2018-2019 San Joaquin Delta College Catalog 
    
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2018-2019 San Joaquin Delta College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Information

A complete list of San Joaquin Delta College courses is provided.  In addition to being held on the Stockton campus, many of these courses are offered online, as hybrid classes, and at regional sites such as the South Campus at Mountain House. Check the current Schedule of Classes for details. 

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P E Theory
  

  • PETHEORY 042M Beginning Theory of Offensive Football

    Units: 2
    Advisories: ATH 046  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to teach elementary offensive football. Offensive overviews, establishing formation concepts, areas of attack dual system, backfield actions, cadence, line symbols and term line stance, back stance, types of blocks, recognition of defenses, and offensive kicking game are covered. Kick off return, point after touchdown, field goal, and the running game are stressed. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 042N Advanced Theory of Offensive Football

    Units: 2
    Prerequisites: PETHEORY 042M Beginning Theory of Offensive Football  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to help the student perform coaching and teaching assignments at lower levels from Pop Warner to high school football. The student learns to establish a football system of offense. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 042O Beginning Theory of Defensive Football

    Units: 2
    Advisories: ATH 046  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is an introduction to the philosophy, technology, and strategy of defensive football played at the college level. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 042P Advanced Theory of Defensive Football

    Units: 2
    Prerequisites: PETHEORY 042O Beginning Theory of Defensive Football  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a review of the philosophy, terminology, and strategy of defensive football played at the college level. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 042Q Beginning Coaching of Offensive Football

    Units: 1.5
    This course is designed to teach the coaching and demonstration of offensive techniques. Activities are designed for those who will coach the lower levels through Pop Warner and high school football. The fundamentals of the elementary level of running, throwing, catching, and blocking are stressed. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 042R Intermediate Coaching of Offensive Football

    Units: 1.5
    Prerequisites: PETHEORY 042Q Beginning Coaching of Offensive Football  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to teach the coaching and demonstration of intermediate offensive techniques. Activities are designed for those who will coach the lower levels through Pop Warner and high school football. The fundamentals of the intermediate level of running, throwing, catching, and blocking are stressed. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 042T Beginning Coaching of Defensive Football

    Units: 1.5
    This course is designed to teach the coaching and demonstration of defensive techniques. Activities are designed for those who will coach the lower levels through Pop Warner and high school football. The fundamentals of the elementary level of running, throwing, catching, and tackling are stressed. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 042U Intermediate Coaching of Defensive Football

    Units: 1.5
    Prerequisites: PETHEORY 042T Beginning Coaching of Defensive Football  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to teach the coaching and demonstration of intermediate defensive techniques. Activities are designed for those who will coach the lower levels through Pop Warner and high school football. The fundamentals of the intermediate level of running, throwing, catching, and tackling are stressed. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 042V Theory and Application of Weight Training

    Units: 3
    Advisories: PEACTIV 014A  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to introduce the student to new and traditional conditioning practices. The student learns how to set up, design, and implement a complete strength training and conditioning program for various populations. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 042W Theory of Offensive Softball

    Units: 2
    The study of theory, philosophy, methods, and techniques relating to the coaching of offensive softball. Emphasis is placed on practice and event preparation; individual and team fundamentals; offensive techniques and strategies; motivation, training, and conditioning. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 043 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

    Units: 3
    This course is designed as an introduction to the field of athletic training. The history of the athletic training profession, the role of the athletic trainer as part of the sports medicine team, emergency management, risk management, injury assessment, and immediate care of athletic injuries will be introduced. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 044A Intro theory of Soccer

    Units: 2
    The study of basic theory, philosophy, methods, and techniques relating to the coaching of soccer. Emphasis is placed on basic practice and event preparation; individual and team fundamentals; basic offensive and defensive techniques and strategies; motivation, training, and conditioning. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 044B Advanced Theory of Soccer

    Units: 2
    Advisories: PETHEORY 044A  with a grade of “C” or better.
    The study of advanced theory, philosophy, methods, and techniques relating to the coaching of soccer. Emphasis is placed on technical and tactical functional training, phase of play, shadow play, coaching in the game, imprinting a style of play and professional event preparation; advanced offensive and defensive techniques and strategies; motivation, training, and conditioning. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 048 Physiology of Fitness and Sport Performance

    Units: 3
    This course is designed to introduce the basic concepts of anatomy, physiology, nutrition, kinesiology, and exercise physiology to the student interested in how and why training programs affect health and fitness. This course is designed for the student majoring in physical education. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 049 Psychology of Fitness and Sport Performance

