law of cosines and the law of sines, is the first course in differential and coefficients, variation of parameters,
polar coordinates, and an introduc- integral calculus of a single variable. and power series, with applications;
tion to vectors. It includes topics in functions, limits solutions to linear and non-linear
3 Units and continuity, techniques and appli- systems of differential equations,
72 Lecture hours cations of differentiation and integra- including numerical solutions; matrix
tion and the Fundamental Theorem algebra, solutions of linear systems of
2021-2022 Catalog of Calculus. equations, and determinants; vector
4 Units spaces, including the Gram-Schmidt
90 Lecture hours
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procedure; and linear transforma- Studies/Directed Studies shall be the four-part chorale writing; diatonic
tions, kernel and range, eigenvalues, same as those for other courses. Units harmony; and an introduction to
eigenvectors, diagonalization, and are awarded in accordance to Title secondary/applied chords and modu-
symmetric matrices. 5 regulations with one unit of credit lation.
5 Units awarded for 54 hours of Directed 3 Units
90 Lecture hours Studies, six (6) hours of which must 54 Lecture hours
be with an instructor. The instructor
MATH 260 (C-ID MATH 250) is responsible for monitoring student MUS 105 (C-ID MUS 140)
Linear Algebra progress through the semester. Music Theory III
Students may take directed study
Prerequisite: MATH 191 courses for a maximum of three (3) Prerequisite: MUS 104
Transfers to: UC, CSU units within a discipline, and may not Corequisite: MUS 156
This course is an introductory study accumulate more than a total of nine Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
of linear algebra with applications to (9) units college wide. placement
problems in the physical and social 1 to 3 Units Transfers to: UC, CSU
sciences. It includes the solution of 54 to 162 Lab hours This course incorporates the concepts
systems of linear equations, matrix from Music Theory II. In addition,
algebra with inverses, determinants, MUSIC through writing and analysis, the
vectors and vector spaces, linear course will include: introduction
transformations, Eigenvalues and Division of Arts & to chromatic harmony; secondary/
Eigenvectors, orthogonality and diag- Cultural Programs applied chords; modulation; bor-
onalization. This course is required rowed chords; introduction to Nea-
for engineering, physics, computer MUS 101 (C-ID MUS 110) politan and augmented-sixth chords.
science and mathematics majors. Fundamentals of Music 3 Units
4 Units 54 Lecture hours
72 Lecture hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
appropriate placement; READ 043 or MUS 106 (C-ID MUS 125)
MATH 270 (C-ID MATH 240) appropriate placement Musicianship I
Differential Equations Transfers to: UC, CSU
This course is designed for students Corequisite: MUS 103
Prerequisite: MATH 250 interested in the fundamentals of Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
Transfers to: UC, CSU music theory. The class takes up basic placement
This course covers ordinary differ- notation, rhythm reading, major and Transfers to: UC, CSU
ential equations with applications minor scale construction, simple This course is designed for the stu-
in the physical and social sciences. musical analysis, and basic chord dent who wants to develop beginning
It includes a study of linear and construction. aural skills, sight-reading, sightsing-
nonlinear firstorder differential equa- 3 Units ing, as well as dictation and rhythmic
tions, linear higher order differential 54 Lecture hours interpretation skills. It is recom-
equations, systems of differential mended for all instrumentalists, sing-
equations, the power series solution MUS 103 (C-ID MUS 120) ers and composers and required of all
of differential equations, and Laplace Music Theory I music majors.
transforms. The course is a continu- 1 Unit
ation of MATH 190, MATH 191, and Corequisite: MUS 106 54 Lab hours
MATH 250, and is required for all Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
Engineering, Physics, and Mathemat- placement MUS 107 (C-ID MUS 135)
ics majors. Transfers to: UC, CSU Musicianship II
4 Units This course, through guided com-
72 Lecture hours position and analysis, incorporates Prerequisite: MUS 106
the following concepts: rhythm and Corequisite: MUS 104
MATH 299 meter; basic properties of sound; Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
Directed Study: Mathematics intervals; diatonic scales and triads; placement
diatonic chords, basic cadential for- Transfers to: UC, CSU
Transfers to: CSU mulas and phrase structure; domi- This course is designed for the
Independent Study/Directed Study nant seventh; figured bass symbols; student who wants to develop the
is intended for students who have and non-harmonic tones. Develop- rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic
the ability to assume responsibil- ment of skills in handwritten notation materials of Music Theory II through
ity for independent work and to is expected. ear training, sight singing, analysis,
prepare written or oral reports and/ 3 Units and dictation. This course is required
or appropriate projects. To enroll in 54 Lecture hours of all music majors.
an independent study/directed study 1 Unit
course, students must possess a 2.5 MUS 104 (C-ID MUS 130) 54 Lab hours
overall grade point average and a 3.0 Music Theory II
grade point average in the discipline MUS 110
of study being requested, or receive Prerequisite: MUS 103 College Community Orchestra
an exception from the instructor. Corequisite: MUS 107
Independent Studies/Directed Studies Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate Advisory: MUS 101
may be developed from any topic placement Transfers to: UC, CSU
arising from or related to a course of Transfers to: UC, CSU This course is designed for the instru-
study that will result in developing This course incorporates the concepts mental music student who wants to
depth and breadth in that subject from Music Theory I. In addition, become familiar with the vast body of
area. Students will be expected to through guided composition and orchestral music. It provides players
meet on a regular basis with their fac- analysis, the course will include: an opportunity to develop their own
ulty sponsor and submit a final report an introduction to two-part coun- musical capabilities and participate
or project, and student progress shall terpoint; voice leading involving in ensemble playing. Students are
be evaluated at regular intervals. expected to provide their own instru-
Academic standards for Independent

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ments. This course may be taken once MUS 129 roll music, its origins and its many
and repeated three times for credit. Music in Latin American Culture sub-styles. The social, political, and
1 Unit economic influence the music has had
54 Lab hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or on society and other types of music
appropriate placement; READ 043 or will also be examined.
MUS 116 (C-ID MUS 185) appropriate placement 3 Units
Diverse Instruments Ensemble Transfers to: UC, CSU 54 Lecture hours
This course is a survey course
Prerequisite: Successful audition with designed for the student seeking an MUS 133 (C-ID MUS 100)
instructor approval required prior to introduction to music in Latin Ameri- Music Appreciation
enrollment to demonstrate proficiency of can culture. The course will focus on
entry skills. the diverse musical cultures of South Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Advisory: MUS 101 America, Central America, Mexico, appropriate placement; READ 043 or
Transfers to: UC, CSU Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean. appropriate placement
This course is designed for electric Emphasis will be placed on rhyth- Transfers to: UC, CSU
and acoustic instrumental, and vocal mic styles and structures, as well as, This course is a survey of musical
students, at a beginning and inter- specific social, cultural, and historical practices from various periods of
mediate level, to perform together in backgrounds. music history, with an emphasis on
one ensemble. The ensemble content 3 Units social, political, and commercial con-
will be arranged for the instrumental 54 Lecture hours texts. Classical, jazz, rock, blues, and
and vocal makeup of the class and world music are the types of music
will include a diversity of styles that MUS 130 covered. This course is intended for
might include Latin, Asian, popular Music History and students seeking to fulfill the general
and contemporary classical music. Literature Before 1750 education arts requirement.
This course may be taken for credit 3 Units
up to four times for a total of 4 units. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 54 Lecture hours
1 Unit appropriate placement; READ 043 or
54 Lab hours appropriate placement MUS 135
Transfers to: UC, CSU Music in Film
MUS 119 This course is for students who seek
Advanced College Community an introduction to the major compos- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Orchestra ers and musical movements from appropriate placement; READ 043 or
antiquity to the 1700s. The course appropriate placement
Prerequisite: MUS 110 focuses on learning, reasoning, and Transfers to: UC, CSU
Transfers to: UC, CSU writing about the music of these This course is a survey of the art and
This course is designed for the more periods with the goal of understand- craft of film music as practiced by
advanced instrumental music student ing their social, political, and cultural prominent film composers and sound
who wants to become more famil- contexts. In addition, these periods designers. Emphasis will be placed
iar with the vast body of orchestral will be compared to contemporary on history and function from 1930
music. It provides advanced players culture and its social, political, and to the present, as well as cultural
an opportunity to further develop cultural framework. context. The class is designed for
their own musical capabilities further 3 Units students interested in learning how
and to participate in ensemble play- 54 Lecture hours music influences film.
ing. Students are expected to provide 3 Units
their own instruments. This course MUS 131 54 Lecture hours
may be taken once and repeated three Music History and Literature After 1750
times for credit. MUS 136
1 Unit Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or History of Jazz
54 Lab hours appropriate placement; READ 043 or
appropriate placement Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
MUS 120 Transfers to: UC, CSU appropriate placement; READ 043 or
Concert Choir This course is for students who appropriate placement
seek an introduction to the major Transfers to: UC, CSU
Prerequisite: Successful audition with composers and musical movements This course is a survey course
instructor approval required prior to from 1750 to the present. The course designed for the student who seeks
enrollment to demonstrate proficiency of focuses on learning, reasoning, and an introduction to Jazz. The course
entry skills. writing about the music of these will focus on jazz music, its origins
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate periods with the goal of understand- and its many sub-styles. The social,
placement ing their social, political, and cultural political and economic influence the
Transfers to: UC, CSU contexts. In addition, these periods music has had on society and other
This course is designed for the will be compared to contemporary types of music will also be examined.
student who seeks the needed skills culture and its social, political, and 3 Units
to study, rehearse, and perform litera- cultural framework. 54 Lecture hours
ture within a large vocal ensemble. 3 Units
Participation in public performance is 54 Lecture hours MUS 138
required. The repertoire will include Masterworks Chorale
a diversity of selections including MUS 132
classical choral literature, world History of Rock and Roll Prerequisite: Audition
music, popular and contemporar Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
music. Previous choral experience Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement
is not required. This course may be appropriate placement; READ 043 or Transfers to: UC, CSU
taken for credit up to four times for a appropriate placement This advanced-level course is for
total of 4 units. Transfers to: UC, CSU students who seek to broaden their
1 Unit This course is a survey course choral repertoire by performing
54 Lab hours designed for the student who seeks major choral works from various
an introduction to rock and roll. musical periods accompanied by
The course will focus on rock and orchestra or other instrumental

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ensemble. Attention is given to the study of simple piano pieces. The skills and in the understanding of
refinement and polishing of choral development of skills at the begin- music through the study of simple
vocal technique. Public performance ning level may be used in the playing guitar pieces. The development of
is required. Enrollment criteria of various styles including Classical, skills at the beginning level may be
requires an audition. Pop, Jazz and Rock. Individual pieces used in the playing of various styles
2 Units are performed in class. No previous including Classical, Pop, Jazz, Rock
27 Lecture hours experience is necessary. and Blues. No previous musical expe-
27 Lab hours 1 Unit rience is necessary.
18 Lecture hours 1.5 Units
MUS 140 18 Lecture hours
Beginning Voice I MUS 146 (C-ID MUS 171) 27 Lab hours
Piano II
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or MUS 151
appropriate placement; READ 043 or Prerequisite: MUS 145 Intermediate Guitar
appropriate placement Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
Transfers to: UC, CSU placement Prerequisite: MUS 150
This course is for students who wish Transfers to: UC, CSU Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
to learn the foundations of singing, This class is for the student interested placement
including proper posture, breath in beginning piano skills, and in the Transfers to: UC, CSU
support, healthy vocal fold vibration, understanding of music through the This intermediate level course is
optimal resonance, articulation, dic- study of simple piano pieces. The designed for students who seek to
tion, and stage presence. Students are development of skills at the begin- broaden their understanding of guitar
given appropriate repertoire from the ning level may be used in the playing literature by performing moderately
standard vocal literature throughout of various styles including Classical, difficult works. Attention is given
the semester. No previous musical Pop, Jazz and Rock. Individual pieces to the refinement and polishing of
experience is necessary. are performed in class. This course is technique through scales, arpeggios,
1.5 Units a continuation of materials learned in sight- reading, interpretation and
18 Lecture hours Piano I. tone production.
27 Lab hours 1 Unit 1.5 Units
18 Lecture hours 27 Lecture hours
MUS 141
History of Rap Music and MUS 147 (C-ID MUS 172) MUS 156 (C-ID MUS 145)
Hip Hop Culture Piano III Musicianship III

Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or Prerequisite: MUS 146 Prerequisite: MUS 107
appropriate placement; READ 043 or Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate Corequisite: MUS 105
appropriate placement placement Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
Transfers to: UC, CSU Transfers to: UC, CSU placement
This course will explore the roots of This course is designed for students Transfers to: UC, CSU
rap music and hip-hop culture from seeking to broaden their knowledge This course is designed for the
its African bardic tradition to African- and understanding of piano litera- student who wants to develop the
American expressive/oral traditions. ture. Varied works of intermediate rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic
In addition, it will locate rap in the difficulty will be introduced. Atten- materials of Music Theory III through
context of hip-hop and as a part of tion is given to the refinement and ear training, sight singing analysis
a continuum of American popular polishing of technique through scales, and dictation. This course is required
music. This course is designed for the arpeggios, sight-reading, interpreta- of all music majors.
student who seeks to expand their tion and tone production. 1 Unit
knowledge of rap music and the hip 1 Unit 54 Lab hours
hop culture. 18 Lecture hours
3 Units MUS 157 (C-ID MUS 155)
54 Lecture hours MUS 148 Musicianship IV
Piano IV
MUS 142 Prerequisite: MUS 156
Intermediate Voice I Prerequisite: MUS 147 Corequisite: MUS 206
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
Prerequisite: MUS 140 placement placement
Transfers to: UC, CSU Transfers to: UC, CSU Transfers to: UC, CSU
This course is for students who wish This course is designed for students This course is designed for the
to further develop the voice and tech- seeking to broaden their knowledge student who wants to develop the
nique acquired in MUS 140 (Begin- and understanding of piano litera- rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic
ning Voice I) through more advanced ture. More advanced solo literature of materials of Music Theory IV through
vocal exercises and repertoire. A intermediate difficulty will be intro- ear training, sight singing, analysis,
comprehensive study of style and duced. Emphasis is placed on the and dictation. This course is required
interpretation is included. technical and interpretive demands of all music majors.
1.5 Units required to perform a varied reper- 1 Unit
18 Lecture hours toire. 54 Lab hours
27 Lab hours 1 Unit
18 Lecture hours MUS 158
MUS 145 (C-ID MUS 170) Masterworks Chorale II
Piano I MUS 150
Beginning Guitar Prerequisite: MUS 138 and Audition
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate Transfers to: UC, CSU
placement Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate This advanced-level course is
Transfers to: UC, CSU placement designed for students who seek in-
This class is for the student interested Transfers to: UC, CSU depth study of choral literature by
in beginning piano skills, and in the This course is designed for the stu- performing complex choral works
understanding of music through the dent interested in beginning guitar such as Beethoven’s Mass in C, Orff’s

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Carmina Burana, and Britten’s War MUS 206 (C-ID MUS 150) entry skills
Requiem accompanied by orchestra Music Theory IV Transfers to: UC, CSU
or other instrumental ensemble, or This course is designed for the
sung a cappella. Attention is given to Prerequisite: MUS 105 advanced electric, acoustic instru-
every detail of musical development Corequisite: MUS 157 mental, and vocal students to
through rehearsal and performance Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate broaden their abilities to perform in
of choral music from various musical placement an ensemble as well as record in the
periods and styles. Public perfor- Transfers to: UC, CSU studio. The ensemble content will
mance is required. Enrollment criteria This course is designed for the be arranged for the instrumental
requires successful completion of student who wants an introduction and vocal makeup of the class and
MUS 138 (Masterworks Chorale) and to the materials and the major trends will include a diversity of styles
an audition. and movements of the 20th- and that include contemporary classi-
2 Units 21st Centuries. Students will gain cal, popular, film and video game
27 Lecture hours techniques for motivic and harmonic music, and electroacoustic music. Río
27 Lab hours analysis, improvisation, and listening Hondo composition students may
strategies for addressing this rep- also arrange and compose for this
MUS 178 ertoire, and will both compose and performance group. This course may
Masterworks Chorale III perform as a class works following be taken for credit up to four times
the models of masterworks of the last for a total of 8 units.
Prerequisite: MUS 158 and Audition 100 years. 2 Units
Transfers to: UC, CSU 3 Units 27 Lecture hours
This advanced-level course is 54 Lecture hours 27 Lab hours
designed for students who seek in-
depth study of choral literature by MUS 211 MUS 234 (C-ID MUS 180)
performing complex choral works Composition Workshop I Advanced Chamber Singers
like Bach’s sacred and secular can-
tatas, masses by Mozart and Haydn, Prerequisite: MUS 104 Prerequisite: MUS 134
renaissance madrigals and sacred Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
pieces, and contemporary choral placement placement
works accompanied by orchestra Transfers to: UC, CSU Transfers to: UC, CSU
or other instrumental ensemble, or This beginner-level course is for This course is designed for students
sung a cappella. Attention is given to students who want to develop vocal with advanced skills in rehearsing
every detail of musical development and instrumental compositional skills and performing choral music. A wide
through rehearsal and performance through analysis and creative writing variety of music selected from differ-
of choral music. Public performance in a workshop setting. The course ent musical periods and styles will be
is required. Students are expected to includes the basic elements and tools selected for study and performance.
take on leadership roles as section of musical composition, including Enrollment criteria includes suc-
leaders, mentors to new singers, rhythm, melody, harmony, and coun- cessful completion of MUS 134. This
and committee work for the choral terpoint; and musical structure and course may be taken up to four times
organization. Enrollment criteria form. Students are assigned composi- for a total of 8 units.
requires successful completion of tion exercises, describe and discuss 2 Units
MUS 158 (Masterworks Chorale) and their work with the class, and work 27 Lecture hours
an audition. on a final composition project. 27 Lab hours
2 Units 3 Units
27 Lecture hours 54 Lecture hours MUS 240
27 Lab hours Advanced Voice I
MUS 212
MUS 181 (C-ID MUS 160) Composition Workshop II Prerequisite: MUS 142
Applied Music Transfers to: UC, CSU
Prerequisite: MUS 211 This course is for students interested
Prerequisite: Audition Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate in further developing the vocal
Corequisite: Enrollment in a Río Hondo placement; MUS 105, MUS 206 technique, musical interpretation,
College Large Ensemble (either MUS 116 Transfers to: UC, CSU and performance skills appropriate
or MUS 117 or MUS 120 MUS or 220 This intermediate-level course is for for advanced vocal performance.
or MUS 134 or MUS 138 or MUS 139 students who want to further develop Attention is given to details including
or MUS 216 or MUS 217 or MUS 234) vocal and instrumental compositional specific vowels, clarity of tone, and
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or skills through analysis and creative interpretation. Public performance
appropriate placement; READ 043 or writing in a workshop setting. The will be required.
appropriate placement course includes elements and tools 2 Units
Transfers to: UC, CSU of musical composition, including 27 Lecture hours
This course is for the student late 19th- and 20th-century harmony, 27 Lab hours
interested in receiving individual the study of musical forms, analysis,
instruction in voice, piano, guitar, guided listening, and discussion of MUS 245
band, or orchestral instruments with examples from the repertoire. Stu- Advanced Piano
an assigned instructor. Emphasis will dents are assigned composition exer-
be placed on study at the beginning cises, describe, describe and discuss Prerequisite: MUS 148
level of technique and repertoire. their work with the class, and work Transfers to: UC, CSU
Weekly, it includes one recital class, on building a composition portfolio. This course is designed for the
and one individual lesson. Per- 3 Units student interested in further devel-
formance for a faculty jury will be 54 Lecture hours oping the interpretive and technical
required at the end of the semester. demands inherent in advanced piano
This course may be taken for credit MUS 216 (C-ID MUS 185) literature. Attention is given to a
up to four times for a total of 2 units. Industrial Orchestra detailed study and analysis of various
0.50 Unit musical periods and styles.
9 Lecture hours Prerequisite: Successful audition with 2 Units
instructor approval required prior to 36 Lecture hours
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MUS 251 Student Paid Internship: on the operation and components of
Advanced Guitar I 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours; the typical MIDI and digital audio lab
3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours. (hardware and software). Students
Prerequisite: MUS 151 1 to 4 Units will complete independent projects
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate 3 Lecture hours demonstrating hands-on knowledge.
placement 60 to 300 Other hours 3 Units
Transfers to: UC, CSU 36 Lecture hours
This advanced level course is MUS 299 54 Lab hours
designed for students who seek Directed Study: Music
to broaden their understanding MUST 105
of guitar literature by performing Transfers to: CSU Introduction to the Music Business
difficult works. Attention is given Independent Study/Directed Study
to the refinement and polishing of is intended for students who have Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
technique through scales, arpeggios, the ability to assume responsibil- placement; ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
sight- reading, interpretation, and ity for independent work and to appropriate placement
tonal production, as well as analysis prepare written or oral reports and/ Transfers to: CSU
of various musical periods and styles. or appropriate projects. To enroll in This class is intended for students
2 Units an independent study/directed study interested in the music business. It
27 Lecture hours course, students must possess a 2.5 presents an overview of the busi-
27 Lab hours overall grade point average and a 3.0 ness and legal aspects of the music
grade point average in the discipline industry in order to understand the
MUS 252 of study being requested, or receive rapid and massive changes due to the
Advanced Guitar II an exception from the instructor. revolution of music on the Web. The
Independent Studies/Directed Studies focus will be on career possibilities,
Prerequisite: MUS 251 may be developed from any topic the development of business-related
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate arising from or related to a course of knowledge and skills necessary for
placement study that will result in developing effectively maintaining a professional
Transfers to: UC, CSU depth and breadth in that subject music career, the vocabulary and ter-
This advanced level course is area. Students will be expected to minology of the music industry, and
designed for students who wish to meet on a regular basis with their fac- the distinction between music and
improve their technique and skills by ulty sponsor and submit a final report business at the corporate level. Topics
performing more difficult works. It or project, and student progress shall include record contracts, publishing,
is essentially a continuation of MUS be evaluated at regular intervals. licensing, distribution, and copyright.
251, Advanced Guitar I. The scales, Academic standards for Independent In addition, the duties and respon-
chord progressions, pieces and etudes Studies/Directed Studies shall be the sibilities of musicians, songwriters,
assigned will be selected to advance same as those for other courses. Units lawyers, agents, promoters, publish-
the student’s technique, and reper- are awarded in accordance to Title ers, executives, and managers—
toire from various periods and styles. 5 regulations with one unit of credit anyone trying to navigate the rapid
2 Units awarded for 54 hours of Directed transformation of the industry will be
27 Lecture hours Studies, six (6) hours of which must examined.
27 Lab hours be with an instructor. The instructor 3 Units
is responsible for monitoring student 54 Lecture hours
MUS 290 progress through the semester.
Cooperative Work Experience/Intern- Students may take directed study MUST 115 (C-ID CMUS 150X)
ship for Music Related Fields courses for a maximum of three (3) Songwriting and Arranging I
units within a discipline, and may not
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or accumulate more than a total of nine Prerequisite: MUS 103 and MUST 101
appropriate placement; READ 043 or (9) units college wide. Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
appropriate placement 1 to 3 Units placement
Transfers to: CSU 54 to 162 Lab hours Transfers to: CSU, UC
This course supports and reinforces This course is designed for the
on-the-job training in business, indus- MUSIC TECHNOLOGY student who wants to learn the
trial, non-profit, studio, community process of songwriting. Songs will be
and professional music organiza- Division of Arts & analyzed on chord structure, form,
tions under supervision of a college Cultural Programs rhythm, melody, harmony, and
instructor and is facilitated by the use lyrics. Original compositions and
of learning objectives. The student MUST 101 (C-ID CMUS 100X) performances are expected from all
will be working in a skilled or profes- Introduction to Music Technology students.
sional level assignment in their area 3 Units
of vocational interest and will meet Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate 36 Lecture hours
performance objectives related to placement 54 Lab hours
instruction that are above and beyond Transfers to: CSU
the conditions of regular employ- This course is designed for the stu- MUST 116
ment. This course is intended for dent who wants to learn the termi- Songwriting and Arranging II
students whose job is related to the nology, equipment, techniques, and
field of music and have completed or concepts of music technology. Focus Prerequisite: MUST 115 or MUS 104
enrolled in the appropriate course- will be on principles and practices Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
work. Instructor approval is required of sound, digital audio, synthesis, placement
to remain in the class. “Contact the Musical Instrument Digital Interface Transfers to: CSU, UC
CWE office regarding re-enrollment (MIDI), MIDI sequencing, notation This course is designed for the
procedures.” software, and audio recording utiliz- student who wants to further their
Student Unpaid Internship: ing hardware and software platforms. knowledge of the process of song-
1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours; Lab activities will place an emphasis writing and arranging. Complex
3 Units/180 hours; 4 Units/240 hours songs and advanced song forms
will be analyzed on chord structure,
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lyrics. Additional emphasis on the intend to pursue music profession- MUST 142
creation of lead sheets as well as the ally. Assignments in the course will Recording Studio II
proper presentation of a score and include scoring music to animation
parts for strings and horn sections. and motion picture scenes. Advanced Prerequisite: MUST 141
Original compositions, recordings, notation techniques including full Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
and performances are expected from score and individual parts will also placement
all students. be covered. Transfers to: CSU
3 Units 3 Units This course is designed for the stu-
36 Lecture hours 36 Lecture hours dent who will continue the study of
54 Lab hours 54 Lab hours recording studio techniques, signal
flow using an analog console, and
MUST 121 (C-ID CMUS 110X) MUST 125 advanced ensemble microphone
Electronic Music I Sound Design I techniques. Students will also create a
portfolio of work demonstrating their
Prerequisite: MUST 101 Prerequisite: MUST 121, MUST 141 recording knowledge.
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate 3 Units
placement placement 36 Lecture hours
Transfers to: CSU Transfers to: CSU 54 Lab hours
This course is designed for the stu- This course is for students inter-
dent who wants to gain an under- ested in learning the basics of sound MUST 145 (C-ID CMUS 120X)
standing of the processes and tools design. It will introduce the physics Live Sound Reinforcement I
available to the modern electronic of sound and how to successfully
musician. While using the most manipulate, modulate, and record Prerequisite: MUST 101
up-to-date software, learn to record, sound in the service of various music Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
arrange, mix, produce, and polish and media industries (e.g., the music, placement
your music. Topics include synthesis, television/film, and video game Transfers to: CSU
sampling, and Musical Instrument industries). Assignments will be This course is designed for the stu-
Digital Interface (MIDI) sequenc- project based. dent who seeks an overview of live
ing. Compositions are expected of 3 Units concert sound reinforcement. Topics
students utilizing electronic music 36 Lecture hours include basic sound system theory
techniques. 54 Lab hours and its application. It also covers
3 Units individual sound system component
36 Lecture hours MUST 126 operation, including microphones,
54 Lab hours Sound Design II mixers, effects, power amplifiers, and
speaker systems. This course offers
MUST 122 Prerequisite: MUST 122, MUST 125, opportunities for hands-on experi-
Electronic Music II MUST 142 ences in troubleshooting, sound
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate checking, and mixing sound for live
Prerequisite: MUST 121 placement performance applications.
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate Transfers to: CSU 3 Units
placement This course is for students interested 36 Lecture hours
Transfers to: CSU in learning advanced techniques and 54 Lab hours
This course is designed for the theory of sound design. The course
student who wants to continue the will introduce acoustics, the psycho- MUST 146
study of concepts and techniques acoustics of sound and how to suc- Live Sound Reinforcement II
needed to compose electronic music cessfully program complex systems
and is recommended for students in order to synthesize and sculpt, Prerequisite: MUS 145
who intend to pursue music profes- and sound in the service of various Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
sionally. Various types of synthesis music and media industries (e.g., placement
including software analog synthesis the music, television/film, and video Transfers to: CSU
and virtual analog synthesis will be game industries). Assignments will This course is designed for the
studied. Software that will be used in be project based. student who seeks to further their
the course may include Logic Pro and 3 Units knowledge in live concert sound
Ableton Live. Sequencing, record- 36 Lecture hours reinforcement. Topics include profes-
ing via studio software, notating 54 Lab hours sional communication with musi-
compositions and creating music for cians, intermediate sound system
video games and animation, dance, MUST 141 (C-ID CMUS 130X) theory and its application. It also
and theatre will be the primary focus Recording Studio I covers individual sound system
of the course. component operation, including
3 Units Prerequisite: MUST 101 microphones, mixers, effects, power
36 Lecture hours Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate amplifiers, and speaker systems. This
54 Lab hours placement course offers opportunities for hands-
Transfers to: CSU on experiences in troubleshooting,
MUST 123 This course is designed for the sound checking, and mixing sound
Electronic Music III student who wants to learn to make for live performance applications.
high-quality recordings using a 3 Units
Prerequisite: MUST 122 wide array of tools and techniques. 36 Lecture hours
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate Emphasis will be placed on Digital 54 Lab hours
placement Audio Workstation (DAW) sound
Transfers to: CSU recording, editing, and mixing pro- MUST 151
This course is designed for the cesses through hands-on experience. History of Electronic Music
advanced electronic music student Students will collaborate to produce
who wants to continue the study recordings within several musical Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
of concepts and techniques needed genres. placement; ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
to compose electronic music and 3 Units appropriate placement
is recommended for students who 36 Lecture hours Transfers to: CSU, UC
54 Lab hours
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This course is a survey course appropriate placement This course is designed to meet the
designed for the student who seeks Transfers to: UC, CSU needs of State Indentured Appren-
an introduction to Electronic Music. This course is designed to provide tices employed full-time in the oper-
Beginning with the European and students with basic knowledge of ating engineer field. Topics covered
American avant-garde, this course scientific concepts related to the include: safety consciousness, layout
will trace the roots and routes of function of nutrients in basic life and staking methods for subdivi-
electronic music through Jamaican processes and current health issues sions, streets, buildings, underground
Dub, Chicago House, Detroit Techno, with emphasis on individual needs, structure excavation, right angle
Bronx Hip-hop, and UK Rave to dietary guidelines, macronutrients, triangles, and curve radii.
name a few. Analysis of musical style micronutrients, digestion, absorp- 2 Units
and the relationship to particular tion, metabolism, health, and disease 36 Lecture hours
technologies will accompany our prevention through a balanced diet. 36 Lab hours
examination of various genres in their This course is appropriate for nutri-
social and cultural contexts. tion majors and health science majors, OENG 003
3 Units including nursing. Equipment Operator
54 Lecture hours 3 Units
54 Lecture hours Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren-
MUST 191A tice in the Operating Engineers Trust
Music and Integrated Technology NUTR 120 (C-ID NUTR 120) Apprenticeship Program
Capstone - Recording Principles of Foods with Lab Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
appropriate placement; READ 022 or
Prerequisite: MUST 141 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement; MATH 030 or
Advisory: MUST 142; READ 043 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
appropriate placement appropriate placement ate placement
Transfers to: CSU Transfers to: CSU This course is designed to meet the
This course is for students in the This course is designed for students needs of State Indentured Appren-
Music and Integrated Technology majoring in nutrition to learn the tices employed full-time in the oper-
program to learn hands-on skills. application of food science principles ating engineer field. Topics covered
The course focuses on collaborative with emphasis on ingredient function include: preventive maintenance of
projects, with students performing and interaction, food preparation, heavy equipment, operation of heavy
the professional roles of recording food preparation techniques, sensory equipment and political science.
engineers and assistant engineers, evaluation standards, food safety and 2 Units
and will prepare students for the sanitation, and nutrient composition 36 Lecture hours
highly collaborative music and media of food. 36 Lab hours
industries. Additionally, the course 3 Units
will help students build a profes- 45 Lecture hours OENG 004
sional portfolio with which to apply 27 Lab hours Plan Reading
for entry-level jobs.
2 Units OPERATING Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren-
108 Lab hours ENGINEERS tice in the Operating Engineers Trust
Apprenticeship Program
MUST 191B Division of Career & Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Music and Integrated Technology Technical Education appropriate placement; READ 022 or
Capstone - Production appropriate placement; MATH 030 or
OENG 001 MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
Prerequisite: MUST 121, MUST 141 Introduction to Apprenticeship ate placement
Advisory: MUST 142; READ 043 or This course is designed to meet the
appropriate placement Prerequisite: Registration as a State needs of State Indentured Appren-
Transfers to: CSU Indentured Apprentice tices employed full-time in the oper-
This course is for students in the This course is designed to meet the ating engineer field. Topics covered
Music and Integrated Technology needs of State Indentured Appren- include: reading and interpreting
program to learn hands-on skills. The tices employed full-time in the oper- grading plans for highways, streets
course focuses on collaborative proj- ating engineer field. Topics covered and subdivisions.
ects, with students performing the include: making yourself valuable, 2 Units
professional role of music producer, safety, first aid, the cost of accidents, 36 Lecture hours
and will prepare students for the industry terminology, setting up a 36 Lab hours
highly collaborative music and media string line, standard industry hand
industries. Additionally, the course signals, labor unions and learning to OENG 005
will help students build a profes- operate heavy equipment. Skills Specialization
sional portfolio with which to apply 2 Units
for entry-level jobs. 36 Lecture hours Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren-
2 Units 36 Lab hours tice in the Operating Engineers Trust
108 Lab hours Apprenticeship Program
OENG 002 Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
NUTRITION SCIENCE Grade Checking appropriate placement; READ 022 or
appropriate placement; MATH 030 or
Division of Health Science & Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren- MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
Nursing tice in the Operating Engineers Trust ate placement
Apprenticeship Program This course is designed to meet the
NUTR 110 (C-ID NUTR 110) Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or needs of State Indentured Appren-
Introduction to Nutrition Science appropriate placement; READ 022 or tices employed full-time in the oper-
appropriate placement; MATH 030 or ating engineer field. Topics covered
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- include: the labor movement in the
appropriate placement; READ 043 or ate placement United States, relationship of politics
to construction work, preventive

