SECTION VIII

 

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

 

NURSING

(Health Sciences Division)

 

NURS  50   FOUNDATIONAL NURSING CARE

4 units

Prerequisites: Acceptance in the RN program, Engl 1A, Micro 2, Physo 2A and Physo 2B.

Corequisites: Nurs 50L, Nurs 50S, Nurs 137, Nurs 138.

Introduction of the foundation of nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe, effective health care with culturally diverse patients.  Integrate the professional nursing roles of clinician, teacher, leader, and advocate while demonstrating critical thinking and nursing process in the foundational care of patient response to physiological and psychosocial health conditions including gerontic health. Total of 72 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  50L   FOUNDATIONAL NURSING CARE –

                  CLINICAL

4 units

Corequisite: Nurs 50.

Application of the foundation of nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe, effective health care with culturally diverse patients.  Implement the professional roles of clinician, teacher, leader, and advocate while demonstrating critical thinking and nursing process in the foundational care of patient response to physiological and psychosocial health conditions including gerontics health. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 216 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  50S   FOUNDATIONAL NURSING – SEMINAR

1 unit

Corequisites: Nurs 50, Nurs 50L.

Foundational nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe and effective health care. Critical thinking and the nursing process in the foundational care of patient responses to physiological and psychosocial health conditions of adult and geriatric clients. Total of 18 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  51   BEGINNING NURSING

3 units

Prerequisites: Nurs 50, 50L, Nurs 50S, 137, 138.

Corequisites:  Nurs 51L and Nurs 51S.

Beginning nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe, effective health care with culturally diverse patients. Integrate professional nursing roles of clinician, teacher, leader, and advocate while demonstrating critical thinking and nursing process in the beginning care of patient response to physiological and psychosocial health care conditions, including maternal, newborn, child, adolescent, and adult health. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  51L   BEGINNING NURSING – CLINICAL

5 units

Corequisite: Nurs 51.

Application of beginning nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe, effective health care with culturally diverse patients.  Implement professional roles of clinician, teacher, leader, and advocate while demonstrating critical thinking and nursing process in the beginning care of patient response to physiological and psychosocial conditions, including maternal, newborn, child, adolescent, and adult health. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 270 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  51S   BEGINNING NURSING – SEMINAR

1 unit

Corequisites:  Nurs 51, Nurs 51L.

Beginning nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe and effective health care. Critical thinking and the nursing process in the beginning care of patient responses to physiological and psychosocial health conditions, including maternal, newborn, child, adolescent, and adult health. Total of 18 hours lecture.

Transfer credit: CSU

 

NURS  52   INTERMEDIATE NURSING CARE

3 units

Prerequisites: (1) Nurs 51, 51L, 51S and Physo 2B; or (2) Nurs 210, Physo 2B; and acceptance into the Career Ladder; or (3) 30-Unit Option.

Corequisites: Nurs 52L, 52S.

Intermediate nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe and effective health care with culturally diverse patients.  Integrate professional nursing roles of clinician, teacher, leader, and advocate while demonstrating critical thinking and nursing process in the intermediate care of patient response to physiological, psychosocial, and psychiatric-mental health conditions. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  52L   INTERMEDIATE NURSING CARE –

                  CLINICAL

5 units

Corequisite:  Nurs 52.

Application of intermediate nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe and effective health care with culturally divers patients.  Implement professional nursing roles of clinician, teacher, leader, and advocate while demonstrating critical thinking and nursing process in the intermediate care of patient response to physiological, psychosocial and psychiatric-mental health conditions. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 270 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  52S   INTERMEDIATE NURSING CARE –

                  SEMINAR

1 unit

Corequisites:  Nurs 52, Nurs 52L.

Intermediate nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe and effective health care. Critical thinking and the nursing process in the intermediate care of patient responses to physiological, psychosocial and psychiatric-mental health conditions. Total of 18 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  53   ADVANCED MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING

3 units

Prerequisites: Nurs 52, 52L, 52S.

Corequisites: Nurs 53L, 53S.

Advanced nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe and effective health care with culturally diverse patients. Integrate professional nursing roles of clinician, teacher, leader and advocate while demonstrating critical thinking and nursing process in the advanced care of patient response to physiological and psychosocial health conditions. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  53L   ADVANCED MEDICAL-SURGICAL NURSING

                  – CLINICAL

5 units

Corequisite: Nurs 53.

Application of advanced nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe and effective health care with culturally diverse patients.  Integrate the professional nursing roles of clinician, teacher, leader and advocate while demonstrating critical thinking and nursing process in the advanced care of patient response to physiological and psychosocial health conditions. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 270 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  53S   ADVANCED NURSING – SEMINAR

1 unit

Corequisites: Nurs 53 and Nurs 53L.

Advanced nursing theory and concepts to promote and maintain safe and effective health care. Critical thinking and the nursing process in the advanced care of patient responses to physiologic and psychosocial health conditions of adult and geriatric clients. Total of 18 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

NURS  103   NURSING ASSISTANT

5 units

Prerequisite: Completion of high school 10th grade; minimum age of 16.

Introduction to basic principles of nursing, including the role of the certified nurse assistant on a health care team; gross anatomy and medical terminology; ethics and communication; basic procedural skills with emphasis on gerontology. Six weeks. Pass/no pass grading. For students accepted to the Vocational Nursing program but open to all students. Total of 54 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.

 

NURS  108A   NURSING SKILLS LABORATORY—VN

1 unit

Corequisites: Nurs 125, 125L, 123A.

Review of basic nursing skills. Development and laboratory practice of nursing procedural skills correlated with Nurs 125 and 125L. Utilization of the nursing process in demonstrating critical elements of procedures. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

NURS  108B   NURSING SKILLS LABORATORY—VN

1 unit

Prerequisite: Nurs 108A.

Continued development and progression in the practice of procedural skills associated with Nurs 126 and 126L. Application of the nursing process in the performance of complex technical skills. Pass/no pass grading. Short term class. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

NURS  123A   ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATIONS

2 units

Prerequisite:  Math 401C or 402.

Corequisites: Nurs 108A, 125, 125L.

Introduction to principles of medication administration, classification of drugs, drug actions, and side effects.  Role and responsibilities of the vocational nurse in the interpretation of drug orders, dosage calculation, and administration of medications.  Recommended: Pre-Algebra math skill; be able to compute basic math and do metric system conversions. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

NURS  123B   ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATIONS

2 units

Prerequisite: Nurs 123A. 

Corequisites: Nurs 126, 126L.

Continued studies in the administration of medications, classification of drugs, drug actions and side effects.  Role and responsibilities of the vocational nurse in administration of medications.  Calculation of intravenous rats and management of intravenous fluids for the vocational nurse.  Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

NURS  125   FUNDAMENTALS OF VOCATIONAL 

                   NURSING—THEORY

5 units

Prerequisites: Nurs 103, Nutri 11 or 125; Psych 102 or 24; and enrollment in or completion of Physo 100.

Corequisites: Nurs 108A, 123A, 125L, 125S.

Introduction to the fundamentals of vocational nursing. Theory common to the care of adult medical/surgical clients. Introduction to the components of the nursing process. Concepts of communication in a multicultural environment. Total of 90 hours lecture.

 

NURS  125L   FUNDAMENTALS OF VOCATIONAL 

                    NURSING—CLINICAL

5 units

Prerequisite: Nurs 137.

Corequisites: Nurs 108A, 123A, 125.

Introduction and application of basic vocational nursing skills. Application of nursing theory and the nursing process to the care of individuals in hospitals and community agencies. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 270 hours laboratory.

 

NURS  125S   FUNDAMENTALS OF VOCATIONAL

                    NURSING – SEMINAR

1 units

Corequisites:  Nurs 125, 125L, 108A, 123A.

Introduction to the concepts of communication necessary to the care of adult and geriatric medical, surgical, and psychiatric clients at the beginning vocational level. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

NURS  126   INTERMEDIATE VOCATIONAL 

                  NURSING—CLINICAL

5 units

Prerequisites: Nurs 108A, 123A, 125, 125L, 125S.

Corequisites: Nurs 108B, 123B, 126L, 126S.

Progression in vocational nursing. Theory common to adult medical/surgical clients. Elaboration on the nursing process and concepts of communication in a multicultural environment. Total of 90 hours lecture.

 

NURS  126L   INTERMEDIATE VOCATIONAL

                    NURSING—CLINICAL

5 units

Corequisites: Nurs 126.

Application of nursing theory and skills to the care of individuals experiencing complex medical/surgical conditions. Progressive use of the nursing process. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 270 hours laboratory.

 

NURS  126S   INTERMEDIATE VOCATIONAL NURSING –

                   SEMINAR

1 unit

Prerequisites:  Nurs 108A, 123A, 125, 125L, 125S.

Corequisites:  Nurs 126, 126L, 108B, 123B.

Continuation and progression in vocational nursing theory and concepts common to the care of complex adult medical/surgical clients at the intermediate vocational nursing level. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

NURS  127   ADVANCED VOCATIONAL NURSING—

                   THEORY

6 units

Prerequisites: Nurs 108B, 123B, 126, 126L.

Corequisite: Nurs 127L.

Continuation and progression in vocational nursing. Theory common to the care of maternal-child, pediatric, and medical-surgical clients. Concepts of emergency and disaster nursing, leadership and supervision. Current trends in vocational nursing, legal, ethical issues and career opportunities. Twelve weeks. Total of 108 hours lecture.

 

NURS  127L   ADVANCED VOCATIONAL NURSING—

                    CLINICAL

4 units

Corequisite: Nurs 127.

Application of nursing theory to the care of maternal/child, pediatric, and adult medical/surgical clients. Integration of nursing process into the role of vocational nurse leader. Role of the vocational nurse in an emergency setting. Twelve weeks. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 216 hours laboratory.

 

NURS 137   PHARMACOLOGY: DRUGS AND SOLUTIONS

1 unit

Prerequisite: Math 400B or 401C or 402 (or higher level).

Corequisite: Nurs 50.

Introduction to principles of drug administration in clinical nursing practice. Interpretation of drug orders, medication forms, and calculation of medicine doses. Short term class. Total of 13½ hours lecture and 13½ hours laboratory.

 

NURS 138   PHARMACOLOGY: PROCESS AND

                 PROBLEMS

1 unit

Prerequisite: Nurs 137.  

Corequisite: Nurs 50.

The role of the nurse in medication administration. Focus on drug information to enhance safe and effective use of over-the-counter and prescription medications. Current issues related to drug therapy explored. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

NURS  200   NURSING LABORATORY

1 unit

Prerequisite: Enrollment or awaiting readmission in a Nursing, Emergency Medical Technology or Radiologic Technology course.

Development of nursing skills and concepts in a laboratory setting. Maximum credit 6 units, 1 unit each semester. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

NURS  201   BASIC STRAGETIES FOR SUCCESS IN

                   NURSING EDUCATION

1 units

Development of skills essential for success specific to nursing education including study habits, learning styles, time management, use of nursing texts, information organization, test taking strategies and utilization of resources. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

NURS  202   BASIC CLINICAL SKILLS

3 units

Prerequisite:  Enrollment in Nursing program.

Development of nursing skills and concepts in a supervised clinical setting of an acute hospital. Includes review of clinical skills and principles of nursing care taught in previous course(s) as well as application of the nursing process to assigned patients. Maximum credit 12 units, 3 units each semester. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 18 hours lecture and 144 hours laboratory.

 

NURS  210   ROLE TRANSITION TO REGISTERED

                  NURSING

1 ¹/₂ units

Prerequisite: Acceptance into Licensed Vocational Nurse Based Registered Nursing program.

Nursing concepts, judgments, and practices related to the role transition of the licensed vocational nurse to the registered nurse. Total of 27 hours lecture.

 

NURS  211   BASIC CARDIAC DYSRHYTHMIAS

1 unit

Provides nurses, paramedics, and other health care providers with an opportunity to become proficient in interpreting and applying basic cardiac dysrhythmias in clinical practice. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

NURS  213   INTRAVENOUS THERAPY AND

                   BLOOD WITHDRAWAL

1 unit

Prerequisites:  Nurs 51, 51L or Nurs 126 or 126L.

This course covers basic concepts, principles, and techniques of I.V. therapy and blood withdrawal. Emphasis is on the acquisition of venipuncture and blood withdrawal skills. Course approved by the BRN and BVNPTE for continuing education hours. Pass/no pass grading.  Short term class.  Total of 9 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.

 

 

NUTRITION

(Health Sciences Division)

 

NUTRI  11   HUMAN NUTRITION

3 units

Nutrition from birth through old age. Relationship of diet to physical activity and body functions. Caloric foods, minerals and vitamins. Total of 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

 

PHILOSOPHY

(Social Sciences Division)

 

PHILO  1   INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY

3 units

Introduction to the most troublesome questions:  meaning, existence, truth, reasoning, perception, intuition, morality, god, self, mind. Appropriate readings.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  3   ETHICS

3 units

An analysis from the philosophical point of view of the nature of morality and moral judgments; study of the major ethical systems; theories of conduct; theories of value; the moral virtues; science and morality; ethical relativism. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  7   CONTEMPORARY MORAL PROBLEMS

3 units

Nature of value. Concepts of choice, obligations, moral standards; types of ethical theory. Analysis of such concepts as justice, freedom, the state; various types of political theory. Total of  54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  8   PHILOSOPHY AND HUMANNESS

3 units

The essence of human nature: reason, desire, work, freedom and organism; some deficiencies in human nature: sin, ignorance, neurosis, alienation; means for changing human nature: redemption, education, therapy, social reconstruction.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  20   INDEPENDENT STUDY

1 unit

Prerequisites: One semester of philosophy and permission of department chairperson.

Individual research projects; emphasis on library research and preparation of research papers. Maximum credit 3 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHILO  20A   HISTORY OF ANCIENT PHILOSOPHY

3 units

Beginnings of philosophy and science in Greece; Socrates, Plato, Aristotle; philosophies in Roman Empire; developments to St. Thomas Aquinas. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  20B   HISTORY OF MODERN PHILOSOPHY

3 units

Philosophical systems of Renaissance; rationalism in Descartes, Spinoza and Leibniz; empiricism in Locke, Berkeley and Hume; Kant and post-Kantian philosophers; 20th century developments. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  25   INTRODUCTION TO CRITICAL THINKING

3 units

Prerequisite: Engl 1A.

