ELECTRIC VEHICLE AND FUEL CELL
TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
The Electric Vehicle and Fuel Cell Technology Technician Electric Vehicle and Fuel Cell Technology
Associate of Science Degree is designed to prepare students
to meet the emerging field of service and diagnosis of vehicles The Electric Vehicle and Fuel Cell Technology Technician
powered by electricity generated by any of the following sources, Certificate of Achievement is designed to prepare students to
plug-in electric/hybrid-powertrain/fuel cell generation. The green meet the emerging field of service and diagnosis of vehicles
technology can be transferred from vehicles to stationary back-up powered by electricity generated by any of the following sources,
power systems. Students will need to apply for ASE L-3 testing plug-in electric/hybrid-powertrain/fuel cell generation. The
and pay all applicable fees to take the final ASE exam. This Degree green technology can be transferred from vehicles to stationary
is intended to be the capstone of the Hybrid/Electric/Fuel Cell back-up power systems. Students will need to apply for ASE L-3
program. testing and pay all applicable fees to take the final ASE exam. This
certificate is intended to be the capstone of the Hybrid/Electric
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Electric Vehicle/Fuel Cell Program.
Vehicle and Fuel Cell Technology Technician, it is necessary To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Electric Vehicle
to complete the graduation requirements of the College along with and Fuel Cell Technology Technician, it is necessary to complete
the following courses: the following courses:
Required Courses Units
AUTO 106 Automotive Electrical Tools & Diagnostic
Procedures..................................................3
AUTO 147 *Introduction to Hybrid & Electric Required Courses Units
AUTO 147 *Introduction to Hybrid & Electric
Vehicle Technology...................................3 Vehicle Technology...................................4
AUTO 157 *Automotive Specialized Electronics AUTO 157 *Automotive Specialized Electronics
Training .....................................................4 Training......................................................4
AUTO 260 *Advanced Hybrid/ Electric Vehicle.........4 AUTO 260 *Advanced Hybrid/ Electric Vehicle.........4
AUTO 265 Fuel Cell Technology Fundamentals........4 AUTO 265 Fuel Cell Technology Fundamentals........4
ELEC 060 D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals.....................3
ELEC 101 *D/C Electronic Circuits and
Devices........................................................4 Units Required 15
ELEC 102 *A/C Electronic Circuits and * Prerequisite
Devices........................................................4 All of these courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or
better.
Units Required 29
*Prerequisite
All of these courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or
better.
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ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Electronics Electronics Technology
Technology, it is necessary to complete the graduation
requirements of the College along with the following courses: To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Electronics
Technology, it is necessary to complete the following courses:
Required Courses Units
ELEC 101 *D/C Electronic Circuits and
Devices...................................................... 4
ELEC 102 *A/C Electronic Circuits and Required Courses Units
ELEC 101 *D/C Electronic Circuits and
Devices...................................................... 4 Devices...................................................... 4
ELEC 108 *Introduction to Solid State ELEC 102 *A/C Electronic Circuits and
Devices & Circuits................................... 4 Devices...................................................... 4
ELEC 109 *Linear, Analog Circuits & Devices........... 4 ELEC 108 *Introduction to Solid
ELEC 111 *Introduction to State Devices & Circuits.......................... 4
Digital Electronics..................................... 4 ELEC 111 *Introduction to
ELEC 208 *Advanced Solid State Digital Electronics................................... 4
Devices & Circuits..................................... 4 ELEC 211 *Advanced Digital Electronics.................... 4
ELEC 211 *Advanced Digital Electronics.................... 4 ELEC 240 *Microprocessors &
ELEC 240 *Microprocessors & Microcomputing...................................... 4
Microcomputing........................................ 4
Units Required 32 Units Required 24
* Prerequisite * Prerequisite
All of these courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or All of these courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or
better. better.
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ELEMENTARY TEACHER EDUCATION
DIVISION OF BEHAVIORAL & SOCIAL SCIENCE
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN ELEMENTARY TEACHER EDUCATION FOR TRANSFER
Required Courses Units
BIOL 101 General Biology.........................................4
CD 106 Child Growth & Development.................3
ED 110 Introduction to Teaching..........................3
ENGL 101 *College Composition
and Research.......................................3.5
ENGL 201 or *Advanced Composition and Critical
Thinking
ENGL 201H *Advanced Composition and Critical ......
Associate in Arts in Thinking Honors.....................................3.5
Elementary Teacher Education for Transfer GEOL 150 Physical Geology........................................3
GEOL 151 Physical Geology Laboratory...................1
The Associate in Arts in Elementary Teacher Education for GEOG 103 World Regional Geography......................3
Transfer (AA-T) Degree is intended to meet the lower division HIST 101 History of World Civilization
requirements for Elementary Teacher Education majors (or to the 17th Century...............................3
similar majors) at a CSU campus that offers baccalaureate HIST 143 or History of the United States to 1877
degrees. HIST 143H *History of the United States to 1877
This degree is designed for students interested in an Honors....................................................3
introduction to the field of Liberal Studies, Integrated LIT 102 or *Approaches to Literature
Teachers Education and for students looking to further their LIT 102H *Approaches to Literature Honors..........3
understanding of Elementary Teacher Education. These courses MATH 140 *Mathematics for Elementary
will provide students with a solid foundation in Elementary Teachers..................................................4
Teacher Education that will serve them for transferring to a PHY 120 *Physics for Everyday Use........................4
California State University. CHEM 120 *Introduction to Chemistry.....................5
POLS 110 or Government of the United States
In addition to the courses listed below, the following POLS 110H *Government of the United States
additional requirements must be met for completion of Honors....................................................3
the AA-T Degree in Elementary Teacher Education: SPCH 101 or Public Speaking
SPCH 101H *Public Speaking Honors..........................3
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all Choose one course from the following list:
ART 105 or Survey of Western Art: Prehistory
CSU-transferable coursework. (Some majors may require a Through Middle Ages
higher GPA. Students should consult with a counselor for ART 105H *Survey of Western Art: Prehistory
more information). through Middle Ages Honors..............3
3. Completion of the 50-51 semester units in the major with a ART 110 Understanding Visual Art........................3
grade of “C” or better. DANC 199 Dance Appreciation...................................3
4. Certified completion of the California State University MUS 133 Music Appreciation...................................3
General Education-Breadth (CSUGE) pattern; OR the THTR 101 Theatre Arts Appreciation........................3
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
(IGETC) pattern. Required Subtotal 50-51
Students are advised to check with the Counseling Department
or Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the Elementary CSU GE or IGETC Pattern ............................................... Varies
Teacher Education major at the CSU where they seek transfer. Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
Degree Total 60
*Prerequisite
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EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
DIVISION OF PUBLIC SAFETY
CERTIFICATE OF SKILL PROFICIENCY
Emergency Medical Technician
This Emergency Medical Technician program prepares the entry
level EMT to safely stabilize and transport patients to a place of
medical care.
To acquire a Certificate of Achievement in Emergency
Medical Technician, it is necessary to complete the following:
Required Courses Units
EMT 093 *Emergency Medical
Technician................................................. 8
Units Required 8
*Prerequisite
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ENGINEERING
DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS & SCIENCES
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
The Associate of Science Degree in Engineering will prepare those
students interested in laying a foundation for further study and
for a Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering field from a four-year
college or university.
The engineering program fulfills many of the requirements and
foundation courses for transfer to Baccalaureate engineering-
related majors, but does not satisfy all transfer requirements for
specific institutions. Students should consult a counselor for major
preparation for specific universities and colleges.
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Engineering,
it is necessary to complete the graduation requirements of the
College along with the following courses:
Required Courses Units
MATH 190 or *Calculus I....................................................4
MATH 190H *Calculus I Honors......................................4
MATH 191 or *Calculus II..................................................4
PHY 211 *Physics for Scientists &
Engineers I................................................4
PHY 212 *Physics for Scientists &
Engineers II...............................................4
PHY 213 *Physics for Scientists &
Engineers III.............................................4
Total Units……………….............................................................20
Choose 16 units from the list below:
BIOL 200 *Principles of Biology -1.............................5
BIOL 201 *Principles of Biology -2.............................5
CHEM 130 *General Chemistry....................................5
CHEM 140 *General Chemistry....................................3
CHEM 230 *Organic Chemistry I.................................5
CHEM 231 *Organic Chemistry II................................5
CIT 125 Introduction to C++ Programming..........4
CIT 126 Advanced C++ Programming...................4
CIV 140 *Civil Drafting Fundamentals...................3
CIV 142 Introduction to Surveying and GPS.........4
CIV 241 *Civil Engineering Drafting and
ENGT 122 Design........................................................3
ENGT 138 Engineering Design Graphics....................4
Engineering Careers and
ENGR 217
ENGR 235 Applications..............................................2
MATH 250 *Engineering Circuit Analysis...................3
MATH 260 *Engineering Mechanics: Statics...............3
MATH 270 *Calculus III.................................................4
*Linear Algebra............................................4
*Differential Equations...............................4
Units Required 36
*Prerequisite
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ENGINEERING DESIGN DRAFTING
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
This major curriculum leads to the Associate of Science Degree in Engineering Design
Engineering Design Drafting for advanced Tech Prep applications, Drafting Technician
employment in design, engineering and manufacturing-related
industries, public works, utilities and CADD/Drafting-related This Certificate is designed for technical, mechanical and
industries. Upon completion of specific General Education manufacturing careers and leads to employment in CADD
courses, this program also fulfills many of the requirements and application, engineering-related, mechanical and manufacturing-
foundation courses for transfer to other baccalaureate technical related industries, public works, utilities and CADD/Drafting-
majors within Engineering and Industrial Technology, but is not related industries.
intended to fulfill transfer requirements for a baccalaureate degree. To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Engineering
(See transfer requirements of individual colleges and universities) Design Drafting Technician, it is necessary to complete the
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Engineering following courses:
Design Drafting, it is necessary to complete the graduation
requirements of the College along with the following courses:
Required Courses Units
ARCH 115 Introduction to Residential
Required Courses Units Architecture: Drawing & Design............ 4
ARCH 115 Introduction to Residential
Architecture: Drawing & Design............. 4 CIV 140 Civil Drafting Fundamentals...................... 3
CIV 140 Civil Drafting Fundamentals...................... 3 ENGT 101 Introduction to Technical
ENGT 101 Introduction to Technical Drawing & Graphics................................. 3
Drawing & Graphics................................ 3 ENGT 105 Architectural and Technical
ENGT 105 Architectural & Technical Freehand Sketching................................... 2
Freehand Sketching................................. 2 ENGT 122 Engineering Design Graphics..................... 4
ENGT 122 Engineering Design Graphics..................... 4 ENGT 131 *Engineering & Manufacturing
ENGT 131 *Engineering & Manufacturing Applications of Technical
Applications of Technical Drawing...................................................... 4
Drawing..................................................... 4 ENGT 150 AutoCAD for Basic CADD
ENGT 150 AutoCAD for Basic CADD Applications............................................... 4
Applications............................................... 4 ENGT 231 *Technical Product Design &
ENGT 231 *Technical Product Design & Presentation............................................... 4
Presentation............................................... 4
ENGT 250 *Parametric Modeling 3D Units Required 28
Applications for Mechanical *Prerequisite
Design......................................................... 4
ENGT 270 *Solid Works for 3D Modeling and
Prototype Applications............................. 4
Units Required 36
*Prerequisite
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ENGLISH
DIVISION OF COMMUNICATIONS & LANGUAGES
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN ENGLISH FOR TRANSFER
LIT 146B or British Literature
LIT 146BH *British Literature Honors.......................... 3
List B: Choose one course from List A (above) not used or choose
one course from List B (below) (3 units)
LIT 141 Introduction to Poetry................................. 3
LIT 117 or Mexican Literature in Translation
LIT 117H *Mexican Literature in Translation
Associate in Arts in Honors
English for Transfer ENGL 127 or *Language Structure and Language Use:
Introduction to Linguistics
The Associate in Arts in English for Transfer (AA-T) Degree is ENGL 127H *Language Structure & Language Use:
designed to provide foundation studies in English (or similar Introduction to Linguistics Honors....... 3
majors) for those interested in working toward a Bachelor’s ENGL 131 *Creative Writing......................................... 3
Degree in English (or similar majors) from a four-year college or
university. The degree program is also relevant for those interested List C: Choose any course from List A or B not used above or any
in developing critical thinking, interpretive reading, analytical
and research writing, and presentation skills to apply to broader of the following courses (3-4 units)
educational and professional goals. ENGL 125 *Grammar and Usage.................................. 3
ENGL 126 Languages of the World............................... 3
LIT 114 or Children’s and Adolescent Literature
LIT 114H *Children’s and Adolescent Literature
In addition to the courses listed below, the following Honors....................................................... 3
additional requirements must be met for completion of LIT 130 or *Women in Literature.................................. 3
the AA-T Degree in English (and similar majors): LIT 130H *Women in Literature Honors
LIT 140 or *Introduction to the Novel
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. LIT 140H *Introduction to the Novel Honors............ 3
LIT 142 or *Introduction to Shakespeare
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU- LIT 142H *Introduction to Shakespeare
transferable coursework. (Students should consult with a Honors....................................................... 3
counselor for more information.) LIT 145 or *Introduction to the Short Story
LIT 145H *Introduction to the Short Story
3. Completion of the 18.5-19.5 semester units in the major with Honors....................................................... 3
a grade of “C” or better or a “P” if the course is taken on a LIT 147 *Cinema as Literature.................................. 3
pass-no pass basis. LIT 148 Introduction to Dramatic Literature.......... 3
LIT 149 Introduction to Chicana/
4. Certified completion of the California State University Chicano Literature................................... 3
General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) pattern; OR the LIT 299 Directed Study: Literature........................... 3
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum FR 201 *French III..................................................... 4
(IGETC) pattern. FR 202 *French IV..................................................... 4
FR 299 Directed Study: French................................ 4
Students are advised to check with the Counseling Department SPAN 201 or *Spanish III
or Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the English (or SPAN 201H *Spanish III Honors..................................... 4
similar majors) at the CSU where they seek transfer. SPAN 202 *Spanish IV................................................... 4
SPAN 299 Directed Study: Spanish.............................. 3
JOUR 120 Communications Reporting
Required Courses Units
ENGL 201 or *Advanced Composition and Critical
Thinking and Writing............................................... 3
SPCH 130 Oral Interpretation....................................... 3
ENGL 201H *Advanced Composition and Critical HUM 110 Survey of Humanities.................................. 3
Thinking Honors................................... 3.5 HUM 111 Survey of Humanities.................................. 3
LIT 102 or *Approaches to Literature
LIT 102H *Approaches to Literature Honors............. 3 Required Subtotal 18.5-19.5
List A: Choose two courses from the following list (6 units) CSU GE or IGETC Pattern.................................................... Varies
LIT 112A or *American Literature Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
112AH *American Literature Honors..................... 3
LIT 112B or American Literature
112BH *American Literature Honors..................... 3 Degree Total 60
LIT 144A World Literature........................................... 3 *Prerequisite
LIT 144B World Literature........................................... 3
LIT 146A or British Literature
LIT 146AH *British Literature Honors.......................... 3
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ENGLISH AND LITERATURE
DIVISION OF COMMUNICATIONS & LANGUAGES
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
This degree focuses on language and literature as forms of cultural ENGL 127 or *Language Structure and
expression with specific historical influences. Some of the courses ENGL 127H *Language Use: Introduction
focus on reading and writing about literary texts. Other courses to Linguistics.............................................. 3
for this major focus on genre studies and the structure of language. ENGL 131 *Creative Writing......................................... 3
A third area of coursework emphasizes significant writers, LIT 112A or
literary works, and cultural movements that are most important LIT 112AH *American Literature................................... 3
to a particular time period. By completion of specific General LIT 112B or
Education courses, this program fulfills many of the requirements LIT 112BH *American Literature................................... 3
and foundation courses for transfer to baccalaureate English and LIT 114 or
Literature majors but does not fulfill all transfer requirements for LIT 114H *Children’s and Adolescent
specific baccalaureate degree programs. (See a counselor for major Literature................................................... 3
preparation from specific four-year institutions). LIT 117 or *Mexican Literature in
To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in English LIT 117H Translation................................................ 3
and Literature, it is necessary to complete the graduation LIT 130 or *Women and Literature............................... 3
requirements of the College along with the following courses: LIT 130 H
LIT 140 or *Introduction to the Novel.......................... 3
LIT 140H
LIT 141 *Introduction to Poetry............................... 3
Required Courses Units
ENGL 201 or
ENGL 201H *Advanced Composition LIT 142 or *Introduction to Shakespeare..................... 3
LIT 142H
and Critical Thinking.............................3.5 LIT 144A *World Literature......................................... 3
LIT 102 or LIT 144B *World Literature......................................... 3
LIT 102H *Approaches to Literature........................... 3 LIT 145 or
LIT 146A or LIT 145H *Introduction to the Short Story..................3
LIT 146AH *British Literature......................................... 3 LIT 147 *Cinema as Literature.................................. 3
LIT 146B or LIT 148 Introduction to Dramatic
LIT 146BH *British Literature......................................... 3 Literature................................................... 3
LIT 149 Introduction to Chicana/Chicano
Choose three courses from the list below: Literature................................................... 3
ENGL 125 *Grammar and Usage.................................. 3
ENGL 126 Languages of the World............................... 3
Units Required 21.5
*Prerequisite
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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS & SCIENCES
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
The Associate of Science Degree in Environmental Science Required Courses Units
prepares students who are intending to transfer to a four-year BIOL 120 Environmental Biology................................ 3
institution in the environmental sciences. This degree provides BIOL 120L *Environmental Biology Lab...................... 1
for completion of general lower-division course work associated BIOL 200 *Principles of Biology I................................ 5
with the requirements for a bachelor degree in environmental CHEM 130 *General Chemistry..................................... 5
science, environmental studies, environmental and occupational CHEM 140 *General Chemistry..................................... 5
health, etc. The degree is specifically designed for students ET 290 Cooperative Work Experience/
intending to transfer to a CSU or UC campus and to gain entry- Internship................................................... 1
level employment in the environmental science field. Students MATH 190 or *Calculus I..................................................... 4
completing the degree will take specific courses in chemistry, MATH 190H
biology, physics and mathematics in addition to general education PHY 150 *General Physics I........................................ 4
preparation such as the CSU general education plan or IGETC.