    Units: 3
    Theoretical, practical and mental aspects of sport, exercise, and rehabilitation settings. The influence of psychological variables on participation in sport and exercise. The influence of participation on psychological factors and well-being. Topics include motivation, anxiety, observational learning, imagery, exercise adherence, goal setting, and youth sport participation. (CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 050H Special Studies: Physical Education

    Units: 1-2
    Prerequisites: Students must have completed two or more PETHEORY courses with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: To qualify for 50H, a student must have completed a total of at least 12 units of transfer course work with an overall grade point average of at least 3.0. In addition, an independent study contract must be completed by the student, faculty member, and division dean. A written project proposal outlining the project quidelines, tasks, calendar, is required.
    This course is designated for the student qualified to do advanced work in the field. The course may include research, directed reading, field work, or other advanced study. (CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 051 Fitness Assessment

    Units: 3
    This course is designed to aid the student in synthesizing the important principles and theories in exercise physiology, kinesiology, nutrition, testing, and measurements and applying them to physical fitness testing.(CSU, UC)
  

  • PETHEORY 052 Nutrition for Fitness and Sport Performance

    Units: 3
    This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of nutrition as they impact health, fitness, and sports performance. Particular emphasis is given to basic nutrition, diet analysis, weight control, special diets, eating disorders, and the use of ergogenic aids. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 069V PE Theory Internship

    Units: 1-2
    This course is a supervised internship in a physical education-related organization. The student assists in the operation of the organization and engages in specific research projects related to his/her position. Each student is engaged in a specific research project or on-the-job learning activities under the supervision of a work-site supervisor and a college internship instructor. Units are awarded on the basis of one unit per 60 hours of unpaid work or 75 hours of paid work. (CSU)
  

  • PETHEORY 075 Selected Topics: Physical Education Theory

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Physical Education Theory not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Philosophy
  

  • PHILO 006 Introduction to Philosophy

    Units: 3
    Advisories: ENG 079  with a grade of “C” or better or Composition Level III.
    This course introduces philosophical ideas and methods concerning knowledge, reality, and values. Expected topics will include the sources and limits of knowledge and the nature of reality. Other topics that may be examined from a philosophical perspective include the nature of the self, truth, ethics, religion, science, language, beauty and art, political theory, or mind. Competing positions in the fields of metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and the history of philosophy are presented, discussed, and critically evaluated. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PHILO 015 Selected Topics: Philosophy

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Philosophy not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
  

  • PHILO 030 Introductory Logic

    Units: 3
    Advisories: ENG 079  with a grade of “C” or better or Composition Level III.
    This course introduces principles of valid reasoning with emphasis on deductive logic. The course includes a study of formal techniques of sentential logic. The course also includes a treatment of inductive reasoning, language, or fallacies. The concepts of induction, deduction, validity, soundness, strength, and cogency are explored in detail. There is a survey of informal fallacies as well as an introduction to the methodology associated with symbolic logic, natural deduction, and the calculation of probabilities. (UC, CSU, C-ID PHIL 110)
  

  • PHILO 040 Ethics

    Units: 3
    This course is a survey of ethical theories and contemporary ethical issues to which the various theories are applied. The theories introduced are ethical relativism, egoism, utilitarianism, Kantian deontology, natural law theory, and feminist ethical theory. Issues discussed are euthanasia, abortion, legal punishment, animal rights, equality and discrimination, and economic justice. (UC, CSU, C-ID PHIL 120)
  

  • PHILO 045 Philosophy of Religion

    Units: 3
    This course is a survey of issues and questions concerning the existence and nature of God, the validity of religious experience, the nature of relationships between persons and God, and the relationship between faith and reason. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PHILO 050 Asian Philosophy

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Advisory Reading Level II.
    This course is an introduction to the philosophical tradition of Asia. Special emphasis is placed on the Buddhist, Hindu, Taoist, and Confucian philosophies. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PHILO 075 Selected Topics: Philosophy

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Philosophy not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Photography
  

  • PHOTO 001A Introduction to Photography

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite Reading level II.
    This course is an introduction to the processes, principles, and tools of photography. Topics include the development of technical and aesthetic skills, elements of design and composition, camera technology, materials and equipment, and contemporary trends in photography. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PHOTO 001B Intermediate Photography

    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: PHOTO-001A Introduction to Photography with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is an intermediate black & white film photography course with emphasis on film processing and darkroom printing. Assignments include camera exposure, black & white films and fiber based papers, contrast control, camera filters, medium format cameras, finishing techniques and history of photography. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PHOTO 003A Introduction to Digital Photography

