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INDUS 094 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. Units in this course do not count towards the associate degree.
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Industrial Technology: Apprenticeship |
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A-IND 072A Introduction to Apprenticeship
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 076 Applied Technical Mathematics
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077A Mechanical Fundamentals
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077B Bearings, Pumps, and Turbines
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077C Motors and Generators
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077D Plant Auxiliary Equipment
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077E Hydraulics
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077F Pneumatics
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077G Governor Systems
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077H Computers in Hydro-Electric Plants
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077J Water Aqueduct Systems
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077K Fundamentals of Thermodynamics
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 077L Project Control and Power Contracts
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 are be the study of documentation control, operation procedures and electronic communication systems.
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A-IND 077M Air Conditioning
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
This course is designed to introduce the theory, application, and troubleshooting techniques for basic air conditioning systems.
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A-IND 077N Electro-Mechanical Print Reading
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078A Defensive Driving
Units: 1
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078B Heavy Truck Operation
Units: 1
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078C Diesel and Small Gasoline Engines
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078D Surveying and Flood Control Systems
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Indentured Apprentice.
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078E Soils, Asphalt, and Concrete
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078F Environmental Awareness
Units: 1
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078G Power Lift and Four-Wheel Drive Units
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078H Protective Coatings
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
This course is designed to introduce the student to corrosion, painting, and protective coating control programs.
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A-IND 078J Small Boat Handling
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078K Mobile Cranes and Rigging
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078L Motor Grader Operation
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078M Tractor Operations, Trenching, and Shoring
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078N Pesticides and Herbicides
Units: 2
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 078P Power Actuated Equipment
Units: 1
Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Indentured Apprenticeship.
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 002 Introduction to Interior Design
Units: 3
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
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 006 Textiles
Units: 3
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
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. (UC, CSU)
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ID 008 History of Interior Design & Furniture
Units: 3
Advisories: Reading level II.
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. (CSU)
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ID 010 Residential Interior Design
Units: 3
Prerequisites: ID 002 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 011 Commercial Interior Design
Units: 3
Prerequisites: ID 002 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 013 Specifications and Professional Practices
Units: 3
Prerequisites: ID 002 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 on specifications, construction techniques, and installation processes, as well as the working relationship with craftspeople and tradespeople involved in the profession. Field trips are required. (CSU)
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ID 015 Selected Topics: Interior Design
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 Interior Design not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
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ID 018 Consumer Behavior in Fashion and Interiors
Units: 3
Prerequisites: FASHION 002 Introduction to the Fashion Industry or ID 002 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. (CSU)
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ID 019 Retailing Fashion and Interiors
Units: 3
Prerequisites: FASHION 002 Introduction to the Fashion Industry or ID 002 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. (CSU)
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ID 021 Trend Forecasting for Fashion & Interiors
Units: 2
Prerequisites: FASHION 002 Introduction to the Fashion Industry or ID 002 Introduction to Interior Design each 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. (CSU)
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ID 050H Special Studies: Interior Design
Units: 1-2
Prerequisites: ID 002 Introduction to Interior Design 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 interior design. 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)
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ID 075 Selected Topics: Interior Design
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 Interior Design not already covered by the existing curriculum.
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Italian |
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ITAL 001 Elementary Italian I
Units: 5
This course is an introduction to the Italian language and the culture of Italy. It develops proficiency in elementary Italian listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. It explores the cultures of the regions of Italy by analyzing behaviors, institutions, perspectives, and artistic manifestations. It affords opportunities for cross-linguistic and cross-cultural comparisons. (UC, CSU)
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ITAL 002 Elementary Italian II
Units: 5
Prerequisites: ITAL 001 Elementary Italian I with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is an introduction to the Italian language and Italian cultures. Emphasis is placed on communication skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and cultural understanding (behaviors, institutions, perspectives and artistic manifestations). (UC, CSU)
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ITAL 003 Intermediate Italian I
Units: 5
Prerequisites: ITAL 002 Elementary Italian II with a grade of “C” or better or equivalent.
This course continues to develop proficiency in Italian listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills on the advanced elementary level. It continues to explore the cultures of Italy by analyzing behaviors, institutions, perspectives, and artistic manifestations. It affords opportunities for cross-linguistic and cross-cultural comparisons.
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ITAL 004 Intermediate Italian II
Units: 5
Prerequisites: ITAL 003 Intermediate Italian I with a grade of “C” or better.