(See admission requirements of individual colleges and universities Units Required 28
and transfer requirements for specific majors). *Prerequisite
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in
Environmental Science, it is necessary to complete the
graduation requirements of the College along with the following
courses:
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ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS & SCIENCES
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
Environmental Technology refers to the skills and knowledge that Land Use Planning & Environmental Restoration.....Units
allows a person to work in the environmental field in compliance AET/ET 280 Green Building Design
with governmental regulations and at the same time protect human Principles.................................................... 3
health and the environment. ET 160 Hazardous Waste Site
The Environmental Technology Associate of Science Degree Remediation Systems................................ 3
Program is a two-year program designed to prepare students to ET 170 Groundwater Hydrology
either enter the work force at the technician level or transfer into a & Sampling................................................. 3
bachelors’ degree program. GIS 230 Geographic Info Systems
In Environmental Technology................. 3
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Environmental Water Resources ......................................................Units
Technology, it is necessary to complete the graduation ET 270 Waste Water Treatment
requirements of the College along with the following: Plant Operations I..................................... 3
ET 271 Waste Water Treatment
Plant Operations II.................................... 3
Required Courses Units
ET 130 Health Effects of Environmental ET 272 Advanced Waste Water
Hazardous Materials................................. 3 Treatment................................................... 3
ET 230 Safety and Emergency
Response..................................................... 4
ET 260 *Environmental Sampling and Alternative & Efficient Energy Systems....................Units
AET/ET 120 Introduction to Alternative
Analysis....................................................... 4 Energy Technology................................... 3
BIOL 120 Environmental Biology................................ 3 AET/ET 121 Photovoltaic Systems Design &
BIOL 120L Environmental Biology Lab........................ 1 Installation.................................................. 3
-and- AET/ET 122 Advanced Photovoltaic
GIS 120 or Introduction to Geographic Systems....................................................... 3
Information Systems and AET/ET 123 Wind Energy Systems Design &
Spatial Analysis.......................................... 4 Installation.................................................. 3
CIT 101 Introduction to Computer AET/ET 124 Advanced Wind Energy
Information Technology........................... 3 Systems....................................................... 3
AET/ET 181 Home Energy Management
Units Required 18-19 & Auditing.................................................. 3
*Prerequisite AET/ET 182 Industrial Energy Management
& Auditing.................................................. 3
Plus units from any of the following areas of specialization and/or AET/ET 280 Green Building Design
miscellaneous electives to equal a minimum of 27 Principles.................................................... 3
AUTO 141 Alternative Fuels I........................................ 3
Suggested Areas of Specialization: AUTO 147 Introduction to Hybrid & Electric
Vehicle Technology................................... 3
Waste Management ......................................................Units
ET 110 Hazardous Waste Generation/
Reduction/Treatment.............................. 3
ET 150 *Hazardous Waste Management Environmental Health & Safety.................................Units
ET 250 Fundamentals of Safety
Application................................................. 4 & Health I................................................... 3
ET 200 *Hazardous Materials ET 251 Fundamentals of Safety
Management Applications....................... 4 & Health II................................................. 3
ET 240 Solid Waste Management
ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
Applications............................................... 4
Miscellaneous Electives...............................................Units
ET 290 CWE/Internship for
Environmental Technology....................... 1 - 4
FTEC 107 Hazardous Materials I.................................. 3
FTEC 108 Hazardous Materials II ……....................... 3
Directed Study ......................................... 1
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ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS & SCIENCES
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Environmental Technology Required Courses Units
BIOL 120 Environmental Biology................................ 3
Environmental Technology refers to the skills and knowledge that BIOL 120L Environmental Biology Lab........................ 1
allow a person to work in the environmental field in compliance CHEM 110 *Chemistry for Allied Health
with governmental regulations and at the same time protect human Majors........................................................ 5
health and the environment. The ET Certificate is designed to ENGL 101 *College Composition and
either prepare students to enter the field or upgrade working Research...................................................3.5
individuals with technician-level skills. ET 110 Hazardous Waste Generation/
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Environmental Reduction/Treatment................................... 3
Technology, it is necessary to complete the following courses: ET 130 *Health Effects of Environmental
Hazardous Materials ................................ 3
ET 150 Hazardous Waste Management
Applications............................................... 4
ET 200 Hazardous Materials
Management Applications..................................4
ET 230 Safety and Emergency
Response..................................................... 4
Units Required 30.5
*Prerequisite
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FIRE TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF PUBLIC SAFETY
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
This curriculum was developed jointly by the Curriculum Fire Technology
Committee of the California Fire Chiefs’ Association and the
College Advisory Committee and is intended for firefighters, fire To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Fire
officers, and interested students. Technology, it is necessary to complete the following courses:
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Fire Required Courses Units
Technology, it is necessary to complete the graduation FTEC 101 Fire Protection Organization...................... 3
requirements of the College along with the following courses: FTEC 102 Principles of Fire & Emergency
Required Courses Units Services Safety & Survival........................ 3
FTEC 101 Fire Protection Organization.......................... 3 FTEC 103 Fire Behavior and
FTEC 102 Principles of Fire & Emergency Combustion................................................ 3
Services Safety & Survival........................... 3 FTEC 104 Fire Prevention Technology........................ 3
FTEC 103 Fire Behavior and FTEC 105 Building Construction for
Combustion................................................... 3 Fire Protection........................................... 3
FTEC 104 Fire Prevention Technology............................ 3 FTEC 106 Fire Protection Equipment
FTEC 105 Building Construction for & Systems................................................... 3
Fire Protection............................................... 3
FTEC 106 Fire Protection Equipment
Choose 6 units from the following:
& System......................................................... 3 EMT 093 *Emergency Medical
Technician ................................................. 8
ET 230 Safety & Emergency
Choose 6 units from the following: Response..................................................... 4
EMT 093 *Emergency Medical
Technician........................................................ 8 FAC 118 *Firefighter I Basic
ET 230 Safety and Emergency Fire Academy...........................................22
Response........................................................... 4 FTEC 044 *Physical Fitness and Ability for
FAC 118 *Firefighter I Basic the Firefighter............................................ 3
Fire Academy................................................. 22 FTEC 045 Firefighter Entrance
FTEC 044 *Physical Fitness and Ability for Examination Techniques.......................... 3
the Firefighter.................................................. 3 FTEC 107 Hazardous Materials I.................................. 3
FTEC 045 Firefighter Entrance FTEC 108 *Hazardous Materials II.............................. 3
Examination Techniques.............................. 3 FTEC 109 Fire Fighting Tactics &
FTEC 107 Hazardous Materials I....................................... 3 Strategy....................................................... 3
FTEC 108 *Hazardous Materials II................................... 3 FTEC 110 Rescue Practice............................................. 3
FTEC 109 Fire Fighting Tactics & FTEC 111 Fire Hydraulics............................................. 3
Strategy............................................................. 3 FTEC 112 Fire Apparatus &
FTEC 110 Rescue Practice.................................................. 3 Equipment.................................................. 3
FTEC 111 Fire Hydraulics................................................... 3 FTEC 114 Fire Investigations........................................ 3
FTEC 112 Fire Apparatus and FTEC 117 Fire Service Management,
Equipment........................................................ 3 Safety & Wellness...................................... 3
FTEC 114 Fire Investigations.............................................. 3 FTEC 121 Emergency Response................................... 3
FTEC 117 Fire Service Management, WFT 101 Wild Land Fire Behavior............................. 3
Safety & Wellness............................................ 3
FTEC 121 Units Required 24-36
WFT 101 Emergency Response........................................ 3 *Prerequisite
Wild Land Fire Behavior.................................. 3
Units Required 24-36
*Prerequisite
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FIRE ACADEMY
DIVISION OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Admission Procedures 2. Pre-service students will be given priority over in-service
students for up to 20% of the total class enrollment.
The Fire Academy meets the State Fire College and the State Board A pre-service person is one who does not qualify as an
of Fire Services’ requirements for certification as Firefighter I and in-service member.
certification as an Emergency Medical Technician. Enrollment
in the Fire Academy is open to all students. To ensure that the 3. Priority for enrollment in the Academy will be based on the
enrollment policy is in compliance with Section 84500 of the number of units completed with a grade of “C” or above in
Education Code, the following procedure is hereby established: Fire Technology courses in accredited colleges or institutions.
1. In-service students will receive priority over pre-service However, students who withdrew from a previous Rio Hondo
firefighter academy due to a verified injury or extended sickness
students for up to 80% of the total class enrollment. Inservice will be given priority over new applicants. Fire Technology
students are defined as follows and will be given priority in the courses are those having an accredited fire technology number.
order listed:
4. Students with the same number of credit units in Fire
a. fully paid members of fully paid governmental or industrial Technology courses will be prioritized based on the grade point
fire protection or fire prevention agencies, average of the Fire Technology courses.
b. sponsored Reserve/Auxiliary members of Fire Departments, 5. In the event two or more students have an equal grade
c. volunteers of a fire protection or fire prevention agency who point average and have completed the same number of Fire
Technology units, priority will be based on the total number of
have been a member of such organization for a minimum units completed in accredited colleges or institutions.
of one year and have completed a minimum of fifteen
(15) units of Fire Technology in an accredited college or 6. Students with the same number of completed Fire Technology
institution with a grade in each course of “C” or better. units, the same grade point average in the Fire Technology units
Explorer Scouts DO NOT qualify for in-service status. and the same number of total units completed in accredited
colleges or institutions will be prioritized based on the grade
It must be the intent of any person filing an application as an point average of all college units completed.
in-service member to return to the sponsoring organization
upon completion of the academy training. It must be the intent 7. It will be the responsibility of the student to have on file with
of the department sponsoring such member to utilize the skills the Regional Training Center Office the application and official
and knowledge acquired by the member in the day-to-day transcripts verifying completed course work results on or before
operation of the department. the closing date for applications.
8. Registration for the Fire Academy based on priorities
established will occur at least five working days prior to start of
the Academy to allow time to obtain required materials.
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FITNESS SPECIALIST
DIVISION OF KINESIOLOGY, DANCE, AND ATHLETICS
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Fitness Specialist Required Courses Units
KIN 115 *Fitness Specialist Internship...................... 2
The Fitness Specialist Certificate Program is designed to prepare KIN 122 Nutrition for Sport and Fitness.................. 3
students for employment as fitness instructors and a career in KIN 126 Principles of Strength and
the rapidly expanding health and fitness industry. Students will Conditioning.............................................. 3
gain academic knowledge and fitness skills through the required KIN 127 Exercise Physiology...................................... 3
course work, as well as develop the skills necessary to apply this KIN 128 Fitness Testing and Exercise
knowledge in a vocational setting. The certificate is designed Prescription................................................ 3
to be completed in one calendar year for students who attend KIN 131 Structure and Analysis of
full-time and may lead to immediate employment opportunities. Movement................................................... 3
The curriculum has been designed to equip the student with KIN 145 Theory and Analysis
the scientific background, both theoretical and practical, to of Fitness Instruction................................ 2
successfully customize fitness programs that include education and KIN 146 Training Principles for Special
guidance on nutrition, weight control, flexibility, core strength, Populations................................................. 2
cardiovascular exercise and resistance training. Students will also
be prepared to pass national certification exams in health, fitness, Choose two courses from the list below:
strength and conditioning. The program will prepare students KINA 130 Lifelong Fitness Laboratory........................ 1
for transfer to a university in order to pursue a higher degree in KINA 136 Pilates Mat I................................................... 1
various areas of study. KINA 158 Yoga I............................................................. 1
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Fitness Units Required 23
Specialist, it is necessary to complete the following courses with a *Prerequisite
grade of “C” or better:
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GAME DEVELOPMENT
DIVISION OF ARTS & CULTURAL PROGRAM
CERTIFICATE OF SKILL PROFICIENCY
The Game Development certificate is designed to provide students
with the technical, creative and artistic skill sets necessary to create
industry standard game art.
Required Courses Units
ANIM 101 Introduction to Digital 3D
Animation................................................. 4
ANIM 120 Lighting and Texture.................................... 4
ANIM 130 Modeling for Games.................................... 4
GDSN 178 Digital Imaging (Photoshop)....................... 3
Units Required 15
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GENERAL STUDIES
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
The General Studies degree with an area of emphasis is designed to give students a broad introduction to an area of knowledge
represented by related disciplines and topics. This degree is intended for students who may not be intending to pursue a specific
occupational major, nor are they necessarily planning to transfer. However, careful educational planning with a counselor will help to
ensure that, if a student did decide at a later date to transfer to a university, they would have a foundation in the transfer planning process.
Students will select an “Area of Emphasis” from the following four options based on their interests and educational goals.