An introduction to critical thinking skills and techniques of critical analysis in written form. Course will include applications of critical reasoning skills in everyday situations and seek to develop the ability to integrate the principles of critical thinking with the techniques of effective written argument. A total of 6,000 to 8,000 words will be required during the semester in a variety of written assignments. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  30   LOGIC

3 units

Elementary thought processes, both deductive and inductive, emphasis on definition, verification, evidence, validity, forms of argument and of fallacious reasoning.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  31   CONTEMPORARY CHICANO PHILOSOPHY

3 units

Survey of Mexican philosophy; emphasis on contemporary developments; implications of Mexican thought for the Mexican-American. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  33   INTRODUCTION TO SYMBOLIC LOGIC

3 units

Elements of symbolic logic; sentential and quantificational; forms of reasoning; structure of language. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  37   PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGION

3 units

Nature of the religious experience; content of religious studies. Relationship of religion to philosophy and science. Role of reason and faith; arguments for God’s existence; meaning of evil; beliefs in immortality. Religion as a social and political force. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHILO  110   SKILLS FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS

                    IN PHILOSOPHY

1 unit

Development of essential study techniques for success in philosophy courses; orientation to applications of computer-based technologies in philosophy; time management; textbook mastery, lecture outlining, test taking, and critical analysis.  Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

 

PHOTOGRAPHY

(Visual Arts and Media Studies Division)

 

PHOTO  21   ELEMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Basic principles of black and white photography as an expressive medium: cameras, composition, exposure meters, film, film development, wet lab darkroom printing, and introduction to photographic genres. Genres covered will include conceptual, documentary, fashion, landscape, photojournalism, portrait, staged, still life, and street photography. Total of 36 hours lecture and 99 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHOTO  22A   BLACK AND WHITE LARGE FORMAT

                    FINE ARTS PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 21.

Relationship between fine arts and commercial techniques in black and white photography. View camera, normal and wide angle lenses; chemistry of black and white development, print retouching and toning. Fine arts and commercial assignments in large format photography including lighting techniques in the studio and environmental photography. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PHOTO  22B   COLOR LARGE FORMAT FINE ARTS

                    PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units 

Prerequisite: Photo 23A.

Relationship between fine arts and commercial techniques in color photography. View camera, normal and wide angle lenses; chemistry of color development, print retouching. Fine arts and commercial assignments in studio and environmental photography with the large format camera. Contemporary trends in fine arts and commercial color photography. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PHOTO  23A   COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 21.

Color negative and print laboratory work with emphasis on both technical and aesthetic aspects of the color photography medium. Recommended Art 50A-B. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PHOTO  23B   ADVANCED COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 23A.

Advanced color printing laboratory work: direct positive printing procedures, experimental color processes and advanced portfolio preparation and presentation. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PHOTO  24A   EXPERIMENTAL PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 21.

Principles of design and composition studied through representational and non-representational forms. Grain, blur, high contrast, soft focus, arbitrary color, b/w infrared film, sequential imagery, Sabattier and flashed printmaking, macro techniques, screens, photograms, magazine transfers and sequential strip imagery. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PHOTO  24B   EXPERIMENTAL PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 21.

Design and composition through representational and non-representational forms. Multiple exposure, sandwiching, high key, step printing, Marshall’s oils, constructive and modular imagery, b/w and color posterization, cyanotype, blending and photomontage, collaged positives and color key. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PHOTO  25   FILM ART

3 units

Aesthetic and technical analysis of camera, lighting, sound, direction and structure in short and feature films with an emphasis on innovation. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

 

PHOTO  26A   BEGINNING FILMMAKING - ELECTRONIC

3 units

Introduction to basic motion picture procedures utilizing VHS video systems. Emphasis on film theory, camera and editing techniques, and script development. Short dramatic and documentary group projects. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHOTO  26B   INTERMEDIATE FILMMAKING -

                    ELECTRONIC

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 26A.

Intermediate motion picture production. Editing of picture and sound utilizing adjustable iris camcorders. Individual and group projects selected from the following: commercials, experimental, documentary and dramatic film forms. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHOTO  26C   ADVANCED FILMMAKING

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 26B.

Advanced video or 16mm group motion picture production. Concentration on the roles of director of photography, camera operator, unit production manager, sound crew and editor in the production of short films. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PHOTO  27   CINEMATOGRAPHY

3 units

Introduction to the fundamental technical and aesthetic principles of motion picture photography. Practical training in the use of motion picture cameras. Introduction to image control through exposure, lighting, and selection of film, camera, lens, and filters. Examination of the cinematographer as a visual storyteller to develop a broader understanding of the balance between artist and technician. Examination of the different crew positions and processes of the camera crew. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHOTO  30   INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL IMAGE

                  EDITING

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 21 or one of the following: Art 31A, Art 40, Art 50B, Art 56, GRCOM 30, GRCOM 35, GRCOM 220, GRCOM 245A or placement based on the Photography assessment process.

Recommended Preparation: Photo 23A and either 24A or 24B.

Introduction to artistic image editing using industry standard digital image editing software for photographers, illustrators and graphic designers. Techniques to scan, edit, retouch, paint, mask, manipulate, and output digital imagery. Recommended enrollment in Art 110D. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

PHOTO  31   BEGINNING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisite:  Photo 21 or placement based on the Photography  assessment process.

Recommended preparation: Enrollment in Art 110D.

Introduction to photography using a hand held digital camera. Develop concepts and skills in digital exposure, control of light, image editing and management, as well as output for print and screen. Emphasis on the aesthetic and conceptual issues of digital photography. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PHOTO  33   PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 21 or placement based on the art assessment process.

Exploration of the fundamentals of portrait photography in the context of a variety of locations. Emphasis on planning, interpreting, and presenting a portrait photographically. Medium format film cameras, advanced printing techniques as well as in studio lighting set-ups using hot lights, strobes, electronic metering will be covered. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

Transfer credit: CSU; UC

 

PHOTO  40   FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 31 or placement based on the art assessment process.

Commercially oriented course with assignments covering fashion and fashion specific product photography in the studio and on location to produce a photograph that sells an idea, product, or service. Fundamentals of studio photography including strobes, electronic metering, digital SLR and lighting for fashion. Business practices in commercial and editorial photography will be discussed. Students are expected to become visually and technically competent with artificial light sources in the studio. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit under review.

 

PHOTO  100   HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Historical trends of the medium from its inception to the present, including historical context, technical innovations and aesthetic concerns. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

PHOTO  120   COLOR SLIDE AND DIGITAL

                    PHOTOGRAPHY

2 units

Recommended preparation: Enrollment in Art 110D.

Composing, lighting, shooting and presenting color transparencies; electronic flash, color temperature filters, push processing and lens variation; copying to improve composition and color balance. Theory of digital imaging: camera, scanning, importing and exporting of digital files. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

 

PHOTO  121   ELEMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 21 or placement based on the art assessment process.

Multi-filter projection printing, lighting, aesthetics, lens variations and introduction to color. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

 

PHOTO  126   DIGITAL FILM NARRATIVE

3 units

Prerequisites: Photo 26A.

Practical and aesthetic construction of motion pictures using the principles and techniques of computer based non-linear editing for film, video, and multimedia. Recommended enrollment in Art 110D. Maximum credit 6 units,  3 units each semester. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

 

PHOTO  127   ADVANCED CINEMATOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisites:  Photo 26A and Photo 27.

Recommended preparation:  Photo 126.

Advanced training and study of techniques and aesthetics in use of motion picture cameras and lighting equipment for those considering a professional career in cinematography. Advanced study of scene creation as well as overall visual design of an entire film. In-depth examination of the different crew positions of the camera crew combined with practical experience. Creation of work for professional portfolio. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

 

PHOTO 130   ADVANCED DIGITAL IMAGE EDITING

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 30.

Advanced concepts and techniques in digital image editing for artists. An in depth examination of producing complex masks and selections from existing channel information. Students will explore many of the advanced features of industry standard digital image editing software. Emphasis is on students incorporating advanced digital image editing techniques into their existing art practice. Recommended enrollment in Art 110D. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

 

PHOTO  131   ZONE SYSTEM OF PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisite: Photo 21 or high school photography or placement based on the art assessment process.

Application of “zone-system” to roll film; experience in grain-size control and compositional changes as a result of focal length variation; mixing of electronic flash and reciprocal light sources. Recommended enrollment in Art 110D. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

 

PHOTO  132   ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisites: Photo 30 and Photo 31, or placement based on the Photography assessment process.

Recommended Preparation: Enrollment in Art 110D.

Advanced practices in digital photography. Studio capture techniques for product and portrait photography. Advanced principles of color management, software-based digital image editing and compositing of images, and printing. Emphasis on the intersection of professional photographic technique and digital image editing. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

 

PHOTO  135   ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisites: One of the following: 1) Photo 23A, 122A AND  Photo 22A or 24A or 24B; OR 2) portfolio presentation; OR 3) placement based on the Photography  assessment process.

Recommended preparation: Enrollment in Art 110D.

Creation of a portfolio leading to job training or fine arts school.  Black and white, color, digital and studio and location photography with concept and technique both emphasized.  Beginning research into editorial, commercial or fine arts job market.  Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 36 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

PHOTO  136   VIDEO FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS

3 units

Prerequisites: Photo 21 or Journ 21.

Recommended Preparation: Photo 31 or Photo 23A. Enrollment in Art 110D.

Introduction for photographers to the technical skills and conceptual fundamentals to produce video content. Exploration of current video project types created by professional still photographers. Examination of the similarities and differences between still photography and motion pictures. Introduction to basic video production procedures. Emphasis on fundamental technical knowledge, conceptualization, camera operation, sound recording, lighting, editing and delivery techniques for video. Projects may include event documentation, creating a companion video for a series of still photographs, and/or creating a short narrative video. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

 

PHOTO  140   PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES FOR

                   PHOTOGRAPHERS

3 units

Prerequisites: One of the following: 1) Photo 30 and one of the following: Photo 22A or Photo 23B or Photo 24A or Photo 24B or Photo 31 or Photo 33 or Photo 40 or Photo 122A or Photo 130 or Photo 135 or portfolio presentation; OR 2) placement based on the Photography assessment process.

Introduction to principles and practices within the photography field for hire or exhibition to empower students to identify and achieve professional photographic objectives. Topics include how to obtain preparatory work experience, getting gallery representation, establishing a photographic business, basic financial practices, and legal issues. Recommended basic word processing and spreadsheet skills. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

PHOTO  171A   EXPLORING TOPICS IN PHOTOGRAPHY

3 units

Exploratory course: Specific topic identified in Schedule of Classes.

Lecture focusing on topics of current and general interest. Maximum credit 12 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

PHOTO  171B   EXPLORING TOPICS IN PHOTOGRAPHY

2 units

Exploratory course: Specific topic identified in Schedule of Classes.

Lecture, discussion, and lab focusing on topics of current and general interest. Maximum credit 8 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

PHOTO  171C   EXPLORING TOPICS IN PHOTOGRAPHY

1 unit

Exploratory course: Specific topic identified in Schedule of Classes.

Course focuses on topics of current and general interest. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

 

 

PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITY

(Kinesiology, Health and Athletics Division)

 

Scope

The program consists of intercollegiate activities and physical education activity courses.

Credit Toward Associate Degrees

In addition to the two units of physical education activity required for the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree, a student may elect additional courses. Unless otherwise noted, maximum credit in any one course is 2 units. Maximum allowable credit in any sequence is 4 units.

Lockers and Towels

Locker room and shower facilities are provided. Students must bring their own towel.

Attire

Students will be expected to change into clothes which allow freedom of movement and are appropriate to the activity. Tennis shoes are required for most classes.

Requirements for registration in Intercollegiate Sports

Any student desiring to compete in any intercollegiate sport should enroll in one of the sections of the intercollegiate sport in which he or she intends to participate.

Athletic Eligibility — Men and Women

A student participating in intercollegiate athletic competition must present a certificate from the College physician stating that he or she is physically fit to participate in the activity for which he or she is a candidate. To be eligible for competition, a student must meet the rules and regulations of the Mission and South Coast Conferences and the Athletic Code of the California Association of Community Colleges. The Athletic Director and the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs maintain copies of the code in their respective offices.

 

Athletic Equipment

The department is charged with responsibility for buying, distributing, collecting and storing all athletic equipment provided for the teams and distributed to all candidates for athletic squads. Upon accepting any equipment, the student agrees to return it at the close of the athletic season or at the time of his or her withdrawal from the squad, or to pay for the article or articles if not returned.

 

PEACT  3A   BEGINNING SWIMMING I

1 unit

Basic swimming and safety skills for non-swimmers. Instruction to include orientation to the water, floating and kicking on front and back, arm stroking for front and back, and rhythmic breathing. Safety skills to include treading water, survival float, reaching techniques and pool safety rules. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  3B   ADVANCED BEGINNING SWIMMING II

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 3A or American Red Cross Level III Lifesaving certificate.

Build on the foundations established in Beginning Swimming I. More emphasis will be placed on stroke development and breathing coordination. Underwater swimming, jumping into the pool, and basic rescue. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  3C   INTERMEDIATE SWIMMING

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 3B or American Red Cross Level IV Lifesaving certificate.

Strokes included will be elementary backstroke, breaststroke, and sidestroke. Front crawl and back crawl for increased distances. Diving from the side of the pool, turns, and CPR are introduced. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  3D   ADVANCED SWIMMING AND DIVING

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 3C or American Red Cross Level IV Lifesaving certificate.

All strokes taught in beginning, advanced beginning, and intermediate will be perfected. Diving from the board and the butterfly stroke will be taught. Introductory life guarding and rescue skills will be introduced. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  3E   DISTANCE SWIMMING FOR FITNESS

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 3C or 3D.

A physical fitness program based on progressive distance swims using the front crawl. For students with the ability to swim 500 yards in 12 minutes or less. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  27   ADAPTED FITNESS ACTIVITIES

1 unit

Prerequisite: Recommendation by Disabled Students Programs and Services or Student Health Services.

Emphasis on exercises to increase level of physical, motor and postural fitness through training with weights, stretching exercises and relaxation techniques. For students unable to participate in regular physical education activities because of temporary or permanent limitations. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  28A   BEGINNING AQUATIC FITNESS

                   ACTIVITIES

1 unit

Physical fitness activities in the pool. Swimming skill not necessary. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  28B   INTERMEDIATE AQUATIC FITNESS

                   ACTIVITIES

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 28A.

Intermediate physical fitness activities in the pool. Swimming skills not necessary. Total of 54 hours laboratory. 

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  29A   BODY BUILDING

1 unit

Improvement of muscular development and physical fitness through use of resistive exercises; training with barbells and dumbbells. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  29B   INTERMEDIATE BODY BUILDING

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 29A.