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maintenance, and the operation of OENG 015 This course is designed to meet the
heavy equipment. Engines - Gasoline and Diesel needs of State Indentured Appren-
2 Units tices with the State of California who
36 Lecture hours Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren- are interested in the field of Operat-
36 Lab hours tice in the Operating Engineers Trust ing Engineers Inspectors. Topics
Apprenticeship Program include industry safety, industry
OENG 012 Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or terminology, masonry inspection
Welding appropriate placement; READ 022 or testing, blueprint reading, field inter-
appropriate placement; MATH 030 or pretation, and successful completion
Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren- MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- of the industry standard certification
tice in the Operating Engineers Trust ate placement examination.
Apprenticeship Program This course is designed to meet the 4 Units
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or needs of State Indentured Appren- 54 Lecture hours
appropriate placement; READ 022 or tices employed full-time in the 54 Lab hours
appropriate placement; MATH 030 or operating engineer field. Topics
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- covered include: internal combustion OENG 023
ate placement engine theory and servicing the fuel, Reinforced Concrete Inspection
This course is designed to meet the lubricating, and governing systems of
needs of State Indentured Appren- gasoline and diesel engines. Prerequisite: Must be an Indentured
tices employed full-time in the oper- 2 Units Apprentice in the Operating Engineers
ating engineer field. Topics covered 36 Lecture hours State Apprenticeship Program
include: the safe use oxyacetylene 36 Lab hours Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
cutting equipment, the technique of appropriate placement; READ 022 or
brazing, and electric arc welding. OENG 016 appropriate placement; MATH 020 or
2 Units Component Disassembly and Assembly MATH 020C or appropriate placement
36 Lecture hours This course is designed to meet the
36 Lab hours Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren- needs of State Indentured Appren-
tice in the Operating Engineers Trust tices with the State of California who
OENG 013 Apprenticeship Program are interested in the field of Operat-
Introduction to Hydraulics Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or ing Engineers Inspectors. Topics
appropriate placement; READ 022 or include industry safety, applications
Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren- appropriate placement; MATH 030 or of reinforced concrete structure,
tice in the Operating Engineers Trust MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- sample testing, industry terminology,
Apprenticeship Program ate placement reinforced concrete inspection testing,
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or This course is designed to meet the blueprint reading, field interpreta-
appropriate placement; READ 022 or needs of State Indentured Appren- tion, and successful completion of
appropriate placement; MATH 030 or tices employed full-time in the oper- the industry standard certification
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- ating engineer field. Topics include: examination.
ate placement clutches, mechanical transmissions, 4 Units
This course is designed to meet the differentials, final drives, crawler 54 Lecture hours
needs of State Indentured Appren- tractor undercarriage, and crawler 54 Lab hours
tices employed full-time in the oper- tractor track assemblies.
ating engineer field. Topics covered 2 Units OENG 024
include: the principles of hydraulics, 36 Lecture hours Structural Steel/Welding Inspection
how a hydraulic system works and 36 Lab hours
the practical uses of hydraulics. Prerequisite: Must be an Indentured
2 Units OENG 021 Apprentice for the State of California in
36 Lecture hours Grades and Plans the Operating Engineers Training Trust
36 Lab hours Apprenticeship Program
Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren- Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
OENG 014 tice in the Operating Engineers Trust appropriate placement; READ 022 or
Advanced Hydraulics/Pneumatics Apprenticeship Program appropriate placement; MATH 020 or
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or MATH 020C or appropriate placement
Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren- appropriate placement; READ 022 or This course is designed to meet the
tice in the Operating Engineers Trust appropriate placement; MATH 030 or needs of State Indentured Appren-
Apprenticeship Program MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- tices with the State of California who
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or ate placement are interested in the field of Operat-
appropriate placement; READ 022 or This course is designed to develop ing Engineers Inspectors. Topics
appropriate placement; MATH 030 or the ability to read grade plans, include industry safety, industry
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- establish lines and elevations from terminology, structural steel/weld-
ate placement previously established control points ing inspection testing, analytical
This course is designed to meet the defined in the grade plans and learn blueprint reading, field interpreta-
needs of State Indentured Appren- how to check grade plans. tion, and successful completion of
tices employed full-time in the oper- 2 Units the industry standard certification
ating engineer field. Topics covered 36 Lecture hours examination.
include: diagnosis, service and repair 36 Lab hours 4 Units
of hydraulic valves, motors, pumps 54 Lecture hours
and cylinders; diagnosis and repair of OENG 022 54 Lab hours
variable speed hydraulic drives; ser- Structural Masonry Inspection
vice and maintenance of pneumatic OENG 025
systems used on heavy equipment Prerequisite: State Indentured Appren- Prestressed Concrete Inspector
and heavy trucks. tice in the Operating Engineers Trust
2 Units Apprenticeship Program Prerequisite: Indentured Apprentice for
36 Lecture hours Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or the State of California in the Operating
36 Lab hours appropriate placement; READ 022 or Engineers Training Program
appropriate placement; MATH 020 or Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
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appropriate placement; READ 022 or ORTHOPEDIC ORTH 070
appropriate placement; MATH 020 or TECHNOLOGY Orthopedic Technician Practicum
MATH 020C or appropriate placement
This course is designed to meet the Division of Health Science & Prerequisite: ORTH 060
needs of State Indentured Appren- Nursing This course will provide the student
tices with the State of California who with entry-level abilities to func-
are interested in the field of Operat- ORTH 040 tion as an Orthopedic Technician.
ing Engineers Inspectors. Topics Introduction to Orthopedic Technology Students will participate in clinical
include safety, industry terminol- and hospital rotations consisting of
ogy, prestressed concrete inspection, Prerequisite: BIOL 125; ENGL 035 or instruction in back office skills to
blueprint reading, field interpreta- ENLA 100 or appropriate placement; include casting, splinting, application
tion, and successful completion of READ 043 or appropriate placement of soft goods, wound care manage-
the industry standard certification This course will provide students ment, client communication, sterile
examination. with an introduction to the roles, technique, operating room etiquette,
4 Units professional responsibilities, code of gowning, gloving, and sterile back
54 Lecture hours ethics, and employment qualifica- table set-up for category 3 major
54 Lab hours tions of an Orthopedic Technician. procedures.
Instruction will also include the 4 Units
OENG 026 review of the musculoskeletal system 18 Lecture hours
Soils Testing and Inspection as it relates to the field of orthopedic 162 Lab bours
technology emphasizing locomotor,
Prerequisite: Must be an Indentured neuro­muscular and peripheral vascu- PHILOSOPHY
Apprentice in the Operating Engineers lar structures.
Training Trust Apprenticeship Program 4 Units Division of Behavioral &
in the classification of Special Inspection 72 Lecture hours Social Sciences
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
appropriate placement; READ 022 or ORTH 050 PHIL 101 (C-ID PHIL 100)
appropriate placement; MATH 020 or Orthopedic Technician Health Introduction to Philosophy
MATH 020C or appropriate placement Assessment
This course is designed to meet the Advisory: ENGL 101 or appropriate
needs of State Indentured Appren- Prerequisite: ORTH 040 placement; READ 043 or appropriate
tices with the State of California who This course will provide the student placement
are interested in the field of Operat- with entry-level abilities to function Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
ing Engineers Inspectors. Topics as an Orthopedic Technician. Stu- (*Students will receive credit for only one
include industry safety, industry dents will receive instruction in the of the following courses: PHIL 101 or
terminology, inspection testing proce- physical examination of the extremi- PHIL 101H)
dures, blueprint reading, field inter- ties, spine and pelvis. Instruction will This course introduces philosophi-
pretation, and successful completion include joint range of motion, specific cal ideas and methods concerning
of a certification class sponsored by muscle group testing and measuring knowledge, reality and values.
the American Concrete Institute and the locomotor system. Expected topics will include the
Nuclear Safety Course. 3 Units sources and limits of knowledge, and
4 Units 45 Lecture hours the nature of reality. Other topics that
54 Lecture hours 27 Lab hours may be examined from a philosophi-
54 Lab hours cal perspective include the nature of
ORTH 060 the self, truth, ethics, religion, science,
OENG 290 Orthopedic Technician Modalities language, beauty and art, political
Work Experience in Operating theory, or mind. This course is appro-
Engineers Union Apprenticeship Prerequisite: ORTH 050 priate for anyone seeking a broader
This course will provide the student program of philosophical study, or to
Prerequisite: State Indentured Operat- with entry-level abilities to func- fulfill general Humanities or Philoso-
ing Engineers Union Apprenticeship tion as an Orthopedic Technician phy major requirements.
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or in the private practice, hospital and 3 Units
appropriate placement; READ 043 or managed care facilities. Students 54 Lecture hours
appropriate placement will receive instruction in back office
Transfers to: CSU skills focusing on casting, splinting, PHIL 101H (C-ID PHIL 100)
This course provides students the application of soft goods, wound care Introduction to Philosophy Honors
opportunity to work in the Operating management, client communication
Engineers apprenticeship program and surgical assisting in major and Prerequisite: ENGL 101
for the purpose of developing specific minor orthopedic procedures. The Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
skills to meet the goals and objec- student will learn operating room placement
tives of the Operating Engineers Joint etiquette, gowning, gloving, sterile Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
Apprenticeship Council (J.A.C.). back table set up for categories 1, 2 (*Students will receive credit for only one
Students complete work experience and 3 orthopedic procedures. Instruc- of the following courses: PHIL 101 or
hours at approved training sites. tion will include seminars, demon- PHIL 101H)
Students may take up to 16 units total strations and physical examinations, This course introduces philosophi-
across all Work Experience course hands on casting and splinting cal ideas and methods concerning
offerings . Only one Work Experience applications, surgical gowning and knowledge, reality and values.
course may be taken per semester. gloving and assisting in major ortho- Expected topics will include the
1 to 4 Units pedic procedures. sources and limits of knowledge, and
3 Lecture hours 4 Units the nature of reality. Other topics that
75 to 225 Other 36 Lecture hours may be examined from a philosophi-
108 Lab hours cal perspective include the nature of
the self, truth, ethics, religion, science,
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cal theory, or mind. This course is MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- law, medicine, politics, social science
intended for those who meet Honors ate placement and related fields, and will expose
Program requirements. Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU them to some of the most profound
3 Units (*Students will receive credit for only one moral and ethical questions in the
54 Lecture hours of the following courses: PHIL 112 or Western philosophical tradition. We
PHIL 112H) will examine the concept of moral-
PHIL 110 This course introduces the formal ity and values, representative ethical
Critical Thinking methods and principles of deduc- theories, and may include their appli-
tive logic. Topics include transla- cations to moral problems.
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 tion between natural and formal 3 Units
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate language, syllogistic logic, and 54 Lecture hours
placement propositional logic. This course is
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU especially recommended for students PHIL 124 (C-ID PHIL 130)
(*Students will receive credit for only one of mathematics, business, computer History of Philosophy: Ancient
of the following courses: PHIL 110 or science, science, engineering, law,
PHIL 110H) and humanities. Advisory: ENGL 101; READ 043 or
This course is an introduction to the 3 Units appropriate placement
methods and techniques of informal 54 Lecture hours Transfers to: UC, CSU
reasoning. Topics include schema- This introductory level course is for
tizing and articulating arguments, PHIL 112H (C-ID PHIL 110) those interested specifically in the
causal arguments, analogical argu- Introduction to Logic Honors earliest stages of Ancient Western
ments, testimony arguments, infor- philosophy. We address the develop-
mal fallacies, and others. Emphasis Prerequisite: ENGL 101 ment of Greek philosophy from the
on the application of critical thinking Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate Pre-Socratics through Aristotle. We
for effective writing will be reflected placement; MATH 030 or MATH 030D may also include Hellenistic, Roman,
in the frequency, scope, and nature or MATH 033 or appropriate placement medieval or non-western thinkers.
of course writing assignments, which Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Beyond a study of the figures and key
will be evaluated with regard to both (*Students will receive credit for only one ideas, we will discuss the early view
content and form. Students should of the following courses: PHIL 112 or of philosophy as a “way of life,” and
expect to write approximately 8000 PHIL 112H) consider how these movements were
words in various writing assign- This course introduces the formal intended to transform the lives of
ments. This course is appropriate for methods and principles of deduc- those who followed them.
students seeking to improve their tive logic. Topics include translation 3 Units
writing and reasoning skills. between natural and formal lan- 54 Lecture hours
3 Units guage, syllogistic logic, and proposi-
54 Lecture hours tional logic. This course is especially PHIL 126 (C-ID PHIL 140)
recommended for students of History of Philosophy: Modern
PHIL 110H mathematics, business, computer sci-
Critical Thinking Honors ence, science, engineering, law, and Advisory: ENGL 101; READ 043 or
humanities. This course is intended appropriate placement
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 for those who meet Honors Program Transfers to: UC, CSU
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate requirements. This introductory level course is
placement 3 Units intended for all students interested in
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU 54 Lecture hours the Modern period of Western Phi-
(*Students will receive credit for only one losophy (16th through 18th Century).
of the following courses: PHIL 110 or PHIL 115 (C-ID PHIL 210) We emphasize broad epistemologi-
PHIL 110H) Symbolic Logic cal and metaphysical developments
This course is an introduction to the through close analysis of primary
methods and techniques of informal Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate texts. Philosophers to be studied will
reasoning. Topics include schema- placement; PHIL 101 or PHIL 101H; include Descartes and other Rational-
tizing and articulating arguments, PHIL 112 or PHIL 112H ists, Hume and other Empiricists, and
causal arguments, analogical argu- Transfers to: UC, CSU Kant.
ments, testimony arguments, infor- This course is intended for students 3 Units
mal fallacies, and others. Emphasis interested in symbolic methods of 54 Lecture hours
on the application of critical thinking deductive reasoning including philos-
for effective writing will be reflected ophy and mathematics majors. Stu- PHIL 128 (same as POLS 128)
in the frequency, scope, and nature dents taking this course will develop (C-ID POLS 120)
of course writing assignments, which an understanding of both sentential Introduction to Political Philosophy
will be evaluated with regard to both logic and predicate logic. Students
content and form. Students should will also learn to translate ordinary Advisory: ENGL 101; READ 043 or
expect to write approximately 8000 language sentences and arguments appropriate placement
words in various writing assign- into symbolic form and evaluate sym- Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
ments. This course is appropriate for bolized arguments for validity using (*Students will receive credit for only one
students seeking to improve their truth-tables and natural deduction of the following courses: PHIL 128 or
writing and reasoning skills. This techniques. PHIL 128H)
course is intended for those who meet 3 Units This course is for students interested
Honors Program Requirements. 54 Lecture hours in the relationship between politi-
3 Units cal systems and philosophy, and is
54 Lecture hours PHIL 120 (C-ID PHIL 120) especially relevant for students inter-
Introduction to Ethics ested in political science, philosophy,
PHIL 112 (C-ID PHIL 110) and law. The course introduces the
Introduction to Logic Advisory: ENGL 101; READ 043 or history and development of political
appropriate placement thought, and considers the justifica-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Transfers to: UC, CSU tion of the state, interpretations of
appropriate placement; READ 043 or This introductory level course is for justice, systems of government, con-
appropriate placement; MATH 030 or students interested in the humanities, ceptions of rights and distributions

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of goods, and justification for civil may include a consideration of the terrorism, public policy, the death
disobedience, among other topics. evolution-creationism debate, and a penalty, and issues in science and
3 Units discussion of religious pluralism. technology.
54 Lecture hours 3 Units 3 Units
54 Lecture hours 54 Lecture hours
PHIL 128H (same as POLS 128H)
(C-ID POLS 120) PHIL 299 PHOTOGRAPHY
Introduction to Political Philosophy Directed Study: Philosophy
Honors Division of Arts &
Transfers to: CSU Cultural Programs
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 Independent Study/Directed Study
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate is intended for students who have PHTO 110
placement the ability to assume responsibil- Introduction to Digital Photography
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU ity for independent work and to (Formerly PHTO 185)
(*Students will receive credit for only one prepare written or oral reports and/
of the following courses: PHIL 128 or or appropriate projects. To enroll in Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
PHIL 128H) an independent study/directed study appropriate placement; READ 043 or
This course is for students interested course, students must possess a 2.5 appropriate placement
in the relationship between politi- overall grade point average and a 3.0 Transfers to: UC, CSU
cal systems and philosophy, and is grade point average in the discipline This course is an introduction to
especially relevant for students inter- of study being requested, or receive digital photography as a creative art,
ested in political science, philosophy, an exception from the instructor. emphasizing photography as a means
and law. The course introduces the Independent Studies/Directed Studies of communication and personal
history and development of political may be developed from any topic expression. Topics include the theory
thought, and considers the justifica- arising from or related to a course of of aesthetics, cultural significance,
tion of the state, interpretations of study that will result in developing historical progression, elements of
justice, systems of government, con- depth and breadth in that subject composition, visual literacy, and tech-
ceptions of rights and distributions area. Students will be expected to nical elements of photography; criti-
of goods, and justification for civil meet on a regular basis with their fac- cal evaluation of student work is also
disobedience, among other topics. ulty sponsor and submit a final report a course component. Students are
This course is designed for students or project, and student progress shall introduced to DSLR camera opera-
who meet Honors Program require- be evaluated at regular intervals. tion and digital imaging techniques,
ments. Academic standards for Independent and required to supply their own
3 Units Studies/Directed Studies shall be the digital camera. The course is suitable
54 Lecture hours same as those for other courses. Units for students pursuing an Associate
are awarded in accordance to Title of Science Degree in Photography as
PHIL 135 (Same as EGSS 135) 5 regulations with one unit of credit well as non-majors.
Philosophy of Social Justice awarded for 54 hours of Directed 3 Units
Studies, six (6) hours of which must 36 Lecture hours
Advisory: ENGL 101; READ 043 or be with an instructor. The instructor 72 Lab hours
appropriate placement is responsible for monitoring student
Transfers to: UC, CSU progress through the semester. PHTO 111 (Formerly PHTO 292)
This introductory course explores the Students may take directed study Intermediate Digital Photography
philosophical aspects of a variety of courses for a maximum of three (3)
issues of contemporary interest, with units within a discipline, and may not Prerequisite: PHTO 110
an emphasis on social justice. Stu- accumulate more than a total of nine Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
dents learn both theoretical founda- (9) units college wide. appropriate placement; READ 043 or
tions as well as practical applications. 1 to 3 Units appropriate placement
The course is intended for students 54 to 162 Lab hours Transfers to: UC, CSU
interested in applying philosophical This course is designed for students
methods to contemporary topics or PHIL 325 who have successfully completed
the concept of social justice, Pathway Applied and Professional Ethics PHTO 110 and have a working
to Law (pre-law) students, and for knowledge of basic camera control
majors in philosophy, political sci- Prerequisite: ENGL 201 or ENGL 201H, and photographic composition. It
ence, social justice, or ethnic, gender, and PHIL 101 or PHIL 101H or PHIL will cover use of digital cameras,
and sexuality studies. 110 or PHIL 110H or PHIL 120 metadata, workflow organization,
3 Units This upper division general educa- global and local image editing and
54 Lecture hours tion course is designed for students manipulation, color theory, and
pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree basic lighting techniques using flash
PHIL 140 in Automotive Technology but it is and strobe. Emphasis will be placed
Philosophy of Religion also open to all students who have on using photography as a means
successfully completed the prereq- of communication and personal
Advisory: ENGL 101; READ 043 or uisites. This course is intended for expression. Students are required to
appropriate placement students who seek a greater under- supply their own DSLR or mirrorless
Transfers to: UC, CSU standing of the relationship between cameras capable of shooting in RAW
This introductory level course is ethics and human living. This course file format.
intended for all students seeking a will expose them to the moral and 3 Units
thoughtful exploration of religious ethical views in the Western philo- 36 Lecture hours
issues in a non-sectarian context, sophical tradition. Students will 72 Lab hours
or as part of a broader program of then apply these views to various
philosophical study. We will address contemporary issues. Expected topics
Western religion from a philosophi- include: business ethics, euthanasia,
cal perspective, including arguments
for and against the existence of God,
and an investigation into the status
of religious beliefs. Additional topics

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PHTO 130 media whose work requires the use PHYSICS
Beginning Photography of light to convey meaning, define a
(Formerly PHTO 190) subject, or tell a story. Division of Mathematics,
3 Units Sciences, and Engineering
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 36 Lecture Hours
appropriate placement; READ 043 or 72 Lab Hours PHY 120
appropriate placement; ART 120 Physics for Everyday Use
Transfers to: UC, CSU PHTO 230
This course is designed for students Medium and Large Format Photography Prerequisite: MATH 050 or MATH
who wish to study the basic techni- (Formerly PHTO 290) 050D or MATH 053 or appropriate
cal and conceptual approaches to placement
contemporary photography. Tradi- Prerequisite: PHTO 110, PHTO 130 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
tional black-and-white photography Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100, appropriate placement; READ 043 or
techniques are explored, with special READ 043 or appropriate placement appropriate placement
emphasis on the basic use of the 35 Transfers to: UC, CSU Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
mm camera and enlarger, as well as This course is for students who have (*Students will receive no credit for PHY
the processing of black-and-white completed beginning analog and dig- 120 if taken after PHY 150 or PHY 211)
film and printing paper. Students are ital photography courses successfully This course investigates the basic
required to provide their own 35 mm and seek to study more advanced characteristics of matter and the
camera with manual controls. technical and conceptual approaches interactions that govern its behavior
3 Units to photography using medium and and emphasizes how remarkable
36 Lecture hours large format cameras. The course is everyday phenomena are. Examples
72 Lab hours designed as a hybrid course that com- from popular culture (movies, TV,
bines analog and digital techniques and sports) are emphasized. Topics
PHTO 131 (Formerly PHTO 191) into one workflow. Special emphasis include how to describe an object’s
Intermediate Photography is given to the understanding and motion, how to explain changes in an
analysis of photographic imagery and object’s motion, the roles of work and
Prerequisite: PHTO 130 portfolio development. energy, and other topics. The course
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate 3 Units is oriented to the non- science major,
placement 36 Lecture hours stresses conceptual understanding,
Transfers to: UC, CSU 72 Lab hours and is intended to present students
This course is designed for students with an opportunity to see how our
who have successfully completed PHTO 299 world works.
Beginning Photography and want to Directed Study: Photography 4 Units
study more advanced technical and 54 Lecture hours
conceptual approaches to contempo- Prerequisite: PHTO 130, PHTO 110 54 Lab hours
rary black and white photography in Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
a 35 mm film-based, wet lab environ- appropriate placement; READ 043 or PHY 150 (C-ID PHYS 100S, PHYS 105)
ment. Techniques such as the use of appropriate placement General Physics I
studio lighting, light meters, toners, Transfers to: CSU
hand coloring, and solarization are This course provides an opportunity Prerequisite: MATH 175 or appropriate
explored, with special emphasis for photography students to pre- placement
given to understanding the concep- pare and develop a portfolio project Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
tual framework for the production centered on a conceptual, technical, appropriate placement; READ 043 or
and analysis of both personal and or visual theme. The theme of the appropriate placement
commercial photographic imagery. portfolio project will be arranged by Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
Students are required to provide their agreement between the instructor and (*Students will receive credit for one
own 35 mm camera with manual students, who must submit a pro- physics series: PHY 150 and PHY 160 or
controls. posal to the instructor as part of this PHY 211, PHY 212, and PHY 213)
3 Units agreement. Students are required to This course is the first of a two-
36 Lecture hours contract with the instructor to deter- semester, trigonometry-based physics
72 Lab hours mine the scope of the assignment and sequence and is designed for students
the unit value assigned for successful transferring to a four-year institu-
PHTO 140 completion, and the instructor will tion and planning careers in health
Introduction to Lighting monitor students’ progress regularly professional fields such as medicine,
throughout the semester. Students dentistry, veterinary science, phar-
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate must possess a 2.5 overall GPA and macy, and optometry as well as those
placement, ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or a 3.0 GPA in the discipline of study students in engineering technology
appropriate placement, PHTO 110 or being requested, or receive an excep- and architecture. Topics include
TV 135 tion from the instructor. Students kinematics, dynamics, energy, work,
Transfers to: CSU may take directed study courses for momentum, conservation principles,
In this course students use cameras a maximum of three (3) units within rotational motion, simple harmonic
to explore the creative use of light, a discipline, and may not accumulate motion, fluids, and thermodynamics.
and to produce works that apply to more than a total of nine (9) units Students majoring in the biological
basic lighting principles with natural, college wide. sciences should consult a counselor
continuous, or strobe light sources. 1 to 3 Units as to whether this course satisfies the
Topics include an introduction to 54 to 162 Lab hours general preparation requirements for
lighting vocabulary, design, and their major at their intended transfer
exposure control, and light modifiers university.
are covered through concept-driven 4 Units
assignments. Relevant examples of 54 Lecture hours
lighting from historic and contem- 54 Lab hours
porary photography as well as the
cinematic arts are presented through-
out. This course is intended for all
students working with camera-based

