2023-2024 San Joaquin Delta College Catalog
Course Information
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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 and the Manteca Center. Check the current Schedule of Classes for details.
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Horticulture |
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HORT 75 Selected Topics: Horticulture
Units: 0.5-4
This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Horticulture not already covered by the existing curriculum.
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HORT 96V Work Experience: Environmental Horticulture
Units: 1-4
Limitations on Enrollment: 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 or internship in horticulture. 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 Occupational Work Experience (OWE) Office, Holt 140.
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Humanities |
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HUM 3 Autobiography of Civilization
Units: 3
This course is a survey of the artistic traditions of our western cultural heritage. The arts including painting, sculpture, architecture, music, dance, drama, and literature are studied as vehicles in the search for meaning and value from the ancient world to modern times. Since HUM 3 and CIVIL 3 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either HUM 3 or CIVIL 3 but not both. (HBCU, UC, CSU)
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HUM 4 Introduction to Linguistics
Units: 3
This introductory course serves as a foundation for understanding human language. This course surveys structural properties of language (phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax) as well as historical linguistics, language families, linguistic and cultural diversity, sociolinguistics, neurolinguistics, child language acquisition (biological and cultural aspects), semantics and pragmatics. Issues of language conservation and loss are emphasized, as well as the myriad sociocultural ramifications of language use, locally and globally. Since HUM 4 and ANTHR 4 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either HUM 4 or ANTHR 4 but not both. (HBCU, UC, CSU, C-ID ANTH 130)
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HUM /ANTHR 4 Introduction to Linguistics
Units: 3
This introductory course serves as a foundation for understanding human language. This course surveys structural properties of language (phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax) as well as historical linguistics, language families, linguistic and cultural diversity, sociolinguistics, neurolinguistics, child language acquisition (biological and cultural aspects), semantics and pragmatics. Issues of language conservation and loss are emphasized, as well as the myriad sociocultural ramifications of language use, locally and globally. Since HUM 4 and ANTHR 4 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either HUM 4 or ANTHR 4 but not both. (HBCU, UC, CSU, C-ID ANTH 130)
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HUM /CIVIL 3 Autobiography of Civilization
Units: 3
This course is a survey of the artistic traditions of our western cultural heritage. The arts including painting, sculpture, architecture, music, dance, drama, and literature are studied as vehicles in the search for meaning and value from the ancient world to modern times. Since HUM 3 and CIVIL 3 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either HUM 3 or CIVIL 3 but not both. (HBCU, UC, CSU)
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Industrial Technology |
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INDUS 15 Selected Topics: Industrial Technology
Units: 0.5-4
This course is designed to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Industrial Technology not already covered by existing curriculum. (CSU)
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INDUS 20 Industrial Safety and Health
Units: 3
This course is designed to introduce principles of occupational safety and health for the work-site. The course includes Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations, employee training, and safety considerations. (CSU)
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INDUS 31 Industrial Hydraulics
Units: 4
This course is designed to develop an understanding of the principles and mechanical applications of industrial hydraulics. Topics include shop procedures, component disassembly, troubleshooting, reassembly, and installation. (CSU)
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INDUS 35 Mobile Hydraulics
Units: 4
This course is designed to introduce the use of hydraulics in the automotive and mobile equipment industries. Competency in the analysis and trouble-shooting of circuits are developed by the student in the laboratory. Skills are developed in the recognition and construction of conduits (piping, tubing and hoses) and the rebuilding of pumps, motors, and valves. (CSU)
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INDUS 45 Industrial Technology
Units: 5
This course is designed to cover the principles of matter and the basic laws and theories of Newtonian mechanics. Various forms and uses of energy and the laws governing them are explored. (CSU)
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INDUS 69V Internship: Industrial Technology
Units: 1-4
Limitations on Enrollment: 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 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 industrial technology. Application of discipline-related skills and knowledge of Secretaries Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS) competencies is emphasized. Each student is engaged in a specific research project or on-the-job learning activities under the supervision of a worksite 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 Occupational Work Experience (OWE) Office, Holt 140. (CSU)
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INDUS 94 Industrial Mathematics
Units: 3
This course is designed to introduce applied mathematical principles to technical problems. The course includes topics of arithmetic, plane geometry, measurement, and fundamentals of trigonometry.
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Industrial Technology: Apprenticeship |
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A-IND 72A Introduction to Apprenticeship
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is an introduction to the requirements of an apprenticeship program, State of California Division of Apprenticeship standards, role of the apprentice, general safety, general operating procedures, and documentation.
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A-IND 76 Applied Technical Mathematics
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to provide a review of the computational and problem-solving skills needed for success in a plant maintenance and operations career. The topics include basic mathematical functions, manipulation of algebraic expressions, ratio, proportions, geometric calculations, and right-angle trigonometry.
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A-IND 77A Mechanical Fundamentals
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to basic principles of physics including the laws of motion and fluid behavior.
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A-IND 77B Bearings, Pumps, and Turbines
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the effects of friction, cavitation and vibration on bearings, pumps, and turbines. The course also identifies various types of pumps and their application.
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A-IND 77C Motors and Generators
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to include the theory and advanced application of alternating current motors and three-phase generators. Topics of instruction include the principles of construction of large motors and generators rated up to 10,000 horsepower.