    Units: 3
    Advisories: PHOTO-001A with a grade of “C” or better.
    This introductory course focuses on the creative skills required to create effective digital photographs using digital cameras. Students will be introduced to color correction, retouching, and composition, as well as digital capture, scanning and printing techniques with a specific focus on digital photographic practice in fine art.(UC CSU)
  

  • PHOTO 015 Selected Topics: Photography

    Units: 0.5-4
    This course is designed to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of photography not already covered by existing curricula. (CSU)
  

  • PHOTO 034 Workshop Projects

    Units: 2
    Prerequisites: PHOTO-001B Intermediate Photography with a grade of “C” or better.
    In this course, students work on their personal practice as they learn how to compile a body of exhibition quality photographs into a portfolio for the purpose of job interviews, exhibits, and/or for transfer. (CSU)
  

  • PHOTO 050H Special Studies: Photography

    Units: 1-2
    Prerequisites: PHOTO-001B Intermediate Photography and PHOTO-003A Introduction to Digital Photography and PHOTO-034 Workshop Projects each with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: A student must have completed a total of at least 12 units of transfer course work with an overall grade point average of at least 3.0. In addition, an independent study contract must be completed by the student, faculty member, and Division Dean.
    This course is designed for the student qualified to do advanced work in Photography. The course includes research, directed reading, fieldwork or other advanced study, which must be arranged and approved by the instructor and the division dean before enrolling in the course. (CSU)
  

  • PHOTO 075 Selected Topics: Photography

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Photography not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Physical Science
  

  • PHSCI 001 Matter and Energy

    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH-080 Elementary Algebra with a grade of “C” or better or higher level Math or minimum of level 4 on the Math Placement Test.
    This course is an introduction to the physical sciences for the student with a limited science background. Topics include astronomy, physics, chemistry, meteorology, and geology. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PHSCI 015 Selected Topics: Physical Science

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Physical Science not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
  

  • PHSCI 075 Selected Topics: Physical Science

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Physical Science not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Physics
  

  • PHYSC 002A General Physics

    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 038B Precalculus II  or MATH 039 Precalculus  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Advisory Reading Level II.
    This course is intended for students not majoring in physics or engineering but needing a one-year course in physics as a requirement for their major program. The course is part of a two-semester sequence. Core topics include: kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, momentum, fluids, and simple harmonic motion. (UC, CSU, C-ID PHYS 105, C-ID PHYS 100S with both PHSYC 2A and PHYSC 002B )
  

  • PHYSC 002B General Physics

    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: PHYSC 002A General Physics  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is intended for students not majoring in physics or engineering but needing a one-year course in physics as a requirement for their major program. The course is part of a two-semester sequence. Core topics include mechanical waves and sound, electrostatics, magnetism, DC circuits, optics and modern physics. (UC, CSU, C-ID PHYS 110, C-ID PHYS 100S with both PHYSC 002A  and 2B)
  

  • PHYSC 004A Principles of Physics: Mechanics

    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 002 Calculus II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Advisory: Reading Level II.
    Corequisites: MATH 002 Calculus II .
    This course, intended for students majoring in physical sciences and engineering, is part of a three-semester sequence. Core topics include an introduction to kinematics, dynamics, work and energy, momentum, gravitation, rotational motion, and simple harmonic motion. (UC, CSU, C-ID PHYS 205)
  

  • PHYSC 004B Principles of Physics: Waves, Sound, and Thermodynamics

    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 002 Calculus II  and PHYSC 004A Principles of Physics: Mechanics  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course, intended for students majoring in physical sciences and engineering, is part of a three-semester sequence. Core topics include mechanical waves and sound, thermodynamics, optics, and modern physics. (UC, CSU, C-ID PHYS 215)
  
  

  • PHYSC 010 Introduction to Physics

    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 090 Beginning Algebra  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
    This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of physics to students with no previous background in the subject. The course content surveys selected topics in the areas of mechanics, heat, wave motion, optics, electricity, magnetism, and sound. Emphasis is on critical thinking in problem solving and practical application through laboratory work involving extensive instrumentation and measuring techniques. This course is not designed for the science or engineering major. (UC, CSU)
  

  • PHYSC 015 Selected Topics: Physics

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Physics not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
  

  • PHYSC 075 Selected Topics: Physics

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Physics not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Plant Science
  

  • PLANT 010 Principles of Plant Science

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Advisory: Reading Level II.
    Introduction to plant science including structure, growth processes, propagation, physiology, growth media, biological competitors, and post-harvest factors of food, fiber, and ornamental plants. (UC, CSU, C-ID AG - PS 104)
  