This course offers continued study of the Italian language on the advanced intermediate level. Efforts to further develop reading and composition skills are based on both contemporary and traditional selection of literary texts. It continues to explore the culture of Italy. It affords opportunities for cross-linguistic and cross-cultural comparisons.
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ITAL 015 Selected Topics: Italian
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 Italian not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
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ITAL 075 Selected Topics: Italian
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 Italian not covered by the existing curriculum.
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Japanese |
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JAPAN 001 Elementary Japanese I
Units: 5
This course is an introduction to the Japanese language and Japanese cultures. Emphasis is placed on communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and cultural understanding (behaviors, institutions, perspectives and artistic manifestations). (UC, CSU)
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JAPAN 002 Elementary Japanese II
Units: 5
Prerequisites: JAPAN 001 Elementary Japanese I with a grade of “C” or better.
This course continues to develop proficiency in Japanese listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills on the advanced elementary level. It continues to explore the cultures of Japan by analyzing behaviors, institutions, perspectives and artistic manifestations. It affords opportunities for cross-linguistic and cross-cultural comparisons. (UC, CSU)
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JAPAN 003 Intermediate Japanese I
Units: 5
Prerequisites: JAPAN 002 Elementary Japanese II with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to offer continued study of the Japanese language and Japanese cultures. Emphasis is placed on communication skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and cultural understanding (behaviors, institutions, perspectives and artistic manifestations). Efforts to improve reading and composition skills are based on both contemporary and traditional selection of literary texts. (UC, CSU)
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JAPAN 004 Intermediate Japanese II
Units: 5
Prerequisites: JAPAN 003 Intermediate Japanese I with a grade of “C” or better.
This course offers continued study of the Japanese language on the advanced intermediate level. Efforts to further develop reading and composition skills are based on both contemporary and traditional selection of literary texts. It continues to explore the culture of Japan. It affords opportunities for cross-linguistic and cross-cultural comparisons. (UC, CSU)
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JAPAN 015 Selected Topics: Japanese
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 Japanese not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
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JAPAN 075 Selected Topics: Japanese
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 Japanese not covered by the existing curriculum.
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Law |
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LAW 015 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 020 Mock Trial Team
Units: 1-3
Advisories: BUS 008 and COM ST 001A or COM ST 002 or COM ST 005 each with a grade of “C” or better or concurrent enrollment in any of the listed courses.
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)
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LAW 075 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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Learning Skills |
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LS 072 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.
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LS 073 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.
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LS 075 Selected Topics: Learning Skills
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 Learning Skills not already covered by the existing curriculum.
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LS 077 Introduction to Computers
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, and word processing. The course is self-paced and requires no previous computer knowledge or experience.
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LS 078 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. Cognitive and achievement testing will be provided to identify students’ learning profile.
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LS 090A Beginning Adapted Keyboarding
Units: 1
This is a beginning course in assistive computer technology for the student with disabilities. The course focuses on developing familiarity with the keyboard and touch typing skills for the alphabetic keys at a beginning level. The course includes assessment of individual abilities and prescriptive adaptive software/hardware for maximum success. Units in this course do not apply toward an associate degree.
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LS 090B Intermediate Adapted Keyboarding
Units: 1
Prerequisites: LS 090A Beginning Adapted Keyboarding with a grade of “C” or better.
This is an intermediate-level course in adaptive computer keyboarding. The course focuses on expanding and refining keyboard skills for the student with disabilities using adaptive computer technology. This course expands and builds upon the skills developed in LS 090A Beginning Adapted Keyboarding . Units in this course do not apply toward an associate degree.
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Library Skills |
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LIBRY 001 Library Information Literacy
Units: 1
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite Reading Level II.
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 002 Advanced Library Information Literacy
Units: 2
Prerequisites: LIBRY 001 Library Information Literacy with a grade of “C” or better.
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite Reading Level II.
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 003 Information Competency
Units: 3
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite Reading Level II.
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 010 Information Research Skills
Units: 2
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite Reading Level II.
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. (UC, CSU)
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LIBRY 015 Selected Topics: Library 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 Library Science not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
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LIBRY 075 Selected Topics: Library 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 Library Science not already covered by the existing curriculum.