MUS 131 Music History and Literature
After 1750................................................3
General Studies with an Emphasis in MUS 132 History of Rock and Roll...........................3
Arts and Human Expression: MUS 133 Music Appreciation....................................3
MUS 134 Chamber Singers........................................2
These courses emphasize the study of cultural, literary, humanistic MUS 135 Music in Film..............................................3
activities and artistic expression of human beings. Students will MUS 136 History of Jazz.............................................3
evaluate and interpret the ways in which people through the ages MUS 155 Music for Dance.........................................3
in different cultures have responded to themselves and the world PHTO 190 Beginning Photography.............................3
around them in artistic and cultural creation. Students will also THTR 101 Theatre Arts Appreciation.........................3
learn to value aesthetic understanding and incorporate these con- THTR 105 or
cepts when constructing value judgments. This emphasis includes THTR 105H *The History and Development
lower division coursework that prepares students for potential of the Theatre...........................................3
careers in fine arts, foreign languages, literature, and philosophy. THTR 110 Principles of Acting....................................3
THTR 150 Theatre Crafts..............................................3
To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in General Stud-
ies with an Emphasis in Arts and Human Expression, it is B) HUMAN EXPRESSION
necessary to complete the graduation requirements of the College ASL 149 American Sign Language I........................4
along with the following courses: CHIN 101 Chinese I......................................................4
CHIN 102 Chinese II....................................................4
Choose at least one course from each category (A and B) and then CHST 146 The Mexican American in the
complete additional courses in categories A and/or B to total 18 History of the U.S....................................3
units of coursework from the following list: ENGL 126 Languages of the World ............................3
FR 101 French I........................................................4
FR 102 French II......................................................4
A) ARTS FR 201 French III.....................................................4
ART 101 Introduction to the Fine Arts...................3
ART 104 Art of the Ancient Americas.....................3 FR 202 French IV.....................................................4
HIST 101 History of World Civilization
ART 105 or *Survey of Western Art: Prehistory to the 17th Century.................................3
ART 105H through the Middle Ages......................3
ART 106 or *Survey of Western Art: HIST 102 History of World Civilization,
1500 to the Present..................................3
ART106H Renaissance to Contemporary.............3 HIST 122 History of Mexico.......................................3
ART 107 The Art of Asia............................................3
ART 108 The Art of Mexico......................................3 HIST 131 History of the North American
Indian........................................................3
ART 109 American Art History................................3 HIST 143 or *History of the United States
ART 110 Understanding Visual Art.........................3
ART 112 Visual Art in the Modern Era...................3 HIST 143H to 1877......................................................3
HIST 144 or
ART 113 The History of Photography......................3 HIST 144H *History of the United States
ART 115 The Art of Film...........................................3
ART 120 Two Dimensional Design..........................3 Since 1865.................................................3
HIST 158 US Comparative History of
ART 121 Three Dimensional Design.......................3 American Indians and Black
ART 130 Freehand Drawing I...................................3
ART 135 Beginning Painting.....................................3 Americans................................................3
HIST 159 or
ART 140 Ceramics I...................................................3 HIST 159H *US Comparative History of
DANC 179 Dance History.............................................3
DANC 199 Dance Appreciation...................................3 Mexican and Asian Americans
and Women..............................................3
MUS 101 Fundamentals of Music.............................3 HIST 167 History of California..................................3
MUS 120 Concert Choir I..........................................2
MUS 129 Music in Latin American HIST 170 Women in American History...................3
HUM 110 Survey of Humanities................................3
Culture.....................................................3 HUM 111 Survey of Humanities................................3
MUS 130 Music History and Literature
Before 1750...............................................3 HUM 125 or
HUM 125H *Introduction to Mexican
Culture......................................................3
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GENERAL STUDIES CONTINUED
JAPN 101 Japanese I.....................................................4
JAPN 102 Japanese II...................................................4
LATN 101 Latin I...........................................................4 General Studies with an Emphasis in
LATN 102 *Latin II.......................................................4 Social Behavior and Self-Development
LIT 102 or
LIT 102H *Approaches to Literature.........................3 These courses provide students knowledge and understanding
LIT 112A or of social behavior and self-development. This area of emphasis
LIT 112AH *American Literature.................................3 is designed to prepare students to use their understanding of
LIT 112B or themselves and others to communicate and collaborate more
LIT 112BH *American Literature.................................3 effectively. It combines knowledge of theory with attention to
LIT 114 or *Elementary and Adolescent personal growth and purpose, as well as health and wellness.
LIT 114H Literature..................................................3 Students learn to become citizens who care for themselves
LIT 117 or Mexican Literature in and others, ready to work with people in their communities.
LIT 117H Translation................................................3 Participation in group activities and collaborative projects is a
LIT 130 or central focus of this emphasis, allowing students to experience group
LIT 130H *Women and Literature.............................3 interactions in a variety of contexts. This emphasis includes lower
LIT 140 or division coursework that prepares students for potential careers in
LIT 140H *Introduction to the Novel........................3 people/community-oriented professions including social, health and
LIT 141 *Introduction to Poetry.............................3 recreational services.
LIT 142 or
LIT 142H *Introduction to Shakespeare...................3 To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies
LIT 144A *World Literature.......................................3 with an Emphasis in Social Behavior and Self-Develop-
LIT 144B *World Literature.......................................3 ment, it is necessary to complete the graduation requirements of the
LIT 145 or College along with the following courses:
LIT 145H *Introduction to the Short
Story.........................................................3
LIT 146A or
LIT 146AH *British Literature.......................................3 Choose at least one course from each category below (A and B).
L IT 146B or Then complete additional courses from categories A and B to reach a
LIT 146BH *British Literature ......................................3 total of 18 units from the following list:
LIT 147 *Cinema as Literature ...............................3 A) Theory and Knowledge
LIT 148 Introduction to Dramatic
Literature .................................................3 ANTH 101 or *Introduction to Physical
LIT 149 Introduction to Chicana/Chicano ANTH 101H Anthropology..............................................3
Literature ................................................3 ANTH 102 or
PHIL 101 or ANTH 102H *Introduction to Cultural
PHIL 101H *Introduction to Philosophy.....................3 Anthropology...............................................3
PHIL 120 Introduction to Ethics................................3
PHIL 124 History of Philosophy: ANTH 103 Introduction to Archaeology........................3
ANTH 110 Human Sexuality from a
Ancient.....................................................3 Cross-Cultural Perspective ........................3
PHIL 126 History of Philosophy:
Modern....................................................3 ANTH 115 *Introduction to Medical
Anthropology...............................................3
PHIL 128 Introduction to Political ANTH 125 Religion, Magic, Witchcraft, and
Philosophy................................................3
PHIL 135 Philosophy & Contemporary the Supernatural...........................................3
CHST 101 Introduction to Chicano Studies..................3
Issues.........................................................3 CHST 146 The Mexican American in the
PHIL 140 Philosophy of Religion...............................3
PHIL 150 Introduction to World History of the U.S.......................................3
Religions...................................................3 CHST 148 La Chicana: The Contemporary
POLS 128 or *Introduction to Political Mexican-American Female......................3
POLS 128H Philosophy................................................3 CHST 150 Chicano Politics...............................................3
SPAN 101 Spanish I......................................................4
SPAN 102 *Spanish II...................................................4 CD 106 Child Growth and Development..................3
CD 208 Child, Family and Community.....................3
SPAN 130 Spanish for Heritage Speakers I................3 ECON 101 or
SPAN 131 *Spanish for Heritage Speakers II............3
SPAN 201 or ECON 101H *Principles of Macroeconomics....................3
ECON 102 or
SPAN 201H *Spanish III.................................................4 ECON 102H *Principles of Microeconomics....................3
SPAN 202 *Spanish IV.................................................4
SPCH 130 Oral Interpretation.....................................3 ECON 106 Economics of Contemporary
Issues............................................................. 3
SPCH 132 Readers Theatre..........................................3 ECON 135 International Political Economy...................3
HIST 101 History of World Civilization to
the 17th Century..........................................3
HIST 102 History of World Civilization,
1500 to the Present.......................................3
HIST 122 History of Mexico...........................................3
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HIST 131 History of the North American SPCH 101 or *Public Speaking.............................................3
Indian.............................................................3 SPCH 101H Fundamentals of Oral
HIST 143 or *History of the United States SPCH 102
HIST 143H to 1877............................................................3 Communication........................................... 3
HIST 144 or SPCH 140 Argumentation and Debate...........................3
HIST 144H *History of the United States
Since 1865....................................................3
B) Growth and Purpose/Health and Wellness
HIST 158 US Comparative History of COUN 101 College and Life Success................................3
American Indians and Black COUN 151 or
Americans.................................................... 3 151A, 151B,
HIST 159 or and 151C Career Exploration & Life Planning............3
HIST 159H *US Comparative History of Mexican
and Asian Americans & Women.............3 (The entire sequence of COUN 151 A-C must be completed for a
HIST 167 History of California.......................................3 total of 3 units.) College and Life Success................................3
HIST 170 Women in American History.......................3 EDEV 101 Health: Personal Issues..................................3
HUM 130 Contemporary Mexican-American .............. KIN 191 Health: Women’s Personal
Culture..........................................................3 KIN 192
GEOG 102 Introduction to Cultural Health............................................................. 3
Geography.....................................................3 KIN 196 Health: Fitness and Wellness ........................3
GEOG 103 World Regional Geography...........................3 *Prerequisite
PHIL 128 Introduction to Political Philosophy............3
POLS 110 or
POLS 110H *Government of the
United States.................................................3 General Studies with an Emphasis in
POLS 128 or *Introduction to Political Social Sciences:
POLS 128H Philosophy...................................................3
POLS 135 International Political Economy…………3 These courses emphasize the perspective, concepts, theories and
POLS 130 Comparative Government.............................3 methodologies of the variety of disciplines that comprise study in
POLS 140 International Relations...................................3 the social sciences. Students will study human experience in the
POLS 150 Chicano Politics...............................................3 context of the larger society. Students will study how individuals,
PSY 101 or social subgroups, and societies operate in relation to each other.
PSY 101H *Introductory Psychology..............................3 This emphasis includes lower division coursework that prepares
PSY 112 Lifespan Development...................................3 students for potential careers in the helping professions such
PSY 114 Introduction to Abnormal as teaching, business, government, social work, and non-profit
Psychology................................................... 3 organizations.
PSY 121 Drugs, Society, and Behavior........................3
HUSR 123 Drug Education and Prevention...................3 To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in General Studies
PSY 133 Personal and Social Adjustment...................3 with an Emphasis in Social Sciences, it is necessary to
PSY 170 Introduction to Learning and complete the graduation requirements of the College along with
Memory........................................................3 the following courses:
PSY 180 Positive Psychology.........................................3
PSY 200 *Research Methods in
Psychology.....................................................3 Choose 18 units of coursework including two or more disciplines
READ 101 *Critical Reading.............................................3 from the following list:
ANTH 101 or
SOC 101 or ANTH 101H *Introduction to Physical
SOC 101H *Introduction to Sociology............................3
SOC 102 Major Social Problems...................................3 Anthropology................................................ 3
ANTH 102 or
SOC 105 Introduction to Human ANTH 102H *Introduction to Cultural
Sexuality.........................................................3
SOC 110 Human Sexuality from a Anthropology............................................. 3
ANTH 103 Introduction of Archaeology...................... 3
Cross-Cultural Perspective.........................3 ANTH 110 Human Sexuality from a
SOC 114 Marriage, Family and Intimate
Relationships.................................................3 Cross-Cultural Perspective....................... 3
ANTH 115 Introduction to Medical
SOC 116 Introduction to Race and Ethnic Anthropology............................................. 3
Relations........................................................3
SOC 120 Perspectives of Sex and Gender....................3 ANTH 125 Religion, Magic, Witchcraft, and
the Supernatural........................................ 3
SOC 127 Introduction to Criminology........................3 CD 106 Child Growth and Development................ 3
SOC 148 La Chicana: The Contemporary
Mexican-American Female......................3 CD 208 Child, Family and Community.................. 3
CHST 101 Introduction to Chicano Studies................ 3
SPCH 100 Interpersonal CHST 146 The Mexican American in the
Communications.........................................3
History of the U.S..................................... 3
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CHST 148 La Chicana: The Contemporary SOC 101 or *Introduction to Sociology......................... 3
Mexican-American Female.................... 3 SOC 101H
CHST 150 Chicano Politics............................................ 3 SOC 102 Major Social Problems................................. 3
ECON 101 or SOC 105 Human Sexuality.......................................... 3
ECON 101H *Principles of Macroeconomics.................. 3 SOC 110 Human Sexuality from a
ECON 102 or Cross-Cultural Perspective....................... 3
ECON 102H *Principles of Microeconomics.................. 3 SOC 114 Marriage, Family and Intimate
ECON 106 Economics of Contemporary Relationships.............................................. 3
Issues.......................................................... 3 SOC 116 Introduction to Race and Ethnic
ECON 135 International Political Economy................. 3 Relationships.............................................. 3
GEOG 102 Introduction to Cultural SOC 120 Perspectives of Sex & Gender..................... 3
Geography.................................................. 3 SOC 127 Introduction to Criminology...................... 3
GEOG 103 World Regional Geography......................... 3 SOC 148 La Chicana: The Contemporary
HIST 101 History of World Civilization to Mexican-American Female.................... 3
the 17th Century....................................... 3
HIST 102 History of World Civilization,
1500 to the Present.................................... 3
HIST 122 History of Mexico......................................... 3
HIST 131 History of the North American
Indian.......................................................... 3
HIST 143 or
HIST 143H *History of the United States
to 1877........................................................ 3
HIST 144 or
HIST 144H *History of the United States
Since 1865................................................... 3
HIST 158 US Comparative History of
American Indians and Black
Americans.................................................. 3
HIST 159 or
HIST 159H *US Comparative History of
Mexican and Asian Americans
and Women................................................ 3
HIST 167 History of California.................................... 3
HIST 170 Women in American History..................... 3
HUM 130 Contemporary Mexican-American
Culture....................................................... 3
PHIL 128 Introduction to Political
Philosophy.................................................. 3
POLS 110 or
POLS 110H *Government of the
United States.............................................. 3
POLS 128 Introduction to Political
Philosophy.................................................. 3
POLS 130 Comparative Government.......................... 3
POLS 135 International Political Economy................. 3
POLS 140 International Relations................................ 3
POLS 150 Chicano Politics............................................ 3
PSY 101 or
PSY 101H *Introductory Psychology........................... 3
PSY 112 Lifespan Development................................. 3
PSY 114 Introduction to Abnormal
Psychology.................................................. 3
PSY 170 Introduction to Learning and
Memory...................................................... 3
PSY 180 Positive Psychology...................................... 3
PSY 200 *Research Methods in
Psychology.................................................. 3
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GENERAL STUDIES CONTINUED
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
General Studies with an Emphasis in B) Physical Sciences
Science and Mathematics: ASTR 110 or
ASTR 110H *General Astronomy.................................... 3
These courses emphasize the natural sciences, which examine the ASTR 112 *Observational Astronomy......................... 1
physical universe, its life forms and its natural phenomena. As CHEM 110 *Chemistry for Allied Health
mathematics is the language of science, courses in mathematics Majors......................................................... 5
help students develop quantitative reasoning skills beyond the CHEM 120 *Introduction to Chemistry........................ 5
level of intermediate algebra. Students will be able to demonstrate CHEM 130 *General Chemistry..................................... 5
an understanding of the methodologies of science as investigative CHEM 140 *General Chemistry..................................... 5
tools. Students will also examine the influence that the acquisition CHEM 230 *Organic Chemistry..................................... 5
of scientific knowledge has on human experience. This emphasis CHEM 231 *Organic Chemistry..................................... 5
includes lower-division coursework that prepares students for GEOG 101 Introduction to Physical
potential careers in science, engineering, math, and health-related Geography................................................. 3
fields. GEOG 101L *Introduction to Physical
Geography Laboratory.............................. 1
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in General Stud- GEOL 150 Physical Geology.......................................... 3
ies with an Emphasis in Science and Mathematics, it is GEOL 151 *Physical Geology Laboratory.................... 1
necessary to complete the graduation requirements of the College PHY 120 *Physics for Everyday Use........................... 4
along with the following courses: PHY 150 *General Physics-I........................................ 4
PHY 160 *General Physics-II...................................... 4
Choose at least one course from each category (A, B and C) and PHY 211 *Physics for Scientists and
then complete additional courses in any category to total 18 units Engineers-I................................................. 4
from the following list. Among these courses the student must PHY 212 *Physics for Scientists and
complete at least one laboratory course. Engineers-II............................................... 4
PHY 213 *Physics for Scientists and
Engineers-III.............................................. 4
A) Life Sciences
ANTH 101 or C) Mathematics
MATH 130 or
ANTH 101H *Introduction to Physical MATH 130H *Statistics....................................................... 4
Anthropology............................................. 3
ANTH 101L Physical Anthropology Lab......................... 1 MATH 140 *Mathematics for Elementary
Teachers..................................................... 4
BIOL 101 General Biology............................................ 4 MATH 160 *College Algebra........................................... 4
BIOL 105 Human Biology............................................. 3
BIOL 111 Marine Biology............................................. 3 MATH 170 *Elements of Calculus.................................. 4
MATH 175 *Plane Trigonometry................................... 3
BIOL 111L *Marine Biology Laboratory....................... 1 MATH 180 *Pre-Calculus................................................ 4
BIOL 112 Outdoor Biology........................................... 3
BIOL 120 Environmental Biology................................ 3 MATH 190 or
MATH 190H *Calculus I..................................................... 4
BIOL 120L *Environmental Biology MATH 191 *Calculus II................................................... 4
Laboratory................................................. 1
BIOL 200 *Principles of Biology 1 MATH 250 *Calculus III.................................................. 4
MATH 260 *Linear Algebra............................................. 4
(Molecular and Cellular Biology)............ 5 MATH 270 *Differential Equations................................ 4
BIOL 201 *Principles of Biology 2
(Diversity and Ecology) ........................... 5 PSY 190 *Statistics for the Behavioral
Sciences..................................................... 4
BIOL 222 *Microbiology............................................... 5
BIOL 226 *Human Physiology..................................... 4
PSY 210 or *Prerequisite
PSY 210H *Biological Psychology................................ 3
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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
SYSTEMS
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
This Certificate of Achievement in Geographic Information Required Courses Units
Systems (GIS) targets students interested in becoming a GIS GIS 120 Introduction to Geographic Information ....