Improvement of muscular development and physical fitness through the use of weight lifting and physical conditioning exercises. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  29C   ADVANCED BODY BUILDING

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 29B.

Improvement of muscular development and physical fitness through use of resistive and isometric exercises and through circuit training. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  30   FITNESS TESTING AND INDEPENDENT

                 EXERCISE

1 unit

Testing to determine individual fitness level. Goals established and fitness program designed for each individual. Periodic retesting after independent exercise to determine if goals are being met. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PEACT  32A   BEGINNING FITNESS ACTIVITIES

1 unit

Emphasis on achieving an improved level of physical performance through basic training with weights, circuits, aerobics and stretching programs. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  32B   INTERMEDIATE FITNESS ACTIVITIES

1 unit 

Recommended preparation: PEAct 32A.

Emphasis on improving individual performance in the areas of strength and muscle tone, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, relaxation and body composition. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  32C   ADVANCED FITNESS ACTIVITIES

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 32B.

Improvement in individual fitness levels through advanced activities. Emphasis on a well balanced program of physical activities designed to enhance endurance, flexibility, strength, cardiovascular efficiency, and weight distribution based on a selected exercise program, aerobic work, nutritional information, circuit training, stretching and relaxation. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  33   STRETCHING FITNESS ACTIVITY

1 unit

Emphasis on achieving and improving level of flexibility through basic stretching exercises. Total of 54 hours laboratory. 

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  34A   SELF DEFENSE

1 unit

Techniques to develop the basic knowledge, attitudes and skills of self defense. Total of 54 hours laboratory. Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  34B   INTERMEDIATE SELF-DEFENSE

1 unit

Intermediate techniques to increase the knowledge, attitudes, body movements and skills used in self-defense. Maximum credit 2 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  36   AEROBIC FITNESS

1 unit

An introduction to the basic principles and techniques of cardiovascular fitness by using a combination of rhythmic movement and low impact aerobics. Students will also work to improve their muscular strength and tone through the use of calisthenics and/or hand weight circuits. Proper nutrition and a healthy diet for peak performance are emphasized. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  37   POLICE-FIRE AGILITY TRAINING

1 unit

Instruction and practice in the skills required to complete police and fire departments’ physical agility tests. Techniques on how to scale a six foot smooth wall, an eight foot chain link fence, drag a 165 pound dummy from behind the steering wheel of a vehicle; unwind, drag and coil 150 pounds of fire hose. Weight lifting for upper body strength and general physical conditioning. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  38   CARDIOVASCULAR CONDITIONING

1 unit

Achievement of physical fitness and efficiency of the cardiovascular system by utilizing aerobic point system, fartlek training, internal training, parcourse, obstacle course and various exercise techniques. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  39A   CYCLING FOR FITNESS - OUTDOOR

1 unit

Basic cardiovascular fitness through cycling: general cycling, fast cycling, sprints, intervals and hill climbing. Cycling safety, bike fit, minor repair instruction and cycling etiquette. Student must provide own bicycle. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  39B   CYCLING FOR FITNESS - STATIONARY,

                   INDOOR

1 unit

Basic cardiovascular fitness through cycling: general cycling, fast cycling, sprints, intervals and hill climbing. Cycling safety, bike fit, heart rate training. Incorporates a choreographed workout on a specially designed stationary bicycle, using music and fundamental cycling techniques. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  46A   BEGINNING BADMINTON

1 unit

Instruction in the basic strokes of badminton: clears, drops, smash, around the head clear shot, short and long serves. Rules, strategy, playing terms and etiquette for singles and doubles play. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  46B   INTERMEDIATE BADMINTON

1 unit

Review of the basic skills presented in the beginning class: the overhead and underhand clears, the drop, the smash, and short and long serves. Introducing the flick serve, drive serve, the backhand serve, cross court net drops, half smash, the forehand and backhand drives and the round head smash and drop. Emphasis will be placed on conditioning and skill development. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  46C   ADVANCED BADMINTON

1 unit

Review previous strokes from beginning and intermediate levels of badminton. The backhand cross court drop, the fast drop, net brush shots and advanced service returns. Emphasis will be on deception in holding shots, execution and placement. Conditioning and on-court drills will be stressed. Court strategy for the game of mixed doubles and advanced strategy for singles and doubles play. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  48A   BEGINNING FENCING

1 unit

Basic foil fencing fundamentals and techniques. Conditioning for fencing. Emphasis on beginning bouting, strategy, etiquette, tournament fencing, directing, judging and scoring. Total of 54 hours laboratory. 

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  48B   INTERMEDIATE FENCING

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 48A.

Introduction to electric foil. Principles of strength and endurance. Intermediate foil skills: footwork, bladework and body mechanics. Emphasis on intermediate bouting strategy, etiquette, tournament fencing, directing, judging and scoring. Total of 54 hours laboratory. 

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  48C   ADVANCED FENCING

1 unit 

Recommended preparation: PEAct 48B.

Advanced foil skills, techniques and conditioning. Introduction to electric epee and sabre. Emphasis on advanced electric and beginning epee bouting strategy, etiquette, tournament fencing, directing, judging and scoring. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  49A   BEGINNING GOLF

1 unit

Basic techniques, rules and etiquette. Off campus for driving range, putting practice and playing on a “par 3” golf course.  Required instructional trips. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  49B   INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED GOLF

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 49A.

Review of basic techniques, rules and etiquette. Off campus for driving range, putting practice, advanced stroke practice, establishing handicaps, basics of team play and playing on a full golf course. Required instructional trips. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  53   TABLE TENNIS

1 unit

Basic techniques for forehand and backhand strokes, the serve and volley. Strategy for doubles and singles play. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  54A   BEGINNING TENNIS

1 unit

Development of basic ground strokes: forehand and backhand drives; basic volley and serve; rules and scoring; court etiquette. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  54B   INTERMEDIATE TENNIS

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 54A.

Development of strokes: forehand and backhand drives, spin serves, overhead strokes; ball, top and back spins; rules; strategy at the intermediate level. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  54C   ADVANCED TENNIS

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 54B.

Development of strokes; lob, smash, spin; approach to net; advanced game strategy. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  65A   BEGINNING BASKETBALL

1 unit

Rules; techniques; passing, dribbling, pivoting, footwork and various types of shots; team play and strategy of game. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  65B   INTERMEDIATE BASKETBALL

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 65A.

Rules; skills and techniques; passing, dribbling and shooting; strategy of team play. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  65C   ADVANCED BASKETBALL

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 65B.

Rules; skills and techniques; passing, dribbling and shooting; zone, man to man, and pressing defense; high and low post and motion offense. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  69   SOCCER

1 unit

Rules; techniques; passing, dribbling, footwork and various types of shots; team play and strategy of game. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  81A   BEGINNING VOLLEYBALL

1 unit

Basic techniques, rules and simple strategies. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  81B   INTERMEDIATE VOLLEYBALL

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 81A.

Review of fundamental skills; strategies and techniques. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  81C   ADVANCED VOLLEYBALL

1 unit

Recommended preparation: PEAct 81B.

Advanced skills: techniques, positions and strategies. High level of competition through tournament play. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  82A-E   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS

5 units

Opportunity for improvement in fundamental skills of sports and knowledge of rules: baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball and water polo. Maximum credit 5 units in any combination of PEACT 82A-E, 1 unit each semester. Each course 1 unit and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  83A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—

                      BASEBALL

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips.  Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 83A-C, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  84A-D   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—

                      BASKETBALL

8 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips.  Maximum credit 8 units in any combination of PEACT 84A-D, 2 units each semester.  Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  85A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—

                   CROSS COUNTRY

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips.  Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 85A-C, 2 units each semester.  Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  86A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—

                     FOOTBALL

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips.  Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 86A-C, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  87A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—GOLF

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips.  Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 87A-C, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  89A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—SOCCER

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 89A-C, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  90A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—SOFTBALL

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 90A-C, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  91A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—

                      SWIMMING

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 91A-C, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  92A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—TENNIS

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 92A-C, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  93A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—

                      TRACK AND FIELD

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 93A-C, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  94A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—

                      VOLLEYBALL

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 94A-C, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  95A-C   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS—

                      WATER POLO

6 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 95A-C, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  96A   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS –

                   BADMINTON

2 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 96A-B, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations.See counselor.

 

PEACT  96B   INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS –

                   BADMINTON

2 units

Basic and advanced techniques, strategy and rules. Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 6 units in any combination of PEACT 96A-B, 2 units each semester. Each course 2 units and 180 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PEACT  110   PEP SQUAD & CHEER

1 unit

Prerequisite: Audition.

Basic techniques of cheerleading, songleading, and pep squad.   Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester.   Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

PHYSICAL EDUCATION THEORY

(Kinesiology, Health and Athletics Division)

 

PETH  2   INTRODUCTION TO ATHLETIC

              TRAINING

3 units

The history of the athletic training profession, the role of the athletic trainer as part of the sports medicine team, nutrition, emergency management, risk management and injury assessment domains will be introduced. Lab: injury prevention principles and techniques for the application of protective taping/bracing, stretching, therapeutic exercise and testing, and environmental conditions/illnesses. Total 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  3   INTRODUCTION TO HEALTH, PHYSICAL 

              EDUCATION, RECREATION AND DANCE

3 units

Introduction to the history and significance of health, physical education, recreation and dance.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  5   FIRST AID - RESPONDING TO EMERGENCIES

3 units

Provides the knowledge and skill necessary in an emergency to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives. American Red Cross certificates will be issued to successful candidates in First Aid Responding to Emergencies and Adult CPR.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  6   AQUATIC CERTIFICATION

4 units

Prerequisites: Swimming skills equivalent to the ARC Swimmers Certificate, ability to swim 500 yards continuously, and ARC Basic or Emergency Water Safety Certificate or ARC Safety training for swim coaches.

Theory and practice of swimming strokes, diving, lifesaving, teaching methods and emergency procedures. Preparation for and completion of tests for American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor, First Aid, Community CPR, CPR/BLS and Instructor Candidate Training Certificates. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH 14   WELLNESS FOR LIFE

3 units

Emphasis on wellness through the lens of reduced obesity and body fat percentage, nutrition, personal responsibility, healthy lifestyle choices and positive behavioral change. Physical, emotional, psychological, spiritual, social, occupational and environmental influences. Maximum credit: 9 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit under review.

 

PETH  20   INDEPENDENT STUDY

1 unit

Prerequisite: Completion of any PETh course and approval of student project on topics in physical education.

Student project on topics in physical education; emphasis on research techniques; written reports. Maximum credit 2 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  27C   EARLY CHILDHOOD PHYSICAL EDUCATION

2 units

Creative movement, perceptual motor and rhythmic experiences suitable for preschool children; ideas for equipment; evaluating and individualizing activities, assessing and selecting equipment and creating a safe and active learning environment. Total of 36 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PETH  31A   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES—

                  OFFICIATING

2 units

Rules and advanced techniques of games in season: basketball, football, minor sports.  Fall semester. Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  31B   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES—

                  OFFICIATING

2 units 

Rules and advanced techniques of games in season: baseball, track, minor sports. Spring semester. Total of 36 hours lecture, and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  46A   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES – BASEBALL

2 units

Analysis of advanced and basic fundamentals; theory and philosophy of offensive and defensive strategy. Principles of practice and score keeping in baseball. Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  46B   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES – BASEBALL

2 units

Prerequisite: PETh 46A.

Analysis of advanced theory and teaching of offensive and defensive strategy. Principles of practice and score keeping in baseball. Total of 36 hours  lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  48   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES—PHYSICAL

                FITNESS

2 units

Implementation of basic concepts of physical fitness. A wide variety of conditioning programs and techniques utilized in designing individual fitness programs. Total of 36 hours lecture, and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  51   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES—TRACK AND

                FIELD

2 units

Basic and advanced skills, rules and strategy in track and field events. Total of 36 hours lecture, and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  52A   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES –

                  BASKETBALL

2 units

Analysis of the fundamental skills of men’s and women’s basketball. Offensive and defensive strategy. Principles of scoring. Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  52B   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES –

                  BASKETBALL

2 units

Prerequisite: PETh 52A.

Analysis of advanced skills of men’s and women’s basketball. Offensive and defensive strategy. Principles of scoring. Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  53A   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES—FOOTBALL

2 units

Analysis of basic football fundamentals, theory and philosophy of offensive and defensive strategy, principles of the kicking game. Total of 36 hours lecture, and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  53B   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES—FOOTBALL

2 units

Prerequisite: PETh 53A.

Analysis of advanced football fundamentals, theory and philosophy of offensive and defensive strategy, principles of the kicking game. Total of 36 hours lecture, and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  54   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES - VOLLEYBALL 

2 units

Analysis of basic and advanced volleyball fundamentals, theory and philosophy of offensive and defensive strategy. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester.  Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory. 

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

PETH  55A   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES – SOCCER

2 units

Analysis of soccer fundamentals; theory and teaching of offensive and defensive strategy. Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  55B   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES – SOCCER

2 units

Prerequisite: PETh 55A.

Analysis of advanced soccer fundamentals; theory and teaching of offensive and defensive strategies. Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  56A   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES – SOFTBALL

2 units

Analysis of softball fundamentals, theory, philosophy, and teaching these activities. Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  56B   PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES – SOFTBALL

2 units

Prerequisite: PETh 56A.

Analysis of advanced softball, theory, philosophy, and teaching these activities. Total of 36 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  61   THEORY OF COACHING

3 units

Designed for coaches at varying levels from youth league to high school varsity. Focuses on coaching issues and problems and includes the philosophy, theory, and principles of developing and maintaining an athletic program. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PETH  97   THEORY AND DEVELOPMENT OF FITNESS

                AND WELLNESS

3 units

Mastering core skills in health and wellness, fitness, kinesiology of physical activity, goal setting, decision making, leadership, time management, achievement skills, education, attitudes and habits, and cognitive style preferences. Total of 54 hours lecture, and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

 

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

(Natural Sciences Division)

 

PHYSC  2   SCIENTIFIC METHOD AS CRITICAL

                                                                                                                THINKING

3 units

Prerequisite: Engl 1A.

Recommended preparation: Any transfer level course in the Physical Sciences.

Written expression and analysis of ideas, arguments and issues in the Physical Sciences. Instruction in critical thinking, inductive and deductive reasoning, and the scientific method. Particular emphasis on compositional expression necessary in developing a complex scientific argument; an interdisciplinary course. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PHYSC  3   PHYSICAL SCIENCES        

3 units

Prerequisite: Eligibility for Math 131 or higher.