  • PLANT 010L Principles of Plant Science Laboratory

    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: PLANT 010 Principles of Plant Science , with a grade of “C” or better.
    Corequisites: PLANT 010 Principles of Plant Science .
    This course is designed to use experiments and observations related to the principles of plant science. The student learns through numerous hands-on experiences. Field trips are taken to observe specific crop practices. (UC, CSU, C-ID AG-PS 106L with PLANT 010  and 10L)
  

  • PLANT 014 Soil Science

    Units: 4
    The study of soil physical, chemical and biological properties. Soil classification, derivation, use, function and management including erosion, moisture retention, structure, cultivation, organic matter and microbiology. Laboratory topics include soil type, classification, soil reaction, soil fertility and physical properties of soil. Laboratory required. (UC, CSU, C-ID AG - PS 128L)
  

  • PLANT 015 Selected Topics: Plant Science

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Plant Science not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
  

  • PLANT 050H Special Studies: Plant Science

    Units: 1-2
    Prerequisites:  PLANT 010 Principles of Plant Science  or PLANT 014 Soil Science  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: A student must have completed a total of at least 12 units of transfer course work with an overall grade point average of at least 3.0. In addition, an independent study contract must be completed by the student, faculty member, and Division Dean.
    This course is designed for the student qualified to do advanced work in plant science. The course includes research, directed reading, fieldwork or other advanced study which must be arranged and approved by the instructor and the division dean before enrolling in the course. (CSU)
  

  • PLANT 075 Selected Topics: Plant Science

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to offer instruction in one or more of the specialized areas of plant science not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Political Science
  

  • POLSC 001 American Government and Institutions

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
    Advisories: ENG 001A  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of government and the political processes at the national, state, and local levels. Included are studies of basic issues confronted by the American people and their governing institutions. The course fulfills the Social Science (Group A) requirements for the AA degree and applies toward completion of the requirement in U.S. History and California state and local government. (UC, CSU, C-ID POLS 110)
  

  • POLSC 002 Introduction to Comparative Politics

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
    Advisories: ENG 001A  and POLSC 001  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course provides a comparative analysis of different kinds of political systems; their history, political institutions, processes and policies; the environments in which they occur and their consequences. Topics to be examined include: political power, political culture and socialization, participation in politics, governmental structures, democratization, and economic policies and development. (UC, CSU, C-ID POLS 130)
  

  • POLSC 003 Introduction to Political Theory

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
    Advisories: ENG 001A  and POLSC 001  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course examines various theoretical approaches to politics as well as basic political problems and proposed solutions. Students will analyze selected theories, the relevance of theory to contemporary problems and different approaches to political thought. (UC, CSU, POLS 120)
  

  • POLSC 004 California Politics

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: Reading Level II.
    Advisory: ENG 001A Reading and Composition  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course provides an overview of California government, politics, and problems. The course will focus on the historical and contemporary forces that shape the State’s politics, including the context of the U.S. Constitution and the national government institutions as well as the multifaceted components of diversity within the state. Included is the study of the three official branches of state government (executive, legislative and judicial); the three linkage institutions (the media, political parties and interest groups); direct democracy and campaigns; local government; and the state budget. Special attention will be given to current problems facing the governance of California and reform proposals. (CSU, UC)
  

  • POLSC 005 International Relations

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
    Advisories: ENG 001A  and POLSC 001  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is an introduction to the field of International Relations. The course surveys theoretical approaches to international relations, international conflict and cooperation, global issues, and the United States as a world power. (UC, CSU, POLS 140)
  

  • POLSC 006 International Political Economy

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
    Advisories: ENG 001A , POLSC 001  and POLSC 002  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to introduce students to the major theories, institutions and issues in international political economy. Students will examine the major theoretical perspectives on political economy, such as mercantilism, liberalism, and Marxism/structuralism. Other major components of the international economy will be covered including multilateral trade, domestic trade policy, international finance and currency policy. Last, this course focuses on several major issues in international political economy. Examples might include the gap between the developed and developing world, the globalized economy, the role of transnational corporations, and the political economies of oil, migration, food, or the environment. (CSU, UC)
  

  • POLSC 015 Selected Topics: Political Science

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This topics course is designed to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Political Science not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
  

  • POLSC 050H Special Studies: Political Science

    Units: 1-2
    Prerequisites: POLSC 001 American Government and Institutions  and Institutions with a grade of “B” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Instructor Permission.
    This course is designed to allow the qualified student to do advanced work in the field. The course includes research, directed reading, field work, or other advanced study.(CSU)
  

