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ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE (AJ)

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AJ-101 Administration of Justice54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the history and philosophy of administrationof justice in America as well as describing the justice system itselfand describing relationships of its various subsystems. Thecourse also explores theories of crime, punishment, ethics,education, and training for professionalism in the justice system.(GR) C-ID AJ 110

AJ-102 Criminal Law54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers concepts of criminal law: historicaldevelopment, philosophy of law, and constitutional provisions.The course also covers classifications of crime and theirapplication to the justice; and case law, methodology, andconcepts of the law as a social force. (GR) C-ID AJ 120

AJ-104 Criminal Evidence54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the legal aspects of evidence: the origin,development, philosophy, and constitutional basis of evidence,along with constitutional and procedural considerations affectingarrest, search and seizure, kinds and degrees of evidence, andrules governing admissibility. This course uses judicial decisionsinterpreting individual rights, plus case studies, to analyze thematerial presented. (GR) C-ID AJ 124

AJ-106 Criminal Procedure54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the principles and procedures of the justicesystem. The course is an in-depth study of the role andresponsibilities of each segment within the Administration ofJustice system—law enforcement, judicial, and corrections. (GR)

AJ-107 Criminal Investigation54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the nature of investigation; crime scenesearch and recording; interviews and interrogation; sources ofinformation; case preparation, and investigative techniques inspecific crimes. (GR) C-ID AJ 140

AJ-108 Introduction to Forensic Anthropology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ANTH-108Advisory: ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the field of forensic anthropology througha study of the history and methods of forensic anthropology andthe role it plays in the medico-legal system. Topics include thehuman skeletal system, forensic archaeology, recovery, andtechniques for analyzing human skeletal remains. (GC)

AJ-115 Cyber Crime54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Computer competence highly recommendedAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to the study of computer-basedcrimes and the analysis of emerging laws in this field. Studentswill also learn the urgent need of cyber crime investigationswhile protecting the individual’s constitutional rights. (GR)

AJ-116 Criminalistics54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course deals with evidentiary items such as trace evidence,biological evidence, physical patterns, firearms examinations,fingerprint analysis, document examinations, tool markexaminations, and arson and explosion determinations andanalysis, etc. This course is designed for students interested inbecoming police officers, crime scene investigators, and forensiclab technicians. (GR)

AJ-117 Police and Society54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course involves an in-depth exploration of the roles of AJpractitioners and their agencies. Through interaction and studythe student will become aware of interrelationships and roleexpectations among various agencies and the public. Emphasisis placed on professional image of Administration of Justicesystem and development of positive relationships betweenmembers of the system and the public. (GR) C-ID AJ 160

AJ-118 Criminology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course studies human behavior and the reasons andmotivations why people commit crimes. This course will alsoexamine the nature and extent of crimes as well as causes andprevention of criminality. (GR) C-ID SOCI 160

AJ-119 Murder in America54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: PSY-104Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course surveys the psychological and criminological aspectsof murder throughout America, emphasizing serial killers, massmurderers, spree killers, and foreign and domestic terrorists andtheir victims. (GR)

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AJ-121 Constitutional Law and the United States54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: PS-106Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course examines the development of judicial review and theevolving role of the U.S. Supreme Court through analysis oflandmark decisions of the Court. In particular, this course willfocus on a theoretical discussion exploring the plurality ofmethods of constitutional interpretation used by justices in thepast and present. (GC)

AJ-123 Terrorism54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course examines basic information about the structure andnature of domestic and international terrorism, and the roles ofstate and local law enforcement in national defense. This courseis designed for Administration of Justice majors and thoseinterested in becoming a police officer or working withinHomeland Security. (GR)

AJ-131 Administration of Juvenile Justice54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the causes and forms of juvenile delinquency,the handling of juvenile offenders and victims, the preventionand repression of juvenile delinquency, the diagnosis andreferral of juvenile offenders, the organization of communityresources, and juvenile law and juvenile court procedures. (GR)C-ID AJ 220

AJ-135 Drug Enforcement54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AThis course covers the identification of narcotic and dangerousdrugs, the user of drugs and their supply, the law as an agencyof drug control, investigation and processing of drug violations,and social solutions to the drug problems. (GR)

Ohlone College is a member of the South Bay Regional Public SafetyTraining Consortium. Vocational training courses are offered in various areas including, but not limited to, the following: Correctional Officer, Law Enforcement Officer, Reserve Police Officer, Dispatcher, Fire Technology,Probation Officer, and Juvenile Hall Counselor. The consortium is fundedby various colleges regionally to provide vocational specific training which may require special facilities, special training conditions, or is presentedoutside of the schedules of regular college classes. Students who wouldlike a schedule of these classes or more information on specific programsmay call (408) 270-6458.

The application and registration process is completed at the South BayRegional Public Safety Training Consortium located at 560 Bailey Avenue in San Jose. Although open to the public, the majority of these courses are intended to serve the already employed. Students who would like information about a career in any of these programs should call (408) 229-4299.

AJ-220 Basic Police Academy180.00 hrs lecture, 693.00 hrs labUnits: 22.00Prerequisite: POST approved pre-entry English skills score of48; physical abilities assessment examinations provided by theAcademy with a score of 320 or greater; 1.5 mile run in 14minutes or lessAdvisory: Penal Code Section 13511.5 requires that eachapplicant for admission to a basic course of training certified bythe Commission (including the P.C. 832 course) that includesthe carrying and use of firearms, and who is not sponsored bya local or other law enforcement agency, or is not a peaceofficer employed by a state or local agency, department, ordistrict, shall be required to submit written certification fromthe Department of Justice that the applicant has no criminalhistory background which would disqualify him or her fromowning, possessing, or having under his or her control afirearm. Medical clearance by a licensed physician and a validdriver’s license. PELLETB Written Exam with a score of 48.Physical Agility Exam provided by the Academy with a score of320 or greater.This course satisfies all minimum required training mandatesgoverned by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards andTraining (POST) entry level Peace Officers. The course includesfundamental principles, procedures, and techniques of lawenforcement, including criminal law, patrol procedures, culturaldiversity, investigative procedures, report writing, defensivetactics, firearms, leadership, ethics, community relations, policevehicles operations, traffic enforcement, accident investigation,and first aid/CPR. This course is open to those students whomeet and satisfy entry requirements including writtenexamination, physical fitness examination, DOJ fingerprintclearance, and medical clearance. This course requires significanttime commitments and outside course work including uniformpreparation, homework assignments, and equipmentmaintenance. Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

AJ-223 Canine Update18.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: POST certified basic law enforcement academy orequivalent as determined by the Dean of Academy Instruction.NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not a guarantee stateregulatory or licensing agencies will also grant equivalency.Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate the followingminimum knowledge and skill levels: first aid; knowledge of K-9 equipment; knowledge of K-9 safety gear; knowledge ofbite work commands knowledge of case law related to K-9deployment; officer safety.This course is designed to provide officer safety tactics, K-9 bitework, and building searches in a field environment, utilizingscenarios. The course provides updates on recent K-9 incidentsand policies. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable = 5times (CR)

AJ-227 Basic Police Academy — Modular Format, Level I250.00 hrs lecture, 250.00 hrs labUnits: 12.50Prerequisite: Successful completion of POST Level I courserequirements; POST entry reading and writing exam; Academyphysical agility test; medical insurance; valid California Driver’sLicense; medical exam clearance by a licensed physician; DOJclearance per Penal Code section 13511.5This course is certified by the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and Training (POST) and meets the content and hourrequirements established by POST for Level I Reserve PeaceOfficers. This course combined with Level III and Level IIcertificates meets the regular basic academy requirements.Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

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AJ-227A135 Basic Police Academy Modular, Level I99.00 hrs lecture, 450.00 hrs labUnits: 13.50Prerequisite: AJ-228 or POST Basic Police Academy Modular II;AJ-229A4 or POST Basic Police Academy Modular Level IIIAdvisory: POST entry reading and writing exam; Academyphysical agility testThis course is certified by the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and Training (POST) and meets the content and hourrequirements established by POST for Level I Reserve PeaceOfficer. This course combined with Level III and Level IIcertificates meets the regular POST basic academy requirements.Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

AJ-228 Basic Police Academy Modular Level II54.00 hrs lecture, 225.00 hrs labUnits: 7.00Prerequisite: AJ-229A4Advisory: POST entry reading and writing exam; AcademyPhysical Agility testThis course satisfies California Peace Officers Standards andTraining (POST) minimum training mandates for Basic AcademyModular, Level II. This course covers fundamental principles,procedures, and techniques of law enforcement includingcriminal law, patrol procedures, cultural diversity, investigativeprocedures, report writing, community relations, defensivetactics, and firearms. (GR)

AJ-229A4 Basic Police Academy Modular, Level III36.00 hrs lecture, 126.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: POST entry reading and writing exam; AcademyWSTB Physical Agility Test; Valid California Driver’s License;Medical Insurance Penal Code 13511.5; Medical clearance toperform in physical training; 3 year DMV Abstract. DOJclearance Penal Code section 13511.5 requires DOJ clearancefor each applicant to a basic course of training certified by theCommission that includes carrying and use of firearms. Anapplicant who is not sponsored by a local or other lawenforcement agency, or is not a peace officer employed by astate or local agency, department, or district, shall also berequired to submit written certification.This course is certified by the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and Training (POST) and meets the content and hourrequirements established by POST for Level III Reserve PeaceOfficers. Level III with Level II and Level I certificates meet theregular basic academy requirements. Not applicable to associatedegree. (GR)

AJ-235 Drug Investigation — 115504.50 hrs lecture, 13.50 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: AJ-220 or Basic POST CertificateThis course familiarizes students with the commonly abusedcontrolled substances, methods of acquisition, and the signs andsymptoms. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-236 Background Investigator9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: AJ-220 or POST Basic Police Academy CertificateAdvisory: POST-approved Pre-Entry English Skills AssessmentExam provided by AcademyThis course is a POST certified course designed to provide lawenforcement officers with the skills to be an accomplishedBackground Investigator. This course includes the fundamentalsof background investigation, interviewing, the use ofpsychological screening, polygraphs, legal aspects of backgroundinvestigation, and verbal/non-verbal communication. Repeatable= 5 times (CR)

AJ-237 Field Training Officer9.00 hrs lecture, 31.50 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Commission on Police Officer Standards andTraining (POST) certified basic law enforcement academydiploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction. Approval of equivalent training is not a guaranteestate regulatory or licensing agencies will also grantequivalency. Familiarity and ability to demonstrate all of theseskills and minimum knowledge: professionalism and ethics inpolicing; leadership in policing; sexual harassment policiesThis course is designed for students that have been or will beaccepted into field training officer programs in law enforcementagencies. This course has certification from the CaliforniaCommission on Peace Officer Standards and Training andfollows the guidelines and standards under 832.3 of the PenalCode. (CR)

AJ-240A Advanced Officer Training9.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: AJ-220 or POST Basic Police Academy CertificateThis course provides agency discretionary training and/orrequired mandated training according to the Commission onPeace Officer Standards and Training (POST), CorrectionStandards Authority (CSA), State Fire Training (SFT) or otherregulatory agency. Related topics include state/legislativelymandated training, perishable skills, first aid/CPR, officer safety,legal updates, and cultural awareness. This course may becertified to meet continuing professional training standardsprescribed by POST, CSA, SFT or other regulatory agency whereappropriate. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable = 5times (CR)

AJ-240A1 Advanced Officer Training9.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Commission on Police Officer Standards andTraining (POST) certified basic law enforcement academydiploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate all ofthese skills and minimum knowledge: Officer safety; properand safe firearms handling; proper and safe firearms storage;proper and safe firearms cleaning techniques; achieve aqualifying score during tactical handgun shooting; achieve aqualifying score during shotgun shooting; proper and safetactical movement; proper and safe arrest and controltechnique; proper and safe ground fighting technique; properand safe handling and use of chemical weapons; proper andsafe handling and use of nonlethal weapons; Penal codes usedin policing; Vehicle codes used in policing; Health and Safetycodes used in policingThis course provides agency discretionary training and/orrequired mandated training according to the Commission onPeace Officer Standards and Training (POST), CorrectionStandards Authority (CSA), State Fire Training (SFT) or otherregulatory agency. Related topics include state/legislativelymandated training, perishable skills, first aid/CPR, officer safety,legal updates, and cultural awareness. This course may becertified to meet continuing professional training standardsprescribed by POST, CSA, SFT or other regulatory agency whereappropriate. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable = 5times (CR)



AJ-242 Police Supervisor18.00 hrs lecture, 63.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: AJ-220 or Basic POST CertificateThis course emphasizes the basic elements of supervision andhow they may be applied to police work. Essentials of goodleadership and understanding of the basic needs of humanbeings as well as ways to stimulate subordinates to betterperformance are the contents of the course. Repeatable = 5times (GR)

AJ-243A5 Law Enforcement Seminar9.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Commission on Police Officer Standards andTraining (POST) certified basic law enforcement academydiploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not aguarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grantequivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate thefollowing minimum knowledge and skills: officer safety;investigation process; Americans with Disabilities Act; verbalcommunication used in policing; report writing; elementsrequired to arrest for sex crimes.Topics discussed in this course include: a review of theAmericans with Disabilities Act, protecting the rights of peoplewith disabilities, responding to sexual assault and interviewingvictims, completing a death scene investigation, and thestructure and training of Reserve Officers. Not applicable toassociate degree. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-245 City Police Academy24.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50The purpose of the Citizens Police Academy is to enhance therelationship of the Police Department with the community byeducating the citizen in various aspects of police operations. Thecitizen becomes more aware of what services the policedepartment can and—in some situations—can’t provide, themethodologies and strategies behind its programs and tactics, aswell as other important aspects of law enforcement, not only ona neighborhood level but also on a wider scale. Repeatable = 5times (CR)

AJ-245A1 Citizen Police Academy50.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00The purpose of the Citizens Police Academy is to enhance therelationship of the Police Department with the community byeducating the citizen in various aspects of police operations. Thecitizen becomes more aware of what services the policedepartment can and—in some situations—can’t provide, themethodologies and strategies behind its programs and tactics, aswell as other important aspects of law enforcement, not only ona neighborhood level but also on a wider scale. Repeatable = 5times (CR)

AJ-246 Field Training Program5.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: POST certified as a California Peace OfficerThis course is certified by Peace Officers Standards and Training(POST). The Field Training Program is designed to provide atraining continuum which integrates the acquired knowledgeand skill from the regular Basic Police Academy with the practicalapplication of law enforcement services. The Field TrainingProgram introduces a newly assigned officer to the personnel,procedures, policies, and purposes of the individual lawenforcement agency and provides the initial formal and informaltraining specific to the agency and the day-to-day duties of itsofficers. Students will be assigned in a patrol car, one-on-onewith a certified Field Training Officer. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-246A10 Law Enforcement Field Training Program800.00 hrs labUnits: 10.00Prerequisite: POST certified as a California Peace OfficerThis course is a program certified to law enforcement agenciesin the state of California. The program is designed to certify thecompletion of specifications described in the Field TrainingOfficer Guide from the Commission on Peace Officer Standardsand Training. Students will be assigned in a patrol car, one-on-one with a certified Field Training Officer. The Field TrainingProgram introduces a newly assigned officer to the personnelprocedures, policies, and purposes of the individual lawenforcement agency and provides the initial formal and informaltraining specific to the agency and the day-to-day duties of itsofficers. Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

AJ-246A15 Law Enforcement Field Training Program140.00 hrs labUnits: 1.50Prerequisite: POST certified as a California Peace OfficerThis course is a program certified to law enforcement agenciesin the state of California. The program is designed to certify thecompletion of specifications described in the Field TrainingOfficer Guide from the Commission on Peace Officer Standardsand Training. Students will be assigned in a patrol car, one-on-one with a certified Field Training Officer. The Field TrainingProgram introduces a newly assigned officer to the personnelprocedures, policies, and purposes of the individual lawenforcement agency and provides the initial formal and informaltraining specific to the agency and the day-to-day duties of itsofficers. Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

AJ-246A25 Law Enforcement Field Training Program80.00 hrs lecture, 40.00 hrs labUnits: 2.50This course is designed for Field Training Program supervisorsand/or managers. The course emphasizes techniques for theproper selection, training, and supervision of FTO’s. The coursemeets the training requirements for effective management of theField Training Program required by California Commission onPeace Officers Standards and Training (POST). Repeatable = 5times (CR)

AJ-246A35 Law Enforcement Field Training Program280.00 hrs labUnits: 3.50Prerequisite: POST certified as a California Peace OfficerThis course is certified to law enforcement agencies in the stateof California. The program is designed to certify the completionof specifications described in the Field Training Officer Guidefrom the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.Students will be assigned in a patrol car, one-on-one with acertified Field Training Officer. The Field Training Programintroduces a newly assigned officer to the personnel procedures,policies, purposes of the individual law enforcement agency, andprovides the initial formal and informal training specific to theagency and the day-to-day duties of its officers. Repeatable = 5times (GR)

AJ-246A55 Field Training Program — SAC440.00 hrs labUnits: 5.50This course is designed for Field Training Program supervisorsand/or managers. The course emphasizes techniques for theproper selection, training, and supervision of FTO’s. The coursemeets the training requirements for effective management of theField Training Program required by California Commission onPeace Officers Standards and Training (POST). Repeatable = 5times (CR)



AJ-246A6 Law Enforcement Field Training Program480.00 hrs labUnits: 6.00Prerequisite: POST certified as a California Peace OfficerThis course is certified to Law Enforcement Agencies in the stateof California. The program is designed to certify the completionof specifications described in the Field Training Officer Guidefrom the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.Students will be assigned in a patrol car, one-on-one with acertified Field Training Officer. The Field Training Programintroduces a newly assigned officer to the personnel procedures,policies, and purposes of the individual law enforcement agency,and provides the initial formal and informal training specific tothe agency, and the day-to-day duties of its officers. Repeatable= 5 times (GR)

AJ-246A65 Law Enforcement Field Training Program520.00 hrs labUnits: 6.50Prerequisite: POST certified as a California Peace OfficerThis course is part of a program certified to law enforcementagencies in the state of California. The program is designed tocertify the completion of specifications described in the FieldTraining Officer Guide from the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and Training. Students will be assigned in a patrol car,one-on-one with a certified Field Training Officer. The FieldTraining Program introduces a newly assigned officer to thepersonnel procedures, policies, and purposes of the individuallaw enforcement agency, and provides the initial formal andinformal training specific to the agency, and the day-to-dayduties of its officers. Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

AJ-246A7 Law Enforcement Field Training Program560.00 hrs labUnits: 7.00Prerequisite: POST certified as a California Peace OfficerThis course is certified to law enforcement agencies in the stateof California. The program is designed to certify the completionof specifications described in the Field Training Officer Guidefrom the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.Students will be assigned in a patrol car, one-on-one with acertified Field Training Officer. The Field Training Programintroduces a newly assigned officer to the personnel procedures,policies, and purposes of the individual law enforcement agency,and provides the initial formal and informal training specific tothe agency, and the day-to-day duties of its officers. Repeatable= 5 times (GR)




AJ-247 Field Training Officer — Update24.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Advisory: Field Training Officers employed with a lawenforcement agencyThis course is designed to update Field Training Officers in thefollowing areas: evaluation, legal aspects, Commission on PeaceOfficers Standards and Training changes. Not applicable toassociate degree. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-248 Instructor Development9.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: AJ-220 or Basic POST CertificateThis POST-certified course is designed to provide instruction forPOST Academy instructors in adult learning principles includinginstructional planning skills, presentation, and facilitationtechniques. (CR)

AJ-249 PC-832 — Firearms8.00 hrs lecture, 16.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50This course is designed for public safety personnel attendingannual updates, recertification, or remediation mandated by theCommission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. Coursecovers the legal requirements for carrying and using a firearmwithin the scope of their job related duties. Participants areinstructed in the safe handling of firearms and techniques ofshooting. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-251 Basic Fingerprint8.00 hrs lecture, 32.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: AJ-220 or AJ-234An introduction to fingerprints, including the history,identification, classification and filing, courtroom testimony, andpractical application. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)



AJ-253A2 Homicide Investigation18.00 hrs lecture, 63.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Commission on Police Officer Standards andTraining (POST) certified basic law enforcement academydiploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not aguarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grantequivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate thefollowing minimum knowledge and skills: officer safety;effective verbal communication used in policing; effective non-verbal communication used in policing; basic criminalinvestigation procedures; case law pertinent to policing;evaluating statements, evidence, and laboratory results;preservation of a crime scene; crime scene surveys andsearches; photographs; handling evidence.This course teaches students the highly specialized field ofhomicide investigation. The course will cover the legal aspects ofdeath investigation, homicide crime scene procedures, autopsy,psychological profiling, criminal psychology, laboratory work,gunshots, asphyxia, drowning, burning, cutting, stabbing, andinterview techniques. Not applicable to associate degree.Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-254 Police Supervisor — Update20.00 hrs lecture, 4.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: AJ-220 or possess POST basic training certificate toqualify for Peace Officer statusThis course is designed for updating first-line field supervisors inareas including liability issues, ethics, communication, counselingskills, and handling critical incidents. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-255 Search Warrant Investigator15.00 hrs lecture, 9.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Commission on Police Officer Standards andTraining (POST) certified basic law enforcement academydiploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction. Note: Approval of equivalent training is not aguarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grantequivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate thefollowing knowledge and skills: officer safety; Penal codes usedin policing; effective verbal communication used in policing;effective non-verbal communication used in policing; case lawpertinent to policing; search and seizure.This course will cover search warrant law and procedure; knocknotice; affidavit preparation; problems of search warrantpreparation and knock and talks; actual preparation of a searchwarrant by each participant. In addition, the course will providethe knowledge, skills, and tactics necessary to properly serve andexecute a search warrant effectively and safely. The student willdevelop a sound operational plan for the execution of a searchwarrant. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-257 Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT)54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: AJ-220; POST certified basic law enforcementacademy or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction. Approval of equivalent training is not a guaranteestate regulatory or licensing agencies will also grantequivalency. Familiarity and ability to demonstrate all of theseskills and minimum knowledge: Officer safety; proper and safefirearms handling, storage and cleaning techniques; ability toachieve a qualifying score during tactical handgun, shotgunand AR15 shooting; proper and safe tactical movement; properand safe arrest and control technique; proper and safe groundfighting technique; proper and safe handling and use ofchemical weapons; proper and safe handling and use ofnonlethal weapons; Penal, Vehicle, Health, Safety, Welfare, andInstitutions codes used in policing; effective verbal and non-verbal communication used in policing; case law pertinent topolicing; proper CPR technique; proper first aid technique;knowledge of the areas of the body which require maximumprotection; knowledge of the elements of a lawful arrest;ground control positions, control holds, and takedowntechniques used when controlling a suspect; knowledge of thegeneral guidelines for use of handcuffs; knowledge of theguidelines for impact weapon use; ability to achieve aqualifying score during tactical handgun shooting, shotgunshooting, and AR15 shooting; knowledge of basic firearms andammunition safety; knowledge of cleaning techniques andrequired maintenance of firearms; knowledge of crowd controland riot management techniques; techniques used to securethe scene where a suspected explosive device has beenlocated; knowledge of lifetime fitness; POST certified basic lawenforcement academy or equivalent as determined by theDean of Academy Instruction.This course meets the training requirements of the CaliforniaCommission on Peace Officer Standard and Training (POST). Thecourse is designed to prepare students for the demands ofdepartments’ special teams (e.g. SWAT, SRT, ERT, MERGE). Thecourse will include qualification courses of firearms and tacticalcombat shooting. (CR)



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AJ-257A2 Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT)18.00 hrs lecture, 63.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Commission on Police Officer Standards andTraining (POST) certified basic law enforcement academydiploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training is not aguarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will also grantequivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate thefollowing minimum knowledge and skills: officer safety; firearmstorage techniques; ability to achieve a qualifying score duringtactical handgun, shotgun, and AR15 shooting; knowledge oftactical movement; arrest and control techniques; groundfighting techniques; knowledge of safe handling and use ofchemical weapons; knowledge of safe handling and use ofnon-lethal weapons; Penal, Vehicle, Health and Safety, andWelfare and Institutions codes used in policing; effective verbaland non-verbal communication used in policing; case lawpertinent to policing; knowledge of CPR techniques; knowledgeof first aid techniques; knowledge of the areas of the bodywhich require maximum protection; knowledge of theelements of a lawful arrest; ground control positions, controlholds, and take-down techniques used when controlling asuspect; knowledge of the general guidelines for use ofhandcuffs; knowledge of the guidelines for impact weapon use;knowledge of basic firearms and ammunition safety;knowledge of cleaning techniques and required maintenanceof firearms; knowledge of crowd control and riot managementtechniques; techniques used to secure the scene where asuspected explosive device has been located; knowledge oflifetime fitness.This course meets the training requirements of the CaliforniaCommission on Peace Officer Standard and Training (POST). Thecourse is designed to prepare students for the demands ofdepartments’ special teams (e.g. SWAT, SRT, ERT, MERGE). Thecourse will include qualification courses of firearms and tacticalcombat shooting. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable= 5 times (CR)

AJ-258 Street Gang Training24.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Advisory: AJ-220 or possess POST basic training certificate toqualify for Peace Officer statusThis course is directed from a regional point of view to assist lawenforcement personnel in the identification and investigativetechniques involved in gang activity and prosecution. Thematerial presented is consistent with other information on gangactivity throughout the state. The instructors are subject matterexperts who meet with others to address gang problem in theregion. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-260 Skills and Knowledge Modular Training8.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Public Safety personnel employed in Law Enforcement,Corrections, Fire Technology, and related fields are required bylaw to participate in continuing educational programs annually.These courses are developed and certified for acceptableminimum standards by either the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and Training, the State Board of Corrections-Standardsin Training for Corrections, or the State Fire Marshall’s Office.Local advisory committees representing each of the respectivedisciplines have recommended these courses be modularizedfor more efficient delivery. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-26015 Skills and Knowledge Modular Training9.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.50Public Safety personnel employed in Law Enforcement,Corrections, Fire Technology, and related fields are required bylaw to participate in continuing educational programs annually.These courses are developed and certified for acceptableminimum standards by either the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and Training, the State Board of Corrections-Standardsin Training for Corrections, or the State Fire Marshall’s Office.Local advisory committees representing each of the respectivedisciplines have recommended these courses be modularizedfor more efficient delivery. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-260A1 Skills and Knowledge Modular Training9.00 hrs lecture, 45.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Commission on Police Officer Standards andTraining (POST) certified basic law enforcement academydiploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction; Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate theseskills and minimum knowledge: Officer safety; proper and safefirearms handling; proper and safe firearms storage; properand safe firearms cleaning techniques; qualifying score duringtactical handgun shooting; qualifying score during shotgunshooting; qualifying score during AR15 shooting; proper andsafe tactical movement; proper and safe arrest and controltechnique; proper and safe ground fighting technique; properand safe handling and use of chemical weapons; proper andsafe handling and use of nonlethal weapons; Penal codes usedin policing; Vehicle codes used in policing; Welfare andInstitutions codes used in policing; proper CPR technique;proper first aid techniquePublic Safety personnel employed in Law Enforcement,Corrections, Fire Technology, and related fields are required bylaw to participate in continuing educational programs annually.These courses are developed and certified for acceptableminimum standards by either the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and Training, the State Board of Corrections-Standardsin Training for Corrections, or the State Fire Marshall’s Office.Local advisory committees representing each of the respectivedisciplines have recommended these courses be modularizedfor more efficient delivery. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)



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AJ-260A2 Skills and Knowledge Modular Training18.00 hrs lecture, 63.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Commission on Police Officer Standards andTraining (POST) certified basic law enforcement academydiploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate all ofthese skills and minimum knowledge: Officer safety; properand safe firearms handling; proper and safe firearms storage;proper and safe firearms cleaning techniques; qualifying scoreduring tactical handgun shooting; qualifying score duringshotgun shooting; qualifying score during AR15 shooting;proper and safe tactical movement; proper and safe arrest andcontrol technique; proper and safe ground fighting technique;proper and safe handling and use of chemical weapons;proper and safe handling and use of nonlethal weapons; Penalcodes used in policing; Vehicle codes used in policing; Healthand Safety codes used in policing; proper CPR technique;proper first aid techniqueCourses are developed and certified for acceptable minimumstandards by either the Commission on Peace Officer Standardsand Training, the State Board of Corrections-Standards inTraining for Corrections. These modules include Active Shooter,Pursuit Decision, First Aid and CPR, Police Baton, TerrorismUpdate, Tactical Firearms, Non Deadly Intermediate and LowLevel Force, Electronic Weapons Operator Course, andDefensive Driving. The respective disciplines have beenmodularized for more efficient delivery. Repeatable = 5 times(CR)

AJ-260A3 Skills and Knowledge Modular Training31.50 hrs lecture, 90.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Commission on Police Officer Standards andTraining (POST) certified basic law enforcement academydiploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate all ofthese skills and minimum knowledge: Officer safety; properand safe firearms handling; proper tactical shooting techniques;proper and safe tactical movement; proper and safe arrest andcontrol technique; proper and safe handling and use ofchemical weapons; proper and safe handling and use ofnonlethal weapons; Penal codes used in policing; VehicleCodes use in policing; vehicle and purist techniques; effectiveverbal communication used in policing; effective non-verbalcommunication used in policing; case law pertinent to policing;proper CPR technique; proper first aid techniqueCourses are developed and certified for acceptable minimumstandards by either the Commission on Peace Officer Standardsand Training, the State Board of Corrections-Standards inTraining for Corrections, or the State Fire Marshall’s Office. Localadvisory committees representing each of the respectivedisciplines have recommended these courses be modularizedfor more efficient delivery. Each agency selects sufficient contentfrom the outline to reach the unit level of the course number.Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-260A35 Skills and Knowledge Modular Training84.60 hrs lecture, 63.00 hrs labUnits: 3.50Public Safety personnel employed in Law Enforcement,Corrections, Fire Technology, and related fields are required bylaw to participate in continuing educational programs annually.These courses are developed and certified for acceptableminimum standards by either the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and Training, the State Board of Corrections-Standardsin Training for Corrections, or the State Fire Marshall’s Office.Local advisory committees representing each of the respectivedisciplines have recommended these courses be modularizedfor more efficient delivery. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-260A4 Skills and Knowledge Modular Training99.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Public Safety personnel employed in Law Enforcement,Corrections, Fire Technology, and related fields are required bylaw to participate in continuing educational programs annually.These courses are developed and certified for acceptableminimum standards by either the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and Training, the State Board of Corrections-Standardsin Training for Corrections, or the State Fire Marshall’s Office.Local advisory committees representing each of the respectivedisciplines have recommended these courses be modularizedfor more efficient delivery. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-260A5 Lateral Academy90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Public Safety personnel employed in Law Enforcement,Corrections, Fire Technology, and related fields are required bylaw to participate in continuing educational programs annually.These courses are developed and certified for acceptableminimum standards by either the Commission on Peace OfficerStandards and Training, the State Board of Corrections-Standardsin Training for Corrections, or the State Fire Marshall’s Office.Local advisory committees representing each of the respectivedisciplines have recommended these courses be modularizedfor more efficient delivery. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)



AJ-274A Bicycle Patrol7.50 hrs lecture, 16.50 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: POST Basic CertificateThis course is designed to give students basic knowledge of theuse of the bicycle in police patrol and improve their bicycle ridingskills. The course will cover topics dealing with physical fitness,maintenance, subject/suspect contact, off-road bicycle handlingskills, and the history of the bicycle. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)



AJ-276 Rural Crime School30.00 hrs lecture, 10.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: POST Basic CertificateThis course includes instruction on basic livestock theftinvestigation; breed and brand recognition; individual casestudies; rural crime; criminal law; trespass law; expert testimony;bureau of livestock ID role and responsibilities; proactive roadenforcement in livestock work; crop and commodityenforcement; heavy equipment theft; and chemical theft.Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

AJ-277 Radar/Linar Training4.50 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: AJ-220; Commission on Police Officer Standardsand Training (POST) certified basic law enforcement academydiploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean of AcademyInstruction; students must be familiar with Vehicle codes usedin policing; vehicle and patrol techniquesThe purpose of this course is to improve the speed enforcementthrough the proper and efficient use of RADAR (Radio Detectionand Ranging)/LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) speed-measuring device. The course provides information on RADARoperations, enforcement principles of stationary and movingRADAR/LIDAR exercises, and case law. Repeatable = 5 times(CR)

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AIR FORCE (AF)


AF-101A Foundations of the U.S. Air Force22.50 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUToday’s Air Force officer and the Air Force as a whole. (GR)

AF-101B Foundations of the U.S. Air Force18.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUToday’s Air Force officer and the Air Force as a whole. (GR)

AF-102A The Evolution of the U.S. Air Force22.50 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUIntroduction to ethics, values, leadership and leadershipproblems, and communication skills. (GR)

AF-102B Evolution of the U.S. Air ForceAir and Space Power36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUIntroduction to ethics, values, leadership and leadershipproblems, and communication skills. (GR)

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ALLIED HEALTH (AH)

Division: Health Sciences and Environmental StudiesAcademic Dean: Gale CarliDivision Administrative Assistant: JoAnne Serran Division Administrative Assistant: Zelma HunterLocation: Newark campus, Room NC1324Phone number: (510) 742-3100

AH-110 Medical Terminology72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Advisory: ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to medical terminology as used inthe health professions. The course provides knowledge of thebasic structure of the medical words and terms pertaining to thebody as a whole. The course introduces learners to the natureand symptoms of the diseases and terms of the clinicalprocedures, laboratory tests, and abbreviations connected tomedical diagnosis. (GR)

AH-151 Applied Clinical Pharmacology36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides the respiratory therapist student orpractitioner with a working knowledge of drug therapy in currentuse with acutely ill patients. (GR)

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AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ASL)

Division: Deaf StudiesAcademic Dean: Darline Gunsauls Division Administrative Assistant: Nora ChopelasLocation: Fremont campus, Room 6203Phone number: (510) 659-6269

ASL-101A Principles of American Sign Language I90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the beginning fundamental principles ofAmerican Sign Language and introduces basic information aboutthe Deaf community and Deaf culture. This course is required forstudents majoring in American Sign Language and Deaf Studiesand is a prerequisite for students wishing to enter the InterpreterPreparation Program. Students are expected to attend outsideevents at their own expense. (GR)

ASL-101A4 Principles of American Sign Language I54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the beginning fundamental principles ofAmerican Sign Language and introduces basic information aboutthe Deaf community and Deaf culture. This course is required forstudents majoring in American Sign Language and Deaf Studiesand is a prerequisite for students wishing to enter the InterpreterPreparation Program. Students are expected to attend outsideevents at their own expense. (GR)



ASL-101B Principles of American Sign Language I90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ASL-101A or two years of high school ASLAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an enhanced and expanded Level I study of thefundamentals of American Sign Language and is a further studyof the Deaf community and Deaf culture. This course isrecommended for students who have completed ASL-101A andwho desire further study and review before taking ASL-102A.Students are expected to attend outside Deaf events at their ownexpense. (GR)

ASL-102A Principles of American Sign Language II90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ASL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the fundamental principles of Level IIAmerican Sign Language and introduces more advancedinformation about the Deaf community and Deaf culture. Thiscourse is recommended for students majoring in American SignLanguage and Deaf Studies and students wishing to enter theInterpreter Preparation Program. (GR)

ASL-102A4 Principles of American Sign Language II54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: ASL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the fundamental principles of Level IIAmerican Sign Language and introduces more advancedinformation about the Deaf community and Deaf culture. Thiscourse is recommended for students majoring in American SignLanguage and Deaf Studies and students wishing to enter theInterpreter Preparation Program. (GR)

ASL-102B Principles of American Sign Language II90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ASL-102AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an enhanced and expanded Level II study of thefundamentals of American Sign Language and is a further studyof the Deaf community and Deaf culture. This course isrecommended for students who desire further study and reviewafter completing ASL-102A. Students are expected to attendoutside events at their own expense. (GR)

ASL-103A Principles of American Sign Language III90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ASL-102AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the fundamental principles of Level III ofAmerican Sign Language for students who have completed ASL-102A and is a further study of the Deaf community and Deafculture. The course is required for students majoring in AmericanSign Language and Deaf Studies and students wishing to enterthe Interpreter Preparation Program. Students are expected toattend outside events at their own expense. (GR)

ASL-103A4 Principles of American Sign Language III54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: ASL-102AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the fundamental principles of Level III ofAmerican Sign Language for students who have completed ASL-102A and is a further study of the Deaf community and Deafculture. The course is required for students majoring in AmericanSign Language and Deaf Studies and students wishing to enterthe Interpreter Preparation Program. Students are expected toattend outside events at their own expense. (GR)

ASL-103B Principles of American Sign Language III90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ASL-103AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an expanded and enhanced Level III study of thefundamental principles of American Sign Language and is afurther study of the Deaf community and Deaf culture. Thiscourse is recommended for students who have completed ASL-103A and who desire further study and review before taking ASL-104A. Students are expected to attend outside Deaf events attheir own expense. (GR)

ASL-104A Principles of American Sign Language IV90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ASL-103AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the fundamental principles of Level IV ofAmerican Sign Language and continues information about theDeaf community and Deaf culture. This course is required forstudents majoring in American Sign Language and Deaf Studiesand students wishing to enter the Interpreter PreparationProgram. Students are expected to attend outside events at theirown expense. (GR)

ASL-104B Principles of American Sign Language IV90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ASL-104AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an enhanced and expanded Level IV study of thefundamental principles of American Sign Language and is furtherstudy of the Deaf community and Deaf culture. This course isrecommended for students who desire further study and reviewafter completing ASL-104A. Students are expected to attendoutside events at their own expense. (GR)

ASL-140 Deaf Education54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: DEAF-330Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; ASL fluencyAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course has been designed to provide the student with ageneral orientation to Deaf education. The course provides anoverview of the historical, philosophical, and social aspects ofDeaf education. In addition, an orientation to problems, issues,research, legislation, and current trends in the field of educationof the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students is provided. (GR)



ASL-142 Deaf Culture54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, ASL-101A or ASL-101BAdvisory: ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces American Deaf culture with historical andcultural overview of the American Deaf community and itslanguage, American Sign Language (ASL). Fundamentalsociological and anthropological theories will be discussed.Students will be given an opportunity to study and understandminority group dynamics, attitudes, and behavior characteristicsof the oppressed and oppressor people and the liberationmovements. Analysis of the relationship ASL to the history ofAmerican Deaf community will be conducted. (GR)

ASL-145 Deaf History54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ASL-101A or ASL-101BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an in-depth study of noted Deaf persons, Deafcontributions to education and job markets, Deaf heritage,international Deaf history, history of California School of theDeaf-Fremont, and history of Bay Area Deaf organizations. (GR)

ASL-150 Linguistics of ASL54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ASL-103A and ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an in-depth study of the language of AmericanDeaf people including grammar, morphology, phonology,semantics, and discourse of ASL. Taught in ASL only. (GR)

ASL-152 Advanced Fingerspelling18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: ASL-102A or ASL-102BThis course provides concentrated instruction in the receptiveand expressive practice of advanced fingerspelling at increasinglevels of complexity. The course is recommended for advancedstudents majoring in American Sign Language and Deaf Studiesor students who are in the Interpreter Preparation Program. (GC)

ASL-154 Advanced American Sign Language Vocabulary36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: ASL-102A or ASL-102BThis course is designed to provide students with receptive andexpressive knowledge of over 5,000 signs and commonly usedphrases. Regional variations of signs will be studied. Conceptualaccuracy is emphasized. Students will be able to correctly signEnglish into ASL and be able to translate ASL into English. Thiscourse is recommended for advanced students majoring inAmerican Sign Language and Deaf Studies, and/or InterpreterPreparation Program. (GC)

ASL-155 ASL Literature54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ASL-102A or ASL-102BThis course is an introduction to the discussion and analysis ofASL literature. Taught in ASL only. (GR)

ASL-156 Advanced Reception of ASL54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ASL-102AAdvisory: ASL-103A; students should have the ability tomaintain a conversation in Level III ASL prior to enrolling inthis course.This course is designed to strengthen the receptive skills ofstudents interested in ASL by analyzing stories, jokes, andexperiences of a large variety of Deaf signers. This course isrecommended for advanced students in the American SignLanguage and Deaf Studies program or in the InterpreterPreparation Program. Taught in ASL only. (GR)

ASL-157 ASL Storytelling54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ASL-103AThis course includes various levels and situations from simple tocomplex ASL stories. Expressive storytelling will incorporate ASLprinciples, sign order, facial expressions, body expressions,pantomime, etc. Receptive storytelling will involve critiquing andanalyzing given stories. Taught in ASL only. (GR)

ASL-158 Classifiers in ASL54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ASL-102A or ASL-102BIn this course students will study the classifier system of ASL.Taught in ASL only. (GC)

ASL-159 Interpreting As a Career18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will give students general information about the fieldof interpreting. Topics will include history, definitions ofinterpreting, modes and methods, the need for interpreting,code of ethics, interpreting settings, and evaluation andcertification of interpreters. (GC)

ASL-160 American Sign Language Field Work54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: ASL-101AThis course offers direct experience using ASL in formal and/orinformal conversational settings or projects involving knowledgeof ASL and Deaf culture. (GR)

ASL-161 American Sign Language Field Work108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: ASL-101AExperience signing in formal/informal conversational settings ora project involving ASL-linguistics and/or Deaf culture research.(GR)

ASL-181A Conversational ASL I54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to provide basic conversational skills inthe language used by most Deaf people in the United States.Emphasis will be placed on basic American Sign Languagestructure. Students are expected to attend outside events at theirown expense. (GR)



ASL-181B Conversational ASL II54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ASL-181AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of the study of ASL as used in aconversational mode. This course is designed to provideintermediate conversational skill in the use of ASL. Students areexpected to attend outside events at their own expense. (GR)

ASL-183 ASL Skill Building54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: ASL-101AThis is a course for students wishing to become more proficientin using ASL and to further develop their vocabulary, ASLgrammar, and fingerspelling skills. Taught in ASL only. (GC)

ASL-190A Workshop in Beginning ASL I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00This course is a Beginning Level I basic workshop for studentscovering selected topics in the area of American Sign Language(ASL), Deaf education, and Deaf culture. The theme and contentof each workshop varies and is determined by American SignLanguage/Deaf Studies instructors and focused to meet theneeds of the workshop participants. (CR)

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ANTHROPOLOGY (ANTH)

Division: Science, Engineering, and MathematicsAcademic Dean: Robert BradshawDivision Administrative Assistant: Irene BenavidezLocation: Fremont campus, Room FP-26Phone number: (510) 659-6191

ANTH-101 Physical Anthropology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers human biology with an emphasis on humanevolution, and the interaction between biology and culture.Major topics include the scientific method, genetics, humanvariation, primate studies, and the prehistoric fossil record. Labexercises on genetics and human variation, primate and humanosteology, artifacts and fossils, and observation of primatebehavior are also included. (GC) C-ID ANTH 110

ANTH-102 Cultural Anthropology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course deals with the study of human society with referenceto the development and change of culture. An emphasis will beplaced on the comparative review of subsistence patterns, socialorganization, language, gender, marriage, family and kinship,belief systems, political organization and social control, culturechange, and the impact of globalization. (GC) C-ID ANTH 120

ANTH-103 Introduction to Archaeology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the subject of archaeology through thestudy of concepts, theories, and methods employed byarchaeologists to reconstruct past life ways. Topics include thenature of scientific inquiry and archaeological research; fieldmethods; data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation; culturalresource management; professional ethics; and an examinationof cultural adaptations and change. (GC) C-ID ANTH 150

ANTH-103L Field Archaeology Laboratory54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is the optional laboratory component of ANTH-103,Introduction to Archaeology. This course deals with the methodsof scientific excavation, implementing the techniques of a fieldarchaeologist. Emphasis will be on the scientific method as itrelates to excavation, classifying, cataloging, and preservation ofpast human cultures under supervised field and laboratoryconditions. (GC)

ANTH-104 Survey of North American Indian Cultures54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course focuses on the prehistoric and historic distribution ofNative American and First Nations populations and theirrespective cultures. Topics include the prehistoric andethnographic record of North American Indian cultures, socialorganization, subsistence pattern, kinship structure, beliefsystems, political organization, post contact history, andcontemporary issues. (GC)

ANTH-105 Field Archaeology18.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course deals with the methods of scientific excavation,implementing the techniques of a field archaeologist. Emphasiswill be on the scientific method as it relates to excavation,classifying, cataloging, and preservation of past human culturesunder supervised field and laboratory conditions. (GC)



ANTH-106 Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course involves the study of belief systems of culturesaround the world, examining religious practice, spirituality, andmyths from an anthropological perspective. Students will analyzethe functions of religious beliefs and the varied expressions ofreligion through ritual behaviors, use of magic, cures, andwitchcraft. A multicultural perspective of religious beliefs andpractices is explored, with an emphasis on how cultures confrontfundamental questions of existence. (GC)

ANTH-107 Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the core concepts of linguisticanthropology, stressing the interactions between language andculture and between language and social identity. Structurallinguistics explores the biocultural basis of language, as well asthe study of phonetics, phonology, morphology, and syntax.Historical linguistics presents a cross-cultural study of languageorigins, language change, language families, and dialects.Ethnolinguistics and sociolinguistics present the study oflanguage acquisition and nonverbal communication,emphasizing the relationship between language and culture, andissues of language conservation and language loss. (GC) C-IDANTH 130

ANTH-108 Introduction to Forensic Anthropology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: AJ-108Advisory: ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the field of forensic anthropology througha study of the history and methods of forensic anthropology andthe role it plays in the medico-legal system. Topics include thehuman skeletal system, forensic archaeology, recovery, andtechniques for analyzing human skeletal remains. (GC)

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ARABIC (ARBC)

Division: Language, Communication, and Academic SuccessAcademic Dean: Mark LieuDivision Administrative Assistant: Dana PopeLocation: Fremont campus, Room HH-227Phone number: (510) 659-6173

ARBC-101A Elementary Arabic90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the speaking, reading, andwriting of Arabic including fundamentals of grammar and Arabicculture. (GR)

ARBC-101B Elementary Arabic90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ARBC-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation to the speaking, reading, andwriting of Arabic and includes fundamentals of grammar andArabic culture. (GR)

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ARMY ROTC (ARMY)


ARMY-101A Leadership36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces cadets to the personal challenges andcompetencies that are critical for effective leadership. Cadetslearn how the personal development of life skills such as criticalthinking, goal setting, time management, and physical/mentalfitness (resiliency training) relate to leadership, officership, andthe Army profession. (GR)

ARMY-101B Introduction to Tactical Leadership36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an overview of leadership fundamentals such assetting direction, problem-solving, listening, presenting briefs,providing feedback, and using effective writing skills. Studentsexplore dimensions of leadership attributes and core leadercompetencies in the context of practical, hands-on, andinteractive exercises. Class activities will focus on map-reading,squad and platoon operations, military symbols, and applicablecurrent events. (GR)

ARMY-102A Innovative Team Leadership36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course explores the dimensions of creative and innovativetactical leadership strategies and styles by examining teamdynamics and two historical leadership theories that form thebasis of the Army leadership framework (trait and behaviortheories). Cadets practice aspects of personal motivation andteam building in the context of planning, executing, andassessing team exercises and participating in leadership labs.(GR)

ARMY-102B Foundations of Tactical Leadership36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course examines the challenges of leading tactical teams inthe operational environment. The course highlights dimensionsof terrain analysis, patrolling, and operation orders. Further studyof the theoretical basis of the Army Leadership RequirementsModel explores the dynamics of adaptive leadership in thecontext of military operations. (GR)

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ART (ART)

Division: Arts and Social SciencesDivision Administrative Assistant: Sheila HollandLocation: Fremont campus, Smith Center, Room 147Phone number: (510) 659-6216

