2018-2019 San Joaquin Delta College Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2018-2019 San Joaquin Delta College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Information


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

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Art

  
  • ART 040A Printmaking I


    Units: 3
    This course is an introduction to the basic materials, equipment, and processes of printmaking, including monotype, relief (linocut and woodcut), intaglio (dryout, etching, and collagraph) (UC, CSU).
  
  • ART 040B Printmaking II


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: ART 040A Printmaking I  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a continuation study of processes and applications in basic printmaking. This course emphasizes refinement and application of Printmaking techniques, including monotype, relief (linocut and woodcut), intaglio (drypoint, etching, and collagraph) for the solution of more complex design problems. (CSU, UC)
  
  • ART 040C Printmaking III


    Units: 2
    Prerequisites: ART 040B Printmaking II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a study of more complex printmaking processes and applications. Students will begin to identify types of printmaking that they wish to focus on for creative and technical advancement. This course emphasizes refinement and application of Printmaking techniques, including monotype, relief (linocut and woodcut), intaglio (drypoint, etching, and collagraph) for the solution of more complex design problems. (CSU, UC)
  
  • ART 040D Printmaking IV


    Units: 2
    Prerequisites: ART 040C Printmaking III  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This is a continuation course in the advanced study of complex printmaking processes and applications. This course emphasizes refinement and application of specific types of printmaking chosen by the student as an area of focus. Printmaking techniques, printing press calibration specific to printing challenges and experimental exploration will be addressed. (CSU)
  
  
  • ART 064A Ceramics I


    Units: 3
    This course includes the production and study of clay forms as effective communication. Basic techniques of hand building are practiced on assignments and projects that require no prior knowledge of tools, equipment or ceramic materials. Ceramic artwork from differing cultures, time periods and artists will be analyzed and critiqued while investigating how societal and technological beliefs and developments have influenced the evolution of the ceramic arts. (UC, CSU)
  
  • ART 064B Ceramics II


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: ART 064A Ceramics I  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed as a study in the use of clay for effective visual communication. The course emphasizes the refinement and application of wheel techniques for the solution of more complex design problems including function. The proper stacking of kilns and the practice of glaze development is introduced. (CSU, UC)
  
  • ART 064C Ceramics III


    Units: 2
    Prerequisites: ART 064B Ceramics II  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed as a study and use of clay for effective visual communication. The course emphasizes glaze surface techniques and formulation, development of individual style and its application to solving specialized assignments related to professional goals. Kiln building, and firing is introduced. (CSU)
  
  • ART 064D Ceramics IV


    Units: 2
    Prerequisites: ART 064C Ceramics III  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is intended for study in the development of individual style and its application to solving advanced ceramic assignments.(CSU)
  
  • ART 075 Selected Topics: Art


    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 Art not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Astronomy

  
  • ASTRO 001 Introductory Astronomy


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: MATH 090 Beginning Algebra  with a grade of “C” or better or higher level Math or minimum of level 4 on the math placement test.
    This course is a description of general astronomy covering topics that include our solar system (planets, asteroids, and comets), our Sun, the birth and evolution of stars, galaxies (including the Milky Way), clusters of galaxies, quasars, black holes, and cosmology. (UC, CSU)
  
  • ASTRO 001L Astronomy Laboratory


    Units: 1
    Prerequisites: ASTRO 001 Introductory Astronomy  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Corequisites: ASTRO 001 Introductory Astronomy .
    This course is laboratory work performing quantitative experiments of physical phenomena relating to astronomy. The experiments may include working in the planetarium on campus or with planetarium software. Observations using telescopes are also included. (UC, CSU)
  
  • ASTRO 015 Selected Topics: Astronomy


    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 Astronomy not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
  
  • ASTRO 075 Selected Topics: Astronomy


    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 Astronomy not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Athletics

  
  • ATH 001 Off Season Sports Conditioning


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in a vigorous training program for intercollegiate athletics. This course is designed to expose the student to the various components of sport-related conditioning. The student develops a theoretical knowledge of these components and participate in activities that include jogging, running, plyometrics, as well as strength and flexibility training. This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2).(CSU, UC)
  
