programming skills using the C++ desktop services, configure web Web Services with XML (eXtensible
language. Advanced topics include: services infrastructure, and configure Markup Language) data exchange,
classes and data abstraction, opera- network application services. components and controls, database
tor overloading, inheritance, virtual 3 Units interfaces using ADO (ActiveX Data
function and polymorphism, stream 36 Lecture hours Objects) and SQL (Structure Query
I/O and Exception Handling. 54 Lab hours Language), and graphics program-
4 Units ming.
72 Lecture hours CIT 135 4 Units
Introduction to Java Programming 72 Lecture hours
CIT 130
Windows Configuration Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or CIT 152
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Introduction to Web Page Design for
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or Business
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
appropriate assessment ate assessment; CIT 111 Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Transfers to: CSU Transfers to: UC, CSU appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
This course is designed for students This course is intended for students appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or
preparing to take the Windows client desiring to complete the require- MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
operating system certification exam. ments for the Computer Information ate assessment; CIT 101
Students will learn to install, upgrade Technology Degree or professionals Transfers to: CSU
and migrate from previous to the wanting an introduction to Java Pro- This course provides students with
current Windows client operating gramming. This course will cover the an understanding of the fundamen-
system and deploy Windows using fundamentals of software develop- tals of HTML (Hypertext Markup
system images and configure virtual ment using the most popular Open Language) programming to design
hard disks. Students will also learn Source language – Java. Course topics Web pages. Students will create
to configure hardware & applica- include: program design, algorithms, custom Web pages for personal
tions, network connectivity, access writing and testing source code, Internet and business Intranet envi-
to resources, mobile computing, arithmetic/logic expressions, control ronments. Students will also learn to
backup and recovery, and monitor- structures, objects and basic Java use cascading style sheets (CSS) and
ing and maintaining systems that run structures. scripting languages.
Windows. 4 Units 3 Units
3 Units 72 Lecture hours 45 Lecture hours
36 Lecture hours 27 Lab hours
54 Lab hours CIT 136
Advanced Java Programming CIT 155
CIT 131 Introduction to E-Commerce
Windows Server Active Directory Prerequisite: CIT 135
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Prerequisite: CIT 130 appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
appropriate assessment ate assessment; CIT 111 ate assessment; CIT 101
Transfers to: CSU Transfers to: UC, CSU Transfers to: CSU
This course is designed for students This course is intended for students This course offers a hands- on prob-
preparing to take the Windows desiring to complete the requirements lem-solving approach for learning
Server Active Directory, Configuring for the Computer Information Tech- the basic to more advanced features
certification exam. Students will learn nology Degree or professionals who of doing business on the Internet.
to configure Domain Name System, want to continue developing their You will learn to use E-commerce
Active Directory infrastructure, programming skills using Java. This effectively, such as: gather corporate
Active Directory Roles & Services, course covers the basics of the soft- information, make a purchase online,
creating and maintaining Active ware development and the advanced develop an effective company Web
Directory objects, maintaining the programming skills using the Java site, or find global trading partners.
Active Directory environment, and language. Topics include Java data You will learn how and why elec-
configure Active Directory Certificate syntax, data structure, applets, graph- tronic commerce is an important part
Services. ics, animation, inheritance, abstract of our economy and our society.
3 Units windows toolkit, exception handling, 3 Units
36 Lecture hours file input and output, and multi- 54 Lecture hours
54 Lab hours threading.
4 Units CIT 160
CIT 133 72 Lecture hours Introduction to Operating Systems
Windows Server Applications Infra-
structure CIT 145 Advisory: CIT 060
Introduction to C# Programming Transfers to: CSU
Prerequisite: CIT 130 This course provides an overview of
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate the operating systems that are cur-
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or assessment; CIT 111 rently used to create an e-business
appropriate assessment Transfer to: UC, CSU infrastructure. Operating systems
Transfers to: CSU This course is intended for students discussed include Windows, Unix,
This course is designed for students or professionals desiring to enhance Linux, Novell and Mac and their
preparing to take the Windows their programming skills using the use in the industry. An in-depth
Server Applications Infrastructure Microsoft.NET framework. This study of Windows 2000 Server is
certification exam. Students will learn course will review the fundamen- also presented. Topics discussed are
deploy servers, configure remote tals of software development, and how to setup, install, and administer
cover software development skills Windows 2000 Servers. This course
using the C#.NET program. Topics is designed for students interested in
include Windows-based applications, learning operating systems and the
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use of operating systems in running CIT 180 course is intended for IT students and
corporate information systems. PC Maintenance-A+ Certification professionals who want to develop
3 Units a foundation in information security
36 Lecture hours Prerequisite: CIT 101 systems.
54 Lab hours Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate 3 Units
assessment 54 Lecture hours
CIT 161 Transfers to: CSU
Intermediate Web Page Design This course will prepare students CIT 192
with the necessary competencies of Network Security I
Advisory: CIT 152 an entry-level IT professional with
Transfers to: CSU hands-on experience and theory Prerequisite: CIT 101
This course provides a hands-on in computer technology, network- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
in-depth study of web scripting ing and security. The student will appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
languages for students interested in also learn communication skills and appropriate assessment; CIT 180
web page development. The funda- professionalism now required of all Transfers to: CSU
mentals of programming logic will entry-level IT professionals. This This course is intended for students
be reviewed and scripting languages course is intended for IT students wanting to learn fundamentals of
such as VBScript and JavaScript wishing to prepare for the Comp- computer and information security
will be introduced. The use of these TIA A+ Essentials and CompTIA A+ and prepare for the CompTIA Secu-
programs and how they are used to Practical Application examinations, rity + certification exam. Students will
manipulate and enhance static web the two exams required to achieve learn about communication, infra-
pages will be addressed. CompTIA A+ certified status. structure, and operational security,
4 Units 4 Units attack prevention, disaster recovery,
72 Lecture hours 54 Lecture hours computer forensics, use of Cryptog-
54 Lab hours raphy and Public Key Infrastructures
CIT 162 (PKIs), remote access and Virtual Pri-
Advanced Web Page Development CIT 187 vate Networks (VPN), web security,
Customer Service for Help Desk and combating malware.
Advisory: CIT 110 Professionals 3 Units
Transfers to: CSU 45 Lecture hours
This course provides the students Prerequisite: CIT 101 27 Lab hours
with a project-based approach to Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
developing and implementing inter- assessment CIT 194
active database-driven Web pages. Transfers to: CSU Network Security II
The course offers an overview of the This course will provide students
tools used to connect databases to with the “soft” skills required to Prerequisite: CIT 192
Web-based applications. Students deliver high quality customer sup- Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
will learn to develop interactive Web port at the help desk. In addition to assessment; CIT 190
sites using tools such as Active Server information obtained during lecture, Transfers to: CSU
Pages (ASP.Net). Students entering students will have the opportunity to This course is intended for IT stu-
the course should possess knowledge use a hands-on approach to learning dents and professionals who want to
of relational databases, such as Micro- the skills of active listening, effective develop a foundation in information
soft Access, and HTML. This course communication, problem solving, security systems. The course is the
is intended for students who wish to handling difficult customer situa- second in a two-course series provid-
create Web applications integrated tions, stress management, and team ing an in-depth study of network
with databases. building. This course is intended for security. The student will gain an
3 Units IT students who want to improve understanding of the key issues asso-
54 Lecture hours their customer service skills or ciated with protecting an organiza-
qualify for entry level positions in PC tion’s network including identifying
CIT 163 maintenance. specific types of threats, protecting
Internet Server Management 3 Units the network against those threats,
54 Lecture hours and recovering from the occurrence
Advisory: CIT 101; CIT 152; CIT 160 of a threat. Specific topics covered
Transfers to: CSU CIT 190 include network access authentica-
This course provides a lab-based Introduction to Information Security tion, attacks on the network, e-mail
approach to setting and adminis- protection, and Web security.
tering Web, FTP, DNS, and email Prerequisite: CIT 101 3 Units
servers. Popular servers are discussed Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate 45 Lecture hours
including Web servers, FTP servers, assessment 27 Lab hours
DNS servers, and email servers. Stu- Transfers to: CSU
dents learn how to install, configure, This course provides an introduc- CIT 200
maintain and secure IIS, MS DNS, tion to the various technical and Systems Analysis and Design
and SendMail. Web page setup and administrative aspects of informa-
maintenance is also emphasized. This tion security. The student will gain Prerequisite: CIT 101
course is intended for students inter- an understanding of the key issues Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
ested in designing and administering associated with protecting informa- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
an intranet or Internet system for an tion assets, determining the levels of appropriate assessment
ISP or a business. protection and response to security Transfers to: CSU
3 Units incidents, and designing a consis- This course provides an overview
36 Lecture hours tent, reasonable information security of the processes, tools, and tech-
54 Lab hours system, with appropriate intrusion niques used to analyze and design
detection and reporting features. This computer-based information systems.
Students will gain an understand-
ing of the systems development life
cycle, strategic planning, feasibility
studies, fact-finding techniques, data
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flow diagrams, structure English, This course is the first of two courses appropriate coursework. “Contact the
object-oriented analysis and design, designed to prepare students for CWE office regarding re-enrollment
automated system design tools, the ICND-2 examination to achieve procedures”.
entity-relationship diagrams, system CCNA (Cisco® Certified Network Student Unpaid Internship:
testing, documentation, training and Administrator) certification. Students 1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours;
maintenance activities. Students will will learn the architecture, compo- 3 Units/180 hours;4 Units/240 hours
apply the course concepts through nents and operations of routers and Student Paid Internship:
case studies. This course is suitable switches in a large and complex 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours;
for students seeking a career in com- network. Students will also learn to 3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours.
puter information technology. configure and troubleshoot routers 1 to 4 Units
3 Units and switches and resolve common 3 Lecture hours
54 Lecture hours issues with OSPF, EIGRP, STP, and 60 to 300 hours
VTP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks
CIT 210 along with developing skills needed COOPERATIVE
Cisco Networking I to implement DCHP and DNS opera- WORK EXPERIENCE-
tions in a network.
Prerequisite: CIT 101 3 Units GENERAL
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 45 Lecture hours
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 27 Lab hours Division of Career &
appropriate assessment; CIT 180 Technical Education
Transfers to: CSU CIT 213
This course is the first of two courses Cisco Networking IV CWEG 290
designed to prepare students for Cooperative Work Experience Educa-
the ICND 1 examination to achieve Prerequisite: CIT 212 with a grade of tion - General
CCENT (Cisco® Certified Entry “C” or better
Networking Technician) Certification. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Students will be introduced to net- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
working concepts including but not appropriate assessment; CIT 101; CIT appropriate assessment
limited to the OSI reference model, IP 180 Transfers to: CSU
addressing, cabling, network topolo- Transfers to: CSU This course supports and reinforces
gies, network security, and configura- This course is the second of two on-the-job training in an actual work
tion networking equipment. Students courses designed to prepare stu- environment under the supervision
will be introduced to configuring dents for the ICND-2 examination of a college instructor and is facili-
Cisco® networking devices and to achieve CCNA (Cisco® Certified tated by the use of learning objec-
create physical and virtual networks. Network Administrator) certifica- tives. The student will be working
3 Units tion. Students will learn about WAN in a professional environment and
45 Lecture hours technologies and network services will meet performance objectives
27 Lab hours for complex networks. Students will related to instruction that are above
learn to troubleshoot network devices and beyond the conditions of regular
CIT 211 and issues with data link protocols, employment.
Cisco Networking II and implement IPSec and virtual Student Paid Internship:
private networks. 1 unit/75 hours;
Prerequisite: CIT 210 with a grade of 3 Units 2 units/150 hours;
“C” or better 45 Lecture hours 3 units/225 hours
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 27 Lab hours 1 to 3 Units
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 3 Lecture hours
appropriate assessment; CIT 101; CIT CIT 290 75 to 225 Other hours
180 Cooperative Work Experience/Intern-
Transfers to: CSU ship for Computer Technology Related CORRECTIONS
This course is the second of two Fields
courses designed to prepare stu- Division of Public Safety
dents for the ICND 2 examination Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
to achieve CCENT (Cisco® Certified appropriate assessment; READ 023 or CORR 101 (C-ID AJ 200)
Entry Networking Technician) certi- appropriate assessment Introduction to Corrections
fication. Students will learn to design Transfers to: CSU
and configure LANs (Local Area Net- This course supports and reinforces Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
works), Configure device security, on-the-job training in business and appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
design and configure VLANs (Virtual industrial establishments under appropriate assessment
Local Area Networks), configure supervision of a college instruc- Transfers to: CSU
Routers, understand routing proto- tor and is facilitated by the use of This course is designed to provide
cols, and understand NAT (Network learning objectives. The student will Corrections or other interested
Address Translations) for IPv4. be working in a skilled or profes- students with an overview of the his-
3 Units sional level assignment in their area tory and trends of adult and juvenile
45 Lecture hours of vocational interest and will meet corrections. It will focus on probation,
27 Lab hours performance objectives related to parole, legal issues, specific laws and
instruction that are above and beyond the general operation of correctional
CIT 212 the conditions of regular employ- institutions. The relationship between
Cisco Networking III ment. This course is intended for corrections and other components
students whose job is related to the of the justice system will also be
Prerequisite: CIT 211 with a grade of field of Business Management and examined. This course has been
“C” or better have completed or enrolled in the identified by the Correctional Peace
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
appropriate assessment; CIT 101; CIT
180
Transfers to: CSU
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Officer Standards and Training Board requirements of the CPOST Certifi- CORR 210
of the Peace Officers Association to cate for newly hired officers after July Supervision in Public Safety
fulfill educational requirements of the 1, 1995 by CDC and CYA.
CPOST Certificate for newly hired 3 Units Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
officers after July 1, 1995 by CDC and 54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
CYA. appropriate assessment
3 Units CORR 134 Transfers to: CSU
54 Lecture hours Introduction to Interviewing and This course is designed to provide
Counseling Corrections or other interested
CORR 104 students with an overview of the
Control and Supervision in Corrections Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or characteristics needed to be an
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or effective supervisor in a correctional
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; CORR 101 setting. Topics include basic supervi-
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Transfers to: CSU sory responsibilities, the importance
appropriate assessment; CORR 101 This course is designed to provide of effective interpersonal commu-
Transfers to: CSU Corrections or other interested nications, and managing personnel
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the complaints in a prison setting.
Corrections or other interested stu- techniques available to entry level 3 Units
dents with an overview of supervi- practitioners in counseling and inter- 54 Lecture hours
sion of inmates in the local, state and viewing. While it is an introduction to
federal correctional institutions. The approaches of behavior modification CORR 235
issues of control in a continuum form through interviewing and counsel- Conflict Resolution
of institutional daily living through ing, some of the advanced methods
crisis situations will be introduced utilized by professional counselors Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
and discussed. The course will such as game concepts, transactional appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
emphasize the role played by the analysis, sensitivity and confrontation appropriate assessment
offender and the correctional worker. methods will also be examined. The Transfers to: CSU
Topics include inmate subculture, development of positive relation- This course is designed to provide
violence and effects of crowding ships between the client and support Corrections or other interested stu-
on inmates and staff, and coping personnel will be stressed. dents with an in-depth understand-
techniques for correctional officers 3 Units ing of conflict situations in which
in a hostile prison environment. The 54 Lecture hours abnormal or non-normal behavior is
causes and effects of abusive tactics manifested. Topics covered include
will also be discussed. This course CORR 208 concepts of anxiety, fear, frustration,
has been identified by the Correc- Leadership in Corrections hostility, aggression, motivation
tional Peace Officer Standards and and manipulation roles. Racial and
Training Board of the California Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or cultural segregation, crowd and mob
Department of Corrections, California appropriate assessment; READ 023 or interaction, alcohol, drugs, sexual
Youth Authority, and California Cor- appropriate assessment problems, character, neurotic and
rectional Peace Officers Association Transfers to: CSU psychotic disorders, youthful offend-
to fulfill educational requirements of This course is designed to provide ers, stress of incarceration and brain
the CPOST Certificate for newly hired Corrections or other interested disorders will also be discussed.
officers after July 1, 1995 by CDC and students with an overview of the 3 Units
CYA. skills necessary to be an effective 54 Lecture hours
3 Units leader in a correctional setting. Topics
54 Lecture hours addressed include the unique chal- CORR 264
lenges faced by executives managing Inmate Discipline in Corrections
CORR 106 in prison settings, approaches to
Legal Aspects of Corrections ensuring the creation and mainte- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
nance of a safe prison environment, appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or and techniques for personnel devel- appropriate assessment; AJ 101
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or opment. Transfers to: CSU
appropriate assessment; CORR 101 3 Units This course is designed to provide
Transfers to: CSU 54 Lecture hours Corrections or other interested stu-
This course is designed to provide dents with the correctional process
Corrections or other interested CORR 209 of inmate discipline. Topics covered
students with an awareness of the Case Load Management include due process, disciplinary
historical framework, concepts, process, disciplinary reports, findings
and precedents that guide correc- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or and disposition. The curriculum
tional practice. Course material will appropriate assessment; READ 023 or covered is recommended by the Cali-
broaden the individual’s perspective appropriate assessment fornia Commission on Peace Officer
of the corrections environment, civil Transfers to: CSU Standards and Training.
rights of prisoners, and responsi- This course is designed to provide 3 Units
bilities and liabilities of corrections Corrections or other interested 54 Lecture hours
officials. This course has been identi- students with an introduction to
fied by the Correctional Peace Officer effective caseload management in a CORR 265
Standards and Training Board of the correctional setting. Topics include Supervision of Sex Offenders
California Department of Corrections, the laws, policies, and bargaining
California Youth Authority, and units that govern caseload manage- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
California Correctional Peace Officers ment. Specialized supervision issues appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Association to fulfill educational such as offenders with psychological appropriate assessment; AJ 101
problems and second strike offenders Transfers to: CSU
will also be addressed. This course is designed to provide
3 Units California Peace Officers or other
54 Lecture hours interested students with instruc-
tion into the correctional process of
supervision of inmates who have
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been convicted of sex offenses. Topics This course provides an exploration and support services of higher educa-
include human sexuality and dys- of cognitive, psychological, social, tion including both Rio Hondo Col-
functions, theories of sexual offense, and physical factors influencing lege and four year institutions.
offender typologies and supervision success in college and in life. Topics 1.5 Units
techniques. The curriculum follows include personal responsibility, criti- 27 Lecture hours
that recommended by the California cal thinking, motivation, self-efficacy,
Commission on Peace Officer Stan- personal awareness, life-long learn- COUN 105
dards and Training and the California ing, self-management, health and Orientation and Education Planning
Corrections Commission on Peace wellness, interpersonal communica-
Officer Standards and Training. tion in a diverse world, and intro- Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
3 Units duction to career and educational appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
54 Lecture hours planning. Students will learn about appropriate assessment
the purpose, demands, requirements, Transfers to: CSU
CORR 290 and support services of higher educa- This course is designed for first-time
Public Safety Communications tion including both Rio Hondo Col- college students as well as students
lege and four year institutions. who have not yet developed an
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 3 Units individual education plan. Students
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 54 Lecture hours will be oriented to Rio Hondo College
appropriate assessment; AJ 101 policies and procedures, learn about
Transfers to: CSU COUN 101A certificate/degree options within the
This course is designed to provide College and Life Success higher education system, and the
California Peace Officers or other graduation/transfer requirements
interested students with an in-depth Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or within these systems. The course will
understanding of public safety appropriate assessment; READ 023 or culminate in the development of an
communication in the Correctional appropriate assessment individual education plan based on
field. Topics include techniques of Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU each student’s specific academic goal.
effectively communicating facts (*The UC will grant a maximum of 3 0.5 Units
of information and ideas in a clear units credit for COUN 101, 101A, 101B 9 Lecture hours
and logical manner for public safety and 151 combined)
reports. Students will gain practi- This course provides an exploration COUN 151
cal experience in interviewing, note of cognitive, psychological, social, Career Exploration and Life Planning
taking, report writing, and testifying. and physical factors influencing
3 Units success in college and in life. Topics Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
54 Lecture hours include personal responsibility, criti- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
cal thinking, motivation, self-efficacy, appropriate assessment
COUNSELING personal awareness, life-long learn- Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
ing, self-management, health and (*The UC will grant a maximum of 3
Division of Counseling & wellness, interpersonal communica- units credit for COUN 101, 101A, 101B
Student Development tion in a diverse world, and intro- and 151 combined)
duction to career and educational This course will examine student,
COUN 100 planning. Students will learn about career and self-development theo-
Introduction to College Survival the purpose, demands, requirements, ries to empower students to make
and support services of higher educa- effective decisions throughout their
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or tion including both Rio Hondo Col- lifespan by engaging in the process
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or lege and four year institutions. of career and life planning from
appropriate assessment 1.5 Units a psychological, sociological and
Transfers to: CSU 27 Lecture hours physiological perspective. Students
This course is intended for first-time will compare and contrast human
college students in need of devel- COUN 101B development and career theories,
oping the knowledge and skills College and Life Success decision-making, factors that contrib-
necessary to successfully transition ute to college success, life skills, adult
into higher education. Students will Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or workplace competencies, values,
learn and apply information in the appropriate assessment; READ 023 or interest, abilities, and personal-
following areas: vocabulary of higher appropriate assessment ity, labor market trends in a global
education, college requirements, Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU economy, and successful job search
policies and procedures, campus sup- (*The UC will grant a maximum of 3 and workplace behaviors.
port services, and self management units credit for COUN 101, 101A, 101B 3 Units
as it relates to higher education. The and 151 combined) 54 Lecture hours
emphasis in the class will be on first- This course provides an exploration
year retention and success. of cognitive, psychological, social, COUN 151A
1.5 Units and physical factors influencing Career Exploration and Life Planning
27 Lecture hours success in college and in life. Topics
include personal responsibility, criti- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
COUN 101 (same as EDEV 101) cal thinking, motivation, self-efficacy, appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
College and Life Success personal awareness, life-long learn- appropriate assessment
ing, self-management, health and Transfers to: CSU
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or wellness, interpersonal communica- This course will examine student,
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or tion in a diverse world, and intro- career and self-development theo-
appropriate assessment duction to career and educational ries to empower students to make
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU planning. Students will learn about effective decisions throughout their
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 3 the purpose, demands, requirements, lifespan by engaging in the process
units credit for COUN 101, 101A, 101B of career and life planning from
and 151 combined) a psychological, sociological and
physiological perspective. Students
will compare and contrast human
development and career theories,
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decision-making, factors that contrib- by the use of learning objectives. The activities. Students will learn how to
ute to college success, life skills, adult student will be working in a skilled move the body in a safe and effective
workplace competencies, values, or professional level assignment in manner and develop strength, flex-
interest, abilities, and personal- the area of Student Services and will ibility, proper alignment, agility, bal-
ity, labor market trends in a global meet performance objectives related ance and coordination. Course work
economy, and successful job search to instruction that are above and is designed for those wishing to work
and workplace behaviors. beyond the conditions of regular at a more deliberate pace and in a
1 Unit employment. This course is intended non-competitive atmosphere, or who
18 Lecture hours for students whose job is related are recovering from prior injury.
to the field of Student Services and 1 Unit
COUN 151B have completed or enrolled in the 54 Lab hours
Career Exploration and Life Planning appropriate coursework. “Contact the
CWE office regarding re-enrollment DANC 150
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or procedures”. Introduction to World Dance
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Student Unpaid Internship:
appropriate assessment 1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours; Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Transfers to: CSU 3 Units/180 hours;4 Units/240 hours appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
This course will examine student, Student Paid Internship: appropriate assessment
career and self-development theo- 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours; Transfers to: UC, CSU
ries to empower students to make 3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours. Introduction to World Dance offers
effective decisions throughout their 1 to 4 Units dance and non-dance students an
lifespan by engaging in the process 3 Lecture hours opportunity to study cultural diver-
of career and life planning from 60 to 300 hours sity through the activity of dance.
a psychological, sociological and Students learning how to analyze and
physiological perspective. Students COUN 299 perform basic movement patterns as
will compare and contrast human Directed Study in Counseling they compare and contrast the social
development and career theories, conventions, religious traditions, and
decision-making, factors that contrib- Transfers to: CSU historic contexts represented in a col-
ute to college success, life skills, adult The course provides an opportunity lection of multi-cultural dance forms.
workplace competencies, values, for the student to expand their stud- 1 Unit
interest, abilities, and personal- ies in Counseling beyond the class- 54 Lab hours
ity, labor market trends in a global room by completing a project or an
economy, and successful job search assignment arranged by agreement DANC 151
and workplace behaviors. between the student and instructor. Modern Dance I
1 Unit The student is required to contract
18 Lecture hours with the instructor to determine Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
the scope of the assignment and the appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
COUN 151C unit value assigned for successful appropriate assessment
Career Exploration and Life Planning completion. Students must possess a Transfers to: UC, CSU
2.5 overall GPA, a 3.0 GPA in the dis- Modern I is a studio course offer-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or cipline of study being requested, or ing the beginning modern dancer
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or receive an exception from the instruc- an introduction to the fundamental
appropriate assessment tor. Students may take a maximum principles of modern dance. This
Transfers to: CSU of 3 units of Directed Study within a course emphasizes an awareness of
This course will examine student, discipline and 9 units college-wide. breath and gravity, skeletal alignment
career and self-development theo- 1 to 3 Units and core strength and investigates
ries to empower students to make 54 to 162 Lab hours kinesthetic and spatial awareness.
effective decisions throughout their Modern dance technique, improvisa-
lifespan by engaging in the process DANCE tional exercises, and choreographic
of career and life planning from phrases provide physical, mental
a psychological, sociological and Division of Kinesiology, and creative exploration for beginner
physiological perspective. Students Dance, and Athletics students, those preparing for transfer,
will compare and contrast human and those seeking careers in dance.
development and career theories, Dance Activity Courses This course may be repeated three
decision-making, factors that contrib- times for credit.
ute to college success, life skills, adult Dance activity courses may be used 1 Unit
workplace competencies, values, in place of Kinesiology (formerly 54 Lab hours
interest, abilities, and personal- P.E.) activity courses to fulfill degree
ity, labor market trends in a global requirements. DANC 152
economy, and successful job search Dance Rehearsal and Performance
and workplace behaviors. DANC 114
1 Unit Conditioning and Alignment Corequisite: DANC 180
18 Lecture hours for the Dancer Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
COUN 290 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; DANC 151;
Cooperative Work Experience/Intern- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or DANC 159; DANC 251
ship for Student Services Related Fields appropriate assessment Transfers to: UC, CSU
Transfers to: UC, CSU This introductory course provides
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This course is designed to provide the experience and laboratory explora-
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or physical training and preparation for tion in all aspects of dance rehearsal
appropriate assessment students interested in Dance, Yoga, performance for beginner level
Transfers to: CSU and/or Pilates and is suitable for indi- students. Students have the opportu-
This course supports and reinforces viduals seeking to move with greater nity to perform in an evening-length
on-the-job training in the Student efficiency and less pain in everyday dance concert, work with faculty
Services field under supervision of choreographers and guest artists, and
a college instructor and is facilitated participate as a member of a touring
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dance ensemble. Students contribute will be discussed. The course appeals coordination which are necessary
as dancers and rehearsal assistants to dancers seeking careers in dance, parts of appropriate social dancing
under the supervision and guidance students looking to expand their technique. A basic understanding of
of faculty choreographers. Produc- dance skills, and those wanting an partner dancing etiquette will also be
tions will be presented for public aerobic work-out. addressed. The course appeals to stu-
performance on and off campus. 1 Unit dents interested in the social aspect
3 Units 54 Lab hours of dance, ones seeking experience in
18 Lecture hours partnering work, and dancers seeking
108 Lab hours DANC 159 careers in dance.
Choreography I 1 Unit
DANC 153 54 Lab hours
Ballet I Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or DANC 172
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; DANC 151 Dance Repertory
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Transfers to: UC, CSU
appropriate assessment Choreography I is an introduction to Corequisite: DANC 180
Transfers to: UC, CSU the art and craft of dance composi- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
This is an introductory course for tion. Through lecture and activity, appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
those students who seek technical students will learn how to incorpo- appropriate assessment; DANC 151;
skill in classical ballet. The course will rate the elements of dance: body, DANC 159; DANC 251
focus on body alignment, traditional space, time, and energy, in order to Transfers to: UC, CSU
steps and combinations, musicality, create meaningful dance works. Basic This course provides dance stu-
ballet terminology, and the devel- elements of choreography, including dents the opportunity to rehearse
opment of strength and flexibility. form, design, motivation, phrasing, and perform choreographic works
Students will also gain knowledge of gesture, rhythm, dynamics, musi- based on existing dance repertoire
contemporary influences on ballet. cal accompaniment, and production created by well- known and estab-
This course may be repeated three basics, will be explored through lished choreographers, faculty, and/
times for credit. improvisational exercises and experi- or guest artists. Students will learn
1 Unit mentation. Additionally, students how to analyze movement using
54 Lab hours will learn to analyze dance critically. basic elements of Laban Movement
The class will culminate in the pre- Analysis in preparation for stage.
DANC 154 sentation of student choreography. They will also experience different
Jazz Dance I 3 Units methods of reconstructing existing
36 Lecture hours repertoire and gain knowledge about
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 54 Lab hours the historical significance of the
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or repertoire explored. Productions will
appropriate assessment DANC 162 be presented for public performance
Transfers to: UC, CSU Dance Production either on and/or off campus.