ART-100 Survey of the Arts54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: IS-100, MUS-100, TD-100Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course theatre, art, and music are explored throughdiscussion, historical review, and contemporary issues. Thepurpose of this course is to increase students’ understanding andenjoyment of the arts. The course is taught by three instructors,one from each discipline. (GR)

ART-101 Art: An Introduction54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a survey of the visual arts: painting, sculpture,architecture, and film. The student will be introduced to thevarious functions of art in our society. The desired outcome is amore critical observer. Requires attendance at selected eventsoffered by Ohlone College at the Gary Soren Smith Center forthe Fine and Performing Arts. (GC)

ART-103A Survey of Western Art from Prehistory Through the Middle Ages72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Advisory: ENGL-101B and ENGL-101CAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides an overview of western art and architecturefrom prehistory through the medieval period. (GC) C-ID ARTH110

ART-103B Survey of Western Artfrom Renaissance to Contemporary72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Advisory: ENGL-101B or ENGL-101CAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides an overview of art and architecture fromthe Renaissance to the Contemporary period. (GC) C-ID ARTH120

ART-103C Survey of Non-European Art72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Advisory: ENGL-101B or ENGL-101CAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCA chronologically-based survey of non-European art throughoutthe world from prehistory to the contemporary day. (GR)

ART-104A Two-Dimensional Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis lecture/studio course will introduce the beginning studentto the techniques and concepts related to the organization oftwo-dimensional imagery. Studio work will include pen and ink,collage, painting, drawing, and bookmaking. (GC) C-ID ARTS 100

ART-104B 3D Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: ART-104AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis lecture/studio course is a continuation of ART-104A. A majoremphasis in this course will be on the principles of three-dimensional form. (GC) C-ID ARTS 101

ART-104C Color36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis lecture/studio course will introduce the beginning studentto various theories of color, hands-on experience in mixing andusing colors, and practical observation in color relationships andeffects. (GC) C-ID ARTS 270

ART-105A Glass Art and Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to fundamentals of art and designusing glass as a medium. Studies include line, form, shape, colorand spatial relationships. The course covers glass cutting,lamination, copper foil stained glass, casting and fusingtechniques. (GC)

ART-105B Advanced Glass Fabrication36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-105AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course emphasizes further explorations in glass includingmoldmaking, casting, fusing, slumping, advanced lamination,and torchwork. (GC)

ART-105C Three-Dimensional Glass36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-105BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course emphasizes three-dimensional glass, using advancedtechniques in kiln forming, casting, abrasive blasting, lamination,and coldworking. (GC)

ART-106A Descriptive Drawing36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is a basic drawing course designed to teach fundamentaldrawing skills and techniques. Direct observation, composition,and methods of expressing subject matter—as well as the use ofcharcoal, pencil, ink, and pastel—will be emphasized. (GC) C-IDARTS 110

ART-106B Intermediate Descriptive Drawing36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-106AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course involves a continued exploration of drawingconcepts focusing on creative expression and composition. Thecourse emphasizes developing a sustainable studio practiceusing a variety of methods and materials. (GC) C-ID ARTS 205



ART-107A Life Drawing36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-106AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCArt 107A, Life Drawing, introduces students to drawing thehuman figure from observation using a wide variety of drawingmedia and techniques. Topics include an introduction to humananatomy and the historical and contemporary roles of figuredrawing in the visual arts. Students in this course will learn bothdescriptive and interpretive approaches to drawing the figure.(GR) C-ID ARTS 200

ART-107B Life Drawing36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-107AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of the work and methodology inthe first semester, but with an emphasis on expressiveinterpretation in drawing the human figure and the use of color.(GC)

ART-108 Perspective Drawing36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: ART-106AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is a practical course in the techniques and principles ofdrawing in one and two point freehand and constructedperspective with an emphasis on drawing interiors and furniture.(GC)

ART-109A Beginning Graphic Design I (Letter Forms and Typography)36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-109AAdvisory: ART-104AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to graphic design exploring visualcommunication through letterform. The course covers thehistory and fundamentals of typography with traditional andcontemporary typefaces. Studio practice addresses therelationships between image, concept, form, and message.Students learn to articulate a design rational through weeklycritiques and class discussions. (GC)

ART-109B Beginning Graphic Design II36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-109BPrerequisite: ART-109A or GA-109AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to graphic design exploring visualcommunication through letterform. The course covers thehistory and fundamentals of typography with traditional andcontemporary typefaces. Studio practice addresses therelationships between image, concept, form, and message.Students learn to articulate a design rational through weeklycritiques and class discussions. (GC)

ART-110A Advanced Graphic Design I36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-110APrerequisite: ART-109B or GA-109BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is an advanced level course in graphic design, building onthe skills acquired in the beginning and intermediate levelcourses. The emphasis is on strengthening students’ conceptualthinking skills and formal visual communication abilities. Topicsinclude comprehensive projects in applied graphics and three-dimensional design. Students are encouraged to experiment,innovate, and develop methods of expression that reflect theirartistic and cultural identities while effectively communicatingwith various audiences. (GC)

ART-110B Advanced Graphic Design II36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-110BPrerequisite: ART-110A or GA-110AAccepted For Credit: CSUThe goal of this course is to further the student’s understandingof advanced objectives, principles, and methods used in graphicdesign. The assignments in this course are designed to providea range of opportunities for conceptual and formal problemsolving to assist with the creation of marketing and portfoliomaterials for professional job search. (GC)

ART-111A Painting — Color and Composition36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: ART-104A or ART-106AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is an introductory course in studio painting practicesdesigned to involve the student in basic studio techniques andexperiences with regard to color, composition, and subjectmatter. Oil paint will be the primary media. Introduction to otherpainting media will be included in the instruction. (GC) C-IDARTS 210

ART-111B Painting36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-111AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course continues the approaches studied in ART-111A withan emphasis on form and content of subject matter. Techniquesin painting with a student choice of media will be furtherexplored. (GC)

ART-116A Basic Sculpture36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: ART-104A or ART-106AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is an introductory course designed to familiarize the studentwith contemporary forms of sculpture. Studio practice withprocess and material will be emphasized. (GC)

ART-116B Advanced Sculpture36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-116AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of ART-116A and will further explorethe relationship between sculptural form and personalexpression. Studio practice in advanced processes will beemphasized. (GC)



ART-116C Sculpture and Beyond36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-116BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of ART-116B and will further explorethe relationship between sculptural form and personalexpression. Studio practice in advanced processes andinvestigation of the local art scene will be emphasized. (GC)

ART-117A Museum and Gallery Techniques (Exhibition Production)18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to the operation and display ofvisual art within a gallery and museum space. The courseinvolves a broad range of activities covering the care, handling,responsibility, and security of art shown in the College’s ArtGallery. (GC)

ART-117B Museum and Gallery Techniques (Promotional Graphics)18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course continues the production and display techniquesexperienced in ART-117A. The emphasis will be to give studentsa working understanding of the methods of preparing materialsfor promoting and disseminating information important to theexhibition of art in the College’s gallery. (GC)

ART-119A 3-Dimensional Studio Lab27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Corequisite: ART-105A, ART-105B, ART-105C, ART-116A, ART-116B, ART-116C, ART-120A, ART-120B, ART-121A, ART-121B, ART-122A, ART-122B, ART-123, or ART-124Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a lab component of all three-dimensional studioclasses in the Art Department. Students will produce portfolioprojects in clay, glass, or other sculptural materials. (GR)

ART-120A Ceramic Studio Development and Maintenance I54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: ART-121BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to the development andmaintenance of a ceramic studio. Students will gain general andpractical working experience in the acquisition, installation, anduse of all necessary studio equipment and supplies by helpingto maintain the Ohlone ceramic studio. The machinery includeskilns, wheels, pug mill, slab roller, extruder, slip mixer, airbrush,spray booth, compressor, glaze materials, and ceramic library.(GC)

ART-120B Ceramic Studio Development and Maintenance II54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: ART-121BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of ART-120A. Students will gaingeneral and practical working experience in the acquisition,installation, and use of all necessary studio equipment andsupplies by helping to maintain the Ohlone ceramic studio. Inaddition, the students will train incoming students on theappropriate treatment and use of equipment. (GC)

ART-121A Introductory Ceramics I36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the fundamental techniques ofwheel-thrown and hand-constructed clay forms. This is a surveyof clay and glaze materials and their ceramic applications. Thecourse includes firing of high temperature and low temperaturestoneware and porcelain clays, including Raku and burnishing.(GC)

ART-121B Introductory Ceramics II36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-121AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of ART-121A. The emphasis is onwheel throwing, advanced handbuilding, glaze application, andunderstanding the loading and firing of bisque kilns. (GC)

ART-122A Ceramic Throwing I36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-121BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThe course emphasis is on the designing, throwing, and glazingof more complex and difficult forms, including lidded containers,closed shapes, thin-necked bottles, and teapot sets. (GC)

ART-122B Ceramic Throwing II36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-121BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of ART-122A. The emphasis is ondesigning, throwing, glazing, and firing advanced thrown andhand-built forms. This involves working on some ceramicprojects for weeks at a time. There will be projects involving acombination of thrown and hand-built forms. This course willalso emphasize appropriate glazes for particular forms. (GC)



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ART-123 Ceramic Decorating36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-121BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course emphasizes all aspects of ceramic decorationincluding texture, carving, flattening, applied ornament, coloredclays, engobes, brush making, resists, stencils, slip trailing,combing, marbling, commercial underglazes, raw oxides, andoverglazes. (GC)

ART-124 Advanced Ceramic Decorating36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-121BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThe emphasis is on designing and forming completed ceramicworks for the market. This course includes large outdoor ceramicshapes such as tiles and murals and non-functional ceramicsculpture. (GC)

ART-127A Site-Specific and Installation Art I36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThe major emphasis for this introductory lecture/studio course isindoor and outdoor installation using the principles of two andthree-dimensional forms. (GC)

ART-131 History of Photography54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a survey of photography as an historical andcontemporary form of art and communication. The student willdevelop appreciation for, and comprehension of, the issues,practices, and theories involved in visual communication as wellas gain insights into the role of photography with regard tosocial, cultural, and political shifts and events from its inceptionin early 19th Century to the present day. (GC)

ART-133A Photo I36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis studio and lecture course teaches the foundationalprocesses and aesthetic considerations of both analog and digitalphotography while examining contemporary trends inphotography. Students begin with traditional film cameras,provided by the college, and learn camera mechanics; filmexposure; optics; design and composition; and darkroom skillsrequired to produce quality continuous-tone silver black andwhite prints. Next a variety of techniques are introduced thatbridge the analog and digital realms such as high-resolutionnegative scanning, outputting to various media from scanned orcomputer-manipulated digital files, and archival inkjet printing. Ahands-on introduction to digital photography practices usingDSLR cameras, provided by the college, completes the courseprogression. (GC)

ART-133B Photo II36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-133AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCHaving learned basic photographic processes and skills in theintroductory course, students will shift their practice to usingthose processes and skills in the creation of original, uniqueartwork. Students will work on projects of their choice using whatthey deem to be the appropriate tools. In addition to presentingtheir photos in class, students will create both a physical artist’sbook and a website of their work. Topics include projectconception and planning; image sequencing; book design usingAdobe Lightroom and other tools; creating a one-of-a-kindartist’s book; and authoring an artist statement. Camerasprovided by the Ohlone Photo Program. (GC)

ART-133C Advanced Black and White Photography36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ART-133BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is a darkroom course in black and white photography.Students learn about camera exposure as it relates to printcontrols. The course spends time on previsualization techniquesand affords the opportunity for students to emphasize creativityand artistic style. Students work independently on photographyprojects of their own design. (GC)

ART-133L Photography Studio Lab27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Corequisite: ART-133A, ART-133B, and/or ART-133CAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a lab component of all film-based black and whitephotography classes in the Art Department. Students will workon photographic portfolio projects. (CR)

ART-138A Beginning Photoshop27.00 hrs lecture, 81.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-138AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is for photographers with limited experience or newto Adobe Photoshop. Students learn how to work with a digital“darkroom” using images supplied by the instructor for thispurpose. Topics included are image file management andorganization, file formats, resolution, basic image editing,selective image editing, scanning, preparing images for web-based application, how to purchase a digital camera, and more.A digital camera is not required. (GC)

ART-138B Intermediate Photoshop27.00 hrs lecture, 81.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-138BPrerequisite: ART-138A or GA-138AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is for photographers wishing to increase theirworking knowledge of Adobe Photoshop. Students work with adigital “darkroom” using original images as well as imagessupplied by the instructor. Topics included are working withlayers and masks, opacity and blend modes, transforming,working with text, camera raw, actions and smart filters, print andweb-based workflow. A digital camera is not required. (GC)



ART-139A Beginning Digital Photography18.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-169AAdvisory: ART-138A and ENGL-151AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course explores the photographer’s creative process fromseveral directions. Students will undertake photographic projectsdesigned to provide engagement with a variety of subject matterand ways of photographing; look at photographic work in onlineand local galleries and museums; consider current issues havingto do with photographic technologies; discuss their photographswith other students in an effort to improve their creativeprocesses. Technical instruction will include camera functions,resizing and saving digital files, and minor image modification.For intense technical instruction see ART-138A and ART-138B.Students should consider completing ART-138A prior to enrollingin this course, but it is not a requirement. (GC)

ART-139B Intermediate Digital Photography18.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-169BPrerequisite: ART-139A or GA-169AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course continues an exploration of the photographer’screative process from several directions. Students will undertakephotographic projects designed to provide engagement with avariety of subject matter and ways of photographing; completean extended photographic project of their choosing and receiveguidance from the instructor and students; look at photographicwork in online and local galleries and museums; considercurrent issues around photographic technologies; discuss theirphotographs with other students in an effort to improve theircreative processes. Students will formalize their individualprojects as books or online galleries. Technical instruction willinclude camera functions, resizing and saving digital files, andminor image modification. For intense technical instruction seeART-138A and ART-138B. Students should consider completingART-138A prior to enrolling in this course, but it is not arequirement. (GC)

ART-140 Digital Video for the Web and DVD54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: MM-110Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a hands-on introduction to digital video to developmedia production skills. The course combines equipmentdemonstrations, technical workshops, lectures on film theory,readings, discussion, and critiques to give students a fullyrounded introduction to all aspects of digital video productionand post-production. Topics include producing narrative anddocumentary style videos, camera proxemics, composition,editing, video file formats and compression, special effects, andproducing videos for a variety of outputs. (GR)

ART-146 Photography/Graphic Arts Newspaper Staff9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Cross-referenced Course: JOUR-146Advisory: ART-106A or ART-133AAccepted For Credit: CSUStaff members initiate, plan, and complete photographic orgraphic art assignments for publication in the college newspaperand/or magazine. Training emphasizes use of techniques andskills that communicate ideas effectively to a mass mediaaudience. Photographers and artists have access to Macintoshcomputers, scanners, and Photoshop for completion ofassignments. Students are also introduced to legal and ethicalresponsibilities. ART-146 students are expected to produce onephoto/graphic per issue. (GC)

ART-147 Photography/Graphic Arts Newspaper Staff18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: JOUR-147Advisory: ART-106A or ART-133AAccepted For Credit: CSUStaff members initiate, plan, and complete photographic orgraphic art assignments for publication in the college newspaperand/or magazine. Training emphasizes use of techniques andskills that communicate ideas effectively to a mass mediaaudience. Photographers and artists have access to Macintoshcomputers, scanners, and Photoshop for completion ofassignments. Students are also introduced to legal and ethicalresponsibilities. ART-147 students are expected to produce twophotos or graphics per issue. (GC)

ART-148 Photography/Graphic Arts Newspaper Staff36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: JOUR-148Advisory: ART-106A or ART-133AAccepted For Credit: CSUStaff members initiate, plan, and complete photographic orgraphic art assignments for publication in the college newspaperand/or magazine. Training emphasizes use of techniques andskills that communicate ideas effectively to a mass mediaaudience. Photographers and artists have access to digitalcameras, Macintosh computers, scanners, and Photoshop forcompletion of assignments. Students are also introduced to legaland ethical responsibilities. ART-148 students are expected toproduce three photos or graphics per issue. This course is usuallyreserved for managers and editors. (GC)

ART-150A Interior Design Concepts54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-150AAccepted For Credit: CSUIn this introductory course students analyze interiors using basicdesign concepts. Principles and techniques used by professionalinterior designers are demonstrated. Case studies in problemsolving with an emphasis on residential interiors are presented.(GC)

ART-150B Interior Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-150BPrerequisite: ART-150A or ID-150AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of ART-150A and is designed forInterior Design majors. Interior design theories andmethodologies are explored in-depth through a variety ofincreasingly complex “Real Life” case study projects thatemphasize the design of public spaces. The course will helpprepare students for professional practice. (GC)

ART-151 Visualization and Presentation36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-151Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course familiarizes students with methods and materialsused in the design industry to develop concepts andcommunicate ideas. Students will prepare projects for a designportfolio. (GC)



ART-153 History of Decorative Arts54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-153Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents study furniture construction, styles, and periods inconjunction with the architecture and related decorative arts ofeach era from ancient times to the present. This course includespolitical, religious, and cultural histories which significantlyinfluenced these arts. (GC)

ART-154 Contemporary Home Design36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-154Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents study the architectural history of home design andlearn practical applications of information relating to design,construction methods, and economic practices. (GC)

ART-155A Architectural Drafting for Interior Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-155AAdvisory: Concurrent with ART-163, GA-163, or ID-163Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will introduce basic drafting techniques as related toarchitectural working drawings for interior design. Constructionmaterials and procedures will be discussed. (GC)

ART-155B CAD for Interior Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-155BAdvisory: ART-155A or ID-155AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on the fundamentals of computer-aideddrafting as related to interior design and architectural drawings.Understanding CAD concepts and using commands areemphasized. Drawing skills are learned and developed byapplying these concepts to solve practical laboratory problems.(GC)

ART-155C Intermediate CAD for Interior Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-155CPrerequisite: ART-155B or ID-155BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of ART-155B and focuses ondeveloping computer-aided drafting skills as related to interiordesign and architectural drawings. Applying CAD concepts andpracticing commands are emphasized. Drawing skills are refinedby applying these concepts to practical laboratory problems.(GC)

ART-156 Architectural Modelmaking for Interior Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-156Accepted For Credit: CSUScale models will be developed in this course for presenting andstudying architectural interior spaces. A wide range of materialsand processes will be explored. (GC)

ART-157 Professional Practice for Interior Design54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-157This course introduces basic business practices for interiordesigners. The course includes an overview of career paths,business planning and organization, professional associations,marketing, sales, wholesale resource development, contractualobligations, and ethics. The course designed for peoplepreparing to enter the field of interior design. (GC)

ART-158 Textiles36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-158Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is a comprehensive course in the study of textiles as relatedto interior design. Fiber and fabric construction andcharacteristics are examined; textile choices are evaluated andanalyzed for safety, functionality, and aesthetics; and the impactsof textiles on interior environments are considered. Studentsgain an empirical understanding of the nature of textiles thoughhands-on projects in the laboratory component. (GC)

ART-159A Applied Design: Residential Lighting18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-159AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course will present an overview of basic considerationsnecessary to plan, choose, and place lighting fixtures throughouta home. This helps define space, articulate atmosphere, directattention, and facilitate activities. (GC)

ART-159B Applied Design: Color for the Home18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Cross-referenced Course: ID-159BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course will explore theoretical and experiential approachesto choosing color schemes for residences. (GC)

ART-160A Computer Graphics I54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-160AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to creating computer-generatedgraphics. Students explore software tools and graphic designtechniques for the production of computer-made imagery. Thecourse emphasizes the development of graphics followingcreative principles and covers the principles of graphic designand the creation of graphics for commercial and artisticapplication. (GC)

ART-160B Computer Graphics II54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-160BPrerequisite: ART-160A or GA-160AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of ART-160A and emphasizesintermediate and advanced skills needed in graphic design.Students complete projects of their choice that show advancedconceptual and visual communication skills and workmanship.(GC)



ART-161A Digital Graphics I18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-161AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course uses a combination of lectures and hands-on studioexperience to introduce students to the creative possibilities ofgraphic computing. In addition to covering hardware (printers,scanners, drawing tablets) and software (Photoshop andIllustrator), this course emphasizes the visual-problem solvingprocess. Students learn the conceptual and technicalfoundations of graphic design. The principles taught in thiscourse assist students in the realization of their own ideas andthe interpretation of diverse forms of visual communication.Each assignment focuses on a different skill and the results canbe included in a professional portfolio for presentation and jobsearching. (GC)

ART-161B Digital Graphics II18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-161BPrerequisite: ART-161A or GA-161AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of ART-161A. The emphasis in thiscourse is on developing intermediate and advanced skillsneeded to set up and operate a digital graphics work station andpublish on the Web. Students complete projects of their choiceusing complex graphics software, scanners, tablets, and printers.The course emphasis is on the continued development of aportfolio of computer images. (GC)

ART-163 Digital Arts Lab — Macintosh27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Cross-referenced Course: GA-163, ID-163This course is a lab component for all courses taught on theMacintosh and on drafting equipment in these areas: Art,Graphic Arts/Computer Graphics, Photography, and InteriorDesign. Students will produce digital graphic and draftingprojects for art related classes. (CR)

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ASTRONOMY (ASTR)


ASTR-101A General Astronomy of the Solar System54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: MATH-151 and ASTR-102Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides the student with an introduction to thehistory, principles, and methods of Astronomy, specificallyapplied to our sun, moon, and the planets of our solar system.(GR)

ASTR-101B General Astronomy Beyond the Solar System54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASTR-102, taken concurrentlyAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the fundamental principles andthe dynamics of the astronomy beyond the solar system. (GR)

ASTR-102 General Astronomy Lab54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Corequisite: ASTR-101A or ASTR-101BAdvisory: MATH-151Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is an introductory lab course covering the methods andfundamentals of astronomy through inquiry and experiments.(GR)

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ATHLETICS (ATHL)


ATHL-101A4 Functional Sports Performance108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is for incoming student athletes to perform anddevelop their skills as it relates to their specific sport. This coursewill also provide an opportunity for specific coaches to evaluateindividual players and to better identify deficiencies prior to thestart of the season. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-110A3 Sport Specific Training54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to improve neuromuscular coordination,strength maintenance, speed work, and agility related to sport-specific movements through weight training activities and drillprogression. Course is designed for intercollegiate-level athleteslooking for a positive team experience and for those that want tocompete at a baccalaureate institution. Repeatable = 3 times(GC)

ATHL-120A2 Cross Training for the Athlete36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course allows for athletes to continue their strength andconditioning requirement while exploring alternate methods ofexercise. There will be opportunities to develop new strengthtraining techniques, focus on specific systems of the body (suchas the cardiorespiratory and muscular systems), and achieve asense of body readiness as they pertain to an upcomingcompetitive sports season. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)



ATHL-120A3 Cross Training for the Athlete54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course allows for athletes to continue their strength andconditioning requirement while exploring alternate methods ofexercise. There will be opportunity to develop new strengthtraining techniques, focus on specific systems of the body suchas the cardiorespiratory system, and achieve a sense of bodyreadiness when it pertains to an upcoming sports season.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-220 Intercollegiate Volleyball, Women180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate women’s volleyball. Students will refine volleyballspecific skills; improve their strength and conditioning; anddevelop team concepts. There will be a focus on the mentalgame and how it relates to personal and team success.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-222 Intercollegiate Soccer, Women180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate women’s soccer. Students will refine sportsspecific skills; improve their strength and conditioning; anddevelop team concepts. There will be a focus on the mentalgame and how it relates to personal and team success.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-223 Intercollegiate Soccer, Men180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate men’s soccer. Students will refine sports specificskills, improve their strength and conditioning, and developteam concepts. There will be a focus on the mental game andhow it relates to personal and team success. Repeatable = 3times (GC)

ATHL-224 Intercollegiate Water Polo, Women180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate women’s water polo. Students will refine sportssport-specific skills, improve their strength and conditioning, anddevelop team concepts. There will be a focus on the mentalgame and how it relates to personal and team success.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-225 Intercollegiate Water Polo, Men180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate men’s water polo. Students will refine sportsspecific skills; improve their strength and conditioning; anddevelop team concepts. There will be a focus on the mentalgame and how it relates to personal and team success.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-226A Intercollegiate Basketball I, Women108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate women’s basketball. Students will refine sportsspecific skills; improve their strength and conditioning; anddevelop team concepts. There will be a focus on the mentalgame and how it relates to personal and team success.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-226B Intercollegiate Basketball II, Women72.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate women’s basketball. Students will continue torefine sports specific skills and develop team concepts. There willbe a focus on team success through the conference and postconference competition season. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-227A Intercollegiate Basketball I, Men108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate men’s basketball. Students will refine sportsspecific skills; improve their strength and conditioning; anddevelop team concepts. There will be a focus on the mentalgame and how it relates to personal and team success.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)




ATHL-227B Intercollegiate Basketball II, Men72.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate men’s basketball. Students will continue to refinesports specific skills and develop team concepts. There will be afocus on team success through the competition and postcompetition season. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-228 Intercollegiate Swimming, Women180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate women’s swimming. Students will refine sportsspecific skills; improve their strength and conditioning; anddevelop team concepts. There will be a focus on the mentalgame and how it relates to personal and team success.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-229 Intercollegiate Swimming, Men180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate men’s swimming. Students will refine sportsspecific skills; improve their strength and conditioning; anddevelop team concepts. There will be a focus on the mentalgame and how it relates to personal and team success.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

ATHL-230 Intercollegiate Softball, Women180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate women’s softball. Students will refine sportsspecific skills; improve their strength and conditioning; anddevelop team concepts. There will be a focus on the mentalgame and how it relates to personal and team success.Repeatable = 3 times (GR)

ATHL-231 Intercollegiate Baseball, Men180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAdvisory: ATHL-251Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for student-athletes to participate inintercollegiate men’s baseball. Students will refine sports specificskills; improve their strength and conditioning; and developteam concepts. There will be a focus on the mental game andhow it relates to personal and team success. Repeatable = 3times (GC)

ATHL-240 Intercollegiate Volleyball Prep, Women108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to prepare intercollegiate athletes for therigor and intensity of the championship season. Areas ofemphasis will be on total body sports specific conditioning aswell as skills and strategies of the sport. Repeatable = 3 times(GC)

ATHL-242 Intercollegiate Soccer Prep, Women108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to prepare intercollegiate athletes for therigor and intensity of the championship season. Areas ofemphasis will be on total body sports specific conditioning aswell as skills and strategies of the sport. Repeatable = 3 times(GC)

ATHL-243 Intercollegiate Soccer Prep, Men108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to prepare intercollegiate athletes for therigor and intensity of the championship season. Areas ofemphasis will be on total body sports specific conditioning aswell as skills and strategies of the sport. Repeatable = 3 times(GC)

ATHL-246 Intercollegiate Basketball Prep, Women36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to prepare intercollegiate athletes for therigor and intensity of the championship season. Areas ofemphasis will be on total body sports specific conditioning aswell as skills and strategies of the sport. Repeatable = 3 times(GC)

ATHL-247 Intercollegiate Basketball Prep, Men36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to prepare intercollegiate athletes for therigor and intensity of the championship season. Areas ofemphasis will be on total body sports specific conditioning aswell as skills and strategies of the sport. Repeatable = 3 times(GC)

ATHL-250 Intercollegiate Softball Prep, Women108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to prepare intercollegiate athletes for therigor and intensity of the championship season. Areas ofemphasis will be on total body sports specific conditioning aswell as skills and strategies of the sport. Repeatable = 3 times(GC)

ATHL-251 Intercollegiate Baseball Prep, Men108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Medical clearance within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to prepare intercollegiate athletes for therigor and intensity of the championship season. Areas ofemphasis will be on total body sports specific conditioning aswell as skills and strategies of the sport. Repeatable = 3 times(GC)

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BIOLOGY (BIOL)


BIOL-101A Principles of Biology — Molecular and Cellular Biology54.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: CHEM-101AAdvisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; BIOL-130Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the first of a two-semester course that provides anintroduction to biological principles for biology and healthprofessions majors. Topics emphasized biochemistry, cellstructure, function, metabolism, cellular reproduction,Mendelian genetics, molecular genetics, genetics of prokaryotesand viruses, biotechnological techniques, and evolution.Students taking this course should plan to also take Biology 101B.(GR) C-ID BIOL 190

BIOL-101B Principles of Biology — Organisms and Systems54.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: BIOL-101AAdvisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to biological principles for biologyand health professions majors. Topics emphasized includeprinciples of evolution and systematics; evolution and diversityof major prokaryote and eukaryote taxa; anatomy andphysiology of animals; plant structure and function; and ecology.This course completes the lower division core curriculum inbiology for biology and pre-health professions majors. (GR) C-ID BIOL 140

BIOL-103A Human Anatomy and Physiology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: Completion within past three years of BIOL-130and CHEM-109Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will cover cell biology, anatomy, histology, andphysiology of the following body systems: integumentary,skeletal, muscles, nervous, endocrine, and reproductive. Keyconcepts covered will include homeostasis, structure functionrelationships, the physiology of excitable membranes, andinteractions of body systems. (GR) BIOL-103A + BIOL-103B = C-ID BIOL 115S

BIOL-103B Human Anatomy and Physiology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: BIOL-103AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the second semester of the one year anatomy andphysiology sequence. The course will cover the cardiovascular,lymphatic, immune, respiratory, renal, and digestive systems ofthe human body. Laboratories include animal, cadaverdissection, histology, physiological recordings. (GR) BIOL-103A +BIOL-103B = C-ID BIOL 115S

BIOL-104 Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course surveys the structure and function of the majororgan systems of the human body. The survey stresses thehomeostatic functions of these organ systems in the context ofhuman health. This course is not appropriate for health sciencemajors. (GC)

BIOL-105 Heredity, Evolution, and Society54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the principles of genetics andevolution for non-science majors. The mechanisms of heredityand evolution will be studied with an emphasis on the humanaspect of both subjects. (GC)

BIOL-106 Microbiology54.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: BIOL-130 and CHEM-109Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents basic microbiology with an emphasis on themedical significance of microorganisms, methods to study,control microbes, and the principles of aseptic technique. (GR)

BIOL-107 Microbiology and Infectious Diseases54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is directed toward understanding the biology ofmicroorganisms, their relationship to disease, their control, andthe human defense system. (GR)

BIOL-109 Biology of Sexual Reproduction54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents anatomy, physiology, and behavioralaspects of human sexual reproduction with emphasis onfunctional mechanisms. (GC)

BIOL-114 Introduction to Plant Biology36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: BIOT-114Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides a basic introduction to plant biology andcareers related to plant biology and biotechnology. Topicsinclude plant diversity, structure, growth, development, genetics,molecular biology, genetic engineering, and culture techniques.(GR)



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BIOL-130 Introduction to Biology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to biological principles for non-science majors. Fundamental biological principles are coveredincluding cell structure and function, ecology, evolution,genetics, and human anatomy and physiology. (GC)

BIOL-140 Sierra Nevada Natural History36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUAn introduction to the plants, animals, and geology of the SierraNevada Mountains with an examination of the region’s naturalhistory, historic significance, and current environmentalchallenges. At the end of the semester there will be a three-daycamping and outdoor learning experience in the Sierra NevadaMountains. This course is recommended for anyone interestedin natural history or ecology of the Sierra. (GR)

BIOL-141 Marine Biology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers basic concepts of marine ecosystemsincluding oceanographic principles, ecology, and a survey ofmarine habitats and diversity of marine organisms. Will includetwo field trips to pacific tidal zones and to San Francisco Bayecosystems. (GC)

BIOL-142 Environmental Biology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: ENVS-142Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis lecture and lab course is an introduction to the biologicalsciences focusing on diversity, organismal interactions with theirenvironment (ecology), the effects humans have had onbiological diversity and ecosystems, and efforts to protect speciesand their habitats (conservation). No previous biologyexperience required. (GR)

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BIOTECHNOLOGY (BIOT)


BIOT-100 Biotechnology and Society54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the scientific principles andtechniques of molecular biology and biotechnology, includingrecombinant DNA technology and gene cloning, recombinantprotein design, and analysis of biomolecules. Discussion oftechnical, ethical, and safety concerns presented by medical,agricultural, pharmaceutical, and forensic applications ofbiotechnology. (GR)

BIOT-101 Biotechnology Research Projects36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: BIOT-105Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces students to scientific research in the fieldof biotechnology. The course includes literature reviews,research proposal preparation, experimental design, hands-onexperimentation, data interpretation, analysis, and presentationof written and oral reports. Students will maintain a professionallaboratory notebook, and practice the behavior and skillsrequired in a modern biotechnology lab. (GR)

BIOT-103 LAB Biotech Summer Bridge27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: This course is open only to Learning Alliance forBioscience program participants from partner high schools.Students must have successfully completed an articulated LABbiotechnology or biochemistry course prior to participating inthis Bridge course.The Learning Alliance for Bioscience (LAB) Biotech SummerBridge course provides hands-on experience in thebiotechnology laboratory for students who have participated inLAB classes at their high school. Students will performexperiments that involve such techniques as bacterial cellculture, DNA extraction and analysis, PCR, gene cloning, proteinextraction, and purification. The theme of the course changeseach summer, with the focus on such topics as cell culture, drugdiscovery, biofuels, environmental biotechnology, etc. (CR)

BIOT-104A HPLC4.50 hrs lecture, 13.50 hrs labUnits: 0.50This course gives the students an introduction to High PressureLiquid Chromatography, a technique used to separate andanalyze chemical mixtures. The course is designed for beginnerswho want exposure to the technique at a basic level. This coursedoes not provide in-depth training. The lectures present thefundamental principles. The lab provides the students with ahands-on experience. Key topics include basic HPLCinstrumentation, detectors, including UV/vis, column selection,and other factors which influence reliability. (GR)

BIOT-105 Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: MATH-151 and ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces basic laboratory research methods(measuring volume and mass, preparing solutions, usingmicropipets, operating a spectrophotometer) and introductoryconcepts of biology (chemistry of life, cell structure and function,and classic and modern genetics) to students who are interestedin biotechnology, yet may have no science background. Studentsare introduced to the scientific method; use computers for dataanalysis and to produce graphs; maintain a professional-qualitylaboratory notebook; and will become familiar with appropriatesafe behaviors and basic skills required in a modern biologicallaboratory. (GR)

BIOT-110A DNA and Protein Purification and Analysis27.00 hrs lecture, 90.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: BIOT-105 or BIOL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUDNA and Protein Purification and Analysis is a continuation oflaboratory skills in molecular biology introduced in BIOT-105.The course focuses on recombinant DNA techniques (DNArestriction, cloning, transformation, electrophoresis, PCR, Sangersequencing CPE), and purification and analysis of proteins (SDS-PAGE, western blotting, chromatography using FPLC). (GR)



BIOT-111A Genomic and cDNA Library Construction and Analysis9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: BIOL-101A or BIOT-110AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course uses lecture and lab approaches to teach studentsthe theory and practice of lab techniques used to construct,search, and analyze simple genomic and cDNA libraries.Students will learn library construction techniques, replicaplating, and the use of non-radioactive oligonucleotide probesfor searching libraries. (GR)

BIOT-111B PCR Primer Design and Optimization and Reverse Transcription PCR9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: BIOT-110AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course combines lecture and lab approaches to teachingstudents advanced topics in PCR, including BLAST searches andDNA alignment protocols for locating minimal variablesequences to use in constructing PCR primers, principles ofprimer design, and optimization techniques for PCR reactions.Students will design primers; optimize salt and temperatureparameters for PCR; and perform RT-PCR. (GR)

BIOT-112 Introduction to Bioinformatics18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: ENGL-101A and MATH-151Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to computational techniques toaddress current biological problems. The course focuses DNA,RNA, protein sequence analysis, protein structure prediction,biological databases, database searching, genome annotationmethods, and microarray technology. (GC)

BIOT-113 GMP/GLP and Writing SOPs27.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.50Prerequisite: BIOT-105Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course gives an introduction to the concepts of GMP (GoodManufacturing Practice) and GLP (Good Laboratory Practice)and their applications in the biotechnological manufacturing oftherapeutic products. The course will cover the concepts of GMPand GLP; the history of GMP/GLP; and federal and internationalregulation for GMP/GLP and how GMP/GLP are being appliedin a bio-manufacturing facility. Writing of SOPs is included as partof the GMP curriculum. Students will learn to read, review, andwrite an SOP. (GR)

BIOT-114 Introduction to Plant Biology36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: BIOL-114Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides a basic introduction to plant biology andcareers related to plant biology and biotechnology. Topicsinclude plant diversity, structure, growth, development, genetics,molecular biology, genetic engineering, and culture techniques.(GR)

BIOT-115A Mammalian Cell Culture Techniques9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: BIOT-105 or BIOL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThrough a series of lectures and hands-on laboratoryprocedures, this course introduces mammalian cell culturemethods, including sterile technique; media preparation;quantification; passage of adherent and suspension cell lines;and the establishment of secondary cell lines. This course alsoprovides students with the skills and concepts needed to work intoday’s biotechnology industry. Successful students will qualify towork as technicians in cell culture, manufacturing, and qualitycontrol. (GR)

BIOT-115B Bioreactor Cell Culture Techniques9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: BIOT-115AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces animal cell culture methods, includinguse of a bioreactor. Through a series of lectures and hands-onexercises, students will learn the techniques and conceptsneeded to work in cell culture and biomanufacturing. (GR)

BIOT-117 Immunology9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: BIOT-105 or BIOL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introductory course for students interested inimmunology and the immunological technology relevant tobiotechnology. Topics covered include protein chemistry relatingto immunology, the lymphatic system, cellular and humoralimmunity, immunoglobulins, antibody production, monoclonalantibodies, autoimmune diseases, blood-based diagnostics andtesting, ELISA, immunoblot, western blot, and affinitychromotography. (GR)

BIOT-118 Biotechnology Operations27.00 hrs lecture, 90.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: BIOT-105Advisory: BIOT-113Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will develop foundational knowledge of the keyfunctions within biotechnology operations: project management,supply chain management, product development, regulatoryaffairs, manufacturing, quality assurance, and quality control. Theroles and responsibilities of these functions in the development,manufacturing, and quality assurance of therapeutic productsmanufactured using biotechnology processes will be explored.The course will provide extensive hands-on experience in thedevelopment and manufacturing of products for use bycustomers. Emphasis of the course will be on the development,manufacturing, and quality control of products according toGood Manufacturing Practice. (GR)

BIOT-119 Clean Room Operations4.50 hrs lecture, 13.50 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: BIOT-105 or BIOL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides background and training for clean roomoperations in biotechnology. This course discusses clean roomclassifications, regulations, and procedures. Laboratory exercisessimulate working conditions in clean room operations. (GR)



BIOT-120A Introduction to SEM Technology9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn theory and basic operational procedures ofScanning Electron Microscopes (SEM). The theory componentincludes historical development of electron microscopes andcurrent developments in SEM technology. The course givesdetailed demonstrations of different SEM elements and howthey work. Students will also learn to prepare samples and dobasic mounting, loading, and imaging using the SEM. (GR)

BIOT-120B SEM — Biological Applications and Techniques4.50 hrs lecture, 13.50 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: BIOT-120AAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn theory, operation, and applications ofScanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) in biological sciencesincluding techniques for biological specimen preparation. (GR)

BIOT-120C SEM — Applications in Physical Science and Engineering4.50 hrs lecture, 13.50 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: BIOT-120AAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn theory, operation, and applications ofScanning Electron Microscopy in physical sciences. The courseaddresses how variable pressure modes and secondarydetectors are used with SEM for problem solving in materialsciences, forensics, and environmental sciences. (GR)

BIOT-121 Biotechnology Careers18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A and MATH-151Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to offer an in-depth view of careers inbiotechnology. Students will meet program graduates andprofessionals in various biotechnology positions, and discuss therange of career options available and educational trainingrequired for each career. Students will practice resume writing,oral presentations, and interview skills. (GR)

BIOT-124 Quality Improvement Associate Certification Preparation54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: BIOT-113Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces the basics of quality assurance in industry.This course prepares students to take and pass the CertifiedQuality Improvement Associate (CQIA) examination given by theAmerican Society of Quality (ASQ). (GR)

BIOT-133 Introduction to Statistical Software Programming54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-133Accepted For Credit: CSUStatistical software has become the international standard fordata management, manipulation, storage, retrieval, and statisticalanalysis. This course offers a rigorous exposure to statistical bigdata analysis by using core elements of programming languageand procedures. (GR)

BIOT-133A Data Analysis Using Statistical Software54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-133AAdvisory: BIOT-133 or CS-133Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on the following key areas: statisticalinference, analysis of variance, multiple regression, categoricaldata analysis, and logistic regression. (GC)

BIOT-143 Advanced SAS Programming54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-143Advisory: BIOT-133 or CS-133Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides students with a basic understanding ofmacro programming and SQL procedure in SAS software. SQLand macro programming can provide more flexibility and powerin data management and data analysis. Students will beprepared to take a globally recognized certificate exam, Base SASCertification. (GR)

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BROADCASTING (BRDC)


BRDC-120 Introduction to Electronic Media54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces the history, structure, function,economics, content, and evolution of radio, television, film, theInternet, and new media including traditional formats andemerging electronic media delivery systems. The social, political,regulatory, ethical, and occupational impact of the electronicmedia are also studied. (GR)

BRDC-123A Radio Operations I18.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to the technical operation of aradio broadcast facility. Applied concepts include preparing andproducing material for broadcast; gathering and delivering localnews on the air; operating KOHL Radio by FCC standards; andcreating an effective audition tape. (GR)

BRDC-123B Radio Operations II18.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: BRDC-123AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course allows students to refine basic skills introduced inBRDC-123A. Advanced digital and analog production techniquesare introduced. Additional areas of concentration includemanagement and operations software systems, aircheck analysis,market overviews, and creating an effective employmentpackage. (GR)



BRDC-124 Broadcast Internships180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: BRDC-123AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is for students who will intern at Bay Area broadcaststations, learning various aspects of the broadcasting business.(GR)

BRDC-124B Broadcast Internships II180.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: BRDC-123A and BRDC-124Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is for students who will intern at Bay Area broadcaststations or related electronic media outlets learning variousaspects of the broadcasting business. (GR)

BRDC-127A Radio Broadcast Lab54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: BRDC-123BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on laboratory practice utilizing knowledgeand techniques gained in the radio programming andproduction courses. KOHL Radio serves as the operational lab.(GR)

BRDC-127B Radio Broadcast Lab54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: BRDC-123BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course builds upon knowledge and techniques gained inBRDC-123A, BRDC-123B, and BRDC-127A. KOHL Radio servesas the operational lab. (GR)

BRDC-127C Radio Broadcast Lab54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: BRDC-123BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course builds upon knowledge and techniques gained inBRDC-127B with emphasis on advanced content and on-airlistener interaction. KOHL Radio serves as the operational lab.(GR)

BRDC-127D Radio Broadcast Lab54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: BRDC-123BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course builds upon knowledge and techniques gained inBRDC-127C with emphasis on live, on location broadcastsituations. KOHL Radio serves as the operational lab. (GR)

BRDC-128 Radio Programming and Marketing36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an overview of radio programmingmethods, strategies, promotion and evaluation techniques; andoutlines the responsibilities of the professional radio programdirector. (GR)

BRDC-129 Digital Radio Studio Systems18.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: BRDC-123AAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents taking this course are introduced to advancedoperational techniques of digital radio studio systems. Labassignments are completed in the KOHL studios using the RCSMaster Control platform. (GR)

BRDC-130 Broadcast Announcing36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUCourse concentration is on projection of personality, voicecontrol, pronunciation, and related skills necessary forcommunication of ideas and information via broadcast. Studentswill learn important microphone techniques, and put them touse under simulated broadcast circumstances. (GR)

BRDC-131 Audio Production54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to the theory and practice of audioproduction for radio, television, film, and digital recordingapplications. Students will learn the fundamentals of sounddesign, aesthetics, microphone use, editing, mixing, andmastering audio. Upon completion, students will have a basicknowledge of applied audio concepts, production workflow,equipment functions, and audio editing software. (GR)

BRDC-132 Studio Recording54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: MUS-113Advisory: MUS-112AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to the recording studio. The coursefollows the path of audio signals through the microphone, mixer,signal processors, digital audio workstation (DAW), andmonitoring stations. The course explores various types ofmicrophones, the functions of virtual mixing boards, thecharacteristics of plug-in signal processors, and recordingtechniques. This course culminates in the production of afinished master recording audio file. (GR)

BRDC-134 Video Editing for Film and Television36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn to edit video for film and television. Thiscourse covers the basics of editing video to create a short film, aTV show, web clips, or a television news story. Students developthe ability to upload video, create a timeline, and assemble videoand audio clips into story form. (GR)

BRDC-135 Final Cut Pro Suite-Master36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents learn advanced techniques used in commercial filmand video production. Students develop the ability to createpolished transitions, edit multi-camera projects, work with nestedsequences, the basics of keyframing and composite modes, andhow to use noise reduction in Soundtrack Pro to normalize audiotracks. (GR)

BRDC-136 Digital Video and Lighting36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThe basics of shooting a story using professional video camerasunder the guidance of broadcast industry professionals. Coursecovers history of news recording from film to videotape andcurrent memory stick formats. Students develop skills in videoproduction, news gathering, lighting, and storytelling. (GR)



BRDC-137 Video Field Production36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: BRDC-136Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents learn advanced techniques of shooting video forcommercial television news. (GR)

BRDC-141 Live TV Newscast36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents write, report, anchor, shoot, and edit a weekly newscastwhich is then broadcast live on local cable and the Internet. (GC)

BRDC-142 Live TV Studio Production36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents write, report, shoot, and edit feature stories andhuman-interest stories for broadcast on the college’s newscast,which are then broadcast live on local cable and the Internet.(GC)

BRDC-143 Writing for Media36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUWriting and storytelling for film, television, and electronic media.(GR)

BRDC-144 Sports Broadcasting36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: BRDC-134, BRDC-136, BRDC-138, BRDC-141, BRDC-142, BRDC-148, or BRDC-152Accepted For Credit: CSUTrain to do on air play-by-play or be part of the behind-the-scenes production crew on live sports highlights shows and thelive broadcast of Ohlone College sporting events. (GC)

BRDC-145 Digital Reporting I45.00 hrs lecture, 45.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: BRDC-134Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to digital storytelling with anemphasis on journalism. Students will learn to write and usevideo, audio, blogs, and social media to create interactive newsand feature stories for the Internet and mobile devices. Thecourse also will include techniques in digital research, criticalthinking, and synthesis. (GR) C-ID JOUR 120

BRDC-146 Digital Reporting II45.00 hrs lecture, 45.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: BRDC-145Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will develop strong on-camera skills and learn toassemble show elements and produce a weekly webcaststreamed live to colleges and social media sites. Students learnhow to investigate stories and verify their accuracy. (GR)

BRDC-148 Beginning TV Studio Production36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents train in using TV studio cameras, work in a live TVcontrol room, and learn basic lighting, graphics, and video.Students participate in a live weekly broadcast. (GC)

BRDC-149 Advanced TV Studio Production36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: BRDC-148Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides training in directing a live or pre-recordedprogram and supervising the preparation of sets, studio, andlighting prior to air. (GR)

BRDC-150 Introductory Film and Video Production36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUIntroduction to television and film production. Students learncomposition, portable lighting, camera operation, and audiorecording. This course focuses on the aesthetics and basics ofscripting, producing, directing on location, and post-production.(GR)

BRDC-151 Introduction to Documentary Filmmaking54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: BRDC-134Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will research, write, and direct a short documentaryworking in groups and individually. The course includesscreenings, lectures, and digital film production with professionalequipment. (GC)

BRDC-152 Advanced Film and Video Production36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: BRDC-134, BRDC-135, BRDC-138, BRDC-144Accepted For Credit: CSUAdvanced film and video production techniques, with emphasison lighting and short film production. (GC)

BRDC-155 Mass Media and Society54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: JOUR-155Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCWe swim in an ocean of media. Our thoughts, beliefs, lifechoices, jobs, government, and shopping decisions are allinfluenced by the media. Most of us complain about it, but wewouldn’t turn the media off, even if we could. Yet we don’t knowmuch about it. Who decides what messages get sent? What dothe senders want? How do we process the messages? How doesthe technology work? Your media exposure will continue for therest of your life. This course aims to make you a more informed,critical consumer. (GR) C-ID JOUR 100