  • POLSC 069V Government Internship

    Units: 1-4
    Prerequisites: POLSC 001 American Government and Institutions  or POLSC 002 Introduction to Comparative Politics  or POLSC 003 Introduction to Political Theory  or POLSC 005 International Relations  each with a grade of “B” or better or.
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite or Corequisite Students must enroll in a minimum of one course at San Joaquin Delta College in a discipline related to their work experience. This course may be taken concurrently or may have been taken in the semester immediately prior.
    This course is a supervised internship in a federal, state or local government office, political campaign office, policy-related organization or law firm.The student assists in the operation of the office and engages in specific research projects related to his/her position. Each student isengaged in a specific research project or on-the-job learning activities under thesupervision of a work-site supervisor and a college internship instructor. Students must work 75 paid hours or 60 non-paid hours per unit earned. To register, complete an application form available at the Applied Science, Business and Technology Division office, Holt 140.(CSU)
  

  • POLSC 075 Selected Topics: Political Science

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Political Science not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Psychology
  

  • PSYCH 001 Introduction to Psychology

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level ll.
    Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes. The content focuses on the exploration of major psychological theories and concepts, methods, and research findings in psychology. Topics include the biological bases of behavior, perception, cognition and consciousness, learning, memory, emotion, motivation, development, personality, social psychology, psychological disorders and therapeutic approaches, and applied psychology. (UC, CSU, C-ID PSY 110)
  

  • PSYCH 002 Statistical Methods For Psychology & Social Science

    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 092G Intermediate Algebra  or MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM)  each with a grade of “C” or better or a minimum level of 5 on the math placement test.
    Advisories: PSYCH 001  with a grade of “C” or better.
    An introduction to the basic statistical methods and analyses commonly used in sociological research. Topics include: descriptive and inferential statistics usually include levels and types of measurement; measures of central tendency and dispersion; normal, t, and chi-square distributions; probability and hypothesis testing; correlation and regression. Applications of statistical software to sociology and/or other social science data required.(UC, CSU, C-ID SOCI 125)
  

  • PSYCH 003 Personal and Social Psychology

    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: PSYCH 001 Introduction to Psychology  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed with an applied focus for students interested in how psychology is used in everyday life and is related to other social sciences. The course surveys different psychological perspectives and theoretical foundations and how these are applied across a person`s life taking into account the influence of factors such as culture, gender, ethnicity, historical cohort, and socio-economic status. A broad understanding of how scientists, clinicians, and practitioners study and apply psychology is emphasized. (UC, CSU, C-ID PSY 115)
  
  

  • PSYCH 006 Lifespan Psychology

    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: PSYCH 001 Introduction to Psychology  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course provides an overview, from a psychological perspective, of human development from conception through death, including biological and environmental influences. Theories and research of physical, cognitive, personality, and social development are examined, as well as attention to developmental problems. (UC, CSU, C-ID PSY 180)
  

  • PSYCH 007 Abnormal Psychology

    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: PSYCH 001 Introduction to Psychology  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course introduces the scientific study of psychopathology and atypical behaviors, broadly defined. Students investigate abnormal behavior from a variety of perspectives including biological, psychological, and sociocultural approaches. An integrative survey of theory and research in abnormal behavior, and intervention and prevention strategies for psychological disorders are also introduced. (UC, CSU, C-ID PSY 120)
  

  • PSYCH 008 Drug and Alcohol: Community Overview, Awareness & Prevention Stra

    Units: 3
    Advisories: ENG 001A  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course explores the core components of substance use disorder treatment including the history and development of treatment, treatment modalities, continuum of care, and treatment outcomes. Students apply the theory, skills and knowledge and attitudes associated with the competencies in the practice dimension and the 12 core functions of substance abuse disorder counseling. Provides the knowledge and tools required in cross-cultural counseling of chemically dependent clients. Students develop skills that incorporate cultural elements and address barriers to recovery. The student learns a variety of community-based prevention strategies and puts these strategies into practice. Issues related to public, social, and retail environments as well as the role media plays in our homes and communities are discussed. The student gains an understanding of what community initiatives are and what is required to put a variety of environmental prevention strategies to work. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 009 Psychology: Issues of Diversity

    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: PSYCH 001 Introduction to Psychology  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Advisories: ENG 001A  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is the study of the values, problems, issues, concerns and counseling needs of special population groups in human services, mental health, substance abuse and other settings. Topics include understanding cultural influences in psychological development and other areas of psychology such as intelligence, motivation, personality, information processing, emotions, sexuality and disorders. The course includes exploration of stereotyping, interpersonal, and intrapersonal factors in the development of diverse groups. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 010 Communicable Disease Awareness in Counseling