Highly visible on stage and screen, 3 Units
Jazz Dance is an eclectic and versatile Corequisite: DANC 180 18 Lecture hours
contemporary art form with deep Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 108 Lab hours
roots in African American dance. appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
Jazz Dance I is designed to introduce appropriate assessment; DANC 151; DANC 179
the beginning student to the funda- DANC 159; DANC 251 Dance History
mental polyrhythms, physical skills, Transfers to: UC, CSU
terminology, and historical context This course offers an introduction Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
that form the basis of Jazz technique. to the technical aspects of dance appropriate assessment: READ 023 or
A variety of Jazz dance styles will production and is designed for the appropriate assessment
be introduced, and may include tap, beginner level dance student. Topics Transfers to: UC, CSU
musical theater, contemporary lyrical, of exploration include basic staging, This course introduces the forces and
Latin, Cuban, Afro-Caribbean, pop, costume design, set design, make-up, figures which have shaped dance
funk, hip-hop, Lindy Hop, and other lighting, sound production, and pub- through history. Students will study
African- American social dances that licity. Productions will be presented dance forms from ancient to modern
form the basis of this dance genre in for public performance either on and/ times through readings, films, and
the United States. Students may take or off campus. class discussions with particular
any combination of four Jazz courses 3 Units focus on Western concert dance.
total. 18 Lecture hours Comparisons of various dance tech-
1 Unit 108 Lab hours niques, theories, and personalities
54 Lab hours who have contributed to the art of
DANC 168 dance will also be covered.
DANC 157 Latin Social Dance 3 Units
Hip-Hop Dance 54 Lecture hours
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or appropriate assessment; READ 022 or DANC 180
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or appropriate assessment Performance
appropriate assessment Transfers to: UC, CSU
Transfers to: UC, CSU Students will learn various types of Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Students will learn various forms of beginning club and American-style appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
beginning hip-hop dance, including Latin dance forms that may include appropriate assessment; DANC 151;
pop and lock, hip-hop funk, synco- Salsa, Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, DANC 159; DANC 251
pations and rhythms. The class will Merengue, Bachata and Bolero. This Transfers to: UC, CSU
explore the use of space, energy, course emphasizes the use of proper This course provides dance students
rhythm, and improvisation while lead and follow techniques as a form the opportunity to participate in
emphasizing body control, alignment, of communication between partners, dance productions. Productions
balance, and use of weight changes. and develops proper alignment, bal- will be presented for public perfor-
A basic history of hip-hop culture ance, body awareness, and rhythmic mance either on and/or off campus.
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Students will learn how to adjust a ing to develop proper alignment ECONOMICS
performance for presentation on a and modern dance technique, the
stage, pre-performance and post- intermediate student will learn to Division of Behavioral
performance responsibilities will be perform combinations while shifting & Social Sciences
outlined. In addition students will spatial orientation and integrating
be exposed to basic stage direction improvisation as required in audi- ECON 101 (C-ID ECON 202)
and techniques for overcoming stage tions. Learning to create movement Principles of Macroeconomics
fright. This course may be repeated phrases, the Modern Dance II student
to a maximum of 4 units in different will develop a sense of artistry and Prerequisite: MATH 050 or MATH
semesters. dynamic phrasing necessary for per- 050D or MATH 053 with a grade of “C”
1 Unit forming. Further understanding and or better or appropriate assessment
54 Lab hours identifying the underlying movement Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
principles of modern dance, students appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
DANC 182 will hone their technical skills in appropriate assessment
Dance Ensemble preparation for transfer or careers in Transfers to: UC, CSU
dance. This course may be repeated This is an introductory course in
Corequisite: DANC 180 three times for credit. which students learn to describe and
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 1 Unit analyze the performance and policies
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or 54 Lab hours of national economic systems, with
appropriate assessment; DANC 151; an emphasis on the US economy. It is
DANC 159; DANC 162; DANC 251 DANC 253 intended for Economics or Business
Transfers to: UC, CSU Ballet II majors as well as to satisfy General
This course provides an opportunity Education requirements. Topics
for dance students to develop and Prerequisite: DANC 153 include production possibilities and
practice dance ensemble skills neces- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or tradeoffs; comparative economic
sary to rehearse and produce a pro- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or systems; functions of government;
fessional dance performance. Modes appropriate assessment national income and employment;
of collaboration, basic ensemble skills Transfers to: UC, CSU business cycles; money and banking;
used in the field of dance, rehearsal Ballet II is an intermediate level monetary and fiscal policy; com-
techniques, and the process of course designed for students who parative advantage and trade policy;
rehearsing and producing collabora- wish to further develop the techni- economic growth and stability; and
tively will be covered. Productions cal and performance skills acquired income distribution and poverty.
will be presented for public perfor- in Ballet I. The class includes more 3 Units
mance either on and/or off campus. advanced technique work at the 54 Lecture hours
3 Units barre, across the floor, and in center
18 Lecture hours floor combinations. Complex adagio ECON 101H (C-ID ECON 202)
108 Lab hours and allegro dance sequences will also Principles of Macroeconomics Honors
be introduced. Students will have the
DANC 199 opportunity to perform in an infor- Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade
Dance Appreciation mal showing or concert setting. This of “C” or better; MATH 070 or MATH
course may be repeated three times 070D or MATH 073 or appropriate
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or for credit. assessment
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 1 Unit Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
appropriate assessment 54 Lab hours assessment
Transfers to: UC, CSU Transfers to: UC, CSU
This survey course is a multi-cultural DANC 254 This is an introductory course in
exploration of one of the world’s Jazz Dance II which students learn to describe and
oldest and most universal art forms. analyze the performance and policies
The history of ballet, jazz, modern, Prerequisite: DANC 154 of national economic systems, with
hip-hop, and musical theater dance Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or an emphasis on the US economy. It is
are investigated through lecture, appropriate assessment; READ 023 or intended for Economics or Business
video and demonstration. In addi- appropriate assessment majors as well as to satisfy General
tion, dance will be analyzed in terms Transfers to: UC, CSU Education requirements. Topics
of Body, Effort, Space, and Shape Jazz Dance II is an intermediate level include production possibilities and
and examined for cultural, social course designed for students who tradeoffs; comparative economic
and political influences. This course wish to further develop the techni- systems; functions of government;
is designed for students who want cal and performance skills acquired national income and employment;
to gain an understanding of dance in Jazz Dance I. Additionally, the business cycles; money and banking;
and for dance majors who want to historical and cultural aspects of Jazz monetary and fiscal policy; com-
broaden their knowledge. Dance will be emphasized through parative advantage and trade policy;
3 Units lectures, readings and observations economic growth and stability; and
54 Lecture hours of a professional dance concert. Stu- income distribution and poverty.
dents will also have the opportunity 3 Units
DANC 251 to perform in an informal showing 54 Lecture hours
Modern Dance II or concert setting. Students may take
any combination of four Jazz courses ECON 102 (C-ID ECON 201)
Prerequisite: DANC 151 total. Principles of Microeconomics
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 1 Unit
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 54 Lab hours Prerequisite: MATH 050 or MATH
appropriate assessment 050D or MATH 053 or appropriate
Transfers to: UC, CSU assessment
Modern II is a studio course offer- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
ing the intermediate modern appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
dancer an opportunity to deepen
and strengthen fundamental skills
acquired in Modern I. While continu-
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appropriate assessment as well as anyone interested in the ED 120
Transfers to: UC, CSU global interconnectedness of the Tutoring Reading in the Elementary
This is an introductory course in eco- world economy. The course focuses School
nomic analysis of markets, intended on the relations between the politi-
for Economics and Business majors as cal and economic systems within the Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
well as to satisfy General Education global economy. The course covers appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
requirements. It may be taken prior to the impact of political decisions on appropriate assessment
ECON 101. Students will learn how world economies and international Transfers to: CSU
markets work to coordinate consum- organizations. Further emphasis is This course provides preparation
ers and producers in an economy, placed on a comparison-contrast of for a successful tutoring experi-
various causes of the failure of free various national economies. Geo- ence in reading at the elementary
markets and policies used to correct graphic areas of concern include school level. Instruction will focus
or regulate market behavior. Africa, Europe, the Pacific Rim, the upon tutoring principles, stages of
3 Units Middle East, Latin America, Russia, reading acquisition from pre-kinder-
54 Lecture hours China, and the United States. The garten through upper elementary
course is cross-listed as Economics school levels as well as materials,
ECON 102H (C-ID ECON 201) 135 and Political Science 135. Credit is approaches, and activities that are
Principles of Microeconomics Honors given in either area, not both. appropriate for tutoring learners at
3 Units these various stages of development.
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade 54 Lecture hours This course is designed for those stu-
of “C” or better; MATH 070 or MATH dents who intend to pursue a career
070D or MATH 073 or appropriate EDUCATION in teaching at the elementary school
assessment level.
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate Division of Behavioral 1 Unit
assessment & Social Sciences 18 Lecture hours
Transfers to: UC, CSU
This is an introductory course in eco- ED 090 ED 130
nomic analysis of markets, intended Tutorial Skills Tutoring Reading in the Schools: Semi-
for Economics and Business majors nar and Field Work
as well as to satisfy General Educa- Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
tion requirements, and may be taken appropriate assessment; READ 022 or Prerequisite: READ 022 or appropriate
by any student who has completed appropriate assessment assessment
ENGL 101 with a “C” or better. It This course provides preparation Prerequisite/Corequisite: ED 120
may be taken prior to ECON 101. Stu- for successful peer tutoring at the Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
dents will learn how markets work to community college level. Instruction appropriate assessment
coordinate consumers and producers will focus upon tutoring principles, Transfers to: CSU
in an economy, various causes of the techniques, and materials, study This course provides the student
failure of free markets and policies skills strategies, communication with supervised experience tutoring
used to correct or regulate market skills, and learning differences. This reading in an elementary-educational
behavior. Students will do a research course is intended for tutors in the setting (grades K-6). Participants will
project on an actual economic policy Learning Assistance Center and other apply their knowledge of the reading
or a theoretical view. peer tutoring programs at Rio Hondo process and tutorial skills in tutor-
3 Units College. ing sessions with children at an off
54 Lecture hours 1 Unit campus site. A weekly class meeting
18 Lecture hours provides the academic component
ECON 106 to the tutoring experience, reinforc-
Economics of Contemporary Issues ED 110 ing and expanding the application of
Introduction to Teaching concepts gained in the prerequisite/
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or corequisite course. This course
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or partially fulfills the requirements for
appropriate assessment appropriate assessment; READ 023 or students participating in the Ameri-
Transfers to: UC, CSU appropriate assessment Corps grant program.
The course is an introductory course Transfers to: UC, CSU 2 Units
designed for students interested in This course is designed to introduce 18 Lecture hours
exploring how the tools of economics students to the profession of teaching 225 Lab hours
are used to analyze and debate criti- through lecture and observation of
cal issues facing society today. Eco- K-12 classrooms and public schools. EDUCATIONAL
nomics will be applied to issues such The major aspects of the teaching DEVELOPMENT
as: health care, trade deficits, social profession will be examined, the
security, crime, pollution, alternative diversity of the public school system Division of Disabled Students
energy, income inequality, global will be discussed, and students will Program & Services
development, housing and homeless- gain experience in all three levels
ness, and immigration. of the K-12 system. This course is EDEV 020
3 Units intended for students considering a Literacy Skills I
54 Lecture hours career in teaching.
3 Units This is a beginning course for stu-
ECON 135 (same as POLS 135) 54 Lecture hours dents with learning differences who
International Political Economy have limited reading skills. Students
practice learning strategies and tech-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or niques needed to encode, decode, and
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or successfully integrate phonics and
appropriate assessment sight words to become better readers.
Transfers to: UC, CSU This is a non-degree credit course and
This is an introductory course
designed for students interested
in economics and political science,
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is offered on a pass/no pass basis. cognitive and achievement assess- resources and appropriate grooming
3 Units ment which will emphasize specific and hygiene. This is a non-degree
54 Lecture hours academic and learning modality credit course and is offered on a pass/
strengths and weaknesses. Students no pass basis.
EDEV 021 will develop a Student Education 3 Units
Literacy Skills II Contract to help them improve in 54 Lecture hours
reading, writing, spelling, computa-
Prerequisite: Appropriate skill level dem- tion, and learning skills as well as EDEV 027L
onstrated through the RHC Placement plan for future educational support. Strategies for Career Success Lab
Process Recommended for all students who
Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in suspect they may have a learning Prerequisite/Corequisite: EDEV 027
EDEV 021L disability. This is a non-degree credit This course is designed specifically
This course is designed for students course. for the Developmentally Delayed
with learning disabilities who need to 1 Unit Learner (DDL) population and
improve basic reading skills such as 54 Lab hours students with special learning needs.
dictionary usage, vocabulary devel- The laboratory is a work experience
opment, and reading comprehension. EDEV 025 program with minimum supervi-
Students practice specific learning Adaptive Computer Technology sion. Students are placed in on- and
strategies needed to compensate for off-campus work sites for 4 hours per
diverse learning styles or deficits. This course helps disabled students week. They will receive on-the-job
This is a non-degree applicable to utilize adaptive computer hard- training with close supervision at the
course and is offered on a pass/no ware and software. Material will be various locations - 4 weeks at each
pass basis. All students are required provided which is relevant for each job site. This is a non-degree credit
to concurrently enroll in the one-unit student’s needs. Emphasis will also course.
reading lab, EDEV 021L. be placed on knowledge of appro- 1 Unit
3 Units priate compensatory strategies and 54 Lab hours
54 Lecture hours familiarity with disability equip-
ment. Documentation of a verifiable EDEV 029
EDEV 021L disability needs to be provided to the Independent Living Skills
Literacy Skills II Lab DSP&S office to enroll in the course.
This is a non-degree credit course. This course is designed specifically
Prerequisite/Corequisite: EDEV 021 1 Unit for the Developmentally Delayed
This course is a skills class designed 54 Lab hours Learner (DDL) population and
for students with learning disabilities students with special learning needs.
who need to improve reading com- EDEV 026 Essential independent living skills
prehension and vocabulary through Consumer Math are emphasized. Major topics focus
individually prescribed lab work. on the how to live and work issues-
Students will complete reading tasks This course is specifically designed from maintaining a healthy body and
designed to complement the activities for the Developmentally Delayed a safe home to finding and keeping
of their reading course. Students are Learner (DDL) and students with a job. Desired outcome is for the stu-
required to be concurrently enrolled special learning needs who would dent to develop the necessary skills to
in EDEV 021, Literacy Skills II. like to apply their math abilities to gain greater independence within-
1.5 Units the workplace and everyday life. outside the family structure.
27 Lab hours Home and money management; 3 Units
banking/obtaining credit; math skills 54 Lecture hours
EDEV 022 in the workplace; use of calculators;
Basic Arithmetic time cards/taxes and benefits; and EDEV 030
basic reading, writing and math English Skills
This course is a review of the basic across the curriculum are emphasized
principles and skills of arithmetic. in the course. Guest speakers will Corequisite: EDEV 030W
The general areas of review are be invited and student projects will This course is designed for students
operations of whole numbers and reflect the students’ conceptualization with learning disabilities who need to
fractions, operations with decimals and ability to put into practice what improve basic writing skills. A pro-
and proportional thinking, per- is learned. This is a non-degree credit cess approach to writing is integrated
cent problems and applications to course. with reading assignments to provide
percents. This course is designed for 3 Units a variety of writing experiences. Stu-
students with special needs to master 54 Lecture hours dents practice strategies to develop
basic computational skills, develop thinking, language, and writing skills.
problem solving and arithmetic skills, EDEV 027 This course is the beginning level of
and acquire learning strategies to Strategies for Career Success composition; it prepares students for
allow them to function successfully success in ENGL 035 or ENGL 101.
upon matriculating into upper level Prerequisite: Students must meet mea- This is a non-degree credit course
mathematics courses. This is a non- sured appropriate adaptive behaviors that and is offered on a pass/no pass basis.
degree applicable course. meet California Community Colleges Students are required to concurrently
3 Units Title V regulations for DSP&S enroll in EDEV 030W.
54 Lecture hours Corequisite: EDEV 027L 3 Units
This course is designed specifically 54 Lecture hours
EDEV 024 or the Developmentally Delayed
Assessment for Learning Disabilities Learner (DDL) and students with EDEV 030W
special learning needs to prepare English Skills Workshop
Advisory: Appropriate placement them for employment. Emphasis is on
through the Learning Disabilities developing skills in the areas of goal Corequisite: EDEV 030
Assessment Process setting, career assessment inventory, This course is a skills class to assist
This course provides intensive career awareness, career exploration, students with learning disabilities
diagnostic learning assessment for choosing a career, career preparation, in improving writing and language
students with learning disabilities. socialization, utilizing community skills through instruction with the
A profile will be developed through Learning Disabilities Specialist.
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Students will perform writing tasks include personal responsibility, criti- become acquainted with the basic
designed to complement the activi- cal thinking, motivation, self-efficacy, concepts of terminology and will
ties of their composition class. This personal awareness, life-long learn- receive hands-on experience with
is a non-degree course and is offered ing, self-management, health and components and measuring equip-
on a credit/no credit basis. Students wellness, interpersonal communica- ment.
are required to concurrently enroll in tion in a diverse world, and intro- 2 Units
EDEV 030, English Skills. duction to career and educational 27 Lecture hours
1 Unit planning. Students will learn about 27 Lab hours
54 Lab hours the purpose, demands, requirements,
and support services of higher educa- ELEC 051
EDEV 031 tion including both Rio Hondo Col- Electrical Power Distribution Systems
Acquired Brain Injury Orientation lege and four year institutions.
3 Units Prerequisite: ELEC 050
Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in 54 Lecture hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
EDEV 031L appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
This course is designed to orient EDEV 134 appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or
students with ABI to the structure, Study Techniques MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
goals, and services of the Acquired ate assessment
Brain Injury Program at Rio Hondo Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This is an introductory course for
College. The course serves as an appropriate assessment; READ 023 or linemen and those interested in a
introduction to cognitive retraining appropriate assessment career in the power utility industry.
and provides systematic instruction Transfers to: CSU This is the second class of a five class
for increased attention and concen- This is a course in college study program designed to provide the stu-
tration skills. Course activities are skills which also addresses the needs dent with knowledge and skills with
designed to refine problem-solving of students identified with special electrical power distribution systems.
and improve memory capabilities. learning needs. Students are taught This course explains how electricity is
Development of interpersonal and specific techniques, principles, and generated and delivered to custom-
psychosocial skills which are neces- strategies which enable them to effec- ers. Course content includes safety,
sary to function successfully in work, tively acquire, integrate, store, and basic electrical theory of generation,
social, and educational environments retrieve information and thus become transmission, transformers, regula-
will be emphasized. Students are more successful students. Topics in tors, fuses, meters, and applied math-
required to concurrently enroll in this course include in-depth instruc- ematics to illustrate basic electricity
EDEV 031L ABI Orientation Lab. tion in critical reading and thinking, relationships of components in an
Students may repeat this course time management, memory tech- electrical power distribution system.
to improve skills through further niques, note-taking, test-taking, cre- 3 Units
instruction and practice. This course ativity, and communication. Students 45 Lecture hours
may be taken once and repeated three are encouraged to utilize appropriate 27 Lab hours
times for credit. college resources.
1 Unit 3 Units ELEC 052
54 Lecture hours 54 Lecture hours Distribution of Electrical Power
EDEV 031L ELECTRONICS Prerequisite: ELEC 051
Acquired Brain Injury Orientation Lab Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Division of Career & appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in Technical Education appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or
EDEV 031 MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
This course utilizes computer- ELEC 041 ate assessment
assisted instruction to improve High Reliability Electronic Fabrication This is an introductory course for
cognitive skills in attention, memory, linemen and those interested in a
and reasoning in students with Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or career in the power utility industry.
acquired brain injuries. Emphasis is appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or This is the third class of a five class
on reinforcing associated learning MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- program designed to provide the
strategies and techniques specific to ate assessment student with knowledge and skills
each student’s cognitive strengths. This course introduces the student to with electrical power distribution
Students are required to concurrently the techniques required for the use of systems. This course further explains
enroll in EDEV 031 Acquired Brain hand tools in the building and main- the distribution of electrical energy,
Injury Orientation. Students may tenance of electronics equipment. starting with the various methods of
repeat this course to improve skills Particular attention is devoted to sol- generation, through a more exten-
through further instruction and prac- dering and other assembly operations sive look into various transmission
tice. This course may be taken once which must frequently be performed systems, into the rural and urban sub-
and repeated three times for credit. by electronic technicians. stations, and ending at the customer’s
1 Unit 3 Units service entrance. Course content
54 Lecture hours 36 Lecture hours includes safety, electrical theory of
54 Lab hours generation, transmission, distribu-
EDEV 101 tion, substations, transformers, and
College and Life Success (Same as ELEC 050 applied mathematics related to the
COUN 101) Introduction to the Electrical Industry components of an electrical power
distribution system.
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate 3 Units
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or assessment 45 Lecture hours
appropriate assessment This introductory course is for a 27 Lab hours
Transfers to: CSU general audience and for those con-
This course provides an exploration templating a career in the powerline
of cognitive, psychological, social, (electrical) industry. Students will
and physical factors influencing
success in college and in life. Topics
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ELEC 060 concerns. This course is designed less (cellular) telecommunications
D.C. and A.C. Fundamentals for students wanting to work in the systems. This course is designed to
Home Technology Service industry. provide students with information
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate 2 Units and skills associated with the wire-
assessment 27 Lecture hours less (cellular) telecommunications
This introductory course in D.C. & 27 Lab hours industry. The course is intended
A.C. electricity is for general audience for students that are interested in a
and for those contemplating a career ELEC 064 new career or are currently working
in the powerline (electrical) industry. Home Technology Integration in the wireless telecommunications
Course content includes basic theory, Technologies industry. Topics will include: Wire-
resistance, capacitance, inductance, less standards and protocols and
simple D.C. & A.C. circuits, trans- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or the critical issues of compatibility,
formers, measuring instruments, appropriate assessment; READ 023 or internetworking, and voice/data
batteries, motors & generators. appropriate assessment convergence, design and integration
3 Units This course presents the principles of WCDMA/UMTS, CDMA2000,
45 Lecture hours and practices of installing and and SCDMA into existing cellular/
27 Lab hours maintaining home technology. PCS networks. Also presented are
Students are exposed to home light- topics on RF propagation, 3G and 4G
ELEC 061 ing controls, computer networking, networks, and the future of wireless
Fundamentals of Wire and Cabling home security, home entertainment telecommunications.
systems including video, data, and 3 Units
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or voice, heating ventilation and air 45 Lecture hours
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or conditioning control systems, and 27 Lab hours
appropriate assessment home systems integration. This
This course will present the prin- course prepares the student for Home ELEC 101
ciples and practices of copper cable Technology Industry certification D/C Electronic Circuits and Devices
wiring technology and includes and is designed for students want-
instruction in the design, installa- ing to work in the Home Technology Prerequisite: MATH 030 or MATH
tion, and maintenance of copper Service industry. 030D or MATH 033 or appropriate
wiring systems for intelligent control 4 Units assessment, or TCED 080
systems, lighting and appliance 54 Lecture hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
control devices, communication, and 54 Lab hours appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
networking. Also includes instruction appropriate assessment
in household and institutional power ELEC 070 Transfers to: CSU
wiring. This course is designed for Applied Telecommunications This course is an introduction to
students wanting to work in the Technology the field of Direct Current (D/C)
Home Technology Service industry. electricity/electronics. Emphasis is
2 Units Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or on the theory of operation, physi-
27 Lecture hours appropriate assessment; READ 023 or cal properties and characteristics
27 Lab hours appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or of DC electrical/electronic circuits
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- and devices. Students will analyze
ELEC 062 ate assessment circuits and solve problems utiliz-
Fundamentals of Fiber Optics This is an introductory course that ing basic network analysis methods.
will examine the theory behind The course will instruct students on
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or present day wireless (cellular) the arrangement of circuit diagrams,
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or telecommunications systems which proper identification of circuit/device
appropriate assessment will include an in-depth analysis of symbols, and use of wiring sche-
This course presents the principles the design and installation of these matics. Laboratory work provides
and practices of fiber optics and opto- systems. The course is intended experience with the design and test of
electronic technology and includes for students interested in a career basic electrical circuits, use of meters,
instruction in the design, installa- in the wireless telecommunica- schematic diagrams, oscilloscopes,
tion, and maintenance of fiber optic tions industry. Topics will include: and common laboratory equipment.
cabling control systems and optoelec- mobile devices networks, antenna This course is for students that are
tronic control systems for computer orientation, base station system, and contemplating a career in the electri-
communication and networking the operation and support system cal/electronics industry and is part
systems. This course is designed associated with the wireless systems. of the preparation leading to an A. S.
for students wanting to work in the Also presented are topics on environ- Degree or a Certificate in Electronics
Home Technology Service industry. mental effects, governmental impact Technology.
2 Units and history of wireless telecommuni- 4 Units
27 Lecture hours cations. 54 Lecture hours
27 Lab hours 3 Units 54 Lab hours
45 Lecture hours
ELEC 063 27 Lab hours ELEC 102
Fundamentals of Wireless A/C Electronic Circuits and Devices
Communication ELEC 071
Mobile and Wireless Communications Prerequisite: MATH 030 or 030D or
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or MATH 033 or appropriate assessment, or
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Prerequisite: ELEC 070 TCED 080
appropriate assessment Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
This course presents the principles appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
and practices of wireless communica- appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or appropriate assessment
tion technology and includes instruc- MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- Transfers to: CSU
tion in the design, installation, and ate assessment This course is an introduction to the
maintenance of wireless communica- This is the second class of a five class field of Alternating Current (A/C)
tion technology network systems. program that will further examine electricity/electronics. Emphasis is
Emphasis is placed on system reli- the theory behind present day wire-
ability, security, and cost containment
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on the theory of operation, physi- circuits. Students will analyze circuits This course is an introduction to
cal properties and characteristics and solve problems utilizing basic digital electronic principles common
of AC electrical/electronic circuits network analysis methods. Labora- to all areas of electronics. The course
and devices. Students will analyze tory work provides experience with will emphasize study of number
circuits and solve problems utiliz- the design and test of basic solid systems and representations such as
ing basic network analysis methods. state device circuits including signal Binary codes, Hexadecimal codes and
The course will instruct students on tracing and troubleshooting, use of Boolean algebra. Analysis and design
the arrangement of circuit diagrams, meters, schematic diagrams, oscil- of combinational and sequential
proper identification of circuit/device loscopes, and common laboratory Logic Circuits, Gates, Adders, TTL:
symbols, and use of wiring sche- equipment. This course is for stu- small and medium scale integrated
matics. Laboratory work provides dents that are contemplating a career devices, programmable logic and
experience with the design and test of in the electrical/electronics industry simulation of digital circuits and
basic electrical circuits, use of meters, and is part of the preparation leading CMOS, ECL families will be covered.
schematic diagrams, oscilloscopes, to an A. S. Degree or a Certificate in Laboratory work will also provide
and common laboratory equipment. Electronics Technology. experience with the design and test
This course is for students that are 4 Units of basic digital circuits, use of meters,
contemplating a career in the electri- 54 Lecture hours schematic diagrams, oscilloscopes,
cal/electronics industry and is part 54 Lab hours and common laboratory equipment.
of the preparation leading to an A. S. This course is for students that are
Degree or a Certificate in Electronics ELEC 109 contemplating a career in the electri-
Technology. Linear, Analog Circuits and Devices cal/electronics industry and is part
4 Units of the preparation leading to an A. S.
54 Lecture hours Prerequisite: ELEC 101 and 102 Degree or a Certificate in Electronics
54 Lab hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Technology.
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 4 Units
ELEC 105 appropriate assessment 54 Lecture hours
Computer Simulation and Fabrication Transfers to: CSU 54 Lab hours
of Electronic Circuits This course focuses on linear analog
circuits and devices used in the ELEC 208
Prerequisite: ELEC 101 field of electronics. Emphasis is on Advanced Solid State Devices and
Transfers to: CSU the theory of operation, methods of Circuits
This course provides an introduc- fabrication, physical properties and
tion to the use of computer software characteristics of operational ampli- Prerequisite: ELEC 108
in the simulation and fabrication of fiers, other discrete circuits and exter- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
electronic circuits and printed circuit nal circuitry. This course builds on appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
boards. It is intended for students the foundation laid in Electronics 108, appropriate assessment
in electronics technology as well continuing the study of solid state Transfers to: CSU
as those currently working in the devices and circuits with emphasis on This course is a continuation of the
electronics industry. Using a popular the Integrated Circuit (IC) and appli- study of solid state devices used in
educational version of circuit simula- cations. Students will analyze circuits the field of electronics presented
tion software, the Electronics Work- and solve problems utilizing basic in the introductory course ELEC
bench TM program suite, students network analysis methods. IC device 108. Emphasis is on the theory of
will be introduced first to concepts characteristics are explored. Input/ operation, physical properties and
of analog and digital circuit simula- output impedance, drift, offset, bias characteristics of advanced semicon-
tion. The modeled circuits are then current, Gain, Frequency Response ductor devices and circuits. Devices
processed. Fabricated and ultimately and simple modeling are among the considered are advanced design
tested as prototype circuit boards. topics considered. Use of device data transistors, SCRs and other Integrated
Students will learn to use a miniature sheets and application notes will be Circuits-IC’s (digital and analog),
computer controlled circuit board introduced to provide training in typical applications of each device in
mill to produce the prototypes. the selection of devices for specific inverters, converters, and switching
2 Units purposes. Laboratory work provides power supplies. Students will analyze
18 Lecture hours experience with the design and test circuits and solve problems utiliz-
54 Lab hours of basic solid state device circuits ing basic network analysis methods
including signal tracing and trouble- with emphasis on advanced bias-
ELEC 108 shooting, use of meters, schematic ing, cascading, coupling and phase
Introduction to Solid State Devices and diagrams, oscilloscopes, and common shifting. Laboratory work provides
Circuits laboratory equipment. This course is experience with the design and test
for students that are contemplating of advanced solid state device circuits
Prerequisite: ELEC 101 and 102 a career in the electrical/electronics including signal tracing and trouble-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or industry and is part of the prepara- shooting, use of schematic diagrams
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or tion leading to an A. S. Degree or a and common laboratory equipment.
appropriate assessment Certificate in Electronics Technology. This course is for students that are
Transfers to: CSU 4 Units contemplating a career in the electri-
This course is an introduction to 54 Lecture hours cal/electronics industry and is part
solid state devices used in the field of 54 Lab hours of the preparation leading to an A. S.
electronics. Emphasis is on the theory Degree or a Certificate in Electronics
of operation, methods of fabrication, ELEC 111 Technology.
physical properties and character- Introduction to Digital Electronics 4 Units
istics of semiconductor devices and 54 Lecture hours
circuits. Devices considered are Prerequisite: ELEC 101 and 102 54 Lab hours
diodes, BJT and FET transistors, Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
special diodes, Thyristors (SCR), IC’s appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
(digital and analog), typical applica- appropriate assessment
tions of each device in amplifier, Transfers to: CSU
regulator, oscillator, timer and digital
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ELEC 211 ELEC 299 EUT 112
Advanced Digital Electronics Directed Study in Electronics Electrical Utility Technology II
Technology
Prerequisite: ELEC 111 Prerequisite: EUT 110
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Prerequisite: 2.5 overall grade point Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
appropriate assessment average, a 3.0 grade point average in the appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Transfers to: CSU discipline of study being requested, or appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or
This course is a continuation of intro- receive an exception from the instructor MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
duction to electronic digital principles Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or ate assessment; ELEC 050
common to all areas of electronics. appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Transfers to: CSU
Building on the foundations cov- appropriate assessment This course involves the study of the
ered in ELEC 111, emphasis will be Transfers to: CSU power distribution and line construc-
placed on the study of various types This course provides an opportunity tion industry. Topics include meth-
of Counters, A/D and D/A Convert- for the student to expand their stud- ods of producing electricity, A.C.
ers, I-O Devices, Memories and an ies in Electronics Technology beyond and D.C. meters and circuitry and
introduction to Micro Computers. the classroom by completing a project electric batteries. Students will also
Through laboratory work, students or an assignment arranged by an learn about Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s
learn applications by construct- agreement between the student and Law, and electromagnetic induction.
ing various circuits and devices. instructor. The student is required to This course is intended for students
Advanced analysis and design of contract with the instructor to deter- that are contemplating a career in the
combinational and sequential Logic mine the scope of the assignment and electrical utility industry.