BRDC-160 Internship — Film, Television, and Electronic Media162.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUInternship working on a film set, in television, TV news, orelectronic media. (CR)

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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BA)

Division: Business, Technology, and Career Technical EducationAcademic Dean: Lesley BuehlerDivision Administrative Assistant: Sila MarquesLocation: Fremont campus, Room FP-21Phone number: (510) 659-6080

BA-101A Financial Accounting90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Advisory: ENGL-151B and MATH-151Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces accounting theory, procedures, andpractices relating to financial accounting. (GR) C-ID ACCT 110

BA-101B Managerial Accounting90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: BA-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to managerial accountingincluding the analysis and interpretation of accounting data toaid management. (GR) C-ID ACCT 120

BA-102A Principles of Economics-Macroeconomics54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-152 or MATH-153Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to Macroeconomics. The topicsexplored include supply, demand, government spending,taxation, business cycles, fiscal policy, monetary policy, moneyand banking system, inflation, unemployment, national income,and international economics. (GR) C-ID ECON 202

BA-102B Principles of Economics-Microeconomics54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-152 or MATH-153Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to Microeconomics. The topicsexplored include demand, supply, market structure, pricingpolicies, labor market, elasticity and its application, public goods,common resources, and environmental policy. (GR) C-ID ECON201

BA-104 Computer Applications in Accounting36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: BA-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the application of accounting theory on thecomputer using spreadsheet software. (GR)

BA-105 Income Tax Principles72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Advisory: ENGL-162Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an analysis of the principles, procedures,and terminology of income taxes on individual taxpayers. (GC)

BA-109B Computerized Accounting for Small Business22.50 hrs lecture, 13.50 hrs labUnits: 1.50Advisory: BA-101AThis course is designed to meet the accounting needs of a smallbusiness. A widely-used software package (such as QuickBooks)will be presented. (GC)

BA-115 Career Communication54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: COMM-125Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will develop vital communication skills for global anddiverse professional environments including presentationalskills, interviewing, interpersonal communication, leadershipskills, and small group communication. (GR)

BA-116 Business English and Communication72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course reviews the fundamentals of English grammar,punctuation, and sentence structure from a business approach.Writing skills for clear and effective business communication aredeveloped through letters and reports. Written, verbal, non-verbal, cross-cultural, and cross-gender communication areexplored. (GC)

BA-121A Developing Your Business Plan9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This is a course designed for students considering starting theirown businesses. All major elements of a business plan will becovered, including financial statements, marketing, andcompetitive strategies. (GC)

BA-121B Legal Aspects of Small Business9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course is designed for students interested in establishing abusiness and needing information about the legal issuesinvolved. The information is very practical and is presented in aclear, concise manner. Legal aspects such as forms of ownership,licensing, and taxes will be covered. (GC)

BA-123 Math for Accounting and Business54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and MATH-151Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on methods of problem interpretation andsolving of common business calculations. Problems such astaxes, interest, depreciation, stocks, and insurance are covered bymeans of lecture and individual operations of calculators andcomputers. (GC)

BA-125 Introduction to Business54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will develop vital communication skills for global anddiverse professional environments including presentationalskills, interviewing, interpersonal communication, leadershipskills, and small group communication. (GC) C-ID BUS 110



BA-136 Introduction to International Business54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course presents the latest theories and concepts ofinternational business while highlighting the leading role cultureplays in global commerce. (GC)

BA-137 Introduction to International Marketing54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUSurvey course that covers the essential elements of internationalmarketing, beginning with its definition and concluding withinternational marketing strategy implementation. (GC)

BA-139 Psychology in the Workplace54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: PSY-139Advisory: ENGL-101A and PSY-101Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course applies principles of psychology to the workplace.Topics include combination skills, stress, cultural diversity,teamwork, understanding self and others, motivation,leadership, and other factors crucial to functioning effectively inthe workplace. (GC)

BA-141A Business Law54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to law applicable to businessincluding the legal environment of business, ethics,sustainability, contracts, agency, and sales law. (GC) C-ID BUS125

BA-142 International Economics54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents study theories of the causes and effects underlyinginternational economics with a focus on international trade,international finance, and the study of government policieswhich alter the pattern of trade between nations. (GR)

BA-144 Sports Management54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an overview of professional sportmanagement in North America. The political, historical, social,economic, and cultural impacts of sport management areexplored. Topics will include team management, organizationaladministration, legal issues, public relations, and facilitymanagement. Students will become familiar with careeropportunities in the sports management field. (GR)

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BUSINESS SUPERVISION MANAGEMENT (BSM)


BSM-101 Fundamentals of Supervision54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an overview of supervisory principles andpractices from defining the supervisor’s role to the challenges ofensuring effective employee communications. Topics alsoinclude staffing, professional development, workplace safety,and conflict resolution. (GC)

BSM-102 Interpersonal Relations in the Workplace54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers interpersonal communication, employee-employer relations, cultural awareness, conflict resolution, stressmanagement, and team development. (GC)

BSM-103 Management of Human Resources54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the principles and practices of humanresources for first line and above managerial personnel:employment/industrial relations, equal employment opportunity,sexual harassment, training and development, wage/salary/benefit administration, job performance reviews, and safety/accident prevention. (GR)

BSM-105 Operations Management54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the principles of operations management:globalization, forecasting, materials/production/projectmanagement, and total quality management principles andpractices. (GC)

BSM-106 Communication for Supervisors54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the principles and practices for the techniquesof communication in the workplace including active listening,intercultural communication, verbal and non-verbalcommunication, conducting meetings, and effectivepresentations. (GC)

BSM-108 Leadership in Organizations54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an overview of principles of leadership,supervision, power, and politics in the workplace; team decision-making/problem solving, motivating employees, coaching, socialresponsibility, and business ethics. (GC)



BSM-110A Communications in the Workplace9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course introduces the key elements for communication inthe professional workplace. Ideal participants would be thoseseeking employment and desiring to improve skills such asverbal and nonverbal communication, active listing, and specificworkplace communication skills. (CR)

BSM-110B Writing Skills for Managers9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Advisory: ENGL-151BThis course is designed to provide the student with the skillsnecessary to effectively write various business documents. Idealparticipants would be those seeking employment and desiring toimprove skills such as guidelines necessary to produce effectivewritten communications, introduction to various communicationdevices used internally in an organization, preparation of writtencommunications for use outside the organization, and businesscommunication and the law. (CR)

BSM-110C Attitude in the Workplace9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course introduces the key elements for attitude in theprofessional workplace. Ideal participants would be thoseseeking employment and desiring to improve their currentskillsets such as attitude adjustment and how to maintain apositive attitude. (CR)

BSM-110D Decision Making and Problem Solving9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course introduces the key elements for decision making andproblem solving in the professional workplace. Ideal participantswould be those seeking employment and desiring to improveskills such as brainstorming, creativity in the workplace, how tofind new perspectives, and seeking alternatives. (CR)

BSM-110E Managing Organizational Change9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course introduces the key elements for managingorganizational change in the professional workplace. Idealparticipants would be those seeking employment and desiring toimprove skills such as understanding organizational change,stages of change, and how to manage organizational change.(CR)

BSM-110F Stress Management0.50 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course is designed to acquaint the student with keyelements of stress management. Ideal participants would bethose seeking employment and desiring to improve skills suchas the recognition of stress, causes of stress, and the benefits ofstress management. Various stress management techniques willbe covered. (CR)

BSM-110G Team Building9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course is designed to provide students with anunderstanding of how teams work together, and commonproblems teams encounter and how to solve them. Idealparticipants would be those seeking employment and desiring toimprove skills such as learning to recognize various personalitiesand how their strengths and weaknesses impact a team.Students will be introduced to team building in the workplace.(CR)

BSM-110H Time Management9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course is designed to introduce students to timemanagement principles and specific tools that assist in makingmaximum use of time. Emphasis will be placed on how toprioritize, identifying time wasters, and goal setting. Idealparticipants would be those seeking employment and desiring toimprove time management skills. (CR)

BSM-110I Conflict Resolution9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course is designed to introduce students to the meaning ofconflict, the causes of conflict, and strategies for resolvinginterpersonal conflict, as well as dealing with difficult customers.(CR)

BSM-110J Values and Ethics9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course is designed to acquaint students with the importanceof values and ethics in the workplace. Ideal participants would bethose seeking employment and desiring to improve skills suchas how values influence actions, evaluating one’s ethicalbehavior, and helping people do the right thing. (CR)

BSM-110K Customer Service9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course covers key skills and attitudes necessary to effectivelymeet the customer’s needs. Students will be introduced toconcepts and appropriate techniques for dealing with internaland external customers, enhancing customer satisfaction, andensuring positive communication. This course is part of aCustomer Service Academy workforce readiness program. (CR)

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CHEMISTRY (CHEM)


CHEM-101A General Chemistry54.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: CHEM-102 and MATH-152, or satisfactoryperformance on the Chemistry Placement Test at OhloneCollegeAdvisory: CAOT-150Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCCHEM-101A is a general college-level inorganic chemistry coursedesigned for students majoring in biology, chemistry,engineering, pre-med, and other fields demanding rigorousscientific preparation. Topics covered include atomic theory,stoichiometry, chemical reactions, introductory thermochemistry,theories of bonding, and properties of solids, liquids, gases, andsolutions. (GR) C-ID CHEM 110; CHEM-101A + CHEM-101B = C-ID CHEM 120S



CHEM-101B General Chemistry54.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: CHEM-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCChemistry 101B continues the study of chemistry taught inChemistry 101A. Theory and mathematical applications areemphasized. This course is designed for science-oriented majorsincluding biology, chemistry, engineering, and pre-professionalhealth. Topics include kinetics; equilibrium; acids and bases;solubility; thermodynamics; electrochemistry; nuclear chemistry;properties of organic molecules; buffers, proteins, andcompounds containing transition elements; organic chemistry;and coordination compounds. This course provides studentswith the necessary foundation for Organic Chemistry, CHEM-112A. (GR) C-ID: CHEM-101A + CHEM-101B = C-ID CHEM 120S

CHEM-102 Preparation for General Chemistry54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: MATH-151Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a preparatory chemistry course covering thefundamentals of modern inorganic chemistry with emphasis onproblem solving and mathematical calculations. Topics includeclassification of matter; atomic and molecular structure; chemicalformula and nomenclature; chemical equations andstoichiometry; thermochemistry; and gas laws and solutions.Chemistry 102 is intended primarily as a preparation for studentsplanning to take college-level Chemistry 101A. This course isrecommended for students who have been away from highschool chemistry for more than two years or those whoseprevious chemistry background is inadequate for Chemistry101A. (GR)

CHEM-108 Survey of Chemistry54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is a general education, non-lab course about the chemistryof everyday things. Some of the topics considered are food,medicine, petroleum, pollution, plastics, cosmetics, and poisons.The course gives information about atoms and structure to helpthe student interpret everyday occurrences from a molecularpoint of view. Concepts, not calculations, are emphasized. (GC)

CHEM-109 Biochemistry for Health Science and Biotechnology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: MATH-151Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the basic concepts of inorganic and organicchemistry and biochemistry as they apply to the human body.The course is open to all students; no previous chemistry isrequired. This course satisfies the requirements of nursing,biotechnology, and related majors that require one semester ofchemistry. This course does not meet the prerequisite forChemistry 101A. (GR)

CHEM-112A Organic Chemistry54.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: CHEM-101BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCCHEM-112A is the first semester of organic chemistry for science-oriented, pre-professional health, and pre-engineering students.This course includes a study of important organic moleculesfound in living systems and man-made molecules. This course isdesigned primarily for students who require a full year of organicchemistry, including multistep synthesis, heterocycliccompounds, and advanced spectroscopy. (GR) C-ID CHEM 150;CHEM-112A + CHEM-112B = C-ID CHEM 160S

CHEM-112B Organic Chemistry54.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: CHEM-112AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCCHEM-112B is the second semester of organic chemistry forscience oriented, pre-professional health, and pre-engineeringstudents. This course includes a study of important organicmolecules found in living systems and man-made molecules.This course is designed primarily for students who require a fullyear of organic chemistry, including nomenclature, multistepsynthesis, mechanisms, heterocyclic compounds, andspectroscopy. (GR) C-ID: CHEM-112A + CHEM-112B = C-IDCHEM 160S

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CHICANO/LATINO STUDIES (CHS)


CHS-101 Chicano/Latino Culture54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: SOC-106Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines the social, cultural, political, and economicheritage of the Chicanos and their contribution to Americansociety. (GR)

CHS-102A Chicana/o History I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: HIST-102AAdvisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the history of Chicanas and Chicanos fromPre-Colombian times to 1850. The course emphasizes thepolitical, economic, and social influences of Pre-ColumbianAmerica, Spain, Mexico, and the United States. The courseincludes a study of the United States Constitution. (GR)

CHS-102B Chicana/o History II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: HIST-102BAdvisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the history of the Mexican-Americanexperience from 1850 to the present day. The course emphasizesthe political, economic, and social experiences of the MexicanAmerican people under the influences of Mexico and the UnitedStates, and includes a study of the Constitution of California.(GR)

CHS-106A Chicano/Latino Literature54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course offers an introduction to literature by Chicanos andLatinos. Through performing in-depth studies of certain authors,the students will view literature as a reflection of Chicano/Latinolife. (GR)



CHS-109 Barrio Service Learning18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course includes in-depth observation of institutions andagencies of the Bay Area who provide services focused on issueswithin Chicano/Latino communities. (GC)

CHS-112 Contemporary Issues of Chicanas54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ENGL-163 or ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an examination of the historical, social-economic,and political conditions which have shaped the lives ofcontemporary Chicanas in the United States. The course willexplore cultural patterns underlying race, class, and gender-based strategies and inequities as basic elements ofcontemporary social structure. (GC)

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CHINESE (CHIN)


CHIN-101A Elementary Mandarin Chinese I90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to modern standard Chineselanguage (Mandarin). Students will acquire listening, speaking,reading, and writing skills in order to communicate effectively insimple Chinese for common everyday purposes. This courseteaches the Chinese phonetic system, the structures of Chinesecharacters, the basic Chinese grammatical concepts, and aspectsof Chinese culture in relation to the topic of the concurrentlesson. (GR)

CHIN-101B Elementary Mandarin Chinese II90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: CHIN-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of CHIN-101A. Students willcontinue to acquire listening, speaking, reading, and writing skillsin Chinese (Mandarin) and will continue cultural studies as anintegral part of the course. (GR)

CHIN-102A Intermediate Mandarin Chinese I90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: CHIN-101B or three years of high school ChineseAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of CHIN-101B with emphasis on thefour areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing inMandarin, as well as the study of Chinese culture with greaterdepth. (GR)

CHIN-102B Intermediate Mandarin Chinese II90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: CHIN-102AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of CHIN-102A with emphasis on thefour areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing inMandarin, as well as the study of Chinese culture with greaterdepth. (GR)

CHIN-131 Business Chinese I72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: CHIN-101AAdvisory: CHIN-101BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is the first course of a two-semester sequence whichintegrates Mandarin Chinese language learning withcontemporary Chinese business communications and simpleexcerpts from classical Chinese literature, which continues toinform and influence the Chinese psyche. The goals of this two-semester sequence are to increase students’ aptitude in businessChinese, expand knowledge of the Chinese economy, anddeepen understanding of the attitudes and mores involved inbusiness with China. (GR)

CHIN-132 Business Chinese II72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: CHIN-131Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is the second course of a two-semester sequence whichintegrates Mandarin Chinese language learning withcontemporary Chinese business communications and simpleexcerpts from classical Chinese literature, which continues toinform and influence the Chinese psyche. The goals of this two-semester sequence are to increase students’ aptitude in businessChinese, expand knowledge of the Chinese economy, anddeepen understanding of the attitudes and mores involved inbusiness with China. (GR)

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COMMUNICATION STUDIES (COMM)


COMM-100 Introduction to Communication Theory54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course students will analyze, evaluate, and apply the majorcommunication theories and research in the communicationstudies field such as interpersonal, group/organizational, culturalcommunication, rhetoric, and mass communication. (GR) C-IDCOMM 180



COMM-108 Visual Communication54.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course students will explore the fundamental elements ofvisual communication presented through lectures and appliedthrough studio exercises. Examine the methods of visualcommunications from Gutenberg to Google, analyzing examplesin a variety of visual forms including print (newspaper andmagazine), graphics, illustrations, photographs, video, motionpictures, and digital media. (GR) C-ID JOUR 170

COMM-111 Introduction to Public Speaking54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-151RW, or ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers rhetorical theory and practice of speechmaking in groups and public settings. A variety of perspectivesand techniques are used to research, organize, deliver, andevaluate public presentations. Emphasis is on rights andresponsibilities of citizenship in a free democratic society. (GR)C-ID COMM 110

COMM-112 Small Group Communication/Critical Thinking54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course students will learn how to enhance small groupcommunication and team building through the study of theories,concepts, and practices of effective group decision making andproblem solving. The emphasis will be on logical reasoning andthe evaluation of evidence. (GR) C-ID COMM 140

COMM-113 Interpersonal Communication54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudy and practice the principles of verbal and nonverbalcommunication in intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships.The course covers the study of theory and research findings andtheir application to communication in interpersonal relationshipsin personal and professional contexts. (GR) C-ID COMM 130

COMM-114 Critical Thinking/Persuasion54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: COMM-111 and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course students will examine historical and contemporaryapproaches to persuasive messages throughout time. Persuasivetheories and concepts will be analyzed, presented, and critiqued.Emphasis on logical reasoning, evaluation of evidence, and thedevelopment of a persuasive message will be covered. (GR) C-ID COMM 190

COMM-115 Intercultural Communication54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course we will examine the connections of culture andcommunication from a variety of perspectives, while exploringhow our own cultural identities are co-constructed through ourcommunication practices and interactions. Understand how wecommunicate and interact with others across dimensions of race,class, nation, histories, power, privilege, and many othercategories of identity in order to be able to practice moreproductive and effective communication across culturaldifferences locally and globally. (GR) C-ID COMM 150

COMM-116 Critical Thinking/Argumentation and Debate54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will develop critical thinking through oral advocacy anddebate in this course. Emphasis on both written and oralarguments based on logic and reasoning. (GR) C-ID COMM 120

COMM-117 Leadership Communication54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUIn this course students explore and analyze how leadershiptheory can inform and direct the way leadership is practiced.Traditional and interactional theories of leadership will beanalyzed, including the influences of culture and gender onleadership. Emphasis is on theory and practice. (GR)

COMM-118 Gender, Sexual Identity, and Communication54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: WS-108Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course students will examine the myriad communicativeprocesses which function to create, maintain, reinforce, andchallenge cultural expectations of gender performances. (GR)

COMM-122 Family Communication54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course students will explore family communicationtheories, patterns of interactions, and ways in which familycommunication can be enhanced, including conflictmanagement. (GR)

COMM-124 Introduction to Health Communication54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSUHealth communication explores how communication informsthe study and understanding of issues of patient and providercommunication; healthcare systems; culture of medicine;caregiving; end of life communication; medical decision making;health promotion and behavior change campaigns; healthnarratives; computer-mediated social support; healthinformation seeking; and health entertainment and popularculture. (GR)

COMM-125 Career Communication54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: BA-115Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will develop vital communication skills for global anddiverse professional environments including presentationalskills, interviewing, interpersonal communication, leadershipskills, and small group communication. (GR)

COMM-126 Listening Techniques18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUIn this course students will examine listening styles and practicelistening skills for college, career, and personal development.Emphasis is on the benefits of listening, listening theory, and tipsfor improving listening. (GR)



COMM-130 Oral Interpretation of Literature54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: TD-130Advisory: ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCUsing performance as a communication concept, students willexplore performance theory and apply theoreticalcommunication theories of performance using all genres ofliterature. (GR) C-ID COMM 170

COMM-132 Voice and Diction54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: TD-132Advisory: ENGL-151AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCUnderstand and enhance the speaking voice and vocal qualitythrough oral exercises that focus on expressiveness andarticulation. Increase vocabulary and use the InternationalPhonetic Alphabet in transcription and pronunciation. (FormerlySPCH-132) (GR)

COMM-134 Introduction to Performance Studies54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: TD-134Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCLive performance is used as a method for exploring humanbehavior as it occurs within contemporary cultures and societies.Performance assignments will draw from among the following:performance of texts, street performance, personal narrative,oral history, everyday life, and social justice. (GR)

COMM-190A Speech Communication Lab Consultant18.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: COMM-111Accepted For Credit: CSUBy serving as a tutor in the Communication Lab, students willlearn teaching-learning techniques that include assistance withthe entire speech making process including thesis development,outlining, research, and delivery skills. Students gain teachingexperience while improving their own communication skills.(GR)

COMM-190B Communication Lab Consultant18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: COMM-111Accepted For Credit: CSUConsultants/tutors in the Communication Lab will strengthenteaching-learning techniques and provide assistance to thespeech-making process: thesis development and revision,improving outlining, refining research and delivery skills. (GR)

COMM-190C Communication Lab Consultant18.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: COMM-111Accepted For Credit: CSUBy serving as a consultant/tutor in the Communication Lab,students will master teaching-learning techniques that provideassistance with the speech-making process. (GR)

COMM-191A1 Introductory Forensics Workshop9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUParticipate in or attend public speeches or performances in orderto encourage community awareness. (GR)

COMM-191A2 Forensics Workshop18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUParticipate in public speeches, events, or performances in orderto encourage community awareness. (GR)

COMM-191A3 Forensics Competition27.00 hrs lecture, 81.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: COMM-111, COMM-116, or COMM-130Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will compete on the Forensics Team in three or moreof the following events: informative speaking, persuasivespeaking, impromptu, extemporaneous, speech to entertain,communication analysis, or debate. Repeatable = 1 time (GC) C-ID COMM 160B

COMM-192A1Argumentation and Debate Workshop9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will participate in or attend debates, speeches, or publicmeetings, and then analyze and evaluate these events.Repeatable = 3 times (GR)

COMM-192A2Argumentation and Debate Workshop18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will participate in or attend public meetings or debatesin order to encourage critical thinking and communityinvolvement. Repeatable = 3 times (GR)

COMM-192A3Competitive Argumentation and Debate27.00 hrs lecture, 81.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: COMM-111 and COMM-116Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will compete on the Argumentation and Debate Team;research significant contemporary problems; analyze issues,evidence, and logic; and present researched arguments.Repeatable = 3 times (GR) C-ID COMM 160B

COMM-193 Oral Interpretation Competition27.00 hrs lecture, 81.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: COMM-111 or COMM-130Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will participate in competitive oral interpretation ofliterature (poetry, prose, or drama) with an emphasis on theanalysis and interpretation of the material. (GR) C-ID COMM 170

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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS ANDOCCUPATIONAL TECHNOLOGY (CAOT)


CAOT-101A Computer Application Fundamentals27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-101AAdvisory: Basic computer skillsAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the latest version of the MS Office Suite.Students will be introduced to applications at an introductorylevel for creating professional documents, worksheets,presentations, databases, and email for personal andprofessional use. The applications covered in this course includeWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook. This course willprepare students to take courses covering these applications atthe intermediate to advanced level. (GC)

CAOT-104 Basic Keyboarding54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00This self-paced introductory course develops basic keyboardingskills for students entering a variety of fields such as computerscience, data processing, accounting, or any other occupationthat utilizes a keyboard similar to a typewriter to inputinformation. No typing applications will be covered. (GR)

CAOT-110A Beginning Keyboarding9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00This course includes mastery of the keyboard with touch typing.(GR)

CAOT-110B Beginning Keyboarding II9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: CAOT-110AThis self-paced course includes an introduction to memobusiness, personal letters, and simple reports. (GR)

CAOT-110C Beginning Keyboarding III9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: CAOT-110BCAOT-110C is the final course in a three-part series wherestudents learn mastery of creating and formatting businessdocuments. (GC)

CAOT-111 Intermediate Keyboarding36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: CAOT-110CThis self-paced course includes improvement of basic skills, letterproduction, business forms, tabulated reports, and manuscripts.(GC)

CAOT-112 Advanced Keyboarding18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: CAOT-111This course includes production typing with emphasis on speed,accuracy in the preparation of table mastery, forms, financialdocuments, graphic enhancements, meeting management; andlegal, medical, and employment documents. (GC)

CAOT-147 Computer Applications in Biology4.50 hrs lecture, 13.50 hrs labUnits: 0.50Corequisite: BIOL-101AThis course introduces basic computer skills necessary toperform tasks required for biology majors. This course coverskey concepts in Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. This course mustbe taken concurrently with BIOL-101A. (GR)

CAOT-148 Computer Applications in Biotechnology4.50 hrs lecture, 13.50 hrs labUnits: 0.50Corequisite: BIOT-105This course introduces basic computer skills necessary toperform tasks required in an introductory Biotechnology course.This course covers key concepts using spreadsheet, presentation,database, and word processing software. (GR)

CAOT-150 Computer Applications for Chemistry9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Corequisite: CHEM-101AThis course introduces basic computer skills necessary toperform tasks required in an introductory Chemistry course. Thiscourse covers key concepts in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. (GR)

CAOT-160 Social Media and Digital Citizenry54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is an introductory course where students will acquire hands-on experience with digital forms of engagement and will learnhow to use a wide range of social media tools. Students will alsoexamine the nature of netiquette and the parameters of digitalcitizenry. The course is grounded in practice, and students willbe required to participate in social networks, forums, blogs, wikis,micro-blogs, and more. (GC)

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COMPUTERS, NETWORKS, ANDEMERGING TECHNOLOGY (CNET)


CNET-101 Introduction to Computers and Information Technology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-101Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; concurrentenrollment in CS-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a general introduction to the area of computersand information technology, and is designed for all students.This survey course will examine a broad overview of topicsincluding software, hardware, the networking of computersystems, information technology, and survey of programminglanguages. The student will explore the implications of thistechnology with regard to today’s information society. (GC)



CNET-103 Introduction to Business Intelligence54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: Introduction to programming; general businessknowledgeAccepted For Credit: CSUBusiness Intelligence is a data analysis process which utilizes anintegrated set of application systems, processes, and tools thattransform raw data into meaningful and useful information forbusiness analysis. Students will learn the fundamentals ofbusiness analysis and BI tools and processes that helpbusinesses make strategic and tactical decisions based on datato improve operational efficiency, optimize business processes,identify new market trends, increase revenue, and gaincompetitive advantages. (GC)

CNET-105 IT Essentials (CompTIA A+)54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an introduction to the computer hardwareand software skills needed to help meet the growing demand forentry-level ICT professionals. The fundamentals of computerhardware and software as well as advanced concepts such assecurity, networking, and the responsibilities of an ICTprofessional will be introduced. Preparation for CompTIA’s A+certification exam. (GC) C-ID ITIS 110

CNET-107 IT Service Management (ITIL)54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThe course is designed to introduce IT service systems in avariety of enterprise and service industry settings. The IT historyand basic IT service methods will be reviewed. Students will learnabout the key principles and concepts of IT Service Managementand the basic concepts and definitions related to the ServiceLifecycle. Students will gain knowledge of the ITIL (formerlyknown as Information Technology Infrastructure Library)terminology, structure, and basic concepts and the coreprinciples of ITIL practices for IT Service Management. (GC)

CNET-108 IT Project Management54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSULearn the concepts and skills that build the foundations of projectmanagement—project integration, scope, time, cost, quality,human resources, communications, risk, and procurement—within an information technology (IT) environment. Prepare forindustry certification. (GC)

CNET-110 ICT Summer Institute (CCENT Bootcamp)9.00 hrs lecture, 81.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThe Institute enables high school students and graduates tocomplete their ICT pathway study. Skills learned includeinstalling, operating, optimizing, and troubleshooting routed andswitched networks; connecting to other networks (LANs andWANs); installing wireless network; identifying security threats.Hands-on exercises in all of these areas will reinforce studentlearning. (GC)

CNET-114 How Technology Works54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: ENGI-114Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is intended for students of all disciplines who areinterested in how everyday things work. This course is anintroduction to some of the fundamental science conceptsunderpinning high technology, emphasizing everyday devicesand practical experience, for the development of scientific andcomputer literacy. Students will experiment with technology todiscover principles of science. Concepts such as force, work,energy, power, liquids and gasses, heat transfer, electricity,magnetism, electronics, and light are explored throughexperimentation and observation. Students will experiencethrough class demonstrations and hands-on laboratories theconcepts presented by the instructor. Phenomena such as howcomputers convert data, iPods transmit sound, air conditionerscool a room, solar heating panels capture heat, and howmicrowaves cook food are discussed. A laboratory session isincluded which offers students a chance to do experiments. Afield trip to local tech industry displays is required. (GC)

CNET-120 VMware: Install, Configure, Manage27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis hands-on training course explores installation,configuration, and management of VMware vSphere, whichconsists of VMware ESXi/ESX and VMware vCenter Server. Uponcompletion of this course students can take the examination tobecome a VMware Certified Professional. The course is based onvSphere: Install, Configure, Manage using the latest release ofsoftware available. (GC)

CNET-122A Information Storage and Management — EMC27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn about the transition from a Classic DataCenter environment to Virtual Data Center and the Cloudvirtualization at each layer—compute, storage, network, desktop,and application—along with business continuity in a VDCenvironment. Students will also learn Cloud computing basics,infrastructure components, service management activities,security concerns, and considerations for Cloud adoption. (GR)

CNET-122B Cloud Infrastructure and Services27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CNET-122AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers Cloud deployment and service models, Cloudinfrastructure, and the key considerations in migrating to Cloudcomputing. This course also provides the required technologyessentials across all domains—including server, storage,networking, applications, and databases—to help develop astrong understanding of virtualization and Cloud computingtechnologies. (GR)

CNET-124A Virtual Desktop Administration — Citrix27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the desktop delivery models, XenDesktopproof-of-concept and production environments configuration;virtual desktop assignment; user experience customizationthrough policies; single-image desktop management throughProvisioning services; virtual machine hosting on a client deviceusing Citrix XenClient; and an introduction to the new featuresincluded in Citrix XenDesktop. (GC)



CNET-124B Virtual Application Administration — Citrix27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides the foundation necessary for administratorsto effectively centralize and manage applications in the datacenter and instantly deliver them as a service to users anywhere.Learners will receive training for installing and configuring CitrixXenApp for Windows Server 2008 R2, Citrix Receiver, and plug-ins, as well as for using administrative consoles and tools toconfigure resources, policies, server and farm settings, printers,virtualized applications, and more. (GC)

CNET-132 Introduction to Tableau Analytics27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will teach students about the Tableau desktopsoftware application used for Big Data Analytics and BusinessIntelligence. Students will be introduced to the various differentoperations such as filters, calculations, creating sets, chartingdata, and creating great visuals that will help any business getmore insight into the way the business is trending in order tomake informed decisions on the future direction. (GR)

CNET-133 Data Integration with Talend Open Studio27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CNET-137Accepted For Credit: CSUTalend Open Studio for Data Integration provides a set of dataintegration tools to access, transform, and integrate data fromany business system in real time or batch to meet bothoperational and analytical data integration needs. Talend hasover 450+ connectors and it integrates almost any data source.The broad range of use cases addressed include massive scaleintegration (big data/NoSQL); ETL for business intelligence anddata warehousing; data synchronization; data migration; datasharing; and data services. (GC)

CNET-135 Oracle Database Administration27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThe Oracle Database 12c Administration course will teachstudents about the Oracle Database architecture. Students willdiscover how to effectively manage an Oracle Database instance,configure the Oracle Network Environment, and performdatabase maintenance. (GC)

CNET-136 Oracle Database Backup and Recovery27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CNET-135Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course addresses backup and recovery techniques andexamines various backup, failure, restore, and recovery scenariosfor the 12c version of Oracle databases. (GC)

CNET-137 Introduction to SQL54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-137Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the concepts of relational databases andpowerful SQL. Students are taught to create and maintaindatabase objects and to store, retrieve, and manipulate data.Demonstrations and hands-on practice reinforce thefundamental concepts. (GC)

CNET-138 PL/SQL Programming54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CNET-137Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will program in PL/SQL and use this programminglanguage. Students will create PL/SQL blocks of application codethat can be used by forms and reports. Students will createprocedures, functions, and packages. (GC)

CNET-140 Linux System Administration I (LPI-1)54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CNET-146Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is intended for students who want to learn about theLinux operating system and prepare to pass the Linux+certification exam from CompTIA (Powered by LPI). The courseprovides comprehensive coverage of topics related to Linuxcertification, including Linux distributions, installation,administration, X-Windows, networking, and security. (GC)

CNET-141 Linux System Administration II (LPI-2)54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CNET-140Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is intended for students who want to learn advancedsystem administrations skills using the Linux operating systemand prepare to pass the LPI-2 certification exam. The courseprovides comprehensive coverage of advanced topics related toLinux certification, including Linux distributions, installation,administration, X-Windows, networking, and security. (GC)

CNET-145 PHP Programming with MySQL54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-145Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is a programming course teaching the student how toaccess a relational database (MySQL) and generate web pagesusing PHP. The student does not need prior programmingexperience but general computer knowledge is recommended.(GC)

CNET-146 Introduction to UNIX/Linux36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-146Accepted For Credit: CSUThis lecture/lab course introduces functions and features of theUNIX/Linux operating system, including origin and evolution;hardware and software; both command-line and graphical userinterface; files and file system structure; system services;processes; background processing; scheduling; file security; thevi editor; file sharing; and redirection and piping. Students arealso introduced to shell programming and a variety ofUNIX/Linux command-line and graphical tools. (GR)



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CNET-147 UNIX/Linux Shell Scripting54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-147Advisory: CS-102Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces a variety of the tools and concepts usedwhile working with a UNIX/Linux-based computer system. Thecourse introduces UNIX shells, comparing and contrasting themajor ones. Students will learn to write shell scripts using basiccommands, regular expressions, vi, sed, and awk. They will thenuse those tools to write scripts for various shells such as theBourne, C, Korn, and Bash shells. Other scripting tools such asPerl and Python will also be explored. Students will write shellscript programs to exercise their understanding of tools andconcepts. This course will be taught using a combination oflectures, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on labs. (GR)

CNET-149 PERL Programming54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-149Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents the fundamental knowledge and skillsneeded to solve problems using the PERL language. Thislanguage is particularly well suited to manipulating textual dataand remains a favorite among UNIX system administrators forautomating common administrative tasks and widespreadamong web masters for writing CGI applications. (GC)

CNET-151 Systems and Network Administration36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: CNET-105 and CNET-154Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will provide a student with the knowledge and skillsrequired to build, maintain, troubleshoot, and support serverhardware and software technologies. The student will be able toidentify environmental issues; understand and comply withdisaster recovery and physical/software security procedures;become familiar with industry terminology and concepts; andunderstand server roles/specializations and interaction withinthe overall computing environment. (GC)

CNET-152 Data Communications36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-152Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides students with an overview of the conceptsand fundamentals of data communication and computernetworks. Topics to be covered include data communicationconcepts and techniques in a layered network architecture,communications switching and routing, types of communication,network congestion, network topologies, network configurationand management, network model components, layered networkmodels (OSI reference model, TCP/IP networking architecture)and their protocols, various types of networks (LAN, MAN, WAN,and Wireless networks) and their protocols. (GC)

CNET-154 Computer Network Fundamentals (Network+)36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: CNET-105Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn practical skills for working with networkhardware, connections, software, the OSI Reference model, anddifferent protocols used in local area networks (LANs) and widearea networks (WANs). The course covers network technologies,installation and configuration, media and topologies,management, and security. (GC)

CNET-155A Introduction to Networks (CCNA1)36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces the architecture, structure, functions,components, and models of the Internet and other computernetworks. The course uses the OSI and TCP layered models toexamine the nature and roles of protocols and services at theapplication, network, data link, and physical layers. The principlesand structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernetconcepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide afoundation for the curriculum. At the end of the course, studentsbuild simple LAN topologies by applying basic principles ofcabling; performing basic configurations of network devices,including routers and switches; and implementing IP addressingschemes. This course is preparation for the CCENT and CCNAcertification exams. (GR) C-ID ITIS 150

CNET-155B Routing and Switching Essentials (CCNA2)36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: CNET-155AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course describes the architecture, components, andoperations of routers and switches in a small network. Studentslearn how to configure a router and a switch for basicfunctionality. By the end of this course students will be able toconfigure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolvecommon issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, single-area and multi-areaOSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4and IPv6networks. This course is preparation for the CCENT and CCNAcertification exams. (GC)

CNET-156A Scaling Networks (CCNA3)27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CNET-155A and CNET-155BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is the third of the four courses that prepares students for theCisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) certification. Thiscourse describes the architecture, components, operations ofrouters, and switches in a large and complex network. Studentslearn how to configure routers and switches for advancedfunctionality. By the end of this course students will be able toconfigure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolvecommon issues with OSPF, EIGRP, STP, and VTP in both IPv4and IPv6 networks. Students will also develop the knowledgeand skills needed to implement DHCP and DNS operations in anetwork. (GC)

CNET-156B Connecting Networks (CCNA4)27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CNET-155A, CNET-155B, and CNET-156AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is the last of four courses that prepares students for theCisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) certification. Thiscourse discusses the WAN technologies and network servicesrequired by converged applications in a complex network. Thecourse enables students to understand the selection criteria ofnetwork devices and WAN technologies to meet networkrequirements. Students learn how to configure and troubleshootnetwork devices and resolve common issues with data linkprotocols. Students also develop the knowledge and skillsneeded to implement IPSec and virtual private network (VPN)operations in a complex network. (GC)



CNET-157 TCP/IP and Internetworking54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CS-157Prerequisite: CS-152 or CNET-152Advisory: CS-101 or CNET-101Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an introduction and overview of TCP/IPtechnology. Topics include TCP/IP concepts, protocol architecture,and installation techniques. The course prepares the student topass the certification exam, Internetworking Microsoft TCP/IP, tobecome an MCP/MCSE. (GR)

CNET-158 Wireless Networks54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CNET-105 and CNET-155AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis introductory course to wireless communication and LANsfocuses on the design, planning, implementation, operation, andtroubleshooting of Wireless LANs. The course covers acomprehensive overview of technologies, security, and designbest practices with particular emphasis on hands on skills. (GC)

CNET-160A MS Client Operating Systems27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides students with the knowledge and skillsnecessary to set up and support the current Windows ClientOperating System and prepare for the corresponding MicrosoftWindows 7 Solutions Associate (MCSA) exam. Students will getpractical experience installing, administering, and troubleshootingthis next-generation desktop environment. (GR)

CNET-160B Microsoft Desktop Support Technician27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CNET-160AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed for Information Technology (IT)professionals who have experience with Windows XP andWindows Vista who work as Windows 7 Enterprise DesktopSupport Technicians (EDSTs) in Tier 2 support environments.The goal of this training is to enable these individuals to supportthe Windows 7 operating system and solve technicaltroubleshooting problems in a Windows 7 and Windows Server2008 R2 networking environment. (GC)

CNET-162 Windows Server Installation and Configuration Administration27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CNET-105 and CNET-160AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course prepares students as system administrators who willbe responsible for installing, configuring, managing, supportinga secure network infrastructure, and implementing fault tolerantstorage technologies that use the Microsoft Windows Serverproducts. This course helps students prepare for thecorresponding Microsoft Exam 70-410. (GC)

CNET-164 Windows Server Administration27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course prepares students to deploy and maintain Windows2012 server images, configure DNS, maintain Active Directory,configure Remote Access, implement Network Access Protection,and configure encryption and advanced auditing. Students willget experience implementing a Group Policy infrastructure;managing User Desktops with Group Policy; configuring andtroubleshooting Remote Access; installing, configuring, andtroubleshooting Network Policy Server (NPS) role; andimplementing Network Access Protection (NAP). (GC)

CNET-166 Windows Server — Advanced Services27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CNET-162 and CNET-164Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers advanced configuration of services necessaryto deploy, manage, and maintain a Windows Server 2012infrastructure, such as advanced networking services, fileservices, Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), identitymanagement, rights management, Federated services, networkload balancing, failover clustering, business continuity anddisaster recovery. (GC)

CNET-167 Microsoft Exchange Server27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will provide students with the knowledge and skillsto plan, deploy, manage, secure, and support MicrosoftExchange Server 2013. This course will teach students how toconfigure Exchange Server 2013 and supply them with theinformation needed to monitor, maintain, and troubleshootExchange Server 2013. This course will also provide guidelines,best practices, and considerations that will help optimizeperformance and minimize errors and security threats inExchange Server 2013. The course will help students prepare forMicrosoft Exam 70-341. (GC)

CNET-168A Querying Microsoft SQL Server27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is the foundation for all SQL Server-relateddisciplines namely Database Administration, DatabaseDevelopment, and Business Intelligence. This course helpsstudents prepare for exam 70-461. Students will learn to writebasic Transact-SQL queries for Microsoft SQL Server 2012. (GC)




CNET-168B Administering Microsoft SQL Server27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CNET-168AAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn how to plan, install, configure, andtroubleshoot a Microsoft SQL Server 2012. Students will performinstallation, maintenance, and configuration tasks. Other skillsinclude setting up database systems; making sure those systemsoperate efficiently; and regularly storing, backing up, andsecuring data from unauthorized access. (GC)

CNET-168C Implementing a Data Warehouse with Microsoft SQL Server27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUData warehousing is a solution that organizations use tocentralize business data for reporting and analysis. Students inthis course will learn how to create a data warehouse with SQLServer 2012, implement ETL with SQL Server IntegrationServices, validate and cleanse data with SQL Server Data QualityServices, and SQL Server Master Data Services. (GC)

CNET-170 Network Security (Security+)54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an in-depth study of Network Securityfundamentals and provides a comprehensive overview ofnetwork security. Students will gain the knowledge and skillsrequired to identify risk and participate in risk mitigationactivities; provide infrastructure, application, operational, andinformation security; apply security controls to maintainconfidentiality, integrity, and availability; identify appropriatetechnologies and products; and operate with an awareness ofapplicable policies, laws, and regulations. This course providesthe foundation for students preparing to take the CompTIASecurity+ certification exam. (GC)

CNET-172 CCNA Security27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUCCNA Security equips students with the knowledge and skillsneeded to prepare for entry-level security specialist careers.CCNA Security aims to develop an in-depth understanding ofnetwork security principles as well as the tools andconfigurations required to secure a network. Prepares studentsfor the Cisco CCNA-Security certification exam. (GC)

CNET-173 Ethical Hacking36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: CNET-155A and CNET-170Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces the network security specialist to thevarious methodologies for attacking a network. Students will beintroduced to the concepts, principles, and techniques,supplemented by hands-on exercises, for attacking and disablinga network. These methodologies are presented within thecontext of properly securing the network. The course willemphasize network attack methodologies with the emphasis onstudent use of network attack techniques and tools andappropriate defenses and countermeasures. Students willreceive course content information through a variety ofmethods; lecture and demonstration of hacking tools will beused in addition to a virtual environment. Students will receive ahands-on practical approach in penetration testing measuresand ethical hacking. (GC)

CNET-174 Computer Forensics36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: CNET-170 and CNET-173Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is an introductory course in Computer Forensics. ForensicsComputing, Digital Forensics, or Computer Forensics is the namefor a newly emerging field of study and practice that incorporatesmany areas of expertise. Some of these areas have been callednetwork security, intrusion detection, incident response,infrastructure protection, disaster recovery, continuity planning,software engineering, cyber security, and computer crimeinvestigation. It is an area of practice in public law enforcementat the federal, state, and local levels that deals with cyber crime,cyber vandalism, cyber predators, and cyber terrorism. In theprivate sector it deals with critical infrastructure such asbusiness, hospitals, utilities transportation, finance, education,and other key institutions. (GC)

CNET-180 IP Telephony and VoIP Implementations27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CNET-155A, CNET-155B, CNET-156A, and CNET-156BAccepted For Credit: CSUThe course offers an overview of the issues related to carryingvoice on a data network, the protocols used, and the issuesassociated with QoS, troubleshooting, security, and design. Thecourse begins with describing the basic technologies used in thePublic Switched Telephone System. It then describes thechallenges and technologies used to send voice calls over apacket switch network like the Internet. (GC)

CNET-182 Advanced Routing (CCNP ROUTE)36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is the first of three courses leading to the Cisco CertifiedNetwork Professional (CCNP) designation. This course introducesstudents to scaling IP networks. Students learn to use VLSM,private addressing, and NAT optimize IP address utilization. Themajority of the course content is related to learning how toimplement the RIPv2, EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP routingprotocols. In addition, the course details the important techniquesused for multicasting, route filtering, and route redistribution.This course will prepare students for the Cisco Certified NetworkProfessional (CCNP ROUTE) 642-901 exam. (GC)

CNET-184 Advanced Switching (CCNP SWITCH)36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course enables learners to use appropriate technologies tobuild scalable multilayer switched networks, to create and deploya global intranet, and to implement basic troubleshootingtechniques in environments that use Cisco multilayer switchesfor client hosts and services. This course also enables learners toimprove traffic flow, reliability, redundancy, and performancefor LAN switching that is self-supported or transported via aservice provider. This course will prepare students for the CiscoCertified Networking Professional (CCNP SWITCH) exam. (GC)



CNET-186 Troubleshooting IP Networks (CCNP TSHOOT)36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: CNET-182 and CNET-184Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course teaches students how to monitor and maintaincomplex, enterprise routed, and switched IP networks. Skillslearned include the planning and execution of regular networkmaintenance, as well as support and troubleshooting usingtechnology-based processes and best practices, in a systematicand ITIL-compliant approach. Extensive labs emphasize hands-onlearning and practice to reinforce troubleshooting techniques.(GC)

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COMPUTER SCIENCE (CS)


CS-101 Introduction to Computers and Information Technology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CNET-101Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; concurrentenrollment in CS-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a general introduction to the area of computersand information technology, and is designed for all students.This survey course will examine a broad overview of topicsincluding software, hardware, the networking of computersystems, information technology, and survey of programminglanguages. The student will explore the implications of thistechnology with regard to today’s information society. (GC)

CS-101A Computer Application Fundamentals27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: CAOT-101AAdvisory: Basic computer skillsAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the latest version of the MS Office Suite.Students will be introduced to applications at an introductory levelfor creating professional documents, worksheets, presentations,databases, and email for personal and professional use. Theapplications covered in this course include Word, Excel,PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook. This course will prepare studentsto take courses covering these applications at the intermediate toadvanced level. (GC)

CS-102 Introduction to Computer Programming Using C++36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-152Advisory: CS-101 or CNET-101Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to computer programming. Itsprimary objective is to teach problem solving using the C++programming language. Emphasis will be placed on structuredprocedural programming with an introduction to object-orientedprogramming. This course is designed primarily for computerscience and related transfer majors. (GR) C-ID COMP 122

CS-104A Introduction to .NET Programming54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: MATH-152 or MATH-153; CS-101 or CNET-101Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the skills necessary to create structuredWindows Applications. The course uses C# for design anddevelopment. Topics covered will include language syntax,event-driven programming, structured programming, most ofthe standard tools, and user interface strategies. This course isintended for a general audience with no programmingexperience. (GR)

CS-104B Advanced .NET Programming54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: CS-104AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is an advanced course for .NET application design anddevelopment. Three major areas covered are Graphical UserInterface for Windows applications; ADO.NET and SQL foraccess to databases; and XML and ASP.NET for Web forms andservices. The .NET Framework will be used in class for programdevelopment. (GR)

CS-113 Discrete Structures54.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: CS-102Advisory: MATH-188Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the discrete structures used incomputer science with an emphasis on their applications. Topicscovered include functions, relations, and sets; basic logic; prooftechniques; basics of counting; graphs and trees; and discreteprobability. (GR) C-ID COMP 152

CS-116 Object-Oriented Programming Using C++54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: CS-102Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis intermediate-level programming course is intended forthose students who already have completed an introductoryprogramming course. It presents a comprehensive study of theC++ programming language and its role in the realm of object-oriented programming. The C++ language supports input/output streams, class constructs, inheritance, polymorphism,function and operator overloading, function and class templates,and exception handling. (GR)