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A-IND 77D Plant Auxiliary Equipment
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to include the study of auxiliary equipment used in hydro-electric plants. Emphasis is placed on the operation and application of valves, hydraulic controls, and pneumatic controls.
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A-IND 77E Hydraulics
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed for the student to apply schematic interpretation, troubleshooting, and problem solving techniques through the use of a hydraulics simulator.
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A-IND 77F Pneumatics
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed for the student to apply schematic interpretation, troubleshooting, and problem solving techniques through the use of a pneumatic simulator. Emphasis is placed on pressure and flow requirements.
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A-IND 77G Governor Systems
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to include the function, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of governors utilized in a generating plant.
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A-IND 77H Computers in Hydro-Electric Plants
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the basic concepts of using a computer in hydro-electric power plants. The topics include (Microsoft) spreadsheets, word processing, reports, desktop accessories, and running commercial applications for plant operations and maintenance.
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A-IND 77J Water Aqueduct Systems
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to provide the fundamentals of water measurement and water treatment for a statewide water system. Included are the procedures for monitoring water quality, water testing, water treatment, water management and water flow.
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A-IND 77K Fundamentals of Thermodynamics
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of thermodynamics as it applies to air conditioning and refrigeration. The course includes the effects of heat on matter, methods of heat transfer, and properties of gases.
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A-IND 77L Project Control and Power Contracts
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to provide a review of contracts related to the State Department of Water Resources; operation, power, and water contract specifications. Also included is the study of documentation control, operation procedures and electronic communication systems.
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A-IND 77M Air Conditioning
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the theory, application, and troubleshooting techniques for basic air conditioning systems.
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A-IND 77N Electro-Mechanical Print Reading
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the theory and skills involved in reading and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
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A-IND 78A Defensive Driving
Units: 1
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to basic driving techniques in order to reduce the risk of being involved in a vehicular accident. The course includes the State of California vehicular code, defensive driving techniques, and State of California service vehicular operation and maintenance rules and regulations.
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A-IND 78B Heavy Truck Operation
Units: 1
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the types of heavy trucks used by the California State Department of Water Resources, their maintenance, and their safe operation.
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A-IND 78C Diesel and Small Gasoline Engines
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic types of small gasoline engines, diesel engines, and chain saws used by the California State Department of Water Resources.
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A-IND 78D Surveying and Flood Control Systems
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to flood control systems, inspection, and major causes of levee and dam failure. The course also includes the fundamentals of surveying.
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A-IND 78E Soils, Asphalt, and Concrete
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the various types of soil, asphalt, and concrete used by the California State Department of Water Resources, including their origin, composition, general description, and procedures for application.
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A-IND 78F Environmental Awareness
Units: 1
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the federal, state, and local environmental requirements which apply to work performed by the California State Department of Water Resources.
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A-IND 78G Power Lift and Four-Wheel Drive Units
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the various types of power lift and four-wheel drive units used by the California State Department of Water Resources, their maintenance, their inspection, and their safe operation.
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A-IND 78H Protective Coatings
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to corrosion, painting, and protective coating control programs.
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A-IND 78J Small Boat Handling
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the types of small boats used by the California State Department of Water Resources and their transportation and safe operation.
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A-IND 78K Mobile Cranes and Rigging
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the use of mobile cranes, their safe operation and maintenance, and approved methods of rigging for lifting work.
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A-IND 78L Motor Grader Operation
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the components and operation of the types of motor graders used by the California State Department of Water Resources.
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A-IND 78M Tractor Operations, Trenching, and Shoring
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the types of tractor, trenching, and shoring operations conducted within the civil maintenance units of the California State Department of Water Resources.
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A-IND 78N Pesticides and Herbicides
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the types of pesticides and herbicides used by the California State Department of Water Resources, including uses, approved applications, and restrictions.
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A-IND 78P Power Actuated Equipment
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Student is a registered State indentured apprentice.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the requirements and safe operation of the powder-actuated fastening tools and rotary hammer drills used by the California State Department of Water Resources.
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Interior Design |
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ID 2 Introduction to Interior Design
Units: 3
This course is an introduction to the field of interior design. Topics of functional and aesthetic elements for residential interiors are covered. Emphasis is placed on: principles and elements of design and the selection and organization of furnishings, floor and wall coverings, window treatments, lighting, and accessories. (CSU)
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ID 6 Textiles
Units: 3
This course is an introduction to textiles used in fashion and interiors. Natural and man-made fibers, yarns, fabric construction, coloring and finishing are examined. Emphasis is placed on fabric performance, serviceability, and the consumer’s role in the textile field. Since ID 6 and FASHION 6 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either ID 6 or FASHION 6 but not both. (UC, CSU)
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ID 8 History of Interior Design & Furniture
Units: 3
This course is an introduction to the history of interior design, including furniture periods and styles from antiquity to the present. This course is designed to acquaint individuals with the necessary criteria to evaluate and analyze interior design and furniture styles. The importance of political, social, economic, and historical factors that influenced interior and furniture styles are stressed. (HBCU, CSU)
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ID 10 Residential Interior Design
Units: 3
Prerequisites: ID 2 Introduction to Interior Design with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is a focus on the skills used by the interior designer including the use of architectural tools and techniques, space planning, client-designer relationships, and executing treatments for residential interior design. Students will explore the design of the residential interior spaces, including living spaces, kitchens, baths, and support spaces. (CSU)
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ID 11 Commercial Interior Design
Units: 3
Prerequisites: ID 2 Introduction to Interior Design with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is a focus on the design of commercial interior spaces, including business, medical, restaurant, hospitality and retail environments. Students will develop skills used by the commercial interior designer, including drafting, the use of architectural tools and techniques, space planning, commercial client needs, and presentation techniques specifically used in the design of commercial interior spaces. (CSU)
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ID 13 Materials, Specifications and Professional Practices
Units: 3
Prerequisites: ID 2 Introduction to Interior Design with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is an introduction to the business, practical, and ethical aspects of the interior design profession. The course includes assessment of materials, specifications, construction techniques, and installation processes, as well as the working relationship with craftspeople and tradespeople involved in the profession. Field trips are required. (HBCU, CSU)
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ID 18 Consumer Behavior in Fashion and Interiors
Units: 3
Prerequisites: FASHION 2 Introduction to the Fashion Industry or ID 2 Introduction to Interior Design with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the important trends in consumer behavior in the fashion and interiors environments. Students will explore the factors that influence consumer purchases of fashion and home goods and patterns of purchasing behavior within the retail environment. Since ID 18 and FASHION 18 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either ID 18 or FASHION 18 but not both. (CSU)
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ID 19 Retailing Fashion and Interiors
Units: 3
Prerequisites: FASHION 2 Introduction to the Fashion Industry or ID 2 Introduction to Interior Design with a grade of “C” or better.