Basic principles of physics and chemistry and their applications to modern daily life with a primarily conceptual approach. Emphasis on critical thinking skills and general methods of scientific inquiry. Recommended for students in the California State Teacher’s Preparation Program and other appropriate non-sciences majors but open to all qualified students. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYSC  3L   LABORATORY FOR PHYSICAL SCIENCE

1 unit

Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of PHYSC 3.

Laboratory investigation of the basic principles of physics and chemistry and their applications to modern daily life with a primarily conceptual approach, with emphasis on critical thinking skills and general methods of scientific inquiry. Recommended for students in the California State Teacher Preparation Program and other appropriate non-sciences majors. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYSC  37   INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL

                 SCIENCE

4 units

Relationship of living organisms to the environment, including human impact on the atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere and biosphere. Emphasis is placed on understanding of biological and physical science issues currently faced by society; an interdisciplinary course. Includes physical sciences laboratory and field investigation of ecosystems and the environment. May not be taken concurrently with or after Biol 37. No credit if taken after Biol 40. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYSC  71A   EXPLORING TOPICS IN PHYSICAL

                    SCIENCE

3 units

Exploratory course: Specific topic identified in Schedule of Classes.

Lecture focusing on topics of current and general interest. Maximum credit 12 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU credit limitations.

 

PHYSC  71B   EXPLORING TOPICS IN PHYSICAL

                    SCIENCE

1 unit

Exploratory course: Specific topic identified in Schedule of Classes.

Lecture focusing on topics of current and general interest. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU credit limitations.

 

PHYSC  71C   EXPLORING TOPICS IN PHYSICAL

                   SCIENCE

1 unit

Exploratory course: Specific topic identified in Schedule of Classes.

Lecture focusing on topics of current and general interest. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU credit limitations.

 

PHYSC  171A   EXPLORING TOPICS IN PHYSICAL

                     SCIENCE

3 units

Exploratory course: Specific topic identified in Schedule of Classes.

Lecture focusing on topics of current and general interest. Maximum credit 12 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

PHYSC  171B   EXPLORING TOPICS IN PHYSICAL

                     SCIENCE

1 unit

Exploratory course: Specific topic identified in Schedule of Classes.

Lecture focusing on topics of current and general interest. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

PHYSC  171C   EXPLORING TOPICS IN PHYSICAL

                     SCIENCE

1 unit

Exploratory course: Specific topic identified in Schedule of Classes.

Lecture focusing on topics of current and general interest. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

 

 

PHYSICS

(Natural Sciences Division)

 

PHYS  1A   GENERAL PHYSICS

5 units

Prerequisite: Math 5A.

Mechanics. Total of 72 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYS  1B   GENERAL PHYSICS

5 units

Prerequisites: Phys 1A and Math 5A.

Oscillations and waves, gravitation, thermodynamics. Recommended enrollment in or completion of Math 5B and familiarity with a computer language. Total of 72 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYS  1C   GENERAL PHYSICS

5 units

Prerequisites: Phys 1A, Phys 1B and Math 5B.

Electricity and magnetism. Maxwell’s equations, electromagnetic radiation and optics. Recommended enrollment in or completion of Math 5C and familiarity with a computer language. Total of 72 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYS  1D   GENERAL PHYSICS

5 units

Prerequisites: Phys 1C and Math 5C.

Interaction of light with matter; introduction to modern physics, including relativity theory, atomic and nuclear physics. Recommended enrollment in or completion of Math 55 and familiarity with a computer language. Total of 72 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU: UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYS  2A   GENERAL PHYSICS

4 units

Prerequisite: Math 131 or 132C.

Recommended preparation: Math 4A or Math 8.

Classical mechanics, wave motion and thermodynamics. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYS  2B   GENERAL PHYSICS

4 units

Prerequisite: Phys 1A or 2A.

Electromagnetic interaction, radiation, relativity theory, cosmology, atomic and nuclear physics, elementary particle theory. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYS  10   DESCRIPTIVE INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICS

3 units

Prerequisite: Math 125 or Math 127B or Math 128B.

Application of physics to modern life with minimum of mathematical emphasis. No credit if taken after any other college physics. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYS  10L   DESCRIPTIVE PHYSICS IN THE

                 LABORATORY

1 unit

Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of Phys 10.

Laboratory investigations of physical principles with a minimum of mathematical emphasis. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYS  20   INDEPENDENT STUDY

2 units

Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of any college physics course.

Faculty-guided student research. Each topic includes library research, design and execution of the experiments and the preparation of a summary research report.  Maximum credit 6 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 108 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYS  31A   GENERAL PHYSICS 

5 units

Prerequisite: Math 5A.

Classical mechanics and thermal physics. For life sciences majors but open to all qualified students. Total of 72 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYS  31B   GENERAL PHYSICS 

5 units

Prerequisites: Phys 31A, Math 5B.

Electricity and magnetism, optics, and modern physics. Recommended enrollment in or completion of Math 5C. For life sciences majors but open to all qualified students. Total of 72 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitation. See counselor.

 

 

PHYSIOLOGY

(Natural Sciences Division)

 

PHYSO 1  HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY

4 units

Prerequisites: Anat 25, Chem 2A.

Introduction to human cellular and organ physiology, human genetics and embryology, current topics in health. Recommended sophomore standing. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU, UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYSO  2A   PHYSIOLOGY AND ANATOMY

4 units

Prerequisite: Biol 105 or Chem 2A or Chem 22 or Chem 1A, or placement based on the biochemistry assessment process.

Introduction to human anatomy and physiology; cells and tissues; skeletal, muscular and nervous systems; sense organs. Personal and community health. Recommended: a lab science course. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYSO  2B   PHYSIOLOGY AND ANATOMY

4 units

Prerequisite: Physo 2A.

Anatomy and physiology of the human endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems; fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance; metabolism of nutrients. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PHYSO  100   BASIC PHYSIOLOGY AND ANATOMY

3 units

Fundamentals of human physiology and anatomy. Structure and function of tissues, organs and organ systems. Emphasis on medical relationships. No credit if taken after Anat 25, Physo 1, 2A or 126A. For majors in medical assisting and vocational nursing, but open to all qualified students. Total of 54 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory.

 

 

POLITICAL SCIENCE

(Social Sciences Division)

 

POLSC  1   INTRODUCTION TO AMERICAN

               GOVERNMENT

3 units

Principles and problems of government with emphasis on national government in the United States. PolSc 1 and 2 usually required for advanced political science courses. No credit if taken after AmerI 5. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

POLSC  2   COMPARATIVE GOVERNMENT

3 units

Comparative study of constitutional principles, governmental institutions and political processes in selected contemporary nations. Emphasis on the U.S. and major European governments. PolSc 1 and 2 usually required for advanced political science courses. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

POLSC  6   THE U.S. AND WORLD POLITICS

3 units

The role of the president, Congress, public opinion, the media and special interest groups in the formation of U.S. foreign policy. Emphasis on U.S. governmental institutions. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

POLSC  7   PRINCIPLES OF POLITICAL SCIENCE

3 units

Scope and methods of political science; basic political philosophies and ideologies; some concepts of the modern  state, public law, public administration and government. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

POLSC  20   INDEPENDENT STUDY

1 unit

Prerequisites: One semester of political science and permission of department chairperson.

Individual projects; research techniques; written reports. Maximum credit  3 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

POLSC  21   INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL ECONOMY

3 units

Political economy as a system; role of government; relationships among the public, quasi-public, and private sectors; strategies of government interventions; and the impact of government policies on the economy at the local, state, national, and global levels. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

POLSC  22   INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL THEORY

3 units

Introductory exploration of the nature and role of major political theories from ancient times to the present; central questions of political life, views of human nature, political organizations, power, justice, and revolutions. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

POLSC  110   SKILLS FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS

                   IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

1 unit

Development of essential study techniques for success in political science courses; orientation to applications of computer-based technologies in political science; time management; textbook mastery, lecture outlining, test taking, and critical analysis. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

 

PORTUGUESE

(Languages Division)

 

PORT  1   ELEMENTARY PORTUGUESE – LEVEL 1

5 units

Practice in pronunciation, reading, writing, and speaking. Introduction to customs and culture of Portugal, Brazil, and the Portuguese diaspora. Corresponds to first year high school Portuguese. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PORT  2   ELEMENTARY PORTUGUESE – LEVEL 2

5 units

Prerequisite: Port 1 or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Completion of elementary essentials; stress on oral work; further study of Portuguese and Brazilian culture. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

PORT  3   INTERMEDIATE PORTUGUESE

5 units

Prerequisite: Port 2 or two years of high school Portuguese or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Development of communication skills based on 19th and 20th century Portuguese-language readings; review of basic structure of Portuguese. Customs and culture. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer credit: CSU; UC

 

PORT  4   INTERMEDIATE PORTUGUESE

5 units

Prerequisite: Port 3 or three years of high school Portuguese or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Further development of communication skills based on 19th and 20th century Portuguese-language readings; finish review of the basic structure of Portuguese. Customs and culture. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer credit: CSU; UC

 

PORT  140   PORTUGUESE PRONUNCIATION 

2 units

Introduction to the Portuguese sound system, basic stress and intonation patterns. Imitation and practice of proper pronunciation; reading of Portuguese texts. For beginners and those wishing to gain additional proficiency in pronunciation. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

PORT 150A   PORTUGUESE FOR TRAVEL AND

                   BUSINESS 

2 units

Practical conversational Portuguese for travel and business. Contemporary culture in Portuguese-speaking areas. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

PORT 150B   PORTUGUESE FOR BUSINESS AND

                   TRAVEL 

2 units

Prerequisite: Port 150A or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Further practice in practical conversational Portuguese for travel and business. Contemporary culture in Portuguese-speaking countries. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

 

PSYCHOLOGY

(Social Sciences Division)

 

PSYCH  1   INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY

3 units

Principles of human behavior; physiological foundations, influence of heredity and environment; sense-perception, attention, capacities and abilities; learning; emotion and motivation; special emphasis on personality development and adjustment. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PSYCH  2   ELEMENTARY PHYSIOLOGICAL

                PSYCHOLOGY

3 units

Prerequisite: Psych 1.

Interrelationship of physiological mechanisms and behavior. Emphasis on the role of the brain and nervous system in perception, emotion, motivation, states of consciousness, language, memory and learning. Relevance of the biological perspective to an understanding of behavior and experience. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PSYCH  5   RESEARCH METHODS IN PSYCHOLOGY

4 units

Prerequisite: Psych 1.

Introduction to the planning and execution of research in psychology, and to the analysis, interpretation and reporting of data. Total of 54 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PSYCH  20   INDEPENDENT STUDY

1 unit

Prerequisites: One semester of psychology and permission of department chairperson.

Laboratory research projects; library research; design and construction of research equipment; experiments; written reports. Maximum credit 3 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory. 

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PSYCH  21   DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY:

                  THE CHILD

3 units

Growth processes and dynamics of psychological development from conception through adolescence; physical, cognitive, emotional, personality, and social development of the child and adolescent. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PSYCH  22   DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY:

                 THE ADULT

3 units

Dynamics of psychological development from young adulthood through maturity and old age; sensory, motor, neurological, and cognitive changes; development of personality and social behavior through the adult life cycle; process of aging, dying, and bereavement. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PSYCH  23   SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

3 units

The individual within a social context; the scientific study of how  people think about, influence and relate to one another. Topics include: attitude development and change; conformity, persuasion, leadership; and interpersonal relations, prejudice, aggression, conflict resolution, liking and loving others. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PSYCH  24   LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

3 units

Process and dynamics of human development from conception through adult maturity, old age, and death; biological, cognitive, personality, sociocultural, and existential factors influencing the course of psychological development across the lifespan. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

PSYCH  25   HUMAN SEXUALITY

3 units

Historical, psychological, sociological and biological aspects of love, intimacy and human sexuality. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PSYCH  29   PSYCHOLOGY OF THE AFRO-AMERICAN

3 units

Afro-American behavior patterns in relationship to dominant concepts in psychology. Analysis of psychological attitudes and problems of Afro-Americans resulting from racism, oppression and alienation. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PSYCH  31   STUDIES IN CHICANO BEHAVIOR

3 units

An examination of Mexican-American behavior patterns. Emphasis on attitudes, feelings and socio-psychological conflicts of the Mexican-American in relation to social situations. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PSYCH  33   PSYCHOLOGY OF PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

                  ADJUSTMENT

3 units

Dynamics of personality; problems of adjustment to life stresses, theories of therapy. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PSYCH  41   PSYCHOLOGY OF THE ASIAN AMERICAN

3 units

Asian American behavior patterns in relationship to basic principles of psychology; search for identity in a multicultural society; roles of male and female in Asian American society. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

PSYCH  110   SKILLS FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS

                    IN PSYCHOLOGY

1 unit

Development of essential study techniques for success in psychology courses; orientation to applications of computer-based technologies in psychology; time management; textbook mastery, lecture outlining, test taking, and critical analysis.  Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

PSYCH  120   PARENTING

3 units

Theories of parenting. Stages of human development. Effect of family relationships on children. Specific problems related to growth and learning in children.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

 

RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY

(Health Sciences Division)

 

RADTC  100   BASIC RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY

                    PRACTICES

2 units

Prerequisites: Physo 2A and B within 3 years, and completion of MA 115 within one year of acceptance in Radiological Technology Program.

Corequisite: Radtc 101.

Radiologic technology as a profession. Responsibilities of the radiologic technologist regarding ethics and the patient’s emotional needs. Patient consents. Developing introductory positioning skills using anatomical landmarks, role-play in chest radiography. Total of 18 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  101   MEDICAL PROCEDURES FOR THE 

                    TECHNOLOGIST

3 units

Prerequisites: Valid CPR card and Physo 2A and B.

Corequisite: Radtc 100.

Physical needs of the X-ray patient with emphasis on aseptic technique, required preparations and ECG procedure. Responsibilities of the technologist during first aid and crash cart procedure. CPR review. Eight weeks. Total of 24 hours lecture and 24 hours laboratory. 

 

RADTC  102   RADIATION PROTECTION

3 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 100, 101.

Corequisites: Radtc 103A, 110, 112A, 117A.

Radiologic protection for operator and patients complying with the State of California Administrative Code, Title 17. Use of X-ray equipment, X-ray machine circuitry with emphasis on devices and techniques to reduce ionizing radiation.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

RADTC  103A   RADIOGRAPHIC ANATOMY AND

                      POSITIONING 

3¹/₂ units

Prerequisites: Radtc 100, 101.

Corequisites: Radtc 102, 110, 112A, 117A.