CS-118 Introduction to Assembly Language Programming36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: CS-102Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to Assembly Language for Intel-based computers. Topics include numbering systems,architecture, native machine instructions, memory addressing,subroutines, interrupt handling, file I/O, and interaction betweenassembly language programs, the operating system, and otherlanguages. (GR) C-ID COMP 142



CS-124 Programming with Data Structures36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: CS-102Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course involves the study and implementation of datastructure programming techniques. The emphasis is on the datastructures of stacks, queues, lists, trees, and graphs; the use ofrecursion; and the application of these tools primarily tosearching and sorting. Students will implement these conceptsby writing numerous programs in an object-oriented languagesuch as C++. (GR) C-ID COMP 132

CS-125 Introduction to Programming Using Java54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CS-101 or CNET-101Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to computer programming. Itsprimary objective is to teach the fundamentals of programmingusing the Java programming language. Emphasis will be placedon basic Java programming concepts and skills. This course isdesigned primarily for computer science and related transfermajors. (GC) C-ID COMP 112

CS-131 Computing in Biotechnology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces the basic computing concepts, the mostcommonly used computer algorithms, and programminglanguages in biotechnology. (GC)

CS-133 Introduction to Statistical Software Programming54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: BIOT-133Accepted For Credit: CSUStatistical software has become the international standard fordata management, manipulation, storage, retrieval, and statisticalanalysis. This course offers a rigorous exposure to statistical bigdata analysis by using core elements of programming languageand procedures. (GR)

CS-133A Data Analysis Using Statistical Software54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: BIOT-133AAdvisory: CS-133 or BIOT-133Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on the following key areas: statisticalinference, analysis of variance, multiple regression, categoricaldata analysis, and logistic regression. (GC)

CS-137 Introduction to SQL54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: CNET-137Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the concepts of relational databases andpowerful SQL. Students are taught to create and maintaindatabase objects and to store, retrieve, and manipulate data.Demonstrations and hands-on practice reinforce thefundamental concepts. (GC)

CS-141B SAS Graphing and ODS27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: CS-133 or BIOT-133Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces SAS/GRAPH and ODS. Learn how todesign, construct, and display customized graphs quickly andefficiently. Learn how to create a data set from the results of mostSAS procedures and build custom reports. (GC)

CS-143 Advanced SAS Programming54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: BIOT-143Advisory: CS-133 or BIOT-133Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides students with a basic understanding ofmacro programming and SQL procedure in SAS software. SQLand macro programming can provide more flexibility and powerin data management and data analysis. Students will beprepared to take a globally recognized certificate exam, Base SASCertification. (GR)

CS-145 PHP Programming with MySQL54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: CNET-145Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is a programming course teaching the student how toaccess a relational database (MySQL) and generate web pagesusing PHP. The student does not need prior programmingexperience but general computer knowledge is recommended.(GC)

CS-146 Introduction to UNIX/Linux36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CNET-146Accepted For Credit: CSUThis lecture/lab course introduces functions and features of theUNIX/Linux operating system, including origin and evolution;hardware and software; both command-line and graphical userinterface; files and file system structure; system services;processes; background processing; scheduling; file security; thevi editor; file sharing; and redirection and piping. Students arealso introduced to shell programming and a variety ofUNIX/Linux command-line and graphical tools. (GR)

CS-147 UNIX/Linux Shell Scripting54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: CNET-147Advisory: CS-102Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces a variety of the tools and concepts usedwhile working with a UNIX/Linux-based computer system. Thecourse introduces UNIX shells, comparing and contrasting themajor ones. Students will learn to write shell scripts using basiccommands, regular expressions, vi, sed, and awk. They will thenuse those tools to write scripts for various shells such as theBourne, C, Korn, and Bash shells. Other scripting tools such asPerl and Python will also be explored. Students will write shellscript programs to exercise their understanding of tools andconcepts. This course will be taught using a combination oflectures, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on labs. (GR)



CS-149 PERL Programming54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: CNET-149Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents the fundamental knowledge and skillsneeded to solve problems using the PERL language. Thislanguage is particularly well suited to manipulating textual dataand remains a favorite among UNIX system administrators forautomating common administrative tasks and widespreadamong web masters for writing CGI applications. (GC)

CS-151 Internet for Research9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Cross-referenced Course: LS-151Advisory: ENGL-151AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on finding and evaluating information on theInternet for academic research. The course introduces studentsto the principles of Internet search strategies, citation styles, andhow to avoid plagiarism. (CR)

CS-152 Data Communications36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: CNET-152Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides students with an overview of the conceptsand fundamentals of data communication and computernetworks. Topics to be covered include: data communicationconcepts and techniques in a layered network architecture,communications switching and routing, types of communication,network congestion, network topologies, network configurationand management, network model components, layered networkmodels (OSI reference model, TCP/IP networking architecture)and their protocols, various types of networks (LAN, MAN, WAN,and Wireless networks) and their protocols. (GC)

CS-157 TCP/IP and Internetworking54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CNET-157Prerequisite: CS-152 or CNET-152Advisory: CS-101 or CNET-101Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an introduction and overview of TCP/IPtechnology. Topics include TCP/IP concepts, protocolarchitecture, and installation techniques. The course preparesthe student to pass the certification exam, InternetworkingMicrosoft TCP/IP, to become an MCP/MCSE. (GR)

CS-162 XHTML36.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CS-101, CNET-101, or CS-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will use XHTML to create multimedia web pages usinghypertext links, tables, frames, forms, cascading style sheets(CSS), JavaScript, and JavaScript objects and events. Other topicsinclude Dynamic Hypertext Markup Language (DHTML)techniques and working with eXtensible Markup Language(XML) and eXtensible Stylesheet Language (XSL). (GC)

CS-170 Java Programming54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CS-102 and CS-125Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis intermediate-level programming course is intended forthose students who already have completed an introductoryprogramming course. It presents a comprehensive study of theobject-oriented programming in Java. Fundamentals ofencapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, abstraction, methodoverloading and overriding, exception handling, GUIcomponents, event handling, multimedia programming, andinput/output streams are introduced. (GC)

CS-172 Servlets and JSP54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CS-170Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is an Internet programming and application course usingJava technology, including Servlet, JSP, Session tracking,JavaBeans, and JDBC. (GC)

CS-173 Java EE Programming54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CS-170Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to Java EE and EJB (EnterpriseJavaBeans). Students will design and develop the businessapplications and Web Services using Java EE and EJB. (GC)

CS-174 Mobile App Programming in Android54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: CS-125Advisory: CS-170Accepted For Credit: CSUThis intermediate-level programming course is intended forthose students who already have completed an introductoryprogramming course. It presents a comprehensive study ofconcept and skills in Android programming and helps studentsdevelop applications for mobile devices. Students will use asoftware emulator to develop the application and a real mobiledevice to demonstrate the application. The focus is on ComputerScience aspects to develop, debug, and test a variation of existingapplications. (GC)

CS-175 JavaScript for Web Development54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CS-101Accepted For Credit: CSUThis hands-on JavaScript programming course provides theknowledge necessary to design and develop dynamic web pagesusing HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery. The lessons familiarizethe student with the basics of JavaScript, then move on tojQuery, the most popular JavaScript library, taking webprogramming to the next level of interactivity and ease of use.(GC)

CS-178 XML54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: CS-170Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to teach students the technologies ofXML (the eXtensible Mark-up Language), XSL (eXtensible StyleLanguage), and DSSSL (Document Style Symantics andSpecification Language). (GC)

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CONSUMER FAMILY SCIENCES (CFS)


CFS-104A Current Issues in Child Nutrition36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSUThe role and requirements of nutrients for children, teens, andadults are reviewed with a special emphasis on infants andchildren. Current issues regarding nutrition and feeding ofchildren are discussed. This course is recommended for schoolfood service, child care providers, WIC personnel, and parents.Changes in legislation affecting feeding of children will beaddressed. (GC)

CFS-109 Nutrition54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course studies the concepts and applications of nutrition inhealth and disease. Essential nutrients and their functions, foodsources, requirements, digestion, absorption, and metabolismare covered. This course is recommended for pre-nursing andother health majors. (GC)

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CORRECTIONAL OFFICER (CO)




CO-220 Correctional Officer Basic120.00 hrs lecture, 40.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00This Core training course is designed to meet the State Boardof Corrections regulations for entry-level training of CorrectionalOfficers for adult institutions. This course presents the lectureand practical application skills and knowledge to work in localadult jail facilities. Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

CO-235 Supervisor’s School30.00 hrs lecture, 50.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00This course includes values and ethics, role identification,leadership styles, assertive leadership, legal/liability issues,employee performance appraisal, counseling, discipline,employee relations, administrative support, press relations,planning and organizing, communications, report review,investigations, stress, and the transition. This course will beupdated regularly for currency according to Standards andTraining for Corrections. Not applicable to associate degree.Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

CO-240 Laws of Arrest, Search, and Seizure12.00 hrs lecture, 32.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00This course covers professional orientation, laws of arrest, search,seizure, evidence, preliminary investigations, communications,and arrest techniques. This course satisfies PC 832 requirementsfor entry level but does not include firearms. The course may beoffered as a component of Correctional Officer Core course.Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

CO-245 Probation Annual Testing9.00 hrs lecture, 15.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50This course fulfills the California Corrections Standards Authorityannual training requirements for eligible staff to remain currentand upgrade knowledge and skills. Content reflects statestandards and agency education and training objectives forprobation officers, adult institutions, and juvenile institutionsstaff. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

CO-250 Child Advocates24.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course was developed to provide child advocate volunteerswith a solid understanding of the legal system as it pertains todependent children. Topics are taught by the professionals andexperts in the field. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

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Did you know???The Ohlone Renegades were originally named the

Ohlone Saints. The mascot was chosen by a group ofperspective students even before the college was named.

In May 1968 the ASOC voted to change the mascot name from Saints to Renegades.

DEAF PREPARATORY PROGRAM (DEAF)

Division: Deaf StudiesAcademic Dean: Darline Gunsauls Division Administrative Assistant: Nora ChopelasLocation: Fremont campus, Room 6203Phone number: (510) 659-6269

DEAF-120A Developing Writing and Grammar Skills I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASL fluencyThis is the first of two courses (DEAF-120A and DEAF-120B)designed for students who wish to develop their Englishgrammar and writing skills through practice and application.Students will have opportunities to apply basic grammar rules bycompleting interactive exercises, studying sentence parts, andwriting simple sentences. Taught in ASL. Not applicable toassociate degree. (GR)

DEAF-120B Developing Writing and Grammar Skills II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: DEAF-120AThis is the second of two courses (DEAF-120A and DEAF-120B)designed for students who wish to develop their Englishgrammar and writing skills through practice and application.Students will have opportunities to apply basic grammar rules bycompleting interactive exercises, studying sentence construction,and writing sentences and paragraphs of increasing complexity.Taught in ASL. Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-121A Building Writing and Grammar Skills I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00This course is the first of two courses (DEAF-121A and DEAF-121B) designed for Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing students who wish toimprove their grammar skills through practice and application atthe high-beginning ESL level. Students will learn grammar rulesthrough interactive exercises, studying sentence structure,performing error analysis, and writing sentences and paragraphs.Taught in ASL. Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-121B Building Writing and Grammar Skills II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: DEAF-121AThis course is the second of two courses (DEAF-121A and DEAF-121B) designed for Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing students who wish tofurther develop their grammar skills at the low-intermediate ESLlevel through practice and application. Students will applygrammar rules through interactive exercises, studying sentencestructure, performing error analysis, and writing sentences andparagraphs of increasing complexity. Taught in ASL. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-130A Reading and Vocabulary Development I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASL fluencyThis course is the first of two courses designed for students whowish to develop basic vocabulary and reading skills. Studentsdiscover the meanings of new vocabulary and develop basicreading skills through interactive exercises, examining thestructure of basic reading passages, and making connectionsbetween the content and their own experiences. Taught in ASL.Not applicable to associate degree. (GC)

DEAF-130B Reading and Vocabulary Development II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: DEAF-130A and ASL fluencyThis course is the second of two courses designed for studentswho wish to develop basic vocabulary and reading skills.Students develop and strengthen vocabulary and basic readingskills through interactive exercises, examining the structure ofreading passages, and making connections between the contentand their own experiences. Taught in ASL. Not applicable toassociate degree. (GC)

DEAF-131A Reading and Vocabulary Building I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00This course is the first of two courses designed for Deaf andHard-of-Hearing students who wish to strengthen vocabulary,reading, writing, and critical thinking skills through practicalapplication of these skills in realistic situations. Taught in ASL. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-131B Reading and Vocabulary Building II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00This course is the second of two courses designed for Deaf andHard-of-Hearing students who wish to strengthen vocabulary,reading, writing, and critical thinking skills through practicalapplication of these skills in realistic situations. Taught in ASL. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-157A Fundamentals of English Composition I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASL fluencyThis course is the first of two intermediate ESL courses withemphasis on fundamental English composition skills. Afterstudying a variety of model paragraphs, students are guidedthrough the process of planning, composing, and revising theirown writings. Taught in ASL. Not applicable to associate degree.(GR)

DEAF-157B Fundamentals of English Composition II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASL fluencyThis course is the second of two intermediate ESL courses withemphasis on fundamental English composition skills. Afterstudying a variety of model writings, students are guided throughthe process of planning, composing, and revising their ownparagraphs and essays. Taught in ASL. Not applicable toassociate degree. (GR)

DEAF-159A Fundamentals of College Reading I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ASL fluencyDEAF-159A is the first of two courses with an emphasis onfundamental reading and study techniques. Students learn toanalyze a variety of printed materials including paragraphs,textbook passages, and news articles. The course is designed tointroduce students to the reading process and academic studyskills. Taught in ASL. Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)



DEAF-159B Fundamentals of College Reading II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASL fluencyDEAF-159A is the second of two courses with an emphasis onfundamental reading and study techniques. Students learn toanalyze a variety of printed materials including paragraphs,textbook passages, and news articles. The course is designed toguide students through the reading process and thedevelopment of academic study skills. Taught in ASL. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-160A Personal and Social Awareness I36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Advisory: ASL fluencyThis course is designed to provide Deaf and Hard-of-Hearingstudents with opportunities to explore personal, social,academic, and career aspirations. Taught in ASL. Not applicableto associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-160B Personal and Social Awareness II36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: DEAF-160AThis course is a continuation of DEAF-160A and is designed tohelp Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students explore issues relevantto college life. Taught in ASL. Not applicable to associate degree.(GR)

DEAF-161 Introduction to the Deaf Community54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASL fluencyThis is a basic course on the culture of American Deaf people.Cultural norms of Deaf people are examined, current issueswithin the Deaf community are discussed, and communityresources are presented. Taught in ASL. Not applicable toassociate degree. (GR)

DEAF-167 Introduction to Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: ASL fluency, basic computer skills, DEAF-157A, andDEAF-159AIntroductory use of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, andAdobe InDesign. Taught in ASL. Not applicable to associatedegree. (GR)

DEAF-168 Introduction to Digital Video Production54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: ASL fluency, basic computer skills, DEAF-157A, DEAF-159AThis course is an introduction to digital video media production.The course will combine demonstrations, hands-on technicalworkshops, discussion, and critiques. Topics include pre-production, production, and post-production in the movie-making process. Taught in ASL. Not applicable to associatedegree. (GR)

DEAF-175A IUPP Grammar I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASL fluencyThis course is the first of a two-semester English grammar seriesdesigned for students who have an intermediate to advancedESL knowledge of English sentence structure but who wish tostrengthen their grammar and other language skills. Taught inASL. Not applicable to associate degree. (GC)

DEAF-175B IUPP Grammar II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASL fluencyThis course is the second of a two-semester English grammarseries designed for students who have an intermediate toadvanced ESL knowledge of English sentence structure but whowish to further strengthen and refine their grammar and otherlanguage skills. Taught in ASL. Not applicable to associatedegree. (GC)

DEAF-188A Intensive University Preparation: Academic Writing I72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Advisory: ASL fluencyThis course is the first course in a two-semester program inwriting with an emphasis on composition, critical reading skills,and the development of natural English expression. This coursereviews the fundamentals of paragraph development andfocuses on reading critically and writing well-developed and well-organized paragraphs and essays. The course is designed toprepare students with strong academic potential for college-levelEnglish composition and academic course work. Taught in ASL.Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-188B Intensive University Preparation: Academic Writing II72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Advisory: ASL fluencyThis course is the second course in a two-semester program inwriting with an emphasis on composition, critical reading skills,and the development of natural English expression. This coursereviews the fundamentals of essay development and focuses onreading critically and writing well-developed and well-organizedparagraphs and essays. The course is designed to preparestudents who are fluent in ASL for college-level Englishcomposition and academic course work. Taught in ASL. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-189A Intensive University Preparation: Academic Reading I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASL fluencyDEAF-189A is the first course of a two-semester academicreading program. This course provides an introduction toreading and study techniques. Students learn to analyze,annotate, and summarize a variety of printed materials includingessays, news articles, and textbook chapters. The course isdesigned to prepare students for college-level course work.Taught in ASL. Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-189B Intensive University Preparation: Academic Reading II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ASL fluencyDEAF-189B is the second course of a two-semester readingprogram. This course focuses on strengthening reading andresearch skills. Students analyze, annotate, and summarizereadings of increasing length and complexity. The course isdesigned to prepare students for college-level course work.Taught in ASL. Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)



DEAF-191 Human Potential Seminar36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00This course is specifically designed to help support the personalgrowth needs of Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students finding theirplace as Deaf adults in a predominately hearing society.Emphasis will be on issues encountered in everyday life. Groupand individual activities will encourage self-exploration,awareness, values clarification, conscious choice, decisionmaking, and interpersonal communication. Taught in ASL. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GR)

DEAF-311 Introduction to American Deaf Culture54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; ASL fluencyAccepted For Credit: CSU; GallaudetThis course introduces American Deaf culture with historicaland cultural overview of the American Deaf community and itslanguage, American Sign Language (ASL). Fundamentalsociological and anthropological theories will be discussed.Students will be given an opportunity to study and understandminority group dynamics, attitudes, and behavior characteristicsof the oppressed and oppressor people, and the liberationmovements. Analysis of the relationship of ASL to the history ofAmerican Deaf community will be conducted. Taught in ASL.(GC)

DEAF-312 Linguistics of ASL54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; ASL fluencyAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to the language of American Deafpeople. Phonology, morphology, grammar, and semantics ofAmerican Sign Language are covered. Taught in ASL. (GR)

DEAF-330 Deaf Education54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ASL-140Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; ASL fluencyAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course has been designed to provide the student with ageneral orientation to Deaf education. The course provides anoverview of the historical, philosophical, and social aspects ofDeaf education. In addition, an orientation to problems, issues,research, legislation, and current trends in the field of educationof the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students is provided. (GR)

DEAF-331 Counseling the Deaf54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; ASL fluencyAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to provide students with skills that areneeded to work with Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students in aschool setting. Taught in ASL. (GR)

DEAF-332 Child Development and the Deaf Experience54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; ASL fluencyAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides students with an overview of childdevelopment theories as they relate to the Deaf experience.Taught in ASL. (GR)

DEAF-343 Field Work in Deaf Education162.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: DEAF-311, DEAF-330, DEAF-331, and DEAF-332Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to provide Deaf Education students withhands-on experience in a Deaf school setting. A weekly seminaris included for group discussion of practicum experience. Taughtin ASL. (GR)

DEAF-365 Supervised Tutoring180.00 hrs labUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: Instructor or counselor referralThis course provides students with individualized tutoring. Itassists students to develop a learning methodology in a subject.It includes diagnosis and consultation with tutorial coordinatorand supervised tutoring by part-time instructional aides and/orstudent tutors. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable =5 times (NG)

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EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES (ECS)


ECS-300 Principles and Practices of Teaching Young Children54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUAn examination of the underlying theoretical principles ofdevelopmentally appropriate practices applied to programs andenvironments, emphasizing the key role of relationships,constructive adult-child interactions, and teaching strategies insupporting physical, social, creative, and intellectualdevelopment for all children. This course includes a review of thehistorical roots of early childhood programs and the evolution ofthe professional practices promoting advocacy, ethics, andprofessional identity. (GR) C-ID ECE 120

ECS-301 Childhood Growth and Development54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A; ECS-300 and ECS-304Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines the major physical, psychosocial, andcognitive/language developmental milestones for children, bothtypical and atypical, from conception through adolescence.There will be an emphasis on interactions between maturationalprocesses and environmental factors. While studyingdevelopmental theory and investigative research methodologies,students will observe children, evaluate individual differences,analyze characteristics of development at various stages, andreview topics such as contemporary social issues, and the roleand influence of society and culture should be included. (GR) C-ID CDEV 100



ECS-302 Introduction to Curriculum72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A; ECS-300 and ECS-301Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course presents an overview of knowledge and skills relatedto providing appropriate curriculum and environments for youngchildren from birth to age six. Students will examine a teacher’srole in supporting development and engagement for all youngchildren using observation and assessment strategiesemphasizing the essential role of play. An overview of contentareas will include but not limited to language and literacy, socialand emotional learning, sensory learning, play, art and creativity,math, and science. (GR) C-ID ECE 130

ECS-303 Child, Family, and Community54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A; ECS-300 or ECS-301Accepted For Credit: CSUAn examination of the developing child in a societal contextfocusing on the interrelationship of family, school, community,and emphasizing historical and socio-cultural factors. Theprocesses of socialization and identity development will behighlighted, showing the importance of respectful, reciprocalrelationships that support and empower families. (GR) C-IDCDEV 110

ECS-304 Observation and Assessment54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A; ECS-300 and ECS-301Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on the appropriate use of assessment andobservation strategies to document development, growth, play,and learning to join with families and professionals in promotingchildren’s success. Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios,and multiple assessment tools are explored. (GR) C-ID ECE 200

ECS-305 Health Safety and Nutrition54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A; ECS-300Accepted For Credit: CSUIntroduction to the laws, regulations, standards, policies,procedures, and early childhood curriculum related to childhealth safety and nutrition. The key components that ensurephysical health, mental health, and safety for both children andstaff will be identified along with the importance of collaborationwith families and health professionals. Focus on integrating theconcepts into everyday planning and program development forall children. (GR) C-ID ECE 220

ECS-306 Guidance and Discipline of Young Children54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThe principle of positive guidance and discipline based oncontemporary research and child development will be discussedin this course. Application of the principles of effectivecommunication, understanding child development andbehavior, appropriate limits and rules, and structuring problemsolving and consequences will be discussed. This course isappropriate for teachers and parents. (GC)

ECS-307A4 Practicum — Field Experience36.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: ECS-300, ECS-301, ECS-302, and ECS-303Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUA demonstration of developmentally appropriate earlychildhood teaching competencies under guided supervision.Students will utilize practical classroom experiences to makeconnections between theory and practice; develop professionalbehaviors; and build a comprehensive understanding of childrenand families. Child centered, play-oriented approaches toteaching, learning, and assessment and knowledge of curriculumcontent areas will be emphasized as student teachers design,implement, and evaluate experiences that promote positivedevelopment and learning for all young children. (GR) C-ID ECE210

ECS-307B4 Intermediate Practicum — Field Work36.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: ECS-307A4Advisory: ECS-300 and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course continues direct experience working with andobserving young children. Students will plan, implement, andevaluate program components and activities for young children.Students must complete this course in the Ohlone Child CareLab. Students will perform the competencies of a teacher. (GR)

ECS-307C4 Practicum — Field Experience36.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: ECS-307A4 and ECS-307B4Advisory: ENGL-101A and ECS-300Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers direct experience working with and observingyoung children. Students will be trained in the planning,implementing, and evaluating of program components andactivities for young children. Students must complete this coursein the Ohlone Child Care Lab. Students will perform thecompetencies of a Head Teacher/Site Director. (GR)

ECS-308 Administration I: Programs in Early Childhood Education54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ECS-300, ECS-301, ECS-302, and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to the administration of earlychildhood programs. The course covers program types, budget,management, regulations, laws, and the development andimplementation of policies and procedures. The course alsoexamines administrative tools, philosophies, and techniquesneeded to organize, open, and operate an early care andeducation program. (GR)

ECS-309 Teaching in a Diverse Society54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUExamination of the development of social identities in diversesocieties including theoretical and practical implications ofoppression and privilege as they apply to young children,families, programs, classrooms, and teaching. Various classroomstrategies will be explored emphasizing culturally andlinguistically appropriate anti-bias approaches supporting allchildren in becoming competent members of a diverse society.Course includes self-examination and reflection on issues relatedto social identity, stereotypes and bias, social and educationalaccess, media, and schooling. (GR) C-ID ECE 230



ECS-310 Music and Movement Curriculum for Young Children54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ECS-300, ECS-301, ECS-302, and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides a survey of music, materials, andmovement activities for young children (2-10 years). Studentslearn effective techniques for using songs, rhythm, instruments,creative dance, and games. The use of a variety of musical mediaand props will be demonstrated. (GR)

ECS-311 Art for the Young Child54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A; ECS-300, ECS-301, and ECS-302Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course includes practice in using age-appropriate methodswith commonly available creative art media for children ofvarious developmental stages, infancy through eight years old.Students learn to make, collect, and use various materials todevelop an understanding of how art expression and skillschange as children mature. Evaluation and appreciation of artactivities as opportunities for self-expression and sensorystimulation will be explored. (GR)

ECS-312 The Development of Literacy in Early Childhood Education54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course examines how children gain oral language andlistening skills leading to the development of writing and reading.The course will include curriculum development for an emergentliteracy environment. (GR)

ECS-313 Science and Math Curriculum for Young Children54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101A and ECS-301Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides guidelines for preparing math and sciencecurriculum for the young child. Math and scienceinterrelationships will be explored, as well as gender differences,current research, and the use of hands-on approach. (GR)

ECS-314 Literature for the Young Child54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101A and ECS-312Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an in-depth experience with literature forchildren ages 0-8. The course introduces students to thedevelopment of reading in young children, including theirinterests, diversity, and reading skill levels. Content to be coveredincludes the historical development of children’s literature; andeffective techniques used to introduce literature, books, poetry,other reading media, storytelling, and reading to children.Students will learn how to extend literature into other curriculumareas. (GR)

ECS-316 Curriculum and Strategies for Children with Special Needs54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers curriculum and intervention strategies forworking with children with special needs in partnership with theirfamilies. The course focuses on the use of observation andassessment in meeting the individualized needs of children ininclusive and natural environments. Includes the role of theteacher as a professional working with families, collaborationwith interdisciplinary teams, and cultural competence. (GR)

ECS-317 Infant and Toddler Development54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ECS-301 and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUA study of infants and toddlers from pre-conception to age threeincluding physical, cognitive, language, social, emotional growth,and development. Applies theoretical frameworks to interpretbehavior and interactions between heredity and environment.Emphasizes the role of family and relationships in development.(GR)

ECS-320 Introduction to Family Child Care Homes18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00This course will cover the operation of child care in a homesetting. Topics will include home setup, business practices andpolicies, program planning, parent relations, and communications.California licensing regulations will be covered. Not applicable toassociate degree. (CR)

ECS-321 Administration II: Personnel and Leadership in Early Childhood Education54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ECS-300 and ECS-301Advisory: ECS-302 and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers effective strategies for personnel managementand leadership in early care and education settings. Included inthe course are legal and ethical responsibilities, supervisiontechniques, professional development, and reflective practices fora diverse and inclusive early care and education program. (GR)

ECS-322 Adult Supervision and Mentoring in Early Care and Education Childhood Programs36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Advisory: ECS-308 and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUMethods and principles of supervising student teachers,volunteers, staff, and other adults in early care and educationsettings are covered in this course. Emphasis is on the roles anddevelopment of early childhood professionals as mentors andleaders. (GR)

ECS-323 Care and Education for Infants and Toddlers54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ECS-301, ECS-317, and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course applies current theory and research to the care andeducation of infants and toddlers in group settings. Thecoursework examines essential policies, principles, and practicesthat lead to quality care and developmentally appropriatecurriculum for children birth to 36 months. (GR)



ECS-324 Parenting54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis introductory course is an exploration of the role andrelationships involved in parenting. The course explores thehistorical context and changes in perceptions and responsibilitiesassigned to parents in American society. Topics include history ofparenting; parenting styles; beliefs and values; skills andmethods; relationships; and basic child development. (GR)

ECS-325A Workshop Series for Parents and Teachers9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course is a workshop for parents and teachers coveringspecific topics in the field of Early Childhood Studies. The themeand content varies and is determined by the Early ChildhoodStudies instructors. Not applicable to associate degree. (CR)

ECS-327 School Age Child Development54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ECS-301, ECS-302, and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is the study of the developing child during theschool-age years. The course focuses on the developmentalcharacteristics; influences on development; individualdifferences; physical, social-emotional, cognitive, and creativedevelopment. The course examines the role of the teacher inprograms designed for the school-age child. (GR)

ECS-328 Curriculum for the School Age Child54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A; ECS-301 and ECS-302Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course studies the fundamentals of planning, implementing,and evaluating curriculum for programs serving school-agechildren and their families. The emphasis is on developing andproviding age appropriate activities, environment, andrelationships in the context of an integrated and activecurriculum. (GR)

ECS-330 Second Helping for Family Childcare Providers36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: ECS-320 and 18 months experience in a licensedprogramThis is the second course for Family Child Care Providers. Thecourse covers the role of the provider; the task of managing;relationships between care givers and parents; and providingenvironments for children. (GC)

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EDUC-101 Exploring Education54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will introduce students to the field of teaching. Thecourse will include reports and discussions related to directobservations of pre-school, elementary, secondary, highereducation, and non-school educational settings. Changing issuesin education and their implications for future teaching practicesand theories will be examined. (GR)

EDUC-105 Math and Science Future Teacher Seminar54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: MATH-151 and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to provide students pursuing a career insecondary school math or science teaching with theory andhands-on experience working with children in math and scienceskills at a local elementary or secondary school. This courseincludes work with mathematics and science material,assessment, methodology, and the school environment. Thecourse includes 50 hours of on-site field experience, as a servicelearning component, in a local elementary or secondary school.(GC)

EDUC-191A Tutor Training I9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course covers effective methods for tutoring. The do’s anddon’ts of tutoring, communication skills, and handlingchallenging situations are a few of the topics covered. Studentsenrolling in this course must be concurrently employed as a tutorat Ohlone College. CRLA has approved this course forcertification, and students who receive CRLA certification arequalified to tutor at any of the over 500 universities in the U.S.and Canada that have CRLA programs. (GR)

EDUC-191AL Tutor Training I Lab Consultant27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Students will apply skills related to the concepts learned in theEDUC-191A theory course. Students are employed or volunteerto work in tutoring labs throughout Ohlone. Student tutors in thisclass will use techniques such as do’s and don’ts of tutoring,communication skills, and handling challenging situations whentutoring other students in the lab. Contributes to eligibility forCollege Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) tutorcertification, accepted at more than 500 universities. (CR)

EDUC-191B Tutor Training II9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50This course continues on from EDUC-191A with additionaleffective methods of tutoring. Learning styles, changing studybehaviors, brain dominance theories, and being inventive areamong the topics covered. Students enrolling in this course mustbe concurrently employed or volunteer as a tutor at OhloneCollege. Can lead to CRLA (College Reading and LearningAssociation) tutor certification. (GR)



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EDUC-191BL Tutor Training II Lab Consultant27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Students will apply skills related to the concepts learned in theEDUC-191B theory course. Student tutors in this class will usetechniques such as learning styles, changing study behaviors,and brain dominance theories when tutoring other students inthe lab. Contributes to eligibility for College Reading andLearning Association (CRLA) tutor certification, accepted at morethan 500 universities. (CR)

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ENGI-101 Introduction to Engineering36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course explores the field of engineering and its differentbranches. The course provides hands-on design projectsincluding experimentation, team work, ethics, and theapplication of basic scientific principles to practical situations.(GC)

ENGI-111 Programming and Problem-Solving in MATLAB36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-101AAdvisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course utilizes the MATLAB environment to providestudents with a working knowledge of computer-based,problem-solving methods relevant to science and engineering.The course introduces the fundamentals of procedural andobject-oriented programming, numerical analysis, and datastructures. Examples and assignments in the course are drawnfrom practical applications in engineering, physics, andmathematics. (Formerly MATH-111) (GR)

ENGI-114 How Technology Works54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: CNET-114Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is intended for students of all disciplines who areinterested in how everyday things work. This course is anintroduction to some of the fundamental science conceptsunderpinning high technology, emphasizing everyday devicesand practical experience, for the development of scientific andcomputer literacy. Students will experiment with technology todiscover principles of science. Concepts such as force, work,energy, power, liquids and gasses, heat transfer, electricity,magnetism, electronics, and light are explored throughexperimentation and observation. Students will experiencethrough class demonstrations and hands-on laboratories theconcepts presented by the instructor. Phenomena such as howcomputers convert data, iPods transmit sound, air conditionerscool a room, solar heating panels capture heat, and howmicrowaves cook food are discussed. A laboratory session isincluded which offers students a chance to do experiments. Afield trip to local tech industry displays is required. (GC)

ENGI-115 Engineering Graphics and Design54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: MATH-151Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the principles of graphic expression by meansof technical sketching and computer aided drafting usingAutoCAD. (GR)

ENGI-120 Engineering Mechanics — Statics54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-101B and PHYS-140Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of force systems and equilibrium in two-and three-dimensional structures, distributed forces, friction, andvirtual work. (GR)

ENGI-130 Electric Circuit Analysis54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: MATH-101B and PHYS-141Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of DC and AC linear circuits and transientand steady state analysis. Experimental techniques,instrumentation, and circuit simulation will be covered in the lab.(GR)



ENGI-135 Introduction to Robotics and Automated Systems54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents who take this course will understand how scientificinnovation can affect their lives either directly or indirectly. Thecourse will teach students the principles of scientificmethodology as they are applied to solving problems. Theapplication of this scientific method will be used to navigate anabundance of technical information—to obtain the information,to understand the information, and to determine how to applyit. This course describes the functional hardware and softwarecomponents of Automated Systems. Students will experiencehow scientific principles are applied by building andprogramming robots. The emphasis is for students to learnscience by actually doing science. (GC)

ENGI-140 Materials Engineering54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: CHEM-101A and PHYS-140Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers atomic and crystal structures; imperfections;diffusion and relation between microstructure and the propertiesof engineering materials such as metals, polymers, ceramics, andcomposites; phase equilibrium and transformations; mechanical,electrical, thermal, magnetic, and optical properties; corrosionand material degradation. (GR)

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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (ETEC)


ETEC-106 Electronics for Technology36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: Knowledge of basic algebra and trigonometryrelationshipsAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to electricity and electronicdevices. Students will learn the basic theory of electricity andapply that knowledge to build, test, and troubleshoot electricalcircuits. In the lab students will learn to operate the test andmeasurement instrumentation necessary to support constructionof electrical circuits. (GR)

ETEC-107 Properties of Materials18.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.50Advisory: MATH-151Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course surveys materials, properties, and applications fortechnicians. Topics will include a brief introduction to theproperties of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. (GC)

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ENGLISH (ENGL)


ENGL-101A Reading and Written Composition54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; or ENGL-151RW; orappropriate skill level demonstrated through the placement testprocessAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course focuses on reading and writing of expository andargumentative works and introduction to research skills anddocumentation to develop students’ ability to think critically andadvocate ideas forcefully and accurately. Students will increasepractical fluency by developing sentence, paragraph, thesis, andessay writing skills. (GR) C-ID ENGL 100

ENGL-101B Reading and Composition (Introduction to Literature)72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will read and evaluate literature in a critical, logical way.The emphasis will be upon critical analysis of literary works(novels, short story, poetry, and drama) and upon the students’development of an appreciation of literature. (GR) C-ID ENGL 120

ENGL-101C Critical Thinking and Composition54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will learn critical thinking skills and use them to readand evaluate essays in a precise, logical way. The emphasis willbe upon critical analysis and upon the students’ development ofeffective, written arguments. (GR) C-ID ENGL 105

ENGL-104 The Short Story54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents read and discuss a wide variety of short stories. Theshort story is seen as a reflection of historical and contemporaryconcerns, as a happy entertainment alternative to television, andas a traditional and experimental literary form. (GC)

ENGL-106 Reading Banned Books54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: JOUR-106Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides a study of literature that has been bannedor censored. (GR)



ENGL-107 Literature and Film54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UC“Lights, camera, action!” Hundreds of works of literature havebeen made into films, with varying degrees of success. If you’veever been disappointed (or thrilled) by the film version of a bookyou’ve read, you know that film adaptations range from “twothumbs way up” to “had me gagging on my popcorn.” Thiscourse will examine the relationships between literature andfilm, comparing and contrasting the two media. (GC)

ENGL-109 The Graphic Novel54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents graphic novels and related literature genresby and about characters from various ethnic, cultural, socio-economic, historical, and geo-political backgrounds. Thesegraphic novels will be analyzed with a focus on language, art,design, ideology, substance, and content in order to explore thegenre of the graphic novel as an art form and literature form aswell as to recognize the undercurrent of themes running throughthis form of literature. Studying the artists’ works and examiningthe historical, social, psychological, and cultural forces shapingthe literary and artistic form of the graphic novel will allowstudents to become aware of this genre of literature as a uniquecontribution to the study of literature and art. (GC)

ENGL-111A Beginning Creative Writing54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes experimentation with creative principlessuch as fiction, non-fiction, drama, poetry, and a critical analysisof the student’s work. (GC) C-ID ENGL 200

ENGL-111B Intermediate Creative Writing54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ENGL-111AAdvisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides students the opportunity to experimentwith creative principles such as fiction, non-fiction, drama, andpoetry, and provides a critical analysis of the student’s work.(GC)

ENGL-112 Modern Fiction54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThe themes of love and sexuality, family conflict, coming of age,and the individual in society are explored in the fiction ofmodern and contemporary writers. (GR)

ENGL-113 Poetry54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines traditional and contemporary poetry andpoets in a critical and logical way which will lead to a greaterunderstanding and appreciation of poetry. (GC)

ENGL-114 World Mythology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of significant myths and legends withemphasis on Greek/Roman, Nordic (Norse), and another Indo-European mythological system. Students also study othermythological systems of various cultures through independentresearch. Focus is on literature. (GC)

ENGL-115 Women in Literature54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: WS-115Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will read, discuss, and write about short stories, novels,poetry, drama, and essays of British and American womenwriters past and present. (GR)

ENGL-117 Science Fiction and Fantasy54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCA sampling of science fiction and fantasy from traditional spacevoyages, sword and sorcery to more sophisticated, modernforms are studied in this course. (GC)

ENGL-118 Introduction to Shakespeare54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the students to the Elizabethan era, todrama as a literary form, and to the plays and poems of WilliamShakespeare. (GC)

ENGL-119 The Gothic Novel54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines selected gothic novels in English andAmerican literature in order to analyze and discuss theirimportance in the development of fiction. Course focus is on thegothic impulse in nineteenth century literature. Classics likeFrankenstein, Dracula, Jane Eyre, and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde willbe studied in connection with the preoccupations of theRomantic and Victorian eras. Vintage films will be shown. (GC)

ENGL-120A Survey of American Literature: Beginning to 186554.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; or ENGL-151RWAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course focuses on the literary productions of America fromits beginning to 1865. Students will read and discuss Americanoral traditions, short stories, poetry, drama, and novels and willbecome familiar with great American writers. (GC) C-ID ENGL130

ENGL-120B Survey of American Literature: 1865 to Present54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; or ENGL-151RWAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course focuses on American literature from 1865 to thepresent: Transcendentalism, Modernism, and Postmodernism.Students will read and discuss classic American short stories,poetry, drama, and novels and will become familiar with greatAmerican writers. (GR) C-ID ENGL 135



ENGL-121 The Mystery: Unlocking Its Secrets54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThe course explores the mystery genre by introducing studentsto various works of past and contemporary British and Americanauthors and by introducing students to the various sub-genressuch as cozies, amateurs, police procedurals, forensics, andprivate investigators. (GC)

ENGL-122 Environmental Literature54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a survey of environmental writing reflecting thechanging relationship between humans and their environmentthrough time. Readings will cover a range of eras andphilosophies, including Native American creation tales, narrativesfrom the Age of Conquest, poetry and fiction from the RomanticEra, early environmental essays from the 19th and 20thcenturies, and current environmental writing. Students will reada variety of literary and non-fiction texts from Thoreau, Muir,Leopold, Stegner, Carson, Abbey, Pollan, and others. (GC)

ENGL-123 Contemporary World Literature54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUContemporary World Literature explores short stories andexcerpts from world-renowned authors focusing on two themes:the Self and the Fantastic; and the Self and the World. Thiscourse will delve into the way different cultures and writers seetheir internal and external worlds in relation to their sense of self.(GC)

ENGL-125A English Literature: From the Middle Ages to the Restoration/18th Century54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; or ENGL-151RWAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThe course encompasses several revolutions in style andsensibility that have shaped English literature from Beowulfthrough the Middle Ages, the 16th century, the 17th century, andthe Restoration/Early 18th century. (GR) C-ID ENGL 160

ENGL-125B English Literature: From Romanticism to Modernism54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; or ENGL-151RWAdvisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course encompasses several revolutions in style andsensibility that have shaped English literature from the Romanticnature poets like Wordsworth, Keats, and Shelley to Modernistwriters like James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, and T.S. Eliot. (GR) C-IDENGL 165

ENGL-127 Autobiography: Writing Journals and Memoirs54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is an autobiography course for those who wish to writeabout their personal and family experiences in journals andmemoirs. The course encourages students to remember,consider, and write about their own and their family’s past andpresent, to learn basic research techniques, to organize theirmaterial, and to write effectively. Students will also discussextracts from published autobiographical works. (GC)

ENGL-129 Psychology and Literature54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course focuses on a variety of major psychological issues asthey emerge from the close study of character, conflict, andmotivation in literature. Common themes will includeattachment and identity, childhood, family conflict, sexuality andromantic love, stages of adulthood, and awareness of death.Major psychological theorists such as Freud, Piaget, and Eriksonwill be presented and their theories applied to the texts beinganalyzed and discussed. (GC)

ENGL-130 American Stories: Multicultural Autobiography and Memoir54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course explores the lives of multicultural Americans, such asNative Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, andLatinos, as told through autobiography or memoir. (GC)

ENGL-131 Hip Hop/Slam Poetry54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is a creative writing course in which students write andperform hip hop and slam poetry that expresses their thoughtsabout the world. (GC)

ENGL-141 Advanced Novel and Short Story Writing54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is to complete the ENGL-111A and ENGL-111B seriesfor creative writing. Students will focus on finishing their novels,memoirs, and/or updating their short stories, so that they maybe published. (GC)

ENGL-151A Fundamentals of Composition54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: ESL-184RW or appropriate skill leveldemonstrated through the placement test processAdvisory: Concurrent enrollment in ENGL-162This course focuses on fundamentals of English grammar,punctuation, and acceptable usage as applied to writing clearsentences, paragraphs, and informal essays. Not applicable toassociate degree. (GR)



ENGL-151B Fundamentals of Composition54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: ENGL-151A, ESL-184RW, or appropriate skill leveldemonstrated through the placement test processAdvisory: Concurrent enrollment in ENGL-163This course reviews fundamentals of English grammar,punctuation, and sentence structure and focuses on readingcritically and writing well-developed and well-organizedparagraphs and essays (descriptive, expository, andargumentative). Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

ENGL-151RW Introduction to College Reading and Writing90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ENGL-151A and ENGL-162; or ESL-184RW; orequivalent skill level as demonstrated through the placementtest processThis intensive reading and writing course is designed forstudents to be successful in college-level courses. The coursefocuses on reading analytically, thinking critically, and writingacademic essays. Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

ENGL-156 Introduction to Report and Technical Writing54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-151B, BA-116, or equivalent writing experienceAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on the basics of technical writing and covershow to write effective workplace documents such as memos,procedures, and reports, as well as formal proposals. (GC)

ENGL-162 Developmental Reading54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: ESL-184RW or Accuplacer assessment. Concurrentenrollment in ENGL-151A encouraged to enhance combinedreading and writing skills.English 162 is an introduction to college reading and studytechniques. Students learn to analyze, annotate, and respond toa variety of college readings, including essays, textbook chapters,news articles, and stories. Emphasis is on analytical reading:recognizing main ideas, discerning underlying patterns ofthought, making inferences, and drawing conclusions. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GR)

ENGL-163 Techniques of College Reading54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: ENGL-162, ESL-184RW, or equivalent skill level asdemonstrated through the placement test processAdvisory: Concurrent enrollment in ENGL-151BENGL-163 is the most advanced in the series of reading andstudy skills courses. In this course, students will develop collegelevel skills in vocabulary, comprehension, critical reading andthinking, study strategies, and written response to reading. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GR)

ENGL-172 Vocabulary Improvement54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00This course is designed for students of all levels of achievementwho wish to improve their vocabulary through an individualizedprogram. Materials are assigned after pretesting. Not applicableto associate degree. (GC)

ENGL-173 Improvement of Learning Techniques54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00ENGL-173 is for students who wish to improve learning skillsthrough individualized practice of effective reading, studying,and listening. Students will be required to work 54 hours orcomplete three assigned programs in the lab at theirconvenience. Materials are assigned after pretesting. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GC)

ENGL-174 Spelling Improvement54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00ENGL-174 is for students who wish to improve spelling skillsthrough individualized practice. Students will be required to work54 hours or complete three assigned programs in the lab at theirconvenience. Materials are assigned after pretesting. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GC)

ENGL-175 Reading and Comprehension Improvement54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00ENGL-175 is for students who wish to improve readingcomprehension through individualized work on specificweaknesses. Students will be required to work 54 hours orcomplete three assigned programs in the lab at theirconvenience. Materials are assigned after pretesting. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GC)

ENGL-176 Rapid Reading54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Ninth grade reading comprehension levelThis course is for students who have at least a ninth grade levelof comprehension and who wish to increase reading rate whilemaintaining or improving the level of comprehension. Studentswill be required to complete three programs equivalent to 54hours at their convenience. Materials are assigned afterpretesting. Not applicable to associate degree. (GC)

ENGL-365 Supervised Tutoring90.00 hrs labUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: Instructor or counselor referralThis course provides students with individualized tutoring. Itassists students to develop a learning methodology in a subject.It includes diagnosis and consultation with tutorial coordinatorand supervised tutoring by part-time instructional aides and/orstudent tutors. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable =3 times (NG)

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Did you know???Ohlone has the highest rate of success among its 25 statewide peers of community colleges for

students who started a basic skills English course and then were successful in transfer level English.