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Mass Communication |
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MCOM 001 Introduction to Mass Communication
Units: 3
This course is a comprehensive survey of mass communication and the interrelationships of media with society, including history, development and trends in the digital age, including analysis of newspapers, magazines, television, radio, online media, public relations, advertising and photojournalism. Students discuss theories and effects, economics, technology, law and ethics, global media, media literacy, and social issues, including gender and cultural diversity. The impact of mass media in a free society is also examined. The course also addresses controls on the media, including media law and ethics. The constitutional basis for a free press is explored. (UC, CSU, C-ID JOUR 100 )
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MCOM 002 Writing for the Media
Units: 3
Prerequisites: MCOM 001 Introduction to Mass Communication , with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to offer the student fundamental instruction in writing for the mass media. The course includes instruction in writing techniques for newspapers, magazines, radio, television, film, electronic, and other news and information media. Emphasis on preparing scripts in proper formats, including fundamental technical, conceptual and stylistic issues related to writing fiction and non-fiction scripts for informational and entertainment purposes in film and electronic media. Also covered is the application of journalistic principles in writing columns, features, and editorials; corporate communications; publicity, public information, advertising and related areas.Legal and ethical issues related to writing for the media are also examined. Instruction is offered in standard styles, grammar, copy editing, and proofreading. The course includes a writing evaluation component as a significant part of the course requirement. (CSU)
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MCOM 004 Mass Media and Critical Thinking
Units: 3
This course is designed to introduce reasoning skills useful to the mass communication and general education students alike in interpreting and analyzing news, entertainment and advertising in the mass media. Emphasis is on assessing the quality of mass media messages and on how to think critically about the effects of mass media. The course focuses on analysis of current events. Analysis of ethical and legal issues in message dissemination will be discussed in length. (CSU, UC)
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MCOM 005 Social Media and Society
Units: 3
Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite Reading Level II.
A comprehensive look at the evolution of social media as it pertains to mass communication, specifically in sending directed messages to the masses through online media channels. Topics will include the evolution of social media, positive and negative impacts of directed campaigns and the cultural impact of content. Mediums for transmitting social messages will be discussed in length, including sharing of video, photographs and written content. Professional behavior, networking and ethical practices will also be examined. (CSU)
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MCOM 007 Photojournalism
Units: 3
This course is designed to offer the student instruction as a photo journalist, focusing on theory and practice in press and publication photography, with emphasis on using the camera as a reporting and communications tool. Specific attention will be given to reporting and interpreting news for print and Internet mass media. Covered are news and feature photography and photographic essays, including composition, impact, and creativity for newspapers, magazines, Internet, and other mass communications media. The course includes instruction in operation of digital cameras, composition, processing of digital images, and photo page design. Legal and ethical issues related to photojournalism are also examined. (CSU, C-ID JOUR 160)
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MCOM 010 Introduction to Multimedia
Units: 3
This course is designed to provide basic skills in the art of multimedia storytelling and project building with a journalism emphasis. Techniques that will be explored include use of video, photos, animation, graphic design, and text to convey interactive news and feature stories through the Internet and other electronic media. In addition, students will use critical thinking skills to develop the best way to build media content into a central project. Ethical considerations, including the use of contributed content, will also be examined. (CSU, C-ID JOUR 120)
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MCOM 011 Newswriting
Units: 3
This course is designed to offer an introduction to gathering, synthesizing, organizing and writing news in fundamental journalistic style across all media platforms. Emphasis is placed on the personal interview as a vital process in structuring an objective presentation of news and feature stories. Accompanying the various areas of writing instruction is an introduction to the basics of being a multimedia reporter, developing photo, video and audio capturing skills. It includes the role of the journalist and related legal and ethical issues. Students will report and write based on their original interviews and research to produce news content. Experiences may include covering speeches, meetings and other events, writing under deadline, and using AP Style. (CSU, C-ID JOUR 110)
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MCOM 012A Newspaper Production I
Units: 3
Prerequisites: MCOM 011 Newswriting with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to offer students lab experiences in all aspects of newspaper production, including regularly producing news or feature non-fiction stories with journalistic emphasis for publication in the student newspaper and on the student news website. Weekly news assignments cover the writing of news, feature, sports and opinion stories. Peer editing, page design, digital photography and production are also covered. Students may produce across digital platforms for experience in design/layout, online and multimedia journalism, and emerging technologies. The newspaper is student produced with student leadership. (CSU, C-ID JOUR 130)
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MCOM 012B Newspaper Production II
Units: 3
Prerequisites: MCOM 012A Newspaper Production I , with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to offer students lab intermediate skills in all aspects of newspaper production, including producing news or feature non-fiction stories with journalistic emphasis for publication in the student newspaper and on the student news website. Students will take on leadership and management roles, serving as a copy or section editor for the college newspaper. Weekly news assignments cover the writing of news, feature, sports and opinion stories. Peer editing, page design, digital photography and production are also covered. Students may produce across digital platforms for experience in design/layout, online and multimedia journalism and emerging technologies. The newspaper is student produced with student leadership (CSU, C-ID JOUR 131).