Circuits, Gates, Adders, TTL: small the unit value assigned for successful 3 Units
and medium scale integrated devices, completion. Students must possess a 45 Lecture hours
programmable logic and simulation 2.5 overall GPA, a 3.0 GPA in the dis- 27 Lab hours
of digital circuits and ECL families cipline of study being requested, or
will be covered. Laboratory work receive an exception from the instruc- EUT 114
will also provide experience with tor. Students may take a maximum Electrical Utility Technology III
the design and test of basic digital of 3 units of Directed Study within a
circuits, use of meters, schematic discipline and 9 units college-wide. Prerequisite: EUT 112
diagrams, oscilloscopes, and common 1 to 3 Units Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
laboratory equipment. This course is 54 to 162 Lab hours appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
for students that are contemplating appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or
a career in the electrical/electronics ELECTRONICS/ MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
industry and is part of the prepara- ate assessment; ELEC 050
tion leading to an A. S. Degree or a ELECTRIC UTILITY Transfers to: CSU
Certificate in Electronics Technology. This course is a study of alternating
4 Units TECHNOLOGY current circuits, A.C. and D.C. motors
54 Lecture hours and generators, pole and overhead
54 Lab hours Division of Career & construction, and transformers and
Technical Education voltage regulators. Topics include
ELEC 240 schematics, shunt and series capaci-
Microprocessors and Microcomputing EUT 110 tors and safety issues outlined by
Electrical Utility Technology I the Occupational Safety and Health
Prerequisite: ELEC 211 Act (OSHA). Calculating power used
Transfers to: CSU Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or by electrical circuits is also covered.
This course will provide a funda- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or This course is intended for students
mental knowledge of the general appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or that are contemplating a career in the
architecture of microcomputers. MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- electrical utility industry.
Emphasis is on the study of organi- ate assessment; ELEC 050 3 Units
zation and structuring of the major Transfers to: CSU 45 Lecture hours
hardware and software components This is an introductory course that 27 Lab hours
of computers which includes, the will examine the theory behind
CPU and some of the I/O devices present day utility energy systems. EUT 116
used to interface the CPU to vari- This course provides an orientation Electrical Utility Technology IV
ous peripheral devices. It considers in the power distribution and line
the physical aspects of information construction industry. Basic electri- Prerequisite: EUT 114
transfer and control within a digital cal principles and safety on the job Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
computer. Network architecture, are emphasized. Topics include basic appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
communication protocol, as well as mathematical computations, includ- appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or
micro-programming instruction sets ing trigonometry fundamentals, MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
and assembly language program- electron theory and the fundamentals ate assessment; ELEC 050
ming are also emphasized. Labora- of magnetism. Students will combine Transfers to: CSU
tory exercises will focus on construct electrical theory with laboratory and This course is a continuation of
and deconstruct of a basic computer, practical applications in the course of pole and overhead line construc-
along with test and troubleshooting study. This course is intended for stu- tion. Topics covered include state
of critical functions. This course is dents that are contemplating a career safety orders for line construction
for students that are contemplating in the electrical utility industry. and maintenance, transmission and
a career in the electrical/electronics 3 Units distribution systems and conduc-
industry and is part of the prepara- 45 Lecture hours tors and electrical systems faults.
tion leading to an A. S. Degree or a 27 Lab hours Students will also learn about short
Certificate in Electronics Technology. circuits, system protective concepts
4 Units and how to identify control circuits
54 Lecture hours from wiring diagrams. This course
54 Lab hours
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is intended for students that are con- This course is designed to certify of Emergency Medical Technician
templating a career in the electrical students as California State Emer- and will meet performance objectives
utility industry. gency Medical Technicians and gain related to instruction that are above
3 Units employment as an ambulance driver and beyond the conditions of regular
45 Lecture hours or ambulance attendant. After suc- employment. This course is intended
27 Lab hours cessful completion of this course, for students whose job is related to
students will be authorized to take the field of fire technology or EMS
EUT 118 the National Registry EMT examina- (emergency medical services) and
Electrical Utility Technology V tions and then request certification have completed or enrolled in the
as an EMT through the Los Angeles appropriate coursework. “Contact the
Prerequisite: EUT 116 County Department of Health or CWE office regarding re-enrollment
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or other local EMS accrediting agencies. procedures”.
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Topics discussed include pre-hospital Student Unpaid Internship:
appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or care terminology, cardiovascular 1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours;
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- emergencies, pre-hospital childbirth, 3 Units/180 hours;4 Units/240 hours
ate assessment; ELEC 050 communicable disease, extrication Student Paid Internship:
Transfers to: CSU tools and equipment, automatic 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours;
This course covers advanced theory external defibrillation and an 3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours.
of electrical distribution lines and understanding of the Emergency 1 to 4 Units
systems. Other topics include phas- Medical System. Students must pass a 3 Lecture hours
ing, system groundings, substations background check and EMT medical 60 to 300 Other hours
and the use of electrical instruments. physical with a 10-panel drug screen.
Students will also learn how to 8 Units ENGINEERING
connect transformers in accordance 117 Lecture hours
with the state code. Usage of fusing 81 Lab hours Division of Mathematics
tables and reference tables, including & Sciences
technical symbols are also covered. EMT 0931
This course is intended for students Emergency Vehicle Operations ENGR 217
that are contemplating a career in the Electric Circuit Analysis
electrical utility industry. Prerequisite: READ 023 or appropriate
3 Units assessment; Possession of a class “C” Corequisite: PHY 213 with a grade of
45 Lecture hours license. “C” or better
27 Lab hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Transfers to: UC, CSU
appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or This course is for students who
EUT 120 MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- intend to pursue a major in engineer-
Utility Pole Climbing Techniques ate assessment ing. The course is the study of basic
This course is designed to certify circuit analysis techniques including
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or students as driver operators for Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws, mesh-
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or both Class “B” commercial driver’s current and node-voltage method,
appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or license and for ambulance drivers Thévenin and Norton’s equivalent
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- certification in California. A Class circuits, transient and steady-state
ate assessment “B” commercial drivers permit will responses of passive circuits, and
Transfers to: CSU be obtained while in this course and a operational amplifiers. This course
This course is designed to provide Class “B” commercial driver’s license also includes sinusoidal steady-state
instruction on climbing a utility may be obtained prior to completion analysis of AC circuits, AC power cal-
pole safely using the latest OSHA of this course. Pre-Trip inspection, culation, three-phase circuits, mutual
fall resistant requirements. At the driving skills and a driving test is inductance, frequency response, and
completion of this course, students part of this course. Students will resonance.
will be able to safely ascend and complete certification through the 3 Units
descend a utility pole using gaffs California State Fire Marshal’s office 54 Lecture hours
and extension ladders. This course in Driver Operator 1A and 1B. A
provides an orientation in the power physical is required to meet Cali- ENGR 235
distribution and line construction fornia State standards in regards to Engineering Mechanics: Statics
industry. Basic electrical principles licensing.
and safety on the job are emphasized. 4 Units Prerequisite: PHY 211 with a grade of
This course is intended for students 54 Lecture hours “C” or better
that are contemplating a career in the 54 Lab hours Transfers to: UC, CSU
electrical utility industry. This course is for students who
4 Units EMT 290 intend to pursue a major in engineer-
54 Lecture hours Cooperative Work Experience/Intern- ing and provides an overview of the
54 Lab hours ship for Emergency Medical Technician effect of two and three dimensional
Related Fields force systems on particles and rigid
EMERGENCY bodies under equilibrium conditions.
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Topics covered include distributed
MEDICAL TECHNICIAN appropriate assessment; READ 023 or forces and determination of cen-
appropriate assessment troids, analysis of trusses, frames
Division of Public Safety Transfers to: CSU and machines, internal forces and
This course supports and reinforces moments, systems involving friction,
EMT 093 on-the-job training in the Emergency and method of virtual work and
Emergency Medical Technician Medical Technician field under equilibrium.
supervision of a college instruc- 3 Units
Prerequisite: FTEC 121 tor and is facilitated by the use of 54 Lecture hours
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or learning objectives. The student will
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or be working in a skilled or profes-
appropriate assessment; BIOL 125 sional level assignment in the area
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ENGR 245 is open to all students who wish to ENGT 138
Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics develop freehand drawing skills. It Engineering Careers & Applications
is required for all students working
Prerequisite: ENGR 235 with a grade of towards a degree or certificate in the Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
“C” or better Architecture and Engineering Design appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Transfers to: CSU Drafting program. appropriate assessment
This course is for students who 2 Units Transfers to: CSU
intend to pursue a major in engineer- 27 Lecture hours This course is for all students inter-
ing and provides an overview of the 27 Lab hours ested in the career field of Engineer-
effect of two and three dimensional ing Design Drafting. Engineering
force systems on particles and rigid ENGT 122 Careers and Applications will explore
bodies in motion. Topics include Engineering Design Graphics the career opportunities and training
kinematics of particles and rigid requirements in the field of engineer-
bodies; applications of Newton’s Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or ing and engineering technology.
Second Law; energy and momentum appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Topics will include the history of
methods in the study of motions; appropriate assessment; ENGT 101 or engineering, careers in engineering,
translational, rotational, & general two years of high school drafting ethics and responsibilities of the engi-
planar motion; and mechanical vibra- Transfers to: UC, CSU neer, communicating and problem
tions. This course is an introduction to solving.
3 Units graphics as used in engineering 2 Units
54 Lecture hours design and the systematic use of 27 Lecture hours
graphic solutions and descriptive 27 Lab hours
ENGINEERING geometry to solve three dimensional
TECHNOLOGY engineering problems involving ENGT 150
space, points, planes and lines. AutoCAD for Basic CADD Applications
Division of Career & Technical drawing using I.S.O. and
Technical Education A.N.S.I. standards including geomet- Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
ric dimensioning and tolerancing, appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
ENGT 101 will be stressed with a conceptual appropriate assessment; ENGT 101 or
Introduction to Technical Drawing & design project and preparation of two years of high school drafting
Graphics working drawings. This course is Transfers to: CSU
required for all students working This course is for students preparing
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or towards a degree or certificate in the for high technology careers who need
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Architecture and Engineering Design the skills necessary to function as
appropriate assessment Drafting program. The course is also an entry level CADD operator or to
Transfers to: CSU recommended for students interested apply CADD to specific disciplines of
This is a basic course in technical in transferring to Schools of Engineer- mechanical and architectural design,
drawing and graphics for students ing. manufacturing, illustration and
with no previous drafting skills or 4 Units engineering related documents. An
training. The course is designed for 54 Lecture hours overview of computer graphics and
students who wish to pursue training 54 Lab hours CADD (Computer Assisted Design
in fields and careers related to archi- and Drawing) utilizing the latest
tecture, civil and engineering design ENGT 131 release of AutoCAD software will be
drafting. Practical application will be Engineering and Manufacturing Appli- provided. Students will produce 2D
provided with the tools, techniques, cations of Technical Drawing orthographic, isometric, and basic 3D
standards, and practices used in the model solutions of mechanical and
industries that need technical draw- Prerequisite: ENGT 122 architectural applications.
ings and graphics. Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or 4 Units
3 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 54 Lecture hours
36 Lecture hours appropriate assessment; ENGT 150 or 54 Lab hours
54 Lab hours ENGT 170, or CADD experience
Transfers to: CSU ENGT 170
ENGT 105 This intermediate course is the study MicroStation for Basic CADD Applica-
Architectural and Technical Freehand of technical drawing as used in tions
Sketching manufacturing applications of design
and engineering technology. This Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or course is for all students in areas of appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or study related to Engineering, Techni- appropriate assessment; ENGT 101 or
appropriate assessment cal Drafting, Design and Computer two years of high school drafting
Transfers to: CSU Graphics. The course incorporates Transfers to: CSU
This course is designed to develop orthographic projection, introduction This course is for students preparing
skill in freehand drawing as used by to tool design, and applications of for high technology careers who need
the design professionals in both archi- descriptive geometry through layouts the skills necessary to function as
tectural and technical applications. and developments. The course will an entry level CADD operator or to
Using pen, pencil, marker, basic prin- also cover ANSI Y14.5, precision apply CADD to specific disciplines of
ciples of proportion, composition and dimensioning, geometric tolerancing, mechanical and architectural design,
freehand techniques, students will manufacturing terminology and pro- manufacturing, illustration and
prepare technical sketches to industry cesses. Lab exercises and drawings engineering related documents. An
standards, in isometric, oblique, will be used to reinforce lecture and overview of computer graphics and
perspective and orthographic. Design demonstration concepts. CADD (Computer Assisted Design
considerations will also be introduced 4 Units and Drawing) utilizing the latest
for various projects involving pre- 54 Lecture hours release of MicroStation software will
liminary design sketches. This course 54 Lab hours be provided. Students will produce
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2D orthographic and basic 3D model ENGT 250 pumps, steam turbines, compressors,
solutions of mechanical and architec- Parametric Modeling 3D Applications vertical vessels, horizontal ves-
tural applications. for Mechanical Design sels, tanks, heaters, coolers, cooling
4 Units towers, condenser, reactors, boilers,
54 Lecture hours Prerequisite: ENGT 122 and ENGT 150 chillers, heat exchangers and special
54 Lab hours Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or equipment.
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 3 Units
ENGT 200 appropriate assessment 36 Lecture hours
Intermediate AutoCAD for Design and Transfers to: CSU 54 Lab hours
Production This course presents advanced
applications of 2D and 3D Computer ENGT 270
Prerequisite: ENGT 150 with a grade of Aided Design Drafting (CADD) and Solid Works for 3D Modeling and Pro-
“C” or better an introduction to parametric model- totype Applications
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or ing and rapid prototyping utiliz-
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or ing the latest releases of Autodesk Prerequisite: ENGT 122; ENGT 150 or
appropriate assessment; ENGT 101 or Inventor series, SolidWorks, and ENGT 170
two years of high school drafting other parametric modeling software Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Transfers to: CSU to produce solutions for mechanical appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
This course is for students pursuing applications. This course benefits all appropriate assessment
degrees or certificates in the Architec- students in areas of study related to Transfers to: CSU
ture and Engineering Design Drafting Engineering, Drafting, Design and This course presents an intensive
Program and for those who wish to Computer Graphics, emphasizes study in 3D computer graphics and
enhance their AutoCAD skills for CADD generated three dimensional CADD (Computer Assisted Design
workplace productivity. The course graphics using wire frame, surface and Drafting) utilizing the latest
is an intermediate application study modeling, and parametric solids. release of SolidWorks Software.
in computer aided design, drafting, 4 Units This course benefits all students in
and graphics using the latest revi- 54 Lecture hours areas of study related to Engineer-
sions of AutoCAD. Combined with 54 Lab hours ing, Drafting, Design and Computer
previously learned technical drafting Graphics. Students will produce three
conventions and basic AutoCAD ENGT 265 dimensional parametric computer
operational skills, students will Pressure Piping Design generated virtual models incorporat-
use AutoCAD to produce detailed ing mechanical design refinements.
drawings that involve model-space Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or The course emphasizes high technol-
and paperspace, 2D and 3D objects, appropriate assessment; READ 023 or ogy skills which are necessary to
block attributes and viewport scales. appropriate assessment; ENGT 150 or function as a design professional to
Emphasis will be placed on working ENGT 170 or industry experience in apply 3D design graphics technology
with multiple drawing files using CADD applications to specific disciplines of mechanical
external files to create mechanical, Transfers to: CSU engineering, machine drafting and
architectural and civil projects. This course is for those students with design, manufacturing, animation,
3 Units CADD experience who are interested modeling and illustration. Students
36 Lecture hours in the career field of pressure piping will be introduced to a variety of
54 Lab hours design engineering. This course pres- means to directly produce prototype
ents the preparation of engineering models from CADD generated solid
ENGT 231 detail drawings of piping systems for geometry.
Technical Product Design and commercial, utilities and industrial 4 Units
Presentation plants. Included is information and 54 Lecture hours
work dealing with the location, instal- 54 Lab hours
Prerequisite: ENGT 122; ENGT 150 lation, operation, and maintenance
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or of pumps, steam turbines, compres- ENGT 280
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or sors, tanks, heaters, coolers, cooling Advanced MicroStation for CADD &
appropriate assessment towers, condenser, reactors, boilers, BIM Applications (Same as ARCH 280)
Transfers to: CSU chillers, heat exchangers and special
This intermediate course is the study equipment. Prerequisite: ENGT 170 with a grade
of technical presentation drawing, 3 Units of “C” or better, or verifiable work experi-
product proposal and design includ- 36 Lecture hours ence and proficiency in MicroStation
ing electro-mechanical packaging, 54 Lab hours XM or V8i
orthographic and axonometric Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
illustration for presentation and ENGT 266 appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
assembly pictorial views. Using Pressure Piping Applications appropriate assessment; ENGT 101 or
computer aided design, manual draft- two years of high school drafting
ing, and graphic techniques, students Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or Transfers to: CSU
will apply previously learned skills appropriate assessment; READ 023 or This course is for students pursuing
to develop graphic illustrations of appropriate assessment; ENGT 150 or an advanced study in MicroStation
mechanical applications for use in ENGT 170 or industry experience in 3D parametric CADD (Computer
catalogs, manuals and engineering CADD applications; ENGT 265 Assisted Design and Drafting) and
support presentation documents. This Transfers to: CSU the BIM (Building Information Mod-
course benefits all students in areas of This course is for all students eling) approach to building design
study related to Engineering, Draft- interested in the career field of using Bentley Architecture. Stu-
ing, Design and Computer Graphics. pressure piping design engineering. dents will apply previously learned
4 Units This course presents the advanced drafting conventions to produce
54 Lecture hours preparation of engineering detail two and three dimensional CADD
54 Lab hours drawings of piping systems for and BIM generated mechanical and
commercial, utilities and industrial architectural drawings and virtual
plants. Included is advanced informa- design models. This course benefits
tion and layout work dealing with all students studying Architecture,
the location, installation, operation of
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Civil, Engineering of all types, Draft- dents may take a maximum of 3 units discuss readings, and participate in
ing, Design and Computer Graphics. of Directed Study within a discipline collaborative activities which increase
High technology skills which are and 9 units college-wide. their ability to articulate ideas. This
necessary to function as a designer or 1 to 3 Units is a non-degree credit course and is
CADD Drafter are emphasized. 54 to 162 Lab hours offered on a pass/no pass basis. Each
4 Units week, three additional hours will be
54 Lecture hours ENGLISH required in an accompanying 35W
54 Lab hours Writing Workshop offered on a pass/
Division of Communications no pass basis. This class can also
ENGT 290 & Languages be taken in three 6-week modules.
Cooperative Work Experience/Intern- Students will have the opportunity
ship for Drafting Related Fields ENGL 030 to take one, two, or three modules
Introductory Composition for for one unit of credit each. Module
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Developing Writers A will cover simple and compound
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or sentences, simple punctuation,
appropriate assessment Corequisite: ENGL 030W and language usage. Students will
Transfers to: CSU Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate practice writing to instruct and
This course supports and reinforces assessment inform. Module B will cover complex
on-the-job training in business and This course assists students in sentences, punctuation such as colons
industrial establishments under developing thinking, language, and and semicolons, and use of persua-
supervision of a college instruc- writing skills through structured sive language. Further practice will
tor and is facilitated by the use of assignments that increase in complex- be given in the use of commas and
learning objectives. The student will ity throughout the semester. This is capitalization. Module C will include
be working in a skilled or profes- the first or beginning course in com- paragraphs, short essays, punctuation
sional level assignment in their position; it prepares students for suc- review, and use of sequential and
area of vocational interest and will cess in either ENGL 035 or ENGL 101. transitional language. Practice will be
meet performance objectives related Students must concurrently enroll given in adapting information to dif-
to instruction that are above and in the one-unit Writing Workshop, ferent audiences. In addition to this
beyond the conditions of regular ENGL 030W. This is a non-degree material, modules A, B, and C will
employment. This course is intended applicable course and is offered on a cover material detailed in the appen-
for students whose job is related to pass/no pass basis. dix to the course outline. To receive
the field of drafting and have com- 3 Units credit for ENGL 035 or ENGL 035 A,
pleted or enrolled in the appropriate 54 Lecture hours B, C, students must receive a score
coursework. “Contact the CWE office of 10 or higher on the common final.
regarding re-enrollment procedures”. ENGL 030W Workshop credit will be given upon
Student Unpaid Internship: Writing Workshop completion of all three modules.
1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours; Students may enroll in all modules
3 Units/180 hours;4 Units/240 hours Corequisite: ENGL 030 or individual modules and receive
Student Paid Internship: Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate appropriate credit. English 035 A,
1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours; assessment B, C is offered on an open entry,
3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours. This is a lab course designed to assist open exit basis. This is a non-degree
1 to 4 Units students in developing and improv- credit course and is offered on a
3 Lecture hours ing their writing and language skills pass/no pass basis. (Each week, three
60 to 300 Other hours through individual conferences with additional hours will be required in
composition instructors. Students will the ENGL 035W Writing Workshop,
ENGT 299 complete and revise assignments that offered on a pass/no pass basis.)
Directed Study in Engineering Design complement the goals and objectives 3 Units
Drafting of ENGL 030. All ENGL 030 stu- 54 Lecture hours
dents must enroll in this course. This
Prerequisite: 2.5 overall grade point course may be repeated one time for ENGL 035A
average, a 3.0 grade point average in the credit. This is a non-degree applicable Intermediate Composition for
discipline of study being requested, or course offered on a pass-no pass Developing Writers
receive an exception from the instructor basis.
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 0.5 Units Prerequisite: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 27 Lab hours with a grade of “Pass” or appropriate
appropriate assessment assessment
Transfers to: CSU ENGL 035 Corequisite: ENGL 035W
This course provides an opportunity Intermediate Composition for This is a composition course which
for the student to expand their stud- Developing Writers trains students in the clear and
ies in Engineering Design Drafting logical communication of ideas and
beyond the classroom by complet- Prerequisite: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 information. Students will learn to
ing a project or an assignment with a grade of “Pass” or appropriate relate ideas and information in stan-
arranged by an agreement between assessment dard written English that a literate
the student and instructor. The Corequisite: ENGL 035W audience can easily understand. To
student is required to contract with This is a composition course which accomplish this, students will learn
the instructor to determine the scope trains students in the clear and methods of prewriting, construct
of the assignment and the unit value logical communication of ideas and and revise a series of original essays,
assigned for successful completion. information. Students will learn to discuss readings, and participate in
Students must possess a 2.5 overall relate ideas and information in stan- collaborative activities which increase
GPA, a 3.0 GPA in the discipline of dard written English that a literate their ability to articulate ideas. This
study being requested, or receive an audience can easily understand. To is a non-degree credit course and is
exception from the instructor. Stu- accomplish this, students will learn offered on a pass/no pass basis. Each
methods of prewriting, construct week, three additional hours will be
and revise a series of original essays, required in an accompanying 35W
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Writing Workshop offered on a pass/ sentences, simple punctuation, be given in the use of commas and
no pass basis. This class can also and language usage. Students will capitalization. Module C will include
be taken in three 6-week modules. practice writing to instruct and paragraphs, short essays, punctuation
Students will have the opportunity inform. Module B will cover complex review, and use of sequential and
to take one, two, or three modules sentences, punctuation such as colons transitional language. Practice will be
for one unit of credit each. Module and semicolons, and use of persua- given in adapting information to dif-
A will cover simple and compound sive language. Further practice will ferent audiences. In addition to this
sentences, simple punctuation, be given in the use of commas and material, modules A, B, and C will
and language usage. Students will capitalization. Module C will include cover material detailed in the appen-
practice writing to instruct and paragraphs, short essays, punctuation dix to the course outline. To receive
inform. Module B will cover complex review, and use of sequential and credit for ENGL 035 or ENGL 035 A,
sentences, punctuation such as colons transitional language. Practice will be B, C, students must receive a score
and semicolons, and use of persua- given in adapting information to dif- of 10 or higher on the common final.
sive language. Further practice will ferent audiences. In addition to this Workshop credit will be given upon
be given in the use of commas and material, modules A, B, and C will completion of all three modules.
capitalization. Module C will include cover material detailed in the appen- Students may enroll in all modules
paragraphs, short essays, punctuation dix to the course outline. To receive or individual modules and receive
review, and use of sequential and credit for ENGL 035 or ENGL 035 A, appropriate credit. English 035 A,
transitional language. Practice will be B, C, students must receive a score B, C is offered on an open entry,
given in adapting information to dif- of 10 or higher on the common final. open exit basis. This is a non-degree
ferent audiences. In addition to this Workshop credit will be given upon credit course and is offered on a
material, modules A, B, and C will completion of all three modules. pass/no pass basis. (Each week, three
cover material detailed in the appen- Students may enroll in all modules additional hours will be required in
dix to the course outline. To receive or individual modules and receive the ENGL 035W Writing Workshop,
credit for ENGL 035 or ENGL 035 A, appropriate credit. English 035 A, offered on a pass/no pass basis.)