Source: California Community Colleges Student Success Scorecard

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)


ESL-122 News and Current Events for ESL Students36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: ESL-181RW, or placement into ESL-182RW orhigherRead and discuss news stories and current events. Simplified andstandard newspapers will be used. Some writing will be required.Not applicable to associate degree. (GC)

ESL-150 English Pronunciation I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Practice in basic pronunciation including the InternationalPhonetic Alphabet (IPA); the recognition and production of thecorresponding IPA sounds; stress in words; basic rhythm andintonation patterns; and the development of fluency in basiccommunicative contexts. Not applicable to associate degree.(GC)

ESL-151 English Pronunciation II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ESL-150Practice in intermediate pronunciation skills including a review ofthe International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA); the recognition andproduction of the corresponding IPA sounds; stress in sentences;rhythm; intonation patterns; and the development of fluency ina greater variety of communicative contexts. Not applicable toassociate degree. (GC)

ESL-181LS Listening and Speaking, Level I90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the ESL Placement TestThis course is designed to develop communication skills inAmerican English. The course is open to students whose nativelanguage is not English. There is practice in the skills of listeningand speaking with an emphasis on fluency and vocabularydevelopment. Not applicable to associate degree. (GC)

ESL-181RW Reading and Writing, Level I90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Advisory: Appropriate score on the ESL Placement TestThis course is designed to develop basic reading, writing, andgrammar skills in American English. The course is part of the firstlevel of the ESL sequence, and it is open to students whosenative language is not English. Not applicable to associatedegree. (GC)

ESL-182LS Listening and Speaking, Level II90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ESL-181LS and/or appropriate score on the ESLPlacement TestThis course is designed to develop skills in American English. Thecourse is open to students whose native language is not English.There is practice in the skills of listening and speaking with anemphasis on fluency, vocabulary development, verb tenses, andbasic sentence structure. Not applicable to associate degree.(GC)

ESL-182RW Reading and Writing, Level II90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ESL-181RW and/or appropriate score on the ESLPlacement TestThis course is designed to develop reading, writing, andgrammar skills in American English. The course is part of thesecond level of the ESL sequence, and it is open to studentswhose native language is not English. Not applicable to associatedegree. (GC)

ESL-183LS Listening and Speaking, Level III90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ESL-182LS and/or appropriate score on the ESLPlacement TestThis course is designed to develop aural/oral skills in AmericanEnglish for students whose native language is not English. Thereis practice in the skills of listening and speaking with an emphasison fluency, comprehension, vocabulary development, verbtenses, beginning notetaking, and intermediate sentencestructure. This is one of two combined skills courses in the thirdlevel of the ESL sequence. Not applicable to associate degree.(GC)

ESL-183RW Reading and Writing, Level III90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ESL-182RW or appropriate score on the ESLPlacement TestThis course is designed to develop reading, writing, andgrammar skills in American English, with an emphasis on theacademic English skills that are necessary for higher levels ofcollege study. This course is part of the third level of the ESLsequence, and it is open to students whose native language isnot English. Not applicable to associate degree. (GC)

ESL-184RW Reading and Writing, Level IV90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: ESL-183RW or appropriate score on the ESLPlacement TestThis course focuses on fundamental academic reading, criticalthinking, and writing skills. The course includes extra attention togrammar and vocabulary for the production of clear sentences,paragraphs, and essays. Not applicable to associate degree. (GC)

ESL-191 Grammar and Editing Skills54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ESL-183RW, or placement into ESL-184RW, ENGL-151A, or higher level English courseThis course is designed to help non-native speakers of Englishimprove their grammar and editing skills, but the course is opento native speakers as well. The course is for students who haveplaced into or have completed any of the following courses: ESL-184RW, ENGL-151A, ENGL-151B, or ENGL-101A. Not applicableto associate degree. (CR)

ESL-365 ESL — Supervised Tutoring90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: Instructor or counselor referralThis course provides students with individualized tutoring. Itassists students to develop a learning methodology in a subject.It includes diagnosis and consultation with a tutorial coordinatorand supervised tutoring by part-time instructional aides and/orstudent tutors. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable =3 times (NG)



NONCREDIT ESL COURSESESL-981LS Listening and Speaking, Level I

90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the ESL Placement TestThis noncredit course is designed to develop communicationskills in American English. The course is open to students whosenative language is not English. There is practice in the skills oflistening and speaking with an emphasis on fluency andvocabulary development. Not applicable to associate degree.Repeatable = 5 times (GC)

ESL-981RW Reading and Writing, Level I90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the ESL Placement TestThis noncredit course is designed to develop basic reading,writing, and grammar skills in American English. The course ispart of the first level of the ESL sequence, and it is open tostudents whose native language is not English. Not applicable toassociate degree. Repeatable = 5 times (GC)

ESL-982LS Listening and Speaking, Level II90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: ESL-981LS or appropriate score on the ESLPlacement TestThis noncredit course is designed to develop skills in AmericanEnglish. The course is open to students whose native languageis not English. There is practice in the skills of listening andspeaking with an emphasis on fluency, vocabulary development,verb tenses, and basic sentence structure. Not applicable toassociate degree. Repeatable = 5 times (GC)

ESL-982RW Reading and Writing, Level II90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: ESL-981RW or appropriate score on the ESLPlacement TestThis noncredit course is designed to develop reading, writing,and grammar skills in American English. The course is part of thesecond level of the ESL sequence, and it is open to studentswhose native language is not English. Not applicable to associatedegree. Repeatable = 5 times (GC)

ESL-983LS Listening and Speaking, Level III90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: ESL-982LS or appropriate score on the ESLPlacement TestThis noncredit course is designed to develop aural/oral skills inAmerican English for students whose native language is notEnglish. There is practice in the skills of listening and speakingwith an emphasis on fluency, comprehension, vocabularydevelopment, verb tenses, beginning notetaking, andintermediate sentence structure. Not applicable to associatedegree. Repeatable = 5 times (GC)

ESL-983RW Reading and Writing, Level III90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: ESL-982RW or appropriate score on the ESLPlacement TestThis noncredit course is designed to develop reading, writing,and grammar skills in American English, with an emphasis on theacademic English skills that are necessary for higher levels ofcollege study. The course is part of the third level of the ESLsequence, and it is open to students whose native language isnot English. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable = 5times (GC)

ESL-984RW Reading and Writing, Level IV90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: ESL-983RW or appropriate score on the ESLPlacement TestThis noncredit course is designed to focus on fundamentalacademic reading, critical thinking, and writing skills. The courseincludes extra attention to grammar and vocabulary for theproduction of clear sentences, paragraphs, and essays. Thecourse is fourth and final level of the noncredit ESL sequence,and the course is open to students whose native language is notEnglish. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable = 5 times(GC)

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ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (ENVS)


ENVS-101 Natural Resource Management54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCQuantitative analysis of earth’s natural resources and the role ofhuman populations in their use, sustainable development, andexploitation. Topics typically include the status and trends ofresources such as topsoil degradation, agriculture, water, energy,and wildlife. Emphasis is on problem solving and computationalmethods applied to resource management problems. (GR)

ENVS-102 Environmental Law and Regulations54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course explores fundamental legal and policy issues inenvironmental law. Legislative, judicial, and administrativecontrols over public and private actions impacting theenvironment are discussed. The course examines the statutory,administrative, and judicial decisions relating to the environmentand the government actors, agencies, and citizens making thesedecisions. (GR)

ENVS-103 The Environment and Human Health54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will explore the broad conditions that shapeenvironmental health, both human health and the ecosystemcontext, moving across and between questions of science, publicpolicy (from municipal to international), and social justice(workings of non-governmental organizations). Students willdedicate themselves to bridging the understanding amongscientific, policy, culture, and social perspectives and examineemerging strategies and solutions, from community-basedmonitoring to U.N. negotiations. (GR)



ENVS-104 Solar Photovoltaic Design and Installation54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course includes an introduction of solar photovoltaic systemrequirements, design, configurations, installation techniques,and their application in residential and commercial construction.Entry-level Certification Exam from NABCEP is an option. (GR)

ENVS-105 Energy: The Environment, Humans, and Sustainability54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThe course is an exploration of the conversion and use ofenergy; the nature of energy and energy systems; how differentcultures use and view energy; and the use of energy incontemporary societies. The course will explain the origin anddimensions of the global energy problem and identify howenergy issues and policies affect environmental quality,economic growth, and global politics. The course will focus onhow energy conservation, energy efficiency, and renewableenergy sources can be incorporated to create a sustainablesociety. (GR)

ENVS-106 Wind Energy: Design and Development54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course explores the role of wind as an energy source, as wellas its social, economic, and political implications on the globalenergy supply. Surveys in historical wind energy application willbe conducted, its reliability assessed, and environmentalimplications analyzed. Also studied will be wind energyapplications and basic operating principles. The status of theindustry’s future and renewable energy as a whole will beanalyzed. (GR)

ENVS-107 Food, Culture, and the Environment54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines how global changes in food systems,politics, economics, science, and consumption impact theenvironment and how traditional and evolving methods offarming humanity can reduce environmental impacts and feedsociety sustainably. (GR)

ENVS-108 Introduction to the Environment54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCIntroduction to the Environment is an interdisciplinary, generaleducation course that examines human impact on theenvironment and presents solutions to these problems toward amore sustainable society. (GR)

ENVS-109 Sustainable Urban Design and the Environment54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents the sociological, economical, andsustainable perspective in the investigation and understanding ofurban phenomena. Included are a wide range of topics that tapthe spectrum of urban growth and development in both thedeveloped and developing world. (GR)

ENVS-110 Climate Change: Science, The Environment, and Society54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCCauses and consequences of climate variability on a variety oftimescales will be addressed, with a focus on evidence fornatural and anthropogenic climate fluctuations. As amultidisciplinary course students will examine human uses ofresources and impacts on the global environment by focusing onglobal climate change as a case for study. Contrasting viewpointsand interactions among natural and engineering sciences, socialand political sciences, law and ethics will be stressed. (GR)

ENVS-122 Environmental GIS18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: GEOG-122Prerequisite: GEOG-121Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will apply skills and techniques that were introducedin Geography 121, Introduction to GIS. The course will allow thestudent to gain a further understanding of GIS concepts,technical issues, and applications using ArcView GIS to studyvarious environmental themes. (GR)

ENVS-142 Environmental Biology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: BIOL-142Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis lecture and lab course is an introduction to the biologicalsciences focusing on diversity, organismal interactions with theirenvironment (ecology), the effects humans have had onbiological diversity and ecosystems, and efforts to protect speciesand their habitats (conservation). No previous biologyexperience required. (GR)

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FIRE TECHNOLOGY (FT)




FT-225 Fire Fighter I Academy180.00 hrs lecture, 140.00 hrs labUnits: 8.00This academy includes instruction on basic firefighting skills, laws,and regulations affecting the fire service. The course will providethe firefighter with the knowledge and skills to safely perform—under minimal supervision—essential and advanced fire groundtasks, basic rescue operations, basic fire prevention, and fireinvestigation tasks, and to use, inspect, and maintain fire fightingand rescue equipment. Curriculum is intended to providecompetent and comprehensive training in the field of FireTechnology as it relates to firefighters. Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

FT-225A12 Fire Fighter I Academy180.00 hrs lecture, 140.40 hrs labUnits: 12.00This academy includes instruction on basic firefighting skills, laws,and regulations affecting the fire service. The course will providethe firefighter with the knowledge and skills to safely perform—under minimal supervision—essential and advanced fire groundtasks, basic rescue operations, basic fire prevention, and fireinvestigation tasks and to use, inspect, and maintain fire fightingand rescue equipment. Curriculum is intended to providecompetent and comprehensive training in the field of FireTechnology as it relates to firefighters. Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

FT-235A125 Basic Fire Academy Field Training Program (Internship)675.00 hrs labUnits: 12.50Prerequisite: Completion of California Accredited Firefighter IAcademy, EMT-1 course completion and certificationThis course meets the State of California Fire Marshall Firefighter ICertification requirement. Students will be assigned aninternship site and work one-on-one with the assigned swornmember of the staff. The Field Intern Program introduces newgraduates to personnel policies and procedures in relation to theagency for which they are working. In addition, Field Interns willbe provided formal and informal training specific to the fireservice and the day-to-day responsibilities and duties that areagency specific. The work experience program affords studentsthe opportunity to apply their education to their tasks at work. Bysetting goals and accomplishing them, students participate in anintegral fashion in designing the unique curriculum which eachwork place creates. Students who are new to the work forcebenefit by learning to use their classroom skills in the real worldsetting. Repeatable = 5 times (GC)

FT-240 Fire Incident Safety Officer9.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Safety Officer responsibility at emergency operationsituationsThis course is designed for Safety Officers to identify and analyzesafety concerns as they relate to all-hazards scene evaluations andcommunicate recommended solutions to the command authority.The course examines the role of the Safety Officer at emergencyresponse situations with specific focus on operations within theIncident Command Systems. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

FT-241 Confined Space Rescue8.00 hrs lecture, 32.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Confined Space Rescue AwarenessThis course provides information to identify confined spacesand permit-required confined spaces, evaluate hazardousatmospheres, determine adequate levels of personal protection,techniques needed for hazard mitigation, identify basicoperational positions, understand responsibilities set by CAL-OSHA, and prepare for confined space rescue operations.Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

FT-241A5 Confined Space Rescue4.50 hrs lecture, 31.50 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: State Fire Marshall certified basic firefightingacademy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean ofAcademy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training isnot a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will alsogrant equivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate thefollowing skills and knowledge: firefighter safety; don and useSCBA and PASS device; emergency procedure for SCBA failure;determination of air supply in a hazardous atmosphere;firefighting personal protective equipment, including hand andeye protection; firefighting tools and equipment, ladders, andhoses including appropriate selection; horizontal and verticalventilation on a structure; fuel types, precautions, andsuppression method(s); attack technique for an interior structurefire; appropriate use of class A, B, and C fire extinguishers;effective verbal communication used in fire fighting.This course is an intensive hands-on training program that willprepare students to respond to confined space emergencies.This course prepares students with identifying confined spacesand permit-required confined spaces; the hazards associatedwith permit-required confined spaces; target industries andhazards; state and federal regulations; components of a rescueoperation; and the roles and responsibilities of the rescue team.Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)



Did you know??? Community colleges offer associate degrees and

short-term job training certificates in more than 175 fields, and more than 100,000 individuals are trained each year in industry-specific workforce skills.

Source: California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office

FT-242 CDF Fire Academy — Seasonal54.00 hrs lecture, 26.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00This course is department policy for the entry level CDFFirefighter 1. The training is designed to assist with competency-based group instruction, and students are expected todemonstrate the skills necessary to be a safe and effectiveFirefighter 1. Students are required to meet the minimumstandard as noted in the behavioral objective for eachsubject/topic. Candidates for qualification under this course mustmeet the basic requirements for employment as a CDFFirefighter 1. Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

FT-256 Fire Continued Professional Training (CPT)9.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: FT-225; State Fire Marshall certified basicfirefighting academy diploma or equivalent as determined bythe Dean of Academy Instruction. Approval of equivalenttraining is not a guarantee state regulatory or licensingagencies will also grant equivalency. Familiarity with and abilityto demonstrate these skills and knowledge: Firefighter safety;don and use SCBA and PASS device; emergency procedure forSCBA failure; establish and mark a hot zone around anelectrical hazard; firefighting tools and equipment, ladders, andhoses including appropriate selection, carry, and use for eachtype across all types of emergencies; horizontal and verticalventilation on a structure.This course is designed to focus on firefighter safety in order toprovide a continuing effort to reduce the number of firefighterinjuries and fatalities that occurs on an annual basis. The coursewill supply the student with a greater understanding of the needfor situational awareness, firefighter survival skills, and thetechnical survival skills to help avoid committing fatal errors onthe fireground. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

FT-256A1 Fire Annual Professional Training (CPT)18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: FT-225; State Fire Marshall certified basicfirefighting academy diploma or equivalent as determined bythe Dean of Academy Instruction. Familiarity with and ability todemonstrate these skills and knowledge: Personal ProtectiveEquipment; firefighter safety; inspection and maintenance ofnozzles and hosesThis course provides training recommended by the CaliforniaState Fire Marshall to keep students current with new equipment,policies, laws, and skills needed to be prepared in the line ofduty. The course also provides students with command awarenessand the control techniques required to effectively manage a firefighter emergency event should the situation occur. Notapplicable to associate degree. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

FT-260 Fire Instructor I13.50 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: State Fire Marshall certified basic firefightingacademy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean ofAcademy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training isnot a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will alsogrant equivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstratethe following skills: Fire Services Resources; Agency safetypolicies; State Fire Professional certification tracks.This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for theentry-level professional instructor to perform his or her dutiessafely, effectively, and competently. This course is designed forpersonnel preparing for a college-level fire instructor, CompanyOfficer, or SFT Certified Training Instructor position. Enrollmentin this course does not ensure the students eligibility for StateCertificate. Not applicable to associate degree. (CR)

FT-261 Fire Instructor II13.50 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: State Fire Marshall certified basic firefightingacademy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean ofAcademy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training isnot a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will alsogrant equivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstratethe following skills and knowledge: Fire Instructor certificationprocess; instructional development and delivery; evaluationand testing procedures; program management techniques; firesafety; Incident Command System (ICS); record keeping.This course provides the skills and knowledge needed for theintermediate level professional instructor to perform his or herduties safely, effectively, and competently. At the end of thiscourse candidates will be able to develop lesson plans andevaluation instruments, teach and deliver instruction, andevaluate and coach other instructors. The Instructor II will also beable to analyze resources and formulate a program budget.Enrollment in this course does not ensure the students eligibilityfor State Certificate. Not applicable to associate degree. (CR)

FT-262 Fire Company Officer 2A13.50 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: State Fire Marshall certified basic firefightingacademy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean ofAcademy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training isnot a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will alsogrant equivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstratethe following skills and knowledge: Fire Officer Certificationprocess; Fire Fighter Safety; familiarity with fire communication;familiarity with emergency response; familiarity with Health andSafety.This course provides information on the use of human resourcesto accomplish assignments; evaluating member performance;supervising personnel; and integrating health and safety plans,policies, and procedures into daily activities as well as theemergency scene. Not applicable to associate degree. (CR)

FT-263 Fire Company Officer 2B9.00 hrs lecture, 9.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: State Fire Marshall certified basic firefightingacademy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean ofAcademy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training isnot a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will alsogrant equivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate allof the following skills and knowledge: Fire Officer certificationprocess; familiarity with agency policies and procedures;familiarity with roles and responsibilities of various fire officers;familiarity with the organizational structure of the department.This course provides information on general administrativefunctions and the implementation of policies and proceduresand addresses conveying the fire department’s role, image, andmission to the public. Not applicable to associate degree. (CR)



Did you know???In Fall 2014 community college students in the

United States represented 45% of all undergraduate students and 41% of all first-time freshmen.

Source: American Association of Community Colleges

FT-264 Fire Company Officer 2C13.50 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: State Fire Marshall certified basic firefightingacademy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean ofAcademy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training isnot a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will alsogrant equivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate allof the following skills and knowledge: familiarity with FireOfficer certification process; knowledge of fire behavior;familiarity with fire detection systems; familiarity with fireinvestigation.This course provides information on conducting inspections;identifying hazards and addressing violations; performing a fireinvestigation to determine preliminary cause and securing theincident scene; and preserving evidence. Not applicable toassociate degree. (CR)

FT-265 Fire Company Officer 2D13.50 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: State Fire Marshall certified basic firefightingacademy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean ofAcademy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training isnot a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will alsogrant equivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate allof the following skills and knowledge: familiarity with FireOfficer certification process; familiarity with size-ups; familiaritywith fire emergency operations; fire incident informationresources.This course provides information on conducting incident size-up;developing and implementing an initial plan of action involvingsingle and multi-unit operations for various types of emergencyincidents to mitigate the situation following agency safetyprocedures; conducting pre-incident planning; and developingand conducting a post-incident analysis. Not applicable toassociate degree. (CR)

FT-266 Fire Company Officer 2E13.50 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: State Fire Marshall certified basic firefightingacademy diploma or equivalent as determined by the Dean ofAcademy Instruction. NOTE: Approval of equivalent training isnot a guarantee state regulatory or licensing agencies will alsogrant equivalency. Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate allof the following skills and knowledge familiarity with FireOfficer certification process; familiarity with wildland fire; firesafety; familiarity with emergency medical treatment; firebehavior.This course is designed to provide information on evaluating andreporting incident conditions; analyzing incident needs;developing and implementing a plan of action to deploy incidentresources completing all operations to suppress a wildland fire;establishing an incident command post; creating an incidentaction plan; and completing incident records and reports. Notapplicable to associate degree. (CR)

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FRENCH (FREN)


FREN-101A Elementary French90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the reading, writing, speaking,and understanding of French. (GR)

FREN-101B Elementary French90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: FREN-101A or two years of high school FrenchAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of FREN-101A. It covers thefundamentals of French grammar in addition to reading, writing,and speaking the language. (GR)

FREN-102A Intermediate French90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: FREN-101B or three years of high school FrenchAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a review of grammar, oral, and writtencomposition and a study of French culture. (GR)

FREN-102B Intermediate French90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: FREN-102AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of FREN-102A that covers advancedgrammar, oral and written composition, and the study of theFrench civilization. (GR)

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Did you know???80% of firefighters, law enforcement officers,

and EMT’s are credentialed at community colleges. Source: Community College League of California

GENDER AND WOMEN’S STUDIES (WS)


WS-101 Introduction to Gender and Women’s Studies54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will focus on the questions and concepts in genderand women’s studies, the development of U.S. feminism,feminist theory, the globalization of feminism, and feministconcerns. Central to this course will be the ways in which place,race, ethnicity, sexuality, gender orientation, class, and age shapewomen’s experiences and the various socio-political meanings ofgender. We will also examine the ways in which women haveresisted inequality and effected social and political change. Thiscourse will be interdisciplinary in its approach, meaning that wewill read feminist essays from a wide range of disciplines,including cultural studies, economics, history, philosophy,political theory, psychology, and sociology. In addition, we willconduct several small sociological experiments andobservations, and we will watch excerpts of videos and films.(GC) C-ID SOCI 140

WS-108 Gender, Sexual Identity, and Communication54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: COMM-118Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course students will examine the myriad communicativeprocesses which function to create, maintain, reinforce, andchallenge cultural expectations of gender performances. (GR)

WS-115 Women in Literature54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ENGL-115Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will read, discuss, and write about short stories, novels,poetry, drama, and essays of British and American womenwriters past and present. (GR)

WS-120 Women of the Western World54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: IS-120Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an interdisciplinary course involving an overviewof women’s traditional roles in the western world; the history ofthe feminist movement, past and present; and an attempt todefine the changing role of women in a diverse contemporaryAmerican society. Cross-cultural information about women’sroles in other societies will be regularly introduced. (GC)

WS-150 Women’s Health Issues54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: HLTH-150Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of the contemporary issues affectingwomen’s health at home and at work from biological,psychological, and sociological perspectives. The course willexplore such topics as mental health, sexuality, nutrition,exercise, rape and battery, aging, occupational health, andcultural diversity and the effects on women in American culture.(GC)

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GEOGRAPHY (GEOG)


GEOG-101 Physical Geography54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents a spatial study of the Earth’s dynamicphysical systems and processes, as well as the interactionbetween humans and their physical environment. Topics includeweather, pollution, climate, landforms, soil, vegetation,earthquakes, volcanism, water quality, and environmentalmanagement. Labs provide supplemental exercises in the topicscovered in the lecture. (GC) C-ID GEOG 115

GEOG-102 Cultural Geography54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of diverse human populations and theircultural origins, diffusion, and contemporary spatial expressions.Students will explores how humans create “places” throughculture and their adaptation to the physical environment. Formaland functional aspects of spatial decision-making are analyzedand critiqued, as well as designed to provide students with anunderstanding of the spatial distributions of cultures and theprocesses that led to these distributions. (GR) C-ID GEOG 120

GEOG-104 World Regional Geography54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThe course covers the survey study of world geography, regionby region. Students will acquire geographic literacy by learningthe map of the world and relating it to the up-to-date knowledgeabout the nations of the world, their physical environment,ethnic make-up, culture, historical influences, economics,environmental issues, and relationships with other nations. (GC)C-ID GEOG 125



GEOG-105 California Geography54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCA thematic approach to the state’s issues, processes, and topicsrelevant to geography including climate, landforms, naturalvegetation, water resources, cultural landscape, ethnic diversity,urban and agricultural regions, and the economy. This courseexplores the physical and human landscapes that have evolvedas a result of the human-environment interface. (GR) C-IDGEOG 140

GEOG-106 Economic Geography: Resources and Society54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course focuses on the ways in which economic activities areorganized, how they impact regions and society, and how theychange over time. Students will examine what is old and what isnew about globalization and how it matters to people, places,culture, and the environment. The course will use a politicaleconomy approach, concentrating on the relationship amongeconomic processes, political institutions, and socioculturalstructures. (GR)

GEOG-107 Introduction to Global Studies54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary field ofglobal studies, including the history of globalization; andeconomic, political, social, cultural, and ecological developmentsrelated to the process of globalization. (GR)

GEOG-108 Global Problems and Issues54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to the origins, current status, andfuture trends of major transnational issues confronting the globalcommunity. Topics include population trends, economicdevelopment and inequality, basic human needs (for food,water, health care), human rights, international conflict andsecurity concerns, and environmental problems. The course alsofocuses on global governance, including the study of collectiveglobal responsibilities. (GR)

GEOG-121 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems(GIS)54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThe objective of this introductory course is to gain basicknowledge of GIS concepts, techniques, and applications. Theemphasis of this course is to provide hands-on instruction on thefunctionality of GIS as an effective tool for modeling andanalyzing complex spatial relationships. (GR) C-ID GEOG 155

GEOG-122 Environmental GIS18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: ENVS-122Prerequisite: GEOG-121Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will apply skills and techniques that were introducedin Geography 121, Introduction to GIS. The course will allow thestudent to gain a further understanding of GIS concepts,technical issues, and applications using ArcView GIS to studyvarious environmental themes. (GR)

GEOG-123 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Projects54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: GEOG-121 and GEOG-122Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course enables students to manage GeographicalInformation Systems (GIS) projects using knowledge acquired inGEOG-121 and GEOG-122. (GC)

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GEOLOGY (GEOL)


GEOL-101 Introduction to Geology54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCGeological processes that shape the earth and its history. Specialattention is given to the global geological phenomena(earthquakes, volcanoes, plate tectonics), the concept of “deep”time, natural resources, and the interaction between humansand their environment. (GC) C-ID GEOL 101

GEOL-102 Introduction to Oceanography54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThe study of the world’s oceans from the physical, biological, andcultural perspective including the origin, evolution, andexploration of the oceans, plate tectonics, nature of sea floor,marine life, waves, currents, tides, role in climate change, andhuman impact on the marine environment. Field trip is a cruiseof the San Francisco Bay. (GR)

GEOL-102L Oceanography Laboratory54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Corequisite: GEOL-102Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCGEOL-102L is designed to supplement GEOL-102. The lab willconsist of hands-on exercises and two Saturday field trips thatilluminate various aspects of ocean science. This will includeworking with maps, living and fossil specimens of marine life,web-based study of global plate tectonics, field observations ofmarine rocks, fossils, living organisms in tide pools, and the studyof San Francisco Bay onboard a ship. (GC)

GEOL-103 Paleontology and Dinosaurs54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: GEOL-103LAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCA journey through the history of life, from its beginnings aboutfour billion years ago to the heyday of the dinosaurs andextinction of giant mammals at the end of the last Ice Age. Thecourse provides an introduction to the study of prehistoric life onthe basis of fossils, evolution, mass extinctions, and globalchange. One local Friday afternoon field trip is required. (GR)



GEOL-103L Earth History and Paleontology Laboratory54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Eligible for MATH-151; GEOL-103 and GEOL-104Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCHands-on studies of Earth history as revealed by rocks and fossilsrepresenting different stages in evolution of the Earth and lifethrough geologic time. Labs include map exercises, relative andnumerical age determinations, reconstructions of geologicalhistory of North America, and studies of fossil specimens ofanimals and plants from all over the world. A Saturday field tripmay be required. This course is an optional supplement toGEOL-103 or GEOL-104. (GR)

GEOL-104 The Changing Earth: Historical Geology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: GEOL-104LAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the study of the origin and evolution of Earthand life through time. Geological history and global changeduring the past 4.6 billion years as revealed by plate tectonics,paleogeography, geologic dating of rocks and fossils,sedimentary rock sequences, biological evolution, and evidencefor climatic change, both ancient and recent. The developmentof continents, especially North America, ocean basins, andmountains. (GC) C-ID GEOL 110

GEOL-104L Historical Geology Laboratory54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: GEOL-104Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the optional laboratory component to GEOL-104,The Changing Earth: Historical Geology, that satisfies the physicalscience lab requirement for transfer. The course includes hands-on studies of Earth history as revealed by rocks, fossils, age ofearth materials, the Geologic Time Scale, stratigraphy, platetectonics, biological evolution, and processes of global change(geologic, biologic, climatic) in the past 4.6 billion years of Earthhistory. (GR) C-ID GEOL 110L

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GRAPHIC ARTS (GA)


GA-109A Beginning Graphic Design I (Letter Forms and Typography)36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-109AAdvisory: ART-104AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to graphic design exploring visualcommunication through letterform. The course covers thehistory and fundamentals of typography with traditional andcontemporary typefaces. Studio practice addresses therelationships between image, concept, form, and message.Students learn to articulate a design rational through weeklycritiques and class discussions. (GC)

GA-109B Beginning Graphic Design II36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-109BPrerequisite: GA-109A or ART-109AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to graphic design exploring visualcommunication through letterform. The course covers thehistory and fundamentals of typography with traditional andcontemporary typefaces. Studio practice addresses therelationships between image, concept, form, and message.Students learn to articulate a design rational through weeklycritiques and class discussions. (GC)

GA-110A Advanced Graphic Design I36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-110APrerequisite: GA-109B or ART-109BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is an advanced level course in graphic design, building onthe skills acquired in the beginning and intermediate levelcourses. The emphasis is on strengthening students’ conceptualthinking skills and formal visual communication abilities. Topicsinclude comprehensive projects in applied graphics and three-dimensional design. Students are encouraged to experiment,innovate, and develop methods of expression that reflect theirartistic and cultural identities while effectively communicatingwith various audiences. (GC)

GA-110B Advanced Graphic Design II36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-110BPrerequisite: GA-110A or ART-110AAccepted For Credit: CSUThe goal of this course is to further the student’s understandingof advanced objectives, principles, and methods used in graphicdesign. The assignments in this course are designed to providea range of opportunities for conceptual and formal problemsolving to assist with the creation of marketing and portfoliomaterials for professional job search. (GC)

GA-112 Motion Graphics36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: MM-112Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to concepts, practices, andtechniques in Motion Graphic Design and Visual Effects software.Topics include digital compositing, animation, interaction design,and visual effects to produce captivating communication designfor film, TV, web, and multimedia industries. (GR)

GA-138A Beginning Photoshop27.00 hrs lecture, 81.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-138AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is for photographers with limited experience or newto Adobe Photoshop. Students learn how to work with a digital“darkroom” using images supplied by the instructor for thispurpose. Topics included are image file management andorganization, file formats, resolution, basic image editing,selective image editing, scanning, preparing images for web-based application, how to purchase a digital camera, and more.A digital camera is not required. (GC)



GA-138B Intermediate Photoshop27.00 hrs lecture, 81.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-138BPrerequisite: GA-138A or ART-138AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is for photographers wishing to increase theirworking knowledge of Adobe Photoshop. Students work with adigital “darkroom” using original images as well as imagessupplied by the instructor. Topics included are working withlayers and masks, opacity and blend modes, transforming,working with text, camera raw, actions and smart filters, print andweb-based workflow. A digital camera is not required. (GC)

GA-160A Computer Graphics I54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-160AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to creating computer-generatedgraphics. Students explore software tools and graphic designtechniques for the production of computer-made imagery. Thecourse emphasizes the development of graphics followingcreative principles and covers the principles of graphic designand the creation of graphics for commercial and artisticapplication. (GC)

GA-160B Computer Graphics II54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-160BPrerequisite: GA-160A or ART-160AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of GA-160A and emphasizesintermediate and advanced skills needed in graphic design.Students complete projects of their choice that show advancedconceptual and visual communication skills and workmanship.(GC)

GA-161A Digital Graphics I18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-161AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course uses a combination of lectures and hands-on studioexperience to introduce students to the creative possibilities ofgraphic computing. In addition to covering hardware (printers,scanners, drawing tablets) and software (Photoshop andIllustrator), this course emphasizes the visual-problem solvingprocess. Students learn the conceptual and technicalfoundations of graphic design. The principles taught in thiscourse assist students in the realization of their own ideas andthe interpretation of diverse forms of visual communication.Each assignment focuses on a different skill and the results canbe included in a professional portfolio for presentation and jobsearching. (GC)

GA-161B Digital Graphics II18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-161BPrerequisite: GA-161A or ART-161AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of GA-161A. The emphasis in thiscourse is on developing intermediate and advanced skillsneeded to set up and operate a digital graphics work station andpublish on the web. Students complete projects of their choiceusing complex graphics software, scanners, tablets, and printers.The course emphasis is on the continued development of aportfolio of computer images. (GC)

GA-163 Digital Arts Lab — Macintosh27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Cross-referenced Course: ART-163, ID-163This course is a lab component for all courses taught on theMacintosh and on drafting equipment in these areas: Art,Graphic Arts/Computer Graphics, Photography, and InteriorDesign. Students will produce digital graphic and draftingprojects for art related classes. (CR)

GA-169A Beginning Digital Photography18.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-139AAdvisory: ART-138A and ENGL-151AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course explores the photographer’s creative process fromseveral directions. Students will undertake photographic projectsdesigned to provide engagement with a variety of subject matterand ways of photographing; look at photographic work in onlineand local galleries and museums; consider current issues havingto do with photographic technologies; discuss their photographswith other students in an effort to improve their creativeprocesses. Technical instruction will include camera functions,resizing and saving digital files, and minor image modification.For intense technical instruction see GA-138A and GA-138B.Students should consider completing GA-138A prior to enrollingin this course, but it is not a requirement. (GC)

GA-169B Intermediate Digital Photography18.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-139BPrerequisite: GA-169A or ART-139AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course continues an exploration of the photographer’screative process from several directions. Students will undertakephotographic projects designed to provide engagement with avariety of subject matter and ways of photographing; completean extended photographic project of their choosing and receiveguidance from the instructor and students; look at photographicwork in online and local galleries and museums; considercurrent issues around photographic technologies; discuss theirphotographs with other students in an effort to improve theircreative processes. Students will formalize their individualprojects as books or online galleries. Technical instruction willinclude camera functions, resizing and saving digital files, andminor image modification. For intense technical instruction seeGA-138A and GA-138B. Students should consider completingGA-138A prior to enrolling in this course, but it is not arequirement. (GC)

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toward transferring to a baccalaureate university.Source: California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office

HEALTH (HLTH)


HLTH-101 Contemporary Health Issues54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course promotes personal, family, and community well-being through an exploration of contemporary issues in healthand wellness including exercise and fitness, nutrition, weightcontrol, stress management, mental health, and substanceabuse. Students analyze personal health habits that contribute tothe risk of disease, and develop a program of wellness thattargets the reduction of risk factors for self, family, and thecommunity. (GC)

HLTH-125 Stress Management36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a theoretical approach to understanding sourcesof stress and incorporating stress management into your dailylife. Explore personal stressors, the physical and psychologicalimplications of that stress, prevention strategies, and stressreduction techniques. (GC)

HLTH-140 Qigong I18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCQigong is an ancient Chinese health maintenance healing artand energy cultivating system. This course includes basicphysical movements, exercises, breathing techniques, staticpostures, and introduction to self-massage, visualization, andmeditation to enhance the flow of Qi throughout the body. (GC)

HLTH-141 Qigong II18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course deepens the study that was introduced in Qigong Iand advances the development of the personal Qigong practicetechniques through more challenging routines and theoreticalapplications. This practice transcends the mind-body-spiritconcept and facilitates the transformation to a more spiritualpractice of Qigong. (GC)

HLTH-150 Women’s Health Issues54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: WS-150Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of the contemporary issues affectingwomen’s health at home and at work from biological,psychological, and sociological perspectives. The course willexplore such topics as mental health, sexuality, nutrition,exercise, rape and battery, aging, occupational health, andcultural diversity and the effects on women in American culture.(GC)

HLTH-160 Human Sexuality54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines the physiological and psychologicalaspects of sexual health in our contemporary society.Understanding the interrelationship of attitude and behavior asit relates to sexual integrity is a primary focus. Emphasis will beon knowledge, attitudes, and behavior that contribute to ahealthy individual. (GC)

HLTH-170 Foundations of Mindfulness18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis experiential course will provide tangible tools in developingmindful awareness of your body and sensory experiences,gratitude and compassion, mindfulness of your thoughts andemotions, mindful communication with others, as well as currentscientific findings on neuroplasticity which is the ability to useyour mind to change your brain. Benefits of a mindfulnesspractice have been scientifically proven to reduce stress andanxiety, increase executive functioning, and improve overallbalance and quality of life. (GC)

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HISTORY (HIST)


HIST-102A Chicana/o History I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CHS-102AAdvisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the history of Chicanas and Chicanos fromPre-Colombian times to 1850. The course emphasizes thepolitical, economic, and social influences of Pre-ColumbianAmerica, Spain, Mexico, and the United States. The courseincludes a study of the United States Constitution. (GR)

HIST-102B Chicana/o History II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CHS-102BAdvisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the history of the Mexican-Americanexperience from 1850 to the present day. The course emphasizesthe political, economic, and social experiences of the MexicanAmerican people under the influences of Mexico and the UnitedStates, and includes a study of the Constitution of California.(GR)



HIST-104A Western Civilization with a World Perspective Until 160054.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a survey of the cultural, social, and politicaldevelopments of civilization in the Mediterranean through thebeginning of early modern history. This course takes aninterdisciplinary approach to the study of Western Civilizationbefore 1600 and includes a world perspective. (GC) C-ID HIST170

HIST-104B Western Civilization with a World Perspective From 160054.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a survey of the cultural, social, and politicaldevelopments in Western Civilization with a world perspectivefrom the rise of the nation-state through contemporary timeswith a speculative look at the future. (GC) C-ID HIST 180

HIST-105 History of California54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the history and development of Californiafrom its beginnings to the present day with emphasis on theeconomic, social, ethnic, multicultural, and political forces whichshaped the modern state, and includes a comparison of theCalifornia and United States Constitutions. (GC)

HIST-106A World History to 150054.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCHistory 106A looks at the development of, and interactionsbetween, peoples, states, and civilizations around the world fromthe end of the Ice Age (pre-history) to circa 1500 CE (CommonEra). The course traces the beginnings of agriculture and rise ofcities, the coming of world’s major religions and intellectualthought, the rise and fall of empires, routes of trade andmigration, and calamities that have parallels with present day,including the impact of human settlement upon the naturalworld. (GC) C-ID HIST 150

HIST-106B World History Since 150054.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCHistory 106B analyzes the development of societies andinteractions of cultures in Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americasfrom 1500 to the present, with an emphasis on their globalinteractions. The course focuses on trading networks; empires;colonization and decolonization; the rise of modern imperialism;capitalism and its opponents; urbanization and masscommunication; technologies for war and peace; and calamitiesthat have parallels with present day, including the impact ofhuman settlement upon the natural world. (GC) C-ID HIST 160

HIST-107 History of Film54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: TD-107Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines the impact of film on our lives and history.Students will review films; discuss and analyze techniques used.(GR)

HIST-114A African American History 1619 to 187754.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-151B and/or ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the history of African Americans from theearly 17th century to 1877. Political, social, cultural, and economicexperiences will be discussed. (GC)

HIST-114B African American History 1877 to Present54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCA history of African Americans from 1877 to present will becovered. Political, social, cultural, and economic experiences willbe discussed. (GC)

HIST-115 Asian-American History54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a review of Asian Pacific Americans in the social,political, economic, and cultural development of the UnitedStates from Reconstruction to the present. Groups surveyed willinclude Korean, Filipino, Asian Indian, Pacific Islanders, SouthEast Asian, Japanese, and Chinese. (GC)

HIST-117A History of the United States54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course surveys the history of the United States from pre-colonial times through Reconstruction (1877). (GR) C-ID HIST130

HIST-117B History of the United States54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course surveys the history of the United States from 1877(the end of Reconstruction) to the present. (GR) C-ID HIST 140

HIST-118 Contemporary U.S. History: 1945-54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course surveys the post-World War II role of the UnitedStates in world affairs and explores the socio-politicaldevelopment of the nation from 1945 to the present. The coursewill emphasize the growing cultural pluralism of twentiethcentury America. (GC)



HIST-119A Bad Girls: Women in America Before 189054.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCWomen before 1890 faced numerous hardships in theirstruggles for equality. This course traces women of differentracial and ethnic backgrounds as they challenge social,economic, political, and gender norms in North America. Thecourse explores how women have negotiated issues such asrace, class, gender, work/labor, and sexuality. (GC)

HIST-119B Bad Girls: Women in America From 189054.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCWomen in the United States after 1890 faced numeroushardships in their struggles for equality. This course traceswomen of different racial and ethnic backgrounds as theychallenge social, economic, political, and gender norms in NorthAmerica. The course explores how women have negotiatedissues such as race, class, gender, work/labor, and sexuality. (GC)

HIST-141 History of Rock and Roll: Music and Culture of the 1950’s54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: IS-142, MUS-122Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents a historical overview of the emergence ofrock and roll music as a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. Themajor figures of the 1950’s—Bill Haley, Fats Domino, ElvisPresley, Chuck Berry, and Little Richard—will be studiedalongside the major historical events and trends that shaped thisdecade. The course is designed to gradually develop a student’sappreciation for this art form while simultaneously exposing thesymbiotic interrelationship between rock and roll and Americanculture. The course will chart how rock and roll simultaneouslyreflects and affects society by grounding the key people, events,and songs within their historical context. (GC)

HIST-142 History of Rock and Roll: Music and Culture of the 1960’s54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: IS-143, MUS-123Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course charts the evolution of Rock and Roll music from thelate 1950’s through the 1960’s, focusing on the history of theperiod as well as a detailed analysis of the stylistic developmentof this important musical genre. The course is designed togradually develop students’ appreciation for this art form whilesimultaneously exposing the symbiotic interrelationship betweenrock and American society. (GC)

HIST-143 History of Rock and Roll: Music and Culture Since 197054.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: MUS-125Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines the development of popular music and itsintegration with general culture and society since 1970 and intothe new millennium. The course will include identification andanalysis of art rock, disco, new wave, reggae, rap, hip-hop,worldbeat, and other musical genres. (GR)

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INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES (IS)


IS-100 Survey of the Arts54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-100, MUS-100, TD-100Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course theatre, art, and music are explored throughdiscussion, historical review, and contemporary issues. Thepurpose of this course is to increase students’ understanding andenjoyment of the arts. The course is taught by three instructors,one from each discipline. (GR)

IS-110 Introduction to Ethnic Studies54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the historical experiences ofselected ethnic minority communities in the United States whichaffect how minorities view themselves in relationship to thelarger United States society. Exploration of such issues asaffirmative action, differential educational needs, cross-culturallearning, and communication patterns will be studied. (GR)

IS-120 Women of the Western World54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: WS-120Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an interdisciplinary course involving an overviewof women’s traditional roles in the western world; the history ofthe feminist movement, past and present; and an attempt todefine the changing role of women in a diverse contemporaryAmerican society. Cross-cultural information about women’sroles in other societies will be regularly introduced. (GC)

IS-142 History of Rock and Roll: Music and Culture of the 1950’s54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: HIST-141, MUS-122Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents a historical overview of the emergence ofrock and roll music as a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. Themajor figures of the 1950’s—Bill Haley, Fats Domino, ElvisPresley, Chuck Berry, and Little Richard—will be studiedalongside the major historical events and trends that shaped thisdecade. The course is designed to gradually develop a student’sappreciation for this art form while simultaneously exposing thesymbiotic interrelationship between rock and roll and Americanculture. The course will chart how rock and roll simultaneouslyreflects and affects society by grounding the key people, events,and songs within their historical context. (GC)



IS-143 History of Rock and Roll: Music and Culture of the 1960’s54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: HIST-142, MUS-123Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course charts the evolution of Rock and Roll music from thelate 1950’s through the 1960’s, focusing on the history of theperiod as well as a detailed analysis of the stylistic developmentof this important musical genre. The course is designed togradually develop students’ appreciation for this art form whilesimultaneously exposing the symbiotic interrelationship betweenrock and American society. (GC)

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INTERIOR DESIGN (ID)


ID-150A Interior Design Concepts54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-150AAccepted For Credit: CSUIn this introductory course students analyze interiors using basicdesign concepts. Principles and techniques used by professionalinterior designers are demonstrated. Case studies in problemsolving with an emphasis on residential interiors are presented.(GC)

ID-150B Interior Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-150BPrerequisite: ID-150A or ART-150AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of ID-150A and is designed forInterior Design majors. Interior design theories andmethodologies are explored in-depth through a variety ofincreasingly complex “Real Life” case study projects thatemphasize the design of public spaces. The course will helpprepare students for professional practice. (GC)

ID-151 Visualization and Presentation36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-151Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course familiarizes students with methods and materialsused in the design industry to develop concepts andcommunicate ideas. Students will prepare projects for a designportfolio. (GC)

ID-153 History of Decorative Arts54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-153Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents study furniture construction, styles, and periods inconjunction with the architecture and related decorative arts ofeach era from ancient times to the present. This course includespolitical, religious, and cultural histories which significantlyinfluenced these arts. (GC)

ID-154 Contemporary Home Design36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-154Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents study the architectural history of home design andlearn practical applications of information relating to design,construction methods, and economic practices. (GC)

ID-155A Architectural Drafting for Interior Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-155AAdvisory: Concurrent with ART-163, GA-163, or ID-163Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will introduce basic drafting techniques as related toarchitectural working drawings for interior design. Constructionmaterials and procedures will be discussed. (GC)

ID-155B CAD for Interior Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-155BAdvisory: ID-155A or ART-155AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on the fundamentals of computer-aideddrafting as related to interior design and architectural drawings.Understanding CAD concepts and using commands areemphasized. Drawing skills are learned and developed byapplying these concepts to solve practical laboratory problems.(GC)




ID-155C Intermediate CAD for Interior Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-155CPrerequisite: ID-155B or ART-155BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of ID-155B and focuses ondeveloping computer-aided drafting skills as related to interiordesign and architectural drawings. Applying CAD concepts andpracticing commands are emphasized. Drawing skills are refinedby applying these concepts to practical laboratory problems. (GC)

ID-156 Architectural Modelmaking for Interior Design36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-156Accepted For Credit: CSUScale models will be developed in this course for presenting andstudying architectural interior spaces. A wide range of materialsand processes will be explored. (GC)

ID-157 Professional Practice for Interior Design54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-157This course introduces basic business practices for interiordesigners. The course includes an overview of career paths,business planning and organization, professional associations,marketing, sales, wholesale resource development, contractualobligations, and ethics. The course is designed for peoplepreparing to enter the field of interior design. (GC)

ID-158 Textiles36.00 hrs lecture, 72.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-158Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is a comprehensive course in the study of textiles as relatedto interior design. Fiber and fabric construction andcharacteristics are examined; textile choices are evaluated andanalyzed for safety, functionality, and aesthetics; and the impactsof textiles on interior environments are considered. Studentsgain an empirical understanding of the nature of textiles thoughhands-on projects in the laboratory component. (GC)

ID-159A Applied Design: Residential Lighting18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-159AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course will present an overview of basic considerationsnecessary to plan, choose, and place lighting fixtures throughouta home. This helps define space, articulate atmosphere, directattention, and facilitate activities. (GC)

ID-159B Applied Design: Color for the Home18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-159BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course will explore theoretical and experiential approachesto choosing color schemes for residences. (GC)

ID-163 Digital Arts Lab — Macintosh27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Cross-referenced Course: ART-163, GA-163This course is a lab component for all courses taught on theMacintosh and on drafting equipment in these areas: Art,Graphic Arts/Computer Graphics, Photography, and InteriorDesign. Students will produce digital graphic and draftingprojects for art related classes. (CR)

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INTERPRETER TRAINING (INT)

Division: Deaf StudiesAcademic Dean: Darline GunsaulsDivision Administrative Assistant: Nora ChopelasLocation: Fremont campus, Room 6203Phone number: (510) 659-6269

INT-106 Discourse Analysis: ASL54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Interpreter Preparation ProgramAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an overview of ASL discourse. Topics includediscourse structure, language variation, genre, register, prosody,cohesion, turn-taking, backchanneling, and genderedcommunication. Transcription conventions will be reviewed fornoting language samples. (GR)

INT-107 Interpreter Orientation54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Interpreter Preparation ProgramAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides students with a working knowledge of theinterpreting profession, and examines basic principles andpractices of interpreting. The course also examines studentstrengths and weaknesses as they relate to interpreting andworking with Deaf people as well as developing and assessinginteractional skills needed for working in a practice profession.(GR)

INT-112 Comparative Linguistics: ASL and English36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Interpreter Preparation ProgramAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed for first year Interpreting Programstudents. The syntactic structures of ASL are reviewed, followedby an in-depth study of English syntax as it relates to semanticsand interpreting. (GR)