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MCOM 012C Newspaper Production III
Units: 3
Prerequisites: MCOM 012B Newspaper Production II with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to offer the student instruction in production of the student newspaper, including editing, page design and digital photography, while introducing the newspaper website and content management systems. The student will serve as copy editor, section editor, social media editor or online editor in addition to balancing management skills with newspaper duties.(CSU)
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MCOM 012D Newspaper Production IV
Units: 3
Prerequisites: MCOM 010 Introduction to Multimedia or MCOM 012C Newspaper Production III each with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is designed to offer the student instruction in content production as it pertains to the student newspaper and news website. Specific focus will be placed on advanced digital photography, sound editing and video development. The student will serve as a copy editor, section editor, social media editor, online editor or video editor in addition to balancing management skills with newspaper duties.(CSU)
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MCOM 015 Selected Topics: Mass Communications
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 Mass Communications not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
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MCOM 050H Special Studies: Mass Media
Units: 1-2
Prerequisites: MCOM 001 Introduction to Mass Communication with a grade of “B” or better.
Limitations on Enrollment: Presentation of a project acceptable to the instructor and division chairperson 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 mass media. 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)
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MCOM 069V Media Internship
Units: 1-6
Prerequisites: MCOM 011 Newswriting and MCOM 012A Newspaper Production I each with a grade of “C” or better.
This supervised internship course is designed to provide the advanced journalism student with the opportunity to gain work experience for either off-campus print or electronic medium and to earn credit for the experience. Units are awarded on the basis of one unit per 60 hours of unpaid work or 75 hours of paid work. (CSU)
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MCOM 075 Selected Topics: Mass Communication
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 journalism not already covered by the existing curriculum.
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MATH 001 Calculus I
Units: 5
Prerequisites: MATH 039 Precalculus , or minimum level 6 on the Math Placement Test or MATH 038A Precalculus I , and MATH 038B Precalculus II , each with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is the first course in differential and integral Calculus. Topics include: limits and continuity,techniques of differentiation and integration, the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus and applications of differentiation and integration. This course is primarily for Science, Mathematics, Technology, and Engineering majors. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 210)
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MATH 002 Calculus II
Units: 4
Prerequisites: MATH 001 Calculus I with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is the second course in differential and integral Calculus. Topics include integration, techniques of integration, applications of the integral, and infinite sequences and series, polar and parametric equations. This class is primary for Mathematics, Science, Technology and Engineering majors. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 220)
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MATH 003 Multivariable Calculus
Units: 4
Prerequisites: MATH 002 Calculus II , with a grade of “C” or better.
This course introduces vector valued functions, calculus of functions of more than one variable, partial derivatives, multiple integration, Green`s Theorem, Stokes`s Theorem and the divergence theorem. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 230)
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MATH 004 Differential Equations
Units: 4
Prerequisites: MATH 002 Calculus II with a grade of “C” or better.
This course provides an introduction to the study of elementary differential equations. The course includes a computer laboratory component complementing the lecture component. Lecture and laboratory topics include first and second order linear differential equations, nonlinear differential equations, power series solution methods including solutions near ordinary and singular points, the Laplace transform, and systems of linear differential equations. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 240)
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MATH 005 Linear Algebra
Units: 4
Prerequisites: MATH 002 Calculus II , with a grade of “C” or better.
This is an introductory course in Linear Algebra. This course develops the techniques and theory needed to solve and classify linear systems of equations. Techniques include elementary row operation, Gaussian elimination and matrix algebra. Properties of two and three dimensions vectors are studied and abstract vector spaces are introduced. Vector space and Matrix theory are presented. Topics include linear transformations, eigenvalues and eigenspaces, orthogonality, norms, and inner products. Applications of linear algebra are included. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 250)
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MATH 012 Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Units: 4
Prerequisites: MATH 092G Intermediate Algebra , or MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) , or MATH-082, Intermediate Algebra, each with a grade of “C” or better or minimum level of 5 on the Math Placement Test.
Advisories: Reading level II.