B, C, students must receive a score B, C is offered on an open entry, 1 Unit
of 10 or higher on the common final. open exit basis. This is a non-degree 18 Lecture hours
Workshop credit will be given upon credit course and is offered on a
completion of all three modules. pass/no pass basis. (Each week, three ENGL 035W
Students may enroll in all modules additional hours will be required in Writing Workshop
or individual modules and receive the ENGL 035W Writing Workshop,
appropriate credit. English 035 A, offered on a pass/no pass basis.) Corequisite: ENGL 035
B, C is offered on an open entry, 1 Unit Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate
open exit basis. This is a non-degree 18 Lecture hours assessment
credit course and is offered on a This is a lab course designed to assist
pass/no pass basis. (Each week, three ENGL 035C students in developing and improv-
additional hours will be required in Intermediate Composition for ing their writing and language skills
the ENGL 035W Writing Workshop, Developing Writers through individual conferences with
offered on a pass/no pass basis.) composition instructors. Students will
1 Unit Prerequisite: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 complete and revise assignments that
18 Lecture hours with a grade of “Pass” or appropriate complement the goals and objectives
assessment of English 035. All English 035 stu-
ENGL 035B Corequisite: ENGL 035W dents must enroll in this course. This
Intermediate Composition for Develop- This is a composition course which course may be repeated one time for
ing Writers trains students in the clear and credit. This is a non-degree applicable
logical communication of ideas and course offered on a pass-no pass
Prerequisite: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 information. Students will learn to basis.
with a grade of “Pass” or appropriate relate ideas and information in stan- 1.5 Units
assessment dard written English that a literate 27 Lab hours
Corequisite: ENGL 035W audience can easily understand. To
This is a composition course which accomplish this, students will learn ENGL 101 (C-ID ENGL 100)
trains students in the clear and methods of prewriting, construct College Composition and Research
logical communication of ideas and and revise a series of original essays,
information. Students will learn to discuss readings, and participate in Prerequisite: ENGL 035 with a grade
relate ideas and information in stan- collaborative activities which increase of “Pass” or ENLA 100 with an “A” or
dard written English that a literate their ability to articulate ideas. This “B” or appropriate assessment
audience can easily understand. To is a non-degree credit course and is Transfers to: UC, CSU
accomplish this, students will learn offered on a pass/no pass basis. Each This is a composition course that
methods of prewriting, construct week, three additional hours will be enables students to generate logical,
and revise a series of original essays, required in an accompanying 35W coherent essays and reports necessary
discuss readings, and participate in Writing Workshop offered on a pass/ to academic and professional success.
collaborative activities which increase no pass basis. This class can also Students will become proficient in
their ability to articulate ideas. This be taken in three 6-week modules. research techniques, learn critical
is a non-degree credit course and is Students will have the opportunity reading and thinking skills through
offered on a pass/no pass basis. Each to take one, two, or three modules expository and persuasive reading
week, three additional hours will be for one unit of credit each. Module selections, and apply these skills to
required in an accompanying 35W A will cover simple and compound creating original essays and a final
Writing Workshop offered on a pass/ sentences, simple punctuation, research paper. The lab component
no pass basis. This class can also and language usage. Students will of this course is designed to assist
be taken in three 6-week modules. practice writing to instruct and students in improving and refining
Students will have the opportunity inform. Module B will cover complex their writing and language skills.
to take one, two, or three modules sentences, punctuation such as colons Students will complete lab activities
for one unit of credit each. Module and semicolons, and use of persua- that enhance their ability to compose
A will cover simple and compound sive language. Further practice will logical, well-supported arguments
that exhibit grammatical fluency and
268 / Rio Hondo College 2016-2017 Catalog
correct documentation form. Students Transfers to: UC, CSU to transfer to four-year colleges or
will meet with composition instruc- This course explores the nature and universities. Students will read and
tors through individual conferences structure of language, including write extensively, while applying
that address students’ specific writing phonology, morphology, syntax, critical thinking skills and research
concerns. This course is designed semantics and discourse, language techniques. Students will demon-
for students who wish to fulfill the acquisition and language develop- strate these abilities in advanced
General Education requirement for ment, and language use. This course composition as they research and
Written Communication. is useful for students planning to write a series of argumentative
3.5 Units enter elementary or secondary teach- essays, which demonstrate the ability
54 Lecture hours ing and for those majoring in foreign to analyze issues, evaluate positions,
27 Lab hours language, English, communications, and argue persuasively through clear,
and anthropology. concise prose. The lab component
ENGL 125 3 Units of this course is designed to assist
Grammar and Usage 54 Lecture hours students in advancing and refining
their writing and language skills and
Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or ENGL 127H will augment their ability to exer-
appropriate assessment Language Structure & Language Use: cise critical thought. Students will
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate Introduction to Linguistics Honors complete lab activities that further
assessment enhance their ability to compose
Transfers to: UC, CSU Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of logical, well-supported arguments
This course explores parts of speech, “C” or better that exhibit grammatical fluency and
varieties of sentence structures, Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate correct documentation form. Students
common grammar and usage prob- assessment will meet with composition instruc-
lems, and how to apply these issues Transfers to: UC, CSU tors through individual conferences
to real-world communications. It is This course explores the nature and that address students’ specific writing
designed for students who wish to structure of language, including concerns.
expand their knowledge of stan- phonology, morphology, syntax, 3.5 Units
dard American English and thereby semantics and discourse, language 54 Lecture hours
increase their skill in the written and acquisition and language develop- 27 Lab hours
spoken language. It is especially help- ment, and language use. This course
ful for students planning to go into is useful for students planning to ENGL 201H (C-ID ENGL 105)
teaching. enter elementary or secondary teach- Advanced Composition and Critical
3 Units ing and for those majoring in foreign Thinking Honors
54 Lecture hours language, English, communications,
and anthropology. This course is Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 101
ENGL 126 designed for students eligible for the with a grade of at least a “C” or better
Languages of the World Honors Program. Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
3 Units (*Students will receive credit from UC
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 54 Lecture hours for only one of the following courses:
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or ENGL 201 or ENGL 201H)
appropriate assessment ENGL 131 (C-ID ENGL 200) This advanced composition course is
Transfers to: UC, CSU Creative Writing open to all students who have suc-
This is a linguistics course which cessfully completed ENGL 101 and
covers the major languages families Prerequisite: ENGL 101 is designed for those who expect to
of the world and representative Transfers to: UC, CSU transfer to four-year colleges or uni-
languages from those families. It This is a course of expression for stu- versities. Students will read and write
presents the phonology, morphol- dents who are interested in various extensively, while applying critical
ogy, syntax, and pragmatics of these forms of writing. It offers students a thinking skills and research tech-
languages. It is specifically targeted at workshop setting in which to develop niques. Students will demonstrate
those who will be working with non- their writing skills in various genres, these abilities in advanced composi-
native speakers of English in order to such as fiction, poetry, and playwrit- tion as they research and write a
equip them to recognize the cross-lin- ing. Students are required to write series of argumentative essays, which
guistic influences of other languages regularly, present their own work demonstrate the ability to analyze
on English, thus preparing them to in class for discussion, and develop issues, evaluate positions, and argue
communicate more effectively with critical standards for evaluating the persuasively through clear, concise
their clients and/or students and to merit of their own work and of the prose. This Honors section is open
assess the linguistic and sociolinguis- work of their peers. to all students who have completed
tic factors which affect communica- 3 Units ENGL 101 with a grade of C or better.
tion. This course is useful for majors 54 Lecture hours Students will be expected to analyze
in foreign language, anthropology, issues in more depth and write on
communications, health science, and ENGL 201 (C-ID ENGL 105) them at greater length than they
English, and especially for those plan- Advanced Composition and Critical would in a non-honors section.
ning to enter elementary and second- Thinking 3.5 Units
ary teaching in California, with its 54 Lecture hours
diversity of languages and cultures. Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of 27 Lab hours
3 Units “C” or better
54 Lecture hours Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate ENGL 299
assessment Directed Study: English
ENGL 127 Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
Language Structure and Language Use: (*Students will receive credit from UC Transfers to: UC, CSU
Introduction to Linguistics for only one of the following courses: Independent Study/Directed Study
ENGL 201 or ENGL 201H) is intended for students who have
Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This advanced composition course the ability to assume responsibil-
appropriate assessment is open to all students who have ity for independent work and to
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate successfully completed ENGL 101 prepare written or oral reports and/
assessment and is designed for those who expect
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or appropriate projects. To enroll in ENGLISH AS A This course is designed to help
an independent study/directed study NEW LANGUAGE limited English-speaking students
course, students must possess a 2.5 communicate better in English. The
overall grade point average, a 3.0 Division of Communications course focuses on the development
grade point average in the discipline & Languages of written skills. Topics specifically
of study being requested, or receive emphasized are idiomatic expres-
an exception from the instructor. ENLA 011 sions, vocabulary, reading and
Independent Studies/Directed Studies Basic Vocabulary writing. These are taught at an entry
may be developed from any topic level. This course is offered on a pass/
arising from or related to a course of Advisory: ENLA 014 or appropriate no pass basis and is not applicable to
study that will result in developing assessment the degree.
depth and breadth in that subject This course is designed to help 3.5 Units
area. Students will be expected to non-native speakers of English learn 54 Lecture hours
meet on a regular basis with their fac- meanings, forms, uses, and pronun- 27 Lab hours
ulty sponsor and submit a final report ciations of 200-250 English words
or project, and student progress shall not presently in their vocabulary. ENLA 022
be evaluated at regular intervals. Special emphasis is given to examin- Intermediate Speaking and Listening
Academic standards for Independent ing words in context, parts of speech,
Studies/Directed Studies shall be the and inflections. This course is offered Advisory: ENLA 012 or appropriate
same as those for other courses. Units on a pass/no pass basis and is not assessment
are awarded in accordance to Title applicable to the degree. Students are This course is for ENLA students
V regulations with one unit of credit expected to complete an additional 8 who wish to improve their English
awarded for 54 hours of Directed hours TBA (To Be Arranged) in the speaking and listening skills at an
Studies, six (6) hours of which must Language Lab. intermediate level. Areas of empha-
be with an instructor. The instructor 3 Units sis include pronunciation, listening,
is responsible for monitoring student 54 Lecture hours oral communication, note taking and
progress through the semester. 8 Lab hours organizational skills. This course is
Students may take directed study offered on a pass/no pass basis and is
courses for a maximum of three (3) ENLA 012 not applicable to the degree. Students
units within a discipline, and may not Beginning Speaking and Listening are expected to complete an addi-
accumulate more than a total of nine tional 8 hours TBA (To be Arranged)
(9) units college wide. This course is for English language in the Language Lab. Students
1 to 3 Units learners who wish to improve their initially enrolled in the course will be
54 to 162 Lab hours conversational skills in English. Areas assessed and only those passing the
of emphasis include dictation, Eng- assessment will be allowed to remain.
ENGL 325 lish phrasing patterns, various speak- 3 Units
Technical and Professional Writing ing situations, listening practice, and 54 Lecture hours
self-correction. This course is offered 8 Lab hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 201 or ENGL 201H on a pass/no pass basis and is not
with a grade of “C” or better applicable to the degree. Students are ENLA 023
This upper division General Educa- expected to complete an additional 8 Intermediate Grammar
tion course is designed for students hours TBA (To Be Arranged) in the
pursuing a Bachelors of Science Language Lab. Advisory: ENLA 013 or appropriate
degree in Automotive Technology 3 Units assessment; ENLA 024 or appropriate
and is open to all students who have 54 Lecture hours assessment
successfully completed ENGL 201 or 8 Lab hours This course presents a multi skills
ENGL 201H. Students will develop approach to English grammar
expository writing skills on technical ENLA 013 and sentence structure for second
subjects relevant to automotive and Basic Grammar language students. Through read-
transportation-related industries, ing, writing, listening, and related
business, science, government, and Advisory: NESL 018 or appropriate activities such as diction, close
other similar fields. Written assign- assessment exercises, and sentence analysis,
ments will comprise short forms This is an introductory grammar students practice the elements of cor-
including technical description, course for non-native speakers of rect English while focusing on verbs
proposals, manuals, and journal English. Through reading, writing, and verb forms. This course is offered
articles, as well as longer formal listening, and speaking activities, on a pass/no pass basis and is not
papers, feasibility studies, and techni- students learn basic English grammar applicable to the degree. Students are
cal reports. This course will help while focusing on verb structures. expected to complete and additional
students develop principles of clear This course is offered on a pass/no 8 hours TBA (To Be Arranged) in
writing appropriate to Automotive pass basis and is not applicable to the the Language Lab. Students initially
Industry standards. degree. Students are expected to com- enrolled in the course will be assessed
3 Units plete an additional 8 hours TBA (To and only those passing the assess-
54 Lecture hours Be Arranged) in the Language Lab. ment will be allowed to remain.
3 Units 3 Units
54 Lecture hours 54 Lecture hours
8 Lab hours 8 Lab hours
ENLA 014 ENLA 024
Beginning Composition Intermediate Composition
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement Prerequisite: ENLA 014 or appropriate
through the Rio Hondo Assessment assessment
Process This is an intermediate composi-
tion class for non-native speakers of
English focusing on the fundamen-
tals of academic writing in English.
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Basic sentence structures, paragraph of grammatical and mechanical accu- are contemplating a career in the
development, composition forms, racy in their writing. alternative energy industry.
English grammar and word usage are 3.5 Units 3 Units
studied in various rhetorical modes. 54 Lecture hours 45 Lecture hours
This course is offered on a pass/no 27 Lab hours 27 Lab hours
pass basis and is not applicable to the
degree. ENVIRONMENTAL ET 121
3.5 Units TECHNOLOGY Photovoltaic Systems Design and
54 Lecture hours Installation (Same as AET 121)
27 Lab hours Division of Mathematics
& Sciences Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
ENLA 032 appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Advanced Speaking and Listening: ET 110 appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or
Pronunciation and Accent Reduction Hazardous Waste Generation/Reduc- MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
tion/Treatment ate assessment
Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate Transfers to: CSU
assessment; ENLA 022 or appropriate Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This in an introductory course that
assessment appropriate assessment; READ 023 or will examine and implement the
ENLA 032 is a speaking, listening appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or design and installation of solar pho-
and pronunciation course intended MATH 050D or MATH 053 or tovoltaic power systems, which will
for students who need further appropriate assessment include the installation of a working
practice in spoken English and/or Transfers to: CSU solar photovoltaic power system.
have difficulty understanding native This course is designed to educate Students will learn how to perform
speakers of English in academic individuals working in or seeking solar site evaluations, electrical load
and other situations. Its purpose is employment in the hazardous waste calculations, solar system size calcu-
improved the pronunciation, articu- management field with an overview lations, and installation techniques
lation, speed and comprehension of industrial processes and their gen- for grid-tie and off-the-grid photovol-
of non-native speakers of English. eration of waste streams. The selected taic systems. This course is designed
The course focuses on sounds in industries include: electroplating, to prepare the student for the North
isolation, the blending of sounds in metal finishing and printed circuit American Board of Certified Energy
phrasal elements and the production board production; oil refining and Practitioners (NABCEP) Entry Level
of sentences incorporating correct chemical production; steel produc- Exam. This course is intended for stu-
intonation, accent, speed and rhythm. tion; general manufacturing; printing dents that are contemplating a career
This course is offered on a pass/no and graphic reproduction; agricul- in the solar photovoltaic energy
pass basis and is not applicable to the ture; and consumer services. industry.
degree. 3 Units 3 Units
3 Units 54 Lecture hours 45 Lecture hours
54 Lecture hours 27 Lab hours
8 Lab hours ET 120
Introduction to Alternative Energy ET 122
ENLA 034 Technology (Same as AET 120) Advanced Photovoltaic Systems Design
Intermediate-Advanced Composition and Installation (Same as AET 122)
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Prerequisite: ENLA 024 or appropriate appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Prerequisite: AET/ET 121
assessment appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
A continuation of ENLA 024, this MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
course is for ENLA students and ate assessment appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or
emphasizes longer writings with Transfers to: CSU MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri-
more complicated sentence pat- This course is an introductory course ate assessment
terns leading up to a basic essay. that will examine the theory behind Transfers to: CSU
Students focus on both thematic and present day energy systems which This is the second course in the
rhetorical modes of composition will include an in-depth analysis photovoltaic series that will further
while they practice topic sentences, of the design and installation of examine and implement the design
thesis statements, subordination, and alternate energy systems. Topics will and installation of solar photovoltaic
transitional expressions. This course include: solar electrical systems, wind power systems. Students will learn
is offered on a pass/no pass basis and electrical systems, solar water heating how to interpret the National Electri-
is not applicable to the degree. systems, wind mechanical systems, cal Code (NEC) specifics concerning
3.5 Units small hydro-electrical systems, and photovoltaic installations. The topics
54 Lecture hours conservation methods used to save include code compliant wiring of
27 Lab hours energy. Also presented are topics modules, inverters, charge control-
on geothermal energy, fuel cells, lers, batteries, grounding techniques
ENLA 100 biomass systems, and applications and related topics. Additional topics
Advanced Composition of alternate energy in transportation, include the design and installation
industrial, commercial, and residen- of large commercial photovoltaic
Prerequisite: ENLA 034 or appropriate tial systems. Students will collect systems. This course is intended
assessment solar data using an irradiance meter for students that are interested in
Transfers to: UC, CSU and determine power consumption a career in the solar photovoltaic
ENLA 100 is the highest-level course of a typical residence to develop an energy industry.
of the ENLA writing sequence and an alternative energy solution. This 3 Units
ENLA student’s gateway in to ENGL course is intended for students that 45 Lecture hours
101. As a result of taking this course, 27 Lab hours
students will be able to utilize various
stages of the writing process, MLA
conventions of academic writing in
several rhetorical modes (including a
research paper), and advanced levels
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ET 123 MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- be examined. Innovative remediation
Wind Energy Systems Design and ate assessment; BIOL 120; BIOL 120L; technologies and trends in remedia-
Installation (Same as AET 123) CHEM 110 tion systems will be studied. A case
Transfers to: CSU study, which will highlight the reme-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This course is designed to educate diation processes that are being used
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or individuals working in or seeking at a selected remediation site, will be
appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or employment in areas that include examined.
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- health and safety responsibilities. 3 Units
ate assessment It provides an overview of how to 54 Lecture hours
Transfers to: CSU identify and evaluate the hazards
This is an introductory course that of chemical, physical and biological ET 170
will examine and implement the agents that can be encountered in Groundwater Hydrology and Sampling
design and installation of wind industrial operations, waste disposal
power systems which will include and remediation sites. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
the installation of a working wind 3 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
generation power system. Students 54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or
will learn how to perform wind site MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri-
evaluations, electrical load calcula- ET 150 ate assessment
tions, wind system size calculations, Hazardous Waste Management Transfers to: CSU
hydraulics fundamentals, basic aero- Applications This course is designed to train indi-
dynamics, and installation techniques viduals, who are working in or who
for wind power generation systems. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or seek employment in the environ-
Students will learn how to design and appropriate assessment; READ 023 or mental field, with an overview of the
install wind power generation system appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or basic physical and chemical nature
and obtain skills for employment. MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- of groundwater aquifer systems,
This course is intended for students ate assessment an overview of the techniques of
that are contemplating a career in Transfers to: CSU sampling protocols for obtaining
the wind turbine power generation This course is designed to provide groundwater samples based on US
industry. individuals, who are working in or EPA approved sampling protocols,
3 Units seeking employment in the envi- and an introduction to groundwater
45 Lecture hours ronmental field with an overview of pollution, remediation, and protec-
27 Lab hours hazardous waste management and tion. Emphasis is placed on develop-
regulations. The course explains the ing practical working knowledge of
ET 124 hazardous waste regulatory frame- groundwater resources, groundwater
Advanced Wind Energy Systems Design work and develops research skills in protection, and groundwater reme-
and Installation (Same as AET 124) the hazardous waste area. Emphasis diation.
is placed on the following topics: 3 Units
Prerequisite: AET/ET 123 universal waste, generator compli- 54 Lecture hours
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or ance, site investigation and reme-
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or diation, permitting, enforcement, ET 181
appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or liability, and storm water discharge. Home Energy Management and Audit-
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- The course also provides “hands-on” ing (Same as AET 181)
ate assessment applications of the regulations. These
Transfers to: CSU applications include: preparing a Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
This is the second course in the wind hazardous waste manifest, labeling appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
energy series that will further exam- and storing containers, sampling and appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
ine and implement the design and analysis, and preparing a Phase I MATH 020C appropriate assessment
installation of wind power systems. environmental audit. Transfers to: CSU
Students will learn how to interpret 4 Units This course is designed to provide
the National Electrical Code (NEC) 54 Lecture hours individuals, who are working in or
specifics concerning wind power 54 Lab hours seeking employment in the green
installations. The topics include energy field, with an overview of
code compliant wiring of modules, ET 160 home energy management and
inverters, charge controllers, ground- Hazardous Waste Site Remediation auditing. Specifically, this course will
ing techniques and related topics. Systems assist students in their preparation of
Additional topics include wind site a comprehensive home energy audit
evaluations, electrical load calcula- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or and energy management program.
tions, wind system size calculations, appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Emphasis is placed on the follow-
hydraulic fundamentals, basic aero- appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or ing topics: Appliances, Insulation,
dynamics, and installation techniques MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- Designing/Remodeling, Electric-
for large wind power generation ate assessment ity, Landscaping, Lighting, Space
systems. This course is intended for Transfers to: CSU Heating and Cooling, Water Heat-
students that are contemplating a This course provides an overview ing, Doors/Windows/Skylights, and
career in the wind turbine power of remediation systems that are Home Energy Audits.
generation industry. employed in cleaning up hazard- 3 Units
3 Units ous waste sites. The remediation 54 Lecture hours
45 Lecture hours systems that will be studied include:
27 Lab hours groundwater remediation systems, ET 182
soil vapor extraction, chemical extrac- Industrial Energy Management and
ET 130 tion/soil washing, solidification/ Auditing (Same as AET 182)
Health Effects of Environmental Haz- stabilization, bioremediation, thermal
ardous Materials processes, and chemical destruction. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Specific details on the compounds appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or removed, the fundamentals and spe- appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or cific applications of each method will MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or Transfers to: CSU
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This course is designed to provide and SCBA. This course satisfies the ET 251
individuals, who are working in or requirements for 40 hour HAZ- Fundamentals of Safety and Health II
seeking employment in the green WOPER TRAINING under OSHA
energy field, with an overview of the (1910.120) and confined space entry Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
industrial energy management and training under OSHA (1910.146). appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
auditing. Specifically, this course will 4 Units appropriate assessment; ET 230
assist students in their preparation 54 Lecture hours Transfers to: CSU
of a comprehensive energy audit 54 Lab hours This course is designed to introduce
and energy management program. the student to the supervisory and
Emphasis is placed on the follow- ET 240 management functions of Occupa-
ing topics: Types of Energy Audits, Solid Waste Management Applications tional Safety and Health and Risk
Energy Management and Cost, Management. Topics include a review
Benchmarking, Energy Performance, Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or of Federal, State and Local Agency
Energy Use Requirements, Maximiz- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Legislation, Labor and Occupational
ing System Efficiencies, Optimizing appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or Safety and Health regulations and
Energy Input Requirements, Fuel MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- Workers Compensation insurance.
and Energy Substitution and Energy ate assessment The course content will focus on
Audit Instruments. Transfers to: CSU the Elements of Safety and Health
3 Units This course is designed to provide Program Development, Behavior
54 Lecture hours individuals, who are working in or Based Safety, Workplace Violence,
seek employment in the solid waste Terrorism Preparedness, Hazardous
ET 200 management field, with an overview Materials and Waste Management,
Hazardous Materials Management of the solid waste industry and its Application of occupational safety
Applications components. Emphasis is placed and health design/compliance, regu-
on the various aspects of integrated lations and development of the Safety
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or waste management including: waste and health and Loss Prevention
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or prevention, recycling, composting, Program (Policy through QA/QC).
appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or incineration, landfilling, environmen- This course is for individuals that are
MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- tal sampling and monitoring, facility pursuing a degree in Environmental
ate assessment siting and permitting, and compli- Technology, a Safety & Health Cer-
Transfers to: CSU ance with environmental, health and tificate and the working professional
This course is designed to provide safety regulations. or business owner responsible for
individuals, who are working in or 4 Units worker safety or Risk Management.
who seek employment in the hazard- 54 Lecture hours 3 Units
ous materials management field, with 54 Lab hours 54 Lecture hours
a general overview of the require-
ments and applications of federal, ET 250 ET 260
state, and local laws and regulations Fundamentals of Safety and Health I Environmental Sampling and Analysis
relating to hazardous materials. The
course will emphasize compliance Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
with Department of Transportation, appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
OSHA Hazard Communications, appropriate assessment, ET 230, or work- appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or
SARA Title III Community Right-to- ing in General Industry, Construction, MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri-
Know, Underground Tank, Asbes- or in the Safety and Health Field ate assessment; BIOL 120; BIOL 120L;
tos, Proposition 65, and Air Toxics Transfers to: CSU CHEM 110
Regulations. This course is designed to introduce Transfers to: CSU
4 Units the student to the field of Occupa- This course provides an overview of
54 Lecture hours tional Safety and Health and Program the techniques of sampling protocols
54 Lab hours Development. for obtaining soil, air, surface water,
Topics include instruction on Federal, and groundwater samples based on
ET 230 State and Local Agency legislation the U.S. EPA approved sampling
Safety and Emergency Response and the application of Labor and protocols. In the lecture, emphasis is
Occupational Safety and Health placed on the aspects of the procure-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or regulations. The course content also ment of the samples through the
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or includes familiarization with Work- EPA approved standard operating
appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or ers Compensation/General Liability procedures and practices. In the
MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- Insurance, Accident Investigation laboratory, the student will gain
ate assessment Techniques, Industrial Hygiene, practical knowledge and skills for the
Transfers to: CSU Ergonomics, Fire Prevention, Site and appropriate collection and handling
This course is designed to provide Facility Auditing, Systems Safety and of environmental samples.
individuals, who are working in Program Development. This course 4 Units
or who seek employment in the is for individuals that are pursuing 54 Lecture hours
environmental technology field, with a degree in Environmental Technol- 54 Lab hours
hands-on instruction in safety and ogy, Safety & Health or for working
emergency response to chemical and supervisors, professionals or busi- ET 270
physical exposures at hazardous ness owners that are responsible for Wastewater Treatment Plant
waste sites. Topics include: hazard worker safety or placement of work- Operations I
identification, emergency response ers compensation/general liability
planning, proper use and selection insurance. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
of PPE, site control and evaluation, 3 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
handling drums and containers, 54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
field sampling and air monitoring, MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
proper use of instruments, confined Transfers to: CSU
spaces, emergency response includ- This is the initial course of a series of
ing field exercises in the use of APR water treatment courses designed to
train individuals, who are working
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in or who seek employment in the ing wastewater treatment plants and This course is designed to provide
waste water treatment field, in the emphasizes the use of safe practices individuals, who are working in or
practical aspects of operating and and procedures. Topics presented seeking employment in the water
maintaining wastewater treatment include: detailed descriptions of the management field, with the practical
plants, emphasizing the use of safe equipment and advanced treatment aspects of operating and maintain-
practices and procedures. Informa- processes used for odor control, pure ing industrial waste water treatment
tion presented includes the role and oxygen activated sludge treatment, plants. Emphasis is placed on the
responsibilities of a treatment plant solids removal from secondary following topics: role of the industrial
operator, an explanation of why effluents, residual solids manage- waste water treatment operator, types
wastes must be treated, and detailed ment, enhanced biological control of industrial waste streams, industrial
descriptions of the equipment and including nitrogen and phosphorus waste water regulations, sources of
processes used in a wastewater treat- removal, and wastewater reclama- wastes and methods for preventing
ment plant. Students will learn to tion. Students will learn to operate and minimizing wastes at the source,
operate and maintain racks, screens, and maintain treatment plant instru- and industrial waste monitoring. The
comminutors, sedimentation tanks, mentation equipment and systems. plant operations and maintenance
trickling filters, rotating biological Additionally, students will also learn topics that will be highlighted include
contactors, package activated sludge to analyze and solve operational the following: operating and main-
plants, oxidation ditches, ponds, problems and to perform mathemati- taining flow measure equipment,
and chlorination facilities. Students cal calculations relating to wastewa- preliminary treatment processes,
will also learn to analyze and solve ter treatment process control. This physical-chemical treatment pro-
operational problems and to perform course focuses on actual operating cesses, pressure and gravity filters,
mathematical calculations relating to procedures and teaches students physical treatment processes, treat-
wastewater treatment process control. to analyze and solve operational ment of metal waste streams, and
3 Units problems. safety procedures.
54 Lecture hours 3 Units 3 Units
54 Lecture hours 54 Lecture hours
ET 271
Wastewater Treatment Plant ET 273 ET 275
Operations II Stormwater Management, Treatment Water Treatment
and Controls
Prerequisite: ET 270 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
MATH 020C or appropriate assessment MATH 020C or appropriate assessment Transfers to: CSU
Transfers to: CSU Transfers to: CSU This course is designed to provide
This is the second course of a series This course is designed to provide individuals, who are working in or
of water treatment courses designed individuals, who are working in or seeking employment in the water
to train individuals, who are working are seeking employment in the indus- management field, with the practical
in or who seek employment in the trial stormwater management field, aspects of operating and maintaining
waste water treatment field, with the with the skills necessary to manage water treatment plants. Topics will
practical aspects of operating and stormwater activities at industrial include: responsibilities of the water
maintaining wastewater treatment sites. Such management activities treatment plant operator, sources
plants, emphasizing the use of safe would include the ability to: write of water, reservoir management
practices and procedures. Informa- stormwater plans, implement struc- and intake structures, coagulation
tion presented includes: conventional tural and non-structural best manage- and flocculation, sedimentation and
activated sludge processes, sludge ment practices, evaluate and design filtration, disinfection and corrosion
digestion and solids handling, efflu- stormwater treatment systems, con- control, and taste and odor control.
ent disposal, plant safety and good duct laboratory testing, understand Day to day operating procedures will
housekeeping, plant and equipment how to collect stormwater samples, be highlighted in this course and will
maintenance, analysis and presenta- evaluate low impact develop- consists of the following topics: daily
tion of data, and records and report ment methods, and understand the operating procedures, regulation of
writing. Students will also learn to regulatory and political framework flows, chemical use and handling,
analyze and solve operational prob- of stormwater management. Empha- records and reports, plant mainte-
lems and to perform mathematical sis will be placed on the following nance, safety and security, emergency
calculations relating to wastewater topics: stormwater chemistry, water procedures, handling complaints, and
treatment process control. treatment, student designed indus- energy conservation.