This course provides a multi-dimensional approach in educating students for careers in the fashion and interior retail industry by combining studies in business fundamentals with theory. All phases of retailing for fashion and interiors are covered, including business organization, buying, merchandising, marketing and consumer behavior. Since ID 19 and FASHION 19 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either ID 19 or FASHION 19 but not both. (CSU)
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ID 21 Trend Forecasting for Fashion & Interiors
Units: 2
Prerequisites: FASHION 2 Introduction to the Fashion Industry or ID 2 Introduction to Interior Design with a grade of “C” or better.
This course will introduce students to forecasting and its use by the creative design industries with the aim of developing an intuitive and intellectual approach to predicting future trends, on both fashion and interiors, as well as consumer behavior and retailing. The course provides students with in-depth knowledge of the relationship between forecasting, trend prediction, marketing, economics and style movements. The student will develop research skills in historical context, consumer trends and buying patterns, fads, crazes and cults, all of which play a part in the analysis of style movements. Since ID 21 and FASHION 21 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either ID 21 or FASHION 21 but not both. (CSU)
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ID 50SS Special Studies: Interior Design
Units: 1-2
Limitations on Enrollment: A student must have completed a minimum of 12 units at the District and have a 2.5 minimum overall grade point average within the course discipline. In addition, an independent study contract must be signed by the student, instructor of record, and dean who will certify the student is qualified for enrollment.
This course is designed for the student qualified to do advanced work in interior design. The course includes research, directed reading, fieldwork or other advanced study which must be arranged and approved by the instructor and the dean before enrolling in the course. (CSU)
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ID /FASHION 6 Textiles
Units: 3
This course is an introduction to textiles used in fashion and interiors. Natural and man-made fibers, yarns, fabric construction, coloring and finishing are examined. Emphasis is placed on fabric performance, serviceability, and the consumer’s role in the textile field. Since ID 6 and FASHION 6 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either ID 6 or FASHION 6 but not both. (UC, CSU)
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ID /FASHION 18 Consumer Behavior in Fashion and Interiors
Units: 3
Prerequisites: FASHION 2 Introduction to the Fashion Industry or ID 2 Introduction to Interior Design each with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the important trends in consumer behavior in the fashion and interiors environments. Students will explore the factors that influence consumer purchases of fashion and home goods and patterns of purchasing behavior within the retail environment. Since ID 18 and FASHION 18 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either ID 18 or FASHION 18 but not both. (CSU)
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ID /FASHION 19 Retailing Fashion and Interiors
Units: 3
Prerequisites: FASHION 2 Introduction to the Fashion Industry or ID 2 Introduction to Interior Design each with a grade of “C” or better.
This course provides a multi-dimensional approach in educating students for careers in the fashion and interior retail industry by combining studies in business fundamentals with theory. All phases of retailing for fashion and interiors are covered, including business organization, buying, merchandising, marketing and consumer behavior. Since ID 19 and FASHION 19 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either ID 19 or FASHION 19 but not both. (CSU)
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ID /FASHION 21 Trend Forecasting for Fashion & Interiors
Units: 2
Prerequisites: FASHION 2 Introduction to the Fashion Industry or ID 2 Introduction to Interior Design with a grade of “C” or better.
This course will introduce students to forecasting and its use by the creative design industries with the aim of developing an intuitive and intellectual approach to predicting future trends, on both fashion and interiors, as well as consumer behavior and retailing. The course provides students with in-depth knowledge of the relationship between forecasting, trend prediction, marketing, economics and style movements. The student will develop research skills in historical context, consumer trends and buying patterns, fads, crazes and cults, all of which play a part in the analysis of style movements. Since ID 21 and FASHION 21 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either ID 21 or FASHION 21 but not both. (CSU)
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ITAL 1 Elementary Italian I
Units: 5
This course is an introduction to the Italian language and the cultures of the regions of Italy. Emphasis is placed on communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and cultural understanding (behaviors, institutions, perspectives, and artistic manifestations). Students will interact with authentic language in a cultural context. The course affords opportunities for cross-linguistic and cross-cultural comparisons. Completion of the course is equivalent to the satisfactory completion of two years high school Italian. (HBCU, UC, CSU)
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ITAL 2 Elementary Italian II
Units: 5
Prerequisites: ITAL 1 Elementary Italian I or two years high school Italian with a grade of “C” or better.