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PHY 160 (C-ID PHYS 100S, PHYS 110) PHY 213 (C-ID PHYS 200S, PHYS 210) POLICE ACADEMY
General Physics II Physics for Scientists and Engineers - III
Division of Public Safety
Prerequisite: PHY 150 Prerequisite: PHY 211 and MATH 191
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or PAC 020
(*Students will receive credit for one appropriate placement; READ 043 or Physical Fitness
physics series: PHY 150 and PHY 160 or appropriate placement ; MATH 250
PHY 211, PHY 212, and PHY 213) Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
This course is the second of a two- (*Students will receive credit for one appropriate placement; READ 043 or
semester, trigonometry-based physics physics series: PHY 150 and PHY 160 or appropriate placement; PAC 040
sequence and is designed for students PHY 211, PHY 212, and PHY 213) This course is designed to keep peace
transferring to a four-year institution This course is the third of a three- officers informed of physical fitness
with majors in health professional semester sequence and is designed techniques, current Federal and State
fields such as medicine, dentistry, for students transferring to a four- laws and recent requirements which
veterinary science, pharmacy, and year institution with majors in the affect current law enforcement pro-
optometry as well as those students sciences and engineering. Topics cedures. Physical Fitness for officer
in engineering technology and covered are electric fields, electric development presents new concepts
architecture. Topics include elec- potential, current, circuits, magnetic in law enforcement procedures.
tricity and magnetism, oscillations, fields, Gauss’ law, Ampere’s law, The curriculum follows that recom-
waves, optics, and modern physics. Maxwell’s equations, induction, and mended as refresher training by the
Students majoring in the biological electromagnetic waves. California Commission on Peace
sciences should consult a counselor 4 Units Officer Standards and Training.
as to whether this course satisfies the 54 Lecture hours 0.037 to 0.741 Units
general preparation requirements for 54 Lab hours 2 to 40 Lab hours
their major at their intended transfer
university. PHY 220 PAC 021
4 Units Unmanned Rocket Science Firearms
54 Lecture hours
54 Lab hours Prerequisite : PHY 211 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or
PHY 211 (C-ID PHYS 200S, PHYS 205) appropriate placement; READ 043 or appropriate placement; PAC 040
Physics for Scientists and Engineers - I appropriate placement This course is designed to keep peace
Transfers to: UC, CSU officers informed of new firearms
Prerequisite: MATH 190 or MATH This course introduces students to techniques and equipment, current
190H the creation and implementation of Federal and State laws and recent
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or payloads and unmanned flight vehi- requirements which affect current
appropriate placement; READ 043 or cles. The payloads and unmanned law enforcement procedures. Fire-
appropriate placement vehicles such as rockets, balloons and arms for Officer Development present
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) new concepts in law enforcement
(*Students will receive credit for one collect inflight atmospheric data that procedures. The curriculum follows
physics series: PHY 150 and PHY 160 or are later analyzed and presented. that recommended as refresher train-
PHY 211, PHY 212, and PHY 213) 3 Units ing by California Commission on
This course is the first of a three- 36 Lecture hours Peace Officer Standards and Training.
semester sequence and is designed 54 Lab hours 0.037 to 0.741 Units
for students transferring to a four- 2 to 40 Lab hours
year institution with majors in the PHY 299
sciences and engineering. Topics Directed Study in Physics PAC 022
covered are kinematics, dynamics, First Aid/CPR
energy, work, momentum, and con- Advisory: PHY 211 or 212 or 213
servation principles. Transfers to: CSU Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
4 Units The course provides an opportunity appropriate placement; READ 043 or
54 Lecture hours for the student to expand their stud- appropriate placement; PAC 040
54 Lab hours ies in Physics beyond the classroom This course is designed to keep peace
by completing a project or an assign- officers informed of new first aid and
PHY 212 (C-ID PHYS 200S, PHYS 215) ment arranged by agreement between CPR techniques, current Federal and
Physics for Scientists and Engineers - II the student and instructor. The State laws and recent requirements
student is required to contract with which affect current law enforcement
Prerequisite: PHY 211 and MATH 191 the instructor to determine the scope procedures. First Aid/CPR for officer
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or of the assignment and the unit value development presents new concepts
appropriate placement; READ 043 or assigned for successful completion. in law enforcement procedures.
appropriate placement Students must possess a 2.5 overall The curriculum follows that recom-
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU GPA and a 3.0 GPA in the discipline mended as refresher training by the
(*Students will receive credit for one of study being requested, or receive California Commission on Peace
physics series: PHY 150 and 160 or PHY an exception from the instructor. Stu- Officer Standards and Training.
211, PHY 212, and PHY 213) dents may take a maximum of 3 units 0.148 to 2.962 Units
This course is the second of a three- of directed study within a discipline 2 to 40 Lecture hours
semester sequence and is designed and 9 units college wide. 2 to 40 Lab hours
for students transferring to a four- 1 to 3 Units
year institution with majors in the 54 to 162 Lab hours PAC 023
sciences and engineering. Topics Field Training Officer Course
covered include quantum physics,
physical optics, and thermodynamics. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
4 Units appropriate placement; READ 043 or
54 Lecture hours appropriate placement; PAC 040
54 Lab hours

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This course is designed to teach to satisfy state requirements for the This course is designed to explain
a Police Officer how to train new PC 832 Firearms course which covers and apply the elements of supervi-
recruits. This course includes training firearms safety, care, cleaning, shoot- sion oriented to law enforcement
principles, civil liability, ethics and ing and qualification. This course can personnel. Methods of effective
integrity, performance goals, prin- be taken alone or in combination with leadership, motivation, communica-
ciples of instruction, and role model. PAC 4376, PC 832 Arrest and/or PAC tion and techniques of training are
0.148 to 2.962 Units 4378, PC 832 Communications/Arrest presented. This course is certified
2 to 40 Lecture hours to satisfy varying agency require- by the Commission on Peace Officer
2 to 40 Lab hours ments. Standards and Training (POST).
0.148 to 2.962 Units 4.5 Units
PAC 024 2 to 40 Lecture hours 81 Lecture Hours
Weapons, Semi-Automatic Handguns 2 to 40 Lab hours
PAC 043
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or PAC 027 Advanced Officers Course
appropriate placement; READ 043 or PC 832 Communications and Arrest
appropriate placement; PAC 040 Methods Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
This course is designed for personnel appropriate placement; PAC 040 or PAC
who are concerned with semiauto- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 075B,075C, 075D
matic pistols as a police service side appropriate placement; READ 043 or This course is designed for upgrading
arm. Overall course will encompass appropriate placement; PAC 025 currently employed law enforcement
Colt .45 semiautomatic, Smith and This course is designed to provide the personnel. The curriculum follows
Wesson models M7P 9, M&P 9L, student employed or seeking employ- that recommended by the Commis-
M&P 40L and M&P 45, Glock Models: ment in public agencies and currently sion of Peace Officer Standards and
17, 21, 22, 34, and 35, Springfield have a working knowledge of the Training. The course is designed
Armory XD, or XDM, Beretta Models law enforcement functions with the to keep peace officers informed of
92F and FS, Browning Hi-Power 9 skills and information necessary to new laws, recent court decisions,
millimeters, plus other uniform and satisfy state requirements for the current enforcement procedures,
off-duty semiautomatic pistols. PC 832 Communications and Arrest new concepts in law enforcement,
0.148 to 2.962 Units Techniques course which covers technology, community relations and
2 to 40 Lecture hours community relations, communica- other refresher training as may be
2 to 40 Lab hours tions, report writing, arrest control necessary.
and personal searches. This course 0.148 to 2.962 Units
PAC 025 can be taken alone or in combination 2 to 40 Lecture hours
PC 832 Arrest with PAC 4376, PC 832 Arrest and/ 2 to 40 Lab hours
or PAC 4377, PC 832 Firearms to
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or satisfy varying agency requirements. PAC 071
appropriate placement; READ 043 or The curriculum follows that recom- Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course
appropriate placement; PAC 040 mended as refresher training by the
This course is designed to provide California Commission on Peace Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
the student, employed or seeking Officer Standards and Training. appropriate placement; READ 043 or
employment in public agencies, with 0.148 to 2.962 Units appropriate placement; PAC 040
the skills and information neces- 2 to 40 Lecture hours This course meets the POST (Cali-
sary to satisfy the state requirements 2 to 40 Lab hours fornia Commission on Peace Officer
for the PC 832 Arrest course which Standards Training) requirements for
covers the California justice system, PAC 040 the position of public safety dis-
professional behavior, law, evidence Basic Police Recruit Class patcher. The content of this course is
and discretionary decision making. a combination of the following topics:
This course can be taken alone or in Prerequisite: Medical clearance, Cali- Professional Orientation, Criminal
combination with PAC 4377, PC 832 fornia Department of Justice clearance Justice System, Law, Communication
Firearms and/or PAC 4378, PC 832 for firearms training, passing scores on Technology, Telephone Procedures,
Communications and Arrest Methods POST written and physical tests (agency Radio Procedures, Missing Persons,
to satisfy varying agency require- sponsored cadets are exempt) Domestic Violence, Referral Services,
ments. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Cultural Diversity, Sexual Harass-
0.148 to 2.962 Units appropriate placement; READ 043 or ment, Hate Crimes, Gang Aware-
2 to 40 Lecture hours appropriate placement ness, Stress Management, Critical
2 to 40 Lab hours This is a fundamental course that Incidents, Telecommunications and
covers criminal law, evidence, pro- Practical Application Activities.
PAC 026 cedure and investigation, firearms, 6 Units
PC 832 Firearms first aid, defense tactics, use of 102 Lecture hours
chemical agents, and other police- 18 Lab hours
Prerequisite: PAC 025; Pursuant to related subjects. This course meets
Section 13511.5 of the California Penal the educational requirement for basic PAC 075B
Code, each student who is not sponsored certification by the Commission on Basic Course-Module III (Ext)
by a local or other law enforcement Peace Officer Standards and Training
agency, must submit written certifica- (POST). Prerequisite: Medical clearance, Cali-
tion from the California Department of 46 Units fornia Department of Justice clearance
Justice certifying no criminal history 774 Lecture hours for firearms training, passing scores on
background which would disqualify the 162 Lab hours POST written and physical tests (agency
student pursuant to Section 12021.1 P.C. sponsored cadets are exempt).
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or PAC 042 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
appropriate placement; READ 043 or Police Supervision appropriate placement; READ 043 or
appropriate placement appropriate placement
This course is designed to provide Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This course is designed for those
the student employed or seeking appropriate placement; READ 043 or interested in becoming a Level III
employment in public agencies with appropriate placement; PAC 040 or PAC Reserve officer. This course covers
the skills and information necessary 075B, 075C, 075D criminal law, evidence, investiga-

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tions, firearms, arrest and control, Peace Officer Standards and Training vehicle operations, report writing,
vehicle operations, report writing, requirements. first aid/CPR, cultural diversity, and
first aid/CPR, cultural diversity, and 21.5 Units other related police topics. It is the
other related police topics. It is the 297 Lecture hours level of training which satisfies the
level of training which satisfies the 270 Lab hours legal requirements for a Post Certi-
legal requirements for a Level III fied Police Officer.
Reserve officer. PAC 075E 21.5 Units
7 Units Basic Academy Intensive Modular III 297 Lecture hours
99 Lecture hours 270 Lab hours
81 Lab hours Prerequisite: Medical clearance, Cali-
fornia Department of Justice clearance PAC 078
PAC 075C for firearms training, passing scores on Requalification - Basic Course
Basic Course - Module II (Ext) POST written and physical tests (agency
sponsored cadets are exempt). Prerequisite: PAC 040 or successful
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or completion of a California POST Basic
PAC 075B or POST Module III, current appropriate placement; READ 043 or Police Academy; A California Depart-
(within last 3 years) in PC 832 Arrest appropriate placement ment of Justice clearance for firearms
and Firearms training requirements, This course is designed for those training
passage of the POST-constructed Com- interested in becoming a Level III Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
prehensive Module III End-of- Course Reserve officer. This course covers appropriate placement; READ 043 or
Proficiency Test within the preceding 12 criminal law, evidence, investiga- appropriate placement
months, medical clearance, Department tions, firearms, arrest and control, This course is for students who
of Justice clearance for firearms training vehicle operations, report writing, have completed basic police recruit
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or first aid/CPR, cultural diversity, and academy training but have not been
appropriate placement; READ 043 or other related police topics. It is the active in the law enforcement field
appropriate placement level of training which satisfies the for at least three years. The course
This course is designed for those legal requirements for a Level III provides a review of the skills and
interested in becoming a Level II Reserve officer. knowledge needed to return to active
Reserve officer. This course covers 7 Units law enforcement duty. The topics
criminal law, evidence, investiga- 99 Lecture hours covered include human relations,
tions, firearms, arrest and control, 81 Lab hours legal changes and a review of current
community relations, report writing, legal issues, conducting a preliminary
cultural diversity, and other related PAC 075F investigation, field tactics, the use
police topics. It is training which Basic Academy Intensive Modular II of force and weaponry, and racial
satisfies the legal requirements for profiling.
a Level II Reserve officer and can be Prerequisite: Medical Clearance, Cali- 6 Units
used as a prerequisite for the PAC fornia Department of Justice clearance 90 Lecture hours
075D Module I course. for firearms training, passing scores on 54 Lab hours
8.5 Units POST written and physical tests (agency
117 Lecture hours sponsored cadets are exempt) and PAC PAC 083
108 Lab hours 075E Pre-Academy Physical Fitness
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
PAC 075D appropriate placement; READ 043 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Basic Course-Module I (Ext) appropriate placement appropriate placement; READ 022 or
This course is designed for those appropriate placement
Prerequisite: Successful completion of interested in becoming a Level II This course is designed to help
PAC 075B and PAC 075C or POST Reserve officer. This course covers prospective police cadets improve
Modules III and II, current (within last criminal law, evidence, investiga- their physical performance and
3 years) in PC 832 Arrest and Firearms tions, firearms, arrest and control, keep informed of physical fitness
training requirements, passage of the vehicle operations, report writing, techniques prior to entering the Río
POST-constructed Comprehensive first aid/CPR, cultural diversity, Hondo Police Academy. The curricu-
Module II End-of-Course Proficiency and other related police topics. It is lum is geared toward and utilized by
Test within the preceding 12 months, the level of training which satisfies the California Commission on Peace
medical clearance, Department of Justice the legal requirements for a Level II Officer Standards and Training.
clearance for firearms training Reserve officer. 0.148 to 2.962 Units
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 8.5 Units 2 to 40 Lecture hours
appropriate placement; READ 043 or 117 Lecture hours 2 to 40 Lab hours
appropriate placement 108 Lab hours
This course is designed for those POLITICAL SCIENCE
interested in becoming a Level I PAC 075G
Reserve officer or a regular peace Basic Academy Intensive Modular I Division of Behavioral &
officer. This course covers criminal Social Sciences
law, evidence, investigations, fire- Prerequisite: Medical Clearance, Cali-
arms, arrest and control, emergency fornia Department of Justice clearance POLS 110 (C-ID POLS 110)
vehicle operation, and other related for firearms training, Passing scores on Government of the United States
police topics. It is the final level of POST written and physical tests (agency
training which constitutes satisfac- sponsored cadets are exempt) and PAC Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
tion of the Regular Basic Course 075F appropriate placement; READ 043 or
training requirement and the legal Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate placement
requirements for a Level I Reserve appropriate placement; READ 043 or Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
officer and a regular police officer appropriate placement (*Students will receive credit for only one
in accordance with Commission on This course is designed for those of the following courses: POLS 110 or
interested in becoming a Post Certi- POLS 110H)
fied Police Officer. This course covers
criminal law, evidence, investiga-
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This course surveys and analyzes the POLS 120 history and development of political
origins, principles, institutions, poli- California State and Local Governments thought, and considers the justifica-
cies, and politics of U.S. National and tion of the state, interpretations of
California State Governments, includ- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or justice, systems of government, con-
ing their constitutions. Emphasis is appropriate placement; READ 043 or ceptions of rights and distributions
placed on the rights and responsibili- appropriate placement of goods, and justification for civil
ties of citizens, and an understanding Transfers to: UC, CSU disobedience, among other topics.
of the political processes and issues This course stresses the study of 3 Units
involved in the workings of govern- California state and local government 54 Lecture hours
ment. This course fulfills the Ameri- (counties, cities, and special dis-
can Institutions requirement for the tricts) and California party politics, POLS 128H (C-ID POLS 120)
Associate Degree. It also is suitable including the study of the California (same as PHIL 128H)
for students wishing to expand their constitution, intergovernmental Introduction to Political Philosophy
knowledge of local, state and national relations, regional governments, and Honors
governments. urban politics and problems. This
3 Units course is designed to make available Prerequisite: ENGL 101
54 Lecture hours to students the concepts, information, Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
and skills which will enable them to placement
POLS 110H (C-ID POLS 110) better understand the political and Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
Government of the United States governmental systems in which Cali- (*Students will receive credit for only one
Honors fornians function. of the following courses: POLS 128 or
3 Units POLS 128H)
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 54 Lecture hours This course is for students interested
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate in the relationship between politi-
placement POLS 125 cal systems and philosophy, and is
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Law and Democracy especially relevant for students inter-
(*Students will receive credit for only one ested in political science, philosophy,
of the following courses: POLS 110 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or and law. The course introduces the
POLS 110H) appropriate placement; READ 043 or history and development of political
This course surveys and analyzes the appropriate placement thought, and considers the justifica-
origins, principles, institutions, poli- Transfers to: UC, CSU tion of the state, interpretations of
cies, and politics of U.S. National and This course provides an examination justice, systems of government, con-
California State Governments, includ- and analysis of practical law as it ceptions of rights and distributions
ing their constitutions. Emphasis is affects people in daily life as citi- of goods, and justification for civil
placed on the rights and responsibili- zens in a democracy. It assists in the disobedience, among other topics.
ties of citizens, and an understanding development of skills to successfully This course is designed for students
of the political processes and issues navigate legal systems and in under- who meet Honors Program require-
involved in the workings of govern- standing democratic political values. ments.
ment. This course fulfills the Ameri- Emphasis is placed on constitutional 3 Units
can Institutions requirement for the rights and civil liberties, police 54 Lecture hours
Associate Degree. It also is suitable encounters and criminal law, local
for students wishing to expand their government and advocacy, small POLS 130 (C-ID POLS 130)
knowledge of local, state and national claims and traffic courts, landlord/ Comparative Government
governments. This course is intended tenant relations, family law, con-
for students eligible for the Honors sumer rights, contracts, employment Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Program. and immigration. Further emphasis appropriate placement; READ 043 or
3 Units is placed on application, critical appropriate placement
54 Lecture hours thinking and problem solving in Transfers to: UC, CSU
common legal situations. This course This course examines the politi-
POLS 115 is designed for any student wishing cal systems of selected industrial
Women in U.S. Politics to learn more about the law and its democracies, dictatorships, and
interaction with democratic govern- governments of the developing
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or ment and those students wishing to world. Emphasis is placed on the
appropriate placement; READ 043 or attend law school. It is also a require- institutional development and politi-
appropriate placement ment for any student seeking to cal processes and cultures within
Transfers to: CSU participate in the Community College these countries. This course features
This course examines the status and Pathway to Law School Initiative. an examination of current political
role of women in American politics 3 Units problems and a comparison of such
and their participation in the electoral 54 Lecture hours differing ideologies as Marxism,
process as voters, activists, candi- democracy, theocracy, and totalitari-
dates, and elected officeholders. POLS 128 (C-ID POLS 120) anism. This course is intended for the
Topics of discussion include theo- (same as PHIL 128) student interested in the study of for-
retical frameworks and approaches Introduction to Political Philosophy eign governments and for those who
to studying women in American wish to major in political science.
politics; the intersection of gender, Advisory: ENGL 101; READ 043 or 3 Units
race, and ethnicity in U.S. politics; appropriate placement 54 Lecture hours
the gender gap in elections and Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
public opinion; gender stereotypes in (*Students will receive credit for only one POLS 135 (same as ECON 135)
American elections; women’s under- of the following courses: POLS 128 or International Political Economy
representation in U.S. politics; and POLS 128H)
women in political institutions. This course is for students interested Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
3 Units in the relationship between politi- appropriate placement; READ 043 or
54 Lecture hours cal systems and philosophy, and is appropriate placement
especially relevant for students inter- Transfers to: UC, CSU
ested in political science, philosophy, This is an introductory course
and law. The course introduces the designed for students interested

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in economics and political science, POLS 299 sensation and perception, lifespan
as well as anyone interested in the Directed Study: Political Science development, learning, memory,
global interconnectedness of the motivation and emotion, cognition,
world economy. The course focuses Transfers to: CSU personality, psychopathology and
on the relations between the politi- Independent Study/Directed Study social psychology.
cal and economic systems within the is intended for students who have 3 Units
global economy. The course covers the ability to assume responsibil- 54 Lecture hours
the impact of political decisions on ity for independent work and to
world economies and international prepare written or oral reports and/ PSY 101H (C-ID PSY 110)
organizations. Further emphasis is or appropriate projects. To enroll in Introductory Psychology Honors
placed on a comparison-contrast of an independent study/directed study
various national economies. Geo- course, students must possess a 2.5 Prerequisite: ENGL 101
graphic areas of concern include overall grade point average and a 3.0 Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
Africa, Europe, the Pacific Rim, the grade point average in the discipline placement
Middle East, Latin America, Russia, of study being requested, or receive Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
China, and the United States. The an exception from the instructor. (*Students will receive credit for only one
course is cross-listed as Economics Independent Studies/Directed Studies of the following courses: PSY 101 or PSY
135 and Political Science 135. Credit is may be developed from any topic 101H)
given in either area, not both. arising from or related to a course of This course is designed as a general
3 Units study that will result in developing introduction to psychology for psy-
54 Lecture hours depth and breadth in that subject chology majors, those with an interest
area. Students will be expected to in psychology, or anyone with a
POLS 140 (C-ID POLS 140) meet on a regular basis with their fac- desire to further their understanding
International Relations ulty sponsor and submit a final report of human behavior. It provides an
or project, and student progress shall overview of the field of psychology,
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or be evaluated at regular intervals. introducing students to the research
appropriate placement; READ 043 or Academic standards for Independent methods used to advance the science
appropriate placement Studies/Directed Studies shall be the of psychology and the various areas
Transfers to: UC, CSU same as those for other courses. Units that comprise this diverse discipline.
This course examines the structure are awarded in accordance to Title Research and theories are presented,
and operation of the international 5 regulations with one unit of credit discussed, and evaluated. Topics cov-
system. Emphasis is placed on the awarded for 54 hours of Directed ered include biological psychology,
nature and sources of conflict and Studies, six (6) hours of which must sensation and perception, lifespan
cooperation, issues of war and peace be with an instructor. The instructor development, learning, memory,
among states in the international is responsible for monitoring student motivation and emotion, cognition,
system, and international economic progress through the semester. personality, psychopathology and
development. The impact of nation- Students may take directed study social psychology. This course is
states, international organizations, courses for a maximum of three (3) intended for those who meet Honors
and non-governmental actors are all units within a discipline, and may not Program requirements.
examined. This course is suitable for accumulate more than a total of nine 3 Units
students who wish to expand their (9) units college wide. 54 Lecture hours
knowledge of international politics 1 to 3 Units
and for those who wish to major in 54 to 162 Lab hours PSY 112 (C-ID PSY 180)
political science or international rela- Lifespan Development
tions. PSYCHOLOGY
3 Units Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
54 Lecture hours Division of Behavioral & appropriate placement; READ 043 or
Social Sciences appropriate placement
POLS 150 Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
Chicana/o/x Politics PSY 101 (C-ID PSY 110) (*Students will receive credit for only
(Same as CHST 150) Introductory Psychology one of the following courses: PSY 112 or
CD 106)
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This course provides an overview of
appropriate placement; READ 043 appro- appropriate placement; READ 043 or human psychological development
priate placement appropriate placement across the lifespan. The physical, cog-
Transfers to: UC, CSU Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU nitive, social, and emotional changes
This course examines United States (*Students will receive credit for only one that occur from the prenatal period
history and political issues relevant of the following courses: PSY 101 or PSY through old age are addressed. In
to the Chicana/o/x and Latina/o/x 101H) addition, current research findings
communities. The course provides an This course is designed as a general and their applicability to ongo-
overview of demographic changes in introduction to psychology for psy- ing developmental problems are
the U.S. and examines political activ- chology majors, those with an interest explored. This course is appropriate
ism and political leadership. Students in psychology, or anyone with a for the student seeking to develop a
interested in this course may include desire to further their understanding better understanding of the devel-
individuals with familial or per- of human behavior. It provides an opment gains and losses that occur
sonal connections to the Chicana/o/x overview of the field of psychology, throughout our lives.
(Mexican-American) community and/ introducing students to the research 3 Units
or those intending to work in envi- methods used to advance the science 54 Lecture hours
ronments with high concentrations of of psychology and the various areas
this population. that comprise this diverse discipline. PSY 114 (C-ID PSY 120)
3 Units Research and theories are presented, Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
54 Lecture hours discussed, and evaluated. Topics cov-
ered include biological psychology, Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
appropriate placement; READ 043 or
appropriate placement
Transfers to: UC, CSU

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This course provides an introduction Transfers to: UC, CSU Students should see a counselor to
to the study of abnormal behavior This course details the background determine which pathway will work
for psychology majors, those with and research that led to the identifica- best for them.
an interest in abnormal psychology, tion of the different types of learning 4 Units
or anyone with a desire to further and memory. Students will explore 72 Lecture hours
their understanding of abnormality. topics in the field of learning and
The classification, assessment and memory including but not limited to PSY 200 (C-ID PSY 200)
treatment of psychological disorders classical conditioning, operant con- Research Methods in Psychology
will be explored. Students will not ditioning, instrumental conditioning,
only develop an understanding of the short-term and long-term memory, Prerequisite: PSY 101 or PSY 101H and
etiology and diagnosis of such disor- forgetting, and models of learning PSY 190 or MATH 130 or MATH 130H
ders, as based upon DSM-IV-TR cri- and memory. This course is benefi- Advisory: ENGL 101; READ 043 or
teria, but develop an appreciation of cial for students that are Psychology appropriate placement
the cultural, historical and theoretical majors, students looking to transfer Transfers to: UC, CSU
influences that affect the definitions as a Psychology major and students This course provides an introduc-
and treatment of abnormal behavior. that are interested in learning about tion to the philosophy of science and
3 Units the field of learning and memory. the examination of the hypothetical
54 Lecture hours 3 Units deductive methods and their relation-
54 Lecture hours ship to theory. Topics include: the
PSY 121 (C-ID ADS 110X) nature of experimental research and
Drugs, Society, and Behavior PSY 180 design, experimental and non-exper-
Positive Psychology imental research-including group
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or and single-subject designs, literature
appropriate placement; READ 043 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or review, research ethics, collection and
appropriate placement appropriate placement; READ 043 or analysis of data, and writing APA-
Transfers to: UC, CSU appropriate placement style reports. Collection, handling,
This course is for the student who Transfers to: UC, CSU and analysis of original empirical
seeks a basic understanding of the This course focuses on the research, data, during class and outside of
effects of drugs of abuse and an in- theories, and ideas surrounding, class, in both experimental and non-
depth consideration of the societal promoting, and maintaining wellbe- experimental designs, are an integral
aspects of psychoactive drugs. It is ing, good health, and happiness. component of the course. The course
designed for those students interested Students explore topics in the field of is designed for students intending to
in furthering their understanding of positive psychology including but not pursue a degree in psychology.
psychoactive drugs and those inter- limited to wellness, optimism, flow, 3 Units
ested in working with populations happiness, and positive thinking. 36 Lecture hours
recovering from or at risk for drug The course is beneficial for students 54 Lab hours
problems. Current and historical uses majoring in psychology, or looking to
of and attitudes towards drugs will transfer as a psychology major. PSY 210 (C-ID PSY 150)
be addressed, as well as drug use 3 Units Biological Psychology
disorders, drug legislation, and treat- 54 Lecture hours
ment options. Societal and cultural Prerequisite: PSY 101
differences will also be noted. PSY 190 (C-ID MATH 110, SOCI 125) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
3 Units Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences appropriate placement; READ 043 or
54 Lecture hours appropriate placement
Prerequisite: MATH 062, MATH 070 or Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
PSY 127 (C-ID ADS 140X) MATH 070D or MATH 073 or appropri- (*Students will receive credit for only one
Introduction to the Physiological Effects ate placement of the following courses: PSY 210 or PSY
of Drugs of Abuse Advisory: ENGL 101 and READ 043 or 210H)
appropriate placement This course is designed for the stu-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU dent who has an interest in under-
appropriate placement; READ 043 or (*The UC will grant credit for only one standing the biological processes that
appropriate placement of the following courses: MATH 130 or underlie human behavior. The bio-
Transfers to: CSU MATH 130H or PSY 190.) logical basis of normal and abnormal
This course is designed for students This course provides an overview behavior, including sensory systems,
interested in furthering their under- of the types of statistics that are brain and behavior relationships, and
standing of psychoactive drugs and important in the behavioral sciences. underlying neurochemical processes
those interested in working with The main focus of this course is on will be addressed. The extent to
populations recovering from or at hypothesis testing and the statistics which biological processes interact
risk for drug problems. It provides an that are used to analyze it. Students with environmental influences to
examination of the pharmacological will learn to present and interpret determine behavior will be explored.
actions of drugs of abuse and how experimental data from the behav- 3 Units
this relates to the physiological, as ioral sciences. Topics covered include 54 Lecture hours
well as the behavioral, effects of such basic probability, measures of central
drugs. The properties of drugs that tendency, measures of variance, sam- PSY 210H (C-ID PSY 150)
increase the likelihood of the devel- pling, and inferential statistics. This Biological Psychology Honors
opment of substance use disorders course is designed for students major-
will be emphasized. ing in psychology, sociology, political Prerequisite: PSY 101 and ENGL 101
3 Units science, and anthropology. NOTE: Enrollment is restricted to those who
54 Lecture hours MATH 062 or MATH 073 can be used meet Honors Program requirements
to fulfill the prerequisite require- (minimum GPA of 3.0)
PSY 170 ment for this class. Some majors Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
Introduction to Learning and Memory require that students take MATH 073 placement
(not MATH 062) and others do not. Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or (*Students will receive credit for only one
appropriate placement; READ 043 or of the following courses: PSY 210 or PSY
appropriate placement 210H)