Positioning nomenclature, topographic anatomy emphasizing surface landmarks to locate organs within each body region. Positioning by use of phantoms. Radiography of the skeleton, thoracic cavity and abdominal cavity. Anatomy and positioning of the gastrointestinal and biliary tracts. Basic mobile radiography. Radiography of pediatric, geriatric and psychiatric patients. Types of contrast media. Total of 45 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  103B   RADIOGRAPHIC ANATOMY AND 

                     POSITIONING

3¹/₂ units

Prerequisites: Radtc 102, 103A, 110, 112A, 117A.

Corequisites: Radtc 104, 112B, 114, 117B.

Anatomy and positioning of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, the salivary glands and skull. Anatomy and positioning of the genitourinary tract. Principles of tomography equipment. Opaque media, drug side effects and indications. Use of phantoms. Emphasis on skull positioning. Radiograph critique. Total of 45 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  103C   RADIOGRAPHIC ANATOMY AND 

                     POSITIONING

3 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 103B and 119.

Corequisites: Radtc 105, 111, 117C.

Identification of sectional anatomy concentrating on brain, neck, thorax, abdomen, and pelvis, including the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines. Correlation of axial, sagittal and coronal sections to positioning in CT scanning and some MRI scanning. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

RADTC  104   PRINCIPLES OF RADIOGRAPHIC

                    EXPOSURE

3 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 102, 103A, 112A, 113A, 117A.

Corequisites: Radtc 103B, 112B, 114, 117B.

Development and use of technique charts. Calculations to determine specific exposures. Processing techniques and other factors affecting radiographic quality. Use radiographic phantoms and accessory devices. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  105   SPECIAL RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES

3 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 119.

Corequisites: Radtc 103C, 111, 117C.

Specialized technical procedures in radiography. Angiogram, equipment and accessories. Anatomy and physiology of involved areas. Emphasis on myelography, selective angiography and the technologist as part of the special procedures team.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

RADTC  110   PROFESSIONAL ETHICS

2 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 100 and 101.

Corequisites: Radtc 102, 103A, 112A, 117A.

Integration of interpersonal skills while analyzing the medicolegal issues, professional and ethical values in radiologic technology. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

RADTC  111   COMPUTERIZED IMAGING

2 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 119.

Corequisites: Radtc 103C, 105 and 117C.

Principles, components and functions of computerized imaging systems with emphasis on the application of computers in the radiology department. Brief introduction to computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

RADTC  112A   RADIOLOGIC PHYSICS

3 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 100, 101.

Corequisites: Radtc 102, 103A, 110, 117A.

Fundamentals of electrical and radiation physics. Emphasis on principles underlying optics, electromagnetic and other types of ionizing radiation. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  112B   RADIOLOGIC PHYSICS

3 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 102, 103A, 112A, 113A, 117A.

Corequisites: Radtc 103B, 104, 114, 117B.

Function and use of basic radiologic physics in diagnostic radiology. Applied physical rules and laws in general physics, production of the X-ray beam, tubes and generators, circuitry and equipment. Quality assurance of special equipment.  Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC 113A  CLINICAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

2 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 102, 103A, 112A, and 117A.

Intermediate Clinical Learning Experience in a Radiology Department of an affiliate hospital or medical center under the supervision of a licensed Radiologic Technologist. Participation will include observation, assistance and performance in basic radiographic procedures. Clinical practice shall be designed to provide standard patient care and assessment, integration and application of radiographic procedures learned during the first semester, which include the upper and lower limbs, and the gastrointestinal tract. Short term course. Total of 96 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC 113B  CLINICAL LEARNING EXPERIENCE

6 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 103C, 105, 111, 113A, 117C.

Intermediate clinical learning Experience that is designed for sequential development, application, integration, synthesis and evaluation of concepts and theories in the performance of radiographic procedures. Clinical practice shall be designed to provide patient care and assessment, competent performance of basic and advance radiographic procedures under the appropriate level of supervision of a licensed Radiologic Technologist, and enhance professional development. Short term course. Total of 192 hours of laboratory.

 

RADTC  114   VENIPUNCTURE FOR TECHNOLOGISTS

2 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 102, 103A, 112A, 113A, 117A.

Corequisites: Radtc 103B, 104, 112B, 117B.

Methods of specimen collection. Principles of assisting in the hospital laboratory with routine laboratory tests. Techniques for blood tests. Pharmacology pertaining to contrast media. Principles of contrast injection, site management and complications. Total of 18 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  116   PERSPECTIVES IN RADIOLOGIC

                    TECHNOLOGY

2 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 103C, 105, 111, 113B, 117C.

Corequisites: Radtc 117D; 118; and either Radtc 121 or 123.

Utilization of advanced concepts, principles and skills of the radiologic technologist in an affiliated hospital as an extension of and related to classroom instruction. Emphasis on film critique. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

RADTC  117A   CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

2 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 100, 101, valid CPR card.

Corequisites: Radtc 102, 103A, 110, 112A.

Clinical experience in a radiology or medical imaging facility under the supervision of a licensed Radiologic Technologist. Participation will consist of observation, assistance and performance. Total of 288 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  117B   CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

2 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 102, 103A, 110, 112A, 113A, 117A. 

Corequisites: Radtc 103B, 104, 112B, 114.

Clinical experience in the radiology department of affiliated hospitals under the supervision of a licensed radiologic technologist. Total of 288 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  117C   CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

4 units

Prerequisites: Valid CPR card, Radtc 113A, Radtc 119. 

Corequisites: Radtc 103C, 105, 111.

Clinical experience in the radiology department of affiliated hospitals under the supervision of a licensed radiologic technologist. Total of 576 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  117D   CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

4 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 103C, 105, 111, 113B, 117C.

Corequisites: Radtc 116, 118, and either Radtc 121 or Radtc 123.

Clinical experience in the radiology department of affiliated hospitals under the supervision of a certified radiologic technologist. Total of 576 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  118   FLUOROSCOPY

3 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 103C, 105, 111, 113B, 117C.

Corequisites: Radtc 116; 117D; and either Radtc 121 or 123.

Technical function and design of image intensification, recording monitoring systems, human anatomy and physiology of the eye. Emphasis on radiation protection and Quality Control testing. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

RADTC  119   CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

6¹/₂ units

Prerequisites: Radtc 103B, 104, 113A, 117B.

Clinical experience in affiliated hospitals as an extension of and related to classroom instruction, and application of disease and injury changes. Emphasis on features of conditions in X-ray examinations. Ten weeks. Total of 20 hours lecture and 380 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  120   INDEPENDENT STUDY 

1 unit

Prerequisite: Radtc 101.

Research or clinical project including experience in clinical practice settings, practical laboratory assignment, lecture attendance, literature review and community projects. Maximum credit 2 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

RADTC  121   MAMMOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES

3 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 103C; 105; 111; 113B; 117C or a valid CRT certificate.

Corequisites: Radtc 116, 118, 117D or documentation of current California certificate in Diagnostic Radiologic Technology approved by Program Director.

Technical and procedural aspects of mammography including radiation protection, quality assurance, breast anatomy, pathology, film critique, positioning and mass localization procedures. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

RADTC  123   COMPUTERIZED TOMOGRAPHY

3 units

Prerequisites: Radtc 103C; 105; 111; 113B; 117C or a valid CRT certificate.

Corequisites: Radtc 116, 118, 117D or equivalent documentation submitted and approved by Program Director.

Principles of computed tomography, including data acquisition, image reconstruction, image display system, image recording system, and image storage system. Quality assurance aspects of CT, and basic concepts of Spiral and Helical scanning.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

 

RELIGIOUS STUDIES

(Social Sciences Division)

 

RELGS  1   RELIGIOUS ISSUES, PERSONALITIES

                AND VALUES

3 units

Origin and function of religion in its individual and sociological aspects; basic characteristics of major religions; outstanding personalities, sacred writings, historical foundations of basic religious traditions. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

RELGS  2   COMPARATIVE RELIGIONS: FAR EAST

3 units

Cultural history and doctrinal interpretations of living religions of Far East, Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Shintoism. Brief introduction to representative dead religions; Babylonia, Egypt, Greece and Rome. Origin and nature of religion, symbolism and surviving values of scriptures. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

RELGS  3   COMPARATIVE RELIGIONS: NEAR EAST

3 units

Cultural history and doctrinal interpretations of living religions of Near East: Zoroastrianism, Islam, Judaism and Christianity. Summary contrasts and comparisons with emphasis on present-day religious issues and their relationship to social and political problems. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

 

RUSSIAN

(Languages Division)

 

RUSS  1   ELEMENTARY RUSSIAN

5 units

Pronunciation, reading, writing and speaking. Introduction to Russian geography, history and culture. Corresponds to first year of high school Russian. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

RUSS  2   ELEMENTARY RUSSIAN

5 units

Prerequisite: Russ 1, or the first year of high school Russian, or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Grammar essentials; oral work; aspects of Russian history and culture. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

RUSS  3   INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN

5 units

Prerequisite: Russ 2 or two years of high school Russian or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Development of communication skills based on contemporary Russian readings; review of basic structure of Russian. Customs and culture. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

RUSS  4   INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN

5 units

Prerequisite: Russ 3 or three years of high school Russian or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Further development of communication skills based on contemporary Russian readings; finish review of basic structure of Russian. Customs and culture. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

RUSS  11   RUSSIAN CIVILIZATION

3 units

History, geography, language, literature and music; customs of the Soviet Union. (Course conducted in English.) Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

RUSS  150A   RUSSIAN FOR BUSINESS AND TRAVEL

2 units

Practical conversation Russian for business and travel. Contemporary culture in Russian-speaking areas. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

RUSS  150B   RUSSIAN FOR BUSINESS AND TRAVEL

2 units

Prerequisite: Russ 150A or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Further instruction in conversational Russian for business and travel. Contemporary culture in Russian-speaking areas. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

 

SOCIAL SCIENCES

(Social Sciences Division)

 

SOSC  110   SKILLS FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS IN

                  SOCIAL SCIENCES

1 unit

Development of essential study techniques for success in social science courses; orientation to computer-based technologies, time management, textbook mastery, lecture outlining, test taking, and critical analysis. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

 

SOCIOLOGY

(Social Sciences Division)

 

SOCIO  1   INTRODUCTORY SOCIOLOGY

3 units

Human culture, social order and group memberships. Cultural growth and change; ecology, population, social institutions; group processes, social control, personality. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SOCIO  2   CONTEMPORARY SOCIAL PROBLEMS

3 units

Identification and analysis of major social problems: population pressures, crime and delinquency, race relations, mental illness and health, alcoholism and drug abuse, urbanization, political responsibilities. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SOCIO  14   INTRODUCTION TO ETHNIC STUDIES

3 units

Major contributions of African Americans, American Indians, Asian Pacific Americans, and Chicanos/Latinos to American history and culture; identification and overview of major concerns and problems of these groups; major theories of race relations. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SOCIO  15   CRIME, DELINQUENCY AND SOCIETY

3 units

Analysis of crime theories, social control, and punishment. Examines the sociological impact, functions, and roles of the criminal and juvenile justice systems in the U.S. Emphasis on the sociological process and impact of law  enforcement, courts, and correctional components of the criminal justice and juvenile justice process. Focuses on the interaction between the citizen, the community, and the components of the justice system. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SOCIO  16   URBAN SOCIOLOGY

3 units

The sociological nature, causes, theories, and consequences of urbanization along with its changing scale and complexity, demographics, and ecological patterns. The quality of life in urban areas, processes of decision-making in cities, and the bearing of sociological research on public policy and community are examined.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC.

 

SOCIO  20   INDEPENDENT STUDY

1 unit

Prerequisites: One semester of sociology and permission of department  chairperson.

Individual projects; research techniques; written reports. Maximum credit 3 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

SOCIO  22   SOCIOLOGY OF AGING

3 units

Examination of the physical, psychological and sociological aspects of aging in various cultures. Methods of dealing with aging for the individual. The family and society. Elders and the law. The sociology of grief in American culture and other cultures. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SOCIO  24   MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY

3 units

The family as a social institution; social, economic, legal, psychological aspects of marriage and family life; patterns of courtship, marriage and family organization.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

SOCIO  25   BRITISH LIFE AND CULTURE
3 units

A survey of British culture and civilization. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SOCIO  29   SOCIOLOGY OF THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN

3 units

Sociological factors affecting African-American’s relationships to major institutions, social movements, attitudes and values of American culture. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SOCIO  31   CHICANO SOCIOLOGY

3 units

Cultural background of Mexican-American; major differences between Anglo and Mexican-American values and attitudes; past and present intercultural problems; economic, educational, political, language, family; Mexican-American contributions to the United States. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SOCIO  41   SOCIOLOGY OF THE ASIAN AMERICAN

3 units

Analysis of sociological factors influencing Asian American experience in American society. Evaluation of effects of living in a dual culture with concomitant stresses upon Asian American psyche. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SOCIO  110   SKILLS FOR COLLEGE SUCCESS

                    IN SOCIOLOGY

1 unit

Development of essential study techniques for success in sociology courses; orientation to applications of computer-based technologies in sociology; time management; textbook mastery, lecture outlining, test taking, and critical analysis.  Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

SOCIO  130   WORK AND FAMILY MANAGEMENT 

2 units

Time management, conflict resolution, budgeting, responsibility, stress management, employee rights and responsibilities, goal setting, job needs, family issues, child care issues, family and work ethics. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

 

SPANISH

(Languages Division)

 

SPAN  1   ELEMENTARY SPANISH

5 units

Practice in pronunciation, reading, writing and speaking. Introduction to customs and culture of Spain and Latin America. Corresponds to first year of high school Spanish. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPAN  2   ELEMENTARY SPANISH

5 units

Prerequisite: Span 1 or 150B, or the first year of high school Spanish, or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Completion of elementary grammar essentials; stress on oral work; further study of Spanish and Latin-American civilization. No credit if taken after Span 2A.  Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPAN  2A   SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS

5 units

Intensive training in oral and written Spanish for those who speak it, but have had little or no formal training in the language. Improvement of oral expression; Spanish grammar; readings in contemporary Spanish prose; composition. No credit if taken after Span 1 or 2. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU: UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

SPAN  3   INTERMEDIATE SPANISH

5 units

Prerequisite: Span 2 or 2A or two years of high school Spanish or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Development of communication skills based on 19th and 20th century Spanish and Spanish-American readings; review of the basic structure of Spanish. Customs and culture. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPAN  4   INTERMEDIATE SPANISH

5 units

Prerequisite: Span 3 or three years of high school Spanish or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Further development of communication skills based on 19th and 20th century Spanish and Spanish-American readings; finish review of the basic structure of Spanish. Customs and culture. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPAN  5   INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH LITERATURE

3 units

Prerequisite: Span 4 or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Reading and discussion of selections from Spanish literature. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPAN  6A   INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH-AMERICAN

                LITERATURE

3 units

Prerequisite: Span 4 or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Reading and discussion of selections from Spanish-American literature from the Conquest to the end of XIX Century. Total of 54 hours lecture.  