This course develops proficiency in Italian listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills on the advanced elementary level. It explores the cultures of Italy’s different regions by analyzing behaviors, institutions, perspectives, and artistic manifestations. Students interact with authentic language in a cultural context. This course affords opportunities for cross-linguistic and cross-cultural comparisons. (HBCU, UC, CSU)
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Japanese |
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JAPAN 1 Elementary Japanese I
Units: 5
This course is an introduction to the Japanese language and the culture of Japan. Emphasis is placed on communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and cultural understanding (behaviors, institutions, perspectives, and artistic manifestations). It affords opportunities for cross-linguistic and cross-cultural comparisons. Students will interact with authentic language in a cultural context. (UC, CSU)
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JAPAN 2 Elementary Japanese II
Units: 5
Prerequisites: JAPAN 1 Elementary Japanese I or two years high school Japanese with a grade of “C” or better.
This course develops proficiency in Japanese listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills on the advanced elementary level. It explores the cultures of Japan by analyzing behaviors, institutions, perspectives, and artistic manifestations. Students interact with authentic language in a cultural context. This course affords opportunities for cross-linguistic and cross-cultural comparisons. (UC, CSU)
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Law |
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LAW 2 Introduction to Paralegal Studies, Legal Assisting, and Law Office Administration
Units: 3
Advisories: BUS 8 ; BIM 38 with a grade of “C” or “P” or demonstrated competency in appropriate technology skills, such as by PrepStep training at https://www.learningexpresshub.com/productengine/LELIndex.html#/center/prepstepacademic/computer-skills-center/home/get-started-with-your-computer; by completion of similar courses; by transfer credit course work; by workplace substantiation; by Microsoft Certification; or by other computer industry certification or BUS 7 with a grade of “C” or better or demonstrated competency in appropriate technology skills, writing proficiency at the college level, and oral communication skills.
This course is the study of the paralegal/legal assistant profession, legal assisting, and law office management, including career opportunities and legal requirements to become a paralegal/legal assistant. Topics include terminology, as well as duties and skills of a paralegal/legal assistant, such as drafting documents, professional responsibility and ethics, multicultural sensitivity, calendaring and docketing, investigation, interviewing, document indexing, file and record maintenance and management, law office organization and administration, court system and research fundamentals. This entry-level course is a prerequisite for all other core paralegal courses in the paralegal program. (CSU)
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LAW 3 Paralegal/Legal Assistant Professional Responsibility, Communications, and Ethics
Units: 3
Prerequisites: LAW 2 Introduction to Paralegal Studies, Legal Assisting, and Law Office Administration with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisites: LAW 2 .
This course involves the study of the principles and rules of legal ethics and professional responsibility, with particular emphasis on their application to paralegals, and the development of students’ ability to communicate effectively in the legal environment. Topics include an examination of the role of the paralegal in the legal system and ethical rules and guidelines governing legal professionals, such as rules regarding fees, client funds, billing, advertising, solicitation, unauthorized practice, deceit, confidentiality and attorney-client privilege, conflicts of interest, suppressing evidence, reporting misconduct, competence, and professional practice obligations. Students’ communication skills are enhanced through assignments, such as role plays, mock interviews, and presentations. (CSU)
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LAW 4 Legal Research, Analysis, and Writing
Units: 3
Prerequisites: LAW 2 Introduction to Paralegal Studies, Legal Assisting, and Law Office Administration with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisites: LAW 2 .
This course is a study of manual and electronic legal research methods and resources, principles of legal writing, and document drafting skills used in the preparation of legal documents in a manner reflecting legal analysis. Topics include an overview of various components of a law library, research techniques through the use of a variety of research tools, using computer applications and online resources, professional oral and electronic communication, and legal writing projects, such as drafting legal memoranda, proper legal citation, checking legal sources, briefing legal opinions, and persuasive writing. (CSU)
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LAW 5 Law Office Technology, Computer Use, and Legal Document Production
Units: 3
Prerequisites: LAW 2 Introduction to Paralegal Studies, Legal Assisting, and Law Office Administration with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisites: LAW 2 .
This course is the study of how paralegal/legal assistants use computer systems, software applications, the Internet, and other law office technology to find legal resources, conduct legal investigation, and produce legal documents. Emphasis will be on database, spreadsheet, word processing and other applications as they are used to support paralegal functions. Topics will include discussions of technological developments in the legal industry, such as an introduction to current fee-based legal resources; word processing, spreadsheets, and databases for the law office; timekeeping and billing; case management/calendaring/docket control; litigation support; computer-assisted legal research; electronic court filing and service of process; courtroom presentation graphics; use of online California Judicial Council forms; and/or other specialized legal software and online resources to provide hands-on experience with essential litigation and practice management software applications in the areas of document creation, database management, litigation support and Internet research. (CSU)
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LAW 6 Advanced Electronic Legal Research and Technology
Units: 3
Prerequisites: LAW 4 Legal Research, Analysis, and Writing with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is the advanced study of using electronic resources and technology to complete legal research, including the use of the Internet to find legal resources and conduct legal investigation. Topics include utilization of fee-based legal resources, such as LEXIS, Westlaw, and Bloomberg Law. (CSU)
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LAW 7 Civil Litigation: Law and Procedure
Units: 3
Prerequisites: LAW 4 Legal Research, Analysis, and Writing with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisites: LAW 4 .