Technician. A GIS technician utilizes standard GIS tools and Systems and Spatial Analysis.........................4
utilities to enter and correct data in GIS databases such as locating GIS 220 *GIS Applications............................................4
addresses, georeferencing scanned maps, digitizing and collecting GIS 221 *Cartography Design and Geographic
and processing data from the field. Most duties assigned to GIS Information Systems..................................4
Technicians are routine with a heavy amount of database entry and
management with eventual generation of maps from data. A GIS ENGT 150 or AutoCAD for Basic CADD
Technician performs no data interpretation after data has been Applications ................................................ 4
stored unless under the guidance of the analyst. Many students ENGT 170 MicroStation for Basic CADD
enrolled in GIS at Rio Hondo College have degrees in a variety of Applications................................................. 4
disciplines. After completing the GIS courses, these students could
be labeled as the GIS Analyst within their area of discipline (Crime Select one of the following focus areas below:
Analyst, Environmental Planner, etc.)
To acquire the Geographic Information Systems Certificate of GIS 230 *Geographic Information Systems in
Achievement, you must complete the following courses: Environmental Technology......................3
CIVIL 142 Introduction to Surveying and
GPS............................................................... 4
GIS 281 Crime Mapping and Analysis.......................4
Units Required 19 - 20
*Prerequisite
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HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
The courses listed in the Associate of Science Degree are Heavy Equipment
comprised of a comprehensive list of job skills needed to enter Service Technician
the heavy equipment field. The skills developed during class will
prepare an individual for entry-level employment as a Heavy The courses listed in the Certificate of Achievement are comprised
Equipment Service Technician at a modern heavy equipment and of a comprehensive list of job skills needed to enter the heavy
machinery facility. equipment field. The skills developed during class will prepare
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Heavy an individual for entry-level employment as a Heavy Equipment
Equipment Technology, it is necessary to complete the Service Technician at a modern heavy equipment and machinery
graduation requirements of the College along with the following facility.
courses, with a grade of “C” or better: To acquire the Heavy Equipment Service Technician
Certificate, it is necessary to complete the following courses with
Required Courses Units a grade of “C” or better:
HET 140 *Heavy Equipment
Electrical Diagnostics.............................. 4
HET 150 *Heavy Equipment Fuel Required Courses Units
Systems and Emissions............................ 4 HET 140 *Heavy Equipment
HET 160 *Heavy Equipment Diesel Engines............ 4 Electrical Diagnostics.............................. 4
HET 200 *Heavy Equipment Hydraulic HET 150 *Heavy Equipment Fuel
Fundamentals........................................... 4 Systems and Emissions............................ 4
HET 210 *Heavy Equipment Hydraulic HET 160 *Heavy Equipment Diesel Engines............ 4
Diagnostics............................................... 4 HET 200 *Heavy Equipment Hydraulic
HET 220 *Heavy Equipment Powertrains I............... 4 Fundamentals........................................... 4
HET 230 *Heavy Equipment Powertrains II............. 4 HET 210 *Heavy Equipment Hydraulic
HET 240 *Heavy Equipment Heating, Ventilation, Diagnostics............................................... 4
and Air Conditioning.............................. 4 HET 220 *Heavy Equipment Powertrains I............... 4
HET 230 *Heavy Equipment Powertrains II............. 4
Units Required 32 HET 240 *Heavy Equipment Heating, Ventilation,
and Air Conditioning.............................. 4
*Prerequisite
Units Required 32
*Prerequisite
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HISTORY
DIVISION OF BEHAVIORIAL & SOCIAL SCIENCE
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN HISTORY FOR TRANSFER
Required Courses Units
HIST 101 History of World Civilization
to the 17th Century................................. 3
HIST 102 History of World Civilization,
1500 to the Present ................................ 3
HIST 143 or History of the United States to 1877
HIST 143H *History of the United States to
1877 Honors............................................ 3
Associate in Arts in HIST 144 or History of the United States Since 1865
History for Transfer HIST 144H *History of the United States Since
1865 Honors............................................ 3
The Associate in Arts in History for Transfer (AA-T) Degree is
intended to meet the lower division requirements for History Choose one course from the following list:
majors (or similar majors) at a CSU campus that offers a HIST 158 US Comparative History of American
baccalaureate degree. The Associate in Arts in History for Indians and Black Americans............... 3
Transfer Degree is designed to enable students to explore a broad HIST 159 or *US Comparative History of Mexican .......
understanding of the social, political, cultural and economic HIST 159H and Asian Americans & Women.......... 3
events and forces that have shaped our nation’s past, present and HIST 170 Women in American History.................... 3
future. In addition to studying the history of the United States, HIST 122 History of Mexico........................................ 3
history majors will study other civilizations and cultures gaining a
broader perspective and better understanding of the contemporary Choose one course from the following list:
world. Through a diverse curriculum, students learn to gather, HIST 167 History of California................................... 3
synthesize, analyze and interpret historical evidence, building a ECON 101 or *Principles of Macroeconomics
strong foundation that prepares students to either transfer to a ECON101H *Principles of Macroeconomics
four-year college or succeed in numerous career paths, such as Honors...................................................... 3
teaching, law, business administration, journalism and public ECON 102 or *Principles of Microeconomics
service. ECON102H *Principles of Microeconomics
Honors...................................................... 3
In addition to the courses listed below, the following GEOG 102 Introduction to Cultural
additional requirements must be met for completion of Geography................................................ 3
the AA-T Degree in History. PHIL 101 or Introduction to Philosophy
PHIL 101H *Introduction to Philosophy
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. Honors...................................................... 3
POLS 110 or Government of the United States
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU- POLS110H * Government of the United States
transferable coursework. (Some majors may require a higher Honors...................................................... 3
GPA. Students should consult with a counselor for more POLS 150/
information.) CHST150 Chicano Politics........................................... 3
3. Completion of the 18 semester units in the major with a Required Subtotal ……………………………………….. 18
grade of “C” or better.
CSU GE or IGETC Pattern ……………………………. Varies
4. Certified completion of the California State University Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) pattern; OR the
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum Degree Total 60
(IGETC) pattern. *Prerequisite
Students are advised to check with the Counseling Department or
Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the History major at
the CSU where they seek transfer.
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HONDA PROFESSIONAL
AUTOMOTIVE CAREER TRAINING
PROGRAM SPECIALIZATION (PACT)
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
The courses listed in the Associate of Science Degree are Required Courses Units
comprised of a comprehensive list of job skills needed to enter the AUTO 045 *Honda/Acura
automotive field. The skills developed during class will enhance Express Service......................................... 4
the student’s ability to complete the (ASE) Automotive Service AUTO 0451 Honda/Acura
Excellence Certification Tests A-1 through A-8, Automotive Chassis Electrical Systems........................ 4
Technician and to become a specialist for Honda/Acura vehicles. AUTO 046 Honda/Acura
The Degree is designed to prepare an individual for transfer and/ Automatic Transmission Systems............. 4
or entry-level employment as an Automotive Technician within AUTO 0461 Honda/Acura
a Honda/Acura Dealer. This is a full-time two-year accelerated Occupant Safety Systems.......................... 4
training and career placement program. AUTO 102 Introduction to Honda/Acura
Service and Repair..................................... 3
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Honda AUTO 125 *Power Train System Service and
Professional Automotive Career Training Program Transmission Diagnostics........................ 4
Specialization, it is necessary to complete the graduation AUTO 140 *Body and Chassis Electrical
requirements of the College along with the following courses: Systems....................................................... 4
AUTO 150 *Engine Electrical Systems.......................... 4
AUTO 160 *Upper End Engine Rebuilding
and Machining........................................... 4
AUTO 201 *Automotive Brake and
Suspension Service.................................... 4
AUTO 240 *Heating and Air
Conditioning.............................................. 4
Units Required 43
*Prerequisite
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HONDA PROFESSIONAL CAREER
TRAINING PROGRAM
SPECIALIZATION (PACT)
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Honda/Acura Air Conditioning and Honda/Acura Brakes, Suspension, and
Supplemental Restraint Systems Electronic Systems
The courses listed in this certificate together complete a comprehensive The courses listed in this certificate together complete a comprehensive
training package for students that include both cognitive and skill- training package for students that include both cognitive and skill-
based training activities. The training from these courses helps to based training activities. The training from these courses helps to
prepare students for ASE Certification areas A-6 Electrical/Electronic prepare students for ASE Certification areas A-4 Suspension and
Systems and A-7 Heating and Air Conditioning. Students also develop Steering, A-5 Brakes, and A-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems. Students
skill-based training techniques that reflect hands-on work experience. also develop skill-based training techniques that reflect hands-on work
The courses are structured to prepare Honda Professional Automotive experience. The courses are structured to prepare Honda Professional
Career Training (PACT) students for occupations within the Honda/ Automotive Career Training (PACT) students for occupations within
Acura Dealership network as express service technicians and/or entry- the Honda/Acura Dealership network as express service technicians
level repair technicians. and/or entry-level repair technicians.
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement Honda/Acura Air To acquire the Certificate of Achievement Honda/Acura Brakes,
Conditioning and Supplemental Restraint Systems, it is Suspension, and Electronic Systems, it is necessary to complete
necessary to complete the following courses with a grade of “C” or the following courses with a grade of “C” or better:
better:
Required Courses Units
AUTO 102 Introduction to Honda/Acura
Required Courses Units Service and Repair............................................ 3
AUTO 102 Introduction to Honda/Acura
Service and Repair............................................ 3 AUTO 140 *Body and Chassis Electrical Systems................ 4
AUTO 0461 Honda/Acura Occupant Safety AUTO 201 *Automotive Brake and Suspension ....................
Systems............................................................... 4 Service................................................................ 4
AUTO 240 *Heating and Air Conditioning........................... 4 AUTO 045 or *Honda/Acura Express Service........................... 4
AUTO 106 or Automotive Electrical Tools and AUTO 290 Cooperative Work Experience/
Diagnostic Procedures......................................... .3 Internship for Automotive
AUTO 290 Cooperative Work Experience/ Technology-Related Fields.............................. 4
Internship for Automotive
Technology-Related Fields.............................. 3 Units Required 15
*Prerequisite
Units Required 14
*Prerequisite
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HONDA PROFESSIONAL CAREER
TRAINING PROGRAM
SPECIALIZATION (PACT)
DIVISION OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Honda/Acura Engine Repair and Chassis Honda/Acura Power Train
and Transmission Systems
Electrical Systems
The courses listed in this certificate together complete a comprehensive
The courses listed in this certificate together complete a comprehensive training package for students that include both cognitive and skill-
training package for students that include both cognitive and skill- based training activities. The training from these courses helps
based training activities. The training from these courses helps to to prepare students for ASE Certification areas A-2 Automatic
prepare students for ASE Certification areas A-1 Engine Repair, A-6 Transmission/Transaxle, A-3 Manual Drive Train and Axles, and
Electrical/Electronic Systems, and A-8 Engine Performance. Students A-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems. Students also develop skill-based
also develop skill-based training techniques that reflect hands-on work training techniques that reflect hands-on work experience. The courses
experience. The courses are structured to prepare Honda Professional are structured to prepare Honda Professional Automotive Career
Automotive Career Training (PACT) students for occupations within Training (PACT) students for occupations within the Honda/Acura
the Honda/Acura Dealership network as express service technicians Dealership network as express service technicians and/or entry-level
and/or entry-level repair technicians. repair technicians.
To acquire the Certificate of Achievement Honda/Acura Engine To acquire the Certificate of Achievement Honda/Acura Power
Repair and Chassis Electrical Systems, it is necessary to complete Train and Transmission Systems, it is necessary to complete the
the following courses with a grade of “C” or better: following courses with a grade of “C” or better:
Required Courses Units
AUTO 102 Introduction to Honda/
Acura Service and Repair................................ 3 Required Courses Units
AUTO 102 Introduction to Honda/Acura
AUTO 0451 Honda/Acura Chassis Service and Repair............................................ 3
Electrical Systems............................................. 4 AUTO 046 Honda/Acura Automatic Transmission
AUTO 150 *Engine Electrical Systems................................... 4 Systems............................................................... 4
AUTO 160 *Upper End Engine Rebuilding and AUTO 125 *Power Train System Service and
Machining.......................................................... 4 Transmission Diagnostics.................................... 4
AUTO 106 or Automotive Electrical Tools and
Diagnostic Procedures..................................... 3
Units Required 15 AUTO 290 Cooperative Work Experience/
*Prerequisite Internship for Automotive Technology
Related Fields.................................................... 3
Units Required 14
*Prerequisite
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HUMAN SERVICES
DIVISION OF BEHAVIORAL & SOCIAL SCIENCES
CERTIFICATE OF SKILL PROFICIENCY
The required courses for the Human Services Certificate provide Required Courses Units
applied, theoretical and practical knowledge to students interested HUSR 111 Human Services in Contemporary
in the helping professions. In addition, the student develops the Society...........................................................3
skills needed for employment in the human services field, such HUSR 122 Introduction to Group Leadership
as the ability to manage and document client cases, lead groups, and Process..................................................3
and make referrals. A required component of this Certificate is a HUSR 124 Introduction to Case Management
field work class which provides the student with experience and and Documentation...................................3
exposure to work in the human services field. HUSR 199 *Fieldwork in Human Services....................3
The Human Services Certificate is designed to provide the SOC 102 Major Social Problems...................................3
student with the academic background and work experience that
would make them competitive for entry-level positions in human Units Required 15
services agencies and organizations. *Prerequisite
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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
DIVISION OF BUSINESS
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
The Degree in International Business is designed for students International Business
who wish to pursue a career in business and desire to work with
businesses in other countries. The program is also for students This Certificate of Achievement is designed for those students
already employed in the international business field who wish to who wish to pursue a career in international business. This
improve their international management and organizational skills. program is also for those students already employed in the
The program also prepares students for management positions in international field who wish to improve on their international
international business. management and organizational skills which can lead to a
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in International management position in international business.
Business, it is necessary to complete the graduation requirements To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in International
of the College along with the following courses with a grade of “C” Business, it is necessary to complete the following courses:
or better:
Required Courses Units
Required Courses Units MGMT 140 Introduction to International
ACCT 101 Financial Accounting.........................................4
BUSL 110 Legal Environment of Business........................3 Business........................................................ 3
MGMT 141 International Marketing................................. 3
LOG 101 Supply Chain Management...............................3 MGMT 142 International Management............................ 3
MGMT 108 Business Writing.................................................3
MGMT 140 Introduction to International MGMT 143 Import & Export Business............................. 3
MGMT 144 International Banking & Finance................. 3
Business................................................................3 MGMT 290 Cooperative Work Experience/
MGMT 141 International Marketing....................................3
MGMT 142 International Management...............................3 Internship for Business
Management Related Fields....................3-4
MGMT 143 Import and Export Business.............................3
MGMT 144 International Banking &
Finance..............................................................3 Units Required 18 or 19
Units Required 28
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JOURNALISM
DIVISION OF COMMUNICATIONS & LANGUAGES
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN JOURNALISM FOR TRANSFER
REQUIRED COURSES Units
MSCM 128 Mass Media In Modern Society................. 3
JOUR 120 Communications Reporting
and Writing.............................................. 3
JOUR 241 or *Newspaper Production I .......................... 4
JOUR 242 Digital Newspaper I..................................... 4
LIST A: Select one (3-4 units)
JOUR 110 Digital Photo Journalism............................ 3
JOUR 243 or *Newspaper Production II......................... 4
Associate in Arts in JOUR 244 *Digital Newspaper Production II............ 4
Journalism for Transfer
LIST B: Select two (6-8 units)
The Associate in Arts in Journalism for Transfer (AA-T) Degree is GDSN 172 Publication Design (InDesign).................. 3
intended to meet the lower division requirements for Journalism ECON 101 or *Principles of Macroeconomics................. 3
majors (or similar majors) at a CSU campus that offers a Journal- ECON 101H *Principles of Macroeconomics
ism baccalaureate degree. Honors....................................................... 3
This degree is designed for students interested in an introduction ENGL 201 or *Advanced Composition.........................3.5
to the field of Journalism and for students looking to further their ENGL 201H *Advanced Composition Honors...........3.5
education in the field of Journalism to best be prepared to enter JOUR 147 Broadcast News............................................ 3
the job market. Students will demonstrate a wide breadth and MATH 130 or *Statistics....................................................... 4
depth of understanding of mass media theories, methods and con- MATH 130H or *Statistics Honors........................................ 4
cepts. The degree is intended for students who are interested in PSY 190 *Statistics for the Behavioral
Journalism and are planning on transferring to a California State Sciences..................................................... 4
University and majoring in Journalism or Mass Communications. PHIL 112 or Introduction to Logic.................................. 3
Other similar Mass Communication concentrations are Broadcast PHIL 112H *Introduction to Logic Honors.................. 3
Journalism, Entertainment Studies, Photo Communications and PHTO 190 Beginning Photography.............................. 3
Public Relations. POLS 110 or Government of the United States.............. 3
POLS 110H *Government of the United States
In addition to the courses listed below, the following Honors....................................................... 3
additional requirements must be met for completion of POLS 130 Comparative Government.......................... 3
the AA-T Degree in Journalism: SPCH 140 or Argumentation and Debate........................ 3
SPCH 240 *Argumentation and Discussion............... 3
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all CSU- If not chosen above, the following courses may be used to satisfy
the List B requirement:
transferable coursework. (Some majors may require a higher
GPA. Students should consult with a counselor for more JOUR 110 Digital Photo Journalism............................ 3
information.) JOUR 243 or *Newspaper Production II......................... 4
3. Completion of the 19-21.5 semester units in the major with a JOUR 244 *Digital Newspaper Production II............ 4
grade of “C” or better.