INT-115 Interpreting Preparation Skills18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Interpreter Preparation ProgramAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides the theoretical basis for interpretation. Theinterpreting process is broken down into process parts, isolated,and then practiced. Skills include memory discrimination, cloze,summarizing, and paraphrasing skills. ASL transcription andtranslation work and expressive fingerspelling are also practiced.(GR)



INT-116 Discourse Analysis: English54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Interpreter Preparation ProgramAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an overview of English discourse. Topics includediscourse structure, language variation, genre, register, prosody,cohesion, turn-taking, and gendered communication. Transcriptionconventions will be reviewed for noting language samples. (GR)

INT-127 Ethics I18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Interpreter Preparation ProgramAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course will focus on identifying and exploring students’personal ethics and beliefs as well as those of the majorityculture in the United States. (GR)

INT-145 Practicum: Deaf Mentorship243.00 hrs labUnits: 4.50Prerequisite: INT-115Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to provide Interpreter PreparationProgram students with a variety of experiences with Deaf adults.Students may be provided the opportunity to do some low-riskinterpreting. A weekly seminar is included to process experiencesof practicum experience. (GR)

INT-147 Introduction to Interpreting for People Who Are Deaf/Blind36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Interpreter Preparation Programor working Deaf and hearing interpreters with instructor’sconsentAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces and prepares students to work asinterpreters effectively and comfortably with individuals who aredeaf-blind and/or serve as a Student Service Provider (SSP).(GR)

INT-153 Interpreting: ASL to English72.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 6.00Prerequisite: INT-115Accepted For Credit: CSUThe focus of this course is interpreting from ASL into spokenEnglish. Texts will be analyzed for language use, meaning, andinterpreted into English, both written and spoken. Consecutiveand simultaneous interpreting will be studied and practiced.(GC)

INT-191A ASL Interpreting Workshops18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Working interpreter experience; four semesters ofASLAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a workshop for working interpreters coveringselected topics in the field of sign language interpreting. Thetheme and content of each workshop varies and is determinedby the faculty. (CR)

INT-191B ASL Interpreting Workshops36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Working interpreter experience; four semesters ofASLAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a workshop for working interpreters coveringselected topics in the field of sign language interpreting. Thetheme and content of each workshop varies and is determinedby the faculty. (CR)

INT-199A Introduction to Multicultural Issues in Interpreting18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Corequisite: INT-145, INT-147, INT-153, INT-199BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to multicultural issues importantto people working in a helping profession. Populations to behighlighted are American Indian/Native Americans, AfricanAmerican/Black, Asian, Pacific Islanders, and Latino. (GC)

INT-199B Introduction to Oral Facilitation9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Students must be admitted to the InterpreterPreparation Program and have passed with a C or better allfirst semester courses. Working and Deaf interpreters withconsent of instructor or department chair.Corequisite: INT-145, INT-147, INT-153, INT-199AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to working with Deaf peoplewho do not know sign language. Techniques for oraltransmission of information will be covered. (GR)

INT-199C Introduction to Medical Interpreting18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Corequisite: INT-253, or instructor approval for working andDeaf interpretersAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to interpreting in the medicalsetting. Topics include the wide variety of situations andconsumers in the setting, environmental considerations,interpersonal considerations, medical discourse, situationalethics, and resources. (GC)

INT-199D Introduction to Educational Interpreting K-1218.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Corequisite: IPP students must be in their third semestercourses and have passed all second semester courses with C or better. This course is also open to working interpreters.Deaf interpreters are welcome.Accepted For Credit: CSUAn introduction to interpreting in the educational setting with afocus on elementary and secondary levels of education.Emphasis will be on child development through the years,resource development, team building, roles and responsibilities,communicating with children, and situational ethics. (GC)

INT-199E Introduction to Post-Secondary Interpreting9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Corequisite: IPP students must be in their second year; alsoopen to working and Deaf interpreters with instructor approvalAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to interpreting in the post-secondary educational setting. The focus of this course is on theroles and responsibilities of the interpreter, languageassessment, resource development, situational ethics, identifyingdemands and controls in the wide variety of post-educationalsettings, and team building. (GC)



INT-199F Introduction to Social Service and Employment9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: INT-145, INT-147, INT-153, INT-199ACorequisite: Students must be registered in all third semestercourses: INT-227, INT-245, INT-253 and other INT-199 seriescourses. Working interpreters and Deaf Interpreters may joinwith instructor or Division Office approval.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to interpreting in the socialservice and employment setting. Topics include the wide varietyof situation and consumers in this setting, environmental,interpersonal considerations, vocabulary, discourse unique tothese settings, situational ethics, and resources. (GC)

INT-199G Introduction to Telephone and Video Relay Interpreting9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: INT-227, INT-245, INT-253, and INT-199 seriescourses. Non-IPP students must have approval of instructor orprogram director.Corequisite: INT-263, INT-295, INT-299, and other INT-199courses; BA-121A and BA-121BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to interpreting using thetelephone and video, interpreting remotely. Uniquecharacteristics of this medium, strategies, discourse styles, as wellas environmental, interpersonal, paralinguistic, and intra-personal considerations, will be discussed. Ethics will also beconsidered. (GC)

INT-199H Introduction to Mental Health Interpreting9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: INT-245, INT-253, INT-227 and various INT-199coursesCorequisite: IPP students must be enrolled in other thirdand/or fourth semester courses. Working interpreters and Deafinterpreters must get approval of instructor or programdirector.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to interpreting in the mentalhealth setting. Topics include the wide variety of situations andconsumers in the setting, environmental considerations,interpersonal considerations, mental health discourse, situationalethics, and resources. (GC)

INT-199I Introduction to Deaf/Hearing Team Interpreting9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: INT-253Corequisite: INT-263, INT-295, INT-299, and other INT-199courses. Deaf and working interpreters must have approval ofinstructor or program director.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to working in teams with hearingand Deaf interpreters. Topics include advocating for the use ofDeaf/hearing teams, environmental and interpersonalconsiderations, team development, negotiating strategies ofworking together, and ethical and cultural considerations. (GC)

INT-227 Ethics II: Interpreting Ethics and Decision-Making54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: INT-153Accepted For Credit: CSUThrough lecture, discussion, and role play, this course will coverethics as it relates to the field of sign language interpreting; theCode of Professional Conduct (CPC) from the Registry ofInterpreters for the Deaf (RID); professional behavior; andliability and preparation for the ethical portion of the nationalRID exam. Demand-Control Schema (DCS) will be the lens usedto determine effectiveness of actions taken by interpreters. Thiscourse is intended for Interpreter Preparation Program students.(GR)

INT-245 Phantom Interpreting54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: INT-153Accepted For Credit: CSUIn this course students will apply knowledge gained in the firstyear courses by interpreting live situations on campus and in thecommunity. Students will apply Demand-Control schemaanalysis of situations and assignment preparation. (GR)

INT-253 Interpreting: English to ASL72.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 6.00Prerequisite: INT-153Accepted For Credit: CSUThe focus of this course is interpreting from English into ASL.Texts will be analyzed for language use, meaning, andinterpreted into ASL. Consecutive and simultaneous interpretingwill be studied and practiced. (GR)

INT-263 Interpreting Across the Language Continuum54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: INT-253Accepted For Credit: CSUThe focus of this course is to interpret and match a wide rangeof language varieties that exist in the Deaf community.Monologic and dialogic/interactive texts will be presented. Liveand pre-recorded stimulus will be used. This course is intendedfor students in the fourth semester of the Interpreter PreparationProgram. (GR)

INT-295 Interpreting Internship243.00 hrs labUnits: 4.50Prerequisite: INT-253Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to give IPP students a concentrated fieldexperience in interpreting. Students will spend 180 hoursworking in at least two facilities providing ASL-Englishinterpreting services to Deaf and hearing individuals. Studentswill have on-site mentors and site-supervisors. (GR)

INT-299 Capstone Course54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: INT-227, INT-245, INT-253, and INT-199 seriescoursesCorequisite: INT-263, INT-295, and various INT-199 coursesAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is the final course of the IPP. Students will interpret analyzeand present a piece of work for a panel. Students will also createtheir exit portfolio. (GR)

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JAPANESE (JPNS)


JPNS-101A Elementary Japanese90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCIntroduction to speaking, understanding, reading, and writingJapanese. A communicative approach to the acquisition of thelanguage with emphasis on the appreciation of the culture. (GR)

JPNS-101B Elementary Japanese90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: JPNS-101A or two years of high school JapaneseAdvisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of speaking, understanding,reading, and writing Japanese. A communicative approach to theacquisition of the language with emphasis on the appreciation ofthe culture. (GR)

JPNS-102A Intermediate Japanese90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: JPNS-101B or three years of high school JapaneseAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of JPNS-101B with emphasis on thefour areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing inJapanese, as well as a greater in-depth study of Japanese culture.(GR)

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JOURNALISM (JOUR)


JOUR-101A Newswriting54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course trains students in newswriting techniques,interviewing, feature writing, ethics, and legal responsibilities.Online and broadcasting newswriting techniques are included.(GR) C-ID JOUR 110

JOUR-106 Reading Banned Books54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ENGL-106Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides a study of literature that has been bannedor censored. (GR)

JOUR-146 Photography/Graphic Arts Newspaper Staff9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-146Advisory: ART-106A or ART-133AAccepted For Credit: CSUStaff members initiate, plan, and complete photographic orgraphic art assignments for publication in the college newspaperand/or magazine. Training emphasizes use of techniques andskills that communicate ideas effectively to a mass mediaaudience. Photographers and artists have access to Macintoshcomputers, scanners, and Photoshop for completion ofassignments. Students are also introduced to legal and ethicalresponsibilities. JOUR-146 students are expected to produce onephoto/graphic per issue. (GC)



The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony is held in August 2016 to open the new swimming pool on the Fremont campus.

JOUR-147 Photography/Graphic Arts Newspaper Staff18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-147Advisory: ART-106A or ART-133AAccepted For Credit: CSUStaff members initiate, plan, and complete photographic orgraphic art assignments for publication in the college newspaperand/or magazine. Training emphasizes use of techniques andskills that communicate ideas effectively to a mass mediaaudience. Photographers and artists have access to Macintoshcomputers, scanners, and Photoshop for completion ofassignments. Students are also introduced to legal and ethicalresponsibilities. JOUR-147 students are expected to produce twophotos or graphics per issue. (GC)

JOUR-148 Photography/Graphic Arts Newspaper Staff36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-148Advisory: ART-106A or ART-133AAccepted For Credit: CSUStaff members initiate, plan, and complete photographic orgraphic art assignments for publication in the college newspaperand/or magazine. Training emphasizes use of techniques andskills that communicate ideas effectively to a mass mediaaudience. Photographers and artists have access to digitalcameras, Macintosh computers, scanners, and Photoshop forcompletion of assignments. Students are also introduced to legaland ethical responsibilities. JOUR-148 students are expected toproduce three photos or graphics per issue. This course is usuallyreserved for managers and editors. (GC)

JOUR-155 Mass Media and Society54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: BRDC-155Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCWe swim in an ocean of media. Our thoughts, beliefs, lifechoices, jobs, government, and shopping decisions are allinfluenced by the media. Most of us complain about it, but wewouldn’t turn the media off, even if we could. Yet we don’t knowmuch about it. Who decides what messages get sent? What dothe senders want? How do we process the messages? How doesthe technology work? Your media exposure will continue for therest of your life. This course aims to make you a more informed,and a critical consumer. (GR) C-ID JOUR 100

JOUR-171 Newspaper Writing and Editing Staff18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, JOUR-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUStaff members gather information, write, and edit stories forpublication in the college newspaper, the Monitor, and theMonitor’s online edition. They also write columns and editorials.Working as a team, the staff plans and designs each issue. JOUR-171 students are expected to contribute two stories per issue.(GR)

JOUR-172 Newspaper Writing and Editing Staff36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, JOUR-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUStaff members gather information, write, and edit stories forpublication in the college newspaper, the Monitor, and on theMonitor’s online edition. They also write columns and editorials.Working as a team, the staff plans and designs each issue.Students are expected to contribute one to three stories perissue. (GR) C-ID JOUR 130

JOUR-177 Advertising Staff18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers practical experience in advertising productionrelated to the student newspaper and magazine. Staff memberssell and design ads, maintain regular accounts, and solicit newadvertisers. JOUR-177 students are expected to make two adcontacts per week. (GR)

JOUR-178 Advertising Staff36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers practical experience in advertising productionrelated to the student newspaper and magazine. Staff memberssell and design ads, maintain regular accounts, and solicit newadvertisers. JOUR-178 students are expected to make three adcontacts per week. This course is usually reserved for managersand editors. (GR)

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KINESIOLOGY (KIN)


KIN-240 Introduction to Kinesiology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to introduce students to the fields ofphysical education, exercise science, and allied health. Thehistory and trends of physical education and the humanmovement sciences will be discussed. Also included in thecourse will be the career options covering areas such as exercisephysiology, biomechanics, motor learning, sports pedagogy,sports sociology, and related areas in athletic training, sportsmanagement, and allied health. (GC) C-ID KIN 100

KIN-250 First Aid and CPR36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course involves the theory and detailed demonstration offirst aid care of an injured individual. Students will learn to assessthe condition of a victim and incorporate proper treatment.Standard first aid, CPR, and AED certification(s) are optionalupon successful completion of course requirements. (GC)



Did you know???The student newspaper, the Monitor, used to be called the Saints Herald.

The first issue was published on November 2, 1967.

KIN-251 Fitness for Life54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for students who wish to understandmethods of assessment for cardiovascular fitness, muscularstrength and endurance, flexibility, body composition, nutrition,and stress level. These concepts can then be used as a basis fordesigning and implementing a personal fitness program andincreasing awareness regarding enhanced quality of life. (GC)

KIN-257 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: ENGL-151B and BIOL-103AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is a course designed to introduce basic prevention and careof athletic injuries. Concepts will include injury recognition,evaluation, management, and rehabilitation. The practicalexperience will include taping and protective paddingtechniques, determining vital signs, and emergency first aidprocedures as applied to athletic injuries. (GR)

KIN-258 Exercise Prescription36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to introduce principles of exerciseprescription. This course is preparatory for the National Academyof Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)examination. Topics will include exercise physiology applications,exercise program design, exercise program components andapplications, and nutritional considerations relating to exercise.(GC)

KIN-381 Clinical Experiences in Athletic Training I54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: KIN-257Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides students with practical exposure to theathletic training room setting. Students will observe andparticipate under direct supervision in the treatment, evaluation,and rehabilitation of student athletes injured during practices orcompetitions. Students will practice the application of athletictraining techniques and procedures according to protocolsestablished by the athletic trainer. (CR)

KIN-382 Clinical Experiences in Athletic Training II108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: KIN-381Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides students with practical exposure to theathletic training room setting. Students will actively participateunder direct supervision in the treatment, evaluation, andrehabilitation of student athletes injured during practices orcompetitions. Students will practice the application of athletictraining procedures according to protocols established by theathletic trainer. (CR)

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LAW ENFORCEMENT (LE)




LE-230 Basic Public Safety Dispatcher30.00 hrs lecture, 90.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151BThis course is designed to provide public safety dispatchers withthe necessary skills and knowledge to perform their job.Curriculum includes computer systems, familiarization, legalupdates, communications techniques, etc. The course willcontain POST curriculum, as well as local training mandates.Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

LE-235A1 Basic Public Safety Dispatcher Update10.00 hrs lecture, 30.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Basic Public Safety Dispatch or equivalentThis course is designed to provide necessary and requiredcontinuing professional training to public safety dispatchers asrequired by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards andTraining (POST). Topics include radio procedures, radio systems,telephone procedures, legal updates, and emergency dispatchingtechniques. POST certified. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

LE-235A2 Basic Public Safety Dispatcher Update20.00 hrs lecture, 60.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: Basic Public Safety Dispatch or equivalentThis course is designed to provide necessary and requiredcontinuing professional training to public safety dispatches asrequired by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards andTraining (POST). Topics include radio procedures, radio systems,telephone procedures, legal updates, and emergency dispatchingtechniques. POST certified. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)

LE-235A3 Basic Public Safety Dispatcher Update30.00 hrs lecture, 90.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: Basic Public Safety Dispatch or equivalentThis course is designed to provide necessary and requiredcontinuing professional training to public safety dispatches arerequired by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards andTraining (POST). Topics include radio procedures, radio systems,telephone procedures, legal updates, and emergency dispatchingtechniques. POST certified. Repeatable = 5 times (CR)



LE-236 Dispatch Advanced Radio Communications36.00 hrs lecture, 180.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: Familiarity with and ability to demonstrate all ofthe following skills: Communication center radio equipment:components and their functions; back-up radios/microphones;code books: penal; vehicle; welfare and institutions; health andsafety; business and professions; government code;municipal/county; maps and street guides: Thomas Guide;city/county; district/beat/run/sector; geographic informationsystems (GIS); township and range; public services: city/countymaintenance/towing; city, county, state, and federalgovernment.This course will enhance police dispatching skills, as the coursespecifically focuses on radio communications. Students will studycodes and departmental procedures and will respond to callsranging from traffic emergencies to potentially dangeroussituations. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable = 5times (CR)

LE-240 Communications Training Officer32.00 hrs lecture, 8.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Basic Public Safety Dispatch or equivalentThis course is to educate communications trainers to theirresponsibilities and roles in training new dispatchers. This coursewill provide students with the skills necessary to effectivelymanage the demand of their specific training assignment. Thisprogram includes topics as the role of the trainer, elements ofinstruction, legal aspects and liabilities, evaluations anddocumentation, critical incident stress, and practical exercises.Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

LE-245A Emergency Medical Dispatcher18.00 hrs lecture, 6.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50This course is designed to provide public safety dispatchers withthe general knowledge of how the emergency system operatesand the services that are available. The course includes medicaldispatch orientation, basic telecommunications, allocation ofEMS resources, medico-legal considerations, introduction to thePre-Arrival Instruction Program, treatment sequence cards, pre-arrival instruction cards, interactive scenarios, multi-casualtyincident/disasters, quality assurance program, and criticalincident stress management. Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

LE-245A1 Emergency Medical Dispatcher30.00 hrs lecture, 10.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00This course is designed to provide public safety dispatchers withthe general knowledge of how the emergency system operatesand the services that are available. The course includes medicaldispatch orientation, basic telecommunications, allocation ofEMS resources, medico-legal considerations, introduction to thePre-Arrival Instruction Program, treatment sequence cards, pre-arrival instruction cards, interactive scenarios, multi-casualtyincident/disasters, quality assurance program, and criticalincident stress management. Repeatable = 5 times (GR)

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LEARNING SKILLS PROGRAM (LSP)

Division: Counseling Division Administrative Assistant: Barbara RichardsonLocation: Fremont campus, Room 7322Phone number: (510) 659-6037

LSP-101 Learning Skills: Writing Fundamentals54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Approval of DSPS counselorThis course assists students with learning challenges to developskills for the successful completion of English courses. Focus ison creating a more thorough understanding of grammaticalconcepts while strengthening basic writing skills. Compensatorytechniques and assistive technology will be taught with anemphasis on multi-modal learning. Not applicable to associatedegree. (GR)

LSP-102 Learning Skills: Quantitative Reasoning54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00This course assists Learning Disabled students in developingskills for the successful completion of math courses. Focus is oncreating a more thorough understanding of math conceptsthrough practice and multi-modal learning. Not applicable toassociate degree. (GR)

LSP-103 Advanced Writing Fundamentals54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Approval of DSPS counselorThis course assists students with learning difficulties to build skillsin English grammar and usage in order to write clear paragraphsand informal essays. Concentration is on raising the level ofwriting for success in mainstream college composition classes.Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

LSP-111 Job Seeking Skills18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00This course is for students who are Department of Rehabilitation(DoR) clients involved in the DoR/Ohlone College WorkAbility III(WAIII) partnership. The course provides students with the skillsnecessary to seek and obtain employment. The course willdiscuss resume and cover letter writing, interviewing skills, ADAlaws, employment rights, goals assessment, workplace behavior,and job retention. Students will complete a portfolio whichincludes a resume, cover letter, letters of recommendation, andsample application. Not applicable to associate degree. (CR)

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LIBRARY SCIENCE (LS)


LS-101 Steps to Successful Research18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces students to information retrieval andevaluation. Students choose a topic, design a research strategy,find and evaluate online and print sources relating to their topic,and create an annotated bibliography as a final project. (CR)

LS-151 Internet for Research9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Cross-referenced Course: CS-151Advisory: ENGL-151AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on finding and evaluating information on theInternet for academic research. The course introduces studentsto the principles of Internet search strategies, citation styles, andhow to avoid plagiarism. (CR)

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MATHEMATICS (MATH)


MATH-101A Calculus with Analytic Geometry90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: MATH-188Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes review of functions and graphs; elements ofanalytic geometry; limits; continuity; differentiation of algebraic,trigonometric, logarithmic, exponential, inverse trigonometricfunctions; applications of the derivative; introduction tointegration; and some applications of the definite integral. (GR)C-ID MATH 210

MATH-101B Calculus with Analytic Geometry90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: MATH-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes techniques of integration, relatedapplications, infinite series, and an advanced treatment of conics,parametric equations, and polar coordinates. (GR) C-ID MATH220

MATH-101C Calculus with Analytic Geometry90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: MATH-101BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes vector analysis, functions of severalvariables, partial derivatives, multiple integration, integration ofvector valued functions, and applications. (GR) C-ID MATH 230

MATH-103 Introduction to Linear Algebra54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-101BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes an introduction to linear algebra includingvector spaces, matrices, determinants, linear transformations,eigenvectors, techniques of solving systems of equations, andapplications. (GR) C-ID MATH 250

MATH-104 Differential Equations90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: MATH-101BAdvisory: MATH-101C and MATH-103Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes the study of the traditional topics in ordinarydifferential equations as well as series solutions, Laplacetransforms, systems of equations, and selected applications.(GR) C-ID MATH 240

MATH-111 Introduction to Matlab for Engineers54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-101AAdvisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides students with an introduction to thesoftware package Matlab. Topics include programming, two andthree-dimensional graphing, data import and export, curvefitting, recursion, and applications to calculus. (GR)

MATH-151 Algebra I90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: MATH-191 or MATH-192This course includes the study of operations on algebraicexpressions, linear equations and inequalities, graphs of linearequations, systems of equations (two variables), exponents,polynomials, factoring, and rational expressions. Not applicableto associate degree. (GR)

MATH-151A Algebra I (Part 1)54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.50Prerequisite: MATH-191 or MATH-192This course includes the study of operations using signednumbers, equations (two variables) and inequalities, graphs, andan introduction to systems of equations. The course emphasizesproblem-solving skills. Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

MATH-151B Algebra I (Part 2)54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.50Prerequisite: MATH-151AThis course includes exponents, polynomials, factoring, rationalexpressions, and applications. Not applicable to associatedegree. (GR)



MATH-152 Algebra II90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: MATH-151; MATH-151A and MATH-151B; orplacement evaluationThis course includes the study of systems of equations; relations;functions and their graphs; conic sections; exponential andlogarithmic functions; arithmetic and geometric sequences andseries; and the binomial theorem. (GR)

MATH-152A Algebra II (Part 1)54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.50Prerequisite: MATH-151; MATH-151A and MATH-151B; orplacement evaluationThis course includes the study of functions, systems of linearequations, inequalities, radical expressions, equations, problemsolving, and complex numbers. (GR)

MATH-152B Algebra II (Part 2)54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.50Prerequisite: MATH-152A or placement evaluationThis course includes the study of quadratic functions andequations, exponential and logarithmic functions, conic sections,sequences, series, sigma notation, and the binomial expansion.(GR)

MATH-153 Intermediate Algebra54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-151; MATH-151A and MATH-151B; orplacement evaluationThis course includes the study of relations and functions andtheir graphs, quadratic equations, parabolas, exponential andlogarithmic functions, and sigma notation. (GR)

MATH-155 Math for the Associate Degree54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-151 or placement evaluationThis course meets the minimum general education mathematicsrequirement. The course uses the concepts of beginning algebra(Algebra I), problem solving skills, and analytical thinking toinvestigate areas such as consumer concerns, recreational math,probability, math in sports, statistics, geometry, trigonometry,and math in the work place. (GR)

MATH-156 Math for Liberal Arts54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-152, MATH-153, or placement evaluationAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for liberal arts and education studentsand uses the concepts learned in Intermediate Algebra. This is asurvey course of college mathematics with emphasis placed onthe nature of mathematics, problem solving, and thinkingpatterns. Topics covered will be selected from the areas of setsand logic, methods of proof, elements of probability andstatistics, geometry, systems of numeration, math of finance,basic trigonometry and calculus, math history, and linearprogramming. (GR)

MATH-158 Pre-Statistics90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00This course will cover select topics from pre-algebra, algebra I,geometry, and statistics. Specifically the course will introducestudents to collection of data, summary of data, and basictechniques for interpreting data. This course is intended toprepare students for MATH-159. (GR)

MATH-159 Introduction to Statistics90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: MATH-152, MATH-153, or placement evaluationAdvisory: ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will cover the use of probability techniques,hypothesis testing, and predictive techniques to facilitatedecision-making. Topics include descriptive statistics; probabilityand sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation andlinear regression; analysis of variance, chi-square and t-tests; andapplication of technology for statistical analysis including theinterpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings.Applications using data from disciplines including business,social sciences, psychology, life science, health science, andeducation. (GR) C-ID MATH 110

MATH-163 Discrete Mathematics for Computers54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-188Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to discrete mathematics and itsapplications. Topics to be covered include logic, sets, relations,functions, combinatorics, graph and tree theory, Booleanalgebra, Proofs, and algorithms. Applications to computer studiesand other related areas will be presented. (GC)

MATH-166 Finite Mathematics72.00 hrs lectureUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: MATH-152 or MATH-152BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes the core concepts of set theory, systems oflinear equations and inequalities, linear programming, matrices,math of finance with applications to business and social sciences,and an introduction to probability and decision making. (GR)

MATH-167 Calculus for Business and Social Science90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: MATH-152Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes the concepts of relations; algebraic,exponential, and logarithmic functions; differential and integralcalculus; functions of several variables and partial derivativeswith applications to business, finance, and the social sciences.(GR) C-ID MATH 140



MATH-181 Trigonometry54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-152 or placement evaluationAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on understanding the definitions andprinciples of trigonometry and their applications to problem-solving. (GR)

MATH-188 Pre-Calculus90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: MATH-181Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a review of the concepts and skills necessary forcalculus. The course includes the theory and graphing ofelementary, exponential, and logarithmic functions; a review oftrigonometry; systems of linear and quadratic equations; and anintroduction to sequences and series. (GR)

MATH-190 Basic Mathematics54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00This course includes a study of the arithmetic of whole numbers,fractions, and decimals; applications of arithmetic-ratios,percents, word problems, and U.S. metric systems ofmeasurement; statistical graphs, measurement of centraltendency, and word problems employing those concepts. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GR)

MATH-190A Basic Mathematics (Self-Paced)27.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.50This self-paced course covers the arithmetic of whole numbers,integers, fractions, and decimals. Completion of MATH-190A andMATH-190B is equivalent to MATH-190. Not applicable toassociate degree. (GR)

MATH-190B Basic Mathematics (Self-Paced)27.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.50Prerequisite: MATH-190AThis self-paced course covers ratios, proportions, percents, theU.S. customary and metric systems of measurement, statisticalgraphs, measurements of central tendency, and word problemsemploying those concepts. Completion of MATH-190A andMATH-190B is equivalent to MATH-190. Not applicable toassociate degree. (GR)

MATH-191 Pre-Algebra54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MATH-190, MATH-190B, or placement evaluationThis course includes a study of signed integers, fractions, anddecimals; variables and problem-solving; and applications ingeometry. This course also covers study skills. Not applicable toassociate degree. (GR)

MATH-192 Basic Mathematics and Pre-Algebra90.00 hrs lectureUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: MATH-190 or placement evaluationThis course covers topics from arithmetic through an introductionto algebra. Topics include basic operations on whole numbers,fractions, mixed numbers, decimal numbers, and signednumbers, along with presenting word problem applications foreach. Additional topics include order of operations, ratio andproportion, solving percent problems, and an introduction tovariables and beginning concepts of algebra. Algebraic conceptsto be introduced include addition, subtraction, multiplication, anddivision of algebraic expressions and solving algebraic equations.Not applicable to associate degree. (GR)

MATH-199 Success in Math18.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in another Math classThis course is designed to assist students in learningmathematics through the development of successful study skillsand exam taking methods. Students will also be provided withskills necessary to overcome any math anxieties they may have.This course addresses learning styles, reading math textbooks,completing homework assignments, and taking notes. Notapplicable to associate degree. (CR)

MATH-365 Supervised Tutoring90.00 hrs labUnits: 0.00Prerequisite: Instructor or counselor referralThis course provides students with individualized tutoring. Itassists students to develop a learning methodology in a subject.It includes diagnosis and consultation with tutorial coordinatorand supervised tutoring by part-time instructional aides and/orstudent tutors. Not applicable to associate degree. Repeatable =3 times (NG)

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MULTIMEDIA (MM)


MM-100 Introduction to Concepts in Digital Media54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCDigital technologies continue to have a profound effect on all aspectsof human society, and new forms of digital media are increasinglyperceived as essential to contemporary daily life. These technologieshave altered how we work, communicate, learn, and interact witheach other. We can observe unprecedented transformations andinnovations in new media technologies almost every day. Thiscourse is a non-technical introduction to the history, theory, andpractice of digital technologies and their applications within science,society, culture, and art. Students will gain an understanding of newmedia through an in-depth analysis of the history and trends withinemerging technologies. They will examine the work of scientists,designers, political organizers, and multimedia artists who havedeveloped technologies and explored new means of integratingthese technologies into everyday life. Students will gain insight intothe ways interdisciplinary collaboration and information sharingimpact the development of the digital frontier. (GC)



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MM-102A Introduction to Multimedia36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUIn this course students will explore technical, artistic, and creativeways to produce animations, images, and basic interactivemultimedia projects for web, print, and mobile devices. Thecourse employs industry standard software and introduces newtechnologies such as augmented reality. Topics includetypography, design principles, multimedia terminology,copyright issues, image, sound manipulation, and creating ARapplications for mobile devices. (GC) C-ID ARTS 250

MM-105 Web Site Design54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: CS-101Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn to create websites of their choice by learningto hand-code HTML and CSS and by using the latest softwareapplications. In addition to technical skills, the course’s emphasisis on design principles to create prototypes, Graphic UserInterfaces, and navigations that are user centric and considerprinciples of user experience design. Topics include CSS,typography, color, copyright issues, accessibility, contracts, digitalimaging optimization, and techniques to display sound,animation, and video. (GC)

MM-106 Advanced Interaction Design for Web and Mobile36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to advanced techniques inwebsite design and web-based mobile applications. In additionto industry standard software like Dreamweaver and Photoshop,this course focuses on CSS for layout, user experience design,and navigation. Topics include rapid prototyping, forms, Ajax andJQuery, dynamic image galleries; building accessible and flexiblelayouts for screen, tablets, and mobile devices; and professionalpractices in website design. (GC)

MM-107 WordPress4.50 hrs lecture, 13.50 hrs labUnits: 0.50WordPress is a free and open source content managementsystem (CMS) and one of the most popular online tools to buildwebsites. In this hands-on course students learn how to install,setup, customize, and publish websites using the WordPressplatform. (GC)

MM-109 2D Animation36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: CS-101Accepted For Credit: CSULearn the essential tools in Flash for creating graphics, characteranimations, interactive interfaces, games, and interactive contentfor the web. In addition to animation, the course introducesstudents to basic ActionScript, the powerful programminglanguage in Flash, to control the timeline, properties of symbols,and user input. (GC)

MM-110 Digital Video for the Web and DVD54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-140Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a hands-on introduction to digital video to developmedia production skills. The course combines equipmentdemonstrations, technical workshops, lectures on film theory,readings, discussion, and critiques to give students a fullyrounded introduction to all aspects of digital video productionand post-production. Topics include producing narrative anddocumentary style videos, camera proxemics, composition,editing, video file formats and compression, special effects, andproducing videos for a variety of outputs. (GR)

MM-112 Motion Graphics36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: GA-112Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to concepts, practices, andtechniques in Motion Graphic Design and Visual Effects software.Topics include digital compositing, animation, interaction designand visual effects to produce captivating communication designfor film, TV, web, and multimedia industries. (GR)

MM-113 Mobile Application Development36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a practical and project-oriented introduction tocreating web and native applications for mobile platforms,specifically for Apple iOS and Android devices. Topics coveredinclude user interface design, software design patterns,application architectures, Dreamweaver’s mobile templates,jQuery Mobile, and PhoneGap. (GC)

MM-114 Textures for 3D36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: MM-102A and MM-121AStudents will learn different techniques to enhance 3D objectsand environments using 3D modeling and 2D paint software.The topics covered are painting textures, manipulating digitalimages, texture mapping, lighting techniques, camera shots,applying principles of art, design to 3D imagery, and renderingimages for multimedia and print. (GC)

MM-118 Introduction to Video Game Design36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on the process of planning, developing, andcreating content for video games. Students will gain anunderstanding of the video game industry, and learn how todesign characters, levels, and design documents. (GC)

MM-119 Video Game Development36.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: MM-118Advisory: MM-114 and MM-121AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on producing video games using 3Dsoftware and game engines. Students work individually and in ateam environment and follow production practices employed inthe video game industry. Topics include 2D and 3D gamedevelopment processes, graphics, game scripting, motioncontrol, narratives in games, interface design for gamedevelopment, artificial intelligence, music, and sound. (GR)



MM-121A 3D Modeling36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: CS-101Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn different techniques to model virtual objectsand environments using 3D modeling software. The topicscovered are designing characters, modeling, texture mapping,lighting techniques, camera shots, 3D scene layout, and renderingimages for different multimedia applications. Introduction to basic3D animation techniques will be covered. (GC)

MM-121B 3D Animation36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MM-121AAdvisory: MM-102AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course encompasses all major aspects of creating 3Danimations using the latest animation software. Students willcreate original artwork and present their work in class. The topicscovered include storyboards, principles of animation, functioncurves, bones, introduction to inverse kinematics, cameramotion, lighting, rendering, scene direction, and exportinganimations. (GC)

MM-121C Advanced 3D Modeling and Animation36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MM-121BAdvisory: MM-102AAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn advanced techniques in modeling andanimation using 3D animation software. The topics includeadvanced modeling tools, texture mapping, topology and facialexpressions, lighting and reflection effects, function curves,particle systems, camera effects, scene direction, sound, basicvideo editing, rigging and skinning, and animating using inversekinematics. (GC)

MM-123 3D Prototyping and 3D Printing36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU3D printing is reshaping the fields of art, science, and technologyby revolutionizing how things are made. This course explores 3DPrinter rapid-prototyping technology to design and print custominterlocking 3D parts, culminating in building functional electro-mechanical devices such as flying drone copters and robots.Students will gain the theoretical and practical knowledgenecessary to wield this transformative technology in the realworld. (GC)

MM-160 Multimedia Portfolio Development36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MM-102AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course will focus on the development of student portfoliosfor the purpose of presentation on the web. Students will learnabout the “cultures” of the multimedia industry, review job rolesand responsibilities, go on field trips, and get advice fromprofessionals in the industry. Topics covered include creating adigital portfolio for the web, evaluation of student work,resources in multimedia, preparing a resume, designing andproducing business cards, preparing contracts, job huntingtechniques, and preparing for a job interview. (GR)

MM-161 Business Basics for Multimedia9.00 hrs lecture, 9.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed for students wishing to start successfulself-employed careers. The course will cover the basics ofopening and running a business in the multimedia industry(graphic design, web development, etc.), working with clients,time management, marketing strategies, and contracts. (GC)

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MUSIC (MUS)


MUS-100 Survey of the Arts54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-100, IS-100, TD-100Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course theatre, art, and music are explored throughdiscussion, historical review, and contemporary issues. Thepurpose of this course is to increase students’ understanding andenjoyment of the arts. The course is taught by three instructors,one from each discipline. (GR)

MUS-101 Music Appreciation: Western Classical Music54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course concentrates on the development of an attentivestyle of listening, the introduction and systematic study of thebuilding blocks of music, and enhancing awareness of the mainmusical styles of selected western cultures. (GR) C-ID MUS 100

MUS-102 Music Appreciation54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introductory course in music for studentswithout previous formal training in music, listening, orperformance. The course is designed to provide understandingand enjoyment through informed listening, analysis, anddiscernment of musical element, forms, and repertoire. Thematerial selected is from all styles, periods, and cultures. (GR)

MUS-103 Fundamentals of Music54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is an introductory course for students investigating the studyof musical notation, keys, scales, chords, and ear training. (GC)C-ID MUS 110



MUS-104 Music of World Cultures54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCA survey of traditional and contemporary music from around theworld including, but not limited to, Africa, India, Indonesia,South/Central America, Caribbean, Europe, China, Japan, andthe United States. This course will deal with the traditionalinstruments and ensembles, as well as vocal techniques andperformance practices particular to each region. Requiresattendance at selected events offered by Ohlone College at theGary Soren Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. (GR)

MUS-106 American Roots Music: 1700-195054.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCWhere does American popular music originate? This coursecovers a study of the international musical and culturalinfluences over the past two centuries that gave rise to theuniquely “American” styles that are now part of the world’spopular music fabric. Musical research and analysis will befeatured alongside the study of pertinent historical/sociologicalevents and influences. (GR)

MUS-108 Songwriting36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will expose students to the analytical processes,compositional techniques, and marketing fundamentals involvedin the business of commercial songwriting. Song demos will becreated in the computer program GarageBand. Final projects willbe played and recorded by live musicians in the Ohlonerecording studio. Ability to play guitar or piano will be extremelyhelpful. (GR)

MUS-110A Music Theory and Harmony54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Corequisite: MUS-111AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course, through guided composition and analysis,incorporates the following concepts: rhythm and meter; basicproperties of sound; intervals; diatonic scales and triads; diatonicchords, basic cadential formulas, and phrase structure; dominantseventh; figured bass symbols; and non-harmonic tones.Development of skills in handwritten notation is expected. (GR)C-ID MUS 120

MUS-110B Harmony54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MUS-110ACorequisite: MUS-111BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes the study of diatonic harmony in majorkeys, major and minor triads, inversions, modulation, non-harmonic tones, and secondary dominants. The course includeswriting for the piano using the phrase, period, and two and threepart song form. This course is the second in the four-semestertheory sequence. Requires attendance at selected events offeredby Ohlone College at the Gary Soren Smith Center for the Fineand Performing Arts. (GR) C-ID MUS 130

MUS-110C Advanced Harmony54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MUS-110BCorequisite: MUS-111CAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of chromatic harmony with particularemphasis on the chronological development of harmonic andcontrapuntal techniques from the 16th through the 19th centuries.This course is the third in the four-semester theory sequence.Requires attendance at selected events offered by Ohlone Collegeat the Gary Soren Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.(GR) C-ID MUS 140

MUS-110D Advanced Harmony54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: MUS-110CCorequisite: MUS-111DAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of compositional materials and techniquesfrom the 19th century to the present. This course is the fourth ofa four-semester theory sequence. (GR) C-ID MUS 150

MUS-111A Musicianship I18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Corequisite: MUS-110AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course develops facility in sight singing, ear training, and theability to take musical-dictation. (GR) C-ID MUS 125

MUS-111B Musicianship II18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-111AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course continues the development and application of skillsin sight singing, ear training, and the ability to take musicaldictation. This curriculum parallels the analytical conceptspresented in MUS-110B, Harmony. (GR) C-ID MUS 135

MUS-111C Musicianship III18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-111BCorequisite: MUS-110CAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course continues the development and application of skillsin sight singing, ear training, and the ability to take musicaldictation. This curriculum parallels the analytical conceptspresented in MUS-110C, Advanced Harmony. (GR) C-ID MUS145

MUS-111D Musicianship IV18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-111CCorequisite: MUS-110DAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course continues the development and application of skillsin sight singing, ear training, and the ability to take musicaldictation. This curriculum parallels the analytical conceptspresented in MUS-110D, Advanced Harmony. (GR) C-ID MUS155



MUS-112A Pro Tools 10154.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUIntroduction to Pro Tools covers basic Pro Tools principlesnecessary to complete a Pro Tools project. Students are eligibleto take AVID (Pro Tools 101) certification upon completion of thiscourse. (GR)

MUS-112B Pro Tools 11054.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: MUS-112AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides a more detailed look at the Pro Toolssystem. The course covers all the key concepts and skills neededto operate a Pro Tools system including recording, editing, andmixing. This is the second course in the official Avid Pro Toolscurriculum and the course provides a foundation for the later ProTools Music Production and Post Production courses. (GR)

MUS-113 Studio Recording54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: BRDC-132Advisory: MUS-112AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to the recording studio. The coursefollows the path of audio signals through the microphone, mixer,signal processors, digital audio workstation (DAW), andmonitoring stations. The course explores various types ofmicrophones, the functions of virtual mixing boards, thecharacteristics of plug-in signal processors, and recordingtechniques. This course culminates in the production of afinished master recording audio file. (GR)

MUS-121 The History of Jazz54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course involves the study of jazz, its historical background,and its development in the world. The course is open to allstudents. (GR)

MUS-122 History of Rock and Roll: Music and Culture of the 1950’s54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: HIST-141, IS-142Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents a historical overview of the emergence ofrock and roll music as a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. Themajor figures of the 1950’s—Bill Haley, Fats Domino, ElvisPresley, Chuck Berry, and Little Richard—will be studiedalongside the major historical events and trends that shaped thisdecade. The course is designed to gradually develop a student’sappreciation for this art form while simultaneously exposing thesymbiotic interrelationship between rock and roll and Americanculture. The course will chart how rock and roll simultaneouslyreflects and affects society by grounding the key people, events,and songs within their historical context. (GC)

MUS-123 History of Rock and Roll: Music and Culture of the 1960’s54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: HIST-142, IS-143Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course charts the evolution of Rock and Roll music from thelate 1950’s through the 1960’s, focusing on the history of theperiod as well as a detailed analysis of the stylistic developmentof this important musical genre. The course is designed togradually develop students’ appreciation for this art form whilesimultaneously exposing the symbiotic interrelationship betweenrock and American society. (GC)

MUS-125 History of Rock and Roll: Music and Culture Since 197054.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: HIST-143Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines the development of popular music and itsintegration with general culture and society since 1970 and intothe new millennium. The course will include identification andanalysis of art rock, disco, new wave, reggae, rap, hip-hop,worldbeat, and other musical genres. (GR)

MUS-160A Beginning Class Piano18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course consists of self-paced group piano lessons forbeginners and students who wish to develop elementary skill atthe keyboard. The course is required for music majors andrecommended for teaching credential applicants. It is alsorecommended for all students interested in learning the pianofor fun. (GC)

MUS-160B Class Piano18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: MUS-160AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course consists of class piano lessons for beginners andstudents who wish to develop elementary skill at the keyboard.The course is required for music majors and recommended forteaching credential applicants. It is also recommended for allstudents interested in learning the piano for fun. (GC)

MUS-160C Class Piano18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: MUS-160BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course consists of intermediate level class piano lessons forstudents who wish to develop skill at the keyboard. The courseis required for music majors and recommended for teachingcredential applicants. It is also recommended for all studentsinterested in learning the piano for fun. (GC)

MUS-160D Class Piano18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: MUS-160CAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course consists of intermediate level class piano lessons forstudents who wish to develop skill at the keyboard. The courseis required for music majors and recommended for teachingcredential applicants. It is also recommended for all studentsinterested in learning the piano for fun. (GR)



MUS-160E Piano Repertoire18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: MUS-160DAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course consists of intermediate to advanced level classpiano lessons for students who wish to develop skill at thekeyboard. The course is required for music majors andrecommended for teaching credential applicants. It is alsorecommended for all students interested in learning the pianofor fun. (GR)

MUS-160F Piano Repertoire18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: MUS-160EAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course consists of intermediate to advanced level classpiano lessons for students who wish to develop skill at thekeyboard. It is required for music majors and recommended forteaching credential applicants. It is also recommended for allstudents interested in learning the piano for fun. Requiresattendance at selected events offered by Ohlone College at theGary Soren Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. (GR)

MUS-161A Class Guitar18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is group instruction giving students the opportunityto experience playing the guitar in solo, accompaniment, andensemble settings. The repertoire represents all stylistic periods.Students must provide their own guitar. (GR)

MUS-161B Class Guitar II18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-161AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the second level of group instruction givingstudents the opportunity to learn song accompaniment, solo andensemble experience playing the guitar. The literature representsall stylistic periods. Students must provide their own guitar. (GC)

MUS-161C Class Guitar III18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-161BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the third level of group instruction giving studentsexperience playing solo, accompaniment, and ensemble guitarmusic. The repertoire represents all stylistic periods. Studentsmust provide their own guitar. (GC)

MUS-161D Class Guitar IV18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-161CAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the fourth level of group instruction givingstudents the opportunity to learn solo, accompaniment, andensemble music on the guitar. The repertoire used covers manystylistic periods. Students must provide their own guitar. (GC)

MUS-161E Class Guitar V18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-161DAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the fifth level of group guitar instruction. Theliterature represents all stylistic periods. Students must providetheir own guitar. (GC)

MUS-161F Class Guitar VI18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-161EAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the sixth level of group guitar instruction. Theliterature represents all stylistic periods. Students must providetheir own guitar. (GC)

MUS-162A Class Voice — Beginning18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will offer group instruction in vocal production withemphasis on solo literature. Many common vocal problems willbe identified and analyzed through classroom participation anddiscussion utilizing vocal literature and art songs. Requiresattendance at selected events offered by Ohlone College at theGary Soren Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. (GC)

MUS-162B Class Voice — Beginning18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-162AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will offer group instruction in vocal production withemphasis on solo literature. Many common vocal problems willbe identified and analyzed through classroom participation anddiscussion utilizing vocal literature and art songs. Requiresattendance at selected events offered by Ohlone College at theGary Soren Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. (GC)

MUS-162C Class Voice — Intermediate18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-162BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will practice correct tone production, diction, stagepresence, and style interpretation. Vocal problems are identifiedand corrected while students study literature consisting ofstandard vocal repertoire. (GR)

MUS-162D Class Voice — Intermediate18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-162CAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents practice correct tone production, diction, stagepresence, and style interpretation. Vocal problems are identifiedand corrected while students study literature consisting ofstandard vocal repertoire. (GR)

MUS-162E Vocal Repertoire18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-162DAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents practice correct tone production, diction, and stagepresence. Style interpretation will be stressed in each lesson.Vocal problems are identified and corrected while students studyliterature consisting of standard vocal repertoire. (GR)

MUS-162F Vocal Repertoire18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-162EAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents practice correct tone production, diction, and stagepresence. Style interpretation will be stressed in each lesson.Vocal problems are identified and corrected while students studyliterature consisting of standard vocal repertoire. (GR)



MUS-166A Applied Music18.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: AuditionCorequisite: Participation in an appropriate performanceensemble and music major preparation course (such as MUS-103, Fundamentals of Music)Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course involves individual instruction in techniques andrepertoire in voice, piano, guitar, or other traditional orchestralinstruments for students who are currently enrolled in privateinstruction. Achievement is evaluated through periodic classroomperformances and a juried final performance. Repeatable = 3times (GC) C-ID MUS 160

MUS-169A Jazz Guitar18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Some playing ability requiredAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCVarious aspects of jazz guitar with special emphasis onimprovisation and harmony are presented in group instruction.(GR)

MUS-169B Blues/Rock Guitar18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Previous playing experienceAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCBlues/Rock improvisation and accompaniment. Group instructionincludes lecture, demonstration, and in-class playing. (GR)

MUS-169D Applied Theory for Bass and Guitar54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course applies fundamental music theory—scales, intervals,chords, keys, rhythmic figures, and ear training—to bass andguitar in a lecture/workshop setting. (GR)