3 Units trial treatment systems, auditing 3 Units
54 Lecture hours for compliance, monitoring of the 54 Lecture hours
industrial effluent, interpretation of
ET 272 laboratory results, and how to apply ET 276
Advanced Wastewater Treatment the data to achieve real reductions in Water Distribution
effluent contaminated by industrial
Prerequisite: ET 271 pollutants. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 3 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
MATH 020C or appropriate assessment ET 274 Transfers to: CSU
Transfers to: CSU Industrial Waste Water Treatment This course is designed to provide
This is the third course in a series of individuals, who are working in or
water treatment courses designed to Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or seeking employment in the water
train individuals who are working in appropriate assessment; READ 023 or management system, with the practi-
or who seek employment in the waste appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or cal aspects of operating and main-
water treatment field in the practical MATH 020C or appropriate assessment taining water distribution systems.
aspects of operating and maintain- Transfers to: CSU Topics include: role and duties of
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water distribution system operators, have completed or enrolled in the technologies used in the Fabrication
procedures for operating and main- appropriate coursework. “Contact the industry. This course will develop
taining clear wells and storage tanks, CWE office regarding re-enrollment skills necessary for translating
characteristics of distribution system procedures”. dimensional information from a
facilities, operating and maintaining Student Unpaid Internship: shop drawing or blueprint to metal-
distribution systems, maintaining 1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours; lic materials used for production of
water quality, disinfecting water 3 Units/180 hours;4 Units/240 hours finished parts and assemblies. Topics
systems, and techniques for recog- Student Paid Internship: covered in this class will include basic
nizing hazards and developing safe 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours; blueprint reading, measurement and
procedures and programs. Opera- 3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours. measuring tools, layout, metal cut-
tors also learn to analyze and solve 1 to 4 Units ting, drilling and tapping, and metal
problems associated with operating a 3 Lecture hours forming. Emphasis will be placed on
distribution system. 60 to 300 hours shop safety and safe and proper use
3 Units of equipment, tools and materials.
54 Lecture hours ET 299 2 Units
Directed Study: Environmental 18 Lecture hours
ET 280 Technology 54 Lab hours
Green Building Design Principles
(Same as AET 280) Transfers to: UC, CSU FABR 045
Independent Study/Directed Study Intermediate Fabrication Processes
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or is intended for students who have
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or the ability to assume responsibil- Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or ity for independent work and to assessment; MATH 020 or MATH 020C
MATH 020C or appropriate assessment prepare written or oral reports and/ or appropriate assessment; FABR 040
Transfers to: CSU or appropriate projects. To enroll in This is a beginning level course
This course is designed to provide an independent study/directed study designed to broaden the students’
individuals, who are working in or course, students must possess a 2.5 skills and knowledge of metal fab-
seeking employment in the green overall grade point average, a 3.0 rication techniques. This course will
building field, with an overview of grade point average in the discipline introduce students to basic hand tools
the green building industry and its of study being requested, or receive and power tools commonly used in
components. Specifically, this course an exception from the instructor. the metal fabrication industry. Topics
will assist students in their prepara- Independent Studies/Directed Studies covered in this class will include
tion for the Leadership in Energy and may be developed from any topic structural fabrication, tube bend-
Environmental Design Accredited arising from or related to a course of ing, stair layout and construction,
Professional (LEED AP) Examina- study that will result in developing and fabrication of components from
tion, which is the most recognized depth and breadth in that subject sheet metal. Emphasis will be placed
professional accreditation for green area. Students will be expected to on shop safety and on developing
building in the nation. Emphasis is meet on a regular basis with their fac- proper working procedures.
placed on the six categories of design ulty sponsor and submit a final report 2 Units
that green buildings must address or project, and student progress shall 18 Lecture hours
for LEED Certification: Sustainable be evaluated at regular intervals. 54 Lab hours
Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy & Academic standards for Independent
Atmosphere, Materials & Resources, Studies/Directed Studies shall be the FINANCE
Indoor Environmental Quality, and same as those for other courses. Units
Innovation & Design Process. Each of are awarded in accordance to Title Division of Business
these categories will be studied, with V regulations with one unit of credit
a focus on the significance of each awarded for 54 hours of Directed FIN 101
particular credit. Studies, six (6) hours of which must Introduction to Financial Planning
3 Units be with an instructor. The instructor
54 Lecture hours is responsible for monitoring student Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
progress through the semester. assessment; MATH 030 or MATH 030D
ET 290 Students may take directed study or MATH 033 or appropriate assessment
Cooperative Work Experience/Intern- courses for a maximum of three (3) Transfers to: CSU
ship for Environmental Technology units within a discipline, and may not This course provides an overview
Related Fields accumulate more than a total of nine of the fundamentals of financial
(9) units college wide. planning. Course topics include the
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 1 to 3 Units financial planning process, managing
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 54 to 162 Lab hours assets, managing credit, managing
appropriate assessment investments in stocks, bonds, mutual
Transfers to: CSU FABRICATION funds, insurance, and real estate,
This course supports and reinforces and retirement and estate planning.
on-the-job training in business and Division of Career & This course is designed for those
industrial establishments under Technical Education interested in learning about personal
supervision of a college instruc- financial planning and/or entering
tor and is facilitated by the use of FABR 040 the field of financial planning.
learning objectives. The student will Introduction to Fabrication Processes 3 Units
be working in a skilled or profes- 54 Lecture hours
sional level assignment in their area Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
of vocational interest and will meet assessment; MATH 020 or MATH 020C
performance objectives related to or appropriate assessment; TCED 090
instruction that are above and beyond This is a beginning level course
the conditions of regular employ- designed to introduce students to
ment. This course is intended for stu- various techniques, processes and
dents whose job is related to the field
of environmental technology and
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FIRE ACADEMY 126 Lecture hours FAC 4310
616 Lab hours Management Orientation
Division of Public Safety
FAC 120 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
FAC 043 Firefighter I appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Advanced Fire Course Basic Fire Academy with EMT appropriate assessment
This course is designed for fire
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 department personnel and other
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or interested students who seek infor-
appropriate assessment appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or mation related to fire service manage-
This is a variable format (2-40 Hours MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropriate ment. The organizational structure of
of Lecture; 2-40 Hours of Lab) course assessment; FTEC 101; FTEC 102; FTEC a fire department, fire officer respon-
designed to keep Fire Service person- 103; FTEC 104; FTEC 105; FTEC 106 sibilities and establishing command
nel informed of new laws and fire Advisory: BIOL 125 at the scene of an emergency will be
codes, current prevention procedures, Transfers to: CSU discussed.
recent developments in hazardous This course is designed for recently 0.074 to 1.482 Units
materials, stress on the firefighter, employed firefighters and other 2 to 40 Lecture hours
technology, community relations, interested students. Topics covered 2 to 40 Lab hours
physical fitness & wellness and other include organization of the public
refresher training as may be neces- and private fire service, characteris- FAC 4315
sary. tics and behavior of fire, fire hazards Arson Scene Investigation
0.074 to 1.482 Units and firefighter safety, extinguishing
2 to 40 Lecture hours agents and related extinguishing Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
2 to 40 Lab hours equipment, fire protection systems appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
and water supply, incident command appropriate assessment
FAC 118 system, confine space awareness, This course is for fire department per-
Firefighter I, Basic Fire Academy building construction and assemblies, sonnel and other interested students
basic firefighting tactics and strategy, as it provides an introduction to the
Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 fire prevention, hazardous materials, practices and procedures of fire scene
or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or emergency care, wild land firefight- investigation. The scientific method
appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or ing, Rapid Intervention, Rescue of scene investigation, providing a
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- Systems and physical fitness. This systematic framework for investiga-
ate assessment; FTEC 101; FTEC 102; course meets the State Board of Fire tions, is stressed. Determining the
FTEC 103; FTEC 104; FTEC 105; FTEC Services requirements for designation point of origin, establishing the cause
106; EMT 093 as a “California Fire fighter I Accred- and recognition, and preservation of
Advisory: BIOL 125 ited Academy” (ARA or Accredited evidence will be included. Current
Transfers to: CSU Regional Academy by the California legally acceptable methods in compli-
This course is designed for recently State Fire Marshal). Students who ance with the standards of NFPA 921
employed firefighters and other complete this course also receive Cali- “Guide to Fire Explosion Investiga-
interested students. Topics covered fornia certification as an Emergency tions” are stressed throughout the
include organization of the public Medical Technician, in Vehicle Extri- course.
and private fire service, characteris- cation, Fire Control I & II, Hazardous 0.074 to 1.482 Units
tics and behavior of fire, fire hazards Materials First Responder Opera- 2 to 40 Lecture hours
and firefighter safety, extinguishing tional, Confine Space Awareness, 2 to 40 Lab hours
agents and related extinguishing Rescue Systems I, S-110, S-130, S-190,
equipment, fire protection systems Trench Rescue, Rapid Intervention FAC 4326
and water supply, incident command Crew Tactics, Firefighter Safety and Paramedic Support Operations
system, confine space awareness, Survival and ICS –200. This course
building construction and assemblies, requires completion of a medical Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
basic firefighting tactics and strategy, physical examination and includes appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
fire prevention, hazardous materials, arduous physical activity. appropriate assessment
emergency care, wild land firefight- 22 Units This course is designed for fire
ing, Rapid Intervention, Rescue 136 Lecture hours department personnel and other
Systems and physical fitness. This 783 Lab hours interested students who may assist
course meets the State Board of Fire paramedic units at the scene of
Services requirements for designation FAC 4305 emergencies. Patient preparation,
as a “California Fire fighter I Accred- Hazardous Material Identification stabilization and paramedic coordi-
ited Academy” (ARA or Accredited nation will be reviewed. Common
Regional Academy by the California Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or terminology will be included. This
State Fire Marshal). Students who appropriate assessment; READ 023 or course meets the Los Angeles County
complete this course also receive Cali- appropriate assessment Emergency Medical Technician
fornia certification in Vehicle Extrica- This course is for fire department per- requirements for recertification as an
tion, Fire Control I & II, Hazardous sonnel and other interested students Emergency Medical Technician in the
Materials First Responder Opera- that want to learn about the current State of California.
tional, Confine Space Awareness, laws and regulations pertaining to 0.074 to 1.482 Units
Rescue Systems I, S-110, S-130, S-190, the labeling of hazardous materials 2 to 40 Lecture hours
Rapid Intervention Crew Tactics and the UN Hazardous Classifica- 2 to 40 Lab hours
and ICS –200. This course requires tions. The National Fire Protection
completion of a medical physical Association (NFPA) guidelines and FAC 4327
examination and includes arduous the Department of Transportation Fire Fighting Operations, Structures
physical activity. (DOT) rules and regulations will be
18 Units presented in this class. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
0.074 to 1.482 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
2 to 40 Lecture hours appropriate assessment
2 to 40 Lab hours This course is designed for fire
department personnel and other
emergency responders who seek
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additional coursework in fighting This course meets the standards of psychology of learning and instructor
structure fires. A review of basic the State of California and NFPA evaluation. Student teaching demon-
firefighting tactics and strategy 1002, for driver certification. strations are required of all.
for occupancies such as dwellings, 0.167 to 0.75 Units 2 Units
commercial occupancies, industrial 8 to 40 Lecture hours 40 Lecture hours
occupancies, and special occupan-
cies will be included. Emphasis will FAC 4331 FAC 4345
be placed on safety to personnel and Pumping Techniques and Certification Fire Instructor 1B
crew cohesiveness.
0.074 to 1.482 Units Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Prerequisite: FAC 4344
2 to 40 Lecture hours appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
2 to 40 Lab hours appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- appropriate assessment
FAC 4328 ate assessment State Board of Fire Services accred-
Fire Fighting Operations, Mobile Units This course is designed to train stu- ited courses in fire service instruc-
dents to operate fire apparatus under tional techniques, including methods
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or emergency and non-emergency of instruction, use of audio/visual
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or conditions. It integrates the physical equipment, employment of instruc-
appropriate assessment properties of modern fire apparatus tional aids, test construction, teaching
This course is designed for fire suppression systems, pump theory demonstrations and reducing failure
department personnel and other and operation, hydraulic calcula- rates. This course applies to Califor-
emergency responders who seek tions, water supply considerations, nia Fire Service Training and Educa-
additional coursework in fighting relay pumping principles, water tional System certifications.
fires where mobile units are burning. shuttle operations, foam systems 0.167 to 0.75 Units
A review of basic firefighting tactics operation and apparatus maintenance 8 to 40 Lecture hours
and strategy specifically for cars, and testing. This course will include
trucks, buses, ships, planes and trains classroom discussion, pumping dem- FAC 4346
will be discussed. This course will onstrations, and pumping practice. Fire Prevention 1A
also present information related to This course meets the standards of
terrorist acts while utilizing mobile the State of California and NFPA Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
equipment. Emphasis will be placed 1002, for operator certification. appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
on safety to personnel. 0.167 to 0.75 Units appropriate assessment
0.074 to 1.482 Units 8 to 40 Lecture hours This course is the first of a two-
2 to 40 Lecture hours course series designed to prepare Fire
2 to 40 Lab hours FAC 4335 Service or other interested students
Special Equipment Familiarization to become a California Certified Fire
FAC 4329 Prevention Officer. This is one of the
Fire Fighting Operations, Hazardous Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or State Board of Fire Services accred-
Materials appropriate assessment; READ 023 or ited courses and applies to California
appropriate assessment Fire Service Training and Educational
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This course is intended for fire System certifications. Topics covered
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or department personnel and other provide broad, technical overview
appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or interested students who want to of fire prevention codes, ordinances,
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- learn more about specialized equip- inspection practices and key hazards
ate assessment ment used in today’s fire service. including responsibilities and author-
This course is designed for fire Such equipment as the jaws of life, ity, occupancy classification & types
department personnel and other compressor units, lighting units, of construction, Egress requirements,
interested students who seek infor- life-saving equipment and command fire resistive assemblies, general fire
mation related to response to fires equipment will be included. safety provisions, principles and
where hazardous materials are pres- 0.074 to 1.482 Units procedures for fire inspections.
ent. A basic review of hazard clas- 2 to 40 Lecture hours 2 Units
sifications, response concerns when 2 to 40 Lab hours 40 Lecture hours
hazardous materials are present,
and responder safety is discussed. FAC 4344 FAC 4347
This course will also present basic Fire Instructor 1A Fire Prevention 1B
response issues related to terrorist
acts involving hazardous materials. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Prerequisite: FAC 4346
0.074 to 1.482 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
2 to 40 Lecture hours appropriate assessment appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
2 to 40 Lab hours This course is the first of a two- appropriate assessment
course series designed to prepare Fire This course is a second in the series
FAC 4330 Service or other interested students of courses required for Fire Officer
Driving Techniques and Certification to become a California Certified Fire Certification as it relates to Fire
Instructor. This is one of the State Prevention. It is also designed for Fire
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Board of Fire Services accredited Service personnel or other interested
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or courses and applies to California Fire students to become a California
appropriate assessment Service Training and Educational Certified Fire Prevention Officer.
This course is designed to train System certifications. Topics cov- This course focuses on the special
students to drive heavy equipment ered include Occupational Analysis, hazards associated with flammable
including fire engines and fire trucks course outline, concepts of learn- and combustible liquids and gases.
under emergency and non-emer- ing, levels of instruction, behavioral Some topics of discussion include
gency conditions. This course will objectives, lesson plan development, bulk storage and handling, transpor-
include classroom discussion, driving tation of flammable gases and liquids
demonstrations, and driving practice. and more.
2 Units
40 Lecture hours
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FAC 4348 FAC 4351 FAC 4362
Fire Investigation I Fire Management I Incident Command System (ICS)200
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or assessment
appropriate assessment appropriate assessment This course is designed for students
This course is designed to prepare This Fire Management course is who desire a basic introduction to the
Fire Service or other interested stu- designed to prepare Fire Service or Incident Command System (ICS) for
dents to become a California Certified other interested students to become fire ground operations. This course
Fire Investigator. This is one of the a California Certified Fire Prevention provides the foundation for students
State Board of Fire Services accred- Officer with emphasis on supervisory to actively take part as a member of
ited courses and applies to California skills. This is one of the State Board team responding to a fire incident.
Fire Service Training and Educational of Fire Services accredited courses Instruction will be provided in the
System certifications. This course and applies to California Fire Service principles and features of ICS, includ-
provides the participants with an Training and Educational System ing an organizational overview,
introduction to the basics of fire scene certifications. This course prepares incident facilities, incident resources,
investigation. The focus of the course or enhances the first line supervisor’s and common responsibilities.
is to provide information on fire ability to supervise subordinates. It 0.2 Units
scene indicators and to determine the introduces key management con- 12 Lecture hours
fire’s origin. cepts, practices utilized, and include
2 Units discussions about decision making, FIRE TECHNOLOGY
40 Lecture hours time management, leadership styles,
personnel evaluations and counseling Division of Public Safety
FAC 4349 guidelines.
Fire Command 1A 2 Units FTEC 044
40 Lecture hours Physical Fitness and Ability for the
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Firefighter
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or FAC 4353
appropriate assessment Automatic External Defibrillator Prerequisite: Student must be able to lift
This course is designed to prepare 75lbs., drag a 150 pound “drag dummy”,
Fire Service or other interested stu- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or and use a sledge hammer in completion of
dents to become a California Certified appropriate assessment; READ 023 or a physical abilities test.
Fire Officer. This is one of the State appropriate assessment Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Board of Fire Services accredited This course provides training in appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
courses and applies to California Fire the use of an automated external appropriate assessment
Service Training and Educational defibrillator. This course meets the This course is designed to give in-
System certifications. This course requirements for certification in AED service firefighters and interested
provides instruction and simulation (automated external defibrillation) students information about condi-
time pertaining to the initial decision usage through the American Heart tioning and fire department physical
and action processes at a working Association and is for the lay rescuer ability test designs and will include
fire. Topics include the fire officer, and first responder. This course is manipulative drills in order to be suc-
fire behavior, fire ground resources, designed for the individual working cessful in passing California PAT’s
operations and management. in the public health and safety field. (Physical Abilities Tests). This course
2 Units Offered on a pass/no pass basis. will provide information on the most
40 Lecture hours 0.2 Units recently developed tests in South-
6 Lab hours ern California including the CPAT
FAC 4350 (Candidate Physical Abilities Test)
Fire Command 1B FAC 4361 and the Biddle (Biddle and Associate
Fire Command 1C I-Zone Fire Fighting Validated Test). Students will learn
Prerequisite: FAC 4349 for Company Officers about firefighter wellness programs,
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or review basic nutrition and current
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or NFPA (National Fire Protection
appropriate assessment appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Association) standards pertaining to
This course is a continuation of Fire appropriate assessment firefighter health and safety. Students
Command 1A and is designed to pre- This is a State Board of Fire Services must be able to perform basic fire-
pare Fire Service or other interested accredited course in I-Zone firefight- fighter activities including climbing,
students to become a California Certi- ing and elements of the Incident using sledge hammers, dragging
fied Fire Officer. This is one of the Command System (ICS) for Company 150lb dummies and wearing a self-
State Board of Fire Services accred- Fire Officers. This addresses the three contained breathing apparatus.
ited courses and applies to California elements of wild land fire behavior 3 Units
Fire Service Training and Educational including fuel, weather and topog- 36 Lecture hours
System certifications. This course raphy and fundamental elements 54 Lab hours
provides the student with informa- of size-up as they relate to I-Zone
tion on tactics, strategies and scene firefighting. The duties and respon- FTEC 045
management for multi-casualty inci- sibilities of a Strike Team Company Firefighter Entrance Examination
dents, hazardous materials incidents Officer and procedures for struc- Techniques
and wildland fires. Each student also ture triage and protection are also
has the opportunity to increase his or addressed. This course is designed Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
her knowledge and skills by handling for firefighting personnel and other appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
initial operations at these types of interested students who seek certifi- appropriate assessment
incidents through simulation and cation as a California State Certified This course is designed to prepare
class activities. “Fire Officer”. Fire Technology or other interested
2 Units 2 Units students to take a firefighter’s
40 Lecture hours 36 Lecture hours examination. Topics covered include
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a review of firefighter duties and the of materials, extinguishing agents, FTEC 107
requirements of a firefighter, employ- and fire control techniques will be Hazardous Materials I
ment requirements in the fire service explored.
and the hiring process. Resumes, fire 3 Units Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
department written examinations, 54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
oral interviews, and other related appropriate assessment
aspects will be discussed. FTEC 104 Transfers to: CSU
3 Units Fire Prevention Technology This course provides fire technology
54 Lecture hours or other interested students with
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or information pertaining to the first
FTEC 101 appropriate assessment; READ 023 or responder role when dealing with
Fire Protection Organization appropriate assessment hazardous materials operations. Haz-
Transfers to: CSU ardous materials decontamination
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or This course is designed to provide procedures will also be discussed.
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Fire Technology or other inter- Classification of hazardous materials
appropriate assessment ested students with fundamental and National Fire Protection Associa-
Transfers to: CSU information regarding the history tion standards (NFPA 472) will be
This course provides Fire Technol- and philosophy of fire prevention, addressed.
ogy or other interested students organization and operation of a fire 3 Units
with an overview of fire protection prevention bureau, use of fire codes, 54 Lecture hours
issues. Included will be an introduc- identification and correction of fire
tion to the philosophy and history of hazards, and the relationships of fire FTEC 108
fire protection and fire service. The prevention with built-in fire protec- Hazardous Materials II
organization and function of public tion systems, fire investigation, and
and private fire protection services, fire and life-safety education. Prerequisite: FTEC 107
the laws and regulations affecting fire 3 Units Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
service and the role of fire depart- 54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
ments as part of local government appropriate assessment
will be explored. Basic fire chemistry, FTEC 105 Transfers to: CSU
fire protection systems, firefighting Building Construction for This course provides the fire tech-
strategies and possible career oppor- Fire Protection nology or other interested student
tunities in fire related fields will also with information pertaining to the
be addressed. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or handling, identification, firefighting
3 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or practices, and the explosive hazards
54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment confronted with during a hazard-
Transfers to: CSU ous materials response. The role of a
FTEC 102 This course provides the Fire Tech- Hazardous Material Technician and
Principles of Fire & Emergency Services nology or other interested students Specialist will be discussed. The types
Safety & Survival with an understanding of the essen- of hazardous materials that could be
tial components used in building used during a terrorism event will be
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or construction that directly relates to covered.
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or fire safety. The elements of construc- 3 Units
appropriate assessment tion and design of structures, factors 54 Lecture hours
Transfers to: CSU when inspecting buildings, preplan-
This course introduces the Fire Tech- ning fire operations, and operating at FTEC 109
nology or other interested students fires will be discussed. The develop- Fire Fighting Tactics and Strategy
to the basic principles and history ment and evolution of building and
related to the national firefighter fire codes will be studied in relation- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
life safety initiatives, focusing on ship to past fires in residential, com- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
the need for cultural and behavior mercial, and industrial occupancies. appropriate assessment;
changes throughout the emergency 3 Units Transfers to: CSU
services. This course has been 54 Lecture hours This course provides the fire technol-
updated to meet the National Fire ogy or other interested students
and Emergency Services Higher Edu- FTEC 106 with information pertaining to the
cation objectives as it pertains to fire- Fire Protection Equipment and Systems elements of the incident management
fighter safety and survival techniques system, evaluation of information
used in today’s fire service. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or management and critical incident
3 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or factors including control of incident
54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment communications, basic strategy deci-
Transfers to: CSU sions, and the development of a tacti-
FTEC 103 This course provides the Fire Tech- cal plan. Basic current fire ground
Fire Behavior and Combustion nology student with information per- strategies will also be explored in this
taining to the design and operation of course.
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or fire detection and alarm systems, heat 3 Units
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or and smoke control systems, special 54 Lecture hours
appropriate assessment protection and sprinkler systems,
Transfers to: CSU water supply for fire protection and FTEC 110
This course provides Fire Technology portable fire extinguishers. Rescue Practices
or other interested students with an 3 Units
exploration of theories and funda- 54 Lecture hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
mentals of how and why fires start, appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
spread, and how they are controlled. appropriate assessment
An in-depth study of fire chemis- Transfers to: CSU
try and physics, fire characteristics This course provides the Fire Tech-
nology or other interested students
with a better understanding of rescue
problems and techniques in the fire
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service field. Topics covered include FTEC 117 FTEC 290
emergency rescue equipment, toxic Fire Service Management, Safety and Cooperative Work Experience/Intern-
gases, chemicals, diseases, radiation Wellness ship for Fire Technology Related Fields
hazards, and care of victims. Students
will become prepared for emergency Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
childbirths, respiration and resus- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or assessment; ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
citation, auto extrication, and other appropriate assessment appropriate assessment
emergency conditions throughout the Transfers to: CSU Transfers to: CSU
course. This course is designed for fire This course supports and reinforces
3 Units technology majors to provide the on-the-job training in the Fire Tech-
54 Lecture hours student with the concepts, theories nology field under supervision of a
and principles of fire service man- college instructor and is facilitated
FTEC 111 agement. Emphasis is placed on the by the use of learning objectives. The
Fire Hydraulics distinctions between management, student will be working in a skilled
supervision and leadership. Fire or professional level assignment in
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or service stress and safety management the area of Fire Technology and will
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or will be discussed and the national fire meet performance objectives related
appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or service standards will be presented. to instruction that are above and
MATH 020C or appropriate assessment 3 Units beyond the conditions of regular
Transfers to: CSU 54 Lecture hours employment. This course is intended
This course provides the Fire Tech- for students whose job is related to
nology student with information FTEC 121 the field of fire technology and have
applicable to fire service hydraulics, Emergency Response completed or enrolled in the appro-
specifically pertaining to fire hose, priate coursework.” Contact the
friction loss and calculations for Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or CWE office regarding re-enrollment
gallons per minute (GPM) on the fire appropriate assessment; READ 023 or procedures”.
ground. The student will study fire appropriate assessment Student Unpaid Internship:
ground hydraulic formulas used to Transfers to: CSU 1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours;
calculate needed fire flow for residen- This course is intended for students 3 Units/180 hours;4 Units/240 hours
tial and commercial structures. that seek a better understanding of Student Paid Internship:
3 Units the role and responsibilities of a first 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours;
54 Lecture hours responder. This class also meets the 3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours.
State of California Title 22 require- 1 to 4 Units
FTEC 112 ments pertinent to CPR, First Aid and 3 Lecture hours
Fire Apparatus and Equipment AED (automatic external defibrilla- 60 to 300 Other
tion) training as it relates to the EMT
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or (Emergency Medical Technician). FTEC 299
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or This course will also certify the stu- Directed Study: Fire Technology
appropriate assessment dent to administer oxygen, provide
Transfers to: CSU professional rescuer CPR and provide Transfers to: UC, CSU
This course provides the fire technol- basic first aid. This course may be Independent Study/Directed Study
ogy or other interested students with repeated once. is intended for students who have
information pertaining to the design 3 Units the ability to assume responsibil-
and operation of fire department 36 Lecture hours ity for independent work and to
apparatus. This includes components 54 Lab hours prepare written or oral reports and/
such as the engine, pump and drive or appropriate projects. To enroll in
train. Basic hydraulic calculations for FTEC 150 an independent study/directed study
operation and safe vehicle use will Truck Company Operations course, students must possess a 2.5
also be discussed. Topics addressed overall grade point average, a 3.0
include the different types of fire Prerequisite: Firefighter 1 certification grade point average in the discipline
apparatus and their function includ- or completion of a CSFM approved Fire of study being requested, or receive
ing wildland firefighting apparatus Academy an exception from the instructor.
and municipal fire apparatus. Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate Independent Studies/Directed Studies
3 Units assessment may be developed from any topic
54 Lecture hours Transfers to: CSU arising from or related to a course of
This course is for veteran firefight- study that will result in developing
FTEC 114 ers or other interested students that depth and breadth in that subject
Fire Investigation want to enhance their knowledge and area. Students will be expected to
ability as it pertains to the fire ground meet on a regular basis with their fac-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or operations associated with truck com- ulty sponsor and submit a final report
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or pany tactics and strategy. Basic roof or project, and student progress shall
appropriate assessment construction, vertical and horizontal be evaluated at regular intervals.
Transfers to: CSU ventilation, forcible entry, positive Academic standards for Independent
This course provides the Fire Tech- and negative ventilation, search and Studies/Directed Studies shall be the
nology or other interested students rescue, thermal imaging technology, same as those for other courses. Units
with an understanding of determin- firefighter safety and survival, rapid are awarded in accordance to Title
ing causes of fires (accidental, suspi- intervention tactics, elevator rescue V regulations with one unit of credit
cious and incendiary). Topics covered and related truck company opera- awarded for 54 hours of Directed
include arson laws, field note taking, tions will be discussed. Studies, six (6) hours of which must
and incendiarism. Also addressed are 2 Units be with an instructor. The instructor
the recognition and preserving of evi- 20 Lecture hours is responsible for monitoring student
dence, the interviewing of witnesses 60 Lab hours progress through the semester.
and suspects, arrest and detention
procedures, court demeanor and the 2016-2017 Catalog
giving of court testimony.
3 Units
54 Lecture hours
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Students may take directed study FR 201 grade point average in the discipline
courses for a maximum of three (3) French III of study being requested, or receive
units within a discipline, and may not an exception from the instructor.
accumulate more than a total of nine Prerequisite: FR 102 Independent Studies/Directed Studies
(9) units college wide. Transfers to: UC, CSU may be developed from any topic
1 to 3 Units This course stresses advanced arising from or related to a course of
54 to 162 Lab hours conversational, reading, writing and study that will result in developing
translation skills. Emphasis is placed depth and breadth in that subject
FRENCH on understanding spoken French as area. Students will be expected to
well as on proficiency and accuracy meet on a regular basis with their fac-
Division of Communications in speaking French. The course will ulty sponsor and submit a final report
& Languages include an introduction to French or project, and student progress shall
literature as well as the reading of be evaluated at regular intervals.