4. Certified completion of the California State University Gen- Required Subtotal ......................................................... 19-21.5
eral Education-Breadth (CSU GE) pattern; OR the Interseg-
mental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) CSU GE or IGETC Pattern..........................................................Varies
pattern. Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
Students are advised to check with the Counseling Department
or Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the Journalism Degree Total 60
major at the CSU where they seek transfer. *Prerequisite
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KINESIOLOGY
DIVISION OF KINESIOLOGY, DANCE, AND ATHLETICS
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN KINESIOLOGY FOR TRANSFER
Required Courses Units
BIOL 125 Human Anatomy............................................4
BIOL 226 *Human Physiology.......................................4
KIN 194 Introduction to Kinesiology..........................3
Movement Based Courses - Select a maximum of one (1) course
from any three (3) of the following areas for a minimum of three
(3) units:
Associate in Arts in AQUATICS Swimming I......................................................1
Kinesiology for Transfer KINA 117 Swimming II ...................................................1
KINA 217
The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer is designed to
provide students preparing to transfer with the foundation to COMBATIVE Self-Defense .....................................................1
complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology. Students will be able KINA 124
to pursue careers in teaching, coaching, physical therapy, athletic
training, and adaptive physical education. DANCE Modern Dance ................................................1
The Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer (AA-T) Degree is DANC 151 Latin Social Dance..........................................1
intended to meet the lower division requirements for Kinesiology DANC 168
majors (or similar majors) at a CSU campus that offers a
Kinesiology baccalaureate degree. FITNESS Swim for Fitness .............................................1
This degree is designed for the transfer-oriented student who KINA 120 Aqua Aerobics..................................................1
seeks to explore Kinesiology in preparation for a Bachelor’s degree. KINA 132 Cardio Boot Camp..........................................1
Students will gain information and experience in areas that will KINA 134 Pilates Mat I......................................................1
prepare them for a job or a career in the field of teaching, youth or KINA 136 Fitness Walking
professional sports, coaching, fitness and health industry, physical KINA 140 Yoga....................................................................1
therapy, athletic training, sports management, and lifesaving KINA 158
skills in First Aid and C.P.R. The degree will provide students the
opportunity to pursue work in: youth sports and summer camps, INDIVIDUAL SPORTS
in the fitness industry, assisting physical education professionals KINA 101 Tennis I..............................................................1
and creating new business opportunities in the area of physical KINA 107 Badminton I.....................................................1
activity and sports. KINA 113 Golf I..................................................................1
In addition to the courses listed below, the following TEAM SPORTS
additional requirements must be met for completion of KINA 103 Softball I............................................................1
the AA-T Associate in Arts in Kinesiology for Transfer: KINA 104 Volleyball I .......................................................1
KINA 105 Basketball I.......................................................1
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable units. KINA 109 Soccer I .............................................................1
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in all
CSU-transferable coursework. (Some majors may require a
Choose 2 courses from the following:
higher GPA. Students should consult with a counselor for MATH 130 or *Statistics...........................................................4
more information.) MATH 130H or *Statistics Honors............................................4
3. Completion of the 21-23 semester units in the major with a PSY 190 *Statistics for the Behavioral
grade of “C” or better. Sciences.........................................................4
4. Certified completion of the California State University CHEM 130 *General Chemistry........................................5
General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) pattern; OR the PHY 150 or *General Physics I ..........................................4
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum PHY 211 *Physics for Scientists and
(IGETC) pattern. Engineers I...................................................4
Students are advised to check with the Counseling Department or KIN 193 First Aid and C.P.R..........................................3
Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the Kinesiology major
at the CSU where they seek transfer. Required Subtotal ............................................................. 21 - 23
CSU GE or IGETC Pattern ......................................................Varies
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
Degree Total 60
*Prerequisite
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KINESIOLOGY
DIVISION OF KINESIOLOGY, DANCE, AND ATHLETICS
CAREER CERTIFICATE
Athletic Trainer’s Aide Required Courses Units
KIN 290 *Internship for Athletic
The Athletic Trainer’s Aide Certificate is designed to develop, Training..................................................... 4
practice and implement basic skills in the prevention, treatment and KIN 193 Standard First Aid and CPR....................... 3
rehabilitation of athletic injuries. These courses will set a foundation KIN 194 Introduction to Kinesiology....................... 3
that will aid in the pursuit of a career in the sports medicine and KIN 197 Prevention and Treatment of
health care industries. This program will better prepare students for Athletic Injuries........................................ 3
transfer into an accredited athletic training education program at the KIN 297 *Advanced Athletic Training...................... 3
four- year university level or increase the breadth of education for
those seeking a career in other allied healthcare fields. The student Units Required 16
must attain a grade of “C” or higher in each course for completion. *Prerequisite
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LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
DIVISION OF BUSINESS
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
This program is designed to prepare students for employment as This certificate is designed to prepare students for entry-level
logistics planners, transportation analysts, inventory planners, and employment in logistics, transportation, inventory management,
purchasing analysts. The program will allow the student to develop and purchasing. The certificate will allow the student to develop
organizational skills which can lead to advancement in operations organizational skills which can lead to advancement in operations
management, transportation, purchasing, materials management, management, transportation, purchasing, materials management,
and related areas. The sequence of courses will provide the student and related areas. The sequence of courses will provide the student
the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills demanded of the the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills demanded of
modern logistics specialist. The sequence in which courses are taken the modern logistics specialist. The sequence in which courses are
may be modified to meet individual needs. taken may be modified to meet individual needs.
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Logistics To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Logistics
Management, it is necessary to complete the graduation Management, it is necessary to complete the following courses:
requirements of the College along with the following courses:
Required Courses Units Required Courses Units
LOG 101 Supply Chain Management......................... 3
BUSL 110 Legal Environment of Business......................... 3 LOG 105 Purchasing Management............................. 3
LOG 101 Supply Chain Management......................... 3
LOG 105 Purchasing Management............................. 3 LOG 110 Warehouse Management............................. 3
LOG 115 Inventory Management............................... 3
LOG 110 Warehouse Management............................. 3 LOG 120 Transportation Management...................... 3
LOG 115 Inventory Management............................... 3
MGMT 101 Introduction to Business............................. 3 LOG 125 Contract Management................................. 2
CIT 101 or Introduction to Computer
Information Technology......................... 3 Units Required 17
LOG 130 Computerized Logistics............................... 3
Choose one of the following classes:
ACCT 090 or Introduction to Accounting........................ 3
ACCT 101 Financial Accounting................................... 4
24 or 25
In addition to the Required Courses, students will choose from
one of the following specializations or select one course from each
specialization.
Transportation Specialization Courses: ....................... Units
GIS 120 Introduction to Geographic
Information Systems and
Spatial Analysis........................................ 4
LOG 120 Transportation Management..................... 3
LOG 125 Contract Management................................. 2
.................................................................... 9
TOTAL UNITS 33 or 34
International Trade Specialization Courses: ............... Units
MGMT 140 Introduction to International
Business..................................................... 3
MGMT 142 International Management......................... 3
MGMT 143 Import and Export Business....................... 3
.................................................................... 9
TOTAL UNITS 33 or 34
Operations Management Specialization ...................... Units
LOG 135 Quality Management Concepts.................. 3
MGMT 150 Principles of Management.......................... 3
MGMT 155 Principles of Leadership.............................. 3
.................................................................... 9
TOTAL UNITS 33 or 34
Selecting one course from each specialization:
TOTAL UNITS 32 - 35
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MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISION
DIVISION OF BUSINESS
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Management and Supervision
This curriculum is designed for those students who desire
the education and training for a business career at the This Certificate of Achievement is designed for the student interested
management level in many of the following areas: production, in management or supervisory positions leading to careers in business
materials management and handling, marketing, supervision, management. The Certificate of Achievement can be used to upgrade
transportation, and operations management. A general core of leadership skills and develop organizational skills which can lead to
knowledge aims to equip students with sound foundations upon advancement in areas such as operations management, transportation,
which the may develop management and supervision abilities marketing, materials management, and related fields.
through advanced student and job experience. To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Management and
Supervision, it is necessary to complete the following courses:
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Management
and Supervision, it is necessary to complete the graduation Required Courses Units
requirements of the College along with the following courses:
BUSL 110 Legal Environment of Business.............................. 3
Required Courses Units CIT 101 Introduction to Computer Information
BUSL 110 Legal Environment of Business...................... 3
CIT 101 Introduction to Computer Information Technology............................................................. 3
MGMT 101 Introduction to Business.......................................... 3
Technology...................................................... 3 MGMT 105 Supervision.................................................................. 3
MGMT 101 Introduction to Business................................. 3
MGMT 105 Supervision........................................................ 3 MGMT 108 Business Writing........................................................ 3
MGMT 120 Human Relations in Business................................. 3
MGMT 108 Business Writing............................................... 3 MGMT 146 Human Resources Management............................ 3
MGMT 120 Human Relations in Business......................... 3
MGMT 146 Human Resources MGMT 150 Principles of Management....................................... 3
MRKT 170 Elements of Marketing............................................. 3
Management.................................................. 3
MGMT 150 Principles of Management.............................. 3
MRKT 170 Elements of Marketing.................................... 3 Units Required 27
*Prerequisite
Units Required 27
*Prerequisite
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MASS COMMUNICATIONS/MASS MEDIA
DIVISION OF COMMUNICATIONS & LANGUAGES
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Mass Media
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Mass
Communications: Mass Media, it is necessary to complete the The Mass Communications:Mass Media Certificate is
graduation requirements of the College along with the following designed to provide a general technical background which will
courses: enable the student to make intelligent and realistic career decisions
in mass communications; to provide a broad background which
Required Courses Units will afford the currently employed student an opportunity for
ART 115 Art of Film..................................................... 3 upward mobility or career advancement; to provide a program to
JOUR 110 Digital Photo Journalism............................ 3 meet both the entry-level and skill upgrading needs of the local
JOUR 120 Communications Reporting mass communications industry.
& Writing................................................... 3 To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Mass
JOUR 147 Broadcast News............................................ 3 Communications: Mass Media, it is necessary to complete the
LIT 147 *Cinema as Literature.................................. 3 following courses:
MSCM 103 Survey of Motion Picture,
Radio and Television................................ 3
MSCM 128 Mass Media in Modern Society.................. 3
MSCM 134 Documentary Film....................................... 3 Required Courses Units
ART 115 Art of Film..................................................... 3
RDIO 104 Introduction to Broadcasting..................... 3 JOUR 110 Digital Photo Journalism............................. 3
TV 135 Creative Digital Video ................................ 3 JOUR 120 *Communications Reporting
JOUR 290 or *CWE/Internship for Journalism & Writing.................................................... 3
Related Fields JOUR 147 Broadcast News............................................ 3
RDIO 290 *CWE/Internship for Radio LIT 147 *Cinema as Literature.................................. 3
Related Fields............................................. 1 MSCM 103 Survey of Motion Picture,
Radio and Television................................. 3
Units Required 31 MSCM 128 Mass Media in Modern
*Prerequisite Society....................................................... 3
MSCM 134 Documentary Film....................................... 3
RDIO 104 Introduction to Broadcasting..................... 3
TV 135 Creative Digital Video ................................ 3
JOUR 290 or *CWE/Internship for Journalism
Related Fields
RDIO 290 *CWE/Internship for Radio
Related Fields............................................. 1
Units Required 31
*Prerequisite
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MASS COMMUNICATIONS/PRINT MEDIA
DIVISION OF COMMUNICATIONS & LANGUAGES
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Print Media
To acquire the Associate of Science Degree in Mass
Communications: Print Media, it is necessary to complete the The Mass Communications Certificate is designed to provide a
graduation requirements of the College along with the following general technical background which will enable the student to make
courses: intelligent and realistic career decisions in mass communications;
to provide a broad background which will afford the currently
Required Courses Units employed student an opportunity for upward mobility or career
JOUR 110 Digital Photo Journalism............................. 3 advancement; to provide a program to meet both the entry-level and
JOUR 120 Communications Reporting & skill upgrading needs of the local mass communications industry.
Writing...................................................... 3 To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Mass
JOUR 147 Broadcast News............................................ 3 Communications: Print Media, it is necessary to complete the
JOUR 220 *Advanced Reporting & following courses:
Writing...................................................... 3
JOUR 230 *Magazine Production................................. 3
JOUR 231 Digital Magazine Production...................... 3
JOUR 241 *Newspaper Production I............................ 4
JOUR 242 Digital Newspaper Production I................ 4 Required Courses Units
JOUR 110 Digital Photo Journalism...............................3
JOUR 243 *Newspaper Production II.......................... 4 JOUR 120 Communications
JOUR 244 *Digital Newspaper Production II............. 4
MSCM 128 Mass Media in Modern Society.................. 3 Reporting & Writing..................................3
JOUR 147 Broadcast News...............................................3
JOUR 290 or *CWE/Internship for Journalism JOUR 220 *Advanced Reporting &
Related Fields
RDIO 290 *CWE/Internship for Radio Writing......................................................... 3
JOUR 230 *Magazine Production...................................3
Related Fields............................................ 1 JOUR 231 Digital Magazine Production........................3
Units Required 38 JOUR 241 *Newspaper Production I .............................4
*Prerequisite JOUR 242 Digital Newspaper Production I...................4
JOUR 243 *Newspaper Production II ............................4
JOUR 244 *Digital Newspaper Production II...............4
MSCM 128 Mass Media in Modern Society....................3
JOUR 290 or *CWE/Internship for Journalism
Related Fields
RDIO 290 *CWE/Internship for Radio
Related Fields..............................................1
Units Required 38
*Prerequisite
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MATHEMATICS
DIVISION OF MATHEMATICS & SCIENCES
ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE IN MATHEMATICS FOR TRANSFER
Required Courses Units
MATH 190 or *Calculus I.................................................... 4
MATH 190H
MATH 191 *Calculus II................................................... 4
MATH 250 *Calculus III................................................. 4
Students must also choose 2 courses from the following list:
Associate in Science in MATH 260 *Linear Algebra............................................ 4
Mathematics for Transfer MATH 270 *Differential Equations............................... 4
The Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer or replace MATH 260 or MATH 270 with one course below:
(AS-T) Degree is intended to meet the lower division MATH 130 or *Statistics...................................................... 4
requirements for Mathematics majors at a CSU campus that offers MATH 130H
a Mathematics baccalaureate degree. PHY 211 *Physics for Scientists and
Mathematics is the language of the physical and technical Engineers.................................................. 4
sciences. As such, this Degree also satisfies the lower division
requirements for a variety of baccalaureate degrees including Required Subtotal 20
Engineering, Physics, Computer Science and Chemistry.
CSU GE or IGETC Pattern ................................................. Varies
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 transferable units)
In addition to the courses listed below, the following Degree Total 60
additional requirements must be met for completion of *Prerequisite
the Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer:
1. Completion of 60 CSU-transferable
semester units.