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This course is designed for the stu- This course provides an introduc- the use of learning objectives. The
dent who has an interest in under- tion to the field of broadcasting and student will be working in a skilled
standing the biological processes that other electronic media. Emphasis is or professional level assignment in
underlie human behavior. The bio- placed on the history, development, an area of radio related fields and
logical basis of normal and abnormal and current status of broadcasting will meet performance objectives
behavior, including sensory systems, and related industries. Students will related to instruction that are above
brain and behavior relationships, and explore the broadcasting indus- and beyond the conditions of regular
underlying neurochemical processes try and develop “on-air” skills for employment. This course is intended
will be addressed. The extent to a variety of radio formats. Upon for students whose intended job is
which biological processes interact completion, students should be related to the field of radio and have
with environmental influences to able to demonstrate knowledge of completed or enrolled in the appro-
determine behavior will be explored. regulations, organizational structure, priate coursework. “Contact the
This course is intended for students revenue sources, historical develop- CWE office regarding re-enrollment
eligible for the Honors Program. ment, and the ongoing operation of procedures.”
3 Units broadcasting and related industries. Student Unpaid Internship:
54 Lecture hours 3 Units 1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours;
54 Lecture hours 3 Units/180 hours; 4 Units/240 hours
PSY 299 Student Paid Internship:
Directed Study: Psychology RDIO 136 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours;
Radio Production 3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours.
Transfers to: CSU 1 to 4 Units
Independent Study/Directed Study Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 3 Lecture hours
is intended for students who have appropriate placement; READ 043 or 60 to 300 Other hours
the ability to assume responsibil- appropriate placement
ity for independent work and to Transfers to: UC, CSU RDIO 299
prepare written or oral reports and/ This introductory-level course Directed Study: Radio
or appropriate projects. To enroll in focuses on the theory and application
an independent study/directed study of audio production techniques for Transfers to: CSU
course, students must possess a 2.5 radio broadcasting. Students learn Independent Study/Directed Study
overall grade point average and a 3.0 audio equipment for both live and is intended for students who have
grade point average in the discipline pre- recorded (live-to-tape) broad- the ability to assume responsibil-
of study being requested, or receive casting, including learning broadcast ity for independent work and to
an exception from the instructor. writing, radio program formats, prepare written or oral reports and/
Independent Studies/Directed Studies announcing skills, how to use record- or appropriate projects. To enroll in
may be developed from any topic ing equipment, mixers, and digital an independent study/directed study
arising from or related to a course of audio production. course, students must possess a 2.5
study that will result in developing 4 Units overall grade point average and a 3.0
depth and breadth in that subject 36 Lecture hours grade point average in the discipline
area. Students will be expected to 108 Lab hours of study being requested, or receive
meet on a regular basis with their fac- an exception from the instructor.
ulty sponsor and submit a final report RDIO 236 Independent Studies/Directed Studies
or project, and student progress shall Advanced Radio Production may be developed from any topic
be evaluated at regular intervals. arising from or related to a course of
Academic standards for Independent Prerequisite: RDIO 136 study that will result in developing
Studies/Directed Studies shall be the Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or depth and breadth in that subject
same as those for other courses. Units appropriate placement; READ 043 or area. Students will be expected to
are awarded in accordance to Title appropriate placement meet on a regular basis with their fac-
5 regulations with one unit of credit Transfers to: UC, CSU ulty sponsor and submit a final report
awarded for 54 hours of Directed This course is an opportunity for or project, and student progress shall
Studies, six (6) hours of which must advanced study for students who be evaluated at regular intervals.
be with an instructor. The instructor want to learn production and man- Academic standards for Independent
is responsible for monitoring student agement techniques used in radio Studies/Directed Studies shall be the
progress through the semester. broadcasting. Students are shown same as those for other courses. Units
Students may take directed study proper announcing and on-air pre- are awarded in accordance to Title
courses for a maximum of three (3) sentation techniques through lecture, 5 regulations with one unit of credit
units within a discipline, and may not demonstration, and taped examples. awarded for 54 hours of Directed
accumulate more than a total of nine Students will have an opportunity to Studies, six (6) hours of which must
(9) units college wide. air their programs over KRHC, the be with an instructor. The instructor
1 to 3 Units campus internet radio station. is responsible for monitoring student
54 to 162 Lab hours 4 Units progress through the semester.
36 Lecture hours Students may take directed study
108 Lab hours courses for a maximum of three (3)
units within a discipline, and may not
RADIO RDIO 290 accumulate more than a total of nine
Cooperative Work Experience/Intern- (9) units college wide.
Division of Communications & ship for Radio Related Fields 1 to 3 Units
Languages 54 to 162 Lab hours
Prerequisite: RDIO 104
RDIO 104 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Radio Broadcasting appropriate placement; READ 043 or
appropriate placement
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Transfers to: CSU
appropriate placement; READ 043 or This course supports and reinforces
appropriate placement on-the-job training in radio related
Transfers to: UC, CSU fields under supervision of a col-
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READING READ 022 The emphasis of this class will be on
Intermediate Reading Skills learning new techniques and then
Division of Communications & applying them to classes and work
Languages Prerequisite: READ 021 and READ situations.
021L or appropriate placement through 1.5 Units
READ 012 the Río Hondo assessment process 27 Lecture hours
Learning Strategies Corequisite: READ 022L
This course is designed for students READ 101
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or who want to improve their reading Critical Reading
appropriate placement; READ 021 or skills in order to succeed in other
appropriate placement college classes. Students will develop Prerequisite: READ 043 or appropriate
This course is designed for students comprehension and vocabulary placement through the Río Hondo College
entering college who need to develop through the reading of material assessment process
their skills as learners. Students will drawn from popular works, text- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
build and acquire study techniques books, magazines, and newspapers. appropriate placement
in the areas of note taking, test Areas addressed include determining Transfers to: UC, CSU
taking, text reading, memorizing, main ideas, recognizing supporting This course is designed to aid
time planning and communicating. details, identifying author’s organi- students in acquiring critical read-
The emphasis of this class will be on zation, and making inferences. This ing and thinking skills across the
learning new techniques and then is a non-degree credit course and is disciplines. Emphasis is placed on the
applying them to classes and work offered on a pass/no pass basis. All ability to analyze and evaluate mate-
situations. This is a non-degree credit students are required to concurrently rial by establishing thesis and sup-
course and is offered on a pass/no enroll in READ 022L. port as well as by analyzing elements
pass basis. 3 Units of argumentation. The course also
1.5 Units 54 Lecture hours focuses on vocabulary and the effects
27 Lecture hours of language on the reader.
READ 022L 3 Units
READ 021 Reading Lab 54 Lecture hours
Basic Reading
Prerequisite: Successful completion of READ 134
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement READ 021 with a “P” or appropriate Academic Success and Lifelong
through the Río Hondo Assessment placement through the Río Hondo assess- Learning
process ment process
Corequisite: READ 021L Corequisite: READ 022 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
This course is designed for students This course is a skills class intended appropriate placement; READ 043 or
who want to improve their reading to assist students in improving read- appropriate placement
skills in order to succeed in other ing comprehension and vocabulary Transfers to: CSU
college classes. Students learn how through individually prescribed lab This comprehensive course is
to read and understand short works work. Students complete reading designed for students to acquire
of fiction and nonfiction as well tasks designed to complement the reading and study strategies for col-
as key vocabulary words associ- activities of their reading course. lege success and lifelong learning.
ated with college and everyday life All READ 022 students must enroll Outcomes include the knowledge
through context clues, word parts, concurrently in this course. This is a of applicable educational learning
and dictionary usage. Students also non-degree applicable course offered theories as well as psychological
learn to recognize transitions, main on a pass / no pass basis. and physiological tools that promote
ideas and supporting details. This is 0.5 Units self-development in learning. Specific
a non-degree applicable course and 27 Lab hours topics consist of reading print versus
is offered on a pass/no pass basis. All digital texts, critical thinking, lecture
students are required to concurrently READ 043 and textbook note taking, metacogni-
enroll in the Reading Lab (READ Reading College Textbooks tive strategies, test preparation, time
021L). management, and to aid the student
3 Units Prerequisite: READ 022 or READ 022L in achieving academic and lifelong
54 Lecture hours or appropriate placement through the Río goals.
Hondo College assessment process 3 Units
READ 021L This is a course designed for students 54 Lecture hours
Reading Lab who need to improve their reading
competencies in order to succeed in SOCIOLOGY
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement other college classes. Areas of empha-
through the Río Hondo Assessment sis will include reading strategies Division of Behavioral &
process essential in such academic areas as Social Sciences
Corequisite: READ 021 social sciences, science, technology,
This course is a skills class designed business and humanities. The course SOC 101 (C-ID SOCI 110)
to assist students in improving read- also introduces academic vocabulary. Introduction to Sociology
ing comprehension and vocabulary 3 Units
through individually prescribed lab 54 Lecture hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
work. Students complete reading appropriate placement; READ 043 or
tasks intended to complement the READ 044 appropriate placement
activities of their reading course. Learning Strategies for Composition Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
All READ 021 students must enroll and Research (*Students will receive credit for only
in this concurrently. This is a non- one of the following courses: SOC 101 or
degree applicable course offered on a This course is designed for students SOC 101H)
pass/no pass basis. entering college who need to develop This course is designed for those
0.5 Units their composition and research skills. with an interest in Sociology, or
27 Lab hours Students will build and acquire study anyone with a desire to further their
techniques in the areas of note taking,
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time planning and communicating.

understanding of human group SOC 105 This course is designed for students
behavior and the organization of Introduction to Human Sexuality interested in understanding the com-
society. The student, using several plexities of multi-ethnic, multi-racial
theoretical points of view, will study Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or societies. This course presents an
and analyze: (1) the organization of appropriate placement; READ 043 or overview of the structure and charac-
social life; (2) problems of inequal- appropriate placement ter of racial and ethnic relations in the
ity - of age, sex, race and ethnicity, Transfers to: UC, CSU United States and abroad. Students
social class and life style; (3) the basic This course is designed for students will gain knowledge of the treatment
social institutions: family, education, interested in the social scientific study and experiences of a variety of racial
politics, economics, and religion; of human sexuality. The course pro- and ethnic cohorts and gain insight
and (4) global issues of population, vides students with knowledge about into the complex social features of
technology, social movements and the processes and variation in sexual inter-group contact.
social change. functions, reproduction, intimate 3 Units
3 Units relationships, sexual and gender role 54 Lecture hours
54 Lecture hours development and sexual activities.
Numerous factors involved in human SOC 120 (C-ID SOCI 140)
SOC 101H (C-ID SOCI 110) sexuality are explored, emphasiz- Perspectives of Sex & Gender
Introduction to Sociology Honors ing sexuality as a form of human
interaction. The social, cultural, and Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Prerequisite: Enrollment is restricted historical contexts of human sexuality appropriate placement; READ 043 or
to those who meet Honors Program will be critically analyzed. appropriate placement
requirements (minimum GPA of 3.0) and 3 Units Transfers to: UC, CSU
completion of ENGL 101 54 Lecture hours In this course we will explore how
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate gender shapes our lives and the
placement SOC 110 world around us. Using a sociological
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Human Sexuality from a Cross-Cultural perspective, we will examine gender
(*Students will receive credit for only Perspective (Same as ANTH 110) as a social construction rather than a
one of the following courses: SOC 101 or simple biological difference. Topics to
SOC 101H) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or be covered may include cultural ideas
This course is designed for those appropriate placement; READ 043 or of gender, gender and the economy,
with an interest in Sociology, or appropriate placement politics, the media, families, and
anyone with a desire to further their Transfers to: UC, CSU education. This course is designed
understanding of human group This course is for students interested for students who want to learn
behavior and the organization of in human sexuality from a cross- more about the social connections of
society. The student, using several cultural perspective. Sexual anatomy, gender and how the importance of
theoretical points of view, will study development, response, and behavior gender differences are strengthened
and analyze: (1) the organization of will be examined, along with histori- in our society today.
social life; (2) problems of inequal- cal and cultural patterns. Students 3 Units
ity – of age, sex, race and ethnicity, will learn about the development and 54 Lecture hours
social class and life style; (3) the basic expression of gender and orientation
social institutions: family, education, from both Western and non-Western SOC 127 (C-ID SOCI 160)
politics, economics, and religion; perspectives, with an emphasis on the Introduction to Criminology
and (4) global issues of population, influence of culture on individuals.
technology, social movements and 3 Units Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
social change. This course is intended 54 Lecture hours appropriate placement; READ 043 or
for students eligible for the Honors appropriate placement
Program. SOC 114 (C-ID SOCI 130) Transfers to: UC, CSU
3 Units Marriage, Family and Intimate This course is designed for students
54 Lecture hours Relationships interested in the subject of criminol-
ogy. The scientific analysis of the
SOC 102 (C-ID SOCI 115) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or nature, extent, and causes of viola-
Major Social Problems appropriate placement; READ 043 or tions of societal rules of behavior that
appropriate placement are formally defined as crime and
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Transfers to: UC, CSU delinquency will be emphasized. The
appropriate placement; READ 043 or This course is designed for the stu- course includes an analysis of the
appropriate placement dent interested in examining, from a development of criminal law and the
Transfers to: UC, CSU sociological perspective, issues such administration of criminal justice, the
This course is designed to provide as marriage, family, and emerging patterns of criminality and delin-
students with an understanding of alternative life styles which con- quency, the impact of crime on social
the definition, development, reduc- stitute the reality of life today. The change, and the labeling, identifica-
tion and elimination of major social course explores love, sexuality, mate tion, characteristics, and treatment of
problems in contemporary society. selection, and engagement preceding criminals and delinquents.
Topics addressed include problems of traditional marriage and family pat- 3 Units
mental and physical health including terns, extra-marital and non-marital 54 Lecture hours
addictions, crime and violence, social unions, singles, and future trends in
inequality, terrorism and war, as well intimate relationship styles. SOC 130
as technology and the environment. 3 Units Introduction to Disability Studies
Various social theories and relevant 54 Lecture hours
empirical research are critically exam- Advisory: SOC 101, ENGL 035 or
ined throughout the course. SOC 116 (C-ID SOCI 150) ENLA 100 or appropriate placement;
3 Units Introduction to Race and Ethnic READ 043 or appropriate placement;
54 Lecture hours Relations SOC 101
Transfers to: UC, CSU
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 This course introduces the topic of
appropriate placement; READ 043 or disability studies from a sociological
appropriate placement perspective. Students learn defini-
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tions and distinctions involved in the American woman and who are the products and processes of social
study of disabilities, which include eligible for the Honors Program. change. Special attention will be paid
various theories and models of dis- 3 Units to industrialization, globalization,
ability. The course is designed for 54 Lecture Hours social movements, the implementa-
students who want to learn about the tion and evolution of technology and
connections between disability and SOC 299 how social change is shaped by and
society, including the culture of dis- Directed Study in Sociology produces unique social behavior.
ability and ableism, the relationship 3 Units
between disability and various social Prerequisite: SOC 101 54 Lecture hours
institutions, and the intersectional Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
relationship between disabled and appropriate placement; READ 043 or SPANISH
other marginalized groups. appropriate placement
3 Units Transfers to: CSU Division of Communications &
54 Lecture hours This course provides an opportunity Languages
for students to expand their studies
SOC 148 in Sociology beyond the classroom by SPAN 101 (C-ID SPAN 100)
La Chicana: The Contemporary completing a project or an assign- Spanish I
Mexican-American Female (Same as ment arranged by an agreement
CHST 148) between students and an instructor. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Independent study/directed study is appropriate placement; READ 043 or
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or intended for students able to assume appropriate placement
appropriate placement; READ 043 or responsibility for independent work, Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
appropriate placement and to prepare written or oral reports (*Students will receive credit for only
Transfers to: UC, CSU and/or appropriate projects. To enroll one of the following sequences of courses:
This introductory course explores in an independent study/directed SPAN 101 and SPAN 102 or SPAN
the racial/ethnic identity formation study course, students must possess a 101S and SPAN 102S)
of Chicanas/Mexican origin women 2.5 overall grade point average, a 3.0 This course is an introduction to the
in the United States. Course themes grade point average in the discipline essentials of Spanish language: read-
include an examination of the genesis of study being requested, or receive ing, listening, speaking, and writing
of the term “Chicana”; the emer- an exception from the instructor. skills. Various facets of Spanish-
gence of Chicana feminism, and the Independent studies/directed studies speaking cultures will be analyzed
intersection of race, gender, class, and may be developed from any topic via cross-cultural comparisons. In
sexuality in relation to the forma- arising from or related to a course of addition to classroom discussion,
tion and study of Chicana identities. study that will result in developing students are required to complete
This course is an interdisciplinary depth and breadth in that subject at least 27 hours of intensive indi-
one, drawing on methodologies from area. Students are expected to meet vidualized oral-aural practice in the
racial/ethnic studies, women/gender on a regular basis with their faculty Language Laboratory via interactive
studies, queer studies, history, litera- sponsor and submit a final report websites, audio CDs, video programs
ture, sociology, and popular culture. or project, and student progress and films. The Language Laboratory
The course is appropriate for students are evaluated at regular intervals. work focuses on vocabulary, gram-
interested in furthering their under- Academic standards for independent mar, and cultural practices. This class
standing of the social construction of studies/directed studies shall be the is designed for those students who
the Mexican-American woman. same as those for other courses. Units do not have a Spanish language back-
3 Units are awarded in accordance to Title V ground who wish to learn to speak
54 Lecture hours regulations, with one unit (1) of credit Spanish or who seek a degree in the
awarded for 54 hours of Directed Spanish language.
SOC 148H Studies, six (6) hours of which must 4.5 Units
La Chicana: The Contemporary Mexi- be with an instructor. The instructor 72 Lecture hours
can-American Female Honors (same as is responsible for monitoring student 27 Lab hours
CHST 148H) progress through the semester.
Students may take directed study SPAN 101S (C-ID SPAN 100)
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 courses for a maximum of four (4) Spanish for Spanish Speakers I
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate units within a discipline, and may not
placement accumulate more than a total of 12 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Transfers to: CSU units college wide. appropriate placement; READ 043 or
This introductory course explores 1 to 3 Units appropriate placement
the racial/ethnic identity formation 54 to 162 Lab hours Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
of Chicanas/Mexican-origin women (*Students will receive credit for only
in the United States. Course themes SOC 325 one of the following sequences of courses:
include an examination of the genesis Analysis of Social Change SPAN 101 and SPAN 102 or SPAN
of the term “Chicana”; the emer- 101S and SPAN 102S)
gence of Chicana feminism; and the Prerequisite: ENGL 201, SOC 101 or This course is an introduction to the
intersection of race, gender, class, and SOC 101H, SOC 102 essentials of Spanish language: read-
sexuality in relation to the formation This upper division general educa- ing, listening, speaking, and writing
and study of Chicana identities. This tion course is designed for students skills. Various facets of Spanish-
course is interdisciplinary, drawing pursuing a Bachelors of Science speaking cultures will be analyzed
on methodologies from racial/ethnic degree in Automotive Technology via cross-cultural comparisons. In
studies, women/gender studies, queer and is open to all of those students addition to classroom discussion,
studies, history, literature, sociology, who have successfully completed the students are required to complete
and popular culture. The course is required prerequisites. Students will at least 27 hours of intensive indi-
appropriate for students interested in develop a broad understanding of vidualized oral-aural practice in the
furthering their understanding of the social change within society through Language Laboratory via interactive
social construction of the Mexican- the examinationof the various social websites, audio CDs, video programs
mechanisms that lead to, promote,
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and films. The Language Laboratory in Spanish 101S will be reviewed. SPAN 201H (C-ID SPAN 200)
work focuses on vocabulary, gram- The class will increase vocabulary, Spanish III Honors
mar, and cultural practices. This class grammar, and cultural knowledge
is designed for those students who do to improve on the reading, listening, Prerequisite: SPAN 102 or SPAN 102S
have a Spanish language background speaking and writing skills presented or completion of three years of high school
and want to develop a better written in Spanish 101S. In this course, the Spanish with a grade of “C” or better;
and oral competency in the language, study of verb tenses and construc- ENGL 101
or who seek a degree in the Spanish tions is completed. It is designed to Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
language. further improve the language skills placement
4.5 Units of students with a Spanish language Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
72 Lecture hours background. Various facets of Span- (*Students will receive credit for only one
27 Lab hours ish-speaking cultures will be ana- of the following courses: SPAN 201 or
lyzed via cross-cultural comparisons. SPAN 201H)
SPAN 102 (C-ID SPAN 110) In addition to classroom discussion, This is an intermediate level course in
Spanish II students are required to complete which Spanish grammar is reviewed.
at least 27 hours of intensive indi- It includes intensive practice in
Prerequisite: SPAN 101, or completion of vidualized oral-aural practice in the conversation and composition. Many
two years of high school Spanish with a Language Laboratory via interactive aspects of Spanish culture are intro-
grade of “C” or better websites, audio CDs, video programs, duced in short stories by Latin-Amer-
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate and films. The Language Laboratory ican and Spanish authors. Students
placement; ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or work focuses on vocabulary, gram- strengthen their communications
appropriate placement mar, and cultural practices. This class and written skills by analyzing these
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU is designed for those students who do stories in Spanish. In addition to
(*Students will receive credit for only have a Spanish language background classroom discussion, students are
one of the following sequences of courses: and want to develop a better written required to complete at least 27 hours
SPAN 101 and SPAN 102 or SPAN and oral competency in the language, of intensive individualized oral-aural
101S and SPAN 102S) or who seek a degree in the Spanish practice in the Language Laboratory
This course is a continuation of the language. via interactive websites, audio CDs,
study of the essentials of Spanish lan- 4.5 Units video programs, and films. The Lan-
guage: reading, listening, speaking, 72 Lecture hours guage Laboratory work focuses on
and writing skills. The skills learned 27 Lab hours vocabulary, grammar, and cultural
in SPAN 101 will be reviewed. practices. This class is designed for
The class will increase vocabulary, SPAN 201 (C-ID SPAN 200) students who wish to broaden their
grammar, and cultural knowledge Spanish III knowledge in Spanish as well as for
to improve on the reading, listening, those seeking a degree in the Spanish
speaking and writing skills presented Prerequisite: SPAN 102 or SPAN 102S language. This course is intended
in SPAN 101. In this course the study or completion of three years of high school for students eligible for the Honors
of verb tenses and constructions is Spanish Program.
completed. Various facets of Spanish- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 4.5 Units
speaking cultures will be analyzed appropriate placement; READ 043 or 72 Lecture hours
via cross-cultural comparisons. In appropriate placement 27 Lab hours
addition to classroom discussion, Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
students are required to complete at (*Students will receive credit for only one SPAN 202 (C-ID SPAN 210)
least 27 hours of intensive indi- of the following courses: SPAN 201 or Spanish IV
vidualized oral-aural practice in the SPAN 201H)
Language Laboratory via interactive This is an intermediate level course in Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or 201H, or
websites, audio CDs, video programs, which Spanish grammar is reviewed. completion of four years of high school
and films. The Language Laboratory It includes intensive practice in Spanish with a grade of “C” or better
work focuses on vocabulary, gram- conversation and composition. Many Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
mar, and cultural practices. This class aspects of Spanish culture are intro- appropriate placement; READ 043 or
is designed for those students who do duced in short stories by Latin-Amer- appropriate placement
not have a Spanish language back- ican and Spanish authors. Students Transfers to: UC, CSU
ground who wish to learn to speak strengthen their communications This course is the continuation of
Spanish or who seek a degree in the and written skills by analyzing these SPAN 201. SPAN 202 is an interme-
Spanish language. stories in Spanish. In addition to diate level course in which Spanish
4.5 Units classroom discussion, students are language and culture is reviewed. It
72 Lecture hours required to complete at least 27 hours stresses written and oral proficiency
27 Lab hours of intensive individualized oral-aural as well as reading comprehension
practice in the Language Laboratory and composition. Many aspects
SPAN 102S (C-ID SPAN 110) via interactive websites, audio CDs, of Spanish culture, literature, and
Spanish for Spanish Speakers II video programs, and films. The Lan- history are analyzed in readings by
guage Laboratory work focuses on Latin American and Spanish authors.
Prerequisite: SPAN 101S vocabulary, grammar, and cultural Students strengthen their communi-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or practices. This class is designed for cation and writing skills by analyzing
appropriate placement; READ 043 or students who wish to broaden their these stories in Spanish. In addition
appropriate placement knowledge in Spanish as well as for to classroom discussion, students are
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*, CSU those seeking a degree in the Spanish required to complete at least 27 hours
(*Students will receive credit for only language. of intensive individualized oral-aural
one of the following sequences of courses: 4.5 Units practice in the Language Laboratory
SPAN 101 and SPAN 102 or SPAN 72 Lecture hours via interactive websites, audio CDs,
101S and SPAN 102S) 27 Lab hours video programs, and films. The Lan-
This course is a continuation of the guage Laboratory work focuses on
essentials of the Spanish language: vocabulary, grammar, and cultural
reading, listening, speaking, and practices. This class is designed for
writing skills. The skills learned those students who wish to broaden