This course involves the study of the substantive and procedural rules, skills, knowledge, and forms for handling federal and California state civil cases. Topics include selected pretrial, discovery, trial, and post-trial procedures for paralegals, as well as evidence, jurisdiction, document and trial preparation, judicial council form use, fact gathering and investigation, case analysis, pleadings and motions, settlements, judgments, and appeals. Select areas of law will be emphasized, such as immigration law, workers’ compensation law, and tort law. (CSU)
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LAW 8 Criminal Litigation: Law and Procedure
Units: 3
Prerequisites: LAW 4 Legal Research, Analysis, and Writing with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisites: LAW 4 .
This course involves the study of the substantive and procedural rules, skills, knowledge, and forms for handling federal and California state criminal cases. Course topics include select overviews of the criminal court system, criminal investigation and prosecution, discovery and investigation, evidence, motions, document and trial preparation and procedures, sentencing, relief, and appeals with an emphasis on the role of the paralegal. The course also includes select overviews of elements of crimes against person and property, parties to a crime, and defenses to crimes, as well as an analysis of procedural law and rights relating to arrest, search and seizure, rights to counsel and a jury, evidentiary issues, sentencing and appeals. (CSU)
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LAW 9 Transactions: Law and Practice
Units: 3
Prerequisites: LAW 4 Legal Research, Analysis, and Writing with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisites: LAW 4 .
This course provides an introduction to contracts and reading, interpreting, summarizing, and drafting legal documents for various transactions. Topics include contract formation, performance, breach and third party interests, as well as select laws, such as the Uniform Commercial Code, the California Corporations Code, and the laws governing real estate transactions. Students will learn to draft and customize various contracts, legal documents, and forms. Select areas of the law will be emphasized, such as forms-based immigration law, tax law, bankruptcy law, family law, probate law, estate planning, real property law, and corporations. (CSU)
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LAW 10 The Professional Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Units: 3
Prerequisites: LAW 6 Advanced Electronic Legal Research and Technology with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisites: LAW 6
This course is the capstone component of the paralegal degree/certificate. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of substantive law, legal procedures and process, legal principles and ethics, professional communication skills, and the technical skills necessary for entry level employment and career success as a paralegal/legal assistant. (CSU)
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LAW 11 Administrative Law and Practice
Units: 3
Advisories: BUS 8 , LAW 2 , LAW 4 , and POLSC 1 each with a grade of “C” or better, and BIM 38 with a grade of “C” or better or demonstrated competency in appropriate technology skills, such as by completion of similar courses, transfer credit course work, workplace substantiation, and Microsoft certification or other computer industry certification.
This course involves the study of basic concepts of administrative law and procedure in local, state, and federal agencies, especially with regard to the paralegal’s role in the administrative process. Statutory law, case law, and administrative rules will be utilized to develop an understanding of the role and authority of administrative agencies in a select variety of fields, such as social security and workers’ compensation. Topics include formal and informal advocacy techniques, including representing clients before administrative bodies. Substantive topics include administrative delegation of power, public records acts, rulemaking, agency discretionary powers, remedies, and judicial review. Procedural topics include agency operation, adjudication, hearing preparation, and administrative and judicial appeals. (CSU)
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LAW 12 Land Use Planning, Development, and Environmental Law and Policy
Units: 3
Advisories: BUS 8 , LAW 2 , and LAW 4 each with a grade of “C” or better, and BIM 38 with a grade of “C” or better or demonstrated competency in appropriate technology skills, such as by completion of similar courses; by transfer credit course work; by workplace substantiation; by Microsoft Certification; or by other computer industry certification.
This course involves the study of local, state, and federal land use and environmental law and regulation, including substantive and procedural law and practical skills required of an environmental paralegal to analyze facts, apply law, and draft appropriate documents. Topics include zoning, planning, development, administrative law, and land use controls with an emphasis on local government and hearing boards and their operation, as well as select issues such as state and federal air quality, water quality, waste management, natural resources management and preservation, endangered species protection, energy, environmental justice, public policy, and international environmental agreements. (CSU)
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LAW 13 Conflict Analysis and Alternative Dispute Resolution Law and Practice
Units: 3
Advisories: BUS 8 , LAW 2 , and LAW 3 each with a grade of “C” or better.
This course involves the study and practice of alternatives to civil litigation for the resolution of disputes (ADR). Course lessons foster the development of conflict resolution skills and an understanding of ADR methods, as well as the ability to analyze conflict and assess client needs regarding the use of ADR. Course topics include an overview of ADR processes, such as negotiation, mediation, and arbitration. Course lessons allocate at least 10 hours of lecture and discussion to the training elements codified in 16 CCR § 3622 with regard to the orientation and training of neutral persons and section 468.2(g) of the California Dispute Resolution Programs Act. Practical training shall consist of a minimum of 10 hours, including role plays of simulated disputes and/or observations of dispute resolution services, including intake procedures as well as dispute resolution proceedings. Training shall provide for personal assessment and evaluation of students. This course focuses on an analysis of the theoretical framework defining each ADR process, practical skills required, ethical issues implicated in its use, and legal analysis relevant to each process. Course instruction emphasizes multicultural communications and considerations for paralegal alternative dispute resolution specialists. (CSU)
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LAW 14 Constitutional Law
Units: 3
Advisories: BUS 8 or POLSC 1 and LAW 2 each with a grade of “C” or better.