2. Achievement of a minimum GPA of at least 2.0 in
all CSU-transferable coursework. (Some majors may
require a higher GPA. Students should consult with a
counselor for more information).
3. Completion of the 20 semester units in the major with a
grade of “C” or better.
4. Certified completion of the California State University
General Education-Breadth (CSU GE) pattern; OR
the Intersegmental General Education Transfer
Curriculum (IGETC) pattern.
Students are advised to check with the Counseling Department
or Transfer Center for the courses accepted into the Mathematics
major at the CSU where they seek transfer.
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MUSIC
DIVISION OF ARTS & CULTURAL PROGRAMS
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
The Associate of Arts Degree in Music is a two-year program Required Courses Units
designed to prepare students for the continued study of music and/ MUS 101 Fundamentals of Music............................... 3
or future professional employment in the field of music. Graduates MUS 103 *Music Theory I............................................ 3
receive an Associate of Arts degree in Music. MUS 104 *Music Theory II.......................................... 3
Students entering the program with the intent to perform will gain MUS 106 *Beginning Musicianship I......................... 3
valuable experience and performance skills performing in our MUS 107 *Beginning Musicianship II........................ 3
various choirs and our unique multi-instrument ensemble. The MUS 145 Beginning Piano I......................................1.5
various levels of study in vocal, instrumental, theory, musicianship, MUS 146 *Beginning Piano II..................................1.5
and keyboard skills will supply students with the necessary abilities MUS 147 *Intermediate Piano I...............................1.5
to excel in those areas when they complete the music program at MUS 148 *Intermediate Piano II..............................1.5
Rio Hondo College. MUS 156 *Intermediate Musicianship I..................... 3
MUS 157 *Intermediate Musicianship II.................... 3
To acquire the Associate of Arts Degree in Music, it is Choose 4 courses from the following list:
necessary to complete the graduation requirements of the College MUS 116 Music Ensemble for Diverse
along with the following courses: Instruments I.........................................2.5
MUS 117 *Music Ensemble for Diverse
Instruments II........................................2.5
MUS 120 Concert Choir I............................................ 2
MUS 134 *Chamber Singers........................................ 2
MUS 138 Masterworks Chorale................................... 2
MUS 139 *Advanced Concert Choir........................... 2
MUS 216 *Advanced Music Ensemble for
Diverse Instruments I...........................2.5
MUS 217 Advanced Music Ensemble for
Diverse Instruments II.........................2.5
MUS 220 Concert Choir II........................................... 2
MUS 234 *Advanced Chamber Singers...................... 2
Units Required 35-37
*Prerequisite
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NURSING PROGRAMS OVERVIEW
DIVISION OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND NURSING
The Division of Health Associate Degree Nursing communication. The student will gain
Science and Nursing (LVN-RN 30-Unit Option) a general core knowledge of entry-
The Division of Health Science and Program level nursing skills through classroom
Nursing offers two different types of Licensed Vocational Nurses wishing instruction and hands on clinical time.
programs: Associate Degree Nursing to qualify for licensure examination Career Certificate for Acute
Program and Vocational Nursing as a Registered Nurse but not obtain Care Certified Nursing
Program. The division also offers three a degree may consider this 30-unit Assistant
career certificates: Pre-Certification option. This Career Certificate is designed for
Nursing Assistant Course, Acute Care, the student who already has their CNA
and Home Health Aide. All three The Vocational Nursing (VN) Certificate wishing to gain employ- ment
programs have exceptional pass rates on Program in the Acute Care Hospital setting. Areas
national exams and or state certification The Vocational Nursing Program is a of emphasis will include taking care of
exams. three-semester program following the patients in the acute care setting utilizing
completion of prerequisite courses. skills in basic care, emergency care,
Associate Degree Nursing It is designed to prepare students for communication skills, patient assessment,
(ADN) Program employment as a Vocational Nurse, giving observation and reporting, with additional
The ADN program is a two-year care to patients in a variety of settings, such emphasis on the specialized acute care
program designed to prepare students as acute hospitals, extended care facilities, areas such as medical/surgical/orthopedics,
for employment as a registered nurse home health care, surgical centers and pediatrics and obstetrics. Students will
providing direct care to patients. medical offices. The program is accredited gain general core knowledge of entry-
Graduates receive an Associate in Science by the California State Board of Vocational level nursing skills through classroom
Degree of Nursing. Students who complete Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. instruction and hands on clinical time.
the program are qualified to take the Students, who complete the curriculum Career Certificate for Home
examination leading to licensure as a and achieve the career certificate are Health Aide
Registered Nurse. In addition to the ADN qualified to apply for the examination This Career Certificate is designed for
program, we offer LVN to ADN Transition leading to licensure as a Licensed the student who already has their CNA
and a LVN-RN 30 Unit Option. Vocational Nurse. Students also have the wishing to gain employment in the
option of obtaining an Associate of Science home care setting. Areas of emphasis
Associate Degree Nursing degree in Vocational Nursing. will include taking care of patients in the
(LVN to ADN) Program home care setting utilizing skills in basic
Licensed Vocational Nurses wishing Career Certificates Pre- care, emergency care, communication
to earn their Associate Degree in Certification Nursing skills, patient assessment, observation
Nursing so they may qualify to take Assistant and reporting, with additional emphasis
the examination for licensure as a This Career Certificate is designed for the on rehabilitative nursing care, and family
Registered Nurse may enter the LVN student wishing to gain employment in the relationships. Students will gain general
to ADN Transition Program. This Acute Care, Long-Term Care or Assisted core knowledge of entry-level nursing skills
program is 2-1/2 semesters. Living settings. Areas of emphasis will through classroom instruction and hands
include taking care of geriatric patients on clinical time.
in a long-term care setting utilizing
skills in basic care, emergency care and
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ADN Program Mission Statement ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING
The Associate Degree Nursing Program (ADN) is PROGRAM (RN) – GENERIC
committed to preparing students for the professional role
of the registered nurse at the entry level. In addition, the A. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
aim of the program is to prepare the nursing student for
academic advancement.
ADN Program Philosophy 1. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR
The Associate Degree Nursing program engages students in PROGRAM APPLICATION
a transformative process in which caring, diversity, holism, a. Proof of graduation from an accredited high school
respect, civility, integrity, ethics and patient-centered care in the U.S.A. by transcript, diploma, or official
are valued and reinforced utilizing a collaborative approach international evaluation; Baccalaureate degree from
to teaching and learning. an accredited institution of higher education in the
U.S.A.; or documentation of passing score on the
The curriculum incorporates Nursing Process, Erickson’s GED (General Education Development) exam.
Psycho Social Theory of Human Development, and theories b. Students must meet the admission requirements for
of Stress and Adaptation. The Quality and Safety Education Rio Hondo College.
for Nurses model is used as a framework for education: c. Completion of all three science prerequisites (Human
Safety, Evidence-Based Practice, Patient-Centered Care, Anatomy, Human Physiology, and Microbiology)
Teamwork and Collaboration, Informatics, and Quality with an overall Science GPA of at least a 2.5 with no
Improvement. grade less than “C” for each course. The student is
limited to one repeat in any of the science courses
Throughout the ADN Program are the following essential to improve the grade. All science courses must be
vertical threads: caring, critical thinking, a spirit of inquiry, completed within 7 years from application.
and communication. Interlaced through the vertical d. A cumulative college grade point average (GPA) of at
threads are the horizontal threads of: management of least 2.5 for all college coursework taken.
care, safety and infection control, health promotion and e. Applicants must meet graduate proficiency
maintenance, psychosocial integrity, basic care and comfort, requirements for math and reading either by
pharmacological/parenteral therapies, reduction of risk completing the minimal required courses or
potential, and physiological adaptation. These threads achieving an equivalent passing score on the
guide the student to progressively develop competency in assessment tests. Students who fail to achieve a
understanding and delivering individualized nursing care. passing score will be required to complete additional
coursework prior to applying.
ADN Program Outcomes f. Must complete English 101 College Composition and
At the completion of the program, the graduate will meet the Research with a grade of C or higher.
following outcomes while carrying out the roles of the nurse: g. Only the first ATI TEAS score taken will be accepted.
1. Planner of Care: The student will be able to utilize the If a student has taken the ATI TEAS at another
location, the first score will be accepted and must be a
Systems Developmental Stress Model and the Nursing passing score to be eligible. TEAS test version V.0 will
Process to plan for and provide cultural, gender, and no longer be accepted for students entering the ADN
age appropriate patient care to a team of patients utiliz- program after January 1, 2017.
ing appropriate resources in an effective manner.
2. Provider of Safe Skilled Care: The student will be 2. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS – The applicant must be
able to provide safe care to a group of patients in col- free from communicable diseases, infections, psychological
laboration with other healthcare team members while disorders, and other conditions that would prevent the
delegating appropriately. successful performance of the responsibilities and tasks
3. Communicator: The student will be able to effectively required in the education and training of a Registered
communicate with the patient, family, healthcare pro- Nurse. For patient safety and successful achievement of
viders, and faculty and document according to clinical course objectives, all applicants must be able to hear and
site parameters. see with the use of assistive devices. The program will make
4. Educator: The student will be able to identify educa- every effort to provide reasonable accommodations for all
tional needs, create and deliver a teaching plan specific applicants. Upon acceptance into the program, the student
to the needs of the patient and family. must satisfactorily pass a health examination by a licensed
5. Member of the Profession: The student will display a physician or nurse practitioner and have various laboratory
professionalism while delivering care with caring and tests and immunizations, as needed, to determine physical
advocacy, mindful of ethical and legal obligations as a and mental fitness. If a student enrolled in the program
nurse. has developed a condition that would prevent successful
performance of his/her responsibilities and tasks, the Dean
of Health Science and Nursing may require the student
to be examined by a licensed physician. If the licensed
physician verifies the condition, then there is sufficient
cause for suspension or expulsion from the program
pursuant to Board Policy. Information on specific health
requirements will be provided to all applicants who
are provisionally selected and those applicants who are
alternates to the program.
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3. PATIENT SAFETY AND BACKGROUND CHECKS – number of repetitions of science core courses will be used
Based on California Board of Registered Nursing, and to determine the student’s eligibility. Students who have
at least an overall cumulative GPA of 2.5 for all college
clinical facility policies, nursing students must have clear coursework taken, GPA of 2.5 in the science core courses,
criminal background checks to participate in clinical with no grade less than “C” for each course, have no more
courses. Specific procedures will be shared with the student than one repetition of any of the science core courses, and
provisionally accepted. The student is responsible for the completed ENGL 101, with a grade of “C” or better, will be
cost of the background check. If the background check considered eligible for admission.
is not clear, the student will be responsible for obtaining Students who are accepted to the program will be
documents showing rehabilitation and/or having the admitted to ADN 151 by permission of the Health Science
record corrected. The Dean of Health Science and Nursing and Nursing Division. This course is a prerequisite for
is responsible for determining if the background check admission to ADN first semester course (ADN 150) and
meets clinical placement requirements. See the Dean of is offered in the Spring semester and Summer session.
Health Science and Nursing with questions concerning Students who complete ADN 151 with a grade of “C”
this procedure. All students will be required to undergo or better will continue the program in the Fall semester.
drug testing at their expense before caring for patients in Students failing the first course will not be eligible to
the clinical setting. Specific procedures will be shared with continue the program and will need to reapply for
the students upon admission. Evidence of drug use would admission.
jeopardize the admission of the student to the clinical D. EXPENSES – Uniforms, books, health and safety
setting. screenings and miscellaneous expenses will vary according
B. ADMISSION PROCEDURE to distributors and medical providers. Cost per units will
1. Obtain a Rio Hondo Student ID number by applying to the depend on college fees. Please see Admissions and Records
college. Application for admission to the College shall be for College Fee information. Students are responsible for
submitted to the Admissions Office. providing their own transportation to clinical facilities.
2. Attend an information session: It is recommended that
applicants to the Associate Degree Nursing Program attend E. STUDENT SUPPORT: SCHOLARSHIPS AND
a nursing information session to discuss prerequisites, FINANCIAL AID – Rio Hondo College participates in
general education requirements for the degree, and basic
skills testing. a variety of federal and state financial aid programs. These
3. Applicants must complete and submit an Associate Degree programs are designed to assist students with tuition,
Nursing Program application to the Health Science and fees, books/supplies, transportation, and room and board.
Nursing Division for admission consideration, when all the Eligibility is limited to students who are U.S. citizens,
educational requirements are met. permanent residents, or other eligible non-citizens.
4. Deadline for application submission is October 14th for Additional eligibility requirements apply to each program
Spring admission and March 24th for Summer admission. and information may be obtained from the Financial Aid
5. Please bring one official copy of your high school Office. There are numerous scholarships available to Rio
transcripts, diploma or GED. Hondo College nursing students. These scholarships are
6. Official transcripts for college coursework completed to funded and sponsored by a variety of on and off campus
date should be sent to Rio Hondo College Admissions and resources, including community hospital partners of
Records Office. If you graduated from high school and/ the nursing program. Scholarships are granted based on
or college in another country, please have your transcripts a variety of qualifications. Scholarship information is
evaluated by a private international evaluation service and available in the College Scholarship Office located in the
bring the documentation, as well as official international Financial Aid Office or in the Health Science and Nursing
transcripts, to Rio Hondo College Admissions and Records Division. Short-term loans are available in emergency
Office. The international evaluation of college coursework situations for books and supplies through the Student
should be a detailed report. Activities Office or the Scholarship Office.
C. ADMISSION SELECTION F. REQUIREMENT FOR LICENSURE – The Board of
Acceptance to the Associate Degree Nursing Program Registered Nursing requires a valid social security number
will be based on selection criteria which includes the for licensure. The Board of Registered Nursing should be
following: consulted for qualifications for licensure for legal residents
1. Overall Cumulative GPA without social security cards. The Board of Registered
2. Cumulative Science GPA Nursing can be reached at 916-322-3350.
3. Other College Degrees G. TRANSFER STUDENTS – All transfer students
4. Current Health Care Work Experience who have taken coursework in nursing at another
5. Current Medical/Nursing certificates/licenses nursing program will be evaluated on an individual
6. Life Experience basis throughout the academic year. Previous nursing
7. Other Language Spoken coursework must be no older than three years. The student
8. ATI Results must present a letter from the director of the former
Students will be selected on the basis of overall scores with nursing program, stating the circumstances necessitating
those having the most points given priority. The student’s the transfer, and an evaluation of clinical safety. Students
overall cumulative GPA for all college coursework taken, who are deemed unsafe in the clinical area are not eligible
grades in the core science courses (anatomy, physiology, for transfer to the Rio Hondo Associate Degree Nursing
and microbiology), completion of college English, and the
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Program. Transfer students must demonstrate competence overall science GPA of at least a 2.5 and no grade less
in clinical skills and pass a pharmacology math quiz with a than a C. The student is limited to one repeat in any of
score of 100% before admission to the program. the science courses to improve the grade. All science
Above information subject to change courses must be a minimum of four units with a lab
component. All science courses must be completed
PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN TO (RN) within the last seven years.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE NURSING e. A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least
2.5 for all college coursework taken.
Determination of Eligibility for Admission f. Applicants must meet the graduate proficiency
to the ADN Program requirements for math and reading either by
completing the minimal required coursework or
Psychiatric Technicians wishing to become registered nurses by achieving an equivalent passing score on the
follow the same admission procedures as those applicants for assessment tests prior to application to the program.
the associate degree nursing program. Psychiatric Technicians Students who fail to achieve a passing score will be
must also submit proof of their active California Psychiatric required to complete additional coursework in order
Technician license. PT-ADN students follow the same course- to meet the minimal requirements.
work of the ADN program as the Generic ADN students with g. Only the first ATI TEAS score taken will be accepted.
the exception of receiving a waiver for ADN 252 and ADN If a student has taken the ATI TEAS at another
252Lfor prior knowledge and work as a Psychiatric Technician. location, the first score will be accepted and must be a
passing score to be eligible. TEAS test version V.O will
ASSOCIATE DEGREE no longer be accepted.