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their knowledge in Spanish as well behavior; and the establishment and or community events. Students learn
as for those interested in pursuing a maintenance of meaningful rela- debate, oral interpretation, limited
degree in the Spanish language.. tionships in professional and social preparation, and platform speaking.
4.5 Units settings. This course is designed for The course is appropriate for students
72 Lecture hours speech communication majors or specializing in areas involving
27 Lab hours anyone with an interest in human public speaking such as law, political
communication. science, drama, and instruction. Stu-
SPAN 299 3 Units dents who sign up for the lab hours
Directed Study: Spanish 54 Lecture hours are required to compete. This course
may be taken once and repeated three
Transfers to: CSU SPCH 101 (C-ID COMM 110) times for credit.
Independent Study/Directed Study Public Speaking 1 to 4 Units
is intended for students who have 18 Lecture hours
the ability to assume responsibil- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 54 to 162 Lab hours
ity for independent work and to appropriate placement; READ 043 or
prepare written or oral reports and/ appropriate placement SPCH 130 (C-ID COMM 170)
or appropriate projects. To enroll in Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Oral Interpretation
an independent study/directed study (*Students will receive credit for only
course, students must possess a 2.5 one of the following courses: SPCH 101, Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
overall grade point average and a 3.0 SPCH 101H or SPCH 102) appropriate placement; READ 043 or
grade point average in the discipline This introductory course is designed appropriate placement
of study being requested, or receive to prepare students to be effective Transfers to: UC, CSU
an exception from the instructor. oral communicators in all aspects This communication course focuses
Independent Studies/Directed Studies of public presentations, includ- on the oral performance of various
may be developed from any topic ing design and delivery of a public forms of literature, such as poetry,
arising from or related to a course of speech. The course is appropriate for prose, and drama. The skills needed
study that will result in developing all students interested in developing for making such public performances
depth and breadth in that subject their public speaking knowledge and will be addressed and student knowl-
area. Students will be expected to skills, such as speech communica- edge of the various forms of literature
meet on a regular basis with their fac- tions and languages majors, future will be enhanced. Emphasis is placed
ulty sponsor and submit a final report teachers, and future business leaders. on creating the essence of characters
or project, and student progress shall 3 Units in a text through facial, vocal, and
be evaluated at regular intervals. 54 Lecture hours kinetic methods. This course is appro-
Academic standards for Independent priate for speech majors or anyone
Studies/Directed Studies shall be the SPCH 101H (C-ID COMM 110) interested in public performance and
same as those for other courses. Units Public Speaking Honors literature.
are awarded in accordance to Title 3 Units
5 regulations with one unit of credit Prerequisite: ENGL 101 54 Lecture hours
awarded for 54 hours of Directed Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
Studies, six (6) hours of which must placement SPCH 132
be with an instructor. The instructor Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Readers Theatre
is responsible for monitoring student (*Students will receive credit for only
progress through the semester. one of the following courses: SPCH 101, Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Students may take directed study SPCH 101H or SPCH 102) appropriate placement; READ 043 or
courses for a maximum of three (3) This introductory course is designed appropriate placement
units within a discipline, and may not to prepare students to be effective Transfers to: CSU
accumulate more than a total of nine oral communicators in all aspects This is a creative communication
(9) units college wide. of public presentations, includ- course focusing on group presenta-
1 to 3 Units ing design and delivery of a public tions of literature. Students will
54 to 162 Lab hours speech. The course is appropriate for perform pose, drama, and/or poetry
all students interested in developing in groups so that a communicative
SPEECH their public speaking knowledge and message emerges and fosters imagi-
skills, such as speech communica- native responses in the minds of an
Division of Communications & tions and languages majors, future audience. Emphasis is placed on the
Languages teachers, and future business leaders. fusion between rhetoric, interpreta-
This course is designed for students tion and acting. Readers Theatre is
SPCH 100 (C-ID COMM 130) eligible for the Honors Program. designed for Speech Communication
Interpersonal Communication 3 Units majors and those interested in litera-
54 Lecture hours ture and performance.
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 3 Units
appropriate placement; READ 022 or SPCH 110 (C-ID COMM 160B) 54 Lecture hours
appropriate placement Forensics: Speech and Debate Team
Transfers to: UC, CSU SPCH 140 (C-ID COMM 120)
Interpersonal Communication is Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Argumentation and Debate
an introductory course focusing on appropriate placement; READ 022 or
interactions between two people. appropriate placement; Prior or concur- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Designed to provide students with rent enrollment in SPCH 101 or SPCH appropriate placement; READ 043 or
greater understanding of commu- 101H or SPCH 130 or SPCH 140 appropriate placement
nication in every day activities, the Transfers to: CSU Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
course focuses on self-discovery This course trains students to partici- (*Students will receive credit for only one
and strengthening the self-image; pate in Rio Hondo College’s Forensic of the following courses: SPCH 140 or
discovering and understanding the Speech and Debate Team. Emphasis SPCH 240)
factors that influence communication is placed on preparation, includ- This course is an introduction to
ing research and writing; practice; the principles and techniques of
and participation in intercollegiate argumentation and debate. Effective
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reasoning, refutation, and listen- vidual who needs an overview and/ TCED 090
ing are stressed. Through debate or certification of both the California Blueprint Reading for Industry
participation and analysis, students and Federal OSHA Safety Regula-
will gain the knowledge and skills to tions for the General Industry Work- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
advocate and refute argumentative place or Construction Workplace. appropriate placement; READ 043 or
positions. This course is particularly This course will cover a detailed over- appropriate placement
appropriate for students anticipating view of the rules and regulations, and This course is for all students inter-
entering occupations where argu- discuss fire protection and preven- ested in pursuing certificates, degrees
mentation, negotiation, and issue- tion, material handling/storage/use and careers related to manufacturing,
analysis are likely to occur. and disposal, hand and power tools, welding, and drafting technologies.
3 Units welding and cutting, electrical safety, The course presents an introduction
54 Lecture hours and fall protection. Upon completion to the use of engineering documents
of this course, (as well as passing the or blueprints as used in industrial
SPCH 150 (C-ID COMM 150) final exam), the student will receive applications and focuses on inter-
Intercultural Communication a 10-hour OSHA Training Certificate preting and visualizing technical
of Completion and/or Department of drawings in order to read and under-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Labor card. stand “The Language of Industry.”
appropriate placement; READ 043 or 1 Unit Principles of reading drawings,
appropriate placement 18 Lecture hours specifications, projection principles,
Transfers to: UC, CSU working drawings, details, assem-
This course is an introduction to TCED 054 blies, and pictorial representations
intercultural communication. The OSHA Workplace Safety II are examined and discussed. The
emphasis is on applying intercultural course is also helpful for apprentices
theories and concepts to understand Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate and employees in all areas of technol-
the influence of cultural membership placement ogy including planning, purchasing,
upon the communicative situation. This course is intended for the indi- machine trades, welding/fabrication,
Students completing this course will vidual who needs an intermediate- future engineers, and inspection.
improve their intercultural communi- level overview and/or the number 2 Units
cation competence. This course is rec- of hours required for certification 27 Lecture hours
ommended for students in all fields; of both the California and Federal 27 Lab hours
particularly Communication Studies OSHA Safety Regulations for the
majors and students who anticipate General Industry and Construction TCED 101
high interaction with people from Workplace. The course will cover Occupational Safety and Health
diverse cultures. a detailed overview of the rules for the 21st Century
3 Units and regulations, fire protection and
54 Lecture hours prevention, material handling/storage Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
and disposal, hand and power tools, appropriate placement; READ 043 or
SPCH 240 (C-ID COMM 190) welding and cutting, electrical safety, appropriate placement
Argumentation and Discussion fall protection, scaffolds, excavations, Transfers to: CSU
concrete and masonry construction, This course provides an overview
Prerequisite: SPCH 140 steel erection, demolition, cranes/ of the origins of occupational safety
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU hoists/elevators and conveyors, and health standards in the United
(*Students will receive credit for only one lockout/tagout procedures, industrial States. The environmental and social
of the following courses: SPCH 140 or hygiene, and emergency action plans. justice issues that led to the creation
SPCH 240) Powered industrial trucks will also be of workplace safety and health stan-
This course gives the student covered during the course, meeting dards will be discussed, a detailed
expanded practice and theory in the requirement for OSHA Standard overview of required occupational
argumentation. Students further 1910.178. Upon completion of this safety and health standards and
develop their argumentation knowl- course, (as well as passing the final regulations will be provided, and the
edge and skills through debate partic- exam and the powered industrial impact of current issues in sustain-
ipation, observation, and discussion. trucks operator safety training), the ing occupational safety and health
This course is particularly appropri- student will receive a 30-hour OSHA on a 21st century workforce will
ate for students anticipating enter- Training Certificate of Completion, be emphasized. Students will gain
ing occupations involving extensive which is good for life, and a powered insights into the intersection of public
argumentation and deliberation such industrial truck Certified Operator safety, public health, and the building
as law, communication, negotiation, Card, which is good for 3 years. and environmental health standards
and any area where argumentation 4 Units which inform workplace safety poli-
and debate occur frequently. 72 Lecture hours cies and procedures. Course activities
3 Units will include hands-on exercises to
54 Lecture hours TCED 060 demonstrate hazard awareness; the
Elementary Metallurgy correct use of tools, material han-
TECHNICAL dling, and safety equipment; and the
EDUCATION Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or development of emergency protocols
appropriate placement; READ 043 or and safety procedures. Students
Division of Career & appropriate placement will have the opportunity at course
Technical Education This is an elementary course in the completion to receive a Department
basic principles of metallurgy. It is of Labor (DOL) 30-hour Occupational
TCED 044 designed for Welding and Machine Safety and Health Administration
OSHA 10 for the Workplace Shop majors, but is suitable for all (OSHA) certification card provided
technology students. Emphasis is all course requirements are met. The
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate placed on terminology, numbering DOL card is often an initial certifica-
placement systems, methods of altering the tion for industrial occupational safety
This course is intended for the indi- properties of metals, and the effect on
fabrication. 2021-2022 Catalog
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and health technicians, first line TV 136 THEATRE
supervisors and managers, and con- Digital Filmmaking II: Intermediate
struction and building inspectors. Division of Arts &
4 Units Prerequisite: TV 135 Cultural Programs
72 Lecture hours Transfers to: UC, CSU
This intermediate course in film THTR 101 (C-ID THTR 111, THTR 112)
TCED 299 production techniques for narrative, Theatre Arts Appreciation
Directed Study in Technical Education music video, and branded con-
tent may be of interest to students Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Prerequisite: 2.5 overall grade point interested in both film and television appropriate placement; READ 043 or
average and a 3.0 grade point average in production. Topics include screen- appropriate placement
the discipline of study being requested, or writing, storyboarding, camera opera- Transfers to: UC, CSU
receive an exception from the instructor tion, lighting, production sound, and This course is for students seeking an
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or non-linear editing. Students work in overview of the entire field of theatre.
appropriate placement; READ 043 or teams and crew all positions, includ- The practice and theory of the fol-
appropriate placement ing writer, producer, director, first lowing are explored: costume, set
Transfers to: CSU assistant director, cinematographer, and lighting design, acting, directing,
This course provides an opportunity camera assistant, gaffer, grip, boom playwriting, criticism, play structure,
for the student to expand their stud- operator, production sound mixer, theatre architecture, and producing.
ies in Technical Education beyond and editor. The course incorporates The instructor includes a brief histori-
the classroom by completing a project career pathways in the contempo- cal overview and organizes at least
or an assignment arranged by an rary media landscape, including one field trip to a professional theatre
agreement between the student and branded content, social media, and production.
instructor. The student is required new media. Emphasis is placed on 3 Units
to contract with the instructor to personal storytelling, crew collabora- 54 Lecture hours
determine the scope of the assign- tion, professionalism, and building a
ment and the unit value assigned for professional resume and portfolio. THTR 105 (C-ID THTR 113)
successful completion. Students may 3 Units The History and Development of the
take a maximum of 3 units of directed 36 Lecture hours Theatre
study within a discipline and 9 units 54 Lab hours
college wide. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
1 to 3 Units TESLA appropriate placement; READ 043 or
54 to 162 Lab hours appropriate placement
Division of Career & Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
TELEVISION Technical Education (*Students will receive credit for only one
of the following courses: THTR 105 or
Division of Arts & TESL 100 THTR 105H)
Cultural Programs Tesla Student Automotive Technician This course is for students inter-
(START) Program ested in the history of the theatre. It
TV 135 covers humanity’s relationship with
Digital Filmmaking I: Introduction Prerequisite: AUTO 266 theatre from primitive tribal cultures
Transfers to: CSU through today’s large musicals and
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This course is intended to educate the blockbuster hits. The course explores
appropriate placement; READ 043 or entry-level technician to the technol- the ways societal, religious, political,
appropriate placement ogy used in Tesla motors. Topics will and social structures were presented
Transfers to: UC, CSU include: safety when working in or and shared through the theatre; and
This is an introductory course in film around high voltage, maintenance, investigates major plays, playwrights,
production techniques for narra- regeneration braking, inverter power and historic theatrical techniques
tive, documentary, and music video, transfer, battery technologies, battery through lectures, discussion, field
and may be of interest to students management systems, high voltage trips, and films.
interested in both film and television bus and charging, pack connector 3 Units
production. Topics include creating a and penthouse controls, and autono- 54 Lecture hours
story treatment, screenwriting, story- mous technology. Electric vehicle
boarding, camera operation, lighting, applications and their integrated THTR 105H (C-ID THTR 113)
introductory production sound, and systems from Tesla motors will be The History and Development of the
non-linear editing. Students work used to discuss physics of battery Theatre Honors
in teams and crew all positions, storage, material composition, and
including writer, producer, director, high-voltage generation systems. This Prerequisite: ENGL 101
assistant director, cinematographer, course is suitable for students already Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
boom operator, and editor. Emphasis working in the battery electric/hybrid placement
is placed on defining the content, vehicle and energy technology field. Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
structure, and style of the produc- The Tesla START program provides (*Students will receive credit for only one
tion. Students implement these skills students with the skills necessary for of the following courses: THTR 105 or
with projects in documentary, music a successful career with Tesla. THTR 105H)
video, and narrative filmmaking 15 Units This course is for students inter-
traditions. 162 Lecture hours ested in the history of the theatre. It
3 Units 324 Lab hours covers humanity’s relationship with
36 Lecture hours theatre from primitive tribal cultures
54 Lab hours through today’s large musicals and
blockbuster hits. The course explores
the ways societal, religious, political,
and social structures were presented
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investigates major plays, playwrights, appropriate placement equipment, properties and ward-
and historic theatrical techniques Transfers to: UC, CSU robe as well as the organization and
through lectures, discussion, field The course is designed for the student management of stage activity and
trips, and films. This course is who wishes to gain a basic under- stagecraft are examined in greater
designed for students eligible for the standing of the technical phases of depth. The student will complete
Honors program. scene production including construc- an in depth study of the theatrical
3 Units tion, painting, rigging, placement and design process designing scenery,
54 Lecture hours manipulation of stage scenery, light- properties, lighting and/or sound for
ing equipment, sound equipment, Río Hondo College theatrical produc-
THTR 110 (C-ID THTR 151) properties and wardrobe as well as tions. Students are assigned a specific
Principles of Acting I the organization and management of crew lead with supervisory responsi-
stage activity and stagecraft termi- bility that directly relates to a college
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or nology. The student will study the theatre production.
appropriate placement; READ 043 or aesthetics and practical application 3 Units
appropriate placement principles of stage scenic, sound and 18 Lecture hours
Transfers to: UC, CSU lighting design. Students are assigned 108 Lab hours
This course is for students who are a specific crew responsibility that
interested in acting in the areas of directly relates to a college theatre THTR 153 (C-ID THTR 173)
theatre, film, and television, whether production. Lighting Design and Production for
as a profession or as a hobby. The 3 Units Theatre, TV, and Film
class explores the theory, practice 18 Lecture hours
and techniques of acting. Empha- 108 Lab hours Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
sis is placed on theatre games and appropriate placement; READ 022 or
exercises culminating in the presen- THTR 151 appropriate placement
tation of scenes from contemporary Stagecraft II for Theatre, TV, and Film Prerequisite: THTR 150
dramatic literature. Transfers to: UC, CSU
3 Units Prerequisite: THTR 150 The course is designed for the student
36 Lecture hours Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or who wants to gain an understand-
54 Lab hours appropriate placement; READ 022 or ing and appreciation of the roles
appropriate placement light and lighting design play in
THTR 111 (C-ID THTR 152) Transfers to: UC, CSU the theatrical production. Students
Principles of Acting II This course is designed for the stu- will gain understanding in lighting
dent who wishes to expand the skills design theory, function and esthetics.
Prerequisite: THTR 110 and concepts acquired in Stagecraft I Students will be able to hang, focus,
Transfers to: UC, CSU for Theatre, TV, and Film (THTR 150). color, cable and strike conventional
This course is for students who want Topics such as the technical phases of and automated lighting fixtures as
to continue to explore theories and scene production including construc- well as identify and select appropri-
techniques used in preparation for tion, painting, rigging, placement and ate types of lighting fixtures, cables,
the interpretation of drama through manipulation of stage scenery, light- control and power distribution equip-
acting, and to develop their skills past ing equipment, sound equipment, ment for a given purpose. Electrical
the beginner level. Emphasis will be properties and wardrobe as well as and operational safety will receive
placed on deepening an understand- the organization and management of special emphasis. Students will be
ing of the acting process through stage activity and stagecraft termi- able to operate lighting consoles at a
exercises, character analysis, mono- nology are revisited and expanded proficient level.
logues, and scenes. upon. The student will additionally 3 Units
3 Units do extensive study of the aesthetics 18 Lecture hours
36 Lecture hours and practical application principles of 108 Lab hours
54 Lab hours set design, sound design, and light-
ing design. Students are assigned a THTR 154
THTR 112 specific crew duty such as light board Sound Design and Production for
Acting for the Camera operator, sound operator or stage Theatre, TV, and Film
crew lead with added responsibil-
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or ity that directly relates to a college Prerequisite: THTR 150
appropriate placement; READ 043 or theatre production. Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
appropriate placement 3 Units appropriate placement; READ 022 or
Transfers to: CSU 18 Lecture hours appropriate placement
This course is designed for the stu- 108 Lab hours Transfers to: UC, CSU
dent interested in acting techniques This course is designed for the stu-
for film, television and commercials. THTR 152 dent who wants to gain an under-
The class will explore the styles, Stagecraft III for Theatre, TV, and Film standing and appreciation of the
language and technical demands of roles audio and audio design play
each medium. Slating, voice, blocking Prerequisite: THTR 151 in the theatrical production. Stu-
& memorizing will be covered along Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or dents will gain an understanding in
with Career advice such as photos appropriate placement; READ 022 or audio design, function and esthetics.
and resumes, agents, unions, audi- appropriate placement Students will be able to rig, cable,
tioning & showcases. Students will Transfers to: UC, CSU troubleshoot, strike and maintain
work with the camera and review the This course is designed for the stu- analogue and digital audio equip-
results to develop their skills. dent who wishes to further expand ment as well as identify and select
3 Units the skills and concepts acquired in appropriate types of microphones,
36 Lecture hours Stagecraft I and II for Theatre, TV and cables, speakers and sound amplifica-
54 Lab hours Film (THTR 150 and 151). Technical tion equipment for a given purpose.
phases of scene production includ- Electrical and operational safety will
THTR 150 (C-ID THTR 171) ing construction, painting, rigging,
Stagecraft I for Theatre, TV, and Film placement and manipulation of stage
scenery, lighting equipment, sound
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
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receive special emphasis. Students Transfers to: CSU be chosen to compete at the regional
will be able to operate audio mixing This class is intended for students and national festivals in the areas
consoles at a proficient level. interested in exploring a career in of acting, writing, stage managing,
3 Units entertainment production. The course directing, and stage design. Students
18 Lecture hours provides a hands- on introduction to are provided an opportunity to be
108 Lab hours all aspects of entertainment produc- part of a theatre company in the orga-
tion, including scenery, lighting, nization of full-length and/or one-act
THTR 159 (C-ID THTR 192) audio, costumes and properties. The plays under the guidance of a faculty
Stage Crew Activity student will learn the fundamentals director. This course may be repeated
of constructing, painting and rig- three times for credit.
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate ging scenery, hanging and focusing 3 Units
placement lighting equipment, setting up audio 18 Lecture hours
Transfers to: UC, CSU systems and/or building costumes 108 Lab hours
This course is for students who want or props for the performing arts pro-
to gain practical, hands-on, technical grams at Río Hondo College. THTR 171 (C-ID THTR 191)
experience working backstage. Stu- 1 to 2 Units Musical Theatre Rehearsal and
dents will gain experience working as 54 to 108 Lab hours Performance
part of a stage crew supporting public
performances of theatrical, musical, THTR 165 Prerequisite: Limitations: Acting
or dance productions. This course Theatre Production Lab II students must audition and Technical/
may be taken once and repeated three Support students must interview prior to
times for credit. Prerequisite: THTR 164 participating in the course
1 to 3 Units Corequisite: THTR 151 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
54 to 162 Lab hours Transfers to: CSU appropriate placement; READ 043 or
This class is intended for students appropriate placement
THTR 160 interested in careers in entertainment Transfers to: UC, CSU
Introductory Playwriting Screenwriting production. The course builds upon This course is designed for the
the basic skills acquired in THTR student who wants to be involved,
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or 164, with more sophisticated tasks onstage or backstage, in the creation
appropriate placement; READ 043 or and greater responsibilities in scenic and presentation of a musical produc-
appropriate placement construction, painting and rigging, tion. This class introduces the student
Transfers to: CSU stage lighting operations, stage to the various aspects that make up
This course is designed for the stu- audio systems and/or costume shop a musical and, based upon audi-
dent interested in the art of writing assignments for the performing arts tions and interviews the student can
for theatre or film. It will include programs at Río Hondo College. take part in Music, Acting, Technical
writing exercises, theatre field trips 1 to 2 Units Theatre, Design, Dancing or Stage
and a final staged reading of finished 54 to 108 Lab hours Managing under the supervision of
scripts. Students will complete a one- a faculty director and other theatre,
act or 10-minute play which will be THTR 166 music and dance professionals.
considered for production the follow- Theatre Production Lab III 3 Units
ing semester. 18 Lecture hours
3 Units Prerequisite: THTR 165 108 Lab hours
36 Lecture hours Corequisite: THTR 152
54 Lab hours Transfers to: CSU THTR 172
This class is intended for students Performing and Preparing the Comedy
THTR 161 pursuing careers in entertainment
Playwriting Screenwriting for Produc- production. The course builds upon Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
tion the skills acquired in THTR 165, appropriate placement; READ 043 or
providing leadership roles in scenic appropriate placement
Prerequisite: THTR 160 construction, painting and rigging, Transfers to: UC, CSU
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or stage lighting operations, stage This course is for students who want
appropriate placement; READ 043 or audio systems and/or costume shop to study theatre productions as they
appropriate placement assignments for the performing arts are created and expressed through
Transfers to: CSU programs at Río Hondo College. comedic drama. The class will
This course is designed for the 1 to 2 Units explore comedy genres, acting tech-
student who wants to work on their 54 to 108 Lab hours niques, physical communication, and
playwriting/screenwriting craft with comic objectives. Students are part
an eye to the professional market. THTR 170 (C-ID THTR 191) of a full-length or one-act production
Students will write, rewrite and Theatre Rehearsal and Performance (or a combination of both), and may
polish works written with the inten- participate in a variety of activities
tion of production. Students will read Prerequisite: Limitations: Acting including acting, directing, produc-
plays, screenplays, and teleplays that students must audition and Technical/ tion, and management; auditions will
have been produced recently. Stu- Support students must interview prior to determine the specific assignment.
dents will realistically appraise the participating in the course 3 Units
marketability of their script through Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 18 Lecture hours
staged readings by student actors for appropriate placement; READ 043 or 108 Lab hours
an audience. appropriate placement; THTR 110
3 Units Transfers to: UC, CSU THTR 173
36 Lecture hours This course is for the student who Rehearsal and Performance:
54 Lab hours wants to participate in a stage pro- The Style Play
duction that is part of the American
THTR 164 College Theatre Festival (ACTF) Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Theatre Production Lab I competition. Students’ performances appropriate placement; READ 043 or
will be evaluated by judges repre- appropriate placement;
Corequisite: THTR 150 senting ACTF during public perfor- Transfers to: UC, CSU
Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate mances at Río Hondo, and some will
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This course is for students who want designers will learn how to collabo- skills and concepts acquired in THTR
to learn how to use performance rate with each other. Students will be 180 regarding the rigorous require-
styles and acting techniques in the involved in a new full-length, one- ments of touring a theatre produc-
preparation and performance of a act, or devised play. Students may tion, including acting, directing,
play with a specific style of theat- participate in a variety of activities scenic design, management, lighting,
ricality. These plays could include including acting, directing, produc- construction and maintenance of
the styles of comedy of manners, tion, management, playwriting, dra- props, costumes and sets. Students
melodrama, surrealism, realism, maturg, etc. Auditions will determine are assigned a specific responsibility
expressionism, futurism and more. most of the specific assignments. that directly relates to a production
Students will be involved in rehears- 3 Units that tours locally.
ing a full-length or short play and 18 Lecture hours 2 to 4 Units
then presenting it to a public audi- 108 Lab hours 18 to 36 Lecture hours
ence. Students may participate in a 54 to 108 Lab hours
variety of activities including acting, THTR 176
directing, management, dramaturg, Makeup Design and Production for THTR 186
etc. Auditions and/or interview will Theatre, TV, and Film Touring Theatre: The American College
determine most of the specific assign- Theatre Festival
ments. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
3 Units appropriate placement; READ 043 or Prerequisite: THTR 170, THTR 172,
18 Lecture hours appropriate placement THTR 173, or THTR 175
108 Lab hours Transfers to: CSU Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
This course is designed for students appropriate placement; READ 022 or
THTR 174 who seek to gain an understand- appropriate placement
Costume Design and Production for ing and appreciation of makeup Transfers to: UC, CSU
Theatre, TV, and Film techniques used for the theatre and This class is for the student who
other entertainment industries. Stu- wants to compete against students
Prerequisite: THTR 150 dents gain the practical knowledge at other colleges for theatre scholar-
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or and experience necessary to apply ships and recognition. It is open to
appropriate placement; READ 022 or theatrical makeup; an understand- those who have been nominated for
appropriate placement ing of makeup history; basic makeup an Irene Ryan scholarship, a Design,
Transfers to: UC, CSU design, including sketching; basic Stage Managing, Directing or Play-
This course is designed for the stu- application, including wigs and writing award or have been chosen
dent who seeks to gain an under- facial hair; makeup design tools, as a partner or are part of an officially
standing and appreciation of costume materials, and crafts; makeup sourc- invited production or scene. The
techniques used for the theatre and ing practices; and dressing room first part of the class the student will
other entertainment industries. The makeup preparation and practices prepare for the competition and the
student will gain the practical knowl- for productions. Students identify last part of the class will be the trip to
edge and experience necessary to period makeup styles and analyze the the festival. Usually in the 2nd week
work in a costume shop; an under- effectiveness of character makeup in of February, the festival takes place
standing of costume history; basic a production, and design, create, and in either California, Arizona, Utah,
costume design including sketching; source makeup supplies needed for a Nevada or Hawaii. At the festival the
basic costume construction includ- production. student will compete in their nomi-
ing alteration and sewing; costume 3 Units nated area, see invited plays, audition
design tools, materials, fabrics, 36 Lecture hours for plays and attend a variety of
textiles, and crafts; costume sourcing 54 Lab hours workshops under the supervision of
practices; and, backstage costume the instructor. This course may be
preparation and practices for produc- THTR 180 repeated three times for credit.
tions. Students will be able to identify Touring Theatre Local I 2 to 4 Units
period costumes (garments and 18 to 36 Lecture hours
accessories), analyze the effectiveness Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or 54 to 108 Lab hours
of costumes in a production, draft appropriate placement; READ 022 or
a pattern in order to sew/construct appropriate placement THTR 210
a garment, and source costumes Transfers to: UC, CSU Acting Workshop: Devising
needed for a production through This course is designed for the
vendors. student who wishes to gain a basic Prerequisite: THTR 110 or THTR 150 or
3 Units understanding of the rigorous THTR 153 or THTR 170 or THTR 171
36 Lecture hours requirements of touring a theatre pro- or THTR 174
54 Lab hours duction, including acting, lighting, Transfers to: UC, CSU
and maintaining props, costumes and This class is for the student who
THTR 175 sets. Students are assigned a specific wants to create their own work,
The Original Play in Production responsibility that directly relates to a whether they are actors or non-actors.
production that tours locally. The class will study the history of
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or 2 to 4 Units devising (also known as collective
appropriate placement; READ 043 or 18 to 36 Lecture hours creation), learn techniques of devis-
appropriate placement; THTR 110 or 54 to 108 Lab hours ing, and create, research, develop,
THTR 150 or THTR 160 rehearse and present a devised proj-
Transfers to: UC, CSU THTR 181 ect. Some knowledge of traditional
This course is designed for the Touring Theatre Local II theatre is helpful for this class. Some
student who wants to be part of the semesters a public performance will
process involved in the creation of a Prerequisite: THTR 180 be presented.
new play. The class will explore how Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or 3 Units
plays are structured and how charac- appropriate placement; READ 022 or 36 Lecture hours
ters fleshed out by living actors affect appropriate placement 54 Lab hours
the development of new theatre. Transfers to: UC, CSU
Playwrights, actors, directors and This course is designed for the
student who wishes to expand the