    Units: 2
    Advisories: ENG 001A  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a survey of communicable diseases for counseling professionals. Many clients have a high risk for infectious diseases. Topics include Hepatitis, HIV, AIDS, sexually transmitted disease, tuberculosis and other blood borne pathogens. The course will cover the history, transmission and prevention of these infectious diseases. Health issues including the Public Health Model of intervention will be discussed. Types of resources, testing, intervention and counseling techniques will be included along with referral information. The focus will be on clients in mental health, human services and drug and alcohol programs. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 011 Assessment for Treatment Planning

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Advisory: Reading Level III 2. Advisory PSYCH 001 .
    Advisories: PSYCH 001  ENG 079  or ENG 001A  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is the study and evaluation of techniques used in the treatment of chemical dependency. The content focuses on the exploration of substance use, abuse and addiction, assessment screening tools, 12 core functions of a substance abuse counselor, and treatment modalities. Topics include assessment and screening, intervention, relapse prevention, DSM-V diagnostic criteria, and discharge planning. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 013 Professional Ethics in Counseling

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Advisory: Reading Level III.
    Advisories: PSYCH 001  and ENG 079  or ENG 001A  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to teach students about professional ethics in the counseling field including but not limited to careers in drug and alcohol abuse, mental health, human service and schools. Topics will include boundaries, code of conduct, confidentiality including 42 CFR Part II, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act, etc.) , sexual harassment, American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and special populations including Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT), criminal justice system (Drug Courts, Re-Entry Courts, Proposition 36, AB 109, etc.), etc. The course includes 7 hours of personal and professional growth including but not limited to, professional conduct and standards and translation of the code of ethics into professional behavior. Class activities will involve role playing and review of ethical situations. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 015 Selected Topics: Psychology

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of psychology not already covered by the existing curricula. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 016 Introduction to Counseling Skills

    Units: 3
    This course is an introduction to the counseling process through examination of the roles and characteristics of the counselor and the client. Basic skills involved inproblem identification and problem solving are discussed and practiced through simulated role situations. The student learns to use his/her relationship with clients to develop the alliance necessary for change via establishing rapport with clients, enlisting the client in the development of treatment plans, and making appropriate client referrals. The student practices active listening and other communication skills in simulated client interview settings for special populations such as addiction. Student will explore personal and professional growth as it relates to these topics (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 017 Introduction to Counseling Theories (Individual, Group & Family)

    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: PSYCH 001 Introduction to Psychology  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to stress basic skills for effective one-on-one, group and family counseling in a variety of settings including human service programs, substance abuse programs, mental health and private agencies through discussion and simulated counseling situations. The course will cover a variety of theories including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, REBT, Reality therapy, and Family systems. Student will explore personal and professional growth as it relates to these topics. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 030 Human Sexuality

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading level II.
    This course is an introduction to human sexuality. It covers the biological, psychological, social, cultural, and historical aspects of human sexuality. Students engage in discussions regarding social and psychological issues of fertility, pregnancy and childbirth, different methods of birth control, sexually transmitted diseases, sexual behavior, homosexuality and bisexuality and intercourse. Students evaluate their own sexual behavior, and attitudes. This course is academic rather than therapeutic. (UC, CSU, C-ID PSY 130)
  

  • PSYCH 040 Case Management and Treatment Planning

    Units: 3
    This course is a review of basic skills for effective and efficient case work management, which includes the following: goal analysis; identification and specification of client objectives; case planning; client contracting; data collection and record keeping; and client progress, evaluation, and reporting. Skills are applied using actual client examples. Participants write case plans, client contracts and treatment goals, and demonstrate mastery of all other case work management skills. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 045A Beginning Field Practicum

    Units: 2
    Prerequisites: PSYCH 001 Introduction to Psychology  and PSYCH 013 Professional Ethics in Counseling  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to provide an opportunity for the student to have guided experiences in one of the following settings: drug and alcohol, mental health, or human service agencies. The student observes professional staff working with clients in public agencies and engages in supervised field experience at a social service or related agency. Two hours in class is required each week to integrate practical experiences with theory learned in social science courses. A minimum of 80 hours of field experience in addition to class schedule is required to receive credit for the course. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 045B Intermediate Field Practicum