NURSING PROGRAM – LVN TO ADN 2. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS – The applicant must be
free from communicable diseases, infections, psychological
Determination of Eligibility for Admission disorders, and other conditions that would prevent the
to the LVN to ADN Program successful performance of the responsibilities and tasks
required in the education and training of a Registered
A. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Nurse. For patient safety and successful achievement of
1. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR course objectives, all applicants must be able to hear and
see with the use of assistive devices. The program will make
PROGRAM APPLICATION – every effort to provide reasonable accommodations for all
a. Proof of graduation from an accredited high school applicants. Upon acceptance into the program, the student
must satisfactorily pass a health examination by a licensed
in the U.S.A. by transcript, diploma, or official physician or nurse practitioner and have various laboratory
international evaluation; Baccalaureate degree from tests and immunizations, as needed, to determine physical
an accredited institution of higher education in the and mental fitness. If a student enrolled in the program
U.S.A.; or documentation of passing score on the has developed a condition that would prevent successful
GED (General Education Development) exam. performance of his/her responsibilities and tasks, the Dean
b. Students must meet the admission requirements for of Health Science and Nursing may require the student
Rio Hondo College. to be examined by a licensed physician. If the licensed
c. Copy of an active California Vocational Nurse physician verifies the condition, then there is sufficient
license. cause for suspension or expulsion from the program
d. Completion of all three science prerequisites pursuant to Board Policy. Information on specific health
(Anatomy, Physiology, and Microbiology) with an requirements will be provided to all provisionally selected
students and alternates.
B. ADMISSION PROCEDURE
1. Application for admission to the College shall be submitted
to the Admissions Office.
2. Applicants to the Associate Degree Nursing Program
should attend a nursing information session to discuss
prerequisites, general education requirements for the
degree, and basic skills testing. Applicants must complete
and submit an Associate Degree Nursing Program
application to the Health Science and Nursing Division
for admission consideration, when all the educational
requirements are met.
3. Please bring one official copy of your high school
transcripts, diploma or GED. Official transcripts for college
coursework completed to date should be sent to Rio Hondo
College Admissions and Records Office. If you graduated
from high school and/or college in another country, please
have your transcripts evaluated by a private international
evaluation service and bring the documentation, as well
as official international transcripts, to Rio Hondo College
Admissions and Records Office. The international evaluation
of college coursework should be a detailed report.
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C. ADMISSION PROCESS – Acceptance to the consultation with the Human Resource Department at the
Associate Degree LVN to ADN Nursing Program will be clinical sites. Student information will be held in strictest
through the use of an admission’s formula developed by confidence. See the Dean of Health Science and Nursing
the California Community College Chancellor’s Office. with questions concerning this procedure.
The student’s overall cumulative GPA for all college The student will be required to undergo drug testing at
coursework taken, grades in the core science courses their expense before caring for patients in the clinical
(anatomy, physiology, and microbiology), completion of setting. Specific procedures will be shared with the student
college English, and the number of repetitions of science upon admission. Evidence of drug use would jeopardize
core courses will be used to determine the student’s the admission of the student to the clinical setting.
eligibility. Students who have at least an overall cumulative The Board of Registered Nursing requires the applicant
GPA of 2.5 for all college coursework taken, GPA of at for licensure as a Registered Nurse to disclose prior
least 2.5 in the science core courses, with no grade less than misdemeanor and felony convictions. The applicant must
“C” for each course, have no more than one repetition of explain the circumstances of the conviction and provide
any of the science core courses, and completed ENGL 101, documentation of rehabilitation. The Board considers the
with a grade of “C” or better, will be considered eligible for nature and severity of the offense, subsequent acts, recency
admission. of acts or crimes, compliance with court sanctions, and
ADN 075 – LVN Transition into the Associate Degree evidence of rehabilitation in determining eligibility for
Program is a prerequisite for admission to ADN second licensure. Questions concerning this requirement may be
year course offered in the fall semester (ADN 251) and is directed to the Dean of Health Science and Nursing.
offered in the summer session only. Following admission, G. REQUIREMENT FOR LICENSURE – The Board of
the student will be given a permit to register for this course. Registered Nursing requires a valid social security number
Following completion of this course, with a grade of “C” for licensure. The Board of Registered Nursing should be
or better, the student will continue the program in the Fall consulted for qualifications for licensure for legal residents
semester. without social security cards. The Board of Registered
Nursing can be reached at 916-322-3350.
D. EXPENSES – Uniforms, books, health and safety
screenings, and miscellaneous expenses will vary according Above information subject to change.
to distributors and medical providers. Cost per units will
depend on college fees. Please see Admissions and Records NON GRADUATE
for College Fee information. Students are responsible for 30 UNIT OPTION
providing their own transportation to clinical facilities.
LVN TO RN
E. STUDENT SUPPORT: SCHOLARSHIPS AND
FINANCIAL AID – Rio Hondo College participates in Determination of Eligibility for
Admission to the LVN-RN Program
a variety of federal and state financial aid programs. These
programs are designed to assist students with tuition, A. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
fees, books/supplies, transportation, and room and board.
Eligibility is limited to students who are U.S. citizens, 1. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR
permanent residents, or other eligible non-citizens. PROGRAM APPLICATION –
Additional eligibility requirements apply to each program a. Proof of graduation from an accredited high school
and information may be obtained from the Financial Aid in the U.S.A. by transcript, diploma, or official
Office. There are numerous scholarships available to Rio international evaluation; Associate or Baccalaureate
Hondo College nursing students. These scholarships are degree from an accredited institution of higher
funded and sponsored by a variety of on and off campus education in the U.S.A.; or documentation of passing
resources, including community hospital partners of score on the GED (General Education Development)
the nursing program. Scholarships are granted based exam.
on a variety of qualifications. Scholarship information is b. Students must meet the admission requirements for
available in the College Scholarship Office located in the Rio Hondo College.
Financial Aid Office or in the Health Science and Nursing c. GPA of 2.5 or above in Health Science and Nursing
Division. Short-term loans are available in emergency Course 060, or equivalent, and Psychology 101 by
situations for books and supplies through the Student October 1.
Activities Office or the Scholarship Office. d. Completion of Reading 023, ENGL 035, Math 030, or
F. PATIENT SAFETY AND BACKGROUND equivalent, with a grade “C” or better or exemption
CHECKS – Based on clinical facility policies, nursing through assessment testing.
students must have clear criminal background checks e. Current CPR Card (BLS 8-hour class for health
to participate in clinical courses. Specific procedures care providers, all ages, 1-person, 2-person rescuer)
will be shared with the student upon admission. The provided by the American Heart Association will be
student is responsible for the cost of the background required after admission.
check. If the background check is not clear, the student f. Only the first ATI TEAS score taken will be accepted.
will be responsible for obtaining documents showing If a student has taken the ATI TEAS at another
rehabilitation and/or having the record corrected. The location, the first score will be accepted and must be
Dean of Health Science and Nursing is responsible for
determining if clinical placement is appropriate through
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a passing score to be eligible. TEAS test version V.O is ADN 075 – LVN Transition into the Associate Degree
no longer accepted. Program is a prerequisite for admission to ADN second
2. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS – The applicant must be year course offered in the fall semester (ADN 251) and is
free from communicable diseases, infections, psychological offered only once a year. Following admission, the student
disorders, and other conditions that would prevent the will be given a permit to register for this course. Following
successful performance of the responsibilities and tasks completion of this course, with a grade of “C” or better, the
required in the education and training of a Registered student will continue the program in the Fall semester
Nurse. For patient safety and successful achievement of
course objectives, all applicants must be able to hear and D. EXPENSES – Uniforms,books, health and safety
see with the use of assistive devices. The program will make screenings and miscellaneous expenses will vary according
every effort to provide reasonable accommodations for all to distributors and medical providers. Cost per units will
applicants. Upon acceptance into the program, the student depend on college fees. Please see Admissions and Records
must satisfactorily pass a health examination by a licensed for College Fee information. Students are responsible for
physician or nurse practitioner and have various laboratory providing their own transportation to clinical facilities.
tests and immunizations, as needed, to determine physical
and mental fitness. If a student enrolled in the program E. STUDENT SUPPORT: SCHOLARSHIPS
has developed a condition that would prevent successful AND FINANCIAL AID – Rio Hondo College
performance of his/her responsibilities and tasks, the Dean
of Health Science and Nursing may require the student participates in a variety of federal and state financial aid
to be examined by a licensed physician. If the licensed programs. These programs are designed to assist students
physician verifies the condition, then there is sufficient with tuition, fees, books/supplies, transportation, and
cause for suspension or expulsion from the program room and board. Eligibility is limited to students who
pursuant to Board Policy. Information on specific health are U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or other eligible
requirements will be provided to the provisionally accepted non-citizens. Additional eligibility requirements apply to
student. each program and information may be obtained from the
B. ADMISSION PROCEDURE Financial Aid Office. There are numerous scholarships
1. Application for admission to the College shall be submitted available to Rio Hondo College nursing students. These
to the Admissions Office for the purpose of obtaining a scholarships are funded and sponsored by a variety of
student ID. on and off campus resources, including community
2. It is strongly recommended that all students considering hospital partners of the nursing program. Scholarships are
the the 30 Unit Option LVN to RN Program should attend granted based on a variety of qualifications. Scholarship
a nursing information session to discuss the restrictions information is available in the College Scholarship Office
of this option and required prerequisites. Applicants must located in the Financial Aid Office or in the Health Science
complete and submit an application to the Health Science and Nursing Division. Short-term loans are available in
and Nursing Division for admission consideration to the emergency situations for books and supplies through the
30 unit Option LVN to RN Program. Student Activities Office or the Scholarship Office
3. Please bring one official copy of your high school F. PATIENT SAFETY AND BACKGROUND
transcripts, diploma, or GED. Official transcripts for CHECKS – Based on clinical facility policies, nursing
college coursework completed to date should be sent students must have clear criminal background checks
to Rio Hondo College Admissions and Records Office. to participate in clinical courses. Specific procedures
If you graduated from high school and/or college in will be shared with the student upon admission. The
another country, please have your transcripts evaluated student is responsible for the cost of the background
by a private international evaluation service and bring the check. If the background check is not clear, the student
documentation, as well as official international transcripts, will be responsible for obtaining documents showing
to the Counseling Department. The international rehabilitation and/ or having the record corrected. The
evaluation of college course work should be a detailed Dean of Health Science and Nursing is responsible for
report. determining if clinical placement is appropriate through
C. ADMISSION SELECTION – Acceptance to the 30 consultation with the Human Resource Department at the
Unit Option will be through the use of an admission’s clinical sites. Student information will be held in strictest
formula developed by the California Community College confidence. See the Dean of Health Science and Nursing
Chancellor’s Office. The student’s overall cumulative GPA with questions concerning this procedure.
for all college coursework taken, grades in the core science
courses (physiology and microbiology), completion of
college English, and the number of repetitions of science
core courses will be used to determine the student’s
eligibility. Students who have at least an overall cumulative
GPA of 2.5 for all college coursework taken, GPA of at
least 2.5 in the science core courses, with no grade less than
“C” for each course, have no more than one repetition of
any of the science core courses, and completed ENGL 101
with a grade of “C” or better will be considered eligible for
admission.
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The student will be required to undergo drug testing at reproduction; legal and ethical issues, and professional
their expense before caring for patients in the clinical development, as applied to the Vocational Nurse.
setting. Specific procedures will be shared with the student Nursing is a broad occupational field involving a multiplicity
upon admission. Evidence of drug use would jeopardize of functions performed by individuals, with varying degrees
the admission of the student to the clinical setting. of preparation. It is essential that students be assisted to
recognize and accept their responsibility and scope of practice.
The Board of Registered Nursing requires the applicant The nursing faculty believes education is a continuing process
for licensure as a Registered Nurse to disclose prior and students should be provided with the attitudes, skills
misdemeanor and felony convictions. The applicant must and knowledge to qualify for licensure as well as an upward
explain the circumstances of the conviction and provide mobility to the Vocational Nursing Program.
documentation of rehabilitation. The Board considers the
nature and severity of the offense, subsequent acts, recency Determination of Eligibility for Admission
of acts or crimes, compliance with court sanctions, and to the LVN Program
evidence of rehabilitation in determining eligibility for
licensure. Questions concerning this requirement may be A. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
directed to the Dean of Health Science and Nursing. 1. Educational requirements for program application
G. REQUIREMENT FOR LICENSURE – The Board of a. Proof of graduation from an accredited high school
Registered Nursing requires a valid social security number in the U.S.A. by transcript, diploma, or official
for licensure. The Board of Registered Nursing should be international evaluation; Associate or Baccalaureate
consulted for qualifications for licensure for legal residents degree from an accredited institution of higher
without social security cards. The Board of Registered education in the U.S.A.; or documentation of passing
Nursing can be reached at 916-322-3350. score on the GED (General Education Development)
exam.
Above information subject to change.
b. Students must meet the admission requirements for
VOCATIONAL Rio Hondo College.
NURSING PROGRAM
c. Completion of HS 60 or Anatomy with a C or better.
The Vocational Nursing Program is a two and a half d. Completion of Psychology 101 with a C or better.
semester program following the completion of prerequisite e. Completion of READ 023, ENGL 035, MATH 030,
courses. It is designed to prepare students for employment
as a Vocational Nurse, giving care to patients in a variety 030D or 033 or equivalent, with a grade “C” or better
of settings, such as acute hospitals, extended care facilities, or exemption through assessment testing.
home health care, surgical centers and medical offices. f. Current CPR Card (BLS 8-hour class for health
The program is accredited by the California State Board of care providers, all ages, 1-person, 2-person rescuer)
Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians. Students, provided by the American Heart Association will be
who complete the curriculum and achieve the career required after admission.
certificate are qualified to apply for the examination leading 2. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS – The applicant must be
to licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. free from communicable diseases, infections, psychological
disorders, and other conditions that would prevent the
Philosophy of the successful performance of the responsibilities and tasks
Vocational Nursing Program required in the education and training of a Licensed
Vocational Nurse. Upon acceptance into the program,
The philosophy of the Vocational Nursing Program is in the student must satisfactorily pass a health examination
harmony with the stated philosophy of Rio Hondo College. by a licensed physician or nurse practitioner and have
The faculty recognizes the individual worth and potential of all various laboratory tests and immunizations, as needed,
students. Students come from a variety of backgrounds, age, to determine physical and mental fitness. If a student
sex, culture, lives and educational experience. The application enrolled in the program has developed a condition
of theoretical concepts occurs in the Health Science and that would prevent successful performance of his/her
Nursing Skill Center and the community clinical facilities. responsibilities and tasks, the Dean of Health Science
College support services include: financial aid, remediation, and Nursing may require the student to be examined by
tutoring, psychological counseling and health services. a licensed physician. If the licensed physician verifies the
condition, then there is sufficient cause for suspension or
The conceptual framework of the Vocational Nursing expulsion from the program pursuant to Board Policy.
curriculum focuses on the Medical Model, utilizing all aspects Information on specific health requirements will be
of the nursing process. The faculty believes that nursing is provided to the student upon admission to the program.
concerned with the promotion of health and wellness, and
strives to provide a maximum quality of life. The Nursing
curriculum includes the current health care delivery system;
safety; therapeutic communication; patient teaching;
nutrition; pharmacology, cultural diversity, gerontology,
human sexuality, mental health, growth and development;
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B. ADMISSION PROCEDURE D. Uniforms, books, health and safety screenings and
1. Application for admission to the College shall be submitted miscellaneous expenses will vary according to distributors
and medical providers. Cost per units will depend on
to the Admissions Office. college fees. Please see Admissions and Records for College
2. Applicants to the Vocational Nursing Program should Fee information. Students are responsible for providing
their own transportation to clinical facilities.
attend a nursing information session to discuss
prerequisites, general education requirements for the E. STUDENT SUPPORT: SCHOLARSHIPS AND
degree, and basic skills testing. Applicants must complete FINANCIAL – Rio Hondo College participates in a
and submit a Vocational Nursing Program application to variety of federal and state financial aid programs. These
the Health Science and Nursing Division for admission programs are designed to assist students with tuition,
consideration, when all the educational requirements are fees, books/supplies, transportation and room and board.
met. Eligibility is limited to students who are U.S. citizens,
3. The Vocational Nursing Program has once a year entry. permanent residents, or other eligible non-citizens.
4. The Counseling Department will evaluate academic Additional eligibility requirements apply to each program
records and complete an admissions card. Please bring one and information may be obtained from the Financial Aid
official copy of your high school transcripts, diploma or Office. There are numerous scholarships available to Rio
GED, and transcripts for college work completed to date to Hondo College nursing students. These scholarships are
the Health Science and Nursing Division. If you graduated funded and sponsored by a variety of on and off campus
from high school and/or college in another country, please resources, including community hospital partners of
have your transcripts evaluated by a private international the nursing program. Scholarships are granted based on
evaluation service and bring the documentation, as well as a variety of qualifications. Scholarship information is
official international transcripts, to the Health Science and available in the College Scholarship Office located in the
Nursing Division. The international evaluation of college Financial Aid Office or in the Health Science and Nursing
course work should be a detailed report. Division. Short-term loans are available in emergency
5. All applicants will be notified in writing regarding situations for books and supplies through the Student
acceptance. Activities Office or the Scholarship Office.