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPAN  6B   INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH-AMERICAN

                LITERATURE

3 units

Prerequisite: Span 4 or placement based on the foreign language assessment.

Reading and discussion of XX Century selections from Spanish-American literature. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPAN  8A-B   INTRODUCTION TO SPANISH

                   CONVERSATION

4 units

Prerequisite: Span 2 or two years of high school Spanish or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Practice in oral self-expression and understanding spoken Spanish. No credit if taken after Span 3 or Span 9A-C. For non-native speakers of Spanish. Each course 2 units, and a total of 36 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

SPAN  9A-C   SPANISH CONVERSATION

6 units

Prerequisite: Span 3 or three years of high school Spanish or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Intensive practice in oral expression and comprehension of spoken Spanish. Each course 2 units, and a total of 36 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPAN 12  SPANISH LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION

3 units

Prerequisite:  Eligibility for Engl 1A.

Reading and discussion of major works of Spanish or Latin American literature in translation from different historical periods.  Selections will be made from different genres: novel, drama, poetry and the essay.  Students will learn to identify the unique traits of each work and become acquainted with the historical, cultural and artistic influences on them.  (Course conducted in English.)  Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer credit: CSU; UC

 

SPAN  25   SPANISH COMPOSITION

3 units

Prerequisite: Span 4 or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Practice in writing Spanish with appropriate vocabulary, syntactical structures and stylistic patterns. Emphasis on written expression which is grammatically correct, lexically sophisticated and rhetorically competent. Production of coherent expository prose. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPAN  31   LANGUAGE OF THE BARRIO

3 units

Prerequisite: Span 1 or Spanish conversational ability.

Study of the language that is used in the Mexican-American barrios. Emphasis given to how language reflects the uniqueness of the community. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

SPAN  42A   CIVILIZATION OF SPAIN AND PORTUGAL

3 units

Lectures and discussions on the geography, history and institutions of Spain and Portugal; life and customs,  literature, music and art. (Course conducted in English.) No credit if taken after Span 42 or 42B. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

SPAN  42B   CIVILIZATION OF SPAIN AND PORTUGAL

3 units

Prerequisite: Span 3 or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Lectures and discussions on the geography, history and institutions of Spain and Portugal; life and customs, literature, music and art. (Course conducted in Spanish.) Recommended: intermediate Spanish skills. No credit if taken after Span 42 or 42A. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

SPAN  44A   CIVILIZATION OF LATIN AMERICA 

3 units

Geography, history, life, customs, literature, music and art of Spanish and Portuguese speaking peoples of Latin America. (Course conducted in English.) No credit if taken after Span 44 or 44B. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

SPAN 44B  CIVILIZATION OF LATIN AMERICA

3 units

Prerequisite: Span 3 or placement based on the foreign language assessment process.

Geography, history; life customs, literature, music and art of Spanish and Portuguese speaking peoples of Latin America. (Course conducted in Spanish.) No credit if taken after Span 44 or 44A. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

SPAN  150A   SPANISH FOR BUSINESS AND TRAVEL

2 units

Practical conversational Spanish for business and travel. Contemporary culture in Spanish-speaking areas. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

SPAN  150B   SPANISH FOR BUSINESS AND TRAVEL

2 units

Prerequisite: Span 150A, or placement based on the foreign language  assessment process.

Further instruction in conversational Spanish for business and travel. Contemporary culture in Spanish-speaking areas. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

 

SPECIAL EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY

(Social Sciences Division)

 

SET  100   INFANTS AND CHILDREN WITH

               EXCEPTIONAL NEEDS

3 units

Impact of exceptional needs on physical, mental and functional abilities of infants, preschool and school-age children, adolescents and their families; how these affect the child’s emotional, social and educational development; specific techniques for the paraprofessional working in educational, clinical and recreational settings. Recommended enrollment in or completion of Psych 21. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

SET  102   ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

3 units

Exploration of the effects of disabilities and resulting functional limitations of adults on their personal relationships, behavior and roles in society. Recommended enrollment in or completion of Psych 22. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

SET  105   BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT IN SPECIAL

                EDUCATION

3 units

Basic concepts of behavior management and their application in special education, residential and home settings for children and adults with disabilities. Recommended Psych 21 or 22. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

SET  108   INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING

               DISABILITIES

3 units

Introduction to the concept of learning disabilities, the recognition of learning disorders in children and adults and the various approaches for remediating or coping with these difficulties. For individuals who have a general interest in the field of learning disabilities and/or desire to help learning disabled individuals in the classroom, home or working world. Recommended enrollment in or completion of Psych 21 or 22 or SET 100. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

SET  111   INTRODUCTION TO DEVELOPMENTAL

               DISABILITIES

3 units

Survey of developmental disabilities for which residential care facilities are designed with emphasis upon methods and strategies for behavior modification employed by residential care staff for infants, children and adults with developmental disabilities. Completion of SET 111 and SET 112 meets California Regional Center Certificate requirements. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

SET  112   WORKING WITH THE DEVELOPMENTALLY

               DISABLED

3 units

Practical applications of principles used in the administration of residential care facilities for persons with developmental disabilities; methods of accounting, licensing, health, safety and a review of programs available for the developmentally disabled. Completion of SET 111 and SET 112 meets California Regional Center Certificate requirements. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

SET  122   SPECIAL EDUCATION FIELD PRACTICE

2 units

Prerequisite: Maintain enrollment in 7 or more units, including field practice; concurrent enrollment in other special education courses.

Supervised field practice in approved special education or relevant community agency settings, working directly with children or adults with disabilities. Maximum credit 6 units, 2 units per semester. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 18 hours lecture and 90 hours field practice.

 

 

SPECIAL SERVICES

(Special Services Division)

 

SPSV  480A   READING FOR DEAF STUDENTS –

                   LEVEL 1

3 units

Introduction to vocabulary building, word attack skills, and basic reading techniques. Recommended enrollment in SPSV 490A or ESL 490A. No credit if taken after ESL 432 or SPSV 480B, Engl 415, 130, or 14.  Cannot be taken concurrently with ESL 432, SPSV 480B or ESL 480B, Engl 415, 130 or 14. Total of 54 hours lecture, and 18 hours laboratory.

 

SPSV  480B   READING FOR DEAF STUDENTS –

                    LEVEL 2

3 units

Prerequisite: ESL 480A, ESL 460, SPSV 480A, or placement based on reading assessment.

Development of work attack skills, vocabulary, study skills and basic reading techniques. Recommended enrollment in SPSV 490A or SPSV 490B or ESL 490A or ESL 490B. Maximum credit in ESL 480B or 432 is 6 units, 3 units each semester. No credit if taken after ESL 432, Engl 415, 130 or 14.  Cannot be taken concurrently with SPSV 480A or ESL 480A, Engl 415, 130 or 14. Total of 54 hours lecture, and 18 hours laboratory.

 

SPSV  490A   ESL READING AND WRITING FOR

                    DEAF STUDENTS – LEVEL 1

4 units

Interdisciplinary Course: ESL 490A

Intensive practice in basic English sentence structure for students who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. Introduction to spelling, punctuation, vocabulary development and English writing conventions. Recommended enrollment in ESL 460. No credit if taken after ESL 33A, 33B, 122, Engl 1A, 1B, 1C or 100. Maximum credit 8 units, 4 units each semester. Cannot enroll concurrently in ESL 33A, 33B, 122, 420, 422, Engl 1A, 1B, 1C, 100 or 400. May not be taken concurrently with or after ESL 490B, SPSV 490A or 490B. (Course conducted in American Sign Language.) Total of 90 hours lecture.

 

SPSV  490B   ESL READING AND WRITING FOR

                   DEAF STUDENTS – LEVEL 2

4 units

Interdisciplinary Course: ESL 490B

Prerequisite: ESL 490A, SPSV 490A, or placement based on the ESL assessment process.

Development of reading and writing skills for academic purposes for students who are deaf or hard-of hearing. Reading of low intermediate fiction and nonfiction; written practice in sentence patterns and compositions. Recommended enrollment in ESL 432. No credit if taken after ESL 33A, 33B, 122, Engl 1A, 1B, 1C or 100. Maximum credit 8 units, 4 units each semester. Cannot enroll concurrently in ESL 33A, 33B, 122, 420, 422, Engl 1A, 1B, 1C, 100 or 400. May not be taken concurrently with or after ESL 490A, SPSV 490A or SPSV 490B. (Course conducted in American Sign Language.) Total of 90 hours lecture.

 

 

SPEECH COMMUNICATION

(Performing and Communication Arts Division)

 

SPEECH  1   FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEECH

3 units

Principles and practices of public speaking, speech composition, organization, audience analysis and listening skills. Recommended proficiency in spoken English. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPEECH  2   PERSUASION

3 units

Speech composition and organization for special speaking situations. Emphasis on persuasion and application of persuasive theory. Audience analysis and attention to development of listening skills. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPEECH  3   VOICE AND DICTION

3 units

Physiological and anatomical basis of voice production and articulation. Instruction in articulation, pronunciation and vocal quality. Recommended proficiency in reading aloud. For broadcasting, drama and communication majors, but open to all qualified students. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPEECH  4   ORAL INTERPRETATION

3 units

Oral presentation of thought and feeling by an individual performer in various types of prose and poetry. Criticism and appreciation, analysis and evaluation.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPEECH  5A   COMPETITIVE SPEECH

1 unit

Intercollegiate competitive speaking including oratory, informative, individual events, extemporaneous, impromptu, radio and television, oral interpretation and duo-acting events. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester.  Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

SPEECH  5B   FORENSICS

1 unit

Intercollegiate debate and/or Readers’ Theater. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

SPEECH  6   ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE

3 units

Principles and forms of argumentation and debate. Logical analysis and reflective thinking. Adaptation of materials to audience situations. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPEECH  8   READERS’ THEATER

3 units

Oral presentation of literary material with emphasis on ensemble performance using choral reading and body movement. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPEECH  9   COMMUNICATION AND GROUP

                 LEADERSHIP

3 units

Communication in business, civic and industrial organizations; management of small and large groups; parliamentary procedure. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

SPEECH  10   INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION

3 units

Principles and practices in communication and communication theories. Intrapersonal, interpersonal and small group communication. Non-verbal communication, perception-information processing, attitude change and semantics. Recommended proficiency in spoken English. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPEECH  12   ARGUMENTATION AND CRITICAL

                   THINKING

3 units

Prerequisite: Engl 1A.

Oral and extensive written analysis of propositions, tests of evidence, argumentation fields, critical analysis and interpretation and evaluation of contemporary public controversy. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

SPEECH  13   INTRODUCTION TO SPEECH

                   COMMUNICATION

3 units

A survey of the discipline of communication studies with emphasis on multiple epistemological, theoretical, and methodological issues relevant to the systematic inquiry and pursuit of knowledge about human communication. This course explores the basic history, assumptions, principles, processes, variables, methods, and specializations of human communication as an academic field of study. Recommended proficiency in spoken English. Total of 54 hours lecture.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit under review

 

SPEECH  100   PREPARATION FOR PUBLIC SPEAKING 

¹/₂ unit

Concentration on delivery, research, stress reduction techniques for success in public speaking courses. Six weeks. No credit if taken after Speech 1, 5, 6, 10 or 12. Total of 18 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory.

 

SPEECH  101   SPEECH LABORATORY

1 unit

Special projects and on-campus supervised performance in preparation for public speaking. Guided study activities, assigned readings, and research in the development of speaking skills for the Forensics team and other endeavors such as theater, student government and community activities. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

SPEECH  102   SPEECH LABORATORY

2 units

Special projects and on-campus supervised performance in preparation for public speaking. Guided study activities, assigned readings, and research in the development of speaking skills for the Forensics team and other endeavors such as theater, student government and community activities. Maximum credit 8 units, 2 units each semester. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 108 hours laboratory.

 

SPEECH  120   SPEECH-LANGUAGE LAB

1 unit

Correction of speech/language problems. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

SPEECH  121   PRACTICAL SPEECH

3 units

Techniques of oral communication, with emphasis on developing communication skills relating to the work place. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

SPEECH  124   BOOKS AND STORYTELLING FOR

                     CHILDREN

3 units

Self-appraisal; techniques of and experiences in storytelling. Bibliography of children’s books. Recommended enrollment in English 59. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

SPEECH  125   PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION

3 units

Practical experience in communication skills used in the professions such as decisionmaking, group facilitation, leadership roles, status relationship communication, conflict resolution and communication networks as a variable in organizations. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

 

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY

ASSISTANT

(Performing and Communication Arts Division)

 

SLPA  18   SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND

               AUDIOLOGY

3 units

Prerequisite: Eligibility for Engl 1A.

Introduction to the field of communication disorders. Guidelines for determining the development of normal and pathological speech. Observation in various clinical sites. Recommended enrollment in Speech 3. For students pursuing a Certificate of Achievement in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant. Total of 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

SLPA  119   SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY:

                 PROFESSIONAL ISSUES

3 units

Prerequisite: SLPA 18.

Principles and procedures for management of individuals with communicative disorders with consideration for cultural and linguistic variations. Legal and ethical considerations as well as requirements for employment in various work settings, including interdisciplinary and supervisory relationships, and scope of responsibilities of a Speech-Language Assistant. Total of 54 hours lecture. 

 

SLPA  123A   COMMUNICATION DISORDERS:

                   ASSESSMENT AND REMEDIATION  

3 units

Prerequisite: SLPA 119.

Examination of specific disorders of communication, including their characteristics, causes and the anatomical structures and physiological muscle functions related to normal speech and language development. Assessment and screening techniques; scope of practice and role of the Speech-Language Pathology Assistant. Data collection, clinical documentation and record-keeping. Required for all Speech-Language Pathology Assistant majors. No credit if taken after Speech 123. Total of 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory. 

 

SLPA  123B   COMMUNICATION DISORDERS: 

                    REMEDIATION

3 units

Prerequisite: SLPA 123A.

Remediation techniques, rationale for commonly used therapeutic approaches, including assistive and computer technology. Scope of practice and role of Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in intervention procedures including clinical documentation and appropriate use of therapeutic materials. Required for all Speech-Language Pathology Assistant majors. Total of 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

 

SLPA  126   SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY

                 ASSISTANT FIELD WORK

2 units

Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of SLPA 123B.