This course is designed to acquaint the student with elementary techniques used in statistical analysis. Emphasis is on descriptive statistics, elementary probability concepts, probability distributions, statistical inference, and simple linear regression analysis, with applications in business, social sciences, psychology, life sciences, health sciences and education. A graphing calculator is recommended. Instructor demonstrations utilize a graphing calculator. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 110)
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MATH 013 Survey of Calculus
Units: 4
Prerequisites: MATH-082 Intermediate Algebra or MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) each with a grade of “C” or better or Math Level 5 or higher on the Math Placement Test.
This course is designed primarily for the student studying business, life science, social science, or engineering technology who wishes an overview of the practical aspects of Calculus, rather than the more rigorous development found in the three semester sequential Calculus series (MATH 001 , MATH 002 , MATH 003 ). (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 140)
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MATH 017A Concepts and Structures of Mathematics
Units: 3
Prerequisites: MATH 092G Intermediate Algebra , or MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) , or minimum of Level 5 on the Math Placement Test.
This course is one of two courses designed for the pre-service elementary teacher. The course focuses on the development of quantitative reasoning skills through in-depth, integrated explorations of topics in mathematics, including real number systems and subsystems. Emphasis is on comprehension and analysis of mathematical concepts and application of logical reasoning. Throughout the course accurate use of mathematical terminology and notation will be emphasized. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 120)
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MATH 017B Concepts and Structures of Mathematics
Units: 3
Prerequisites: MATH 092G Intermediate Algebra , or MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) , each with a grade of “C” or better or minimum of Level 5 on the Math Placement Test.
This course is one of two courses designed for the pre-service elementary teacher. The course focuses on the development of quantitative reasoning skills through in-depth, integrated explorations of topics in mathematics, including measurement, geometry and introductory probability and statistics. Throughout the course accurate use of mathematical terminology and notation will be emphasized. (UC, CSU)
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MATH 020 Finite Mathematics
Units: 3
Prerequisites: MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) , or MATH-082, Intermediate Algebra, or MATH 092G Intermediate Algebra , each with a grade of “C” or better or a minimum of a level 5 on the Math Placement Test.
This course is designed to fulfill the mathematics requirements of the student in business administration, management, life sciences, or social sciences. The course covers a variety of topics including linear functions, systems of equations and inequalities, matrices, linear programming, elementary combinatorial techniques, sets, Venn diagrams, elementary probability and statistics, the mathematics of finance and Markov Chains. Application problems to business, economics and social sciences are emphasized throughout. Graphing calculators are used extensively. The TI-84 PLUS is used for instructor demonstrations. (UC, CSU, C-ID MATH 130)
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MATH 038A Precalculus I
Units: 4
Prerequisites: MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) with a grade of “C” or better or or minimum level of 5 on the Math Placement Test.
This course is a one-semester college algebra course or, together with MATH 038B , a two-semester Precalculus course. Emphasis is placed on the algebraic skills necessary for success in Calculus. Topics will include linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic equations and functions; sequences and series; mathematical induction; Binomial Theorem; and related applications.Graphing Calculator may be required. (CSU, UC)
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MATH 038B Precalculus II
Units: 4
Prerequisites: MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) with a grade of “C” or better or or minimum of Level 5 on the Math Placement Test.
This course is a comprehensive course in Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry. Topics include conic sections, polar coordinates, linear and non-linear systems and matrix algebra. Together with MATH 038A , this is a two semester Precalculus course sequence. A graphing calculator may be required.(CSU, UC)
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MATH 039 Precalculus
Units: 6
Prerequisites: MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) with a grade of “C” or better OR minimum level of 5 on the Math Placement Test.
Advisories: MATH 092S with a grade of “A” or better.
This course is a preparatory course for Calculus. It emphasizes the algebraic and trigonometric knowledge and skills required in Calculus. Topics include linear and non linear equations, a study of polynomial, transcendental and trigonometric functions, sequences and series, conic sections, polar coordinates, systems of equations, exponential and logarithmic functions and equations, Binomial Theorem, mathematical induction and related applications. Graphing calculators may be required. Credit may not be granted for MATH 39 and MATH 038A /MATH 038B . MATH 038A and MATH 038B are equivalent to MATH 39. (UC, CSU)
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MATH 075 Selected Topics: Mathematics
Units: 0.5-4
This course is designed to offer instruction in one or more of the specialized areas of mathematics not already covered by the existing curriculum.
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MATH 076 Review of Arithmetic
Units: 3
This course is designed as a review of basic arithmetic. The course includes whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratio and proportion, percents, and systems of measurement. Units earned in this course do not count toward an associate degree.
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