FR 101 one novel in French to be determined Academic standards for Independent
French I by the instructor. In addition to class- Studies/Directed Studies shall be the
room instruction, students receive same as those for other courses. Units
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or intensive, individualized oral-aural are awarded in accordance to Title
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or practice in the language laboratory V regulations with one unit of credit
appropriate assessment in which websites, video programs, awarded for 54 hours of Directed
Transfers to: UC, CSU audio CDs, and CD ROMs are used. Studies, six (6) hours of which must
This course provides the student Various facets of French culture, phi- be with an instructor. The instructor
with an introduction to the French losophy, politics, and history will also is responsible for monitoring student
language and culture. The course be explored. This course is intended progress through the semester.
stresses oral and written proficiency for those interested in continuing to Students may take directed study
as well as reading comprehension. learn to speak French as well as for courses for a maximum of three (3)
In addition to classroom discussion, those seeking a degree in the French units within a discipline, and may not
students receive intensive indi- language. accumulate more than a total of nine
vidualized oral-aural practice in the 4 Units (9) units college wide.
language laboratory via interactive 72 Lecture hours 1 to 3 Units
French websites, audio CDs, video 18 Lab hours 54 to 162 Lab hours
programs, and CD ROMs. Various
facets of French history, philosophy, FR 202 GEOGRAPHIC
and politics will also be analyzed French IV INFORMATION
via cross-cultural comparisons. This
course is intended for those inter- Prerequisite: FR 201 SYSTEMS
ested in learning to speak French as Transfers to: UC, CSU
well as for those seeking a degree in This course is a continuation of FR Division of Career &
the French language. 201. The course stresses advanced Technical Education
4 Units conversational, reading, writing, and
72 Lecture hours translation skills. Emphasis is placed GIS 120
18 Lab hours on understanding spoken French as Introduction to Geographic Information
well as on proficiency and accuracy Systems and Spatial Analysis
FR 102 in speaking French. The course will
French II include an introduction to French Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
literature as well as the reading of appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Prerequisite: FR 101 one novel in French to be determined appropriate assessment; CIT 101
Transfers to: UC, CSU by the instructor. In addition to class- Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
This course is a continuation to the room instruction, students receive (*Students will receive credit from UC
essentials of the French language. intensive, individualized oral-aural for only one of the following courses: GIS
The course stresses oral and written practice in the language laboratory 120 or GIS 220)
proficiency as well as reading com- in which websites, video programs, This course will introduce fundamen-
prehension. In addition to classroom audio CDs, and CD ROMs are used. tal concepts of geographic infor-
discussion, students receive intensive Various facets of French culture, phi- mation and spatial analysis, using
individualized oral-aural practice in losophy, politics, and history will also industry standard geospatial appli-
the language laboratory via inter- be explored. This course is intended cation tools including geographic
active websites, audio CDs, video for those interested in continuing to information systems (GIS), global
programs, and CD ROMs. Various learn to speak French as well as for positioning systems (GPS), cartogra-
facets of French history, philosophy, those seeking a degree in the French phy, remote sensing. Students will
and politics will also be analyzed language. learn how to use geospatial technolo-
via cross-cultural comparisons. This 4 Units gies to perform spatial analysis in
course is intended for those interested 72 Lecture hours various disciplines including but not
in continuing to learn to speak French 18 Lab hours limited to business, public safety,
as well as for those seeking a degree health, politics, engineering, envi-
in the French language. FR 299 ronmental, and social, biological and
4 Units Directed Study: French geological sciences. Students should
72 Lecture hours have a working knowledge of Win-
18 Lab hours Transfers to: UC, CSU dows to be successful in this course.
Independent Study/Directed Study 4 Units
is intended for students who have 54 Lecture hours
the ability to assume responsibil- 54 Lab hours
ity for independent work and to
prepare written or oral reports and/
or appropriate projects. To enroll in
an independent study/directed study
course, students must possess a 2.5
overall grade point average, a 3.0
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GIS 130 effectively portray information spa- field trips are scheduled to visit local
Applied Geographic Information tially using conventions of patterns, industries and for GPS field work.
Systems colors and symbology. Students are 3 Units
introduced to the history of map 36 Lecture hours
Prerequisite: GIS 120 or introductory interpretation, map projections, 54 Lab hours
level experience in GIS and use of e-mail scales, map accuracy and layout
and Internet conventions for publication in reports GIS 280
Transfers to: CSU or large formats at emergency opera- Visual Basic and Database Management
This course provides students an tions center. Course may include for GIS
expanded hands-on study in GIS field trips for student to visit industry
using ArcView and practical learning meetings and attend off campus GPS Prerequisite: GIS 120
in the field to enhance GIS entry-level exercise. Corequisite: GIS 220
employment skills. Working in the 4 Units Transfers to: CSU
field with professionals from GIS and 54 Lecture hours This course presents the funda-
other disciplines, students will col- 54 Lab hours mentals of computer programming
lect real data and information using and database management systems
Global Positioning Systems GPS, GIS 222 (DBMS) techniques as utilized in
develop GIS data, explore solutions Planning and Facilities Management Visual Basic and Access for various
to real problems and produce sup- Using GIS GIS (Geographic Information Sys-
portive documentation in a variety of tems) environments. Advanced GIS
formats including constructing web Prerequisite: GIS 120 programming and database manage-
pages and plotting maps. Corequisite: ENGT 150 ment methodologies for spatial data
3 Units Transfers to: CSU analysis and development of GIS
36 Lecture hours This course uses ArcView GIS as applications will also be covered.
54 Lab hours an analytical and information tool This course is designed for students
for engineers, planners and facil- in the GIS program and others who
GIS 220 ity managers to aid in the planning wish to upgrade their skills to build
GIS Applications process, facilities management, a solid understanding of Visual Basic
systems evaluation, maintenance and data management systems for
Prerequisite: GIS 120 and asset management of large-scale GIS customization and application
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or facilities and infrastructure. Included development.
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or is site management of facilities, city 4 Units
appropriate assessment; CIT 101 and regional planning, infrastructure 54 Lecture hours
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU based on topological features, evalu- 54 Lab hours
(*Students will receive credit from UC ation based on growth indicators,
for only one of the following courses: GIS population and economic projections, GIS 281
120 or GIS 220) and use of GIS to support contem- Crime Mapping and Analysis
GIS 220 is designed for students to porary environmental rules and
apply tools learned in GIS120 and regulations. The course will include Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
introduces geoprocessing methods production of professional quality appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
and new data sets to perform suit- maps using ArcView as well as utiliz- appropriate assessment; CIT 101
ability models such as where to locate ing customized software. Transfers to: CSU
a new school, or how to determine 3 Units Crime mapping plays an impor-
concentrations of sales, pollutants 54 Lecture hours tant role in almost any form of
or crimes within a community. In 36 Lab hours crime analysis and can improve
addition, field work is performed our understanding of the important
using Global Positioning System GIS 230 relationships between people, loca-
(GPS) including development of data Geographic Information Systems (GIS) tion, time, and crime. As a result,
dictionary, collection and process- in Environmental Technology Geographic information systems
ing and import into GIS. Additional (GIS) has become an essential tool
data import includes CAD and tables. Prerequisite: GIS 120 used by crime analysts to discover
Students are introduced to data Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or crime patterns, implement corrective
delivery including layer and map appropriate assessment; READ 023 or strategies, optimize resource alloca-
packages and web mapping. Course appropriate assessment tion and to develop crime prevention
may include field trips for student to Transfers to: CSU measures. Students will use ArcGIS
visit industry meetings and attend off In the environmental field today to analyze crime series, conduct
campus GPS exercise. there are few jobs that do not require problem analysis, study crime trends,
4 Units a background in Geographical Infor- and address deployment issues as
54 Lecture hours mation Systems (GIS) and Global they relate to decision making in law
54 Lab hours Positioning Systems (GPS). GIS is enforcement. Students should have a
today widely applied in planning working knowledge of Windows to
GIS 221 used for land use and growth man- be successful in this course.
Cartography Design and Geographic agement, environmental assessment 4 Units
Information Systems to disaster response. This course 54 Lecture hours
integrates training in GIS with field 54 Lab hours
Prerequisite: GIS 120 data collection methods using GPS
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or & Remote Sensing to collect environ- GIS 290
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or mental data used interpretively by Cooperative Work Experience/Intern-
appropriate assessment GIS. Students should have a work- ship for Geographic Information Sys-
Transfers to: CSU ing knowledge of Windows to be tems Related Fields
GIS plays an important role in almost successful in this course. This course
any discipline and improves under- may be taken once for credit towards Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
standing of information through the certificate and repeated once appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
visual interpretation. This course is for credit to enhance student skills appropriate assessment
designed for students who want a and proficiency level. Possible day Transfers to: CSU
better understanding and methods to This course supports and reinforces
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on-the-job training in business and Introduction to Physical Geography It provides a geographic perspective
industrial establishments under is a general education course that that will enhance global awareness
supervision of a college instructor introduces students to the natu- and geographic literacy.
and is facilitated by the use of learn- ral processes that shape the earth. 3 Units
ing objectives. The student will be Weather and climate, landforms 54 Lecture hours
working in a skilled or professional and volcanoes, glaciers, rivers and
level assignment in their area of coastal phenomena are among the GEOG 299
vocational interest and will meet per- topics explored. This course is for any Directed Study: Geography
formance objectives related to instruc- student interested in the physical pro-
tion that are above and beyond the cesses that shape land masses. Transfers to: UC, CSU
conditions of regular employment. 3 Units Independent Study/Directed Study
This course is intended for students 54 Lecture hours is intended for students who have
whose job is related to the field of GIS the ability to assume responsibil-
and have completed or enrolled in GEOG 101L (C-ID GEOG 111) ity for independent work and to
the appropriate coursework. “Contact Introduction to Physical Geography prepare written or oral reports and/
the CWE office regarding re-enroll- Laboratory or appropriate projects. To enroll in
ment procedures”. an independent study/directed study
Student Unpaid Internship: Prerequisite/Corequisite: GEOG 101 course, students must possess a 2.5
1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours; Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or overall grade point average, a 3.0
3 Units/180 hours; 4 Units/240 hours appropriate assessment; READ 023 or grade point average in the discipline
Student Paid Internship: appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or of study being requested, or receive
1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours; MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- an exception from the instructor.
3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours ate assessment Independent Studies/Directed Studies
1 to 4 Units Transfers to: UC, CSU may be developed from any topic
3 Lecture hours The physical geography laboratory arising from or related to a course of
60 to 300 Other hours is designed to acquaint students study that will result in developing
with the methods, techniques and depth and breadth in that subject
GIS 299 procedures used by geographers in area. Students will be expected to
Directed Study in Geographic the study and analysis of the physical meet on a regular basis with their fac-
Information Systems environment. Students will use maps, ulty sponsor and submit a final report
the internet and other tools to work or project, and student progress shall
Prerequisite: 2.5 overall grade point with real-world geographic data. This be evaluated at regular intervals.
average, a 3.0 grade point average in the course fulfills the general education Academic standards for Independent
discipline of study being requested, or lab requirement in physical sciences Studies/Directed Studies shall be the
receive an exception from the instructor when taken with or after GEOG 101. same as those for other courses. Units
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 1 Unit are awarded in accordance to Title
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 54 Lab hours V regulations with one unit of credit
appropriate assessment awarded for 54 hours of Directed
Transfers to: CSU GEOG 102 (C-ID GEOG 120) Studies, six (6) hours of which must
This course provides an opportu- Introduction to Cultural Geography be with an instructor. The instructor
nity for the student to expand their is responsible for monitoring student
studies in Geographic Information Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or progress through the semester.
Systems beyond the classroom by appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Students may take directed study
completing a project or an assignment appropriate assessment courses for a maximum of three (3)
arranged by an agreement between Transfers to: UC, CSU units within a discipline, and may not
the student and instructor. The Introduction to Cultural Geography accumulate more than a total of nine
student is required to contract with is a general education course that (9) units college wide.
the instructor to determine the scope introduces students to the basic ele- 1 to 3 Units
of the assignment and the unit value ments of culture. Population growth, 54 to 162 Lab hours
assigned for successful completion. migration, ethnicity, language,
Students must possess a 2.5 overall religion, folk and popular culture, GEOG 310
GPA, a 3.0 GPA in the discipline of and settlement forms are among the Environmental Geography
study being requested, or receive an topics presented. This course may be
exception from the instructor. Stu- of interest to students considering the Prerequisite: ENGL 201 or ENGL 201H,
dents may take a maximum of 3 units field of elementary teaching, ecology, and GEOG 101 (both with a grade of “C”
of Directed Study within a discipline social science, or travel related voca- or better)
and 9 units college-wide. tions. This upper division General Educa-
1 to 3 Units 3 Units tion course is designed for students
54 to 162 Lab hours 54 Lecture hours pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science
degree in Automotive Technology,
GEOGRAPHY GEOG 103 (C-ID GEOG 125) and is open to all students who have
World Regional Geography successfully completed the require-
Division of Mathematics ments to enroll in a 300- level course
& Sciences Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or (junior-level status). This course will
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or examine how the environment is
GEOG 101 (C-ID GEOG 110) appropriate assessment impacted by human activity in differ-
Introduction to Physical Geography Transfers to: UC, CSU ent geographical regions and how the
World Regional Geography explores environment responds. Topics will
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or the world’s geographic regions, include global cycles and systems of
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or including Sub-Saharan Africa, North the air, water and soil, and the effects
appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or Africa, Southwest Asia, China, South- of human activity on the environment
MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- east Asia, Middle America, South and living systems. Case studies will
ate assessment America, Japan, Europe, and Russia. be used to investigate specific envi-
Transfers to: UC, CSU This course describes the cultural, ronmental issues.
economic and environmental aspects 3 Units
2016-2017 Catalog of each of these geographic realms. 54 Lecture hours
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GEOLOGY or appropriate projects. To enroll in Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate
an independent study/directed study assessment
Division of Mathematics course, students must possess a 2.5 Transfers to: CSU
& Sciences overall grade point average, a 3.0 Focusing on usability, this interme-
grade point average in the discipline diate class offers broader and more
GEOL 150 (C-ID GEOL 100) of study being requested, or receive advanced instruction into the ‘front-
Physical Geology an exception from the instructor. end’ visual design and aesthetics
Independent Studies/Directed Studies of interactive media as well as the
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or may be developed from any topic technical and design requirements of
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or arising from or related to a course of designing a fully functional web-
appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or study that will result in developing site. Using intermediate web design
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- depth and breadth in that subject applications, students are instructed
ate assessment area. Students will be expected to in techniques needed in increasing
Transfers to: UC, CSU meet on a regular basis with their fac- the user experience (UX). Students
Physical Geology, which fulfills the ulty sponsor and submit a final report continue to perfect the creation of a
physical science general education or project, and student progress shall fully functional website using multi-
requirement, is the study of the mate- be evaluated at regular intervals. faceted applications. Topics include
rials that our beautiful Earth is made Academic standards for Independent interactive design software, front-end
out of, as well as the processes and Studies/Directed Studies shall be the aesthetics, technology, interaction,
systems operating within the planet same as those for other courses. Units UX, UI and CSS design, the principles
and on its surface. Earthquakes, vol- are awarded in accordance to Title and elements of digital design and
canoes, oil, beaches, tsunamis, rocks, V regulations with one unit of credit aesthetics, and interactive design
rivers, glaciers, plate tectonics, miner- awarded for 54 hours of Directed business practices. For the student
als, continent and mountain building Studies, six (6) hours of which must interested in a degree in Graphic
are among the many diverse topics be with an instructor. The instructor Design or those interested in web
that will be explored. The direct effect is responsible for monitoring student design and interactive design.
of geology on society and our history, progress through the semester. 3 Units
as well as the impact humans are Students may take directed study 27 Lecture hours
having on our earth system will also courses for a maximum of three (3) 81 Lab hours
be examined. units within a discipline, and may not
3 Units accumulate more than a total of nine GDSN 164
54 Lecture hours (9) units college wide. Digital Illustration (Illustrator)
1 to 3 Units (Formerly ART 164)
GEOL 151 54 to 162 Lab hours
Physical Geology Laboratory Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate
GRAPHIC DESIGN assessment
Prerequisite/Corequisite: GEOL 150 Transfers to: CSU
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Division of Arts & This course is an introduction to
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Cultural Programs Graphic Design, and uses Adobe
appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or Illustrator design software as the
MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- GDSN 162 principal digital tool. Topics include
ate assessment Introduction to Web Design: User Expe- the Principles and Elements of
Transfers to: UC, CSU rience Design (UX) Design, typography, color, shape
Physical Geology Laboratory engages stroke, illustration techniques, page
students with a “hands-on” review Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate layout design, as well as introduc-
of the topics presented in GEOL 150 assessment tory critical concepts and profes-
and an examination of their relevance Transfers to: CSU sional practices employed by Graphic
to everyday life. Laboratory exercises This Web Design class is a practical Designers. This course includes port-
will include (but are not limited to) introduction for students interested folio building with an emphasis on
earthquake hazards, earthquake risk in UX (user experience) and visual professional standards. This course is
and analysis, the physical proper- interface design and the challenges it for the student interested in a degree
ties and identification of minerals, poses for the Graphic Designer. Using in Graphic Design or those interested
igneous, metamorphic and sedimen- Web Design applications like Adobe in 2 dimensional design and layout
tary rocks, as well as topographic Dreamweaver and Adobe Photoshop, applications employed as tools by
and geologic map reading. Glacial, students are introduced to the steps Graphic Designers.
coastal, dry land, groundwater, and involved in creating a basic functional 3 Units
fluvial, processes and landforms are interactive website. Topics include 54 Lecture hours
scrutinized. Several geologic investi- aesthetic design considerations, front- 54 Lab hours
gations of the hills and the river plain end technology, interaction, UX, UI
surrounding the campus will also be and CSS design, file optimization, GDSN 165
completed. and website principles and practices. Branding and Identity Design
1 Unit For the student interested in a degree (Formerly ART 165)
54 Lab hours in Graphic Design or those interested
in web design and interactive design. Prerequisite: GDSN 164
GEOL 299 3 Units Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate
Directed Study: Geology 54 Lecture hours assessment
54 Lab hours Transfers to: CSU
Transfers to: UC, CSU This course is an exploration of
Independent Study/Directed Study GDSN 163 Branding and Identity Design, a sub-
is intended for students who have Intermediate Web Design: Interactive discipline of Graphic Design. Topics
the ability to assume responsibil- Design include the research and develop-
ity for independent work and to ment of Trademarks and Logos for
prepare written or oral reports and/ Prerequisite: GDSN 162 clients, the Principles and Elements
of Design, typography, color, shape
stroke, illustration techniques, page
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layout design, as well as intermedi- portfolio building with an emphasis care and communication. The Nurse
ate and advanced critical concepts on professional standards. Assistant Pre-Certification training
and professional practices employed 3 Units course consists of 72 hours of class-
by Graphic Designers. This course 54 Lecture hours room instruction This course prepares
includes portfolio building with an 54 Lab hours the student to take the California
emphasis on professional standards. State Certification Exam to become
This course is for the student inter- GDSN 299 a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).
ested in a degree in Commercial Art Directed Study in Graphic Design After obtaining the state certification,
or Graphic Design or those interested the student may find employment in
in 2 dimensional design and layout The course provides an opportu- the acute care and/or long term care
applications employed as tools by nity for the student to expand their settings. The California Department
Graphic Designers. studies in Graphic Design beyond of Health requires that students must
3 Units the classroom by completing a be concurrently enrolled in both
27 Lecture hours project or an assignment arranged by HS 050 and HS 050L, and pass both
81 Lab hours agreement between the student and courses together. They cannot be
instructor. The student is required to taken individually for credit.
GDSN 172 contract with the instructor to deter- 4 Units
Publication Design (InDesign) mine the scope of the assignment and 72 Lecture hours
(Formerly ART 172) the unit value assigned for successful
completion. Students must possess a HS 050L
Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate 2.5 overall GPA, a 3.0 GPA in the dis- Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification
assessment cipline of study being requested, or Training Course Lab
Transfers to: CSU receive an exception from the instruc-
This course is an exploration of tor. Students may take a maximum Corequisite: HS 050
Publication Design, a sub-discipline of 3 units of Directed Study within a This course is designed for students
of Graphic Design. Topics include the discipline and 9 units college-wide. who have expressed an interest in
Principles and Elements of Design, 1 to 3 Units an entry level nursing course. This
page composition, creative use of 54 to 162 Lab hours course meets Title 22 regulations for
typography, color, imagery and the taking care of the geriatric population
grid, discussion of output and pre- HEALTH SCIENCE in a long term care setting, utiliz-
press considerations for print and ing skills in basic care, emergency
digital distribution as well as current Division of Health Science care and communication. The Nurse
methods/styles critical concepts and & Nursing Assistant Pre- Certification training
professional practices employed course lab consist of 135 hours of
by Graphic Designers. This course HS 045 supervised clinical practice in long
includes portfolio building with an Math for the Health Care Professional term facilities. This course prepares
emphasis on professional standards. the student to take the California
This course includes portfolio build- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or State Certification Exam to become
ing with an emphasis on profes- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).
sional standards. This course is for appropriate assessment; MATH 030 or After obtaining the state certification,
the student interested in a degree in MATH 030D or MATH 033 or appropri- the student may find employment in
Graphic Design or those interested ate assessment the acute care and/or long term care
in 2 dimensional design and layout This is a basic course that focuses on settings. The California Department
applications employed as tools by mathematical computation and appli- of Health requires that students must
Graphic Designers. cation within the health care setting. be concurrently enrolled in both
3 Units Topics covered within this course HS 050 and HS 050L, and pass both
54 Lecture hours include drug dosages, calculation courses together. They cannot be
54 Lab hours of intake and output, weights and taken individually for credit.
measures, temperatures, intrave- 2.5 Units
GDSN 178 nous infusion rates and conversions 135 Lab hours
Digital Imaging (Photoshop) necessary for safe employment in the
(Formerly ART 178) healthcare setting. This course is an HS 051
elective course for students wanting Certified Nurse Assistant Acute Care
Advisory: READ 022 or appropriate to pursue a career in the healthcare Training Course
assessment industry.
Transfers to: UC, CSU 1 Unit Prerequisite: HS 050, HS 050L, and Cali-
This course is for the student inter- 18 Lecture hours fornia State CNA Certification
ested in a degree in Commercial Art Corequisite: HS 051L
or Graphic Design or those interested HS 050 Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
in 2 dimensional design and layout Nurse Assistant Pre-Certification Train- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
applications employed as tools by ing Course appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
Graphic Designers. This course is MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
an exploration of Graphic Design, Corequisite: HS 050L This course is designed for students
and uses Adobe Photoshop software Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or who are Certified Nurse Assistants
as the principal digital tool. Topics appropriate assessment; READ 023 or that wish to learn the basic nursing
include: photo/raster/bitmapped- appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or skills and duties in the acute care
based scanning, image formats, MATH 020C or appropriate assessment setting with additional emphasis
optimization, re-touching, adjust- This course is designed for students on the specialized acute care areas
ments, compositing, blending, color, who have expressed an interest in such as medical/surgical, orthope-
conceptual and narrative techniques, an entry level nursing course. This dics, pediatrics and obstetrics. The
current technical and creative meth- course meets Title 22 regulations for Certified Nurse Assistant Acute
ods and styles employed by Graphic taking care of the geriatric population Care course consists of 27 hours
Designers as well as well as introduc- in a long term care setting, utiliz- classroom instruction. This course
tory critical concepts and profes- ing skills in basic care, emergency includes communication, patient
sional practices. This course includes observation, reporting and record-
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ing training as well as reinforcement and HS 052L, and pass both courses course is a prerequisite for the Voca-
of Certified Nurse Assistant basic- together. They cannot be taken indi- tional Nursing Program.
care procedures. The Department of vidually for credit. 5 Units
Health Science and Nursing requires 1.5 Units 90 Lecture hours
that students must be concurrently 27 Lecture hours
enrolled in both HS 051 and HS 051L, HS 070
and pass both courses together. They HS 052L Introduction to Ambulatory
cannot be taken individually for Home Health Aide Training Course Lab Care Nursing
credit.
1.5 Units Prerequisite: HS 050, HS 050L, and Cali- Prerequisite: Possess an unrestricted
27 Lecture hours fornia State CNA Certification California RN license
Corequisite: HS 052 This is an introductory level course
HS 051L This course is designed for students to prepare the licensed RN to work
Certified Nurse Assistant Acute Care who are Certified Nurse Assistants in the ambulatory care nursing
Training Course Lab that wish to learn how to provide setting. This course includes class-
personal care in the home care setting room lecture and learning activities
Prerequisite: HS 050, HS 050L, and Cali- for those who are unable to do it for that provides the type of skills and
fornia State CNA Certification themselves and/or promote the recov- competencies needed for the RN to
Corequisite: HS 051 ery, safety and comfort of the patient. work in outpatient care settings, such
This course is designed for students Additional emphasis on rehabilitative as clinics.
who are Certified Nurse Assistants nursing care, family relationships 4.5 Units
that wish to learn the basic nursing and the impact of long-term illness 81 Lecture hours
skills and duties in the acute care set- on the family as well as the client will
ting with additional emphasis on the be included. The Home Health Aide HEAT & FROST
specialized acute care areas such as training course consists of 54 hours
medical/surgical, orthopedics, pedi- supervised clinical practice in either Division of Career &
atrics and obstetrics. The Certified the Acute care or Skilled Nursing Technical Education
Nurse Assistant Acute Care course Facility. This course meets title 22
lab consists of 54 hours of supervised regulations for Home Health Aides HEFR 040
clinical practice in an acute care training programs. The California Insulation Industry Orientation
facility. This course includes com- Department of Health requires
munication, patient observation, that students must be concurrently Prerequisite: State Indentured Heat and
reporting and recording training as enrolled in both HS 052 and HS 052L, Frost Insulator Union Apprentice
well as reinforcement of Certified and pass both courses together. They Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Nurse Assistant basic-care proce- cannot be taken individually for appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
dures. The California Department of credit. appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
Health requires that students must be 1 Unit MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
concurrently enrolled in both HS 051 54 Lab hours This course is designed to meet the
and HS 051L, and pass both courses needs of Indentured Apprentices
together. They cannot be taken indi- HS 054 with the State of California who
vidually for credit. Beginning Terminology for Healthcare are interested in the Heat and Frost
1 Unit Workers Insulators Industry. Topics include
54 Lab hours orientation to the trade, industry
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or safety, job-site safety, insulation,
HS 052 appropriate assessment; READ 023 or pipe systems, OSHA, refinery safety,
Home Health Aide Training Course appropriate assessment boom and scissor lift safety, and duct
This course covers the basic knowl- systems.
Prerequisite: HS 050, HS 050L and Cali- edge and understanding of medical 3 Units
fornia State CNA Certification language, terminology, and basic 40 Lecture hours
Corequisite: HS 052L human anatomy. The student will 40 Lab hours
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or learn word parts, prefixes, suffixes,
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or word roots and will review the body HEFR 041
appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or systems. Anatomical, physiological Mechanical Piping Systems
MATH 020C or appropriate assessment and pathophysiological terms will
This course is designed for students also be defined. This is an entry level Prerequisite: State Indentured Heat and
who are Certified Nurse Assistants course for students interested in the Frost Insulator Union Apprentice; HEFR
that wish to learn how to provide health care field and is highly recom- 040
personal care in the home care set- mended prior to enrolling in any Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
ting for those who are unable to do health related course. appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
it for themselves and/or promote 3 Units appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
the recovery, safety and comfort of 54 Lecture hours MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
the patient. Additional emphasis on This course is designed to meet the
rehabilitative nursing care, family HS 060 needs of State Indentured Appren-
relationships and the impact of long- Health Science Core tices with the State of California who
term illness on the family as well as are interested in the Heat and Frost
the client will be included. The Home Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 Insulators Industry. Topics include
Health Aide training course consists or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or insulation materials, techniques,
of 27 hours classroom instruction. appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or finishes, piping systems, fireproofing,
This course meets title 22 regulations MATH 020C or appropriate assessment hand tools, fall protection, and equip-
for Home Health Aides training pro- This is a basic course which focuses ment used in the field.
grams. The California Department of on medical terminology, normal body 3 Units
Health requires that students must be structures and functions, the prin- 40 Lecture hours
concurrently enrolled in both HS 052 ciples of nutrition, and the relation- 40 Lab hours
ship of nutrition to health. It provides
a strong foundation for all students
entering the health care field. This
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HEFR 042 HEFR 045 Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Boiler Insulation Foam and Firestopping Insulation appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
Prerequisite: State Indentured Heat and Prerequisite: State Indentured Heat and MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
Frost Insulator Union Apprentice; HEFR Frost Insulator Union Apprentice; HEFR This course is designed to meet the
040 040 needs of Indentured Apprentices
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or with the State of California who
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or appropriate assessment; READ 022 or are interested in the Insulation and
appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or Firestop Industry. Topics include
MATH 020C or appropriate assessment MATH 020C or appropriate assessment layout, fabrication, and installation
This course is designed to meet the This course is designed to meet the procedures for firestopping systems
needs of State Indentured Appren- needs of State Indentured Appren- on mechanical, electrical, and plumb-
tices with the State of California who tices with the State of California who ing penetrations on maintenance and
are interested in the Heat and Frost are interested in the Heat and Frost repair.