This course involves the study of federal court procedure and the impact of U.S. constitutional law on other federal and state law. Topics include interpreting the Constitution, as well as locating, analyzing, summarizing, and applying U.S. Supreme Court opinions and cases. (CSU)
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LAW 15 Selected Topics: Law
Units: 0.5-4
This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Law not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
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LAW 16 Introduction to Social Justice: Law and Social Change
Units: 3
Advisories: BUS 8 , LAW 2 , and POLSC 1 each with a grade of “C” or better.
This course involves the interdisciplinary study of class, ethnicity, gender, and race, including a primary focus on one of the following ethnic groups in the United States: Asian Americans, African Americans, Latino-Americans/ Latinx/ Chicanos, and Native Americans. This course examines social justice movements in relation to class, gender, ethnic, and racial groups in the United States to provide a basis for a better understanding of intersectionality and the cultural, political, and socio-economic conditions among key social groups. This course involves the study of the use of law as an instrument for social change. Topics include the examination of the relationship between law and social change in cross-cultural settings, as well as the analysis of legislation, case law, conflict resolution, and legal institutions as they relate to social change. (HBCU, UC, CSU, C-ID SJS 110)
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LAW 20 Mock Trial Team
Units: 1-3
Advisories: BUS 8 and COM ST 1A or COM ST 2 or COM ST 5 each with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to provide academic credit for members of the Delta College Mock Trial Team, which involves preparation, including research and writing, practice, and participation in intercollegiate mock trial tournaments and/or community events sanctioned by the American Mock Trial Association or other such governing bodies. Competitions focus on leadership, public speaking, rhetoric and persuasion through a legal forum. Field trips are required. This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(3). (CSU, C-ID COMM 160B)
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LAW 25 Ethical Reasoning/Ethics in Practice
Units: 3
This course provides an introduction to major philosophies, concepts, and theories of ethical decision-making, moral conduct, obligation and permission, justice, and responsibility, generally and/or in an area of public policy or a profession, with attention to particular works of philosophical, historical, literary, and cultural importance. Course topics include philosophical and theoretical points of view of ethics focusing on core concepts and methods of ethical reasoning and the role of ethics in society, including problems and issues examined in their contemporary, historical, and geographical settings, such as the examination of codes of conduct in specific fields. The course is designed to help the student develop an awareness of the ways in which people respond to ethical dilemmas and to help the student develop an ability to make value judgments and to understand and engage in ethical reasoning. (CSU, C-ID LPPS 120)
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LAW 26 Introductory Statistical Analysis for Law, Policy, and Justice Studies
Units: 4
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or appropriate placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process .
Corequisites: LAW 70 .
This course provides the tools, concepts, and framework for students to become sophisticated consumers of quantitative evidence and social science through an introduction to the basic statistical methods and analyses commonly used in law, policy, and justice studies and applications, including in sociological research, civil rights litigation, public policy formulation, and social justice advocacy. It provides statistical methodological training and skills through the examination of social and cultural manifestations of truth and the interdisciplinary study of class, ethnicity, gender, and race, including a primary focus on one of the following ethnic groups in the United States: Asian Americans, African Americans, Latino-Americans/ Latinx/ Chicanos, and Native Americans. It also relates lessons of quantitative thinking to topical materials that are accessible and relevant to working for justice and social change. Students learn techniques to distinguish credible statistical evidence from misleading statistical claims. Statistical methods to be discussed include use of probability and predictive techniques, as well as hypothesis testing, to facilitate decision-making in the justice system and in the fields of law and public policy. Topics to be discussed include descriptive and inferential statistics, hypothesis testing, probability and sampling distributions, measures of central tendency and dispersion, correlation and linear regression, multivariate regression, and analysis of variance, chi-square and t-tests. The course involves the application of technology/software for statistical analysis to sociological research in law, policy, and justice studies, including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Examples will be provided of the application of statistical methods to problems encountered in law, public and social policy, social justice advocacy, and the justice system. The course will focus on a number of empirical debates as a springboard to teach the logic and terminology of statistical/econometric evaluation of law and policy in the justice system and society. No background, beyond high school algebra, is assumed. Anyone who 1) hopes to work in litigation (e.g., antitrust, business law, civil rights, corporate law, discrimination, environmental law, securities), in the administration of justice, in social justice advocacy, or in policy, 2) wants to be a more informed person, 3) desires to understand social and cultural manifestations of truth as a tool to serve social justice efforts for identified minoritized groups, or 3) wants to understand the challenges of establishing causal relationships, and who does not already have a strong understanding of statistics, will find this course useful. (HBCU, UC, CSU, C-ID SOCI 125)