MUS-351 Performance Ensembles54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the study and performance of vocal and/orinstrumental ensemble literature, both jazz and classical.Performers participate in small ensembles of variedinstrumentation throughout each semester. Attendance atscheduled public performances is required. This course isrequired of all instrumental music majors each semester ofattendance. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

MUS-352 Jazz/Rock Ensemble54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: AuditionAdvisory: Ability to read musicAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performanceof literature appropriate for jazz, rock, R&B, and stage bandensembles, focusing on the skills needed to perform in a largegroup setting including horn sections, vocal sections, andpercussion sections. Different literature will be studied eachsemester. Open to all instruments and vocalists. Repeatable = 3times (GR) C-ID MUS 180

MUS-352B Advanced Jazz/Rock Combos54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-352Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an advanced live-performance workshop for allinstrumentalists and singers. The course is a continuation of theconcepts covered in MUS-352 with greater emphasis on soloing,arranging, music theory, and contemporary performancepractices. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

MUS-354A String Techniques — Ohlone Chamber Orchestra54.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Demonstrate ability to read musicAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course involves class instruction on all string instruments.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

MUS-355 College Chorus54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: AuditionAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will perform a variety of choral music ranging from jazzand popular to light classical and contemporary choral literature.Emphasis is placed on developing good vocal technique andindividual musicianship in order to create artistic ensemblesinging. Repeatable = 3 times (GC) C-ID MUS 180

MUS-356 Chamber Singers54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: AuditionAdvisory: Ability to read musicAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an audition-only choir ensemble of trainedcommunity/campus singers who specialize in choral music fromall eras of Western European music history. The choir is limitedin size, but enrollment is open to all qualified singers. Attendanceat all rehearsals and concerts is required. Repeatable = 3 times(GC) C-ID MUS 180

MUS-358 Community Chorale54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a large, “oratorio” style choir designed for thecampus/community singer. The course is non-audition choir forthose interested in singing with a large ensemble. (GC)

MUS-369 Jazz, Rock, Pop, Blues Piano18.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a basic techniques and forms study of the appliedand improvisation techniques of Jazz, Rock, Pop, Fusion, andBlues piano. Some prior piano study and reading ability areadvised, but beginners are welcome. Repeatable = 3 times (GR)

MUS-370 Symphonic Band54.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: AuditionAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes the study and performance of large scalesymphonic band literature. Emphasis will be placed on majorcomposer repertoire, scored for an ensemble with multiple partduplication. Attendance at scheduled rehearsals andperformances is required. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)



MUS-371 Mixed Wind Ensemble54.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: AuditionAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes the study and performance of “one playerper part” wind literature. Emphasis will be placed on solopreparation and execution. Attendance at scheduled rehearsalsand performances is required. Repeatable = 3 times (GR)

MUS-374 Community Orchestra54.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: AuditionAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course features the study and performance of both chamberand full symphonic orchestra repertoire. The literaturerepresents all stylistic periods. Repeatable = 3 times (GR)

MUS-380 Musical Theatre Workshop — Principals54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-162A and MUS-162B; or auditionAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis workshop is designed to familiarize and teach students theprincipals and complexities involved in the preparation andproduction of a dramatic musical performance. Specificinstruction will be given in the movement and music for theleading members of the cast. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

MUS-381 Musical Theatre Workshop — Chorus/Ensemble54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MUS-162A and MUS-162B; or auditionAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis workshop is designed to familiarize and teach students theprinciples and complexities involved in the preparation andproduction of a dramatic musical performance. Specificinstruction will be given in movement and music for membersof the chorus. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

MUS-382 Musical Theatre Workshop III (Instrumental)54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: AuditionAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to familiarize students with the principlesand complexities involved in the preparation and production ofa dramatic musical performance from the perspective of the “pitmusician.” Repeatable = 3 times (GR)

MUS-394 Show Choir54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: AuditionAdvisory: Ability to sight read musicAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an audition-only vocal ensemble of trained singerswho specialize in choral music from the “show choir/vocal jazzchoir/a cappella” repertoire. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

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NURSING (NUR)


NUR-118 Strategies for Success9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Advisory: Students who are planning to enroll in or are alreadyenrolled in a Nursing or Allied Health course are eligible toregister in this course.This course introduces basic study skills necessary for studentsuccess in the Nursing and Allied Health programs. Understandingtest-taking format and practice tests with NCLEX type questionswill be offered to improve student test-taking success. Notapplicable to associate degree. (GC)

NUR-301 Foundations of Nursing54.00 hrs lecture, 135.00 hrs labUnits: 5.50Prerequisite: Admission to the Registered Nursing programAccepted For Credit: CSUNursing 301 is the first course in the nursing sequence. Studentsare introduced to caring theory and practice of nursing based onnurse caring science. This course focuses on assessment ofpatients’ physical and psychological systems across the adult lifespan, including variations for the geriatric client. Health andwellness are explored within the context of the health caredelivery system. Students begin holistic nursing socializationprocess into the role of the professional registered nurse,learning holistic communication skills, multiple ways of knowing,and the role of critical thinking in caring for culturally diversepatients in acute care settings. This course focuses on assessing,developing, implementing, and evaluating a plan of care thatrespects the uniqueness of patients and their care preferencesrelated to sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, developmentalstage, and socioeconomic background. Detailed objectives arewritten for each class and correlate with required preparation.Simulated practice of fundamental nursing skills occurs in amultimedia setting with utilization of both high and low fidelitymannequins. Clinical application of caring theory and skillsoccurs in the hospital. (GR)

NUR-302 Nursing Care of the Medical-Surgical Patient I54.00 hrs lecture, 135.00 hrs labUnits: 5.50Prerequisite: Admission to the Registered Nursing programAccepted For Credit: CSUNursing 302 is the second course in the nursing sequence. Thefocus of this course is beginning concepts in nursing care of themedical-surgical patient experiencing chronic physical andpsychological changes related to cardiovascular, respiratory,endocrine-protective, and ingestion-elimination systems. Issuessurrounding chronicity and nursing care of high-risk populationswill be explored. Students are introduced to pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative nursing roles. Pharmacology isexpanded in this course and is addressed in each subsequentcourse. This course focuses on assessing, developing,implementing, and evaluating a plan of care that respects theindividual’s cultural beliefs related to their health and experienceof chronic illness. Detailed objectives are written for each classand correlate with required preparation. Simulated practice ofnursing skills occurs in a multimedia setting with utilization ofhigh and low fidelity mannequins. Clinical application of nursecaring theory and skills occurs in the hospital. (GR)



NUR-303 Nursing Care of Women and Children72.00 hrs lecture, 216.00 hrs labUnits: 8.00Prerequisite: NUR-301Accepted For Credit: CSUNursing 303 is the third course in the nursing sequence. Thiscourse focuses on applying nurse caring science principles inproviding nursing care to the childbearing, child rearing family.Nursing roles of being a provider and manager of care and amember of the nursing profession are explored in women’shealth care, labor and delivery, post-partum, newborn nursery,and pediatric settings. The course incorporates lectures,discussion, and extensive video and multimedia components.Course content includes pathophysiology, nursing implicationsof diagnostic tests, and related pharmacology. Students assesspatients, identify nursing diagnoses, and implement andevaluate nursing interventions to promote healing responses inwomen and children experiencing health and family changes.The course focuses on assessing, developing, implementing, andevaluating a plan of care that respects the individual’s culturaland ethnic childbearing beliefs regarding pregnancy, labor anddelivery, and post-partum care of the mother and the newborn.Additionally, this course explores legal and ethical situationsconcerning parent-child rights; legal and cultural responses tochild abuse and the child with congenital anomalies; andculturally appropriate education of families. Detailed objectivesare written for each class and correlate with requiredpreparation. Simulated practice of nursing skills in a multimediasetting with the use of intermediate and high-fidelitymannequins is included. Clinical application of nursing caringtheory and skills occurs in hospital and community settings. (GR)

NUR-304 Nursing Care of the Medical-Surgical Patient II45.00 hrs lecture, 135.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: NUR-303Accepted For Credit: CSUNursing 304 is the fourth course in the nursing sequence. Thefocus of this course is intermediate concepts in nursing care ofthe medical-surgical patient experiencing acute physical andpsychological changes related to cardiovascular, respiratory,neurosensation, endocrine-protective, and ingestion-eliminationsystems. Complex situations concerning acute care nursing ofhigh-risk and oncology patients will be explored, includingethical and legal concerns with palliative and end-of-life care.This course focuses on assessing, developing, implementing,and evaluating a plan of care that respects the individual’scultural beliefs related to their health and experience of cancerand other medical surgical conditions. Detailed objectives arewritten for each class and correlate with required preparation.Simulated practice of nursing skills occurs in a multimedia settingwith utilization of high and low fidelity mannequins. Clinicalapplication of nurse caring theory and skills occurs in thehospital. (GR)

NUR-305 Nursing Care of the Medical-Surgical Patient III45.00 hrs lecture, 135.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: NUR-303Accepted For Credit: CSUNursing 305 is the fifth course in the nursing sequence. Thiscourse focuses on providing advanced, often urgent or intensivenursing care to adult and geriatric patients with complexalterations in the cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine-protective, elimination, and neuro/sensation systems. Studentswill use caring nursing process and advanced clinical reasoningto develop an individualized, culturally sensitive plan of care forthe patient that interrelates pathophysiology, nursingassessments, diagnostic tests, pharmacology and medicaltreatments. Detailed objectives are written for each class andcorrelate with required preparation. Simulated practice of relatedskills occurs in a multimedia setting with utilization of highfidelity mannequins. Clinical application of caring theory andskills occurs in acute care hospitals. (GR)

NUR-306 Nursing Care of the Mental Health Client and Advanced Gerontologic Care45.00 hrs lecture, 135.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: NUR-305Accepted For Credit: CSUNursing 306 is the sixth course in the nursing sequence. Thiscourse focuses on providing comprehensive nursing care withemphasis on therapeutic communication to mental healthclients. Additionally, students will build on previously learnedcaring skills for older adults to address more complex care needsand concerns of the geriatric population across the carecontinuum. Nursing roles of being a provider and manager ofcare, communicator, teacher, and member of the profession areexplored in caring for clients in community-based, inpatientbehavioral health, and geriatric settings. Nurse caring skills willfocus on assessments, holistic communication, the importanceof self-care, multiple ways of knowing and critical thinking,spiritual health, and cultural diversity. These caring skills will bepracticed in actual clinical situations, through role-playing, and/orthrough simulations in a multimedia setting. Students will assess,develop, implement, and evaluate care plans that respect clients’cultural beliefs related to verbal and nonverbal behaviors and thepart of the mental health-mental illness continuum that clientsare experiencing. Sources of stress and coping among diverseethnic groups that may lead to violence, substance abuse, oraltered life skills will be considered in care planning. In thegeriatric clinical rotation, students will implement the leadershiprole of the RN as a manager and coordinator of care withancillary staff. Detailed objectives are written for each class andcorrelate with required preparation. Clinical application of caringtheory and skills occurs in acute care and community settings.(GR)



NUR-307 Nursing Leadership and Preceptorship18.00 hrs lecture, 216.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: NUR-305Accepted For Credit: CSUNursing 307 is the final course in the nursing sequence. Thiscourse focuses on providing nursing care and first levelmanagement skills for groups of patients. Emphasis is placed onmanaging a full patient assignment in acute care, gerontological,and community settings. The registered nurse preceptor directlysupervises the student under the guidance of the nursing facultyliaison. Professional development skills as well as current issuesin nursing are discussed. This course focuses on managinggroups of adults and geriatric patients with respect for theindividual’s cultural diversity, ethnicity, developmental stage,sexual orientation, gender, religion, and socioeconomicbackground related to health care practices. Students areexpected to complete a senior capstone research based projecton a patient care protocol used at their clinical site. Detailedobjectives are written for each class and correlate with requiredpreparation. Clinical application of caring theory and skills occursin hospital, community, and gerontological health care settings.Simulated practice of advanced, comprehensive nursing skillsoccurs in a multimedia setting with high fidelity mannequins.(GR)

NUR-315 Clinical Skills Review27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50This nursing course provides supplemental instruction andenhancement of clinical skills obtained in previous nursingcourses. Not applicable to associate degree. (CR)

NUR-316 Maternal-Newborn and Women’s Health Review18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Advisory: Student must be either current RN or enrolled inNUR-307Nursing 316 is a review of obstetrical and newborn care, with anadditional focus on women’s health. The course is meant as acontent review for the new nursing graduate who is preparingfor NCLEX examinations, or the registered nurse who desires toreenter the profession. 1 CEU is available for RNs. Not applicableto associate degree. (CR)

NUR-320 RN Refresher Theory63.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.50Prerequisite: Admission to the RN Refresher Program throughapplication processCorequisite: NUR-321This course is for United States educated Registered Nurses withactive California RN licenses who have had a break inemployment and are required to refresh both theory and clinicalskills before returning to the work force. The course focuses onupdating the Registered Nurse for employment in acute healthcare settings. This course is the theory and skills component andmust be taken with NUR-321, the clinical course. Not applicableto associate degree. (CR)

NUR-321 RN Refresher Clinical162.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Admission through the RN Refresher Programthrough application processCorequisite: NUR-320Nursing 321 is taken in conjunction with Nursing 320, RNRefresher Theory. Emphasis is placed on the RN returning to theacute care setting and providing safe, evidence-based nursingcare on a medical surgical unit. This course assists students indemonstrating theory and skills learned in NUR-320 into theclinical area (i.e., acute care hospital). Not applicable to associatedegree. (CR)

NUR-325 International Nursing27.00 hrs lecture, 81.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: NUR-302; good academic standing in Nursingprogram; completed vaccinations and/or physical asrecommended by international partner and CDC; applicationThis course is designed for nursing students and RN’s to gain anunderstanding of the role of the nurse in an international healthcare setting. Students will collaborate with international healthcare providers to provide basic health care in underservedcommunities outside of the United States. Students will gain anappreciation for the people, unique culture, and indigenoushealth practices. This intense course includes clinical hours in thecountry of choice assisting with various health care services aspart of service learning. Not applicable to associate degree. (GC)

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT (PD)

Division: Counseling Division Administrative Assistant: Barbara RichardsonLocation: Fremont campus, Room 7322Phone number: (510) 659-6037

PD-100 Transition to College18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed for new students as an orientation toOhlone and to college life in general. Students will becomefamiliar with various aspects of Ohlone such as college facilities,programs, services, policies, technology, and college-wideissues. Additional topics that will be covered are study skills,academic expectations, diversity, health/wellness, andrelationships. (GC)

PD-101 College Survival Techniques9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers specific topics designed to help studentssucceed in college and to understand college life. The emphasiswill be on effective learning strategies, problem solving,academic planning, and individual motivation. The theme andcontent of each class varies and is determined by the counselingfaculty. (CR)

PD-102 International Student Orientation9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: International student with F-1 VisaAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed for new International students as anorientation to Ohlone College. This course covers specific topicsdesigned to help International students transition to college andlife in the U.S. Students will become familiar with the U.S.education system, college resources, and immigrationregulations for F-1 Visa holding students. (CR)



PD-103 Transfer Success in Life Transitions54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThrough the context of transferring from a community college toa university, this course will introduce students to appropriate lifeskills that can help them achieve greater success in theireducational, personal, and professional lives. The course isdesigned specifically for students interested in successfullynavigating the process of transferring to a college or university.Topics include goal setting; motivation; learning styles; criticalthinking; decision making; degree options; university systemsand transfer programs; education planning; money managementand financial aid; unique transitional considerations for transferstudents; and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. (GC)

PD-105 College Success54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThe goal of this course is to assist students in developingpersonal and academic skills needed to be successful in collegeand life. This course integrates personal growth, learningtechniques, academic and career success, problem solving,critical and creative thinking. The course focus is on the followingtopics: self evaluation and assessment; goal setting; careerdecision making; educational planning; time and financialmanagement techniques; instructor-student relationships;effective communication; cultural diversity; health maintenance;stress management; college resources; learning styles andstrategies including lecture note-taking, test taking, memory, andconcentration. This course cannot be taken in conjunction withPD-111 or PD-113. (GC)

PD-111 Strategies for College Success18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers specific topics designed to help studentssucceed in college. Additionally, students are assisted inadjusting to college life, identifying learning strategies, problemsolving, academic planning, critical thinking, and individualmotivation. The theme and content of each class varies and isdetermined by the counseling faculty. (GC)

PD-113 Strategies for Succeeding in College36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course helps students adjust to college. The focus is on thefollowing topics: college expectations, opportunities, andresources. This course will benefit students with a variety oflearning styles while providing practical strategies for success.This course will help students develop life skills in areas such asgoal setting, educational planning, health maintenance, culturaldiversity, and relationships. This course cannot be taken inconjunction with PD-105 or PD-111. (GC)

PD-120A Student Leadership I9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163, or ENGL-151RWAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces theories and practice of leadership (rolesof leaders, group process, management by objectives,motivational psychology, administration of programs) throughlecture, student government meetings, and programs. Thiscourse is recommended for student government officers, clubofficers, and individuals who want to participate in leadershiproles. (CR)

PD-120B Student Leadership II9.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163, or ENGL-151RWAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to continue student’s understanding andapplication of the theories and practice of leadership (roles ofleaders, group process, management of goals and objectives,and administration of programs). This course is recommendedfor those students who have participated in student government,clubs, and other student leadership roles. (GR)

PD-141 College Orientation for Student Athletes9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed for new student athletes as anorientation to Ohlone College. This course will cover specifictopics designed to help student athletes transition to college andintercollegiate athletics. Students will become familiar withcollege resources, academic planning, time management,transfer and eligibility guidelines, and study skills. (CR)

PD-149 Career Testing Workshop9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163This is a practical course that will allow students to focus on self-exploration through the use of career assessment inventories.The course will assist students in establishing career andeducational goals. The course is intended as an introduction tothe career planning process and is offered in short courseformat. (CR)

PD-150 Career and Life Planning36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course will allow students to evaluate personal interests,skills, values, work styles, and experience, and relate them to theworld of work. Students will also learn decision making,educational and career planning, locating career resources, jobsearch strategies, and labor market awareness. (GC)

PD-170 Welcome Day: The Freshman Connection9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Accepted For Credit: CSUVarious workshops will be taught by counselors, faculty, andadministrators to help students make the transition to college.Students will learn how to be successful in college, about whatservices are available to them, and where services are located.Attendance at Welcome Day does not satisfy the Orientationrequirement. (CR)

PD-180 Peer Mentoring36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to peer mentoring. Students learnabout interpersonal communication, principles of counselingand advising, and theories of student development. Studentshave the opportunity to act as peer mentors for new Ohlonestudents. (GC)



PD-241 College Success for Athletes36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed for new student-athletes to assist with theadjustment to college-level academics and athletics. The focus ison application of learning strategies, academic planning, timemanagement, transfer and eligibility guidelines, life skills, andstudy skills. Additionally, this course will promote realisticexpectations of college while understanding what is necessary tosucceed as an intercollegiate athlete. (GC)

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PHILOSOPHY (PHIL)


PHIL-100 Introduction to Philosophy54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCAn introduction to philosophy, examining various philosophers,and enduring questions such as “What is Reality?” “Who am I?”and “What can I know?” (GC) C-ID PHIL 100

PHIL-101 Ancient Philosophy54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the development of Westernphilosophy through a study of its beginnings in ancient Greece.Thinkers considered include the Presocratics, Socrates, Plato,Aristotle, and post-Socratics such as the Stoics and Epicureans.(GC) C-ID PHIL 130

PHIL-102 Modern Philosophy54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the history of modernphilosophy. Thinkers studied include Descartes, Hobbes, Locke,Berkeley, Hume, Kant, and contemporary philosophers. (GC) C-ID PHIL 140

PHIL-104 Logic54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is an introductory course in formal deductive reasoning.Emphasis will be on modern symbolic logic. Topics discussedinclude truth-functional connectors, truth tables, naturaldeduction, and proof. (GC) C-ID PHIL 110

PHIL-106 Ethics54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines the major ethical systems andcontemporary moral issues. Ethical theories include Kantianism,Utilitarianism, Virtue Theory, and ethics of care. Moral issues willinclude euthanasia, abortion, the death penalty, animal rights,and obligations to charity. (GC) C-ID PHIL 120

PHIL-107 Practical Reasoning54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is a practical examination of reasoning and argumentationillustrated by topics drawn from everyday life. Topics examinedinclude the structure and form of arguments, informal fallacies,and ways in which cultural, social, and psychological factorssupport or detract from the reasoning process. (GC)

PHIL-109A Understanding the Old Testament54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a general introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures.Emphasis will be upon the history, literature, and religion ofancient Israel, using the findings of modern Biblical scholarship.(GC)

PHIL-109B Understanding the New Testament54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a general introduction to the New Testament.Emphasis will be upon the use of modern scholarship toinvestigate the historical, literary, and religious background of theNew Testament. (GC)

PHIL-110 Introduction to Asian Religions54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a secular survey of the religious and philosophicalthought of the great Eastern religious traditions: Hinduism,Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. Cultural backgrounds andhistorical development will be emphasized. (GC)

PHIL-112 Introduction to Western Religions54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a secular comparative survey of major religioustraditions of the Western World: Judaism, Christianity, Islam, etc.Cultural backgrounds and historical development will beemphasized. (GC)

PHIL-114 Introduction to Islam54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will offer a basic overview of the nature of Islam asa religion or system of life, its culture, and its impact on Muslimindividuals and groups. The course will consider the basicsources of Islam and the history of the Islamic tradition. This is anon-secular course. (GC)



PHIL-116 Bioethics54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course examines issues concerning biotechnology,medicine, and the ethical questions that are raised by thetechnology. Concepts studied include human and animalresearch, genetically modified organisms, genetic engineering,eugenics, stem cell research, and artificial biology. Ethical theorywill also be examined as a groundwork for discussion of theissues covered. (GC)

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PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE)


PE-250 Fitness Camp18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis lifetime fitness and wellness course will emphasize totalbody fitness through aerobic activity, strength training, andstretching. Fitness and wellness-related lecture and lab activitieswill address cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength andendurance, safe and effective activity principles, basic nutritionprinciples, weight management strategies, and risk factors fordisease. (GC)

PE-300A2 Basketball36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides the student with an understanding of thefundamentals, rules, strategies, and skills of basketball. Gamesituations will also be covered. (GC)

PE-300C2 Advanced Basketball36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to further develop the techniques of thebasketball player who has been taught the fundamentals, rules,and strategies of basketball. This course is recommended forthose who have played basketball competitively. (GC)

PE-301A2 Beginning Volleyball36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis PE course is designed for students wishing to learn thefundamentals of volleyball. (GC)

PE-301B2 Intermediate Volleyball36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis PE course is designed for students wishing to learn theintermediate strategies and skills of volleyball. (GC)

PE-301C2 Advanced Volleyball36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis PE course is designed for students wishing to learn theadvanced strategies and skills of volleyball. This course isrecommended for the competitive volleyball player. (GC)

PE-303A2 Soccer Fundamentals36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will introduce students to the basic techniques ofsoccer. Basic skills, rules, and basic strategies will be covered.(GC)

PE-303C2 Advanced Soccer36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for students wishing to learn theadvanced strategies and skills of soccer. This course isrecommended for the competitive soccer player. (GC)

PE-305C2 Advanced Softball36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to further the skills and understanding ofeach participant so that each might better perform the skillsnecessary to play the game of softball at a highly competitivelevel. A certain amount of physical fitness will also be obtainedthrough the practice and participation in class. (GC)

PE-307C2 Advanced Baseball36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last year; previous highschool or college experienceAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to improve skills and understanding ofbaseball fundamentals enabling the student to complete at thecollege level. Strategy and technique will be taught in non-competitive and competitive situations. Situational hitting anddefense practice in game settings will also be stressed. (GC)

PE-320A2 Basic Golf Skills36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to give the student an understanding ofthe fundamentals of the game of golf including grip, stance,swing, rules, etiquette, and knowledge of equipment. (GC)



PE-320A3 Basic Golf Skills54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to give the student an understanding ofthe fundamentals of the game of golf including grip, stance,swing, rules, etiquette, and knowledge of equipment. (GC)

PE-321 Small Group Golf Instruction36.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the fundamentals of golf technique includingproper use of equipment, grip, stance, and swing. The course isbroken into smaller groups for more effective learning andcoaching. (GC)

PE-322A2 Golf: Chipping, Pitching, and Putting36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last year; PE-320A2 or PE-320A3Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is an advanced golf course designed specifically to introducethe student to the skills required in the performance of chipping,pitching, and putting in order to lower their golf score. (GC)

PE-322A3 Golf: Chipping, Pitching, and Putting54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last year; PE-320A2 or PE-320A3Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is an advanced golf course designed specifically to introducestudents to the skills required in the performance of chipping,pitching, and putting in order to lower their golf score. (GC)

PE-323 Golf One on One36.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: Prior golf experience recommendedAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to assist the golfer with swingimprovement using the V1 PGA certified video system. The V1system will allow the instructor to show the students variousangles of their swing to identify their swing faults. Once faults areidentified, the instructor will assign specific drills learned in theSmall Group Golf Instruction course to correct the faults. (GC)

PE-328 Golf Course Experience36.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: Prior golf experience recommendedAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to help students develop the propershotmaking skills, help reduce stress, and use positive feedbacktechniques while playing leisure and tournament golf. Studentswill also play various golf formats and establish a golf handicap.(GC)

PE-336A3 Express Cardio54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will use both circuit and group training formats in a30-minute cardio blast. Designed for people with limited time,the course will require students to use a variety of cardiomachines, jump ropes, BOSU, and calisthenics to elevate theheart rate and improve fitness. (GC)

PE-341A2 Strength Training36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to assist students in developing astrength and fitness program through the practical application ofsound weight training techniques. (GC)

PE-341B2 Intermediate Strength Training36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to assist students with advanced strengthtraining concepts and techniques for personal physicaldevelopment and weight room independence. This courseexpands students’ knowledge of progressive resistance (weight)training, with increased focus on free weights, thus increasing thevariety and methods of training techniques. (GC)

PE-342A2 Circuit Training36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis activity course is designed to increase flexibility, strength,and cardiovascular endurance through the practical applicationof circuit training. (GC)

PE-342A3 Circuit Training54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis activity course is designed to increase flexibility, strength,and cardiovascular endurance through the practical applicationof circuit training. (GC)

PE-343A2 Strength and Cardio Training36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides students with an opportunity to create andpractice an individualized fitness and wellness program throughthe use of cardiovascular equipment, circuit training, resistancemachines, and free weights. (GC)

PE-343A3 Strength and Cardio Training54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides students with an opportunity to create andpractice an individualized fitness and wellness program throughthe use of cardiovascular equipment, circuit training, resistancemachines, and free weights. (GC)

PE-344A2 Total Fitness36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides students with a structured total bodyworkout designed to improve fitness and health through the useof cardiovascular equipment, circuit training, resistancemachines, and free weights. (GC)



PE-344A3 Total Fitness54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides students with a structured total bodyworkout designed to improve fitness and health through the useof cardiovascular equipment, circuit training, resistancemachines, and free weights. (GC)

PE-346A2 Guts and Butts36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCGuts and Butts is a conditioning program emphasizing muscularstrength, toning, and endurance for the abdominal, gluteal, andthigh muscle groups. (GC)

PE-346A3 Guts and Butts54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCGuts and Butts is a conditioning program emphasizing muscularstrength, toning, and endurance for the abdominal, gluteal, andthigh muscle groups. (GC)

PE-350A2 Learning to Swim36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for students who want to learn how toswim and become less fearful of the water. This course is alsorecommended for students wanting to become betterswimmers. (GC)

PE-350A3 Learning to Swim54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for students who want to learn how toswim and become less fearful of the water. This course is alsorecommended for students wanting to become betterswimmers. (GC)

PE-350B3 Stroke Refinement54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed for those who already know how to swimand for students who would like more swimming instructionafter completing the Learning to Swim course. The focus of thiscourse is to improve swimming efficiency by refining swimmingstrokes. (GC)

PE-350C3 Intermediate Swimming54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to refine the four competitive swimmingstrokes through the use of stroke drills. This course will alsoinclude the proper starting and turning techniques for eachswimming stroke. The Individual Medley will also be introducedalong with its proper turns. (GC)

PE-350D2 Competitive Swimming36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Ability to swim 1200 yards in under 20 minutes.Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course consists of a swimming workout consisting ofprogressively more difficult interval swimming. All fourcompetitive strokes will be used throughout the semester. (GC)

PE-350D3 Competitive Swimming54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Ability to swim 1200 yards in under 20 minutes.Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course consists of a swimming workout consisting ofprogressively more difficult interval swimming. All fourcompetitive strokes will be used throughout the semester. (GC)

PE-351A2 Aquatic Conditioning36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for students who want to improve theirswimming and conditioning skills. This course enables studentsto become physically fit while minimizing the risk of injury tojoints of the body. (GC)

PE-351A3 Aquatic Conditioning54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for students who want to improve theirswimming and conditioning skills. This course enables studentsto become physically fit while minimizing the risk of injury tojoints of the body. (GC)

PE-353A2 Water Polo36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis PE course is designed for students wishing to learn thefundamentals of water polo. (GC)

PE-353B2 Intermediate Water Polo36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to teach students intermediate waterpolo skills and strategies. This course is highly recommended forstudents who wish to play water polo. (GC)

PE-353C2 Advanced Water Polo36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for students wishing to learn theadvanced strategies and skills of water polo. This course isrecommended for the competitive water polo player. (GC)

PE-360A2 Badminton36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to teach the student the basicfundamentals of badminton including rules and game strategy.(GC)



PE-360A3 Badminton54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to teach the student the basicfundamentals of badminton including rules and game strategy.(GC)

PE-360B2 Intermediate Badminton36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last year; PE-360A2 or PE-360A3Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to further develop the techniques andskill level of the badminton player. (GC)

PE-360B3 Intermediate Badminton54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to further develop the techniques andskill level of the badminton player. (GC)

PE-362A2 Beginning Tennis36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to teach the basic fundamentals, rules,and strategies pertaining to the game of tennis. (GC)

PE-362A3 Beginning Tennis54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis PE course is designed to teach the basic fundamentals,rules, and strategies pertaining to the game of tennis. (GC)

PE-362B2 Intermediate Tennis36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last year; PE-362A2 or PE-362A3Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis PE course is designed for students to learn the fundamentaland intermediate skills of tennis. Strategy sessions in singles aswell as doubles play will also be covered. (GC)

PE-362B3 Intermediate Tennis54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last year; PE-362A2 or PE-362A3Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis PE course is designed for students to learn the fundamentaland intermediate skills of tennis. Strategy sessions in singles aswell as doubles play will also be covered. (GC)

PE-366A3 Dance Aerobics54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThe student will maintain and improve cardiovascular fitnessthrough the use of continuous rhythmic dance movements andstrength building exercises. (GC)

PE-372A2 Conditioning36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an aerobic type body conditioning class whichincludes stretching, step workout, abdominal development, andmuscle toning exercises. (GC)

PE-372A3 Conditioning54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an aerobic body conditioning class which includesa cardiovascular workout, abdominal strengthening, muscletoning, and stretching exercises. (GC)

PE-372B2 Boot Camp36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course combines cardiorespiratory, strength, flexibility, andcore training into a back-to-basics approach to fitness. Bodyweight exercises, like sit ups, pushups, leg and abdominalstrengthening, will be combined with cardiorespiratory exercises,like running and jumping rope, in intervals that will challengeyou to your max. This is a no-nonsense approach to total bodytraining that helps you reach your potential. (GC)

PE-372B3 Boot Camp54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course combines cardiorespiratory, strength, flexibility, andcore training into a back-to-basics approach to fitness. Bodyweight exercises, like sit ups, pushups, leg and abdominalstrengthening, will be combined with cardiorespiratory exercises,like running and jumping rope, in intervals that will challengeyou to your max. This is a no-nonsense approach to total bodytraining that helps you reach your potential. (GC)




PE-374A3 Kickboxing54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course utilizes martial arts techniques including kicks,punches, blocks, and defenses in a cardio exercise programdesigned to aid in the prevention of verbal and physical attacks.(GC)

PE-375A2 Beginning Tai Chi36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis physical activity course is designed to focus on Tai Chi as alifetime leisure activity. Tai Chi practice is suitable for all ages andlevels of fitness. Benefits of regular Tai Chi practice includeawareness in mindfulness or focus; stress reduction; improvedbalance; injury prevention through improvement in jointflexibility and stability; and increased range of motion. (GC)

PE-375A3 Beginning Tai Chi54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis physical activity course is designed to focus on Tai Chi as alifetime leisure activity. Tai Chi practice is suitable for all ages andlevels of fitness. Benefits of regular Tai Chi practice includeawareness in mindfulness or focus; stress reduction; improvedbalance; injury prevention through improvement in jointflexibility and stability; and increased range of motion. (GC)

PE-375B3 Intermediate Tai Chi54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis physical activity course builds upon the basic conceptslearned in Beginning Tai Chi and explores Tai Chi as an ancientmartial art form. Students will cultivate and implement acomprehensive personal Tai Chi practice as a lifetime fitness andleisure activity. Benefits of Tai Chi include stress reduction;improved balance and injury prevention through improvementin joint flexibility; increased range of motion; and a general senseof wellness. Tai Chi practice is modifiable for all ages and levelsof fitness. (GC)

PE-375C3 Qigong Meditation54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to introduce meditation techniques, bothtraditional and modern, to enhance one’s sense of well-beingand centeredness through the cultivation of lifelong self-caretools. Qigong meditation utilizes one’s own breath and bio-electricity to harmonize and balance the mind and bodystressors. Benefits include stress reduction, mindfulness,improved cognition, memory, and emotional regulation. (GC)

PE-376A2 Yoga36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to explore the philosophies and positionsrelated to Yoga Fundamentals. In addition, concepts of stressmanagement and creating a personal daily Yoga practice will beintroduced. (GC)

PE-376A3 Yoga54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to explore the philosophies and positionsrelated to Yoga Fundamentals. In addition, concepts of stressmanagement and creating a personal daily Yoga practice will beintroduced. (GC)

PE-376B2 Fitness Yoga36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course combines Yoga and fitness principles in a uniqueblend that develops muscle endurance, strength, balance,flexibility, and core stability through a series of exercises andtraditional Yoga poses. (GC)

PE-376B3 Fitness Yoga54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course combines Yoga and fitness principles in a uniqueblend that develops muscle endurance, strength, balance,flexibility, and core stability through a series of exercises andtraditional yoga poses. (GC)

PE-376C2 Yoga and Meditation36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the student to the basic principles andpractices of yoga, including yogic breathing, positioning, and aholistic approach to a healthy mind and body. Variousmeditation techniques will be introduced and practiced with afocus on relaxation and stress reduction. (GC)

PE-376C3 Yoga and Meditation54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the student to the basic principles andpractices of Yoga, including Yogic breathing, positioning, and aholistic approach to a healthy mind and body. Variousmeditation techniques will be introduced and practiced with afocus on relaxation and stress reduction. (GC)

PE-377A2 Pilates36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will allow the student to increase strength, flexibility,stamina, and concentration through the use of floor exercisesinspired by Joseph Pilates. This technique-driven course willintroduce positions and exercises such as the 100’s, Roll Downs,Table Tops, and Roll Like A Ball. (GC)

PE-377A3 Pilates54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will allow the student to increase strength, flexibility,stamina, and concentration through the use of floor exercisesinspired by Joseph Pilates. This technique driven course willintroduce positions such as the 100’s, Roll Downs, Table Tops,and Rockers. (GC)



PE-377B3 Pilates with Props54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSUThis activity course includes an introduction to Pilates matexercises utilizing small gym equipment such as resistancebands, hand held weights, stability balls, rollers, and rings.Students will increase strength and flexibility as well as improveposture and body awareness. (GC)

PE-378A2 Indoor Cycling36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCIndoor Cycling is a group exercise course performed onstationary bikes. An outdoor ride is simulated; students travel onflat roads, climb hills, sprint, and race. The workout is non-impactand provides every fitness level an excellent workout. This coursewill burn calories, improve endurance, strengthen the lowerbody, and relax the mind. (GC)

PE-378A3 Indoor Cycling54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCIndoor Cycling is a group exercise course performed onstationary bikes. An outdoor ride is simulated; students travel onflat roads, climb hills, sprint, and race. The workout is non-impactand provides every fitness level an excellent workout. This coursewill burn calories, improve endurance, strengthen the lowerbody, and relax the mind. (GC)

PE-378C3 Indoor Cycling: Hills and Drills54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an activity-based, group fitness course whichinvolves continuous aerobic activity on indoor cycling bikes.Students will learn proper body positions, cycling safety,participate in rhythmic drills involving variable speed, resistancesimulating hills, and sprints. The emphasis is on improvingcardiorespiratory endurance, lower body muscular strength, andendurance; stress management; and improved health andwellness. This course is appropriate for all fitness levels. (GC)

PE-378D3 Indoor Cycling: Heart Rate Training54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course involves continuous aerobic activity on indoorcycling bikes. Students will learn to calculate their personal targetheart rate zones and will use heart rate monitors and trainingzones to personalize their workout. Students will learn properbody positions, indoor cycling techniques, cycling safety,methods for increasing intensity, and fitness training principles,and theories. The emphasis is on improving cardiorespiratoryendurance and lower body muscular strength and endurance ina challenging but fun environment. This course is appropriate forall fitness levels. (GC)

PE-379A2 Body Sculpting36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis physical activity course is designed to focus on total bodyconditioning to help the student reach his/her body’s desiredpotential. Improve muscle strength and endurance, flexibility,core stability, and balance through the correct application ofsound training principles. Instruction on components of fitnessand wellness including nutrition, weight management, stressmanagement, healthy lifestyles, body composition, and rest willbe presented. (GC)



PE-381A3 Triathlon Training54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last year. Ability to swim aminimum of 500 yards using the freestyle stroke.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces the skills, techniques, equipment, andfitness requirements for successful participation in the sport oftriathlon. Students will participate in a variety of activitiesdesigned to improve their swimming, cycling, and running skillsas they prepare to complete a sprint distance triathlon (400meter swim, 20 kilometer cycle, and 5 kilometer run). (GC)

PE-383A3 Beginning Kayaking54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn skills to kayak including terminology,etiquette, local regulations, basic paddle strokes, dock launching,and landing skills. Overnight field experience camping may berequired. Equipment will be provided. (GC)

PE-383B3 Intermediate Kayaking54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will learn kayak skills launching and landing from/toirregular natural surfaces, two person rescue skills, andmanaging waves to four inches in height. Overnight fieldexperience will be required in a wilderness setting. All equipmentwill be provided. (GC)

PE-387A3 Beginning Hiking54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course will broaden the spectrum of outdoor physicaleducation opportunities and provide necessary skills/understanding for safe participation in adventurous, outdoorhiking. (GC)

PE-387B3 Intermediate Hiking54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course will develop greater understanding and capacity tohike distances up to 10 miles with elevation changes up to 2,000feet. Students will learn about trail ratings, planning for extendedexposure, managing hydration and energy needs, and riskmanagement. The course includes an overnight field experiencecamping and hiking in a wilderness area. (GC)

PE-387C3 Advanced Hiking54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course will develop greater understanding and capacity tosafely day hike distances up to 18 miles with elevation changesover 2,000 feet. Students will prepare for and hike on difficultrated trails. The course includes an overnight field experiencecamping and hiking in a wilderness area. (GC)

PE-393A2 Adaptive Physical Education — Strength Training36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Statement from student’s physician statingmedical limitationsAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to meet the student’s individualizedneeds through physical activity. Instruction will primarily focus onthe components of muscular strength and the necessity it bringsfor daily living. (GC)

PE-393A3 Adaptive Physical Education — Strength Training54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Statement from student’s physician statingmedical limitationsAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to meet the student’s individualizedneeds through physical activity. Instruction will primarily focus onthe components of muscular strength and the necessity it bringsfor daily living. (GC)

PE-394A2 Adaptive Physical Education — Aquatics36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Statement from student’s physician statingmedical limitationsAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to meet the needs of the physicallylimited student in a physical education activity class.Individualized instruction for water safe disabled students. (GC)

PE-394A3 Adaptive Physical Education — Aquatics54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Statement from student’s physician statingmedical limitationsAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to meet the needs of the physicallylimited student in a physical education activity class.Individualized instruction for water safe disabled students. (GC)

PE-396A2 Adaptive Physical Education — Striding36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Statement from student’s physician statingmedical limitationsAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to meet the needs of the physicallylimited student in a physical education activity class.Individualized cardiovascular conditioning and gradualendurance exercises are utilized. (GC)

PE-397A2 Adaptive Physical Education — Exercise36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Statement from student’s physician statingmedical limitationsAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to meet the needs of the physicallylimited student in a physical education activity class.Individualized fitness and general exercises are utilized. (GC)

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PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA)


PTA-101 Introduction to Physical Therapy36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: BIOL-103A and BIOL-103BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to the field of physical therapyby covering the history and ethics of the profession as they relateto the health care system. The course will cover the developmentof the team approach in health care delivery, philosophies ofrehabilitation, patient relationships, and the psychosocial impactof illness and injury. Also emphasized is the scope of practice ofthe physical therapist assistant. Course content includesobservational experiences in patient care settings. (GR)

PTA-102 Pathology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Admission to the PTA program. All graded PTAcourses must be passed with a grade of C or better.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces common pathological conditions withemphasis on the following systems: musculoskeletal, circulatory,respiratory, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary. The role ofphysical therapy in the treatment of these conditions is coveredas well as interventions commonly performed by the physicaltherapist assistant. (GR)

PTA-103 Kinesiology I36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Admission to the PTA program. All graded PTAcourses must be completed with a grade of C or better.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course deals with the biomechanical principles of the trunkand lower extremities. The course includes the kinesiologicalfunctions of muscles and muscle groups. Clinical manifestationsof muscle dysfunction are covered, as well as techniques for jointmeasurement. Assessment by manual muscle testing and gaitanalysis is also covered. (GR)

PTA-104 Kinesiology II36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: PTA-103. All graded PTA courses must becompleted with a grade of C or better.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of Kinesiology I and deals with thebiomechanical principles of the cervical spine, upperextremities, and thoracic area of the body. The course includesthe kinesiological functions of muscles and muscle groups.Clinical manifestations of muscle dysfunction are covered, aswell as techniques for joint measurement. Assessment bymanual muscle testing and activities of daily living arepresented. (GR)

PTA-105A Therapeutic Exercise I36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Admission to the PTA program. All graded PTAcourses must be completed with a grade of C or better.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course teaches the use of exercise as a preventative andrehabilitative modality for the treatment of pathologicalconditions. Emphasis is placed on the design and application ofexercise programs to improve, maintain, and offset the effects ofvarious pathological conditions on the body. (GR)

PTA-105B Therapeutic Exercise II36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: PTA-105A. All graded PTA courses must be passedwith a grade of C or better.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of PTA-105A. The emphasis is onrehabilitation exercise programs, testing, and documentation.Programs on balance training, work hardening, water asrehabilitation medium, and specific orthopedic and amputeerehabilitation programs are demonstrated and discussed. (GR)

PTA-106 Orthopedics36.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Admission to the PTA program. All graded PTAcourses must be passed with a grade of C or better.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course presents the effects of disease and trauma on themusculoskeletal system and orthopedic problems encounteredby the physical therapist assistant in the hospital and out-patientsetting. Signs and symptoms, surgical intervention, treatmentregimens, and implications for rehabilitation are all covered inthis course. (GR)

PTA-108 Advanced Modalities27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: PTA-102Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course deals with specific advanced physical therapyprocedures which are employed in the physical therapy clinic,including paraffin bath, various types of electrical stimulation(TNS, Micro Current, Interferential, Premodulated, Russian,Galvanic, Iontophoresis, and HFS), various light spectrummodalities (ultra-violet and infrared), and electromyography forbiofeedback. (GR)

PTA-109 Physical Therapy Through the Life Span27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: PTA-105BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course will introduce students to the role of physical therapytreatment as it applies to the developmental process fromgestation through aging. Emphasis is placed onneurodevelopmental techniques used for abnormaldevelopment in infants and children, as well as treatmentprotocols for patients with neurologic or musculoskeletaldisorders. The aging process will be covered with concentrationon the effects of exercise and activity on improving the quality oflife of the individual. (GR)



PTA-110A Neurological Disorders I27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: PTA-105BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is intended to increase the student’s knowledge ofthe anatomy and physiology of the human nervous systemincluding the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervoussystems. Emphasis is placed on the clinical manifestations ofdisease or injury to the nervous system as it relates to the clinicalpicture of the physical therapy patient. (GR)

PTA-110B Neurological Disorders II27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: PTA-110AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of PTA-110A and is intended toincrease the student’s knowledge of the anatomy and physiologyof the human nervous system including the central, peripheral,and autonomic nervous systems. Emphasis is placed on theclinical manifestations of disease or injury to the nervous systemas they relate to the clinical picture of the physical therapypatient. (GR)

PTA-111 Advanced Procedures27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: PTA-109Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a continuation of clinical procedures mastered inPTA-108, Advanced Modalities. This course is an introduction tothe application of orthotic and prosthetic devices. Included in thecourse is a discussion and demonstration of the types of devicesutilized in the treatment of the disabled individual, as well asprocedures commonly used in the maintenance, donning, andremoval of these devices. Students will learn how to instruct andprepare the patient to utilize this specialized equipment.Problem solving will be utilized in assisting students to applystandardized practices to meet individual patient needs. (GR)

PTA-140 PTA Licensure Preparation54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: PTA-105BThis course is designed to assist students in preparation to sit forlicensure as a physical therapist assistant. Content, scope, andformat of both the National PTA Licensure Exam and theCalifornia PT Laws and Regulations Exam will be addressed.Additionally, test-taking skills, study skills, content review, andself-assessment exercises will be used to facilitate preparation forthese examinations. Not applicable to associate degree. (CR)

PTA-301 Clinical Practicum I216.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Corequisite: PTA-104, PTA-105B, PTA-108Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is the first full-time clinical assignment in the PTA programin which students perform delegated patient care responsibilitiesin a physical therapy clinical setting, under the supervision of alicensed physical therapist. Students will practice the applicationof physical therapy procedures according to the setting such asthe acute, sub-acute, outpatient, skilled nursing, or other type ofphysical therapy/rehabilitation clinical facility. (CR)

PTA-302 Clinical Practicum II216.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: PTA-301Corequisite: PTA-106 and PTA-110AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is the second full-time clinical assignment in the PTAprogram in which students perform delegated patient careresponsibilities in a physical therapy clinical setting, under thesupervision of a licensed physical therapist. Students will practiceapplication of physical therapy procedures according to thesetting such as the acute, sub-acute, outpatient, skilled nursing,or other type of physical therapy/rehabilitation clinical facility.(CR)

PTA-303 Clinical Internship243.00 hrs labUnits: 4.50Prerequisite: PTA-302Corequisite: PTA-110B, PTA-111, PTA-140Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is the third full-time clinical assignment in the PTA programin which students perform delegated patient care responsibilitiesin a physical therapy clinical setting, under the supervision of alicensed physical therapist. Students will practice application ofphysical therapy procedures according to the setting such as theacute, sub-acute, outpatient, skilled nursing, or other type ofphysical therapy/rehabilitation clinical facility. This course is theculmination of all previous clinical experiences. Students willutilize knowledge gained in the previous four semesters todeliver physical therapy services to patients experiencing simpleto complex diagnosis. (CR)

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PHYSICS (PHYS)


PHYS-108 Survey of Physics54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B, ENGL-163, and MATH-151Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is a general education course for non-science majors thatgives a non-mathematical survey of physics, exploring the basicprinciples of mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics,relativity, and recent developments. Demonstrations are usedextensively. (GC)

PHYS-120 Introduction to Physics I54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: MATH-181Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of Newtonian mechanics, energy,transformations, gases, liquids, and solids. Periodic motion andwaves will also be studied. (GR) C-ID PHYS 105