Insulators Industry. Topics include Insulators Industry. Topics include 3 Units
boilers, insulating techniques, stacks, metal cutting, fittings, band saws, 40 Lecture hours
breechings, hi-ribb lath insulation, foam materials, spray equipment 40 Lab hours
finishing, ship-yard orientation, pen operations, firestopping insulation,
welding, safety, first-aid, confined and maintenance and repair of foam HEFR 049
space, and fittings. application equipment. Advanced Life Safety Firestop
3 Units 3 Units Application
40 Lecture hours 40 Lecture hours
40 Lab hours 40 Lab hours Prerequisite: State Indentured Heat and
Frost Insulator Union Apprentice; HEFR
HEFR 043 HEFR 046 040; HEFR 048
Construction Mathematics Blueprint Reading Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
Prerequisite: State Indentured Heat and Prerequisite: State Indentured Heat and appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
Frost Insulator Union Apprentice; HEFR Frost Insulator Union Apprentice; HEFR MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
040 040 This course is designed to meet the
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or needs of Indentured Apprentices
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or appropriate assessment; READ 022 or with the State of California who
appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or are interested in the Insulation and
MATH 020C or appropriate assessment MATH 020C or appropriate assessment Firestop Industry. Topics include
This course is designed to meet the This course is designed to meet the advanced layout, advanced fabri-
needs of State Indentured Appren- needs of State Indentured Appren- cation, and advanced installation
tices with the State of California who tices with the State of California who procedures for firestopping systems
are interested in the Heat and Frost are interested in the Heat and Frost on mechanical, electrical, and plumb-
Insulators Industry. Mathematical Insulators industry. Topics include ing penetrations on maintenance and
operations commonly used in the introduction to blueprint reading, repair.
construction trade will be reviewed general arrangement, symbols, indus- 3 Units
and applied. Topics include whole try standards, insulation drawings, 40 Lecture hours
numbers, fractions, decimals, basic isometric drawings, industry certifi- 40 Lab hours
geometry functions, curves and cations, and shop drawings.
angles, drawings, estimating, energy 3 Units HEAVY EQUIPMENT
appraising, insulation certifications, 40 Lecture hours TECHNOLOGY
and measurements. 40 Lab hours
3 Units Division of Career &
40 Lecture hours HEFR 047 Technical Education
40 Lab hours Prefabricated Buildings
HET 101
HEFR 044 Prerequisite: State Indentured Heat and Introduction to Heavy Equipment
Mechanical Piping Insulation Frost Insulator Union Apprentice; HEFR Technology
040 (Formerly HET 040)
Prerequisite: State Indentured Heat and Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Frost Insulator Union Apprentice; HEFR appropriate assessment; READ 022 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
040 appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or MATH 020C or appropriate assessment appropriate assessment
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or This course is designed to meet the Transfers to: CSU
appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or needs of State Indentured Appren- This is an introductory course
MATH 020C or appropriate assessment tices with the State of California who designed to familiarize the student
This course is designed to meet the are interested in the Heat and Frost with the basic operation and main-
needs of State Indentured Appren- Insulators Industry. Topics include tenance of a multitude of systems
tices with the State of California who insulation, design of walls, prefabri- commonly found on Heavy Equip-
are interested in the Heat and Frost cated industry panels, prefabricated ment machinery. Students will learn
insulators industry. Topics include metal buildings, hazardous materials, the fundamentals of diesel engines,
heat transfer, general insulating and storage tank insulation. clutches, manual transmissions,
methods, materials, application of 3 Units torque converters, automatic trans-
insulation materials, coatings, cover- 40 Lecture hours missions, drive lines, steer and drive
ings for pipes and fittings, attach- 40 Lab hours axles, various brake and hydraulic
ment methods, mold recognition and systems. In addition, the students will
abatement, and finishing for pipes in HEFR 048 learn basic tools and equipment, and
various thermal ranges. Firestop Applications
3 Units
40 Lecture hours Prerequisite: State Indentured Heat and
40 Lab hours Frost Insulator Union Apprentice; HEFR
040
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how to safely perform basic repairs the student will receive a Certificate HET 160
and maintenance operations. This is of Completion and wallet card for Heavy Equipment Diesel Engines
the first course in a series of Heavy Forklift Operator Safety Training as (Formerly HET 044)
Equipment Technology classes, and is required by OSHA 1910.178(l) and
designed for the student who wants CAL/OSHA Title 8 (Section 3669), Prerequisite: HET 107
to enter the field of Heavy Equipment which is good for three years, and a Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Maintenance and Repair. 10-hour OSHA Training Certificate of appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
4 Units Completion, which is good for life. appropriate assessment
54 Lecture hours 4 Units Transfers to: CSU
54 Lab hours 54 Lecture hours This course is designed to familiar-
54 Lab hours ize the students with the mechanical
HET 106 aspects of the Heavy Equipment
Heavy Equipment Electrical HET 140 diesel engines. Topics covered
Fundamentals Heavy Equipment Electrical Diagnostics include engine terminology, designs,
(Formerly HET 041) (Formerly HET 050) theory of operation, construction,
disassembly, cleaning, components
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Prerequisite: HET 107 inspection, failure analysis, and reas-
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or sembly. In addition, proper shop and
appropriate assessment appropriate assessment; READ 023 or personal safety, correct usage of shop
Transfers to: CSU appropriate assessment and hand tools, precision measuring
This introductory course is designed Transfers to: CSU instruments, critical fasteners, and
to familiarize the student with the This course is designed to famil- how to use manufacturer’s service
heavy equipment’s electrical and iarize the student with the heavy specifications information will also be
electronic systems. Topics covered equipment’s electrical and electronic covered.
include fundamentals of electricity, systems. Topics include review of 4 Units
basic circuits, schematics, symbols, electrical theory, circuit faults, electri- 54 Lecture hours
diagrams, DVOM, graphing multi- cal and electronic components usage 54 Lab hours
meter and oscilloscope usage, wire and diagnostics, computers, sensors,
repair techniques, electrical compo- actuators, and data communications. HET 200
nents, semiconductors (including IC), A-Tech simulator boards will be used Heavy Equipment Hydraulic
battery, charging, starting, accessory, to illustrate different component Fundamentals
and instrumentation systems. Dem- functions. In addition, the students (Formerly HET 043)
onstrations using the A-Tech circuit will be introduced to the strategy
boards will be used to illustrate elec- based diagnostics, including trouble- Prerequisite: HET 107
trical principles, including strategy- shooting electrical problems using Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
based diagnostics. live equipment. appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
4 Units 4 Units appropriate assessment
54 Lecture hours 54 Lecture hours Transfers to: CSU
54 Lab hours 54 Lab hours This introductory course is designed
to familiarize the students with a
HET 107 HET 150 variety of mobile hydraulic systems
Heavy Equipment Operation, Heavy Equipment Fuel Systems and and their operational characteristics.
Performance Testing and Adjusting Emissions Topics covered include hydraulics
(Formerly HET 047) (Formerly HET 046) safety, hydraulic power principles,
system designs, basic components,
Prerequisite: HET 101; HET 106 Prerequisite: HET 107 oil contamination and filtration,
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or hydraulic symbols, schematics,
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or diagrams, and testing instruments.
appropriate assessment appropriate assessment In addition, an overview of electro-
Transfers to: CSU Transfers to: CSU hydraulic systems including electric
This course is designed to familiar- This course is designed to familiar- and electronic components, control-
ize the students with California and ize the students with a wide variety lers, controller programming, and
Federal OSHA Safety Regulation of heavy equipment diesel engine data communication, will also be
for the General Industry Workplace, fuel systems and operation. Topics covered. Hydraulic trainer simulators
and a variety of material handling covered include hydro-mechanical will be used to illustrate power prin-
and construction equipment includ- systems such as port-helix, inlet- ciples and operation. Using hydraulic
ing forklifts, skid steer loaders, and metering, sleeve-metering and schematics the students will build
front end loaders/backhoes. Topics mechanical unit injectors as well as a wide variety of hydraulic systems
covered include rules and regula- computerized management systems commonly installed in modern heavy
tions, worksite material storage and including common rail and ampli- equipment.
handling, fire protection and preven- fied common rail. Additional topics 4 Units
tion, hand and power tools, welding regarding diesel engine emission 54 Lecture hours
and cutting, electrical safety, and fall control strategies and devices such 54 Lab hours
protection. Machine specific termi- as diesel oxidation catalyst, diesel
nology, pre-operational inspection, particulate filter and selective cata- HET 210
principles of balance and stability, lytic reduction will also be covered. Heavy Equipment Hydraulic
capacity and load handling, refuel- Component failure analysis will Diagnostics
ing, hydraulic power, job site and be discussed as part of testing and (Formerly HET 049)
pedestrian safety will also be covered. adjusting of various fuel systems. In
Students will learn how to safely addition, proper shop and personal Prerequisite: HET 200
verify the machine performance and safety, and how to use manufactur- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
how to perform minor adjustments of er’s service specifications information appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
various subsystems if needed. Upon will also be covered. appropriate assessment
successful completion of this course 4 Units Transfers to: CSU
and forklift operation examination 54 Lecture hours This course is intended to familiar-
54 Lab hours ize the students with the heavy
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equipment’s hydraulic and electro- and personal safety, and how to use HET 299
hydraulic systems. Topics include manufacturer’s service specifications Directed Study in Heavy Equipment
review of hydraulic theory and information will also be covered. Technology
basic hydraulic system designs and 4 Units
components, hydraulic and electronic 54 Lecture hours Prerequisite: 2.5 overall grade point
components used in electro- hydrau- 54 Lab hours average, a 3.0 grade point average in the
lic systems, hydraulic controllers, discipline of study being requested, or
sensors, actuators, and data commu- HET 240 receive an exception from the instructor
nications. In addition, the students Heavy Equipment Heating, Ventilation Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
will be introduced to the strategy- and Air-Conditioning appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
based diagnostics, with an emphasis (Formerly HET 042) appropriate assessment
on electro-hydraulic controls failures, Transfers to: CSU
using hydraulic trainer simulators Prerequisite: HET 107 This course provides an opportunity
and live equipment. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or for the student to expand their stud-
4 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or ies in Heavy Equipment Technology
54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment beyond the classroom by complet-
54 Lab hours Transfers to: CSU ing a project or an assignment
This course is designed to familiarize arranged by an agreement between
HET 220 the student with the heavy equip- the student and instructor. The
Heavy Equipment Powertrains I ment’s heating, ventilation and air- student is required to contract with
(Formerly HET 045) conditioning systems, and prepare the instructor to determine the scope
them for an entry level technician of the assignment and the unit value
Prerequisite: HET 107 in this field. Topics covered include assigned for successful completion.
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or environmental and safety practices, Students must possess a 2.5 overall
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or thermodynamic principles, refrigera- GPA, a 3.0 GPA in the discipline of
appropriate assessment tion systems, engine cooling and heat study being requested, or receive an
Transfers to: CSU sources, service and troubleshooting exception from the instructor. Stu-
This course is designed to familiarize procedures. Automatic systems, ser- dents may take a maximum of 3 units
the students with conventional Heavy vice equipment, contamination issues of Directed Study within a discipline
Equipment powertrain systems and and the rules of AQMD/EPA will also and 9 units college-wide.
components. Topics covered include be covered. During the course, stu- 1 to 3 Units
fundamentals of gears, friction and dents will be given the opportunity 54 to 162 Lab hours
anti-friction bearings, mechanical to earn their certification license (EPA
clutches, manual transmissions, Rule 1411). HISTORY
driveline systems, drive axles, final 4 Units
drives, hydraulic and air brakes, and 54 Lecture hours Division of Behavioral
undercarriage systems. Component 54 Lab hours & Social Sciences
failure analysis will be discussed as
part of disassembly, inspection, and HET 290 HIST 101
reassembly of various transmissions, Cooperative Work Experience/Intern- History of World Civilization to the
drive axles, and final drives. In addi- ship for Heavy Equipment Technology 17th Century
tion, proper shop and personal safety, Related Fields
and how to use manufacturer’s Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
service specifications information will Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
also be covered. appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment
4 Units appropriate assessment Transfers to: UC, CSU
54 Lecture hours Transfers to: CSU This course is a survey of the politi-
54 Lab hours This course supports and reinforces cal, economic and social development
on-the-job training in business and of world civilization up to the 17th
HET 230 industrial establishments under the century. Special emphasis is placed
Heavy Equipment Powertrains II supervision of a college instruc- on the origins of the earth’s principal
(Formerly HET 048) tor and is facilitated by the use of centers of civilization, their subse-
learning objectives. The student will quent interaction, and the emergence
Prerequisite: HET 220 be working in a skilled or profes- of a world economic, political, and
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or sional level assignment in their area intellectual order. This course is
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or of vocational interest and will meet designed for the student who wishes
appropriate assessment performance objectives related to to increase their understanding and
Transfers to: CSU instruction that are above and beyond appreciation of cultural, political, and
This course is intended to familiarize the conditions of regular employ- intellectual diversity, as well as the
the students with a wide variety of ment. This course is intended for process of intercultural interaction.
modern heavy equipment pow- students whose job is related to the This course also satisfies a course
ertrains systems and components. heavy equipment maintenance field requirement for the History for
Topics covered include powershift and have completed or enrolled in Transfer (AA-T) degree.
transmissions, torque converters, the appropriate coursework. “Contact 3 Units
hydrostatic drive systems, AC elec- the CWE office regarding re- enroll- 54 Lecture hours
tric drive systems, spring- applied ment procedures.”
hydraulically released brakes, steer- Student Unpaid Internship: HIST 102 (C-ID HIST 160)
ing, and suspension systems. Compo- 1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours; History of World Civilization, 1500 to
nent failure analysis will be discussed 3 Units/180 hours;4 Units/240 hours the Present
as part of disassembly, inspection, Student Paid Internship:
and reassembly of various transmis- 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours; Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
sions, drives, brakes and steering 3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
systems. In addition, proper shop 1 to 4 Units appropriate assessment
3 Lecture hours Transfers to: UC, CSU
60 to 300 Other hours
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This course is a survey of the politi- HIST 143 the present. Some topics addressed
cal, economic, and social develop- History of the United States to 1877 are Reconstruction, the American
ment of world civilization from 1500 West, capital and labor in the age of
to modern times. Special emphasis is Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or enterprise, America as an emerging
placed on the origins and develop- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or world power, World War I, World
ment of the world economic system appropriate assessment War II, the Vietnam Era, the Cold
and the corresponding cultural, intel- Transfers to: UC, CSU War, the new world order. This
lectual, and social currents that have This course is a survey of United course fulfills the American Institu-
characterized most of the world’s States history from Native American tions requirement for the Associate
leading societies since 1500. This origins to post Civil War Reconstruc- Degree. It is recommended for all
course is intended for the student tion. Social, economic, political and History majors and satisfies a course
who wants to increase their under- cultural developments are explored requirement for the History for
standing and appreciation of both the with an emphasis on the indepen- Transfer (AA-T) degree.
diversity and the unity of the modern dence movement, Revolutionary War, 3 Units
world. This course also satisfies a the new Republic, westward expan- 54 Lecture hours
course requirement for the History sion and the Civil War. This course
for Transfer (AA-T) degree. is designed for students interested in HIST 144H
3 Units the foundational history of the United History of the United States Since 1865
54 Lecture hours States. It is recommended for all Honors
history majors and fulfills the CSU/
HIST 122 UC American Institutions require- Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of
History of Mexico ment and the American Institutions “C” or better
requirement for the Associate degree. Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or This course also satisfies a require- assessment
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or ment for the History for Transfer Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
appropriate assessment (AA-T) degree. (*Students will receive credit from UC
Transfers to: UC, CSU 3 Units for only one of the following courses:
This course examines the cultural, 54 Lecture hours HIST 144 or HIST 144H)
social, and political history of Mexico This course provides a survey of
from pre-Columbian to modern HIST 143H the political, social, economic, and
times. The course will cover pre- History of the United States to 1877 cultural development of the United
Columbian Mesoamerica, the Spanish Honors States from Reconstruction (1865) to
conquest and the colonial period, the present. Some topics addressed
and the national period, with special Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of are Reconstruction, the American
emphasis given to Mexico’s relations “C” or better West, capital and labor in the age of
with the United States and its place Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate enterprise, America as an emerging
and role in the world community. assessment world power, World War I, World
This course is designed for students Transfers to: UC, CSU War II, the Vietnam Era, the Cold
interested in understanding Mexico This course is a survey of United War, the new world order. This
as a nation and is also recommended States history from Native American course fulfills the American Institu-
for all history and most social science origins to post Civil War Reconstruc- tions requirement for the Associ-
majors. This course is also a restricted tion. Social, economic, political and ate Degree. It is recommended for
elective for the History for Transfer cultural developments are explored all History majors and satisfies a
(AA-T) degree. with an emphasis on the indepen- course requirement for the History
3 Units dence movement, Revolutionary War, for Transfer (AA-T) degree and is
54 Lecture hours the new Republic, westward expan- intended for those who meet Honors
sion and the Civil War. This course Program requirements.
HIST 131 is designed for students interested 3 Units
History of the North American Indian in the foundational history of the 54 Lecture hours
United States. It is recommended for
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or all history majors; it fulfills the CSU/ HIST 158
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or UC American Institutions require- US Comparative History of American
appropriate assessment ment and the American Institutions Indians and Black Americans
Transfers to: UC, CSU requirement for the Associate degree
This course surveys the struggle of and is intended for those who meet Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Native Americans to maintain their Honors Program requirements. This appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
culture in the face of invasion and course also satisfies a requirement appropriate assessment
changing technology. It explores gov- for the History for Transfer (AA-T) Transfers to: UC, CSU
ernment Indian policies of removal, degree. This course is a survey of the role
pacification, annihilation and assimi- 3 Units minorities have played in the histori-
lation, and considers present issues 54 Lecture hours cal development of the United States
facing Native Americans today. This from the earliest times to the present,
course is intended for students who HIST 144 with an emphasis on the twentieth
wish to understand the role of Native History of the United States Since 1865 century. The course begins with a
Americans in the historical develop- study of racism, followed by the
ment of North America. It is recom- Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or history and cultural contributions of
mended for all history major. This appropriate assessment; READ 023 or the American Indian and the African
course also satisfies a course require- appropriate assessment American. This course fulfills the
ment for the History for Transfer Transfers to: UC (credit limit:*), CSU American Institutions requirement
(AA-T) degree. (*Students will receive credit from UC for the Associate Degree. This course
3 Units for only one of the following courses: is intended for those who desire a
54 Lecture hours HIST 144 or HIST 144H) better understanding of the history of
This course provides a survey of
the political, social, economic, and
cultural development of the United
States from Reconstruction (1865) to
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minorities in the United States. This HIST 167 exception from the instructor. Stu-
course also satisfies a course require- History of California dents may take a maximum of 3 units
ment for the AA-T in History for of Directed Study within a discipline
Transfer degree. Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or and 9 units college-wide.
3 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 1 to 3 Units
54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment 54 to 162 Lab hours
Transfers to: UC, CSU
HIST 159 This course provides an overview HIST 325
US Comparative History of Mexican of California history from the first History of Science and Technology
and Asian Americans and Women aboriginal inhabitants to modern
times. Cultural, political, social Prerequisite: ENGL 201 or ENGL 201H,
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or and economic development will be and HIST 101 or HIST 102 or HIST 143
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or addressed in the context of history. or HIST 143H or HIST 144 or HIST
appropriate assessment The development of contemporary 144H (both with a grade of “C” or better)
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU institutions and the historical context This upper division General Educa-
(*Students will receive credit from UC of current issues will be addressed. tion course is designed for students
for only one of the following courses: This course is suitable for students pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science
HIST 159 or HIST 159H) seeking further understanding of Cal- degree in Automotive Technology
This course surveys the roles selected ifornia’s past and present, and those but it is also open to all students
minorities have played in the histori- preparing for a career in teaching at who have successfully completed the
cal development of the United States the elementary level. It also satisfies prerequisites. This course explores
from the earliest times to the present. a course requirement for the History the history of science and technology
Emphasis is placed on the history for Transfer (AA-T) degree. from the initial understandings of the
and cultural contributions of Mexican 3 Units universe from Ptolemy and Aristo-
Americans, Asian Americans, and 54 Lecture hours tle, to the challenges brought by the
American women. This course is scholars of the Scientific Revolution,
intended for those wishing to fulfill HIST 170 to the modern innovators of scientific
the American Institutions require- Women in American History developments and advancements in
ment for the Associate degree and technology. This course provides an
CSU, and those who desire a better Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or overview of how individuals, societ-
understanding of the history of appropriate assessment; READ 023 or ies, and nations were impacted by
minorities in the United States. This appropriate assessment these developments and how science
course is a restricted elective for the Transfers to: UC, CSU and technology impacts politi-
History for Transfer (AA-T) degree. This course is a survey of the role, cal, social, economic, and cultural
3 Units status, and contributions of women changes over time. Since both science
54 Lecture hours of different ethnic groups and social and technology are vital in the 21st
classes in American society from century, this course aims to highlight
HIST 159H earliest times to the present, with an the long history behind each from a
US Comparative History of Mexican emphasis on the twentieth century. global historical perspective.
and Asian Americans & Women Honors Special attention will be given to an 3 Units
understanding of how gender has 54 Lecture hours
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a grade of shaped women’s options and expec-
“C” or better tations within the private and public HUMAN SERVICES
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate spheres of society. This course is
assessment designed for the student who wants Division of Behavioral
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU to learn more about women’s history & Social Sciences
(*Students will receive credit from UC in America and is recommended
for only one of the following courses: for all history majors. This course HUSR 111
HIST 159 or HIST 159H) satisfies a course requirement for the Human Services in Contemporary
This course surveys the roles selected History for Transfer (AA-T) degree. Society
minorities have played in the histori- 3 Units
cal development of the United States 54 Lecture hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
from the earliest times to the present. appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Emphasis is placed on the history HIST 299 appropriate assessment
and cultural contributions of Mexican Directed Study in History Transfers to: CSU
Americans, Asian Americans, and This course is an introduction to the
American women. This course is Prerequisite: HIST 101 or 102 or 143 history and philosophy of human
intended for those wishing to fulfill or 143H or 144 or 144H with a grade of services in contemporary society. The
the American Institutions require- “C” or better function and objectives of human
ment for the Associate degree and Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or service organizations as well as the
CSU, those who desire a better under- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or qualifications of the professional
standing of the history of minorities appropriate assessment will be emphasized. A survey of the
in the United States, and those wish- Transfers to: UC, CSU populations served in the field will
ing to take the Honors version. This The course provides an opportunity focus on cultural, social, economic
course is a restricted elective for the for the student to expand their stud- and historical trends. The course
History for Transfer (AA-T) degree. ies in History beyond the classroom is designed for students pursuing
This course is intended for those who by completing a project or an assign- careers in social work, counseling or
meet Honors Program requirements. ment arranged by agreement between community organizing.
3 Units the student and instructor. The 3 Units
54 Lecture hours student is required to contract with 54 Lecture hours
the instructor to determine the scope
of the assignment and the unit value
assigned for successful completion.
Students must possess a 2.5 overall
GPA, a 3.0 GPA in the discipline of
study being requested, or receive an
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HUSR 118 the history, theories, models, and This course is designed for students
Chemical Dependency: Intervention, approaches to substance abuse interested in furthering their under-
Treatment, and Recovery education and prevention. In addi- standing of the co-existence of sub-
tion to an academic look at drug stance abuse with other mental health
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or abuse, students will also explore and disorders. The course will assist
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or examine their own values and beliefs students to gain the needed knowl-
appropriate assessment about substance use and misuse. The edge and skills to interact with clients
Transfers to: CSU impact of public policy, the media, who have various mental health
This course provides an introduction and drug education programs on disorders that are complicated by co-
to current perspectives with respect drug use will all be considered. occurring substance abuse problems.
to the management of chemical 3 Units The course also covers the diagnostic,
dependency. Through an examina- 54 Lecture hours therapeutic, and recovery phases that
tion of alcoholism as a model of will assist students’ seeking a Drug
drug dependence, the treatment of HUSR 124 Studies Certificate or Associate of
and recovery from such disorders Introduction to Case Management and Science degree in Drug Studies. Other
will be explored from two divergent Documentation students interested in psychology,
perspectives: the reformative and the human services and the behavioral
transformative. Current treatment Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or sciences will benefit greatly from the
modalities will be compared and appropriate assessment; READ 023 or content of the course.
contrasted in terms of their view of appropriate assessment 3 Units
the individual in both the social and Transfers to: CSU 54 Lecture hours
clinical context. The class experience This course introduces students to
itself will serve as an intervention by case management and documenta- HUSR 130
challenging students to examine their tion in a variety of settings. Students Essential Counseling Skills
existing ideas about treatment and will study the purpose, function,
recovery from substance use disor- and rationale for case management. Advisory: ENGL 035 OR ENLA 100 or
ders. Suitable for students interested In addition, the documentation of appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
in furthering their understanding client clinical records will be covered, appropriate assessment
of substance dependence and those emphasizing the taking of social Transfers to: CSU
interested in working with popula- histories and the writing of treatment This course focuses on critical coun-
tions recovering from or at risk for plans. The professional guidelines seling skills and strategies within
such problems. necessary for working with clients in a multicultural context. The course
3 Units a social services setting will also be provides a vital orientation to the
54 Lecture hours covered, providing the student with helping process and the counseling
an understanding of issues related to profession. Current issues within
HUSR 122 ethics, client rights, and confidential- the counseling profession, such as
Introduction to Group Leadership and ity. This class is designed for students diversity and multiculturalism, are
Process interested in working in a social discussed and integrated throughout
services setting. the course. A unique focus is given
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 3 Units to the student’s growth and devel-
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 54 Lecture hours opment as a counselor and how the
appropriate assessment student can best use supervision in
Transfers to: CSU HUSR 126 this developmental process. This
This course provides an introduction Counseling the Family of the Addicted course would be of benefit to anyone
to the dynamics of group interaction. Person working in a human service or social
The individual’s firsthand experi- services setting.
ence is emphasized as the group Advisory: ENGL 035 OR ENLA 100 or 3 Units
studies itself under supervision. appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 54 Lecture hours
The factors involved in problems of appropriate assessment
communication, effective emotional Transfers to: CSU HUSR 199
responses, and personal growth will This course provides an overview of Fieldwork in Human Services
be highlighted. Group process will the systems approach to counseling
be examined as a means of changing the chemically dependent family. Prerequisite: PSY 101 or SOC 101 with
behavior. Suitable for students inter- Alcoholism will be used as a model a minimum grade of “C” or better, OR
ested in furthering their understand- for developing counseling skills consent of instructor
ing of group dynamics and those through the analysis and examination Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
interested in supervising groups of the relationships that develop in appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
dedicated to achieving behavioral the addicted family system. An expe- appropriate assessment
change. riential format will be employed as Transfers to: CSU
3 Units students participate in exercises that This course offers the student a
54 Lecture hours lead to the development of the neces- supervised field experience in a
sary skills. This course is designed for community organization, agency,
HUSR 123 those working with or preparing to or institution, allowing the student
Drug Education and Prevention work with the drug dependent and to apply knowledge and learn new
(Formerly PSY 123) those around them. skills outside of the classroom envi-
3 Units ronment. A weekly class meeting
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 54 Lecture hours provides the academic element to
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or this experiential course offering and
appropriate assessment HUSR 128 reinforces the application of concepts
Transfers to: CSU Chemical Dependency and Co-Occur- gained in the prerequisite course or
This course is designed for students ring Disorders courses. This course is designed to
interested in furthering their under- provide the student with an oppor-
standing of substance dependence Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
and those interested in working with appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
populations recovering from or at appropriate assessment
risk for such problems. It addresses Transfers to: CSU
292 / Rio Hondo College 2016-2017 Catalog
tunity to develop skills that would This course provides an interdis- most vital Mexican-American liter-
facilitate gaining employment in the ciplinary presentation of cultural ary, artistic, musical, theatrical, social,
human services field. forces, providing the student with political and historical movements.
3 to 4 Units a comprehensive view of the most This course is designed for students
18 Lecture hours vital artistic, literary, philosophical, who wish to further their under-
120 to 225 Lab hours religious, scientific and architectural standing of major Mexican- American
movements within the Western, cultural contributions to contempo-
HUSR 230 Eastern and Latin American tradi- rary society.
Drug Studies Seminar and Internship tions from the Renaissance to the 20th 3 Units
century. This course is intended for 54 Lecture hours
Prerequisite/Corequisite: HUSR 122, students who wish to further their
HUSR 124, HUSR 130 understanding of major cultural HUM 140
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or developments around the world. Splendors of Asia
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 3 Units
appropriate assessment 54 Lecture hours Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Transfers to: CSU appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
It is recommended that this course HUM 125 appropriate assessment
be taken in the final semester of the Introduction to Mexican Culture Transfers to: CSU
Drug Studies Program and provides This course is designed for students
the student with work experience in Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or who wish to further their understand-
a drug treatment facility. The student appropriate assessment; READ 023 or ing of major Asian cultural contribu-
will apply the concepts and skills appropriate assessment tions to classic and contemporary
gained through their coursework as Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU society. The student will be provided
they serve as an intern in a setting (*Students will receive credit from UC with an interdisciplinary examina-
where drug dependent individuals for only one of the following courses: tion of the most vital Asian literary,
are served. The seminar will focus HUM 125 or HUM 125H) artistic, philosophical, architectural,
on ethics, the further development This course provides an interdisci- religious, political and historical
of counseling skills, and the use of plinary presentation of vital artistic, movements.
community resources. Students must literary, architectural, musical, politi- 3 Units
meet the requirements of the intern- cal, religious and historical move- 54 Lecture hours
ship facility. ments within Mexico spanning from
Student Unpaid Internship: Pre-Cortesian to contemporary times. JAPANESE
120 hours This course is designed for students
Student Paid Internship: who wish to further their under- Division of Communications
150 hours standing of major Mexican cultural & Languages
3 Units and historical developments.
16 Lecture hours 3 Units JAPN 101
120 to 150 Other hours 54 Lecture hours Japanese I
HUMANITIES HUM 125H Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Introduction to Mexican Culture appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
Division of Behavioral Honors appropriate assessment
& Social Sciences Transfers to: UC, CSU
Prerequisite: ENGL 101 with a “C” or This course provides the student
HUM 110 better with an introduction to the Japanese
Survey of Humanities Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate language and culture. The course
assessment stresses oral and written proficiency
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU through fundamental use of the Japa-
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or (*Students will receive credit from UC nese language as well as the Hiragana
appropriate assessment for only one of the following courses: and Katakana script. Students will
Transfers to: UC, CSU HUM 125 or HUM 125H) also receive an introduction to Kanji
This course provides an interdis- This course provides an interdisci- characters. In addition to classroom
ciplinary presentation of cultural plinary presentation of vital artis- discussion, students receive intensive
forces, providing the student with a tic, literary, architectural, musical, individualized oral-aural practice in
comprehensive view of the most vital political, religious and historical the language laboratory via inter-
artistic, literary, philosophical, reli- movements within Mexico spanning active websites, audio CDs, video
gious and architectural movements from pre- Cortesian to contemporary programs, and CD ROMs. Various
within the Western, Eastern and times. This course is designed for facets of Japanese history, culture,
Meso-American traditions from the students who wish to further their and civilization will also be analyzed
Egyptians to the 1500s. This course understanding of major Mexican via cross-cultural comparisons. This
is intended for students who wish cultural and historical developments. course is intended for those inter-
to further their understanding of the This course is designed for students ested in learning to speak Japanese as
major cultural developments from eligible for the Honors program. well as for those seeking a degree in
around the world. 3 Units the Japanese language.