    Units: 2
    Prerequisites: PSYCH 045A Beginning Field Practicum  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to provide an opportunity for the student to have advanced guided experiences in one of the following settings: drug and alcohol, mental health, or human service agencies. The student observes professional staff working with clients in public agencies and engages in supervised internship at a social service agency. Two hours in class is required each week which will focus on sharing, evaluation, and discussion of students supervised field experiences and placement. Continued development of clinical skills, assessment, strategies and techniques and competence will be the focus. A minimum of 80 hours of practicum time is required in addition to the class schedule in order to receive credit.(CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 050H Special Studies: Psychology

    Units: 1-2
    Prerequisites: PSYCH 001 Introduction to Psychology  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: A student must have completed a total of at least 12 units of transfer course work with an overall grade point average of at least 3.0. In addition, an independent study contract must be completed by the student, faculty member, and Division Dean.
    This course is designed for the student qualified to do advanced work in psychology. The course includes research, directed reading, fieldwork or other advanced study which must be arranged and approved by the instructor and the division dean before enrolling in the course. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 052 Introduction to Substance Abuse Counseling

    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II -.
    This course is an overview of the substance abuse/addiction counseling industry. Course content will examine the history of alcohol and other mood changing drugs in the US; the patterns and progression of addiction, regulatory issues; the myths and stereotypes of alcohol/drug use; sociocultural factors that contribute to the use of drugs; disease model including signs and symptoms, research, neurobiological, AMA definition, and Jellinek`s work. It covers the eight domains of knowledge in the field of addiction: Clinical Evaluation, Treatment Planning, Referral, Service Coordination, Counseling Clients, Family and Community Education, Documentation and Professional and Ethical Responsibility. Additionally, the 12 core functions (Screening, Intake, Orientation, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Counseling, Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Client Education, Referrals, Record-keeping and Consultation with Relevant Professionals) are explored. Community resources, advocacy and educational programs will be covered. Career pathways, employment opportunities, coupled with state and national licensing requirements, will be discussed (including a review of the State of California Counselor Regulations and code of conduct). This course includes 7 hours of personal and professional growth content. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 053 Drugs and Society

    Units: 3
    This course is designed to give the student a basic pharmacology of the drugs of abuse as well as some effective skills to deal with the lifestyle of the abuser. The information provided aids the human services students in establishing a positive counseling relationship with drug dependent individuals and in giving those individuals life-skills. (CSU)
  

  • PSYCH 075 Selected Topics: Psychology

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Psychology not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Radio and Television
  

  • RTV 001 Introduction to Broadcasting/Electronic Media

    Units: 3
    This course introduces the history, structure, function, economics, content and evolution of radio, television, film, the Internet, and new media, including traditional and mature formats. The social, political, regulatory, ethical and occupational impact of the electronic media are also studied. (CSU)
  

  • RTV 005 Selected Topics: Radio/Television

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of radio/television not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
  

  • RTV 011 Fundamentals of Audio Production

    Units: 3
    This course serves as an introduction to the theory and practice of audio production for radio, television, film and digital recording applications. Students will learn the fundamentals of sound design and aesthetics, microphone use, and digital recording equipment. Students gain hands on experience recording, editing, mixing and mastering audio. Upon completion, students will have basic knowledge of applied audio concepts, production workflow, equipment functions, and audio editing software. Students will have an opportunity to apply the learned materials to actual audio production. (CSU)
  

  • RTV 012 Techniques of Audio Production

    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: RTV 011 Fundamentals of Audio Production  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to emphasize the use of digital audio workstations for audio, radio, and multimedia production and synchronization with the visual image. The course provides the opportunity for specialized training in the use of audio post production techniques and the skills necessary to compete in the entertainment, communications, and multimedia industries. The course also offers training in developing research, interviewing and production skills to a professional standard within the context of contemporary radio production. Student work may air on KWDC 93.5, Delta College Radio (CSU)
  

  • RTV 013 Audio Production Workshop

    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: RTV 012 Techniques of Audio Production  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to provide opportunity for the student`s development in all aspects of audio production. The course includes development of operational activities, including live broadcasting, music, public service, and community service broadcasting. Develop proficiency in the skills required to work in a professional radio studio environment.(CSU)
  

  • RTV 021 Fundamentals of Video Production

    Units: 3
    The course provides an introduction to the theory, terminology, and operation of single camera video production, including composition and editing techniques, camera operation, portable lighting, video recorder operation, audio control and basic editing. This course focuses on the aesthetics and fundamentals of scripting, producing, directing on location, postproduction, and exhibition/distribution. Emphasis is placed on understanding and utilizing the three major phases of video production. (CSU)
  