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LAW 33 Introduction to Public Administration and Policy
Units: 3
This course is an interdisciplinary introduction to the study of principles, theories, methods, and challenges in public administration and policy, including policy studies, policy issues, and the processes of policy and program analysis, formation, implementation, and evaluation. This course explores the theoretical rationale for governmental activity, theories of policymaking, the study of policy determinants, and proposals for improved decision making. Examines a diverse set of select policy topics, such as environment, health, education, and social policy, among others. Course concepts include policy theory, the political environment, personnel management, public and social policy, governmental regulations, public relations, strategic management, labor relations, public financial management, accountability, and ethics. Government service as a career is discussed. Since LAW 33 and BUS 33 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either LAW 33 or BUS 33 but not both. (CSU)
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LAW 35A Pathway to Law Program Seminar: Orientation
Units: 1
This course introduces students to the Pathway to Law program as the first in a series of seminar courses. Through a selection of class activities, possible field trips, readings, and guest lectures, students will be introduced to a variety of specializations and occupations within the field of law. These may include a variety of occupational opportunities in animal law, alternative dispute resolution, art law, business law, civil rights law, criminal law, employment and labor law, environmental law, family law, food law, health and medical law, immigration law, intellectual property law, international law, land use and real estate law, military law, science and technology law, sports and entertainment law, and other specialties. Service/civic learning and networking opportunities may be provided to develop internship placements and mentoring arrangements in order to obtain law or law-related experience, to prepare for additional legal education or employment, and to explore interest in various occupations within the diverse field of law. His course surveys the world of viticulture and the wine industry, including the history of viticulture, grapevine anatomy, worldwide grapes, wine production, the making of wine, and sensory evaluations. Since LAW 35A and POLSC 35A are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either LAW 35A or POLSC 35A but not both. (HBCU, CSU)
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LAW 50SS Special Studies: Multidisciplinary
Units: 1-3
Prerequisites: BUS 8 Introduction to Law and Society or LAW 2 Introduction to Paralegal Studies, Legal Assisting, and Law Office Administration .
Limitations on Enrollment: A student must have completed a minimum of 12 units at the District and have a 2.5 minimum overall grade point average within the course discipline. In addition, an independent study contract must be signed by the student, instructor of record, and dean who will certify the student is qualified for enrollment.
This course is designed for the student qualified to do advanced work in the field of law, including paralegal and/or socio-legal studies. The course may include research, directed reading, field work, or advanced study which must be arranged and approved by the instructor and the Dean before enrolling in the course. (CSU)
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LAW 68V Internship: Paralegal/Legal Assistant Program
Units: 1-4
Prerequisites: LAW 3 Paralegal/Legal Assistant Professional Responsibility, Communications, and Ethics , LAW 5 Law Office Technology, Computer Use, and Legal Document Production , and LAW 6 Advanced Electronic Legal Research and Technology each with a grade of “C” or better.
Corequisites: LAW 6 .
Limitations on Enrollment: 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.
Advisories: BIM 38 with a grade of “C” or better, or demonstrated competency in appropriate technology skills, such as by completion of similar courses; by transfer credit course work; by workplace substantiation; by Microsoft Certification; or by other computer industry certification.
This course is designed for the student participating in an occupational internship in a law-related occupation through the Paralegal/Legal Assistant program, which facilitates work experience in law, paralegal, or legal research under the supervision of the instructor and agency personnel. Application and development of paralegal skills and job competencies is emphasized. Through assignments and ongoing communication and interactions between the student, field experience supervisor, and paralegal program faculty, the course covers substantive law, legal procedures, and/or process, such as evidence, investigations, and other practical paralegal skill and knowledge development in fields in regional demand, such as Bankruptcy Law, Family Law, Immigration Law, Tort Law, and Workers’ Compensation.
Each student is engaged in a specific research project or on-the-job learning activities to develop discipline-specific reasoning and understanding under the supervision of a worksite supervisor and a college internship instructor in the paralegal program. Students must work 75 paid hours or 60 non-paid hours per unit earned. To register, complete an application form available at the Occupational Work Experience (OWE) Office, Holt 140. (CSU)
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LAW 70 Corequisite Support for Introductory Statistical Analysis for Law, Policy, and Justice Studies
Units: 2
Corequisites: LAW 26 Introductory Statistical Analysis for Law, Policy, and Justice Studies .