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THTR 215 and professional theatre organiza- VOCABULARY
Acting: A Course in Auditioning and tions under supervision of a college
Cold Reading instructor and is facilitated by the use Division of Communications &
of learning objectives. The student Languages
Prerequisite: THTR 110 will be working in a skilled or profes-
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or sional level assignment in their area VOCB 025
appropriate placement; READ 043 or of vocational interest and will meet Intermediate Vocabulary
appropriate placement performance objectives related to
Transfers to: CSU instruction that are above and beyond Advisory: READ 021 or appropriate
This course is designed for the stu- the conditions of regular employ- placement
dent who wants to be prepared and ment. This course is intended for stu- This course is intended for students
ready for academic, community or dents whose job is related to the field who want to develop precollegiate-
professional auditions. The student of theatre arts and have completed or level reading, writing, and speaking
will work with the teacher at each enrolled in the appropriate course- vocabulary. Students learn the mean-
class on selection of material, analyz- work. Instructor approval is required ing of new words commonly used
ing the text, presentation of material, to remain in the class. “Contact the in college textbooks and lectures,
presentation of self, personal appear- CWE office regarding re-enrollment and use them in written and spoken
ance, cold readings, relaxing for an procedures.” sentences. Students also gain knowl-
audition; preparation of resumes and Student Unpaid Internship: edge of word roots to reinforce their
pictures, etc, on line sources, etc. By 1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours; understanding of words. This is a
the end of the semester the student 3 Units/180 hours; 4 Units/240 hours non- degree applicable course and is
will have a variety of audition pieces Student Paid Internship: offered on a pass/no pass basis.
ready. 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours; 3 Units
3 Units 3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours. 54 Lecture hours
54 Lecture hours 1 to 4 Units
3 Lecture hours VOCB 101
THTR 230 60 to 300 Other hours Vocabulary & Etymology
Principles of Directing
THTR 299 Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100
Prerequisite: THTR 110 Directed Study: Theatre or appropriate placement; READ 022 or
Transfers to: UC, CSU appropriate placement
This course is for students who want Transfers to: CSU Transfers to: CSU
to develop their ability to work with Independent Study/Directed Study This course offers the student an
actors, interpret drama, and stage is intended for students who have opportunity to develop a college level
plays. It will cover the history and the ability to assume responsibil- vocabulary. The course emphasizes
the techniques of the stage director. ity for independent work and to an understanding of the etymology,
Emphasis is placed on class activities prepare written or oral reports and/ definition, and usage of words so
such as exercises in staging tech- or appropriate projects. To enroll in that students gain a comprehensive
niques and directing short scenes. an independent study/directed study understanding of the meanings
Career opportunities, stage manage- course, students must possess a 2.5 of words and how they are used.
ment and assistant directing are also overall grade point average and a 3.0 Additionally, students will study
covered. This course is a requirement grade point average in the discipline general and specialized terms used
for the Theatre Arts AS Degree. of study being requested, or receive in courses across the curriculum. In
3 Units an exception from the instructor. order to internalize word meanings
36 Lecture hours Independent Studies/Directed Studies successfully, students will work in
54 Lab hours may be developed from any topic individual, small group, and whole
arising from or related to a course of class settings.
THTR 231 study that will result in developing 3 Units
Principles of Directing II depth and breadth in that subject 54 Lecture hours
area. Students will be expected to
Prerequisite: THTR 230 meet on a regular basis with their fac- VOCATIONAL
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate ulty sponsor and submit a final report NURSING
placement or project, and student progress shall
Transfers to: UC, CSU be evaluated at regular intervals. Division of Health Sciences &
This course is designed for the stu- Academic standards for Independent Nursing
dent majoring in Theatre Arts. The Studies/Directed Studies shall be the
class is a continuation of Theatre Arts same as those for other courses. Units VN 061
230. Techniques in casting, rehears- are awarded in accordance to Title Basic Fundamentals of Nursing
ing, picturization, characterization, 5 regulations with one unit of credit
tempo and climax in play direction awarded for 54 hours of Directed Prerequisite: HS 060; PSY 101
are covered. Students will direct a Studies, six (6) hours of which must Corequisite: VN 061L
10-minute play with other students. be with an instructor. The instructor This course is designed for the entry
3 Units is responsible for monitoring student level vocational nursing student
36 Lecture hours progress through the semester. with a focus on the nursing process
54 Lab hours Students may take directed study and its application in medical/surgi-
courses for a maximum of three (3) cal settings. The role of the Licensed
THTR 290 units within a discipline, and may not Vocational Nurse in providing care
Cooperative Work Experience/Intern- accumulate more than a total of nine for patients in a variety of situations
ship for Theatre Arts Related Fields (9) units college wide. is discussed. This course is open to
1 to 3 Units students enrolled in the Vocational
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 54 to 162 Lab hours
appropriate placement; READ 043 or
appropriate placement
Transfers to: CSU
This course supports and reinforces
on-the-job training in business, indus-
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Nursing program and is required for is required for Vocational Nursing gical situations for the patient with
Vocational Nursing licensure. licensure. Offered on a pass/no pass gastrointestinal and renal problems.
3.5 Units basis. Emphasis is placed on the application
63 Lecture hours 3.5 Units of principles of nutrition in caring
189 Lab hours for patients with gastrointestinal and
VN 061L renal dysfunction. This course is open
Basic Fundamentals of VN 073 to students enrolled in the Vocational
Nursing Laboratory Basic Pharmacology Nursing Program and is required for
Vocational Nurse licensure.
Prerequisite: HS 060; PSY 101 Prerequisite: VN 061 and VN 061L 3.5 Units
Corequisite: VN 061 Advisory: HS 045 and READ 043 or 63 Lecture hours
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate appropriate placement
placement This is an introductory course of basic VN 077
This course is designed to provide the techniques and computations used Nursing Care of Patients with Car-
entry level vocational nursing student in the administration of medications. diovascular and Respiratory Nursing
with the opportunity to learn basic Completion of the course prepares Problems
nursing skills in the Health Science the student to safely administer medi-
Skills laboratory and the clinical set- cations to patients under the supervi- Prerequisite: VN 071L; VN 074 and VN
ting within the context of the nursing sion of the nursing instructor. This 075
process. The student will apply the course is open to students enrolled in Corequisite: VN 073
role of the Licensed Vocational Nurse the Vocational Nursing Program and Using the medical model, the nursing
in the clinical medical surgical set- is required for the Vocational Nurs- process, and Erickson’s psychosocial
ting. This course is open to students ing Licensure. theory of human development, this
enrolled in the Vocational Nursing 2 Units course is designed to prepare the
Program and is required for Voca- 36 Lecture hours vocational nursing student with the
tional Nursing licensure. Offered on a foundational knowledge necessary to
pass/no pass basis. VN 074 care for patients with cardiovascular
5 Units Nursing Care of Patients with Integu- and respiratory disorders. This course
270 Lab hours mentary/Orthopedic Problems and is open to students enrolled in the
Concepts of Gerontologic Nursing Vocational Nursing Program.
VN 071L 3 Units
Introduction to Medical-Surgical Prerequisite: VN 061 and VN 061L 54 Lecture hours
Nursing Lab Using the medical model, the nursing
process, and Erickson’s psychoso- VN 081L
Prerequisite: VN 061 and VN 061L cial theory of human development, Maternal and Pediatric Nursing Lab
This course will provide the student this course is designed to prepare
with the opportunity to use the nurs- the vocational nursing student with Prerequisite: VN 072L; VN 073, VN 074,
ing process at a beginning level to the foundational knowledge neces- VN 075, VN 076 and VN 077
care for patients in the clinical setting. sary to care for the aging patient, Corequisite: VN 084
The student will develop competency and patients with disorders of the This course will provide the stu-
in data collection and basic nurs- musculoskeletal and Integumen- dent with the opportunity to use
ing skills. Special emphasis will be tary systems. This course is open to the nursing process with increasing
placed on the care of the patient with students enrolled in the Vocational independence in proving care for
problems of the endocrine, musculo- Nursing Program. patients in the clinical setting. The
skeletal and integumentary systems, 2.5 Units student will increase competency in
as well as the older adult. This course 45 Lecture hours data collection and nursing skills.
is open to students enrolled in the Special emphasis will be placed on
Vocational Nursing Program and VN 075 the care of the pediatric, antepar-
is required for Vocational Nursing Nursing Care of Patients with tum, intrapartum, postpartum and
licensure. Offered on a pass/no pass Endocrine Problems newborn patient. This course is open
basis. to students enrolled in the Vocational
3.5 Units Prerequisite: VN 061 and VN 061L Nursing Program and is required for
189 Lab hours This course focuses on the use of Vocational Nurse licensure. Offered
the nursing process in caring for on a pass/no pass basis.
VN 072L individuals with disturbances of the 2.5 Units
Intermediate Medical-Surgical pancreas, thyroid, parathyroid, adre- 135 Lab hours
Nursing Lab nal and pituitary glands. The patho-
physiology, assessment data, nursing VN 082L
Prerequisite: VN 071L; VN 074 and VN problems, medical and nursing Advanced Medical/Surgical Nursing
075 interventions for patients with endo- Laboratory
Corequisite: VN 073 crine problems are discussed. This
This course will provide the student course is open to students enrolled in Prerequisite: VN 081L and VN 084
with the opportunity to use the nurs- the Vocational Nursing Program and This course will provide the student
ing process with increasing indepen- is required for Vocational Nursing with the opportunity to apply learned
dence in providing care for patients licensure. leadership skills within the Voca-
in the clinical setting. The student 1 Unit tional Nurse scope of practice. The
will increase competency in data 18 Lecture hours student will utilize the nursing pro-
collection and nursing skills. Special cess with increasing independence
emphasis will be placed on the care VN 076 and accountability in providing care
of the patient with problems of the Nursing Care of Patients with Renal, for patients in the clinical setting.
cardiovascular respiratory, gastro- Urinary and Gastrointestinal Problems Special emphasis will be placed on
intestinal and renal systems. This the care of medical/surgical patients
course is open to students enrolled in Prerequisite: VN 071L; VN 074 and VN with complex problems, neurologi-
the Vocational Nursing program and 075 cal system disorders and oncologi-
Corequisite:VN 073 cal problems. The student will have
This course focuses on the application the opportunity to further develop
of the nursing process in medical sur-

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the necessary communication skills VN 086 WELD 045
needed to provide care for patients Mental Health and Neurological Basic Electric Arc Welding
with mental health problems. This Nursing Problems
course is open to students enrolled Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
in the Vocational Nursing Program Prerequisite: VN 081L and VN 084 appropriate placement; READ 043 or
and is required for Vocational Nurse This course presents mental health appropriate placement
licensure. concepts that relate to emotional This course is intended for the
3.5 Units issues influencing a patient’s well- student who wants to progress to a
189 Lab hours being and problems related to the basic level of welding processes and
neurological system. Emphasis will further their skills in manual and
VN 083 be placed on the nursing process, as semi-automatic electric arc weld-
Applied Pharmacology it relates to problems of neurologi- ing methods and techniques. This
cal function and mental health. This course emphasizes skills in Shielded
Prerequisite: VN 073 course is open to those students Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas
Using the medical model, the nursing enrolled in the Vocational Nursing Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux
process, and Erickson’s psychoso- Program and is required for Voca- Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas
cial theory of human development, tional Nursing licensure. Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). The
this course is designed to prepare 3 Units course also focuses on safety, theory,
the vocational nursing student with 54 Lecture hours characteristics and settings for power
the advanced knowledge necessary supplies and welding units, electric
to safely administer medications VN 087 current settings, electrode identifica-
to patients and accurately assess Nursing Care of Patients with Cancer tion and selection, welding positions,
the patient response to medication and welding of ferrous and non-
therapy under the supervision of Prerequisite: VN 072L and VN 081L; VN ferrous metals. Special emphasis will
the nursing instructor. This course 073, VN 074, VN 075, VN 076, VN 077 be placed on developing proficiency
is open to students enrolled in the and VN 084 and speed for high-volume produc-
Vocational Nursing Program. This course focuses on the application tion applications.
2 Units of the nursing process in medical- 2 Units
36 Lecture hours surgical situations for the patient 18 Lecture hours
with cancer diagnoses of various 54 Lab hours
VN 084 body systems and immune deficiency
Maternal and Pediatric Nursing disorders. Emphasis is placed on the WELD 050
physical, psychological, and psycho- Semi-Automatic Welding Processes
Prerequisite: VN 072L; VN 073, VN 074, social effects of diagnosis, medical
VN 075, VN 076 and VN 077 therapy, and nursing intervention Prerequisite: WELD 040
Corequisite: VN 081L with the application of principles Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
This course focuses on growth and of nutrition, pharmacokinetics, and appropriate placement; READ 043 or
development, with concomitant palliative care in caring for patients appropriate placement
problems traced from the newborn with cancer. The course is open to This course is intended for students
through infancy, toddler, preschool, students enrolled in the Vocational who want to progress to an inter-
school-age, and adolescent stages. Nursing Program and is required for mediate level of welding processes
Emphasis is placed upon nursing the Vocational Nurse licensure. and further their skills in wire-fed,
care appropriate to the developmen- 1 Unit semi-automatic welding methods
tal stage of the child, and pediatric 18 Lecture hours and techniques. This course empha-
problems including biological and sizes skills in gas metal arc welding
psychological problems affecting WELDING (GMAW) and flux cored arc welding
both healthy and hospitalized chil- (FCAW). The course also focuses
dren and families. This course is open Division of Career & on safety, theory, characteristics
to students enrolled in the Vocational Technical Education and settings for power supplies and
Nursing Program, and is required for wire feeding units, electric current
the Vocational Nursing License. WELD 040 settings, electrode identification and
4 Units Introduction to Welding Processes selection, welding positions, and
72 Lecture hours welding of ferrous and non- ferrous
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or metals. Special emphasis is placed on
VN 085 appropriate placement; READ 043 or developing proficiency and speed for
Leadership & Supervision for the appropriate placement high-volume production applications.
Vocational Nurse This is an introductory class designed 4 Units
to familiarize the student with several 36 Lecture hours
Prerequisite: VN 072L; VN 073, VN 074, welding processes that are currently 108 Lab hours
VN 075, VN 076, and VN 077 used in the welding and metal fabri-
This course introduces principles of cation industry. This course offers an WELD 055
leadership, group dynamics, delega- overview and basic introduction to Manual Electric Arc Welding Processes
tion, and effective communication in the theory and practice of a variety of
working relationships for the voca- welding and metal cutting methods. Prerequisite: WELD 040
tional nurse. Emphasis is placed on This course will emphasize safety, Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
delegating work to and supervising theory, procedure, and practical skill appropriate placement; READ 043 or
nursing assistants, other vocational development. appropriate placement
nurses, and unlicensed assistive per- 2 Units This course is intended for the
sonnel. The course is open to students 18 Lecture hours student who wants to progress to
enrolled in the Vocational Nursing 54 Lab hours an intermediate level of welding
Program and is required for the Voca- processes and further their skills in
tional Nurse license. manual electric arc welding methods
0.5 Units and techniques. This course empha-
9 Lecture hours sizes skills in shielded metal arc
welding (SMAW) and gas tungsten
arc welding (GTAW). The course also

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focuses on safety, theory, character- dents to using positioners, welding WELD 081
istics and settings for power supplies fixtures, and tooling commonly used Pipe Welding - Level I
and welding units, electric current in the workplace. Preparation for
settings, electrode identification and welding certification is covered. Prerequisite: WELD 075
selection, welding positions, and 4 Units Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
welding of ferrous and non-ferrous 36 Lecture hours appropriate placement; READ 043 or
metals. Special emphasis will be 108 Lab hours appropriate placement
placed on developing proficiency and This course is the first in a series of
speed for high volume production WELD 075 courses for welding of pipe using the
applications. Certification Welding I shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
4 Units process. The course will cover safety
36 Lecture hours Prerequisite: WELD 055 procedures, electrode selection, weld
108 Lab hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or joint preparation, and weld quality.
appropriate placement; READ 043 or Emphasis will be placed on student
WELD 060 appropriate placement proficiency in welding pipe in the 1G,
Production Welding Techniques This course is an advanced course 2G and 5G positions in accordance
offering specialized instruction with American Petroleum Institute
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate necessary for passing the City of API-1104: Standard for Welding Pipe-
placement; WELD 045 Los Angeles Department of Build- lines and Related Facilities.
This is an intermediate level course ing & Safety (LADBS) certified 4 Units
focused on welding techniques used welder performance examinations. 36 Lecture hours
in high-volume production manufac- Emphasis will be placed on building 108 Lab hours
turing environments. Students gain skills in Shielded Metal Arc Welding
proficiency using pulsed-arc and non- (SMAW), Flux Cored Arc Welding WELD 082
pulsed-arc GMAW and GTAW pro- (FCAW), and Gas Metal Arc Weld- Pipe Layout and Fabrication
cesses on carbon steel, stainless steel, ing (GMAW) as applicable to acquire
and aluminum materials. Correct LADBS certified welder classifica- Prerequisite: WELD 075
use of welding fixtures, positioners, tions in structural steel, light gauge Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
and other auxiliary equipment are steel, and structural aluminum. appropriate placement; READ 043 or
covered. Emphasis is placed on using Safety, welding codes, welding pro- appropriate placement
shop safety in addition to developing cedures and techniques, inspection This course examines the fundamen-
proper working procedures. requirements, nondestructive test- tal concepts used in the fabrication
4 Units ing, and destructive testing will be of carbon steel pipe connections and
36 Lecture hours covered. This course may be repeated fittings. Emphasis will be placed
108 Lab hours once for certification or licensure on constructing lateral, sleeve, and
standards, only by permit from the branch pipe connections commonly
WELD 065 division. used in the piping industry. Use
Introduction to Gas Tungsten 4 Units of manual and mechanized ther-
Arc Welding 36 Lecture hours mal cutting equipment is covered.
108 Lab hours Related math calculations and cutting
Prerequisite: WELD 040 techniques will be utilized to prepare
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or WELD 080 students for entry into a pipe fitting
appropriate placement; READ 043 or Certification Welding II related field.
appropriate placement 4 Units
This course introduces the principles Preequisite: WELD 055 36 Lecture hours
and practices of gas tungsten arc Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 108 Lab hours
welding (GTAW), including set-up/ appropriate placement; READ 043 or
use of GTAW equipment and safe use appropriate placement WELD 083
of tools and equipment. Instruction This course is intended for the Pipe Welding II
and practice is provided for gaining student who wants to progress to an
proficiency welding carbon steel, advanced level of welding processes Prerequisite: WELD 081
stainless steel, and aluminum weld and certification. This course offers Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
joints in the flat and horizontal posi- specialized training and instruction appropriate placement; READ 043 or
tions. Fundamentals of the GTAW which are necessary to take and pass appropriate placement
process, correct consumables, equip- the written test portion of the City of This course is second in a series of
ment, and pre-weld preparation will Los Angeles Department of Building courses for welding of carbon steel
be covered. & Safety (LADBS) Certified Welder pipe using the shielded metal arc
4 Units Examination. This course emphasizes welding (SMAW) and gas tungsten
36 Lecture hours specific skills in Shielded Metal Arc arc welding (GTAW) processes.
108 Lab hours Welding (SMAW), Flux Cored Arc The course will cover safety pro-
Welding (FCAW), and Gas Metal Arc cedures, electrode selection, weld
WELD 070 Welding (GMAW) as it applies to joint preparation, and weld quality.
Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Certification in Structural Steel, Light Emphasis will be placed on achieving
Gage Steel, and Structural Alumi- proficiency in welding pipe in the 1G,
Prerequisite: WELD 065 num. The course also focuses on 2G and 6G positions in accordance
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or safety, welding codes, test prepara- with American Society of Mechanical
appropriate placement; READ 043 or tion, procedures, and destructive test- Engineering (ASME) pressure vessel
appropriate placement ing. Special emphasis will be placed codes.
This course provides further on developing proficiency in order to 4 Units
advancement of knowledge and skills successfully pass the LADBS exam. 36 Lecture hours
in gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW). This course may be repeated once for 108 Lab hours
Emphasis is placed on developing certification or licensure standards,
proficiency in welding carbon steel, only by permit from the division.
stainless steel, and aluminum weld 3 Units
joints in the vertical and overhead 54 Lecture hours
position. This course exposes stu-

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WELD 084 WILDLAND FIRE exercises, demonstrations, and evalu-
Pipe Welding - Level III TECHNOLOGY ations will cover set up, operation,
and maintenance of pump equip-
Prerequisite: WELD 083 Division of Public Safety ment. This course meets the National
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Wildfire Coordinating Group’s
appropriate placement; READ 043 or WFT 040 (NWCG) requirements.
appropriate placement Firefighter Type 2 (S130) 1.1 Units
This course is an advanced course to 16 Lecture hours
provide further development in pipe Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or 12 Lab hours
welding skills leading to certification. appropriate placement; READ 043 or
The course will survey the theory and appropriate placement WFT 043
application of welding carbon steel This course provides students seek- Wildland Fire Chain Saws (S212)
pipe using gas metal arc welding ing wildland training and certifica-
(GMAW) in the 2G, 5G, and 6G posi- tion at the Type 2 level. This course Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
tions using downhill and uphill pro- provides instruction in wildland fire appropriate placement; READ 043 or
gression. Emphasis will be placed on behavior, hazard recognition, human appropriate placement
the development of advanced skills factors in high-risk environments, This course provides the basic
in welding pipe in accordance with basic incident command system, knowledge, understanding, function,
the American Society of Mechanical radio operations, and documentation. maintenance, and use of internal
Engineers (ASME) and the American Classroom and field exercises will combustion engine powered chain
Welding Society (AWS) codes. prepare the student for a position as a saws. The student will also learn the
4 Units Firefighter Type 2 (FF2). This course tactical use of wildland fire chain-
36 Lecture hours meets the National Wildfire Coor- saws. Field exercises support entry
108 Lab hours dinating Group’s (NWCG) require- level training for fighters with little or
ments for S-130. no previous experience in operat-
WELD 085 2 Units ing a chain saw. The field exercises
Introduction to Metal Fabrication 32 Lecture hours will provide students with hands-on
12 Lab hours cutting experience in surroundings
Prerequisite: WELD 040; WELD 050; similar to fire line situations. This
WELD 055; WELD 065 WFT 041 is an entry level course for students
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Firefighter Type 1 (S131) interested in wildland fire suppres-
appropriate placement; READ 043 or sion and is highly recommended
appropriate placement Prerequisite: WFT 040 prior to enrolling in the intermediate
This is an introductory course that Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or level wildland fire related course.
examines the theory and applica- appropriate placement; READ 043 or This course meets the National Wild-
tion aspects of metal fabrication. It appropriate placement fire Coordinating Group (NWCG)
covers the safe and effective use of This course prepares interested stu- requirements.
metal fabricating equipment and dents with additional leadership and 1 Unit
tools to complete assigned projects. skill sets needed to make leadership 9 Lecture hours
This course also includes hands-on and tactical decisions on wildland 27 Lab hours
instruction and practice in cutting, fire incidents. This course provides
grinding, drilling, rolling, bending instruction in the Risk Management WFT 044
and welding tasks in accordance with Process, fireline reference materi- Introduction to ICS (I100)
supplied shop drawings. als, portable fire pump operations,
3 Units staging area standard operating Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
27 Lecture hours procedures and practices. Classroom appropriate placement; READ 043 or
81 Lab hours and field exercises will prepare the appropriate placement
student for a position as a Firefighter This course provides first respond-
WELD 299 Type 1 (FFl) as recognized by the ers and other interested students an
Directed Study in Welding Technology National Wildfire Coordinating introduction to the Incident Com-
Group’s (NWCG). mand System (IC5-100). This course
Prerequisite: 2.5 overall grade point 2 Units also provides a basic introduction to
average and a 3.0 grade point average in 32 Lecture hours wildland fire management (5-110)
the discipline of study being requested, or 12 Lab hours and a basic working knowledge of
receive an exception from the instructor the human performance concepts
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or WFT 042 in dynamic and high-risk environ-
appropriate placement; READ 043 or Portable Pumps and Water Use (S211) ments (L-180). This course meets
appropriate placement the National Incident Management
Transfers to: CSU Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or System (NIMS) and National Wild-
This course provides an opportunity appropriate placement; READ 043 or fire Coordinating Group (NWCG)
for the student to expand their stud- appropriate placement National Standard Curriculum.
ies in Welding Technology beyond This course provides students with 1 Unit
the classroom by completing a project practical knowledge and skills in 18 Lecture hours
or an assignment arranged by an the use of portable fire pumps and
agreement between the student and related equipment during wildland WFT 045
instructor. The student is required fire incidents. The course consists of ICS for Single Resources (I200)
to contract with the instructor to three skill areas: supply, delivery,
determine the scope of the assign- and application of water. Students Prerequisite: WFT 044 or ICS 100 certi-
ment and the unit value assigned for will be required to demonstrate their fication from FEMA, NWCG or CSFM
successful completion. Students may knowledge of correct water use, basic (CA State Fire Marshal)
take a maximum of 3 units of directed hydraulics, and equipment care. Field Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
study within a discipline and 9 units appropriate placement; READ 043 or
college wide. appropriate placement
1 to 3 Units This course is designed to teach first
54 to 162 Lab hours responders and other interested stu-
dents to operate efficiently during an

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incident or event within the Incident WFT 077 wildland fire predictions. This course
Command System (ICS). The course Wildland Fire Academy meets or exceeds the National Wild-
focuses on the implementation of ICS fire Coordinating Group (NWCG)
and single resources. Topics include Prerequisite: FTEC 044 requirements.
ICS fundamentals review, leader- Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate 3 Units
ship and management, delegation of placement; WFT 101, WFT 102, WFT 54 Lecture hours
authority, management by objectives, 103
ICS functional areas and positions, This course is designed for students WFT 102
briefings, organizational flexibility, who want to gain certification as Wildland Fire Fighter Safety
and transfer of command. This course a wildland firefighter through the and Survival
provides training and resources for National Wildland Coordinating
personnel who are likely to assume Group (NWCG). This course provides Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
a supervisory position within the training in hand crew formation, appropriate placement; READ 043 or
ICS. This course meets the National fireline construction, and the use of appropriate placement
Incident Management System (NIMS) wildland fire equipment. Certification Transfers to: CSU
National Standard Curriculum. is included in Human Factors in the This course is one in a series of core
0.7 Units Wildland Fire Service (NWCG L-180), courses required for the Wildland
13 Lecture hours Firefighter Training (NWCG S-130), Fire Technology Certificate of
Firefighter Type 1 (NWCG S-131), Achievement and Associate of Sci-
WFT 046 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behav- ence Degree program. This course
Intermediate ICS (I300) ior (NWCG S-190), Portable Pumps provides students with information
and Water Use (NWCG S-211), Firing necessary to understand occupational
Prerequisite: WFT 045 Operations (NWCG S-219), Basic Air safety and hazards associated with
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or Operations (NWCG S-270), American wildland firefighting operations.
appropriate placement; READ 043 or Heart Association (AHA) First Aid/ Emphasis will be placed on situ-
appropriate placement CPR/AED Certification, California ational awareness, protective mea-
This course provides description Specialized Training Institute (CSTI) sures, accident avoidance procedures,
and detail of the Incident Command Hazardous Materials First Responder and the risk management process.
System (ICS) organization and opera- Awareness (FRA) and Hazardous Students will also review fire ground
tions in supervisory roles on expand- Material Operations (FRO), and near misses, entrapments, and fatali-
ing or Type 3 incidents. Topics California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) ties. This course meets or exceeds
include ICS fundamentals review, Low Angle Rope Rescue Operations the National Wildfire Coordinating
incident/event assessment and (LARRO). Students learn about wild- Group (NWCG) requirements.
agency guidance in establishing inci- land fire crews (engine crews, hand 3 Units
dent objectives, Unified Command, crews, hotshot crews, helitak crews, 54 Lecture hours
incident resource management, plan- and smokejumpers), wildland fire
ning process, demobilization, transfer behavior, wildland firefighter per- WFT 103
of command, and close out. Students sonal protective equipment, wildland Wildland Fire Operations
will be organized into teams for firefighter safety, helicopter safety,
classroom exercises that replicate an dozer safety, wildland fire pumps, Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
incident operation. This course meets and wildland fire tools and firing appropriate placement; READ 043 or
the National Incident Management devices. This course includes ardu- appropriate placement
Systems (NIMS) National Standard ous physical conditioning includ- Transfers to: CSU
Curriculum. ing hiking with up to 45 pounds of This course is one in a series of core
1 Unit weight and other strenuous outdoor courses required by the Wildland Fire
24 Lecture hours activities. The academy exceeds the Technology Certificate of Achieve-
United States Forest Service (USFS) ment and Associate of Science Degree
WFT 047 minimum training requirements for program. This course provides
Advanced ICS (I400) an entry-level wildland firefighter for students with information neces-
certification purposes. sary to understand ground and air
Prerequisite: WFT 046 16 Units operations associated with wildland
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or 189 Lecture hours firefighting operations. Emphasis
appropriate placement; READ 043 or 297 Lab hours will be placed on incident command
appropriate placement system use, strategy, tactics, hazards,
This course provides skills and WFT 101 resource typing, management, and
resources required for advanced Wildland Fire Behavior safety procedures during wildland
application of the Incident Command fire incidents. This course meets or
System (ICS) organization and opera- Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or exceeds the National Wildfire Coordi-
tions. This course expands on ICS- appropriate placement; READ 043 or nating Group (NWCG) requirements.
100, ICS-200, and ICS-300 courses and appropriate placement; MATH 033 or 3 Units
is intended for command and general MATH 033B or appropriate placement 54 Lecture hours
staff positions. Topics include ICS Transfers to: CSU
fundamentals review, major and/or This course is one in a series of core WFT 104
complex incident/event management, courses required for the Wildland Wildland Fire Investigation, Prevention
area command, and multiagency Fire Technology Certificate of and Public Information
coordination. Group exercises will Achievement and Associate of Sci-
emphasize advanced ICS concepts. ence Degree program. This course Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
This course meets the National Inci- provides students with informa- appropriate placement; READ 043 or
dent Management Systems (NIMS) tion necessary to understand basic appropriate placement
National Standard Curriculum. wildland fire behavior, wildland fire Transfers to: CSU
1 Unit predictions, and wildland fire opera- This course is one in a series of core
18 Lecture hours tion safety. Wildland fire environ- courses required by the Wildland Fire
mental factors and the tools required Technology Certificate of Achieve-
to monitor weather and fire behavior ment and Associate of Science Degree
will be discussed as it relates to program. This course provides
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necessary to understand the roles and Student Unpaid Internship:
functions of the Public Information 1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours;
Officer (PIO, S-203), Fire Prevention 3 Units/180 hours; 4 Units/240 hours
Education Team Member (PETM, Student Paid Internship:
P-101), and the Wildland Fire Inves- 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours;
tigator (INVF, FI-110). Various wild- 3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours.
land fire associated class projects will 1 to 4 Units
challenge the student’s public speak- 3 Lecture hours
ing, report writing, and presentation 60 to 300 Other hours
skills. This course meets or exceeds
the National Wildfire Coordinating
Group (NWCG) requirements.
3 Units
54 Lecture hours

WFT 105
Wildland Fire Logistics, Finance and
Planning

Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
appropriate placement; READ 043 or
appropriate placement
Transfers to: CSU
This course is one in a series of core
courses required by the Wildland Fire
Technology Certificate of Achieve-
ment and Associate of Science Degree
program. This course provides
students with information necessary
to understand the responsibilities and
functions of the logistics, finance, and
planning sections. Emphasis will be
placed on how the different incident
command system sections are orga-
nized and utilized during wildland
fire incidents. This course meets or
exceeds the National Wildfire Coordi-
nating Group (NWCG) requirements.
3 Units
54 Lecture hours

WFT 290
Cooperative Work Experience/Intern-
ship for Wildland Fire Technology
Related Fields

Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
appropriate placement; READ 043 or
appropriate placement
Transfers to: CSU
This course supports and reinforces
on-the-job training in the wildland
fire technology (WFT) field under
supervision of a college instructor,
facilitated by learning objectives.
Students work in a skilled or profes-
sional- level assignment in the area of
wildland fire technology, and meet
performance objectives related to
instruction required for the condi-
tions of regular employment. The
course is intended for students whose
job is related to the wildland fire
technology field and who have com-
pleted or enrolled in the appropriate
coursework. Contact the CWE office
regarding re-enrollment procedures.