3 Units 54 Lecture hours 4 Units
54 Lecture hours 72 Lecture hours
HUM 130
HUM 111 Contemporary Mexican-American JAPN 102
Survey of Humanities Culture Japanese II
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Prerequisite: Completion of Japanese 101
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or with a “C” or better, or completion of 2
appropriate assessment appropriate assessment years high school Japanese with a “C” or
Transfers to: UC, CSU Transfers to: UC, CSU better
This course provides a contemporary
interdisciplinary examination of the
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Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate Degree/Certificate of Achievement JOUR 231
assessment in Mass Communications with either Digital Magazine Production
Transfers to: UC, CSU Mass Media or Print Media Special-
This course is a continuation of the izations. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
essentials of the Japanese language. 3 Units appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
The course stresses oral and written 54 Lecture hours appropriate assessment
proficiency through fundamental use Transfers to: CSU
of the Japanese language as well as JOUR 147 This course is intended for students
the Hiragana and Katakana script. Broadcast News wanting to learn the production and
Students will further their knowl- management techniques of the col-
edge of Kanji characters. In addition Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or lege online magazine La Cima as an
to classroom discussion, students appropriate assessment; READ 023 or online publication. Students will be
receive intensive individualized oral- appropriate assessment shown basic techniques for writ-
aural practice in the language labora- Transfers to: CSU ing and producing a campus online
tory via interactive websites, audio This course is for students interested magazine. Students will be shown
CDs, video programs, and CD ROMs. in writing for radio and television through lecture and demonstration
Various facets of Japanese history, and is an introduction to the prin- the proper techniques for gathering
culture, and civilization will also be ciples and techniques of broadcast editorial, photo, layout, and video
analyzed via cross-cultural com- news with special reference to the contents for an online magazine and
parisons. This course is intended for gathering and writing of news for entering and placing the information
those interested in learning to speak radio and television, script writing, on the pages of La Cima online.
Japanese as well as for those seeking interviewing, and the procedures and 3 Units
a degree in the Japanese language. techniques of presenting the news 36 Lecture hours
4 Units for broadcast. Each student will be 54 Lab hours
72 Lecture hours assigned to write, direct, edit, and
oversee the production of a video JOUR 241
JOURNALISM broadcast for the college’s digital Newspaper Production I
newspaper during the semester.
Division of Communications 3 Units Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
& Languages 36 Lecture hours appropriate assessment
54 Lab hours Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
JOUR 110 assessment
Digital Photo Journalism JOUR 220 Transfers to: CSU
Advanced Reporting and Writing This course is intended for students
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or wanting to learn production and
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Prerequisite: JOUR 120 with a grade of management techniques for a college
appropriate assessment “C” or better newspaper. Students will partici-
Transfers to: CSU Transfers to: CSU pate in every facet of developing a
This course provides an introduction This course is designed to meet lower newspaper for the college commu-
to students in the process of taking division requirements for Journal- nity by serving as staff writers, staff
photographs using digital cameras, ism majors which are transferrable photographers, editors and layout
digital video cameras, and digital to four-year institutions. JOUR 220 personnel. Students will publish
printing devices, as well as computer is a continuation of JOUR 120 with the college newspaper, El Paisano,
skills, photo-composition, printing an emphasis on improvement of during the semester by having
and scanning techniques using Photo- basic skills. This course concentrates weekly assignments for different
shop for the use of publication, and on writing and editing of more sections of the paper such as: News,
other computer skills related to con- advanced news and feature stories, Features, Arts and Entertainment,
temporary photo journalism. Assign- factual forms for newspapers and Opinion, Advertising and Sports.
ments may include work for college further study of the laws of journal- In addition students may be taking
publications. Class is recommended ism. Students will study methods of photos for special Focus pages. Edi-
for students majoring in journalism preparing material intended for pub- tors will be responsible for designing
or photography. lication in print and online editions of their sections of the newspaper on
3 Units newspapers. days designated by deadline of the
36 Lecture hours 3 Units publication by using Quark Express
54 Lab hours 54 Lecture hours and Photoshop.
4 Units
JOUR 120 (C-ID JOUR 110) JOUR 230 36 Lecture hours
Communications Reporting Magazine Production 108 Lab hours
and Writing
Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or JOUR 242
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or appropriate assessment Digital Newspaper Production I
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
appropriate assessment assessment Prerequisite: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100
Transfers to: UC, CSU Transfers to: CSU or appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
The course is an introduction to the This course includes writing news, appropriate assessment
writing and editing techniques used news features, profile features, Advisory: JOUR 241
in the newspaper industry, with an commentary, and photography for Transfers to: CSU
emphasis on gathering information publication in the college magazine, This course is intended for students
and the principles of clarity and con- La Cima. Students will learn copy- wanting to learn the production
ciseness. Students will use comput- editing, layout/computer design, and management techniques of the
ers during class and lab times. This Photoshop, digital photography, and college newspaper El Paisano as an
course is intended for students who advertising fundamentals through online publication. Students will par-
are pursuing the Associate of Science the process of writing, editing and ticipate in every facet of developing
laying out the college magazine. and gathering the news for the online
294 / Rio Hondo College 3 Units edition of El Paisano during the
36 Lecture hours semester by having daily and weekly
54 Lab hours
2016-2017 Catalog
assignments for different sections JOUR 290 units within a discipline, and may not
of the newspaper such as: News, Cooperative Work Experience/Intern- accumulate more than a total of nine
Features, Arts and Entertainment, ship for Journalism Related Fields (9) units college wide.
Opinion, Advertising, and Sports. 1 to 3 Units
In addition students may be taking Prerequisite: JOUR 120 54 to 162 Lab hours
photos for special slide shows online, Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
developing and producing Radio appropriate assessment; READ 023 or KINESIOLOGY
Podcasts online and developing and appropriate assessment THEORY
producing Video News and Feature Transfers to: CSU
programs online. Editors will be This course supports and reinforces Division of Kinesiology,
appointed and will give out assign- on-the-job training in journalism Dance, and Athletics
ments to staff personnel during the related fields under supervision of
semester and help with the develop- a college instructor and is facilitated KIN 115
ment of each member of the class to by the use of learning objectives. The Fitness Specialist Internship
produce viable online news. student will be working in a skilled
4 Units or professional level assignment in Prerequisite: Instructor approval
36 Lecture hours an area of journalism related fields Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
108 Lab hours and will meet performance objectives appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
related to instruction that are above appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or
JOUR 243 (C-ID JOUR 131) and beyond the conditions of regular MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
Newspaper Production II employment. This course is intended Transfers to: CSU
for students whose intended job is This course will provide students
Prerequisite: JOUR 241 related to the field of journalism and with practical experience in the field
Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate have completed or enrolled in the of exercise and fitness. Emphasis is
assessment appropriate coursework. “Contact the placed on participant screening, eval-
Transfers to: CSU CWE office regarding re-enrollment uation, fitness assessment, exercise
This course is intended for students proceduress” program design, nutrition education,
wanting to continue in an advanced Student Unpaid Internship: self-marketing, social media, fitness
degree the production and man- 1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours; specialist/client relationships and
agement techniques of the college 3 Units/180 hours; 4 Units/240 hours professional responsibility in a fitness
newspaper. Students will continue Student Paid Internship: setting. This course is designed for
writing and producing El Paisano, the 1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours; the student pursuing a career in the
campus newspaper, through contin- 3 Units/225 hours; 4 Units/300 hours. fitness industry, a certificate in the
ued lectures and advanced demon- 1 to 4 Units Fitness Specialist Program, as well as
strations and the proper techniques 3 Lecture hours those interested in furthering their
for writing, proofreading, layout by 60 to 300 Other hours understanding of the effects of exer-
learning Quark Express and photo cise on the mind and body. Instructor
enhancements through Photoshop. JOUR 299 approval is required for enrollment.
Students will be expected to serve in Directed Study: Journalism 1 Unit
leadership roles and cover a major or 18 Lecture hours
public affairs beat. Transfers to: UC, CSU 54 Lab hours
4 Units Independent Study/Directed Study
36 Lecture hours is intended for students who have KIN 122
108 Lab hours the ability to assume responsibil- Nutrition for Sport and Fitness
ity for independent work and to
JOUR 244 (C-ID JOUR 131) prepare written or oral reports and/ Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
Digital Newspaper Production II or appropriate projects. To enroll in appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
an independent study/directed study appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or
Prerequisite: JOUR 242 course, students must possess a 2.5 MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri-
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or overall grade point average, a 3.0 ate assessment
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or grade point average in the discipline Transfers to: CSU
appropriate assessment of study being requested, or receive This course provides an overview
Transfers to: CSU an exception from the instructor. of the role of nutrition to increase
This course is intended for students Independent Studies/Directed Studies energy and enhance performance.
wanting to continue in an advanced may be developed from any topic Nutrient needs before, during, and
degree the production and man- arising from or related to a course of after exercise are evaluated for their
agement techniques of the college study that will result in developing effect on optimal health. Carbohy-
newspaper El Paisano as an online depth and breadth in that subject drate loading, popular diets and
publication. Students will continue to area. Students will be expected to supplementation are discussed. This
work on writing for the online news- meet on a regular basis with their fac- course is designed for the student
paper but will learn, by hands-on ulty sponsor and submit a final report pursuing a career in the fitness
development, actual video broadcasts or project, and student progress shall industry, a certificate in the proposed
by using station video equipment that be evaluated at regular intervals. Fitness Specialist Program, as well as
will encompass the entire Rio Hondo Academic standards for Independent those interested in furthering their
campus and areas of interest within Studies/Directed Studies shall be the understanding of the effects of nutri-
the community. Students will also same as those for other courses. Units tion on the mind and body.
work on KRHC, the student radio sta- are awarded in accordance to Title 3 Units
tion to develop audio news programs V regulations with one unit of credit 54 Lecture hours
for the station. Those students wish- awarded for 54 hours of Directed
ing to may also develop photo slide Studies, six (6) hours of which must Rio Hondo College / 295
presentations of action taken through be with an instructor. The instructor
student activities on campus for the is responsible for monitoring student
online publication. progress through the semester.
4 Units Students may take directed study
36 Lecture hours courses for a maximum of three (3)
108 Lab hours
2016-2017 Catalog
KIN 126 creating an exercise program. This This course provides an overview of
Principles of Strength and Conditioning course is designed for the student the exercise implications for special
pursuing a career in the fitness populations related to age, medical
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or industry or a certificate in the Fitness condition and level of fitness. Empha-
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Specialist Program, as well as those sis is placed on cardiac conditions,
appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or interested in furthering their under- diabetes, physical disabilities, HIV
MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- standing of the effects of exercise on and AIDS, asthma, sensory impair-
ate assessment the body. ments, seniors, children, mentally
Transfers to: CSU 3 Units impaired and pregnant and post-
This course is designed to include 54 Lecture hours partum women and the issues and
the necessary information needed for barriers to exercise. This course is
those intending to teach strength and KIN 131 designed for the student pursuing a
conditioning. The course covers anat- Structure and Analysis of Movement career in the fitness industry, a certifi-
omy and physiology, bioenergetics, cate in the Fitness Specialist Program,
biomechanics, training adaptations, Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or as well as those interested in further-
exercise and equipment selection, appropriate assessment; READ 023 or ing their understanding of the effects
training techniques, program design, appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or of exercise on the mind and body.
and safety factors. This course is MATH 020C or appropriate assessment 2 Units
designed for the student pursuing a Transfers to: CSU 36 Lecture hours
career in the fitness industry, a certifi- This course provides an overview of
cate in the Fitness Specialist Program, the study of movement as it relates KIN 157
or those interested in furthering their to exercise under both normal and Theory of Lifeguard Training and
understanding of the effects of exer- injury conditions. Students will learn Water Safety
cise on the body and mind. the basic anatomical principals used
3 Units specifically in the area of human Prerequisite: Swim 300 yards continu-
54 Lecture hours performance. Emphasis is placed on ously; Tread water for two minutes using
applying body alignment, range of only the legs; Complete timed swimming,
KIN 127 motion, stabilization, and acceleration submersion and retrievel event; Swim
Exercise Physiology principles to the analysis of move- at American Red Cross Learn-to- Swim
ment. This course is designed for Level 4 Proficiency
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or the student pursuing a career in the Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or fitness industry, a certificate in the appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or Fitness Specialist Program, or those appropriate assessment
MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- interested in furthering their under- Transfers to: UC, CSU
ate assessment standing of the biomechanical effects This course is of interest to students
Transfers to: CSU of exercise on the body. who wish to earn the American Red
This course provides an overview 3 Units Cross certifications necessary for
of how the body functions under 54 Lecture hours employment as a pool lifeguard and
conditions of exercise stress and how swimming instructor. This course
fitness training affects health and KIN 145 gives the most current instruction in
wellness. Emphasis will be placed on Theory and Analysis of Fitness American Red Cross (ARC) lifeguard
muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, Instruction training, first aid and cardiopulmo-
bioenergetics, and other physiological nary resuscitation/automated external
processes that are affected by exer- Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or defibrillation (CPR/AED) skills
cise. The effects of various diseases appropriate assessment; READ 023 or and Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
will also be addressed. This course appropriate assessment courses. Upon successful comple-
is designed for the student pursu- Transfers to: CSU tion, students earn certifications
ing a career in the fitness industry, This course provides an introduc- for American Red Cross Lifeguard
a Certificate in the Fitness Special- tion to the principles and techniques Training, CPR/AED for the Profes-
ist Program, or those interested in involved in teaching group exercise sional Rescuer, First Aid for Public
furthering their understanding of the and developing a personal trainer/ Safety Personnel (Title 22), and Water
effects of exercise on the body and client relationship. Emphasis is Safety Instructor. These certifications
mind. placed on client assessment, com- enable students to gain eligibility for
3 Units munication skills, program design, a pool lifeguarding position and to
54 Lecture hours exercise adherence, teaching strate- teach the Learn-to-Swim programs of
gies, and professional responsibility the American Red Cross. Adequate
KIN 128 and liability. This course is designed swimming skills are necessary at the
Fitness Testing and Exercise for the student pursuing a career in Learn-to-Swim Level 4. Students may
Prescription the fitness industry, a certificate in petition to re-enroll in the course to
the Fitness Specialist Program, as renew certifications.
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or well as those interested in furthering 3 Units
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or their understanding of the effects of 36 Lecture hours
appropriate assessment; MATH 050 or exercise on the mind and body. 54 Lab hours
MATH 050D or MATH 053 or appropri- 2 Units
ate assessment 36 Lecture hours KIN 188
Transfers to: CSU Theory and Practice of Coaching
This course provides an overview KIN 146
of how to assess cardiorespiratory Training Principles for Special Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
endurance, muscular strength and Populations appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
endurance, flexibility, body fat, appropriate assessment
pulmonary function, blood pressure, Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or Transfers to: CSU
postural analysis, and functional appropriate assessment; READ 023 or The purpose of this course is to
movement, and evaluate the results. appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or explore the impact that coaches have
Emphasis is placed on determining MATH 020C or appropriate assessment on athletic programs in the com-
the appropriate test, conducting the Transfers to: CSU munity. This course is designed for
test, interpreting the results, and
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all students interested in coaching ther their understanding of handling KIN 196
individual and team sports. The emergency situations. The student Health: Fitness and Wellness
course will cover topics such as role will learn how to give immediate care
of the coach, athlete motivation, to the suddenly injured or ill person. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
coaching leadership, coaching work In addition, students will learn tech- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
teams, coaching technology, and niques for control of bleeding, splint- appropriate assessment
effective coaching practice. At the ing, transporting victims, emergency Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
end of the course, students will have procedures, one person C.P. R. and (*Students will receive credit from UC
more insight into coaching in various the use of an AED. Students will have for only one of the following courses: KIN
athletic programs. the opportunity to apply these techni- 191, KIN 192, or KIN 196)
3 Units cal procedures in class. This course This course is designed for all stu-
54 Lecture hours fulfills the requirements for American dents who are interested in learn-
Red Cross certifications in both Stan- ing the value of life-long, healthy
KIN 191 dard First Aid and Cardiopulmonary lifestyles. Students will be given
Health: Personal Issues Resuscitation (C.P.R.). the tools to assist them in making
3 Units positive life-style changes based on a
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 54 Lecture hours personal health/fitness profile. Topics
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or covered include: basic anatomy and
appropriate assessment KIN 194 (C-ID KIN 100) physiology, nutrition, weight control,
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Introduction to Kinesiology tobacco and alcohol, muscle fitness,
(*Students will receive credit from UC flexibility, stress reduction, and car-
for only one of the following courses: KIN Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or diovascular functioning.
191, KIN 192, or KIN 196) appropriate assessment; READ 023 or 3 Units
This course is designed for all stu- appropriate assessment; MATH 020 or 54 Lecture hours
dents that are physically active and MATH 020C or appropriate assessment
interested in learning how to improve Transfers to: CSU KIN 197
and maintain their personal health. This course is designed for those stu- Prevention and Treatment of
Topics covered include the general dents who are interested in pursuing Athletic Injuries
health principles, nutrition and diet, a career in the field of kinesiology.
physical fitness, stress management, The philosophy, history, ethical and Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
sexuality and reproduction, drug/ scientific foundations of kinesiol- appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
alcohol use and abuse, consumer and ogy will be covered. The concepts of appropriate assessment
safety issues and the process of death. basic movement and performance Transfers to: UC, CSU
Students learn how to develop sound movement in relationship to kinesiol- This course introduces the basic con-
health principles through text read- ogy will be examined. Students will cepts of athletic training, including
ings, lectures, assignments/labs and explore the sub-disciplines of motor instruction for prevention, recogni-
guest speakers. learning, biomechanics, exercise tion, management and treatment
3 Units physiology, sport sociology, sport of common injuries in a physically
54 Lecture hours psychology, and sport nutrition. active population. The skills of basic
Professional career opportunities in strapping, bracing padding and
KIN 192 health/fitness, therapeutic exer- taping for the prevention and sup-
Health: Women’s Personal Health cise, teaching, coaching and sport port of injuries will be presented and
management will be examined. The practiced. This class is recommended
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or challenges for kinesiology, future of for those interested in becoming a
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or kinesiology, sport and health/well- Certified Athletic Trainer.
appropriate assessment ness are also addressed. 3 Units
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU 3 Units 54 Lecture hours
(*Students will receive credit from UC 54 Lecture hours
for only one of the following courses: KIN KIN 290
191, KIN 192, or KIN 196) KIN 195 Cooperative Work Experience/Intern-
This course is designed for all Social Issues/Media in Sport ship for Athletic Training Related
students interested in expanding Fields
their knowledge regarding health Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
problems and social issues unique to appropriate assessment; READ 023 or Prerequisite: KIN 197 and a current CPR
women. Physiological and psycho- appropriate assessment card
logical aspects of nutrition, hygiene, Transfers to: CSU Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or
sexuality and reproduction, drugs This course is designed for students appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
and chemicals, and common diseases who are interested in a career in the appropriate assessment
are among the many topics covered. field of coaching and athletics. This Transfers to: CSU
Guest speakers, videos, current class will study the controversies This course supports and reinforces
events, and text readings will assist and the status of sport in our society. on-the-job training in the field of
the student in developing sound Coaching methodologies and future athletic training under supervision of
health principles. trends in athletics, physical activities, a college instructor and is facilitated
3 Units and physical education/kinesiology by the use of learning objectives. The
54 Lecture hours will be discussed. This class will student will be working in a skilled
examine the relationship between or professional level assignment in
KIN 193 (C-ID KIN 101) sport and media, social media, cul- their area of vocational interest and
Standard First Aid and CPR ture and the economy. An emphasis will meet performance objectives
will be placed on understanding the related to instruction that are above
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or historical and current roles of sport and beyond the conditions of regular
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or in society. employment. This course is intended
appropriate assessment 3 Units for students whose job is related
Transfers to: UC, CSU 54 Lecture hours to the field of athletic training and
This course is designed for students have completed or enrolled in the
pursuing a career working with the
public and for those who want to fur-
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appropriate coursework. “Contact the KINA 102 This beginning level course designed
CWE office regarding re-enrollment Intercollegiate Baseball I for all students will provide instruc-
procedures”. tion in the fundamentals of basketball
Student Unpaid Internship: Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or such as dribbling, passing, shoot-
1 Unit/60 hours; 2 Units/120 hours appropriate assessment; READ 022 or ing, team play, rebounding, defense
Student Paid Internship: appropriate assessment and strategy. Collegiate rules, class
1 Unit/75 hours; 2 Units/150 hours Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU competition, injury prevention and
1 to 2 Units (*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 care, and proper diet and fitness
3 Lecture hours units credit for PE activity courses) needs are included in instruction. The
60 to 150 Other hours This course is designed for the emphasis will be on active participa-
student interested in competing tion, basketball as recreation and skill
KIN 297 in baseball at the collegiate level. development within this team sport.
Advanced Athletic Training Instruction will focus on the introduc- 1 Unit
tion of advanced drills in the area of 54 Lab hours
Prerequisite: KIN 197 offense, defense and pitching. Special
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or attention will be placed on skill KINA 107
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or development and class participation Badminton I
appropriate assessment in preparing students for intercolle-
Transfers to: CSU giate competition. This course may be Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
This course introduces the advanced repeated three times for credit. appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
concepts of athletic training, includ- 1 Unit appropriate assessment
ing instruction for evaluation and 54 Lab hours Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
rehabilitation of common athletic (*The UC will grant a maximum of 4
injuries. Advanced taping and brac- KINA 103 units credit for PE activity courses)
ing techniques will also be presented Softball I This is a beginning badminton class
and practiced. This class is designed designed for the student to gain
for students interested in becoming Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or experience of various degrees of
a Certified Athletic Trainer or those appropriate assessment; READ 022 or competitive play. Instruction in the
who are preparing for a career in any appropriate assessment serve, drive, drop, smash, clears,
allied health care profession. Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU rules and court etiquette are taught so
3 Units (*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 the student can perform at a competi-
54 Lecture hours units credit for PE activity courses) tive level.
This course is designed for the begin- 1 Unit
KINESIOLOGY ning student who wishes to gain the 54 Lab hours
fundamental skills of softball. It is
Division of Kinesiology, designed to present the following KINA 108
Dance, and Athletics skills to the student; throwing, bat- Water Polo I
ting, bunting and defense. Addition-
(For Dance courses – See Dance) Dance- ally, the individual field positions Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
activity courses may be used in place and the responsibilities of team work (*The UC will grant a maximum of 4
of P.E. activity courses to fulfill degree will be emphasized. units credit for PE activity courses)
requirements. 1 Unit This is a course in the fundamen-
54 Lab hours tals and skills of water polo such as
Students may select several different passing, guarding, shooting, team
courses or may enroll in a course and KINA 104 play, and strategy. Rules and class
continue to the next level of the same Volleyball I competition are included.
course. Courses labeled “I” and “II” fall 1 Unit
into the continued instruction category. Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or 54 Lab hours
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or
KINA 101 appropriate assessment KINA 109
Tennis I Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Soccer I
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4
Advisory: ENGL 035 or ENLA 100 or units credit for PE activity courses) Advisory: READ 023 or appropriate
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or This course is a beginning class assessment
appropriate assessment designed to present the basic funda- Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU mental skills and rules of volleyball. (*The UC will grant a maximum of 4
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 The student will have the opportu- units credit for PE activity courses)
units credit for PE activity courses) nity to learn and practice serving, This is a beginning soccer/activ-
This is a beginning tennis class setting, and spiking. The student will ity class designed for all students
designed to take the student to a rec- also participate in team play. This interested in developing the physi-
reational level in skills. Instruction in class is appropriate for students who cal, technical and tactical elements of
the serve, groundstroke, volley, and have never played volleyball, are just the game of soccer. The course will
rules are taught. The student will also learning the game or haven’t played include fundamental skills of soccer
learn how to play doubles and singles for an extended period of time and which include, dribbling, passing,
matches so that the student can com- want to refresh their skills. kicking, collecting and basic concepts
pete on a recreational level. 1 Unit of offensive and defensive tactics.
1 Unit 54 Lab hours Rules of the game, skill practice and
54 Lab hours participating in recreational soccer
KINA 105 matches will be included.
Basketball I 1 Unit
54 Lab hours
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
appropriate assessment
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4
units credit for PE activity courses)
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KINA 110 This is a swimming/fitness course to evaluate the accomplishment of
Futsal (Indoor Soccer) designed to provide the individual stated goals. Offered on a pass/no
who has beginning swimming pass basis.
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or skills an opportunity to master the 1 Unit
appropriate assessment; READ 023 or fundamentals of physical fitness as 54 Lab hours
appropriate assessment they relate to swimming as an aerobic
Transfers to: CSU activity. Emphasis will be placed on KINA 132
This class will provide instruction aerobic training with some training at Aqua Aerobics
and repetition in the technical and the anaerobic threshold and anaero-
tactical components of Futsal (Indoor bic levels. This class is suitable for all Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
Soccer). The Federation of Interna- students interested in swimming as a appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
tional Football Association (FIFA), fitness activity. appropriate assessment
which is the governing body of soccer 1 Unit Transfer to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
in the world and the United States 54 Lab hours (*The UC will grant a maximum of 4
Soccer Federation (USSF), which units credit for PE activity courses)
is the governing body of soccer in KINA 124 This class is designed to utilize the
the United States recognize Futsal Self Defense resistance properties of the water to
as its own sport consisting of a improve muscle tone, flexibility and
smaller, fast-paced technical game. Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or cardiovascular health and endurance
FIFA Futsal Laws of the Game will appropriate assessment; READ 022 or using various exercise movements.
be introduced to the students. The appropriate assessment Further, water buoyancy will help
course will develop skills, provide Transfers to: CSU support the joints and muscles of the
knowledge of the rules and instruct This course is designed for all body, enabling students of all levels
students to demonstrate Futsal tech- students interested in developing of fitness and abilities to participate
niques, recognize tactical situations both personal safety and self-defense in the activity. Students will have the
and improve physical fitness. techniques through scenario and opportunity to improve overall body
1 Unit martial arts training. Through dif- strength and conditioning through
54 Lab hours ferent forms of martial arts training, a sequence of exercises done in the
students will practice both defensive water. Students who are overweight,
KINA 113 and offensive moves against various pregnant, elderly, diabetic, recover-
Golf I forms of attacks. Proficiency in the ing from injuries or who have been
practical, effective, and tactical use of inactive would find this class appro-
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or movement, leverage and strikes will priate, therapeutic, and beneficial to
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or be stressed. their health.
appropriate assessment 1 Unit 1 Unit
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU 54 Lab hours 54 Lab hours
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4
units credit for PE activity courses) KINA 130 KINA 133
Golf I is designed for the begin- Lifelong Fitness Laboratory Wrestling I
ning golfer who wants to gain the
fundamental skills that form the basis Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
of good golf technique. The goal of appropriate assessment; READ 023 or appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
this class is for the student to learn appropriate assessment appropriate assessment
to play a respectable game of golf, to Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
avoid embarrassment, and to enjoy (*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 (*The UC will grant a maximum of 4
time outdoors with friends. Etiquette, units credit for PE activity courses) units credit for PE activity courses)
rules and course play are included. This 45-hour, self-paced physical This wrestling class is designed for
1 Unit fitness laboratory is designed for all the beginner as well as for the student
54 Lab hours students of the college to develop who wishes to increase their knowl-
and encourage positive attitudes and edge and skill through practice and
KINA 117 habits with regards to health-related competition. It is designed to present
Swimming I fitness components, including cardio- the following skills to the student:
vascular fitness, flexibility, and mus- escapes, pinning combination take-
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or cular strength and endurance. Each downs, and strategies. The student
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or student, upon entry, will be assessed will learn basic definitions, terminol-
appropriate assessment for risk factors and medical history, ogy and rules of wrestling. This class
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU as well as body composition, cardio- will include information on proper
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 vascular fitness, muscular strength nutrition and fitness conditioning.
units credit for PE activity courses) and endurance, and flexibility to 1 Unit
This course is a beginning class establish an individual fitness profile. 54 Lab hours
designed to equip students with basic From this profile, an individual exer-
water skills and knowledge in order cise prescription will be developed. KINA 134
to make them reasonably safe while Fitness activity will primarily utilize Cardio Boot Camp
in the water. It is suitable for all stu- exercise equipment organized into an
dents interested in basic swimming. aerobic super circuit with additional Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or
1 Unit activity prescribed in the aerobics appropriate assessment; READ 022 or
54 Lab hours machine area, body parts weight appropriate assessment
training area, and flexibility area. It is Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
KINA 120 expected that the student will attend (*The UC will grant a maximum of 4
Swim for Fitness an average of three 50 minute exer- units credit for PE activity courses)
cise sessions each week. Additional This course is designed for the
Advisory: ENGL 030 or ENLA 034 or assessment at the conclusion of the student who wishes to improve their
appropriate assessment; READ 022 or semester will provide data necessary cardiovascular and core fitness. The
appropriate assessment; KINA 117 student will learn lifelong skills to
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU improve their health. Workout skills
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 such as core strengthening, cardio-
units credit for PE activity courses)
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