C. ADMISSION PROCESS – Acceptance to the
Vocational Nursing Program is done using a random F. PATIENT SAFETY AND BACKGROUND
selection from all qualified applicants. This selection CHECKS – Based on clinical facility policies, nursing
process is in accordance with the State Board of Vocational students must have clear criminal background checks
and Psychiatric Technicians and the California Community to participate in clinical courses. Specific procedures
College Chancellor’s Office. Only applicants meeting the will be shared with the student upon admission. The
requirements will be placed in the pool for selection. Each student is responsible for the cost of the background
class selection will be completed using the above process. check. If the background check is not clear, the student
Student will be notified by the Health Science and Nursing will be responsible for obtaining documents showing
Division of permission to register in writing. rehabilitation and/or having the record corrected. The
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Dean of Health Science and Nursing is responsible for H. TRANSFER STUDENTS – All transfer students who
determining if clinical placement is appropriate through have taken coursework in nursing at another nursing
consultation with the Human Resource Department at the program will be evaluated on an individual basis. Previous
clinical sites. Student information will be held in strictest nursing coursework must be no older than five years.
confidence. See the Dean of Health Science and Nursing The student must present a letter from the director of
with questions concerning this procedure. the former nursing program, stating the circumstances
The student will be required to undergo drug testing at necessitating the transfer, and an evaluation of clinical
their expense before caring for patients in the clinical safety. Students who are deemed unsafe in the clinical area
setting. Specific procedures will be shared with the student are not eligible for transfer to the Rio Hondo Vocational
upon admission. Evidence of drug use would jeopardize Nursing Program.
the admission of the student to the clinical setting.
The Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric
Technicians requires the applicant for licensure as Above information subject to change.
a Vocational Nurse to disclose prior misdemeanor
and felony convictions. The applicant must explain Revised August 2016
the circumstances of the conviction and provide
documentation of rehabilitation. The Board considers the
nature and severity of the offense, subsequent acts, recency
of acts or crimes, compliance with court sanctions, and
evidence of rehabilitation in determining eligibility for
licensure. Questions concerning this requirement may be
directed to the Dean of Health Science and Nursing.
G. REQUIREMENT FOR LICENSURE – The Board of
Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians requires
a valid social security number for licensure. The Board of
Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians should be
consulted for qualifications for licensure for legal residents
without social security cards. The Board of Vocational
Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians can be reached at
916-263-7800.
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NURSING
DIVISION OF HEALTH SCIENCE & NURSING
CAREER CERTIFICATE CAREER CERTIFICATE
Certified Nurse Assistant Acute Care Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification
Training Course
This Career Certificate is designed for the student who already has
their CNA Certificate wishing to gain employment in the Acute This Career Certificate is designed for the student wishing to
Care Hospital setting. Areas of emphasis will include taking care of gain employment in the Acute Care, Long-Term Care or Assisted
patients in the acute care setting utilizing skills in basic care, emer- Living settings. Areas of emphasis will include taking care of
gency care, communication skills, patient assessment, observation geriatric patients in a long-term care setting utilizing skills in basic
and reporting, with additional emphasis on the specialized acute care, emergency care and communication. The student will gain
care areas such as medical/surgical/orthopedics, pediatrics and a general core knowledge of entry-level nursing skills through
obstetrics. Students will gain general core knowledge of entry-level classroom instruction and hands on clinical time.
nursing skills through classroom instruction and hands on clinical
time. Required Courses Units
HS 050 Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification
Training Course....................................... 4
Required Courses Units HS 050L Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification
HS 051 *Certified Nurse Assistant
Acute Care Training Course................ 1.5 Training Course Lab.............................2.5
HS 051L *Certified Nurse Assistant Units Required 6.5
Acute Care Training Course Lab........... 1 *Prerequisite
Units Required 2.5
*Prerequisite
CAREER CERTIFICATE
Home Health Aide
This Career Certificate is designed for the student who already
has their CNA wishing to gain employment in the home care
setting. Areas of emphasis will include taking care of patients
in the home care setting utilizing skills in basic care, emergency
care, communication skills, patient assessment, observation and
reporting, with additional emphasis on rehabilitative nursing
care, and family relationships. Students will gain general core
knowledge of entry-level nursing skills through classroom
instruction and hands on clinical time.
Required Courses Units
HS 052 *Home Health Aide Training
Course.................................................... 1.5
HS 052L *Home Health Aide Training
Course Lab................................................ 1
Units Required 2.5
*Prerequisite
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DIVISION OF HEALTH SCIENCE & NURSING
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
Generic Student COURSES REQUIRED AFTER PROGRAM ADMISSION
BY PERMIT ONLY
The Associate Degree Nursing Program is a two-year program
designed to prepare students for employment as a Registered FIRST YEAR-FALL SEMESTER UNITS
Nurse, providing direct care to patients. Graduates receive an *ADN 150 Medical/Surgical Nursing I......................... 4
Associate of Science Degree in Nursing. The program is approved *ADN 150L Medical/Surgical Nursing I Lab................. 4
by the California State Board of Registered Nursing. Students who *ADN 154 Pharmacology............................................... 2
complete the curriculum are qualified to take the examination
leading to licensure as a Registered Nurse. 10
HS 045 Math for Health Professionals (optional elective for 1
Prerequisites / Corequisites Units unit)
*BIOL 125 Human Anatomy.......................................... 4
*BIOL 226 Human Physiology**................................... 4
*BIOL 222 Microbiology**............................................. 5 FIRST YEAR-SPRING SEMESTER UNITS
*ADN 155 Nursing Process: Childbearing
*ENGL 101 College Composition Family/Women’s Health........................... 2
and Research...........................................3.5
*ADN 155L Nursing Process: Childbearing
16.5 Family/Women’s Health Lab.................... 2
*ADN 151 Clinical Nursing Concepts.......................... 2 *ADN 156 Nursing Process Applied
*ADN 151L Clinical Nursing Concepts Lab.................. 2 to the Care of Children............................. 2
*ADN 156L Nursing Process Applied
to the Care of Children Lab..................... 2
Offered only Spring or Summer semesters. Permit to register
given only to students admitted to the program. 8
**CHEM 110 is a prerequisite to BIOL 222 and BIOL 226 and SECOND YEAR-FALL SEMESTER UNITS
meets the AS degree requirement for a natural science with lab. *ADN 250 Advanced Pharmacology............................ 1
*ADN 251 Medical Surgical Nursing II........................ 2
*ADN 251L Medical Surgical Nursing II Lab.............2.5
Other Required Courses Units *ADN 252 Psychiatric/Mental Health
MATH 070 or Intermediate Algebra or
070D or 073 appropriate assessment............................ 4 Nursing....................................................... 2
*ADN 252L Psychiatric/Mental Health
READ 023 Reading College Textbooks or Nursing Lab.............................................1.5
appropriate assessment ............................ 3
9
(Reading proficiency required for graduation)
*SOC 101 or Introduction to Sociology........................... 3
SOC 101H SECOND YEAR-SPRING SEMESTER UNITS
*ADN 253 Medical Surgical Nursing III...................... 2
*SPCH 101 Public Address or equivalent.........................3 *ADN 253L Medical Surgical Nursing III Lab............... 3
SPCH 101H
*PSY 101 or Introductory Psychology............................. 3 *ADN 254 Leadership and Management
in Nursing................................................1.5
PSY 101H *ADN 254L Leadership and Management
AMERICAN INSTITUTIONS
(One Course)................................................ 3 in Nursing Lab........................................2.5
FINE ARTS (One Course)................................................ 3 9
HUMANITIES (One Course)................................................ 3 Total Units 83.5-84.5
KINESIOLOGY (2 Activity Courses)..................................... 2
27 *The Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) requires these courses be
completed to be eligible to take the RN licensing examination. All
Students need 27 units in this section, a total of 7 units may be of these courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
earned by proficiency testing
(The Health Science and Nursing Division recommends that
students complete as many courses as possible before admission to the
ADN Program, especially MATH 070 or 070D or 073 and READ
023, or equivalent.)
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NURSING SPRING SEMESTER UNITS
*ADN 253 Medical Surgical Nursing III...................... 2
DIVISION OF HEALTH SCIENCE & NURSING
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
*ADN 253L Medical Surgical Nursing III Lab............... 3
*ADN 254 Leadership and Management
LVN to ADN (OPTION #1) in Nursing................................................1.5
*ADN 254L Leadership and Management
The Associate Degree Nursing Program may be completed by the in Nursing Lab........................................2.5
Licensed Vocational Nurse in one year. It is designed to prepare
students for employment as a Registered Nurse, providing direct 9
care to patients. Graduates receive an Associate of Science Degree
in Nursing. The California State Board of Registered Nursing *Course required by BRN to sit for licensing exam. All of these
approves the program. Students who complete the curriculum
are qualified to take the examination leading to licensure as a courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Registered Nurse.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL
Prerequisites / Corequisites Units NON-DEGREE-30 UNIT OPTION
*BIOL 125 Human Anatomy..............................................4 (OPTION #2) 30 Unit Option LVN to RN
*BIOL 226 Human Physiology**.......................................4
*BIOL 222 Microbiology**.................................................5 This one-year program is for the applicant with a valid California
*ENGL 101 College Composition Vocational Nurse license. The Vocational Nurse who completes thirty
and Research................................................. 3.5 additional units beyond the LVN curriculum qualifies to take the
licensing examination as a Registered Nurse. This option does not
16.5 lead to an Associate Nursing Degree.
Other Required Courses Units The program is designed to prepare students for employment as a
MATH 070 or Intermediate Algebra or Registered Nurse, providing direct care to patients. The student should
070D or 073 appropriate assessment .................................4 be aware that they may not change their status as a 30 unit option RN
READ 023* Reading College Textbooks or with the Board of Registered Nursing at any time after licensure. Indi-
appropriate assessment.................................3 viduals who become licensed as Registered Nurses using this option
may not be eligible for licensure in states other than California or for
(Reading proficiency required for graduation) any advanced degrees. The program is accredited by the California
*SOC 101 or Introduction to Sociology...............................3 Board of Registered Nursing.
SOC 101H
*SPCH 101 Public Address or equivalent..........................3
SPCH 101H Prerequisites / Corequisites Units
*BIOL 226 Human Physiology**.......................................4
*PSY 101 or Introductory Psychology.................................3 *BIOL 222 Microbiology**.................................................5
PSY 101H
AMERICAN INSTITUTIONS (One Course)..................................3 9
*ADN 075 LVN Transition into the Associate
FINE ARTS (One Course).....................................................3 Degree Nursing Program........................... 2.5
HUMANITIES (One Course).....................................................3
KINESIOLOGY (2 Activity Courses).........................................2
Admission by permission of the Health Science and Nursing Division-
27 Summer session only.
Students need 27 units in this section, a total of 7 units may be earned **CHEM 110 is a prerequisite to BIOL 222 and BIOL 226 and
by proficiency testing. meets the AS degree requirement for a natural science with lab.
(The Health Science and Nursing Division recommends that students COURSES REQUIRED AFTER PROGRAM
complete as many courses as possible before admission to the ADN ADMISSION-BY PERMIT ONLY
Program, especially MATH 070 or 070D or 073 and READ 023, or
equivalent.) FALL SEMESTER UNITS
*ADN 250 Advanced Pharmacology............................ 1
*ADN 251 Medical Surgical Nursing II........................ 2
COURSES REQUIRED AFTER PROGRAM *ADN 251L Medical Surgical Nursing II Lab.............2.5
ADMISSION-BY PERMIT ONLY *ADN 252 Psychiatric/Mental Health
Nursing....................................................... 2
*ADN 075 LVN Transition into the Associate *ADN 252L Psychiatric/Mental Health
Degree Nursing Program .......................... 2.5 Nursing Lab.............................................1.5
9
FALL SEMESTER UNITS
*ADN 250 Advanced Pharmacology............................ 1
*ADN 251 Medical Surgical Nursing II........................ 2
*ADN 251L Medical Surgical Nursing II Lab.............2.5
*ADN 252 Psychiatric/Mental Health
Nursing....................................................... 2
*ADN 252L Psychiatric/Mental Health
Nursing Lab............................................. 1.5
9
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SPRING SEMESTER UNITS FIRST YEAR-FALL SEMESTER UNITS
*ADN 253 Medical Surgical Nursing III...................... 2 *ADN 150 Medical/Surgical Nursing I......................... 4
*ADN 253L Medical Surgical Nursing III Lab............... 3 *ADN 150L Medical/Surgical Nursing I Lab................. 4
*ADN 254 Leadership and Management *ADN 154 Pharmacology............................................... 2
in Nursing................................................1.5
*ADN 254L Leadership and Management 10
in Nursing Lab........................................2.5 HS 045 Math for Health Professionals (optional elective for 1
unit)
9
Total Units 29.5
FIRST YEAR-SPRING SEMESTER UNITS
*ADN 155 Nursing Process: Childbearing
*The Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) requires these courses be Family/Women’s Health........................... 2
completed to be eligible to take the RN licensing examination. All of *ADN 155L Nursing Process: Childbearing
these courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. Family/Women’s Health Lab.................... 2
*ADN 156 Nursing Process Applied
to the Care of Children............................. 2
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE *ADN 156L Nursing Process Applied
Psychiatric Technician to RN to the Care of Children Lab..................... 2
Associate Degree Nursing
8
The Associate Degree Nursing Program is a two-year program
designed to prepare students for employment as a Registered SECOND YEAR-FALL SEMESTER UNITS
Nurse, providing direct care to patients. Graduates receive an *ADN 250 Advanced Pharmacology............................ 1
Associate of Science Degree in Nursing. The program is approved *ADN 251 Medical Surgical Nursing II........................ 2
by the California State Board of Registered Nursing. Students who *ADN 251L Medical Surgical Nursing II Lab.............2.5
complete the curriculum are qualified to take the examination *ADN 252 Psychiatric/Mental Health
leading to licensure as a Registered Nurse. Current California Nursingq...........................................waived
psychiatric technician license required. *ADN 252L Psychiatric/Mental Health
Nursing Lab......................................waived
5.5
(waiver with active psych tech license)
Prerequisites/Corequisites Units
*BIOL 125 Human Anatomy............................................... 4 SECOND YEAR-SPRING SEMESTER UNITS
*ADN 253 Medical Surgical Nursing III...................... 2
*BIOL 226 Human Physiology............................................ 4 *ADN 253L Medical Surgical Nursing III Lab............... 3
*BIOL 222 Microbiology ..................................................... 5
*ENGL 101 College Composition *ADN 254 Leadership and Management
and Research............................................... 3.5 in Nursing................................................1.5
*ADN 254L Leadership and Management
16.5 in Nursing Lab........................................2.5
*ADN 151 Clinical Nursing Concepts............................... 2 9
*ADN 151L Clinical Nursing Concepts Lab....................... 2
Total Units 80
-Offered only Spring or Summer semester. Permit to register given *The Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) requires these courses be
only to students admitted to the program. This course may be waived completed to be eligible to take the RN licensing examination. All
by testing. of these courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better.
Other Required Courses Units
MATH 070 or Intermediate Algebra or
070D or 073 appropriate assessment ................................. 4
READ 023 Reading College Textbooks or
appropriate assessment ................................. 3
(Reading proficiency required for graduation)
*SOC 101 or Introduction to Sociology...............................3
SOC 101H
*SPCH 101 Public Address or equivalent..........................3
SPCH 101H
*PSY 101 or Introductory Psychology.................................3
PSY 101H
AMERICAN INSTITUTIONS (One Course)..................................3
FINE ARTS (One Course).....................................................3
HUMANITIES (One Course).....................................................3
KINESIOLOGY (2 Activity Courses).........................................2
27
(The Health Science and Nursing Division recommends that
students complete as many courses as possible before admission to the
ADN Program, especially MATH 070 or 070D or 073) and READ
023, or equivalent.)
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