PHYS-120A Introduction to Physics — Calculus Supplement18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MATH-101ACorequisite: PHYS-120Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is an introduction to basic concepts of calculus withapplications to physics mechanics. (GR)

PHYS-121 Introduction to Physics II54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: PHYS-120Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a continuation of PHYS-120 and covers light andoptics, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics. (GR) C-IDPHYS 110

PHYS-121A Introduction to Physics II — Calculus Supplement18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: MATH-101A and PHYS-120Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis is an introduction to Calculus as applied to problems ofelectromagnetism. (GR)

PHYS-140 Mechanics54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: MATH-101AAdvisory: MATH-101BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCA mathematical introduction to vectors (projections, addition/subtraction, scalar and vector product) is offered as the necessaryframework for calculations in Newtonian mechanics. The basicvector and scalar quantities used in the description of motion(position, displacement, velocity, acceleration) are introducedfirst, allowing for a kinematical description of motion. Formulasare derived, involving the aforementioned quantities, for one-dimensional motion as well as two-dimensional projectile andcircular motion. Force and mass, momentum, work and impulse,kinetic and potential energy and momentum, torque andmoment of inertia) are analyzed conceptually and are used tobuild up the basic formulas from point-mass or extended rigidobject dynamics (Newton’s laws of motion, work-energy andimpulse-momentum theorem). Different types of motion andnew types of forces are analyzed throughout the course usingthe new concepts (projectile motion due to gravitational force;circular motion due to tension, friction or normal forces; mass-pulley coupled motion problems; collisions due to contactforces; harmonic motion due to spring force; rigid objectrotational motion and internal forces; general law of gravity andsatellite motion; fluid statics and buoyant force; fluid motion dueto pressure difference; and wave motion and superposition andinterference of waves if time permits). (GR) C-ID PHYS 205

PHYS-141 Electricity and Magnetism54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: PHYS-140 and MATH-101BAdvisory: MATH-101CAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of electric and magnetic fields, simple DCand AC circuits, and electromagnetic waves. (GR) C-ID PHYS 210

PHYS-142 Optics, Heat, and Modern Physics54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: PHYS-140 and MATH-101BAdvisory: PHYS-141 and MATH-101CAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCA review of wave physics is offered to introduce physical optics(interference, diffraction, polarization) and to prepare forquantum physics. The basic principles of quantum physics(wave-particle duality, uncertainty principle, wave functions andprobability interpretation, Schrodinger’s wave equation andquantification) are covered. Wave mechanical calculations areperformed on a few simple systems (free and trapped electron,harmonic oscillator) in order to illustrate energy quantificationand tunneling. In special relativity, the historical significance ofspeed of light measurements is discussed in order to understandEinstein’s postulates of special relativity and contrast them withNewtonian relativity. Then appropriate thought experiments areused to establish time dilation, length contraction, and relativisticexpressions for Newton’s second law, momentum, acceleration,total and kinetic energy. In geometrical optics, the laws ofreflection and refraction and their application to opticalinstruments containing lenses and mirrors are covered. Inthermal physics, the concept of temperature and its meaning inkinetic gas theory is highlighted. A phenomenological study ofthermal energy transfer and of the laws of thermodynamics isoffered. Labs in wave physics and optics as well as in atomicphysics are available. (GR) C-ID PHYS 215

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POLITICAL SCIENCE (PS)


PS-102 American Government54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course presents the nature of the constitutional governmentin America and the theory and practices of democracy. Thecourse emphasizes problems of individual rights, popularrepresentation, and responsible leadership at the federal, state,and local levels. (GR) C-ID POLS 110

PS-103 International Relations54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an analytical study of the relations betweennations. The nation-state system, international ethics, nationalcapability components, the international struggle for power, theinternational struggle for order, and the future world order willbe discussed. (GC) C-ID POLS 140



PS-104 Introduction to Political Theory54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will explore competing traditions in European andAmerican political theory. The course traces the impact ofpolitical thought on the development of classical andcontemporary political institutions. This course will examineprimary works in political thought while considering the natureand scope of politics. (GC)

PS-105 Comparative Government54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course offers a comparative study of contemporary forms ofgovernments, institutions, and political problems of selectednational governments. (GC)

PS-106 Constitutional Law and the United States54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: AJ-121Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course examines the development of judicial review and theevolving role of the U.S. Supreme Court through analysis oflandmark decisions of the Court. In particular, this course willfocus on a theoretical discussion exploring the plurality ofmethods of constitutional interpretation used by justices in thepast and present. (GC)

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PSYCHOLOGY (PSY)


PSY-101 General Psychology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCPsychology is the scientific study of behavior and mentalprocesses. The content focuses on the exploration of majorpsychological theories, concepts, methods, and researchfindings in psychology. Topics include the biological bases ofbehavior, perception, cognition, consciousness, learning, memory,emotion, motivation, development, personality, social psychology,psychological disorders, therapeutic approaches, and appliedpsychology. (GR) C-ID PSY 110

PSY-102 Introduction to Experimental Psychology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: PSY-101 and MATH-159Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the theory and application ofthe scientific method in the study of animal and humanbehavior. The emphasis is on experimental procedures, datacollection, research design, data analysis, presentation, andresearch report writing. (GR) C-ID PSY 200

PSY-104 Murder in America54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: AJ-119Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course surveys the psychological and criminological aspectsof murder throughout America, emphasizing serial killers, massmurderers, spree killers, and foreign and domestic terrorists andtheir victims. (GR)

PSY-105 Child Development54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101A and PSY-101Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines the development of children fromconception through adolescence. Course includes the study ofprenatal, physical, cognitive, linguistic, social, and emotionaldevelopment. The course examines many of the concerns andcomplex issues involved in this developmental period, andconsiders the contexts in which they occur. (GR)

PSY-106 Adolescent Development54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A; PSY-101Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of human development duringadolescence with an emphasis on social, emotional, biological,intellectual, and personality development. This course includes astudy of the many issues involved in this development periodwith special emphasis on the context in which they occur: family,peers, school, and culture. (GC)

PSY-108 Human Development54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101A; PSY-101Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides an overview, from a psychologicalperspective, of human development from conception throughdeath, including biological and environmental influences.Theories and research of physical, cognitive, personality, andsocial development are examined, as well as attention todevelopmental problems. (GC) C-ID PSY 180

PSY-112 Social Psychology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: PSY-101 and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course considers individual human behavior in relation tothe social environment. The power of the situation, otherindividuals, and the social group will be examined. Emphasizedtopics include: aggression, prejudice and stereotypes,interpersonal attraction, attitudes, attitude change, conformity,group phenomena, gender roles, cultural norms, personperception, and social cognition. (GC) C-ID PSY 170



PSY-115 Abnormal Psychology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: PSY-101 and ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces students to the major theoreticalperspectives of psychopathology. The course examines theclassification of psychological disorders and their etiology,assessment, current treatment methods, and possible causes.(GC) C-ID PSY 120

PSY-120 Biological Psychology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: PSY-101Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the scientific study of the biological basesof behavior and its fundamental role in the neurosciences.Physiological, hormonal, neurochemical mechanisms, brain-behavior relationships, underlying the psychological phenomenaof sensation, perception, regulatory processes, emotion,learning, memory, and psychological disorders will beaddressed. The course also notes historical scientificcontributions and current research principles for studying brain-behavior relationships and mental processes. (GR) C-ID PSY 150

PSY-139 Psychology in the Workplace54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: BA-139Advisory: ENGL-101A and PSY-101Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course applies principles of psychology to the workplace.Topics include combination skills, stress, cultural diversity,teamwork, understanding self and others, motivation,leadership, and other factors crucial to functioning effectively inthe workplace. (GC)

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REAL ESTATE (RE)


RE-117 Computer Applications in Real Estate45.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00The Real Estate Computer Applications course covers computerhardware and software basics that apply to real estatepractitioners. Computer technology has changed the way thiscountry does business, particularly in the field of real estate.Statistics show that buyers now use the Internet during theirinitial search for a new home or real estate loan. Real EstateComputer Applications provides a broad overview of Internetand software applications used in the day-to-day life of realestate and related professions. This course covers the verysimple basics of computer skills and progresses to the morecomplex tasks such as downloading information and forms andusing real estate-specific software for accounting, propertymanagement, escrow, and more. The course identifies hundredsof useful website addresses to help in computer and real estate-related tasks, as well as instruction on how best to access theinformation that the real estate agent/broker will need in thebusiness. (GR)

RE-121 Real Estate Principles54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is a fundamental real estate course covering basic laws andprinciples of California real estate. The course providesbackground and terminology necessary for advanced study inspecialized courses and is required in order to qualify for the realestate sales license examination. (GR)

RE-122 Real Estate Practice54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThe day-to-day business of real estate including how to dolistings, deposit receipts, open escrows, and obtain financing willbe covered in this course. This course is one of the requiredcourses for the real estate salesperson license. (GR)

RE-124 Legal Aspects of Real Estate54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: RE-121Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is a study of California real estate law including rightsincident to property ownerships and management, agency,contracts, and application of real estate transfer. Specific topicsinclude conveyance, probate proceedings, trust deeds,foreclosure, and recent legislation governing real estatetransactions. This course is one of the required courses for thebroker’s license examination. (GR)



RE-126 Real Estate Finance54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: RE-121Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers the various types of lenders, their policies,and the market they serve. The course will present basicterminology, official agencies, and private enterprise essential toreal estate finance including secondary markets, conventionallenders, and FHA/VA policies. This is one of the required coursesfor the State of California Real Estate Broker’s Examination. (GR)

RE-128 Real Estate Appraisal54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: RE-121 or valid real estate licenseAccepted For Credit: CSUAn introductory course covering the purposes of appraisals; theappraisal process; and the different approaches, methods, andtechniques used to determine the value of various types ofproperty. This is one of the required courses for the broker’slicense examination. (GR)

RE-149 Real Estate Property Management54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course studies the day-to-day problems encountered byowners and managers of residential income properties. Theapplication of sound business principles in the pursuit ofoperational effectiveness is emphasized. (GC)

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RESPIRATORY THERAPIST (RT)


RT-101 Principles of Respiratory Therapy I54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapist programAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course presents basic theory and rationale for respiratorycare. The course includes the history and organization ofrespiratory therapy services, basic cardiopulmonary anatomy,physiology, medical gas therapy theory, and an introduction topathophysiology. (GR)

RT-101L Beginning Clinical Practice54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapist programAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces students to the care of patients requiringrespiratory therapy modalities. The course also covers beginninglevel assessment skills, patient interviewing techniques, and theestablishment and monitoring of therapeutic equipmentsystems. (CR)

RT-102 Beginning Laboratory108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapist programAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides laboratory practice of beginning-leveltherapist skills including administration of medical gases,medicated aerosols, and incentive spirometry techniques. (CR)

RT-103 Basic Patient Care27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapist programAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides simulated practice of patient care skills in asimulated environment. (CR)

RT-104A Principles of Respiratory Therapy II54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapist programAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to study theory related to intermediatelevel respiratory care skills including endotracheal intubation,management of artificial airways, humidity, aerosol therapy,beginning cardiac anatomy, physiology, and respiratory carepharmacology. (GR)

RT-104B Principles of Respiratory Therapy III54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: RT-101Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course covers theory related to analysis of cardiopulmonaryassessment findings and cleaning and sterilization of respiratorycare equipment. This course also includes study of additionalfundamentals of respiratory physiology including assessment ofoxygenation and hypoxia, beginning acid base balance, andarterial blood gas analysis. (GR)

RT-105A Intermediate Laboratory I54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: RT-101Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides laboratory practice of intermediate-leveltherapist skills including chest assessment, volume expansiontherapy, chest physical therapy, and basic airway managementtechniques. (CR)

RT-105B Intermediate Laboratory II27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: RT-101Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to ventilator and emergencyairway management for respiratory therapy students. The courseprovides laboratory practice of advanced techniques required inemergency and critical care settings within the laboratoryconfines. (CR)

RT-107 Intermediate Clinical Practice216.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: RT-101Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is a supervised clinical experience course at area hospitalsfor Respiratory Therapist students. The course emphasizes thepractice of beginning and intermediate-level problem-solvingand technical skills including assessment, oxygen therapy,humidity and aerosol administration, chest physical therapy,hyperinflation therapy, airway management, and beginningartificial ventilation. (CR)



RT-108 Basic Principles of Respiratory Pathophysiology18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: RT-101Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course emphasizes the principles of commonpathophysiologic conditions encountered by respiratory therapypractitioners. (GR)

RT-130A Advanced Respiratory Therapy I45.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.50Prerequisite: RT-131AAccepted For Credit: CSUThe focus of this course is the study of advanced respiratory care.The course includes invasive and non-invasive monitoring,hemodynamic monitoring systems, advanced arterial blood gasinterpretation, x-ray, clinical laboratory, electrocardiograminterpretation, carbon dioxide transport, and monitoring. (GR)

RT-130B Advanced Respiratory Therapy II27.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.50Prerequisite: RT-132Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course presents concepts of advanced respiratory care withemphasis on recognition, interpretation, treatment ofcardiopulmonary anatomical, and physiological alterations of thebody as a consequence of disease or trauma. (GR)

RT-130L Advanced Clinical Practice108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: RT-131AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis is a supervised clinical experience course at area hospitalsfor Respiratory Therapist students. The course emphasizes thepractice of advanced-level technical skills including proceduresemployed in emergency care situations, artificial airwaymaintenance and discontinuance, arterial blood samplingmeasurements, and initiation and termination of mechanicalventilatory life support. (CR)

RT-131A Principles of Mechanical Ventilation I45.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.50Prerequisite: RT-105BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course presents the scientific basis for continuousmechanical ventilatory interventions employed in clinicalpractice of respiratory care with an emphasis on classification,selection, setup, maintenance, complications, adjuncts to, anddiscontinuance of mechanical ventilatory life support. (GR)

RT-131B Principles of Mechanical Ventilation II45.00 hrs lectureUnits: 2.50Prerequisite: RT-132Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course builds on the foundation of Mechanical Ventilationalready learned. Therapeutic interventions, complications,effects, discontinuation, and special techniques of mechanicalventilation will be presented. (GR)

RT-132 Advanced Laboratory54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: RT-131AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides laboratory practice of advanced respiratorytherapy skills including establishment, stabilization, maintenance,and discontinuance of endotracheal and tracheotomy tubes;arterial blood sampling techniques; radiographic andelectrocardiogram interpretation; and invasive and non-invasivemonitoring. (CR)

RT-133 Mechanical Ventilation Laboratory108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: RT-131AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides laboratory practice of advanced skillsrelated to the safe application and initiation of mechanicalventilation. Students will become familiar with multiple neonataland adult mechanical ventilators as well as gain an increasedunderstanding of the various modes offered. (CR)

RT-134 Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: RT-105BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course addresses fetal development and special problemsin the adaptation of respiratory care procedures and techniquesto the needs of the neonatal and developing child. (GR)

RT-134L Clinical Practicum in Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Care81.00 hrs labUnits: 1.50Prerequisite: RT-134Accepted For Credit: CSUThis clinical course specializes in the respiratory care of theneonatal and pediatric population. (CR)

RT-135 Computer Simulation for Respiratory Care27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: RT-132This course prepares students for the Respiratory Care NationalBoard Clinical Simulation Examination which requires specializedknowledge in solving patient management problems written ina branching logic format. Students will practice basic computerskills involving data entry and retrieval. (GR)

RT-136 Critical Care Clinical Practice189.00 hrs labUnits: 3.50Prerequisite: RT-132Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is a supervised clinical experience course at area hospitals.Advanced level respiratory care skills including cardiopulmonaryassessment, management, evaluation, and decision-makingprocesses involved in the care of the ICU patient areemphasized. The student in this course practices as a memberof the hospital health care team. (GR)



RT-137 Home Respiratory Care and Pulmonary Rehabilitation9.00 hrs lectureUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: RT-132Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an overview of the respiratory therapists’involvement in the home care industry and rehabilitation of thepatient coping with chronic cardiopulmonary disease. Decisionmaking, formulation of care plan, and patient teaching areemphasized in this course. (GR)

RT-138 Specialty Rotations in Respiratory Care27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: RT-132Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is a supervised clinical experience course at area home careestablishments, local hospitals, and pulmonary physicians’ office.Students will have the opportunity to select experiences thatmatch their interests including individual rotations withphysicians, participation in ongoing pulmonary rehabilitationprograms, and visitation of patients receiving respiratory homecare. (CR)

RT-139 Pulmonary Function Testing18.00 hrs lectureUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapist programAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides an in-depth survey of various pulmonarylaboratory methods to detect the presence and degree ofrespiratory impairment/disease. (GR)

RT-139L Clinical Practice in Pulmonary Function Testing27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: Admission to the Respiratory Therapist programAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course provides supervised clinical experience at areahospitals. Various pulmonary laboratory methods for detectingthe presence of respiratory impairment/disease are emphasized.(CR)

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SOCIOLOGY (SOC)


SOC-101 Introduction to Sociology54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an exploration of our culturally diverse societyfrom a multi-perspective approach. The course covers asystematic study of social human behavior and human groupswith an emphasis on the influence of social relationships onpeople’s attitudes, behaviors, and how societies are establishedand changed. (GC) C-ID SOCI 110

SOC-102 Social Problems of a Diverse Society54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course analyzes the nature and characteristics of socialproblems within the context of sociological theory. The courseexamines four major areas of social problems. First, it exploressocial problems of behavioral deviance, such as those related tosexual behavior, alcohol and drugs, violence, and crime. Second,it examines social problems of inequality, including economic,racial/ethnic, gender, and sexual orientation inequalities. Third, itlooks at problems of social institutions, such as problemssituated in government, work, education, health care, and thefamily. Fourth, it analyzes global social problems, including thoserelated to the environment, war, and urbanization. This courseintroduces theoretical frameworks for understanding the causesand effects of these problems, as well as potential solutions forthese problems. (GC) C-ID SOCI 115

SOC-103 Social Science Research Methods54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: SOC-101Advisory: ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces students to research methods used in thesocial sciences. It examines critical issues, techniques in researchdesign, data collection, and data analysis. It also investigates theethical responsibilities of social science researchers. This coursecontains a lab component that provides students with practicalexperience in evaluating and conducting social science research.(GC) C-ID SOCI 120

SOC-105 Marriage and Family54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course deals with analysis of the family as an institutionincluding historical and recent changes, present nature, socio-cultural, and economic forces shaping these changes. Emphasisis also placed on developing interpersonal relationships, mateselection, marital and parental roles. This course will studyalternative lifestyles, sex roles in transition, and survey of currentliterature. (GR) C-ID SOCI 130

SOC-106 Chicano/Latino Culture54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: CHS-101Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines the social, cultural, political, and economicheritage of the Chicanos and their contribution to Americansociety. (GR)

SOC-108 Social Inequalities54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course focuses on various forms of social inequalities thatexist within the U.S. The course examines patterns of economic,status, and political inequalities on the basis of multiple factorssuch as class, gender, sexual orientation, race, and ethnicity. Thecourse analyzes classical and contemporary explanations ofinequalities and the consequences of inequalities on individualsand groups. It also explores social mobility and changes in thesystem of inequalities. (GC)

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SPANISH (SPAN)


SPAN-101A Elementary Spanish90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to fundamentals of Spanishgrammar through the development of speaking, reading, writing,and listening skills. Course material is presented within thecultural context of Spanish-speaking countries. (GR) C-ID SPAN100

SPAN-101B Elementary Spanish90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: SPAN-101A or two years high school SpanishAdvisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an introduction to the fundamentals of Spanishgrammar through the development of speaking, reading, writing,and listening skills. Course material is presented within thecultural context of Spanish-speaking countries. This course is acontinuation of SPAN-101A studies. (GR) C-ID SPAN 110

SPAN-102A Intermediate Spanish90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: SPAN-101B or three years of high school SpanishAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the first half of Intermediate Spanish and acontinuation of the SPAN-101 series. The course includes a morein-depth review of grammar, composition, development ofconversation skills through an introduction to Spanish and Latin-American literature. Readings include short stories, essays,dramas, poetry, and journalism articles in Spanish. (GR) C-IDSPAN 200

SPAN-102B Intermediate Spanish90.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: SPAN-102AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is the second half of Intermediate Spanish and acontinuation of SPAN-102A. The course continues with a morein-depth review of advanced grammar, composition, anddevelopment of conversation skills through an introduction toSpanish and Latin-American literature. Readings include shortstories, essays, dramas, poetry, and journalism articles inSpanish. (GR) C-ID SPAN 210

SPAN-121A Beginning Conversational Spanish54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course teaches essentials in Spanish conversation leading tothe development of oral use of the Spanish language in everydaysituations. Students will experience extensive oral practice of thelanguage as well as essential grammatical fundamentals. (GR)

SPAN-121B Beginning Conversational Spanish54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: SPAN-101A or SPAN-121AAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course continues teaching the essentials in Spanishconversation leading to the development of oral use of theSpanish language in everyday situations. Students willexperience extensive oral practice of the language as well asessential grammatical fundamentals. (GC)

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THEATRE AND DANCE (TD)


TD-100 Survey of the Arts54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: ART-100, IS-100, MUS-100Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCIn this course theatre, art, and music are explored throughdiscussion, historical review, and contemporary issues. Thepurpose of this course is to increase students’ understanding andenjoyment of the arts. The course is taught by three instructors,one from each discipline. (GR)

TD-102 Introduction to Theatre Appreciation36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: TD-100Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of the combined elements ofcontemporary theatre through examination of audience/performer relationships and the organization of supportpersonnel. The focus is on current and classical plays with specialemphasis on dramatic analysis, cultural significance, and criticalthinking. Mandatory attendance is required at selected Bay Areatheatres at students’ expense. (GC) C-ID THTR 111

TD-103 International Performing Arts Appreciation27.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis is a study abroad course intended to provide students witha global understanding and appreciation of contemporary,traditional, and classical performing arts. Students will travel tointernational destinations and will attend live performances oftheatre, dance, opera, and music, among other performing arts.Additional fees will be required. (GC)

TD-107 History of Film54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: HIST-107Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course examines the impact of film on our lives and history.Students will review films; discuss and analyze techniques used.(GR)



TD-109 Theatre for Today54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-101AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for those students who wish to exploreand experience the contemporary world of theatre, its culturaldifferences, and how it relates to film and the entertainmentindustry. This course examines all aspects of production:designing, producing, the audience experience, andemployment opportunities. Students will learn through reading,research, attending live events, student-generated reports, andblogs. (GR)

TD-110 Introduction to Acting54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an examination and application of theatreelements that relate directly to the actor including, but notlimited to, criticism, emotion, stage movement, vocal techniques,theatrical terminology, rehearsal and performance techniques,team building, teamwork, collaboration, and script analysis. (GR)C-ID THTR 151

TD-111 Intermediate Acting — Scene Study54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: TD-110Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an advanced study in the principles and practicesof contemporary acting techniques. Students will analyze andevaluate the acting theories of the Stanislavski system of acting,as assessed by national and international acting leaders such asUta Hagen, Stella Adler, Michael Shurtleff, Lee Strasberg, IvannaChubbuck, Larry Moss, etc. Students will apply these principlesto their scene work, auditions, workshop experiences, andevaluate their progress. Team building, teamwork, andcollaborative skills are developed throughout the course. (GR) C-ID THTR 152

TD-112 Acting Styles — Classical54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: TD-110Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of dramatic literature for the purpose ofperformance, including major study of Shakespeare comedies,tragedies, and histories. Background examination andperformance appraisal will highlight each area of study. Theemphasis is upon performance of characters in monologue andscene work from selected plays. Selected plays will be studiedand several will be viewed both live and on video. (GR)

TD-114 Acting for the Camera54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course will include analysis, practical study of techniques,and skills necessary for performing in front of the camera.Emphasis is placed on acting, but includes daily work in practicalcinematography, directing, script supervision, crewing for allstyles of film and video. (GR)

TD-115A Theatre Improvisation36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will learn how to improvise a story, character, andsetting. They will create improvisations through pantomime aswell as vocal techniques. There will be a public performance finalat the end of the term. (GR)

TD-116 Acting Laboratory54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis laboratory course applies the knowledge and techniquesgained in the production and technique courses. (GC)

TD-117A Audition/Portfolio Preparation18.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to help prepare students for aprofessional audition/interview by developing performanceselections, portfolio layouts, presentation techniques forregional, summer stock, film/TV, and festival venues. (GR)

TD-117A1 Audition/Portfolio Preparation18.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to help prepare students for aprofessional audition/interview by developing performanceselections, portfolio layouts, presentation techniques forregional, summer stock, film/TV, and festival venues. (CR)

TD-117A2 Audition/Portfolio Preparation27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is designed to help prepare students for aprofessional audition/interview by developing performanceselections, portfolio layouts, presentation techniques forregional, summer stock, film/TV, and festival venues. (GR)

TD-118 Survey of Acting Techniques36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an active survey of, and participation in, a varietyof public performance techniques, including scenework,monologues, reader’s theatre, improvisation, radio plays, andtheatre games. (GC)

TD-119 Directing for the Stage54.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: TD-110 and TD-114Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed for theatre students to study thetechniques for the director in theatre with an emphasis onpractical experience in directing through class projects and publicperformances. (GR)

TD-120A3 Student Repertory Theatre162.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Auditions (for actors only)Advisory: TD-110Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a combination of professional and educationaltheatre. Students will participate in performance and technicalroles in a repertory company. There will be a variety of playspresented for public performance. Members of the company willbe expected to participate in all phases of production. (GR) C-IDTHTR 191



TD-120B4 Student Repertory Theatre216.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: Auditions (for actors only); interviews (fordirectors only)Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a combination of professional and educationaltheatre and open to all members of the community. Students willparticipate in positions of leadership in acting and/or technicalroles in a repertory company. Members of the company will beexpected to participate in all phases of production, particularly inthe capacity of producer, director, designer, or other position ofartistic or business leadership with the goal of producing afestival of plays for a live audience. (GC) C-ID THTR 191

TD-121A Dance Rehearsal and Performance108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in a dance technique classAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an educational setting for dance performanceexperience. The student will learn the ins and outs of a theatricaldance performance. Each student, regardless of skill level, will begiven the opportunity to perform on stage in a professionalsetting with the security of an educational environment. Thecourse also supports the Theatre Technology students to do thesame. (GC)

TD-121B Dance Rehearsal and Performance162.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in a dance technique classAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an educational setting for dance performance. Thestudent will learn the ins and outs of a theatrical danceperformance. Each student, regardless of skill level, will be giventhe opportunity to perform on stage in a professional settingwith the security of an educational environment. (GR)

TD-121C Dance Rehearsal and Performance216.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in a dance technique classAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is an educational setting for dance performance. Thestudent will learn the ins and outs of a theatrical danceperformance. Each student, regardless of skill level, will be giventhe opportunity to perform on stage in a professional settingwith the security of an educational environment. It also supportsthe Theatre Technology students to do the same. (GR)

TD-122 Rehearsal and Performance108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: Audition or tryoutAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is for students studying the requirements of anunderstudy position or acting internship in a major collegeproduction. Understudies will study and prepare a leadingand/or supporting role with the possibility of performing in frontof a live audience. Acting interns will study and prepare a leadingand/or supporting role to perform for the director/instructoronly. Enrollment is for the duration of the production. (GR)

TD-123 Rehearsal and Performance162.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: Audition or tryoutAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is for students performing in a major collegeproduction in a supporting role. Enrollment is for the duration ofthe production. (GR)

TD-124 Rehearsal and Performance216.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: AuditionAdvisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B and ENGL-163; TD-110Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is for students performing in a major collegeproduction in a principal role. (GR) C-ID THTR 191

TD-125 Summerfest — Principals270.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Prerequisite: AuditionAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to familiarize students with the principlesand complexities involved in the preparation and production ofthe Summerfest production in a principal role. Specificinstruction will be given in acting, movement, speech, music, andvoice/singing as appropriate and as it relates to the style andhistorical period. (GC)

TD-126 Summerfest — Featured Parts216.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Prerequisite: AuditionAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to familiarize students with the principlesand complexities involved in the preparation and production ofthe Summerfest production in a featured role. Specificinstruction will be given in acting, movement, speech, music, andvoice/singing as appropriate as it relates to the style and historyof the period. (GC)

TD-127 Summerfest — Chorus, Ensemble, and Instrument Members162.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is designed to familiarize students with the principlesand complexities involved in the preparation and production ofthe Summerfest production as a chorus, ensemble, or orchestramember. Specific instruction will be given in acting, movement,speech, music, and voice/singing as appropriate and as theyrelate to the style and history of the period. (GC)

TD-129 Summerfest — Technicians270.00 hrs labUnits: 5.00Advisory: TD-150Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is normally taught as an eight to ten-week summersession course. It is designed to familiarize and teach studentsthe various technical aspects (i.e., set construction, lighting,costuming, makeup, publicity and house management) neededfor the preparation and production of a major theatricalSummerfest production. (GR)

TD-130 Oral Interpretation of Literature54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: COMM-130Advisory: ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCUsing performance as a communication concept, students willexplore performance theory and apply theoreticalcommunication theories of performance using all genres ofliterature. (GR) C-ID COMM 170



TD-132 Voice and Diction54.00 hrs lecture, 18.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: COMM-132Advisory: ENGL-151AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCUnderstand and enhance the speaking voice and vocal qualitythrough oral exercises that focus on expressiveness andarticulation. Increase vocabulary and use the InternationalPhonetic Alphabet in transcription and pronunciation. (GR)

TD-134 Introduction to Performance Studies54.00 hrs lectureUnits: 3.00Cross-referenced Course: COMM-134Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCLive performance is used as a method for exploring humanbehavior as it occurs within contemporary cultures and societies.Performance assignments will draw from among the following:performance of texts, street performance, personal narrative,oral history, everyday life, and social justice. (GR)

TD-141A Introduction to Ballet18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the rudiments of classical ballet to thebeginning dance student. Students will develop the strength andcoordination to perform the technical skills of basic balletthrough barre and center work and by learning simplemovement combinations. Ballet terminology will be covered.Requires attendance at selected events offered by OhloneCollege at the Gary Soren Smith Center for the Fine andPerforming Arts. (GC)

TD-141B Intermediate Ballet18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: TD-141AAdvisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course continues the training in the rudiments of classicalballet for the intermediate level student. The students will furtherdevelop the technical skills to perform intermediate-levelchoreography. Ballet II terminology will be covered. (GC)

TD-142A Introduction to Jazz Dance18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will learn the basic skill of jazz dance with emphasis onbody alignment, strength, and coordination. Requiresattendance at selected events offered by Ohlone College at theGary Soren Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. (GC)

TD-142B Intermediate Jazz Dance18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: TD-142AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will work on more advanced skills and styles inherentin jazz dance. Class work will deal with technical skills,combinations of steps, and exploration of composition in jazzdance form. Requires attendance at selected events offered byOhlone College at the Gary Soren Smith Center for the Fine andPerforming Arts. (GC)

TD-142C Advanced Jazz Dance18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: TD-142BAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will complete advanced skills inherent in jazz dance.This advanced level technical jazz dance course will deal withleaps, turns, and technique as well as dance composition.Requires attendance at selected events offered by OhloneCollege at the Gary Soren Smith Center for the Fine andPerforming Arts. (GC)

TD-143A Introduction to Tap18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will study basic tap dance techniques and elementarytap dances. This course provides students with the opportunityto develop coordination, rhythm, and performance skills. Somehistory of tap will be included. Requires attendance at selectedevents offered by Ohlone College at the Gary Soren SmithCenter for the Fine and Performing Arts. Repeatable = 3 times(GC)

TD-143B Intermediate Tap18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: TD-143AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will further develop intricate skills in tap dancing bystudying intermediate-level skills and choreography. Repeatable= 3 times (GC)

TD-143C Advanced Tap Dance18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: This is an advanced-level course; the student isexpected to have a strong intermediate-level skill set uponenrollment.Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will further develop advanced and intricate skills in tapdance by studying advanced rhythm patterns, movements, andchoreography with some provision for student composition ofdance. Performance skills will be included. Repeatable = 3 times(GC)

TD-144A Introduction to Contemporary Dance18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will learn basic fundamentals of contemporary dancewith emphasis on body alignment, strength, coordination,rhythmic movement, and creative expression. Repeatable = 3times (GC)

TD-144B Intermediate Contemporary Dance18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: TD-144AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will further prepare their bodies as an instrument fordance, progressing to longer, faster-paced, more diversified, andmore difficult movement phrases. Coursework will include somecreative dance experiences, abstract dance, and musical mime.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)



TD-145A Dance Ensemble I27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in an Ohlone Dance classAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will be introduced to the art of performance dance invarious styles, including jazz, tap, contemporary, and hip hop.Students will be introduced to new choreography with each levelthat best displays their abilities. (GR)

TD-145B Dance Ensemble II54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in an Ohlone Dance classAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will be introduced to the art of performance dance invarious styles, including jazz, tap, contemporary, and hip hop.Students will be introduced to new choreography and performthree to four dances that best display their abilities. (GR)

TD-145C Dance Ensemble III81.00 hrs labUnits: 1.50Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in an Ohlone Dance classAccepted For Credit: CSUStudents will be introduced to the art of performance dance invarious styles, including jazz, tap, contemporary, and hip hop.Students will be introduced to new choreography and performfive to six dances that best display their abilities. (GR)

TD-146L Open Dance Lab36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Corequisite: TD-141A, TD-141B, TD-142A, TD-142B, TD-142C,TD-143A, TD-143B, TD-143C, TD-144A, TD-144B, TD-148A2,TD-148A3, TD-148B2, or TD-148B3Accepted For Credit: CSUStudents will have supervised and tutored studio time to perfectskills and techniques learned in a concurrently enrolled danceclass. (GR)

TD-147A Dance Company Repertoire I108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: It is highly recommended that the student beconcurrently enrolled in an intermediate or advanced level jazzor modern dance technique class.Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will be introduced to the art of performance dance.Students will utilize a fusion of diverse dance disciplines, culturalbackgrounds, and personal experience for the expression andperformance of advanced level choreography. Students will beintroduced to new choreography with each enrollment. Theremay be performances off campus, such as field trips and tours.(GR)

TD-147B Dance Company Repertoire II108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: It is highly recommended that the student beconcurrently enrolled in an intermediate or advanced leveldance technique class.Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudent will continue to explore the art of performance dance.Students will utilize a fusion of diverse dance disciplines, culturalbackgrounds, and personal experience for the expression andperformance of advanced level choreography. The student willbe introduced to new choreography with each enrollment. Theremay be performances off campus, such as field trips and tours.(GR)

TD-148A2 Introduction to Hip Hop36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will learn basic skills of hip hop dance with emphasison creative expression, strength, coordination, and rhythmicstyle. Repeatable = 3 times (GR)

TD-148A3 Introduction to Hip Hop54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will learn basic skills of contemporary street jazz/hiphop dance with emphasis on body alignment, strength,coordination, rhythmic movement, and creative expression.Repeatable = 3 times (GC)

TD-148B2 Intermediate Hip Hop36.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Prerequisite: TD-148A2 or TD-148A3Advisory: Medical check within the last yearAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will learn, at an intermediate level, skills of hip hopdance with emphasis on creative expression, strength,coordination, rhythmic style, and improvisation. Repeatable = 3times (GR)

TD-148B3 Intermediate Hip Hop54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Prerequisite: TD-148A3Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will learn, at an intermediate level, skills ofcontemporary street jazz/hip hop dance with emphasis on bodyalignment, strength, coordination, rhythmic movement, andcreative expression. Repeatable = 3 times (GC)



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TD-149A Choreography for Production I18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will learn methods and elements of choreography;relate them to technical theatre elements of set, lighting,costuming, and sound; then present their piece with elements ofproduction. (GR)

TD-149B Choreography for Production II18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: TD-149AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCStudents will learn methods and elements of choreography;relate them to technical theatre elements of set, lighting,costuming, and sound; then present their piece in full productionas part of a large-scale, professional-level, dance production.(GR)

TD-150 Technical Theatre36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the theory and practice of technicaltheatre production. Emphasis is placed on theatre safety, sceneryconstruction techniques, materials, and backstage procedures.Students receive hands-on training in the scene shop and asmembers of the stage crew of a department production. (GR) C-ID THTR 171

TD-152 Introduction to Stage Lighting and Sound36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: TD-150Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course introduces the basic concepts, technology, and safepractices of electricity, lighting, and sound for live events.Lectures will focus on theory and practice, while lab will provideopportunities to use equipment in “real life” situations. (GR) C-ID THTR 173

TD-153 Scenic Painting36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: TD-150Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course is a study of various methods of painting theatricalscenery. Tools to be used will include brushes, rollers, sponges,and stencils. Students will learn techniques in faux, trompe-l’oeil,and forced perspective. Students also participate in currentdepartment productions. (GR)

TD-154 Theatrical Makeup for Stage, TV, and Dance18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course includes lecture, demonstration, and laboratorypractice in the design and application of stage and film makeup,including ethnic, fantasy, horror, period styles, and specialeffects. (GR)

TD-155A Costume Construction I36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides basic costume construction techniques todevelop a students’ skill in the use of fabrics, methods, andsimple patterns in a theatrical context. (GR)

TD-155B Costume Construction II36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Prerequisite: TD-155AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course provides costume construction techniques toadvance students’ skill in the use of special fabrics, methods, andmore complex patterns. (GC)

TD-156 Theatrical Costuming36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: TD-155AAccepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course covers the costume design process and the historyof costumes. Play analysis, rendering, research, fabrics and theiruses, and related topics will be addressed. (GR) C-ID THTR 174

TD-157 Introduction to Event Production27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers students entry-level instruction andimplementation of event production. Students in this course willparticipate in the preparation and daily operation of a large-scaleevent. The skills learned in this course are lifelong and applicableto any collaborative working environment. (GR)

TD-158 Live Event Management27.00 hrs lecture, 27.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers students leadership instruction and practicalroles in live event management. Students in this course will learntechniques and practices in production, scheduling, timemanagement, budgeting, and event staffing. There is practicallab application of studies in conjunction with on-campusproductions and events. (GC)

TD-159 Theatre Management36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151BAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course is an introduction to the theories and practices ofdance, theatre, and music performance management. Studentswill study advertising, public relations, box office operations, andevent staffing. There is practical lab application of studies inconjunction with concurrent productions (student andprofessional) and/or outside projects in film and TV. (GR)

TD-160A Production Lab27.00 hrs labUnits: 0.50Accepted For Credit: CSUThis lab provides hands-on instruction and practice in technicalproduction for theatre, dance, and television. (GC)

TD-160A2 Production Lab108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis lab provides hands-on instruction and practice in technicalproduction for theatre, dance, and television. (GC)

TD-161 Stagecraft Lab (Theatre, Television, Dance)54.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course involves participation in all or some of the technicalaspects of preparing a scheduled College production (stage,television, and dance), including set construction, lighting,sound, costuming, makeup, stage management, projection,publicity, and house management. (GR)



TD-162 Stagecraft Lab (Theatre, Television, Dance)108.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis stagecraft lab involves participation in all of the technicalaspects of preparing a scheduled College production (stage,television, and dance), including set construction, lighting,sound, costuming, makeup, stage management, publicity, andhouse management. (GR)

TD-163 Stagecraft Lab (Theatre, Television, Dance)162.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course involves participation in all the technical aspects ofpreparing a scheduled College production (stage, television, anddance), including set construction, lighting, sound, costuming,makeup, stage management, publicity, and house management.(GR) C-ID THTR 192

TD-164 Stagecraft Lab (Theatre, Television, Dance)216.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Accepted For Credit: CSU & UCThis course involves participation in all the technical aspects ofpreparing a scheduled College production (stage, television, anddance), including set construction, lighting, sound, costuming,makeup, stage management, publicity, and house management.(GR) C-ID THTR 192

TD-170 Survey of Entertainment Design36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course explores trends in entertainment design andtechnology through lectures, practicum labs, and field trips.Areas covered will include live performance; film and television;themed entertainment and retail; and corporate events andgaming technologies. This course will provide students a broadoverview of the field of Entertainment Design and Technologywith emphasis on current and future employment opportunitiesand the skills needed for them. (GR) C-ID THTR 172

TD-171 3D Entertainment Design for Lighting36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: TD-152Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course focuses on the fundamentals of computer-aideddesign as related to lighting design for the entertainmentindustry. Using Mini-CAD design and drafting programs, thiscourse will guide students through the process of creatinglighting designs using three-dimensional models of theatres andother spaces. (GR)

TD-172 Intermediate Lighting for Stage, Video, and Live Events36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: TD-152Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers lecture and project-based instruction on theequipment and techniques used in lighting. Students will learnlighting for stage, video, and live events. This is a hands-onproject based course that will give students the opportunity topractice the technologies they learn in a creative andcollaborative environment. (GC)

TD-173 Introduction to Moving Lights18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: TD-172Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers an introduction to the technology andapplications of intelligent lighting systems for the entertainmentindustry. The course and lab work will concentrate on thefeatures and functions of a wide variety of lighting fixtures andcontrol systems in use in the entertainment industry today. (GC)

TD-174 Intermediate Moving Lights18.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Prerequisite: TD-173Advisory: TD-172Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course builds upon the work done in TD-173. Students willbegin designing with and programming intelligent lightingsystems for different types of events (concerts, corporate parties,trade shows). More sophisticated work will be done in troubleshooting, servicing, and rigging, as well. (GC)

TD-175 Intermediate Sound for Stage, Television, and Live Events36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: TD-152 or stage/TV sound experienceAccepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers project-based instruction on the equipmentand techniques used in sound design, recording, andreinforcement. The course will be divided into three sections,each of which will focus on a specific area of the entertainmentindustry: sound for the stage, for television production, and forlive events. (GC)

TD-176 Digital Sound Editing for Stage and TV36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Advisory: TD-175 and MUS-113Accepted For Credit: CSUThis project-based course provides advanced, hands-oninstruction in industry-standard digital sound editing, MIDIsystems, including Peak, Pro Tools, and CueBase. The course isintended for students pursuing careers in audio/technology inthe entertainment industry. (GC)

TD-178 Fundamentals of Rigging36.00 hrs lecture, 36.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Advisory: TD-150; ability to climb ladders and lift 50 poundsThis course offers an introduction to the rigging systems andequipment commonly used in the entertainment industry.Through a combination of classroom and lab, students will learnthe fundamental concepts of safe rigging including loadcalculation and placement, safety devices, and fall protection.Students should be in good physical condition, and must be ableto climb ladders and lift fifty pounds. (GC)

TD-179 Introduction to Stage Management36.00 hrs lecture, 54.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course introduces the responsibilities, techniques, and toolsof a modern stage manager for live and broadcast events. Areascovered will include creating schedules, promptbooks, and otherpaperwork; organizing and managing crew; managingproduction meetings; managing the rehearsal process; runningperformances. (GR)



TD-180 Make a Movie162.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUIn this course students will participate in the production ofindependent films. The positions for students include both talentand technical operations. (GR)

TD-181 Directing for the Camera36.00 hrs lecture, 108.00 hrs labUnits: 4.00Advisory: Eligible for ENGL-151B; TD-114Accepted For Credit: CSUUsing three-camera technique, students will produce and directfour dramatic scenes for television and one music video. Usingsingle and multi-camera shots, students will produce, direct, andedit one dramatic scene. (GR)

TD-190 Experimental Theatre Ensemble162.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course is for students developing and performing in a newplay or newly created theatrical production. (GC)

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WEX-185A1 General Work Experience Education75.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Corequisite: Parallel Plan: Work and attend school at the sametime. Enrollment in a minimum of seven units, including WorkExperience Education; students may qualify for a maximum of3 WEX units per semester for a total of 6 WEX-185 units.Alternate plan (work and attend school alternately): enrollmentlimited to one other class during the semester; students musthave completed a minimum of seven semester units prior toenrolling in the alternate plan; students may enroll in up to sixsemester units per semester. General limitations: Students maynot enroll in WEX-185 and any WEX-195 course concurrently.Requires a minimum of 75 hours of paid work or 60 hours ofvolunteer work.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers participants the ability to engage in work-based learning while enrolled in school to gain employmentexperience. Through a set of learning objectives established bythe student, supervisor, and instructor, students shall enhancetheir career awareness and expand their understanding of theskills required to be successful in the workplace. This work-basedlearning experience will promote a better understanding of therelationship between formal education and job success. (GC)

WEX-185A2 General Work Experience Education150.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Corequisite: Parallel Plan: Work and attend school at the sametime. Enrollment in a minimum of seven units, including WorkExperience Education; students may qualify for a maximum of3 WEX units per semester for a total of 6 WEX-185 units.Alternate plan (work and attend school alternately): enrollmentlimited to one other class during the semester; students musthave completed a minimum of seven semester units prior toenrolling in the alternate plan; students may enroll in up to sixsemester units per semester. General limitations: Students maynot enroll in WEX-185 and any WEX-195 course concurrently.Requires a minimum of 150 hours of paid work or 120 hoursof volunteer work.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers participants the ability to engage in work-based learning while enrolled in school to gain employmentexperience. Through a set of learning objectives established bythe student, supervisor, and instructor, students shall enhancetheir career awareness and expand their understanding of theskills required to be successful in the workplace. This work-basedlearning experience will promote a better understanding of therelationship between formal education and job success. (GC)

WEX-185A3 General Work Experience Education225.00 hrs labUnits: 3.00Corequisite: Parallel Plan: Work and attend school at the sametime. Enrollment in a minimum of seven units, including WorkExperience Education; students may qualify for a maximum of3 WEX units per semester for a total of 6 WEX-185 units.Alternate plan (work and attend school alternately): enrollmentlimited to one other class during the semester; students musthave completed a minimum of seven semester units prior toenrolling in the alternate plan; students may enroll in up to sixsemester units per semester. General limitations: Students maynot enroll in WEX-185 and any WEX-195 course concurrently.Requires a minimum of 225 hours of paid work or 180 hoursof volunteer work.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course offers participants the ability to engage in work-based learning while enrolled in school to gain employmentexperience. Through a set of learning objectives established bythe student, supervisor, and instructor, students shall enhancetheir career awareness and expand their understanding of theskills required to be successful in the workplace. This work-basedlearning experience will promote a better understanding of therelationship between formal education and job success. (GC)




WEX-195A1 Occupational Work Experience Education75.00 hrs labUnits: 1.00Corequisite: Parallel Plan (Work and attend school at the sametime): Enrollment in a minimum of seven units, including WorkExperience Education; students may qualify for a maximum of3 WEX units per semester for a total of 6 WEX-185 units.Alternate Plan (Work and attend school alternately): Enrollmentlimited to one other class during the semester; students musthave completed a minimum of seven semester units prior toenrolling in the alternate plan; students may enroll in up to sixsemester units per semester. General limitations: Students maynot enroll in WEX-185 and WEX-195 concurrently.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course, known as Occupational Work Experience Education,offers participants the ability to engage in work-based learningrelated to their college major and/or occupational goal. Througha set of learning objectives established by the student,supervisor, and instructor, students shall enhance their careerawareness and expand their understanding of the skills requiredto be successful in the workplace. This work-based learningexperience will promote a better understanding of therelationship between formal education and job success. (GC)

WEX-195A2 Occupational Work Experience Education150.00 hrs labUnits: 2.00Corequisite: Parallel Plan: Work and attend school at the sametime. Enrollment in a minimum of seven units, including WorkExperience Education; students may qualify for a maximum of3 WEX units per semester for a total of 6 WEX-195 units.Alternate plan (work and attend school alternately): enrollmentlimited to one other class during the semester; students musthave completed a minimum of seven semester units prior toenrolling in the alternate plan; students may enroll in up to sixsemester units per semester. General limitations: Students maynot enroll in WEX-185 and any WEX-195 course concurrently.Requires a minimum of 150 hours of paid work or 120 hoursof volunteer work.Accepted For Credit: CSUThis course, known as Occupational Work Experience Education,offers participants the ability to engage in work-based learningrelated to their college major and/or occupational goal. Througha set of learning objectives established by the student,supervisor, and instructor, students shall enhance their careerawareness and expand their understanding of the skills requiredto be successful in the workplace. This work-based learningexperience will promote a better understanding of therelationship between formal education and job success. (GC)





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