Supervised fieldwork experience assisting with the clinical management of persons with communicative disorders. Opportunities to interact with clients/patients while implementing a prescribed remedial plan, assisting with screening or evaluation under the direction of a speech-language pathologist, record keeping and managing of clinical data, setting up clinical equipment and materials, and performing various clerical duties as needed. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 180 hours field practice. 

 

 

STATISTICS

(Business and Computer Technology Division)

 

STAT  15   STATISTICS FOR BUSINESS AND

               ECONOMICS

4 units

(Business and Computer Technology Division)

Prerequisite: Bus 14A or placement based on the Business assessment process.

Descriptive and inferential statistics. Collection, analysis and presentation of business and economic data using frequency distributions, charts, number summaries and other graphic methods: Measures of central tendency, deviation and distribution shape. Basic probability theory and operations.  Discrete and continuous distributions: Normal, binomial, hypergeometric, Poisson, chi square and F. Sampling theory, point and interval estimation, hypothesis testing (large and small samples,) analysis of variance, covariance, correlation, regression, and non-parametric methods using calculators and computers. No credit if taken after Stat 18 or 50. Total of 72 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

STAT  18   STATISTICS FOR BEHAVIORAL AND

               SOCIAL SCIENCES

4 units

(Social Sciences Division)

Prerequisite: Math 131 or 133B or 134B or placement based on the statistics assessment process.

Basic statistics for majors in anthropology, economics, psychology and sociology; tables, charts, summary measures, regression and correlation, statistical inference, sampling, variance, nonparametric and parametric tests, simple multivariate analysis; use of calculators and
EXCEL. No credit if taken after Stat 15 or 50. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

STAT  50   ELEMENTARY STATISTICS

4 units

(Mathematics Division)

Prerequisite: Math 131 or 133B or 134B or 141 or placement based on the Math assessment process.

Analysis of data relative to social and natural processes. Collecting, grouping and presenting numerical data by means of: frequency distributions, measures of central tendency and deviation, probability and sampling, measures of prediction and correlation, linear regression, hypothesis testing, including analysis of variance. No credit if taken after Stat 15 or 18. Total of 90 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit limitations. See counselor.

 

 

TECHNICAL EDUCATION (GENERAL)

(Engineering and Technology Division)

 

TECH  107A   TECHNICAL CALCULATIONS

3 units

Review of basic arithmetic and geometric principles with application to solution of technical problems in the trades. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

TECH  120   INDEPENDENT STUDY

1 unit

Prerequisite: Completion of Engineering and Technology Division certificate or enrollment in last course of program sequence and permission of Division Dean.

Individual internship, community service, field practice opportunities in technology; on-the-job experiences in selected fields. Maximum credit 3 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours of laboratory.

 

TECH  196   TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

1 unit

Opportunity for qualified students to do individual or group work in their chosen branch of technology. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 9 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.

 

TECH  197   TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

2 units

Opportunity for qualified students to do individual or group work in their chosen branch of technology. Maximum credit 8 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TECH  198   TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

5 units

Opportunity for qualified students to do individual or group work in their chosen branch of technology. Maximum credit 10 units, 5 units each semester. Total of 45 hours lecture and 135 hours laboratory.

 

TECH  199   TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

10 units

Opportunity for qualified students to do individual or group work in their chosen branch of technology. Maximum credit 20 units, 10 units each semester. Total of 90 hours lecture and 270 hours laboratory.

 

 

TELEVISION AND RADIO

(Performing and Communication Arts Division)

 

TVR  1   SURVEY OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS

3 units

Overview of the telecommunications industry. History, law, business operations, economics, new technology, career opportunities and the future of the telecommunications industry. Recommended Comm 1. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  2A   FUNDAMENTALS OF AUDIO FOR MEDIA

3 units

Physics of sound and characteristics of human hearing as applied to digital sound recording and production techniques used in radio broadcasting and related fields, microphone use, audio mixing, digital (computer workstation) editing, sound quality evaluation, signal flow, equipment interfacing, cabling, field production, digital formats, audio signal processing and program continuity. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  2B   RADIO BROADCAST MASTER CONTROL

              OPERATIONS

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 2A.

Introduction to operation of radio broadcast master control facilities and studio control facilities, FCC rules and regulations, mathematical calculations relating to proper transmitter operation, program logs, remote control systems, remote pickup units, EAS system requirement.  All students will have the opportunity to become certified as radio station operators by the Society of Broadcast Engineers.  Recommended:  Eltrn 130 and high school algebra, Tech 107A or Eltrn 109A. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  7   VIDEO CONTROLS LABORATORY

3 units

Introduction to video in a television studio environment. Operation of studio equipment including: cameras, lighting, audio, video switcher. Concepts of production and Advanced Television Systems Committee scanning. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  12   ANNOUNCING AND PERFORMING IN

              ELECTRONIC MEDIA

3 units

Performance for electronic media with emphasis on voice skills, communication of personality and ideas. Techniques for various microphones and environment. Recommended enrollment in Speech 3. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  14A   PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES FOR 

                ELECTRONIC MEDIA

3 units

Recommended preparation: TVR 2A and TVR 12.

Basic techniques of programming, writing, producing, directing and announcing. Recommended enrollment in TVR 15. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  14B   ADVANCED RADIO PRODUCTION

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 14A.

Advanced projects in production: news, public affairs, documentary and music programs. Recommended enrollment in or completion of TVR 18. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  15   INTRODUCTION TO RADIO AND TELEVISION

              WRITING

3 units

Creative and structural elements of broadcast writing including advertising, station promos, documentary, news and various live and taped television program formats. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  16A   TELEVISION PRODUCTION

4 units

Recommended Preparation: TVR 7.

Concepts and practices in scripting, producing and directing a variety of television program formats for multi-camera studio production. Recommended concurrent enrollment in TVR 14A. Total of 72 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  16B   TELEVISION PRODUCTION

4 units

Prerequisites: TVR 7 and TVR 16A.

Advanced television studio production. Includes such projects as interviews, music videos, and dramatic scenes. Maximum credit 8 units, 4 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  17A   TELEVISION AND FILM SCRIPT WRITING

3 units

Script analysis and construction. Marketing of dramatic material for television and film productions. Methods, devices and forms of script writing. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  17B   TELEVISION AND FILM SCRIPT WRITING

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 17A.

Advanced script analysis, development and construction. Emphasis on solving problems in the writing process.  Study and employment of various problem-solving approaches to rewriting and refinement of scripts. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester.  Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit:  CSU

 

TVR 18   RADIO AND TELEVISION NEWSWRITING

3 units

Writing and editing radio and television news. Opportunities to participate in writing news copy for Lancer Radio and cable television. Recommended Comm 1 or Journ 4A. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  19   TELEVISION AND SOCIETY

3 units

The many dimensions of television; its role as a pervasive medium of mass communication; its effect on popular culture, attitudes, opinions and beliefs; guide to practical criticism. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  21   ELECTRONIC MEDIA MANAGEMENT

3 units

Theory and practice of electronic media management. Advertising and other funding sources. Recommended enrollment in or completion of TVR 1. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  24   ELECTRONIC NEWS GATHERING AND

              EDITING

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 7 or 107.

Fundamentals and aesthetics of electronic news gathering (ENG),single camera shooting style and basic editing techniques. Recommended TVR 18 and Photo 21. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

TVR  102   TELEVISION CONTROLS LABORATORY

2 units

Prerequisites: TVR 2A and enrollment in or completion of TVR 106C.

Practical experience in the use of TV controls; cameras, videotape, switchers, lighting, audio and telecine. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 108 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  103A   ADVANCED AUDIO RECORDING

                  TECHNIQUES

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 2A.

Multi-channel recording techniques; studio set-ups; multitrack mixing systems; editing. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  103B   ADVANCED AUDIO RECORDING

                  TECHNIQUES

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 103A.

Multi-channel mixdown methods, signal processing, stereo imaging. Light studio maintenance. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  104   LIVE SOUND REINFORCEMENT

3 units

Recommended Preparation:  TVR 2A.

The elements of live sound reinforcement for front of house and monitor reinforcement including design and engineering, speaker and microphone types, placement of components, equalization methods, acoustics, wiring, AC power distribution, and mixing techniques.  Emphasis on system engineering, component placement and mixing. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  105   TELEVISION MASTER CONTROL

                OPERATIONS

1 unit

Prerequisite: TVR 106B.

Experience in on-air television master control operations: Pasadena City College closed circuit television and community cable television head-end facility. Total of 18 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  106A   TELEVISION OPERATIONS

4 units

Definition, processing, distribution of audio and television signals, use of studio monitoring equipment and introduction to elementary test signals, FCC rules and regulations, color television scanning. Total of 72 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  106B   TELEVISION OPERATIONS

4 units

Modulation systems, magnetic tape theory and operation, system evaluation with test signals, video camera and encoding systems. Total of 72 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  107   VIDEO STUDIO CONTROLS

5 units

Prerequisite: TVR 7.

Recommended preparation: TVR 2A.

Theory and application of television studio equipment in production: lighting, cameras, switchers, electronic graphics, videotape recording, audio mixer, and monitoring equipment. Maximum credit 10 units, 5 units each semester. Total of 72 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  108   TELEVISION OPERATIONS

4 units

Prerequisite: TVR 107.

Definition, processing, distribution, and evaluation of television signals. Television system evaluation using standardized test signals and TV monitoring equipment. Total of 72 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  110   BROADCAST CERTIFICATION REVIEW

3 units

Review of material necessary to pass the Society of Broadcast Engineers Certification: Broadcast Technologist. Includes basic electronics, AM/FM radio and television systems. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

TVR  112   VOICE-OVER TECHNIQUES

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 12 or audition.

Development of skills in narration, dubbing and looping films. Techniques for industry, education, entertainment media and commercials. Total of 54 hours lecture.

 

TVR  117   TELECOMMUNICATIONS WORKSHOP

1 unit

Prerequisite: One of the following: TVR 2B, 14A, 16A, 107.

Faculty-selected projects permitting advanced students to work in any field of telecommunications. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  119   TELECOMMUNICATIONS WORKSHOP

3 units

Prerequisite: One of the following: TVR 2B, 14A, 16A, 107.

Faculty selected projects permitting advanced students to work in any field of telecommunications. Maximum credit 12 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 162 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  120   WORKSHOP 

2 units

Prerequisite: One of the following: TVR 2B, 14A, 16A, 107.

Faculty selected projects permitting advanced students to work in any field of telecommunications. Maximum credit 8 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 108 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  121   EQUIPMENT WORKSHOP

1 unit

Prerequisite: One of the following: TVR 2B, 16A, 103B, 107.

Faculty selected projects for advanced work on selected equipment. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 9 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  124   TELEVISION FIELD PRODUCTION

3 units 

Prerequisites: TVR 16A, TVR 107.

Television production and operations techniques associated with field production. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  125A   TELEVISION DRAMA PRODUCTION

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 7 or 107.

Techniques associated with three-camera production of dramatic scripts. Directing, blocking, scene breakdown, lighting and post-production. Production of television drama or comedy. Total of 18 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  125B   TELEVISION DRAMA PRODUCTION

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 7 or 107.

Techniques associated with film-style production of dramatic scripts. Directing, blocking, scene breakdown, lighting and post-production. Production of television drama. Total of 18 hours lecture and 108 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  127   ADVANCED ELECTRONIC GRAPHICS

2 units

Prerequisite: TVR 7 or 16A.

Techniques of electronic graphic displays and animation with advanced video graphics equipment. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  128A   TV OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP

1 unit

Prerequisites: TVR 107 and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised, practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 2 units, 1 unit each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128B, C, D, E, F or TVR 129A, B, C, D, E, F. Total of 90 hours field practice.

 

TVR  128B   RADIO OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP

1 unit

Prerequisites: TVR 2B and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised, practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 2 units, 1 unit each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128A, C, D, E, F or TVR 129A, B, C, D, E, F. Total of 90 hours field practice.

 

TVR  128C   BROADCAST NEWS/ADMINISTRATION

                  INTERNSHIP

1 unit

Prerequisites: TVR 24 and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised, practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 2 units, 1 unit each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128A, B, D, E, F or TVR 129A, B, C, D, E, F. Total of 90 hours field practice.

 

TVR  128D   MUSIC RECORDING/AUDIO INTERNSHIP

1 unit 

Prerequisites: TVR 103A and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised, practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 2 units, 1 unit each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128A, B, C, E, F or TVR 129A, B, C, D, E, F. Total of 90 hours field practice.

 

TVR  128E   TELEVISION PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP

1 unit

Prerequisites: TVR 16A and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised, practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 2 units, 1 unit each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128A, B, C, D, F or TVR 129A, B, C, D, E, F.  Total of 90 hours field practice.

 

TVR  128F   RADIO PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP

1 unit

Prerequisites: TVR 14A and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised, practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 2 units, 1 unit each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128A, B, C, D, E or TVR 129A, B, C, D, E, F.  Total of 90 hours field practice.

 

TVR  129A   TV OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP

2 units

Prerequisites: TVR 107 and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128A, B, C, D, E, F or TVR 129B, C, D, E, F.  Total of 180 hours field practice.

 

TVR  129B   RADIO OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP

2 units

Prerequisites: TVR 2B and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128A, B, C, D, E, F or TVR 129A, C, D, E, F.  Total of 180 hours field practice.

 

TVR  129C   BROADCAST NEWS/ADMINISTRATION 

                  INTERNSHIP

2 units

Prerequisites: TVR 24 and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR128A, B, C, D, E, F or TVR 129A, B, D, E, F. Total of 180 hours field practice.

 

TVR  129D   MUSIC RECORDING/AUDIO INTERNSHIP

2 units

Prerequisites: TVR 103A and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128A, B, C, D, E, F or TVR 129A, B, C, E, F. Total of 180 hours field practice.

 

TVR  129E   TELEVISION PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP 

2 units

Prerequisites: TVR 16A and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128A, B, C, D, E, F or TVR 129A, B, C, D, F. Total of 180 hours field practice.

TVR  129F   RADIO PRODUCTION INTERNSHIP       

2 units

Prerequisites: TVR 14A and maintain enrollment in 7 units or more including internship.

Supervised practical experience in an industry related professional environment. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Pass/no pass grading. May not be taken concurrently with TVR 128A, B, C, D, E, F or TVR 129A, B, C, D, E. Total of 180 hours field practice.