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Noncredit Courses

NAJ 001 that inform the authority, liability, ment, ethical and moral standards,
Public Safety Careers Exploration and responsibilities of public safety California law, and other related
agencies in conducting arrests, issues. Students will receive individu-
This course provides an orientation searches, and seizures. Students gain alized instruction tailored to their
to the dynamic field of public safety an overview of the laws of arrest, plan of study.
services and career paths. Topics types of searches and seizures, and 0 Units
include survey of the history and their respective execution procedures. 1 to 500 Lab hours
development of public safety agen- 0 Units
cies, ethical and moral standards of 4 lecture hours NART 005
service members, types of employ- Theatre Production Workshop
ment opportunities, education and NAJ 005 (Formerly NVOC 005)
training requirements. Students Fundamentals of Report Writing
receive guidance in individual assess- This course will introduce students
ment of suitable careers and develop This course introduces the critical to all aspects of preparing for and
personal education plans. functions of investigative reports and presenting a full theater production.
0 Units the responsibility of Public Safety Topics covered will include techni-
8 Lecture hours professionals in preparing com- cal set-up of the stage, the dress
plete and accurate reports. Students rehearsal, pre-show preparation,
NAJ 002 learn the components of an effective techniques for striking the set and the
Public Safety Officer Employment investigative report, review essential special needs of a traveling show.
Readiness: Oral Interview and Personal grammar and writing mechanics, and 0 Units
History practice composing a concise report. 18 Lecture hours
0 Units 18 Lab hours
This course equips students with 8 Lecture hours
knowledge and practical guidance NART 285
in the pre-employment background NAJ 006 Graphic Design Skills Development
investigation process for careers in Public Safety Officer Lifetime Wellness (Formerly NVOC 285)
public safety. Students learn how to and Stress Management II
thoroughly complete the Personal This course complements the GDSN
History Statement. Mock interviews This course reinforces personal dis- lab and lecture courses and is
and evaluations reinforce oral com- ciplines in maintaining physical and designed to provide an additional
munication skills, and guidance mental wellness for Pre-Academy opportunity for students to prac-
in professional conduct prepares students and prospective police tice concepts covered in the lab and
students to confidently navigate the cadets. A practicum companion to lecture courses and enhance their
job application process. NPAC 003 Lifetime Wellness and Graphic Design work in preparation
0 Units Stress Management I, this course of their portfolios. These instruc-
8 Lecture hours emphasizes physical performance tional activities are not available in
training to meet specific requirements the regular lecture/lab courses and
NAJ 003 of the California Commission on are not required for the grade in
Public Safety Officer Lifetime Wellness Peace Officer Standards and Training. the courses. It is recommended for
and Stress Management I 0 Units students who have previously or are
6 Lecture hours currently enrolled in any Río Hondo
This course offers principles of College Graphic Design course with a
physical fitness and mental health NAJ 007 prefix of ART or GDSN.
for students preparing for careers PELLETB: Exam Preparation 0 Units
in public safety. Physical wellness 1 to 400 Lab hours
topics include principles of physical This is an academic test preparation
conditioning, foundations of balanced course for Pre-Academy students NART 291
nutrition, common medical concerns, seeking admissions to the Police Career Exploration: Graphic Design I:
and elements of the Physical Agility Academy. Students gain an overview History
Test (PAT). Mental health topics of the components of the POST Entry (Formerly NVOC 291)
include stress physiology, importance Level Law Enforcement Test Battery
of social support, effects of substance (PELLETB) and are guided in practice Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate
use, and stress management tech- exercises with sample questions. assessment
niques. Students gain awareness of 0 Units This course is intended for students
the integrated nature of mind-body 4 Lecture hours interested in the exploration of a
health and develop personal fitness career in Graphic Design. This course
programs. NAJ 008 is the first in a series of 4 courses and
0 Units Fundamentals of Law Enforcement/ is an abbreviated survey of the ori-
8 Lecture hours Individual Study gins of the Graphic Design profession
(Formerly NVOC 008) from the time of Gutenberg through
NAJ 004 the Industrial Revolution into the
Introduction to Laws of Arrest/Search This course is designed to provide modern Digital Era.
and Seizure law enforcement students or those 0 Units
involved in a related public service 12 Lecture hours
This course is an introduction to key subject to expand on their knowledge
federal and state constitutional laws in the major points of law enforce-
ment. Topics include history and
general development of law enforce-

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NART 292 ing and assuming responsibility for involve individualized and/or small
Career Exploration: Graphic Design II: own behavior; and investigation into group instruction as needed. Students
Process career and life planning alternatives wishing to enroll in this course will
(Formerly NVOC 292) can be explored. Included can be need consent from a high school
diagnostic testing, survey of interests, counselor and consent from a parent.
Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate and capabilities, and development The course covers the Common Core
assessment of positive self-image through group State Standards domains of Number
This course is intended for students interaction. and Quantity, Algebra, and portions
interested in the exploration of a 0 Units of Functions.
career in Graphic Design. This course 18 Lecture hours 0 Units
is the second in a series of 4 courses 22 to 100 Lecture hours
and is an overview of the practices NBAS 008
and tasks involved in the process of Personal Learning Skills/Basic Skills NBAS 015
developing a graphic design solution. Review of Integrated Math I Part B
0 Units This course assists the student to
12 Lecture hours become more effective and efficient This course is a review of the second
in developing skills and knowledge half of Integrated Math I. It is mainly
NART 293 necessary to function in a work set- a self-paced, software-based indepen-
Career Exploration: Graphic Design III: ting. Skills may include psychomo- dent study program which permits
Academic Pathways tor skills, communication skills and a high school student to retake the
(Formerly NVOC 293) computer software skills. Opportuni- second semester of Integrated Math I,
ties to develop critical thinking skills for the purpose of making up credit
Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate in simulated situations are provided. and/or improving their grade from a
assessment The student may use computer prior attempt at the course, but may
This course is intended for students assisted instructional programs, word involve individualized and/or small
interested in the exploration of a processing, equipment related to the group instruction as needed. Students
career in Graphic Design. This course work setting, audiovisual materi- wishing to enroll in this course will
is the third in a series of 4 courses and als and computer software to meet need consent from a high school
is an overview of the academic path- program objectives. Faculty and peers counselor and consent from a parent.
ways available to students interested will provide tutoring services and The course covers the Common Core
in the Graphic Design profession. assist students in completing assign- State Standards domains of Geom-
0 Units ments. etry, Statistics and Probability, and
12 Lecture hours 0 Units portions of Functions.
120 Lecture hours 0 Units
NART 294 22 to 100 Lecture hours
Career Exploration: Graphic Design IV: NBAS 009
Career Paths Supervised Tutoring in College Courses NBAS 016
(Formerly NVOC 294) Review of Integrated Math II Part A
This course provides students with
Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate the tools they need to excel in their This course is a review of the first half
assessment courses. Trained tutors individually of Integrated Math II. It is mainly a
This course is intended for students help students attain higher levels of self-paced, software-based indepen-
interested in the exploration of a comprehension and competency by dent study program which permits
career in Graphic Design. This course providing supplemental instruction a high school student to retake the
is the fourth in a series of 4 courses for pre-approved subjects. Work- first semester of Integrated Math II,
and is an overview of the general shops enhance student learning. The for the purpose of making up credit
career pathways available to students course is open-entry/open-exit. and/or improving their grade from a
interested in the Graphic Design 0 Units prior attempt at the course, but may
profession. 1 to 360 Lab hours involve individualized and/or small
0 Units group instruction as needed. Students
12 Lecture hours NBAS 010 wishing to enroll in this course will
Supervised Tutoring in Mathematics need consent from a high school
NBAS 004 counselor and consent from a parent.
General Academic Advisement Trained tutors will individually help The course covers the Common Core
students who need assistance in State Standards domains of Algebra,
Courses designed to assist aware- attaining comprehension and compe- portions of Functions, and portions of
ness of college programs and services tency in mathematical learning skills. Number and Quantity.
and exercising good judgment in the This course is designed to supple- 0 Units
selection of classes and an academic ment the instruction in mathemat- 22 to 100 Lecture hours
path. Topics can include basic skills ics courses and other courses with
assessment, campus life, academic mathematical content. This course is NBAS 017
and career choices, and other related open-entry/ open-exit. Review of Integrated Math II Part B
subjects. 0 Units
0 Units 1 to 360 Lab hours This course is a review of the second
18 Lecture hours half of Integrated Math II. It is mainly
NBAS 014 a self-paced, software-based indepen-
NBAS 005 Review of Integrated Math I Part A dent study program which permits
Personal and Career Exploration a high school student to retake the
This course is a review of the first half second semester of Integrated Math
Courses to increase awareness of of Integrated Math I. It is mainly a II, for the purpose of making up
processes for personal and career self-paced, software-based indepen- credit and/or improving their grade
growth. Intellectual, social, emo- dent study program which permits from a prior attempt at the course,
tional, and physical development; a high school student to retake the but may involve individualized
personal values clarification; deci- first semester of Integrated Math I, and/or small group instruction as
sion making; identification of needs for the purpose of making up credit needed. Students wishing to enroll
and methods of satisfying; human and/or improving their grade from a in this course will need consent from
sexuality and family life; and accept- prior attempt at the course, but may

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a high school counselor and consent the Common Core State Standards portions of Expressing Geometric
from a parent. The course covers domains of Number and Quantity, Properties with Equations, Geometric
the Common Core State Standards Algebra, and portions of Functions. Measurement and Dimension, and
domains of Geometry, Statistics and 0 Units Statistics and Probability.
Probability, portions of Number and 22 to 100 Lecture hours 0 Units
Quantity, and portions of Functions. 22 to 100 Lecture hours
0 Units NBAS 021
22 to 100 Lecture hours Review of Algebra I Part B NBAS 024
Review of Algebra II Part A
NBAS 018 This course is a review of the second
Review of Integrated Math III Part A half of Algebra I. It is mainly a self- This course is a review of the first half
paced, software-based independent of Algebra II. It is mainly a self-paced,
This course is a review of the first half study program which permits a software-based independent study
of Integrated Math III. It is mainly a high school student to retake the program which permits a high school
self-paced, software-based indepen- second semester of Algebra I, for the student to retake the first semester of
dent study program which permits purpose of making up credit and/ Algebra II, for the purpose of making
a high school student to retake the or improving their grade from a up credit and/or improving their
first semester of Integrated Math III, prior attempt at the course, but may grade from a prior attempt at the
for the purpose of making up credit involve individualized and/or small course, but may involve individual-
and/or improving their grade from a group instruction as needed. Students ized and/or small group instruction
prior attempt at the course, but may wishing to enroll in this course will as needed. Students wishing to enroll
involve individualized and/or small need consent from a high school in this course will need consent from
group instruction as needed. Students counselor and consent from a parent. a high school counselor and consent
wishing to enroll in this course will The course covers the Common Core from a parent. The course covers
need consent from a high school State Standards domains of Geom- the Common Core State Standards
counselor and consent from a parent. etry, Statistics and Probability, and domains of Number and Quantity,
The course covers the Common Core portions of Functions. Algebra, and portions of Functions.
State Standards domains of Algebra, 0 Units 0 Units
and portions of Functions. 22 to 100 Lecture hours 22 to 100 Lecture hours
0 Units
22 to 100 Lecture hours NBAS 022 NBAS 025
Review of Geometry Part A Review of Algebra II Part B
NBAS 019
Review of Integrated Math III Part B This course is a review of the first half This course is a review of the second
of Geometry. It is mainly a self-paced, half of Algebra II. It is mainly a
This course is a review of the second software-based independent study self-paced, software-based indepen-
half of Integrated Math III. It is program which permits a high school dent study program which permits
mainly a self-paced, software-based student to retake the first semester of a high school student to retake the
independent study program which Geometry, for the purpose of making second semester of Algebra II, for
permits a high school student to up credit and/or improving their the purpose of making up credit
retake the second semester of Inte- grade from a prior attempt at the and/or improving their grade from a
grated Math III, for the purpose of course, but may involve individual- prior attempt at the course, but may
making up credit and/or improving ized and/or small group instruction involve individualized and/or small
their grade from a prior attempt at as needed. Students wishing to enroll group instruction as needed. Students
the course, but may involve individu- in this course will need consent from wishing to enroll in this course will
alized and/or small group instruction a high school counselor and consent need consent from a high school
as needed. Students wishing to enroll from a parent. The course covers counselor and consent from a parent.
in this course will need consent from the Common Core State Standards The course covers the Common Core
a high school counselor and consent domains of: portions of Congruence, State Standards domains of Geom-
from a parent. The course covers portions of Similarity, Right Trian- etry, Statistics and Probability, and
the Common Core State Standards gles, and Trigonometry, and portions portions of Functions.
domains of Number and Quantity, of Modeling with Geometry. 0 Units
Geometry, Statistics and Probability, 0 Units 22 to 100 Lecture hours
and portions of Functions. 22 to 100 Lecture hours
0 Units NBIZ 001
22 to 100 Lecture hours NBAS 023 Introduction to Computers
Review of Geometry Part B
NBAS 020 This course is designed to enable
Review of Algebra I Part A This course is a review of the second efficient operation of the alpha-
half of Geometry. It is mainly a numeric keyboard on a computer.
This course is a review of the first half self-paced, software-based indepen- Common keyboarding techniques
of Algebra I. It is mainly a self-paced, dent study program which permits will be applied to develop speed and
software-based independent study a high school student to retake the accuracy. Students will create typed
program which permits a high school second semester of Geometry, for the document files and learn editing/
student to retake the first semester of purpose of making up credit and/ formatting functions on Microsoft®
Algebra I, for the purpose of making or improving their grade from a Word® and a variety of word pro-
up credit and/or improving their prior attempt at the course, but may cessing programs in order to prepare
grade from a prior attempt at the involve individualized and/or small school assignments, personal and
course, but may involve individual- group instruction as needed. Students essential business correspondences.
ized and/or small group instruction wishing to enroll in this course will 0 Units
as needed. Students wishing to enroll need consent from a high school 24- Lecture hours
in this course will need consent from counselor and consent from a parent.
a high school counselor and consent The course covers the Common Core
from a parent. The course covers State Standards domains of Congru-
ence, portions of Similarity, Right
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NBIZ 002 NBIZ 006 the escrow process, to closing loans.
Keyboarding and Word Processing Microsoft Access Essentials The course details current lending
policies, qualifying standards, and
This course is designed to enable In this course, students learn to use disclosure requirements. This course
efficient operation of the alpha- Microsoft Access, a widely used data- is approved by the California Bureau
numeric keyboard on a computer. base management system in business of Real Estate (CalBRE) to meet the
Common keyboarding techniques environments. Students learn design elective education requirements for
will be applied to develop speed and guidelines for developing database the California Real Estate Salesperson
accuracy. Students will create typed structures in order to customize License and the California Real Estate
document files and learn editing/for- tables, queries, forms, and reports Broker License. Taken in sequence
matting functions in order to prepare for various business needs. Students with NBIZ 038, students earn the Cer-
school assignments and personal and learn to edit tables, design and estab- tificate of Completion in Real Estate
business correspondences. lish query criteria, customize forms, Practice and Finance approved by
0 Units and format reports for professional the California Community Colleges
24 Lecture hours printouts. Chancellor’s Office.
0 Units 0 Units
NBIZ 003 24 Lecture hours 48 Lecture hours
Microsoft Word Essentials
NBIZ 020 NBIZ 040
This course prepares students for Workforce Preparation: 21st Century Real Estate Principles
independent and confident use of Skills (Formerly NVOC 040)
Microsoft Word. Students will create
documents applying to a variety of This course orients students to This is a foundational real estate
editing features including the fol- essential capacities for professional course that covers the basic laws
lowing: adjusting margins and tab and collegial workplace performance: and principles of land and property
settings; copying, pasting, moving critical thinking, communication, transactions. Course topics include
texts; formatting layout; running the collaboration, and cultural humility. overview of property laws, land
integrated grammar and spelling Additionally, students gain practical descriptions, titles, acquisition and
review; modifying header and footer guidance in resumé composition and transfer, liens and encumbrances,
areas; creating tables and graphs. job interview preparation. taxation, contract law, landlord and
Students will prepare a variety of 0 Units tenant laws, and real estate math-
documents for school and office 15 Lecture hours ematics and finance. Students will
environments, including creating a become familiar with terminology
professional resume. NBIZ 038 and forms commonly used in every-
0 Units Real Estate Practices day real estate transactions. This
24 - 48 Lecture hours (Formerly NVOC 038) course is approved by the California
Bureau of Real Estate (CalBRE) to
NBIZ 004 This class is an introduction to the fulfill education requirements for the
Microsoft Excel Essentials professional aspects of the real estate California Real Estate Salesperson
industry. The focus of the course is License. Taken in sequence with
This course is an orientation to the on the agency responsibilities of the NBIZ 041, students earn the Cer-
primary functions of spreadsheets for salesperson including office man- tificate of Completion in Real Estate
data management using Microsoft® agement, listing and prospecting Principles and Appraisal approved
Excel®. Topics include creating cell property, selling and marketing tech- by the California Community Col-
data, formatting cells and work- niques, advertising, securing loans, leges Chancellor’s Office.
sheets, and applying formulas and and closing procedures. Students will 0 Units
functions. Students will learn how to also acquire general knowledge of 48 Lecture hours
analyze and organize data, present other pertinent fields as they relate to
data visually by creating charts, and real estate, such as finance, appraisal, NBIZ 041
manage the worksheet and workbook escrow, and investing. This course is Real Estate Appraisal
environment. approved by the California Bureau of (Formerly NVOC 041)
0 Units Real Estate (CalBRE) to fulfill educa-
24 - 48 Lecture hours tion requirements for the California This course provides a comprehen-
Real Estate Salesperson License sive overview of real estate appraisal
NBIZ 005 and may be applied towards the principles and procedures. Topics
Microsoft Outlook and Powerpoint California Real Estate Broker License include land values and their char-
requirements. Taken in sequence with acteristics, the process of appraising,
In this course, students gain skills NVOC 039, students earn the Cer- capitalization theory, site analysis,
necessary for dynamic uses of tificate of Completion in Real Estate and construction methods. Students
Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Practice and Finance approved by gain guided practice in accrued
PowerPoint for personal, school, the California Community Colleges depreciation analysis, income and
or work-related contexts. Students Chancellor’s Office. expense analysis, and techniques
explore various features of email 0 Units in the income approach method of
communication, digital files shar- 48 Lecture hours appraising. This course is approved
ing, and calendar management in by the California Bureau of Real
Outlook, and learn how to create ani- NBIZ 039 Estate (CalBRE) to meet the elec-
mated electronic presentations using Real Estate Finance tive education requirements for the
PowerPoint tools. Students practice (Formerly NVOC 039) California Real Estate Salesperson
by making a presentation with sup- License and the California Real Estate
porting visual slides. This course is designed to help the Broker License. Taken in sequence
0 Units pre- and new licensee, the experi- with NBIZ 040, students earn the Cer-
24 Lecture hours enced real estate agent, the investor, tificate of Completion in Real Estate
and the lender gain a better under- Principles and Appraisal approved
standing of the complex world of real
estate finance. It covers all aspects of
real estate financing from complet-
ing loan applications, navigating

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by the California Community Col- NCOA 001 passive yoga poses, stretching
leges Chancellor’s Office. Painting for Older Adults movement, and breathing exer-
0 Units cises adapted for older adults is
48 Lecture hours This course offers the older adult an incorporated with introduction to
individual approach to painting and the philosophy of Hatha Yoga. The
NBIZ 050 creative arts. Topics can include art course includes presentations and
California Property Taxation and appreciation and art history; aware- class discussions on current topics on
Assessment ness of line, color, shape and form; nutrition, healthy aging, and safety
techniques in drawing and progres- factors.
This course provides students sion through color mixing and canvas 0 Units
with a fundamental knowledge of painting. Creativity and general 1 to 24 Lecture hours
California’s property tax system art knowledge will be taught in a
for assessing purposes. The course friendly and relaxed environment NCOA 012
provides students with an overview allowing each artist to work at their Principles of Mind and Body Health for
of Proposition 13, who apply its own pace. Older Adults II: Strength and Balance
provisions to various property assess- 0 Units
ment situations, including appraisals, 16 to 32 Lecture hours This course provides older adults
changes in ownership, exemptions, with instruction and resources for
and assessment appeals. NCOA 002 cultivating mind and body health.
0 Units Music Workshop for the Third Age Guided instruction in movements
24 Lecture hours to maintain and increase muscle
Courses for instrumental and vocal strength, physical fitness, coordina-
NCHS 001 musical experiences. Included can be tion, and balance is combined with
Health and Fitness rehearsals and performances in coop- class discussions on current topics in
eration with the Río Hondo Chapter nutrition, healthy aging, and mental
This is an open-entry, open-exit of Sweet Adelines; other local choral health.
course to develop and enhance a stu- and/or singing groups; and instruc- 0 Units
dent’s knowledge of the importance tion in learning to play a musical 1 to 24 Lecture hours
of healthy lifestyles and to further instrument.
develop skills which will facilitate a 0 Units NCOA 013
personal fitness program. Student’s 1 Lecture hours Current Topics for Older Adults
will also participate in specific activi- 1 Lab hours
ties that develop an individual’s level This course presents older adults
of physical fitness. NCOA 007 with various topics for discussion and
0 Units Chorus Singing for the Older Adult class activities based on the student’s
1 to 54 Lab hours individual interests and backgrounds.
This course introduces older adult Older adults will explore interna-
NCHS 002 students to a variety of choral music tional, national and local events and
Beginning Jujitsu: Self Defense for and explores its cultural and histori- issues from a current and historical
Adults cal aspects. Students will gain knowl- viewpoint.
edge of posture, vowel modification, 0 Units
This course is designed to teach the elements of phrasing and harmony. 1 to 24 Lecture hours
basic skills of self-defense. Stu- Students will perform vocal exercises
dents will be taught skills related to and practice breathing techniques NCOA 014
coordination, quick reflex response, appropriate for the older adult. Tai Chi Chuan for Older Adults
how to build stamina, speed, and 0 - Units
strength. They will learn all phases of 1 to 48 Lecture hours This course introduces older adults
punches, blocks, kicks, hand releases to a Chinese health exercise which is
and breaks, two-step fighting, judo NCOA 008 neither vigorous nor strenuous. It is
and jujitsu falls. Students will practice Computers Unlimited for Older Adults suitable for older adults who want
strategies of protecting themselves to exercise to gain or maintain good
from attackers. This course is designed for the older health. It will strengthen the muscles
0 Units adult who thinks he or she will never and organs, relax the mind and
48 Lecture hours learn to use a computer. Students will body, improve blood circulation, and
build basic skills that will prepare increase memory and concentration.
NCIT 002 them to write documents, send 0 Units
U.S. Citizenship Preparation e-mail, use online banking or simply 1 to 24 Lecture hours
enjoy surfing the Internet. Mastery of
This course is designed to assist the basic skills will let you grow from NCOA 015
eligible individuals in complet- simple accomplishments to things Creative Writing for Older Adults
ing the steps required to become you never dreamed possible. Our
United States citizens. Students gain gentle, easy approach will show you This course is for older adults and
knowledge of United States history, the many ways that computers can be teaches both beginning and expe-
government and institutions, com- fun and interesting. rienced writers how to create and
munity services and agencies, and the 0 Units shape autobiographies, fiction,
privileges and obligations of citizen- 8 to 20 Lecture hours non-fiction and poetry into readable
ship. The course prepares students 8 to 20 Lab hours and publishable forms. Participants
with literacy skills necessary to pass will put their experiences on paper
the written test and provides listen- NCOA 010 and analyze quality, selection and
ing and speaking practices for the Principles of Mind and Body Health for structure of written materials through
oral interview. Students will receive Older Adults: Flexibility and Balance group discussion and projects.
guidance on completing appropriate 0 Units
application forms. This course provides older adults 1 to 24 Lecture hours
0 Units with instruction and resources for
45 Lecture hours cultivating mind and body health.
Guided instruction in active and

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NESL 001 Competency in Intermediate English version of NESL 035 that is designed
ESL Beginning I as a Second Language and prepares for students with some knowledge of
students for entry into NESL 018. the English language.
This course is suitable for the true 0 Units 0 Units
beginner to the English language. 30 to 60 Lecture hours 24 to 50 Lecture hours
This entry level course focuses on
the acquisition of basic speaking, NESL 018 NESL 035
listening, reading, and writing skills ESL Advanced I ESL Multi-Level
to meet immediate social communi-
cation needs in an English-speaking Prerequisite: NESL 017 or equivalent This course focuses on preparing stu-
environment. Successful completion placement (CASAS Appraisal) dents to use English to achieve tasks
of this course prepares students to This course stresses the refinement within a variety of real-life situations
enter NESL 015. and expansion of language skills such as a doctor’s office or a depart-
0 Units which enable students to use fluid- ment store. Students are instructed
30 to 60 Lecture hours paced English to effectively meet to be able to listen, speak, read, and
social, academic, and workplace write in English in context-specific
NESL 015 demands. Reading for comprehen- environments.
ESL Beginning II sion focuses on factual extraction as 0 Units
well as interpretation using critical 24 to 90 Lecture hours
Prerequisite: NESL 001 or equivalent thinking skills. Progression of writing
placement (CASAS Appraisal) skills focuses on the introduction of NESL 036
This course is designed to provide an the writing process and the construc- Family Literacy
introduction to English speaking, tion of well-developed compositions.
listening, reading, and writing skills If taken in sequence with NESL 017, This course focuses on engendering
enabling the student to satisfy routine successful completion of this course reading and literacy as a fundamental
demands in social settings. Students earns a Certificate of Competency component of a healthy, well-func-
develop the ability to comprehend in Advanced English as a Second tioning family. The family-oriented
and respond to basic spoken English. Language and prepares students for assignments promote the seamless
Students practice reading and writ- direct entry to Río Hondo College’s integration of reading across school
ing at the sentence level. If taken in Credit English Program. and home boundaries.
sequence with NESL 001, successful 0 Units 0 Units
completion of this course earns a 30 to 60 Lecture hours 1 to 72 Lecture hours
Certificate of Competency in Founda-
tional English as a Second Language NESL 019 NFIR 015
and prepares students for entry into ESL Advanced II Practical Experience in Fire Suppression
NESL 016. (Formerly NVOC 015)
0 Units Prerquisite: NESL 018 or equivalent
30 to 60 Lecture hours placement This course is designed to provide
The College Preparation course is fire technology students or those
NESL 016 the highest Noncredit ESL level involved in a related fire science
ESL Intermediate I designed for students who wish to subject to expand on their knowledge
prepare for transition into various in the major points of fire service.
Prerequisite: NESL 015 or equivalent academic programs at the college Topics include the traditions of the
placement (CASAS Appraisal) level. This course reinforces and fire service, general development
This course focuses on expanding builds on students’ English language of a firefighter, ethical and moral
students’ listening and speaking skills to meet the academic expecta- standards, and other related issues
skills in face-to-face conversations in tions of college courses. Students are pertaining to the fire service. Students
social, academic, and work con- introduced to basic elements of an will receive individualized instruc-
texts. Students gain ability to read academic course: understanding the tion tailored to their personal plan of
and interpret narrative passages syllabus, note-taking, participating study.
on a variety of topics, and to write in discussion, interpreting written 0 Units
simple routine correspondence and texts, composing essays, and making 1 to 500 Lab hours
short paragraphs. Upon successful presentations. Students practice
completion of this course students are these academic skills in a supportive NGBD 101
prepared to enter NESL 017. language-learning community. If Green Building Basics & LEED
0 Units taken in sequence with NESL 018, the
30 to 60 Lecture hours successful completion of this course The course offers an introduction to
earns the Certificate of Competency USGBC, green building principles
NESL 017 in English for College Preparation and the fundamentals of the LEED
ESL Intermediate II and prepares students for direct Rating System. It includes topics on
entry to Río Hondo College’s Credit climate change and building impacts;
Prerequisite: NESL 016 or equivalent English Program. motivators for green building; and
placement (CASAS Appraisal) 0 Units integrative versus conventional
This course focuses on preparing 30 - 60 Lecture hours approaches – and the associated ben-
English learners to communicate efits – to building design, construc-
independently and effectively for NESL 034 tion and operations. This course is
a variety of purposes and audi- ESL Multi-Level I intended for those who are new to
ences. Students practice engaging in green building and looking to learn
extended conversations, reading for This course focuses on preparing stu- the basics of green building and
comprehension of authentic texts, dents to use English to achieve tasks LEED.
and writing multiple paragraphs within a variety of real-life situations 0 Units
with good command of grammar such as a doctor’s office or a depart- 20 Lecture hours
conventions. If taken in sequence ment store. Students are instructed
with NESL 016, successful completion to be able to listen, speak, read, and
of this course earns a Certificate of write in English in context-specific
environments. This is an accelerated