This course is designed to be a review of core prerequisite skills, concepts, and techniques used in various statistical analyses. The topics include review of descriptive and inferential statistics, probability, sampling distributions, hypothesis testing and statistical inference, with applications in law, policy, and justice studies. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
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LAW 75 Selected Topics: Law
Units: 0.5-4
This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Law not already covered by the existing curriculum. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
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LAW /BUS 33 Introduction to Public Administration and Policy
Units: 3
This course is an interdisciplinary introduction to the study of principles, theories, methods, and challenges in public administration and policy, including policy studies, policy issues, and the processes of policy and program analysis, formation, implementation, and evaluation. This course explores the theoretical rationale for governmental activity, theories of policymaking, the study of policy determinants, and proposals for improved decision making. Examines a diverse set of select policy topics, such as environment, health, education, and social policy, among others. Course concepts include policy theory, the political environment, personnel management, public and social policy, governmental regulations, public relations, strategic management, labor relations, public financial management, accountability, and ethics. Government service as a career is discussed. Since LAW 33 and BUS 33 are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either LAW 33 or BUS 33 but not both. (CSU)
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LAW /POLSC 35A Pathway to Law Program Seminar: Orientation
Units: 1
This course introduces students to the Pathway to Law program as the first in a series of seminar courses. Through a selection of class activities, possible field trips, readings, and guest lectures, students will be introduced to a variety of specializations and occupations within the field of law. These may include a variety of occupational opportunities in animal law, alternative dispute resolution, art law, business law, civil rights law, criminal law, employment and labor law, environmental law, family law, food law, health and medical law, immigration law, intellectual property law, international law, land use and real estate law, military law, science and technology law, sports and entertainment law, and other specialties. Service/civic learning and networking opportunities may be provided to develop internship placements and mentoring arrangements in order to obtain law or law-related experience, to prepare for additional legal education or employment, and to explore interest in various occupations within the diverse field of law. Since LAW 35A and POLSC 35A are cross listed courses, credit may be awarded for either LAW 35A or POLSC 35A but not both. (HBCU, CSU)
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LS 72 Transition for Academic Success
Units: 1
In this course students define and develop the characteristics of a successful college student, and practice developing behaviors and attitudes that increase academic success, including familiarity with campus resources. Students will evaluate and reinforce successful learning tools in areas such as time management, memory processing and learning styles. This course is an introduction to the college experience and the educational process. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
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LS 73 Memory and Thinking Strategies
Units: 3
This course is designed to provide information and memory techniques to the student who is experiencing academic difficulties. This course enhances skills in the areas of learning strategies, personal growth, and organizational retrieval systems. An awareness of different learning styles and learning preferences are presented throughout the course. Students learn what directly impacts their success and limitations in the educational process. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
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LS 77 Introduction to Computers for College Success
Units: 1.5
This course is designed to introduce basic computer exploration and assistive technology to the student. The course includes how a computer works, computer technology, introduction to keyboarding, windows, Internet, word processing, and presentation graphics. The course is self-paced and requires no previous computer knowledge or experience. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
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LS 78 Understanding Learning Differences
Units: 4
This course focuses on learning differences, learning theory, and strategies related to specific learning challenges. Students create a learning portfolio to identify learning style, strengths, and weaknesses, demonstrate understanding of learning differences, methods of retention, and output of knowledge. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
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LS 90A Beginning Adapted Keyboarding
Units: 1
This beginning course is designed to teach students basic keyboarding computer skills, techniques, and assistive technology that will enable them to be successful in accessing the computer. The course will review ergonomics and software for academic success. Students will practice self-paced typing tutorials and complete word processing assignments that focus on improving keyboarding and office production. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
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LS 90B Intermediate Adapted Keyboarding
Units: 1
Prerequisites: LS 90A Beginning Adapted Keyboarding with a grade of “C” or better.
This intermediate course is designed to teach students common keyboarding computer skills, techniques, and assistive technology that will further enable them to be successful in accessing the computer. This course expands and builds upon the skills developed in LS 90A Beginning Adapted Keyboarding . Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.
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LIBRY 1 Library Information Literacy
Units: 1
This course is designed to help the student develop information literacy skills and to introduce the variety of information resources and information retrieval tools available in academic libraries. The student learns about library services and resources as well as how to develop research strategies, how to effectively retrieve information utilizing library research tools, and how to cite retrieved sources in major writing styles. (UC, CSU)
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LIBRY 2 Advanced Library Information Literacy
Units: 2
Prerequisites: LIBRY 1 Library Information Literacy with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to further develop the student’s information literacy and critical thinking skills learned in Library Information Literacy. In this course, special emphasis is given to the Internet as a research tool, online bibliographic tools, online databases, online searching strategies, general and specialized reference books, law reference sources, and career information. (UC, CSU)
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LIBRY 3 Information Competency
Units: 3
This course is designed to empower students with the technological skills, research strategies, and critical thinking abilities needed to find, evaluate, use, and communicate information in various formats. The course promotes consideration of ethical and legal use of information as well as the application of both critical thinking and communication skills. The course combines instruction, hands-on learning and applications, online class discussions, analysis and evaluation of information, learning assessment, and a research project. (UC, CSU)
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LIBRY 10 Information Research Skills
Units: 2
This course is designed to help students select and analyze topics for their research papers, develop effective search strategies, and search credible and reliable information for their research papers. Students will learn to use a variety of research and citation tools that will empower them to write quality research papers and cite sources using major writing styles. (HBCU, UC, CSU)
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MACH 5 Selected Topics: Machine Tool Technology
Units: 0.5-4
This course is designed to enable the College to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of Machine Tool Technology not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
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MACH 16 Machine Tool Process
Units: 3
This course is for the student who plans to enter occupations in metals technology, manufacturing, engineering, and related fields. The student will learn theory and operation of metal-working machines including lathes, grinding machines, milling machines, drill presses, sawing machines, and computer numerical control (CNC) lathe and milling machines. Topics include cutting tools, measuring tools and instruments, welding, casting, heat treatment of steel, production setups, and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines. A combined program of lecture and laboratory allows the student to have hands-on experience with a variety of machinery processes. (CSU)
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MACH 70A Machining Fundamentals I
Units: 3
This course is an introduction to metal machining theory and application as well as blueprint reading, related mathematics, and dimensional inspection. Subjects include precision measuring instruments, hand tools, part layout, and the operation of manually operated machine tools with an emphasis on the lathe.
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MACH 70B Machining Fundamentals II
Units: 3
Prerequisites: MACH 70A Machining Fundamentals I with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is an introduction to metal machining theory and application as well as blueprint reading, related mathematics, and dimensional inspection. Subjects include precision measuring instruments, hand tools, part layout, and the setup and operation of manually operated machine tools with an emphasis on the vertical milling machine.
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