 

TVR  131   ADVANCED TELEVISION OPERATIONS/

                PRODUCTION

2 units

Prerequisite: One of the following: TVR 2B, 16A, 24, 107.

Supervised instruction at state-of-the-art professional television facilities. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 108 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  141A   DIGITAL NON-LINEAR VIDEO EDITING 

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 7.

Introductory theory and application of editing techniques using the Avid Editing System.  Study of the editing process.  Digitizing, and editing scenes. No credit if taken after TVR 141. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  141B   DIGITAL NON-LINEAR VIDEO EDITING

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 141A or placement based the Television and Radio assessment process.

Intermediate theory and application of editing techniques using the Avid Editing System. Critical analysis of the editing process. Editing complex scenes. Creating visual effects. Introduction to editing system troubleshooting. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  142   ADVANCED NON-LINEAR EFFECTS EDITING

3 units

Prerequisite: TVR 141B or placement based on the Television and Radio assessment process.

Advanced visual effects editing using the Avid Editing System.  Create, enhance, modify and treat stills, motion graphics and titling sequences (Adobe Photoshop, BorisFX). Troubleshoot system and peripheral devices and software. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR 143   DIGITAL AUDIO WORKSTATION SKILLS

2 units

Prerequisite: TVR 2A or 141A.

Theory and application of digital audio workstations used in media production and postproduction. Developing proficiency using Digidesign’s Pro Tools in a project based learning environment. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

TVR  147   DIGITAL BROADCAST STUDIO FACILITIES

3 units

Interdisciplinary course: Television and Radio, Electronics

Prerequisites: Eltrn 31 or 131; Eltrn 32 or 132; TVR 2B.

Planning, design specification and installation of digital audio studios for the broadcast services; setup and test evaluation of digital audio equipment; wiring, terminations, and documentation; electrical codes, workmanship and safety issues. Use and installation of satellite receivers, Remote Pickup Unit receivers, telephone interfaces, Emergency Alert Systems, transmitter remote controls, transmitter logging equipment and microphones. Configuration and use of computers typically used in digital studios. May not be taken concurrently with or after Eltrn 147. Total of 36 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

 

THEATER ARTS

(Visual Arts and Media Studies Division)

 

THART  7A   EARLY FILM HISTORY

3 units

Development of motion pictures from their inception to the 1940’s. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  7B   CONTEMPORARY FILM HISTORY

3 units

Recommended preparation: ThArt 7A.

Survey of national and international film movements and developments from the 1950’s to the present with special attention given to the influence of Hollywood studios and directors in the world of cinema, art and ideas. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

 

THEATER ARTS

(Performing and Communication Arts Division)

 

THART 1   INTRODUCTION TO THEATER 

3 units

Introduction to theatre as an art form through exploration of theatre in production, with an emphasis on the collaborative role of theatre artists and the active role of the audience. Understanding of, and access to, live theatrical events and enhanced appreciation of the value of theatre to society; development of critical skills through consideration of representative examples of theatrical productions from numerous genres and time periods. Attendance at selected college-sponsored and professional theatre events required. Required instructional trips. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit under review.

 

THART  2A   ACTING FUNDAMENTALS

3 units

Principles of acting techniques: characterization, interpretation, movement and voice. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  2B   INTERMEDIATE ACTING 

3 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 2A.

Acting techniques for stage and camera. Characterization through script interpretation and preparation for performance. Recommended enrollment in ThArt 29 and 30. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  2C   ADVANCED ACTING FUNDAMENTALS

3 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 2B.

Application of performance techniques and support activities for stage and camera productions. Advanced character development and the study of period styles and genres. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Recommended enrollment in ThArt 29 and 30. Total of 36 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  4A   MIME FUNDAMENTALS

2 units

Fundamental work in developing the body as an expressive tool for non-verbal communication, ensemble work and exploration and use of space through basic pantomime technique. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. No credit if taken after ThArt 4. Total of 27 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  4B   MIME FOR THE ACTOR

2 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 4A.

Advanced work in mime technique for the development of period or style movement for actors and performance level mime work. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 27 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  5   HISTORY OF THEATER ARTS

3 units

Development of the stage from primitive theater to the present. Recommended Engl 60. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  6   PLAY WRITING

3 units

Basic view of dramatic structure in play writing designed to develop writing skills through study of professional models, writing scenes and plays, and workshop reading of material in progress. Recommended ThArt 2A. Maximum credit 9 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

THART  8   VOICE AND MOVEMENT FOR THE

                PERFORMER 

3 units

The development of vocal and physical expression of the performer in theater, film and television. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART   9   SCRIPT ANALYSIS

3 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 2A.

Techniques for analyzing a play or film script. This class will explore a variety of methods for investigating the interrelationship of the many parts of a script (theme, structure, characters, plot, setting, etc.). The perspectives gained will guide the students in their discovery of production alternatives for all artists; actors, directors, designers, etc. Total of 54 hours lecture.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit under review

 

THART  10A   MAKEUP FOR STAGE AND SCREEN 

1 unit

Theory and practical application of makeup for stage, television and cinema. Required participation in rehearsals and performances. Recommended enrollment in ThArt 30. Total of 18 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  10B   ADVANCED MAKEUP FOR STAGE

                   AND SCREEN

1 unit

Prerequisite: ThArt 10A.

Theory and application of advanced techniques of makeup including hair makeup, principles of design for non-realistic makeup, mask construction and introduction to prosthesis. Total of 18 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  12A   TECHNICAL THEATER

4 units

Theory of stage craft and advanced practical application; set construction, painting and audio techniques. Required stage crew activity. Recommended enrollment in ThArt 30. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  12B   ADVANCED TECHNICAL THEATER

4 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 12A and enrollment in ThArt 30.

Theory of stage craft and advanced practical applications. Students are required to assume technical and production responsibility for all department productions approved by instructor. Required stage crew activity. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  13   INTRODUCTION TO SCENIC DESIGN

3 units 

Prerequisite: ThArt 12A.

Aspects of scenic design; problems of translating a dramatic idea into stage production. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  15   COSTUME CRAFTS

3 units

Introduction to theatrical costume; tools, techniques, materials and construction. Recommended enrollment in ThArt 30. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  16   COMEDIC PERFORMANCE

1 unit

Prerequisite: ThArt 2A.

Exploration of techniques unique to comedy acting that include character development, emotional range, over-emphasis, under-emphasis, distortion, surprise and free association. Maximum credit 2 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture and 36 hours laboratory.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit under review

 

THART  26   IMPROVISATION TECHNIQUES

2 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 2A.

Principles of improvisation techniques, development of scenes, characterization and ensemble work. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 27 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  28   STUDIO PRODUCTION – REHEARSAL

                  AND PERFORMANCE

1 unit

Prerequisite: Audition.

Performance participation in small-scale dramatic productions. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC credit under review

 

THART  29   REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE

1 unit 

Performance in film, television and theater performance. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 162 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  30   STAGE TECHNIQUES

1 unit

Experience in technical theater as member of staff in lighting, scenery, costuming, makeup or props for College productions. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  41   FUNDAMENTALS OF STAGE LIGHTING

3 units

Theatrical lighting, theory, instruments, control and application. Required participation in rehearsals and performances. Total of 54 hours lecture.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  75   MUSICAL THEATER WORKSHOP

2 units

Prerequisite:  Retention based on successful audition.

Interdisciplinary course: Music, Theater Arts

Techniques, skills, theory and practice of musical theater performance and audition. The practice of songs, scenes and dance for performance on the live stage. May not be taken concurrently with or after Music 75. Maximum credit 8 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 18 hours lecture and 72 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU; UC

 

THART  101A-I   TECHNIQUES FOR THE

                        PERFORMING ARTS

9 units

Various techniques designed to give the student an overview of the craft of acting. Each course 1 unit. Six weeks. Total of 18 hours lecture.

 

THART 101A TECHNIQUES FOR SITUATION

                      COMEDY

(No credit if taken after ThArt 127)

THART 101B MIME FOR ACTORS

(No credit if taken after ThArt 4A)

THART 101C AUDITIONING TECHNIQUES

THART 101D INTRODUCTION TO IMPROVISATION

(No credit if taken after ThArt 126A)

THART 101E SOAP OPERA TECHNIQUES

THART 101F COMMERCIAL ACTING

THART 101G GUEST ARTIST

THART 101H STAND-UP COMEDY TECHNIQUES

THART 101I  LINE MEMORIZATION

 

 

THART  103   INTRODUCTION TO PERFORMANCE ARTS

                    AND ARTISTS

2 units

Survey of the performing arts media. Contribution of the producer, director, designer, actor, technical staff, facilities and unions. Emphasis on career opportunities. Total of 36 hours lecture.

 

THART  104   MIME PRODUCTION

1 unit

Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of ThArt 4A.

Participation in mime productions. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

THART  105   BEGINNING SHAKESPEARE WORKSHOP

2 units

Scansion, interpretation, poetry, prose and performance techniques related to Shakespearean drama. Total of 27 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.

 

THART  110   TELEVISION/MOTION PICTURE ACTING

3 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 2A.

Technical aspects of on-camera acting for television and film. Videotape recording of theatrical scenes and commercials. Business aspects for freelance actors. Development of audition techniques and tape. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.

 

THART  120   THEATER WORKSHOP

3 units

Practical application of all aspects of theatrical production and repertory theater for children and adults. Required instructional trips. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Pass/no pass grading. Total of 162 hours laboratory.

 

THART  121   DIRECTING

3 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 2C.

Application of the principles of directing. Maximum credit 6 units, 3 units each semester. Total of 162 hours laboratory.

 

THART  125   MUSICAL THEATER PRODUCTION

1 unit

Experience in all aspects of musical theater: performance, technical and instrumental. Production of a large-scale musical. Recommended ThArt 2A or 12A or Music 67. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Total of 162 hours laboratory.

 

THART  127   COMEDIC PERFORMANCE

2 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 2A.

Exploration of techniques unique to comedy acting that include character development, emotional range, over-emphasis, under-emphasis, distortion, surprise and free association. Maximum credit 4 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 27 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.

 

THART  128   IMPROVISATION PERFORMANCE

2 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 26.

Improvisation techniques directed towards live performance. Total of 18 hours lecture and 90 hours laboratory.

 

THART  129   REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE

1 units

Prerequisite: Audition.

Participation in small-scale dramatic productions. Maximum credit 4 units,  1 unit each semester. Total of 72 hours laboratory.

 

THART  130   PRACTICAL ACTING STUDIES

2 units

Prerequisite: ThArt 2A.

The investigation and practical application of contemporary theories of acting as they relate to preparing for a role and their use in solving individual acting problems in film, television and theater. Maximum credit 6 units, 2 units each semester. Total of 27 hours lecture and 27 hours laboratory.

 

THART  131   INTERSESSION PRODUCTION WORKSHOP

2 units

Prerequisite: Retention based on successful audition.

Practical experience in theatrical or television production: acting, directing, costuming, makeup, set design and construction. Six weeks. Maximum credit 8 units, 2 units each semester. Summer and winter intersessions. Total of 108 hours laboratory.

 

THART  132   INTERSESSION PERFORMANCE

                   TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP

1 unit

Various performance techniques in theater film or television. Six weeks. Maximum credit 4 units, 1 unit each semester. Summer and winter intersessions. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

 

WELDING

(Engineering and Technology Division)

 

WELD  44A   INTRODUCTION TO GAS WELDING

1 unit

Survey of major welding processes, nomenclature, types of joints. Study of oxy-acetylene welding, brazing and cutting. Welding safety. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

WELD  44B   INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRIC ARC

                  WELDING

1 unit

Fundamentals of shielded metal arc welding; equipment, electrodes and basic procedures. Oxygen cutting. Arc welding safety. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

WELD  44C   ADVANCED ARC WELDING

1 unit

Prerequisite: Weld 44B.

Techniques of out-of-position arc welding. Vertical and overhead filled welds. Study of welding symbols and blueprint reading. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

Transfer Credit: CSU

 

WELD  145   INTRODUCTION TO TIG WELDING

1 unit

Prerequisite: Weld 44A or Weld 44B.

Fundamentals of the Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) or Gas Tungsten Arc (GTAW) welding process, equipment, welding of aluminum and other special metals. Filler rod selection and TIG welding safety. Total of 54 hours laboratory.

 

WELD  150A   OXY-ACETYLENE AND ARC WELDING

5 units

Combined study of the oxy-acetylene and electric arc welding processes. Fundamentals of gas welding, brazing and cutting. Shielded metal arc welding of mild steel. Welding safety and nomenclature. Total of 54 hours lecture and 126 hours laboratory.

 

WELD  150B   ARC WELDING

5 units

Prerequisite: Weld 150A.

Advanced arc welding practice in the vertical overhead position using low-hydrogen electrodes. Welding equipment, blueprint reading and welding symbols. Total of 54 hours lecture and 126 hours laboratory.

 

WELD  150C   STRUCTURAL ARC WELDING

5 units

Prerequisite: Weld 150B.

Preparation for structural steel welding certification. Practical groove welding in all positions. Welding code requirements and weld testing. Total of 54 hours lecture and 126 hours laboratory.

 

WELD  150D   TUNGSTEN INERT GAS (TIG) WELDING

5 units

Prerequisite: Weld 150C.

Practical application of the TIG (heli-arc) and MIG welding processes. TIG welding of steel, stainless steel and aluminum. Filler metal selection and production welding techniques. Welding safety. Total of 54 hours lecture and 126 hours laboratory.

 

WELD  200A   INTRODUCTION TO WELDING

10 units

Introduction to welding fabrication for the career welding student. Development of basic skills in oxy-acetylene welding, brazing and cutting. Emphasis on practical Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) in all positions.  Blueprint reading, shop math and welding safety. Required instructional trips. Total of 90 hours lecture and 270 hours laboratory.

 

WELD  200B   CONSTRUCTION TRADE WELDING 

10 units

Prerequisite: Weld 200A.

Structural steel welding for the construction trades. Performance of groove welds, in all positions, using Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW). Class preparation for the written and practical structural certification tests. Study of welding code, destructive testing of welds, layout and fabrication practice, shop math and welding safety. Required instructional trips. Total of 90 hours lecture and 270 hours laboratory.

 

WELD  200C   SEMI-AUTOMATIC AND GAS TUNGSTEN

                    WELDING

10 units

Prerequisite: Weld 200A.

Study of advanced structural steel and aerospace welding. Class preparation of the semi-automatic light gage certification using Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW). Aero-space welding of steel, stainless steel and aluminum using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW). Study of welding metallurgy, inspection and nondestructive testing, fabrication practice and welding safety. Required instructional trips. Total of 90 hours lecture and 270 hours laboratory.