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NHAN 001 emergency medical services arrives. NHSN 043
Art Workshop for the Handicapped Skills covered in this course include Medical Office Administration
first aid; choking relief in adults,
Courses for cultural enrichment and children, and infants; and what to do Advisory: NHSN 042
awareness of many different forms of for sudden cardiac arrest in adults, This course is a practicum to comple-
art. Emphasis is on therapeutic value. children, and infants. This course ment NHSN 042 - Medical Office
0 - Units is for anyone with limited or no Procedures and Customer Service.
1 to 18 Lecture hours medical training who needs a course Students engage in patient interac-
1 to 18 Lab hours completion card in CPR and AED tion simulations, applying customer
use to meet job, regulatory, or other service skills, and using computers
NHEC 002 requirements. in a medical/clinical setting. Students
Soap Making as an Art and a Business 0 Units gain hands-on experience in sched-
8 Lecture hours uling appointments, working with
This course is designed for anyone electronic medical records, and estab-
wanting to expand their creative NHSN 032 lishing a fee schedule, and receive
skills for personal satisfaction or as a American Heart Association CPR BLS orientation to the Microsoft Office
business. Students will create differ- (Formerly NVOC 032) suite, electronic billing software, elec-
ent kinds of soaps such as glycerin tronic medical record software, and
or coconut soap. The use of molds, This course is taught by AHA Instruc- telephone, fax, and email systems.
layering of colors, and adding herbs tors and meets the requirements for 0 Units
and fragrances will be discussed. most nursing programs and clinical 48 Lecture hours
0 Units facilities. This course teaches both
1 to 54 Lecture hours single-rescuer and team basic life NHSN 044
support skills for application in both Medical Insurance Claims
NHSL 030 pre­hospital and in-facility environ-
Nursing Skills Lab ments, with a focus on High-Quality This course provides an overview of
CPR and team dynamics. Basic Life common health insurance terminol-
This course complements the HS, Support training reinforces healthcare ogy and selected aspects of private
ADN and VN lecture courses and is professionals’ understanding of the and government insurance coverage.
designed to provide an additional importance of early CPR and defibril- The course introduces basic princi-
opportunity for students to practice lation, basic steps of performing CPR, ples of diagnostic and outpatient pro-
skills covered in their co-requisite relieving choking, and using an AED; cedural coding of physician/provider
courses. These instructional activities and the role of each link in the Chain documentation. Students learn how
are not available in the regular lec- of Survival. to originate accurate and efficient
ture/lab course and are not required 0 Units reimbursement medical insurance
for the grade in the co-requisite 4 Lecture hours claims for services provided.
course. 0 Lab hours 0 Units
0 Units 48 Lecture hours
10 to 200 Lab hours NHSN 040
Healthcare Careers Exploration NHSN 045
NHSN 030 Health Care Industry Employment
Personal Care Aide This course is an orientation to non- Readiness
(Formerly NVOC 030) clinical allied healthcare career path-
ways. Students gain exposure to the This course equips students with
Corequisite: NHSN 031 human services and administrative skills and strategies for successful job
Advisory: GED or High School Diploma support dimensions of the healthcare placement in the health care industry.
This course is designed to prepare field and learn about employment Course topics include interpersonal
students to assist elderly, disabled, opportunities, educational require- skills development, business com-
and ill individuals living at home. ments, and support resources avail- munication, professional dress, and
This course will help students able to enter the growing workforce. time management. Students receive
enhance their communication skills Students benefit from assessing their practical guidance in resume and
and knowledge of health environ- personal values and aptitudes for a cover letter writing, interviewing,
ment and procedures for emergen- career in healthcare while engaging and navigating job search resources.
cies. Students will also learn to general introductions to principles 0 Units
recognize physical, emotional, and and practices foundational to health- 24 Lecture hours
developmental characteristics of indi- care careers.
viduals served; personal hygiene, safe 0 Units NHSN 050
transfer techniques, basic nutrition, 24 Lecture hours Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification
and other personal care needs. (Formerly NVOC 050)
0 Units NHSN 042
70 Lecture hours Medical Office Procedure and Corequisite: NHSN 050L
30 Lab hours Customer Service This course is designed for students
who have expressed an interest in
NHSN 031 This course is designed to develop an entry level nursing course. This
First Aid and CPR professional skills and attitudes course meets Title 22 regulations for
(Formerly NVOC 031) needed in a medical business envi- taking care of the geriatric population
ronment. Topics include effective in a long term care setting, utiliz-
This course teaches skills with the communication with patients and ing skills in basic care, emergency
AHA’s research-proven practice- medical office staff, effective time care and communication. The Nurse
while-watching technique. The management, scheduling appoint- Assistant Pre-Certification course
course is designed to teach students ments, greeting patients, telephone consists of 72 hours of classroom
critical skills needed to respond to and email business etiquette, and instruction. This course prepares the
and manage an emergency until adherence to Health Insurance student to take the California State
Portability and Accountability Act Certification Exam to become a Certi-
494 / Río Hondo College (HIPAA) guidelines. fied Nurse Assistant (CNA). After
0 Units obtaining the state certification, the
24 Lecture hours student may find employment in the

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acute care and /or long term care set- complete both courses together. They 052 and NHSN 052L, and pass both
tings. The California Department of cannot be taken individually. courses together, they cannot be
Public Health requires that students 0 Units taken individually.
must be concurrently enrolled in both 27 Lecture hours 0 Units
NHSN 050 and NHSN 05L, and pass 27 Lecture hours
both courses together, they cannot be NHSN 051L
taken individually. CNA Acute Care Training Course Lab NHSN 052L
0 - Units (Formerly NVOC 051L) Home Health Aide Training Course
72 - Lecture hours (Formerly NVOC 052L)
Prerequisite: NHSN 050 and NHSN
NHSN 050L 050L or California State Nurse Assistant Prerequisite: Nurse Assistant Pre-Certi-
Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification Lab Certification; fication Training Course/California State
(Formerly NVOC 050L) Corequisite: NHSN 051 Certification;
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Corequisite: NHSN 052;
Corequisite: NHSN 050 appropriate placement; READ 043 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
This course is designed for students appropriate placement appropriate placement; READ 043 or
who have expressed an interest in This course is designed for students appropriate placement
an entry-level nursing course. This who are Certified Nurse Assistants This course is designed for students
course meets Title 22 regulations for that wish to learn the basic nurs- who are Certified Nurse Assistants
taking care of the geriatric population ing skills and duties in the acute that wish to learn how to provide
in a long-term care setting, utiliz- care hospital setting with additional personal care in the home care setting
ing skills in basic care, emergency emphasis on the specialized acute for those who are unable to do it for
care and communication. The Nurse care areas such as medical/surgical, themselves and/or promote the recov-
Assistant Pre­-Certification training orthopedics, pediatrics and obstet- ery, safety and comfort of the patient.
course lab consists of 135 hours of rics. The Certified Nurse Assistant Additional emphasis on rehabilitative
supervised clinical practice in long- Acute Care course lab consists of 81 nursing care, family relationships
term facilities. This course prepares hours of clinical practice alongside a and the impact of long-term illness
the student to take the California clinical employed CNA in an acute on the family as well as the client
State Certification Exam to become care facility with faculty daily/weekly will be included. The Home Health
a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). monitoring. This course includes Aide training course lab consists of 54
After obtaining the state certification, communication, patient observation, hours of supervised clinical practice
the student may find employment in reporting and recording training as in either the Acute Care or Skilled
the acute care and/or long-term care well as reinforcement of Certified Nursing facility. This course meets
settings. The California Department Nurse Assistant basic-care proce- the Title 22 regulations for Home
of Public Health requires that stu- dures. The Division of Health Science Health Aides training programs.
dents must be concurrently enrolled and Nursing requires that students be The California Department of Public
in both NHSN 050 and NHSN 050L, concurrently enrolled in both NHSN Health requires that students must be
and pass both courses together. They 051 and NHSN 051L, and successfully concurrently enrolled in both NHSN
cannot be taken individually. complete both courses together. They 052 and NHSN 052L, and pass both
0 Units cannot be taken individually. courses together. They cannot be
0 Lecture hours 0 Units taken individually.
135 Lab hours 81 Lab hours 0 Units
54 Lab hours
NHSN 051 NHSN 052
CNA Acute Care Training Course Home Health Aide Training Course NSCI 041
(Formerly NVOC 051) (Formerly NVOC 052) Basic Anatomy for Health Care

Prerequisite: NHSN 050 and NHSN Prerequisite: Nurse Assistant Pre-Certi- This course provides a basic over-
050L or California State Nurse Assistant fication Training Course/California State view of the structure and systems
Certification; Certification; of the human body. Students are
Corequisite: NHSN 051L Corequisite: NHSN 052L; introduced to the body structures and
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or functions of integumentary, musculo-
appropriate assessment; READ 043 or appropriate placement; READ 043 or skeletal, nervous, sensory, endocrine,
appropriate assessment appropriate placement circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory,
This course is designed for students This course is designed for students digestive, and genitourinary systems.
who are Certified Nurse Assistants who are Certified Nurse Assistants The course covers the various ways
that wish to learn the basic nursing that wish to learn how to provide by which human body structures
skills and duties that apply to the personal care in the home care setting maintain normal, healthy functions
acute care hospital setting. Special- for those who are unable to do it for and includes an introduction to
ized acute care areas, such as medi- themselves and/or promote the recov- anatomical and physiological func-
cal/surgical, orthopedics, pediatrics, ery, safety and comfort of the patient. tions related to various disorders and
and obstetrics, will be emphasized. Additional emphasis on rehabilitative diseases in each body system. This
The CNA Acute Care Training nursing care, family relationships course does not satisfy the human
Course consists of 27 hours of lecture and the impact of long-term illness anatomy requirement for credit.
content. Topics covered include on the family as well as the client will 0 Units
communication, patient observation be included. The Home Health Aide 48- Lecture hours
skills, reporting and recording train- training course consists of 27 hours
ing, and reinforcement of Certified classroom instruction. This course NVOC 018
Nurse Assistant basic-care proce- meets title 22 regulations for Home ACEDD-GIS Skills Development
dures. The Division of Health Science Health Aides training programs.
and Nursing requires that students be The California Department of Public This course complements the CIV,
concurrently enrolled in both NHSN Health requires that students must be ARCH, ENGT, LAND and GIS lab
051 and NHSN 051L, and successfully concurrently enrolled in both NHSN and lecture courses and is designed
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for students to practice concepts ations are discussed and evaluated. NVOC 062
covered in the corequisite courses Students take knowledge gained back Introduction to Fabrication Processes
and enhance their board drafting and to their respective work venues and
CADD skills for work place produc- conversely bring examples to the This is a beginning level course
tivity. These instructional activities class for discussion. designed to introduce students to
are not available in the regular lecture 0 Units various techniques, processes and
/lab course and are not required for 18 Lecture hours technologies used in the Fabrication
the grade in the corequisite course. industry. This course will develop
0 Units NVOC 059 skills necessary for translating
1 to 200 Lab hours Introduction to Welding Processes dimensional information from a
shop drawing or blueprint to metal-
NVOC 021 This is an introductory class designed lic materials used for production of
OSHA 10 for General Industry to familiarize the student with several finished parts and assemblies. Topics
welding processes that are currently covered in this class will include basic
This course is intended for the used in the welding and metal fabri- blueprint reading, measurement and
individual who needs an overview cation industry. This course offers an measuring tools, layout, metal cut-
and/or certification of OSHA safety overview and basic introduction to ting, drilling and tapping, and metal
standards for general Industry the theory and practice of a variety of forming. Emphasis will be placed on
workplaces. This course will focus welding and metal cutting methods. shop safety and safe and proper use
on OSHA’s role in ensuring safe This course will emphasize safety, of equipment, tools and materials.
workplaces through hazard aware- theory, procedure, and practical skill 0 Units
ness and training while providing an development. 1 to 18 Lecture hours
overview of safety standard topics 0 Units 1 to 54 Lab hours
such as emergency action plans, fire 1 to 18 Lecture hours
protection and prevention, material 1 to 54 Lab hours NVOC 063
handling, machine guarding, electri- Intermediate Fabrication Processes
cal safety, and walking-working NVOC 060
surfaces. Upon successful completion Semi-Automatic Welding Processes This course is designed to broaden
of this course and meeting attendance the students’ skills and knowledge
requirements, the student will receive This course is intended for the of metal fabrication techniques. This
a Department of Labor 10-hour student who wants to progress to course will introduce students to
OSHA Training Card. an intermediate level of welding basic hand tools and power tools
0 Units processes and further their skills in commonly used in the metal fabrica-
14 – 18 Lecture hours wire-fed, semi-automatic welding tion industry. Topics covered in this
methods and techniques. This course class will include structural fabrica-
NVOC 027 emphasizes skills in gas metal arc tion, tube bending, stair layout and
OSHA 10 for Construction Trades welding (GMAW) and flux cored arc construction, and fabrication of com-
welding (FCAW). The course also ponents from sheet metal. Emphasis
This course is intended for the focuses on safety, theory, character- will be placed on shop safety and on
individual who needs an overview istics and settings for power supplies developing proper working proce-
and/or certification of OSHA safety and wire feeding units, electric cur- dures.
standards for the construction rent settings, electrode identification 0 Units
workplace. This course will focus on and selection, welding positions, and 1 to 18 Lecture hours
hazard awareness while providing welding of ferrous and non-ferrous 1 to 54 Lab hours
an overview of topics such as fire metals. Special emphasis will be
protection and prevention, material placed on developing proficiency and NVOC 069
handling, hand and power tools, speed for high volume production Introduction to Gas Tungsten
welding safety, electrical safety, and applications. Arc Welding
fall protection. Upon completion of 0 Units
this course and meeting attendance 36 Lecture hours Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
requirements, the student who 108 Lab hours placement; WELD 040 or NVOC 059
completes the course will receive a This course introduces the principles
10-hour Department of Labor (DOL) NVOC 061 and practices of gas tungsten arc
OSHA Certification Card. Production Welding Techniques welding (GTAW), including setup/
0 Units use of GTAW equipment and safe use
14 – 18 Lecture hours This is an intermediate level course of tools and equipment. Instruction
focused on welding techniques used and practice is provided for gaining
NVOC 0029 in high-volume production manu- proficiency welding carbon steel,
Effective Supervision facturing environments. Students stainless steel, and aluminum weld
Certificate Program gain proficiency using pulsed-arc & joints in the flat and horizontal posi-
non-pulsed-arc gas metal arc welding tions. Fundamentals of the GTAW
This course is designed for individu- (GMAW) and gas tungsten arc weld- process, correct consumables, equip-
als promoted into supervisory posi- ing (GTAW) processes on carbon ment, and pre-weld preparation will
tions. The class will assist employers steel, stainless steel, and aluminum be covered.
who have promoted line employees materials. Correct use of welding fix- 0 Units
with little or no formal supervision tures, positioners, and other auxiliary 36 Lecture hours
training, as well as those anticipat- equipment are covered. Emphasis is 108 Lab hours
ing a career that includes supervis- placed on using shop safety in addi-
ing other individuals. Topics will tion to developing proper working NVOC 070
focus on six areas comprised of basic procedures. Advanced Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
supervisory skills and concepts. Stu- 0 Units
dents are provided with an overview 36 Lecture hours Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate
of what is expected of an effec- 108 Lab hours placement; WELD 065 or NVOC 069
tive supervisor and what skills are This course provides further
required to successfully perform in advancement of knowledge and skills
that capacity. Real-life business situ- in gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW).
Emphasis is placed on developing

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proficiency in welding carbon steel, NVOC 075 ethics and responsibilities of the engi-
stainless steel, and aluminum weld Certification Welding I neer, communicating and problem
joints in the vertical and overhead solving.
position. This course exposes stu- Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate 0 Units
dents to using positioners, welding placement; WELD 055 or NVOC 072 27 Lecture hours
fixtures, and tooling commonly used This course is an advanced course 36 Lab hours
in the workplace. Preparation for offering specialized instruction
welding certification is covered. necessary for passing the City of Los NVOC 140
0 Units Angeles Department of Building Civil Drafting Fundamentals
36 Lecture hours & Safety (LADBS) certified welder
108 Lab hours performance examinations. Emphasis This course is for all students
will be placed on building skills in interested in the career field of Civil
NVOC 071 shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), Design Drafting and Civil Engineer-
Basic Electric Arc Welding flux cored arc welding (FCAW), and ing. The course is study of civil
gas metal arc welding (GMAW) as design drafting practices and the
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or applicable to acquire LADBS certified preparation of drawings used in
appropriate placement; READ 043 or welder classifications in structural the civil engineering field. Students
appropriate placement steel, light gage steel, and structural will use Computer Aided Draft-
This course is intended for the aluminum. Safety, welding codes, ing (CADD) software to complete
student who wants to progress to a welding procedures and techniques, projects relating to interpretation
basic level of welding processes and inspection requirements, nondestruc- of survey data, profiles and cross
further their skills in manual and tive testing, and destructive testing sections, land subdivision, site and
semi-automatic electric arc weld- will be covered. This course may grading plans, underground utilities
ing methods and techniques. This be repeated once for certification or and structures, concrete and struc-
course emphasizes skills in Shielded licensure standards, only by permit tural detailing.
Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas from the division. 0 Units
Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux 0 Units 36 Lecture hours
Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas 36 Lecture hours 72 Lab hours
Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). The 108 Lab hours
course also focuses on safety, theory, NVOC 150
characteristics and settings for power NVOC 080 AutoCAD for Basic CADD Applications
supplies and welding units, electric Certification Welding II
current settings, electrode identifica- This course is for students preparing
tion and selection, welding positions, Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate for high technology careers who need
and welding of ferrous and non-fer- placement; WELD 055 or NVOC 072 the skills necessary to function as
rous metals. Special emphasis will be This course is intended for the an entry level CADD operator or to
placed on developing proficiency and student who wants to progress to an apply CADD to specific disciplines of
speed for high volume production advanced level of welding processes mechanical and architectural design,
applications. and certification. This course offers manufacturing, illustration and
0 Units specialized training and instruction engineering related documents. An
18 Lecture hours which are necessary to take and pass overview of computer graphics and
54 Lab hours the written test portion of the City of CADD (Computer Assisted Design
Los Angeles Department of Building and Drawing) utilizing the latest
NVOC 072 & Safety (LADBS) Certified Welder release of AutoCAD software will be
Manual Electric Arc Welding Processes Examination. This course emphasizes provided. Students will produce 2D
specific skills in shielded metal arc orthographic, isometric, and basic 3D
Advisory: READ 043 or appropriate welding (SMAW), flux cored arc models solutions of mechanical and
placement; WELD 040 or NVOC 059 welding (FCAW), and gas metal arc architectural applications.
This course is intended for the welding (GMAW) as it applies to 0 Units
student who wants to progress to certification in structural steel, light 54 Lecture hours
an intermediate level of welding gage steel, and structural sluminum. 54 Lab hours
processes and further their skills in The course also focuses on safety,
manual electric arc welding methods welding codes, test preparation, NVOC 170
and techniques. This course empha- procedures, and destructive testing. MicroStation for Basic CADD
sizes skills in shielded metal arc Special emphasis will be placed on Applications
welding (SMAW) and gas tungsten developing proficiency in order to
arc welding (GTAW). The course also successfully pass the LADBS exam. This course is for students preparing
focuses on safety, theory, character- This course may be repeated once for for high technology careers who need
istics and settings for power supplies certification or licensure standards, the skills necessary to function as
and welding units, electric current only by permit from the division. an entry level CADD operator or to
settings, electrode identification and 0 Units apply CADD to specific disciplines of
selection, welding positions, and 36 Lecture hours mechanical and architectural design,
welding of ferrous and non-ferrous 108 Lab hours manufacturing, illustration and
metals. Special emphasis will be engineering related documents. An
placed on developing proficiency and NVOC 138 overview of computer graphics and
speed for high volume production Engineering Careers & Applications CADD (Computer Assisted Design
applications. and Drawing) utilizing the latest
0 Units This course is for all students inter- release of MicroStation software will
36 Lecture hours ested in the career field of Engineer- be provided. Students will produce
108 Lab hours ing Design Drafting. Engineering 2D orthographic, isometric, and basic
Careers and Applications will explore 3D models solutions of mechanical
the career opportunities and training and architectural applications.
requirements in the field of engineer- 0 Units
ing and engineering technology. 54 Lecture hours
Topics will include the history of 54 Lab hours
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NVOC 200 work computations and site planning tation of architectural solutions. Stu-
Intermediate AutoCAD for Design and design. dents will also learn the basic process
Production 0 Units and workflow in creation of Revit
36 Lecture hours Families for use in building models.
This course is for students pursuing 72 Lab hours 0 Units
degrees or certificates in the Architec- 54 Lecture hours
ture and Engineering Design Drafting NVOC 250 54 Lab hours
Program and for those who wish to Parametric Modeling 3D Applications
enhance their AutoCAD skills for for Mechanical Design NVOC 265
workplace productivity. The course Pressure Piping Design
is an intermediate application study This course presents advanced
in computer aided design, drafting, applications of 2D and 3D Computer This course is for those students with
and graphics using the latest revi- Aided Design Drafting (CADD) and CAD experience who are interested
sions of AutoCAD. Combined with an introduction to parametric model- in the career field of pressure piping
previously learned technical drafting ing and rapid prototyping utiliz- design engineering. This course pres-
conventions and basic AutoCAD ing the latest releases of Autodesk ents the preparation of engineering
operational skills, students will Inventor series, SolidWorks, and detail drawings of piping systems for
use AutoCAD to produce detailed other parametric modeling software commercial, utilities and industrial
drawings that involve model-space to produce solutions for mechani- plants. Included is information and
and paper-space, 2D and 3D objects, cal applications. Topics covered will work dealing with the location, instal-
block attributes and viewport scales. benefit all students in areas of study lation, operation, and maintenance
Emphasis will be placed on working related to Engineering, Drafting, of pumps, steam turbines, compres-
with multiple drawing files using Design and Computer Graphics. sors, tanks, heaters, coolers, cooling
external files to create mechanical, Course emphasis is given to CADD towers, condenser, reactors, boilers,
architectural and civil projects. generated three dimensional graphics chillers, heat exchangers and special
0 Units using wire frame, surface modeling, equipment.
45 Lecture hours and parametric solids. This course 0 Units
54 Lab hours may be taken once for credit towards 36 Lecture hours
the major and repeated 2 times to 72 Lab hours
NVOC 241 enhance student skills and profi-
Civil Engineering Drafting & Design ciency levels. NVOC 266
0 Units Pressure Piping Applications
This course is for all students 54 Lecture hours
interested in the career field of Civil 54 Lab hours This course is for all students with
Design Drafting and Civil Engineer- a basic piping design understand-
ing. Civil Drafting and Design is an NVOC 260 ing interested in the career field of
intermediate level class in which Advanced Architecture Using Revit and pressure piping design engineering.
the practices and the preparation 3D Software This course presents the advanced
of drawings, pertaining to the civil preparation of engineering detail
engineering field, will be expanded to This course is for students pursuing drawings of piping systems for
include the development of maps and an advanced study of BIM (Build- commercial, utilities and industrial
drawings used for transportation, site ing Information Modeling) applica- plants. Included is advanced informa-
development, grading and drainage tions as they relate to architecture tion and layout work dealing with
and road alignment. The student and the AEC industry (Architecture, the location, installation, operation of
will use Computer Aided Draft- Engineering, Construction). Utiliz- pumps, steam turbines, compressors,
ing (CADD) to complete the above ing the latest releases of 3D design vertical vessels, horizontal ves-
mentioned projects. Other topics to software such as Revit and AutoCAD sels, tanks, heaters, coolers, cooling
be covered will include specifications, Architecture and previously learned towers, condenser, reactors, boilers,
site details for utilities and under- technical and architectural drafting chillers, heat exchangers and special
ground piping, structural plans and conventions, students will produce equipment.
integration of Geographic Informa- two and three dimensional BIM gen- 0 Units
tion Systems (GIS). erated architectural drawings and 3D 36 Lecture hours
0 Units virtual models. This course benefits 72 Lab hours
36 Lecture hours all students studying Architecture,
72 Lab hours Civil, Engineering of all types, Draft- NVOC 270
ing, Design and Computer Graphics. SolidWorks for 3D Modeling and Proto-
NVOC 245 High technology skills which are type Applications
Civil Engineering Design & Modeling necessary to function as a designer or
CADD Drafter are emphasized. This course presents an intensive
This course is for all students 0 Units study in 3D computer graphics and
interested in the career field of Civil 54 Lecture hours CADD (Computer Assisted Design
Design Drafting and Civil Engineer- 54 Lab hours and Drafting) utilizing the latest
ing. Civil Design & Modeling is an release of SolidWorks Software.
advanced level class which includes NVOC 261 This course benefits all students in
design analysis and the preparation Revit for Advanced BIM Architectural, areas of study related to Engineer-
of drawings used in the civil engi- Structural and MEP Applications ing, Drafting, Design and Computer
neering field. The student will use Graphics. Students will produce three
civil engineering software, such as In- Advanced BIM (Building Information dimensional parametric computer
Roads and Land Desktop to design, Modeling) applications extends the generated virtual models incorporat-
analyze and develop projects relating fundamentals of the Arch 260 class to ing mechanical design refinements.
to transportation, site development, include Structural, Mechanical, Elec- The course emphasizes high technol-
grading, drainage and road align- trical and Plumbing extensions of the ogy skills which are necessary to
ment and alternatives. Other topics Autodesk Revit Building software. function as a design professional to
to be covered are terrain modeling, Students will work on both group apply 3D design graphics technology
surface editing, alignment editing, and individual projects to create and to specific disciplines of mechanical
plan, profile, cross-sections, earth- present three-dimensional represen- engineering, machine drafting and

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design, manufacturing, animation, NVOC 1012
modeling and illustration. Students Health/Safety
will be introduced to a variety of
means to directly produce prototype This course is designed to meet the
models from CADD generated solid needs of Indentured Apprentices
geometry. with the State of California who are
0 Units interested in the general trade safety
54 Lecture hours field within the carpentry industry.
54 Lab hours Course topics will include: Health
and Safety Certifications, job safety,
NVOC 280 fall protection, powder actuated
Advanced MicroStation for CADD & tools, confined space entry, scaf-
BIM Applications fold training, rigging training, aerial
lift training, and OSHA training.
This course is for students pursuing Certification can be earned in forklift,
an advanced study in MicroStation scaffold, American Red Cross/CPR
3D parametric CADD (Computer and Ramset/ Redhead low velocity
Assisted Design and Drafting) and powder actuated tools.
the BIM (Building Information Mod- 0 Units
eling) approach to building design 112 Lecture hours
using Bentley Architecture. Stu- 112 Lab hours
dents will apply previously learned
drafting conventions to produce
two and three dimensional CADD
and BIM generated mechanical and
architectural drawings and virtual
design models. This course benefits
all students studying Architecture,
Civil, Engineering of all types, Draft-
ing, Design and Computer Graphics.
High technology skills which are
necessary to function as a designer or
CADD Drafter are emphasized.
0 Units
54 Lecture hours
54 Lab hours

NVOC 300
Refinery and Petroleum Safety
Overview

Prerequisite: State Indentured Carpenter
Union Apprentice
This course will provide recognized
credentials for workers in the refinery
and petroleum industry. The training
will emphasize Cal-OSHA safety
measures including toxicology,
hazard communication, and confined
space work. Human performance
methodologies will be applied to
trade related hazards specific to this
industry. An in depth discussion and
overview of the petroleum and refin-
ing process will be conducted.
0 Units
20 Lecture hours

NVOC 1011
Orientation/Safety

This course is designed to meet the
needs of Indentured Apprentices
with the State of California who are
interested in the general trade safety
within the carpentry industry. Course
topics will include: introduction to
the carpenter’s apprentice program,
hand tool safety, power tool safety,
math, beginning blueprint reading
and layouts, trade history and job-site
safety.
0 Units
20 Lecture hours
20 Lab hours

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