  • RTV 022 Techniques of Video Production

    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: RTV 021 Fundamentals of Video Production  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to provide intermediate video production skills intended for the student seeking employment in the television, editing, video production, and multimedia industries. Emphasis will be placed on theory and practice in video production, including planning, writing, producing, staging, and directing interviews, commercials, public service announcements, dramatic pieces, multimedia, and other program segments. Special emphasis will be placed on non-linear video editing techniques. (CSU)
  

  • RTV 023 Video Production Workshop

    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: RTV 022 Techniques of Video Production  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to provide student development in all aspects of video production. The course includes development of operational activities as well as public service and community service broadcasting.(CSU)
  

  • RTV 031 Media Performance

    Units: 3
    This course focuses on individual speech improvement through the study and practice of voice control and manipulation, proper breathing, and diction. Students gain practice with commercial material and ad lib announcing. Students will complete a digital media portfolio. (CSU)
  

  • RTV 050H Special Studies: Radio/Television

    Units: 1-2
    Prerequisites: RTV 001 Introduction to Broadcasting/Electronic Media  with a grade of “B” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Present a project proposal acceptable to the instructor and division dean.
    This course is designed to allow a qualified student to do advanced work in the field of radio/television. The course includes research, directed reading, field work, or other advanced study, which must be arranged and approved by the instructor and the division dean before enrolling in the course. (CSU)
  

  • RTV 069V Radio Television Digital Media Internship

    Units: 1-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite or Corequisite In the Entry Skill field: Students must enroll in a minimum of one course at San Joaquin Delta College in a discipline related to their work experience. This course may be taken concurrently or may have been taken in the semester immediately prior.
    This course is designed for the student participating in an occupational internship in Radio Television or Digital Media production. Application of discipline related skills and knowledge are emphasized. Each student is engaged in specific on-the-job learning activities under the supervision of a work site supervisor and a college internship instructor. Students must work 75 paid or 60 non-paid hours per unit earned. To register, complete an application form available at the Applied Science, Business, and Technology Division Office, Holt 140. (CSU)
  

  • RTV 075 Selected Topics: Radio and Television

    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Radio and Television not already covered by the existing curriculum.
  

  • RTV 098V Work Experience: Radio and Television

    Units: 1-4
    Prerequisites: RTV 011 Fundamentals of Audio Production  or RTV 031 Media Performance  or RTV 021 Fundamentals of Video Production  each with a grade of “C” or better or.
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite or Corequisite Students must enroll in a minimum of one course at San Joaquin Delta College in a discipline related to their work experience. This course may be taken concurrently or may have been taken in the semester immediately prior.
    This course is designed for the student participating in an occupational work experience in radio, television or multimedia. Application of discipline-related skills and knowledge are emphasized. Each student is engaged in on-the-job learning activities under the supervision of a work site supervisor and a college work experience instructor. Students must work 75 paid or 60 non-paid hours per unit earned. To register, complete an application form available at the Applied Science, Business and Technology Division Office in Holt 140.

Radiologic Technology
  
  

  • RAD 010A Beginning Clinical Laboratory

    Units: 3
    Corequisites: RAD 010 Introduction to Radiography .
    Limitations on Enrollment: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program. Finger printing & Criminal Record Clearance.
    This course is designed to provide an introduction to clinical radiographic training. The course includes practical training in the functions of the darkroom, office, computer systems, file rooms, and training involving patient transportation. An introduction to x-ray equipment and technical factor selection is included, as well as lab practice in venipuncture. (CSU)
  

  • RAD 010B Intermediate Clinical Laboratory

    Units: 6
    Prerequisites: RAD 010A Beginning Clinical Laboratory , with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program due to contractual agreement with hospital.
    This course is designed to provide clinical radiographic training. The course includes examinations of the chest, extremities, shoulder and pelvic girdles and abdomen all done under direct supervision. Technical factor selection and equipment manipulation are included. Portable and operating room radiography are also included in this course. (CSU)
  

  • RAD 011 Radiographic Positioning and Terminology

    Units: 6
    Prerequisites: RAD 010 Introduction to Radiography , with a grade of “C” or better.
    Corequisites: RAD 012 Radiographic Anatomy , and RAD 013 Principles of Radiographic Technique .
    Limitations on Enrollment: Admission to the Radiologic Technology Program.
    This course is designed to introduce positioning techniques, medical terminology, and anatomy as they relate to the chest, abdomen, extremities, shoulder and pelvic girdles, spinal column, and alimentary system. Portable and operating room procedures, proper equipment selection, immobilization, and radiation protection procedures are stressed. Identification of anatomical structures is supported through film critique sessions of radiographs. (CSU)
 

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