  • ATH 002 In Season Conditioning


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection. Must meet the California Community College Athletic Eligibility Code requirements and after tryouts, be selected for the team.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in a vigorous training program for intercollegiate athletics in season. This course is designed toexpose the student to the various components of sport-related conditioning. The student develops a theoretical knowledge of these components and participates in activities that include jogging, running, plyometrics, as well asstrength and flexibility training. This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 015 Selected Topics: Athletics


    Units: 0.5-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Determined by topic.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection. Must meet the California Community College Athletic Eligibility Code requirements and after tryouts, be selected for the team.
    This course is designed to offer instruction in one of the specialized areas of athletics not already covered by the existing curricula. (CSU)
  
  • ATH 037 Off Season Golf


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection. Must meet the California Community College Athletic Eligibility Code requirements and after tryouts, be selected for the team.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate golf. Course content will include: sport specific skill development, sport specific strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, agility work, plyometrics, speed training, and flexibility exercises. This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (CSU)
  
  • ATH 038 Intercollegiate Beach Volleyball


    Units: 3
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California’s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 Section 55041(a)(2). (CSU)
  
  • ATH 039 Off Season Swimming


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic tryout and team selection.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate swimming. Course content will include: sport specific skill development, sport specific strength training, speed development, agility training, plyometric drills, cardiovascular conditioning, and an increase in flexibility. This course is repeatable per Title 5 S55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 040 Off Season Water Polo


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic tryout and team selection.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate water polo. Course content will include: sport specific skill development, sport specific strength training, speed development, agility training, plyometric drills, cardiovascular conditioning, and an increase in flexibility. This course is repeatable per Title 5 S55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 041 Off Season Volleyball


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate volleyball. Course content will include: sport specific skill development, sport specific strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, agility work, plyometrics, speed training, and flexibility exercises. (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 042 Off Season Wrestling


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate wrestling. This course involves training and conditioning skills and techniques specific to wrestling. Students will have the opportunity to obtain knowledge and practical experience in intercollegiate wrestling. This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2).(CSU, UC)
  
  • ATH 043 Off Season Basketball


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate basketball. Course content will include: collegiate level basketball-specific skill development, sport specific strength training, agility work, plyometrics, speed training and flexibility exercises. (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 044 Off Season Soccer


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection. Must meet the California Community College Athletic Eligibility Code requirements and after tryouts, be selected for the team.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate soccer. Course content will include: sport specific skill development, sport specific strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, agility work, plyometrics, speed training, and flexibility exercises. This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 045 Off Season Baseball


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate baseball. Course content will include: sport specific skill development, sport specific strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, agility work, plyometrics, speed training, and flexibility exercises. This course is repeatable per Title 5 Section 55041(a)(2). (CSU, UC)
  
  • ATH 046 Off Season Football


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate football. Course content will include: sport specific skill development, sport specific strength training, speed development, agility training, plyometric drills, cardiovascular conditioning, and an increase in flexibility. This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (CSU, UC)
  
  • ATH 047 Off Season Softball


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate softball. Course content will include: sport specific skill development, sport specific strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, agility work, plyometrics, speed training, and flexibility exercises. This course is repeatable per Title 5 Section 55041(a)(2). (CSU, UC)
  
  • ATH 048 Off Season Track and Field


    Units: 0.5-1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is designed for the athlete wishing to participate in intercollegiate track and field. Course content will include: collegiate level track-specific skill development, sport specific strength training, agility work, plyometrics, speed training and flexibility exercises. This course is repeatable per Title 5 S55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 049 Golf Team: Women


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California’s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 S55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 050 Soccer Team: Men


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 051 Water Polo Team: Men


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 S55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 052 Football Team: Men


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 053 Cross Country Team: Men


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 054 Baseball Team: Men


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    Advisories: ATH 045  with a grade of “C” or better in the summer or fall semester and recommended that student played varsity baseball in high school.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 055 Golf Team: Men


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 056 Basketball Team: Men


    Units: 1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection. Must meet the California Community College Athletic Eligibility Code requirements and after tryouts, be selected for the team.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 057 Track Team: Men


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 058 Wrestling Team: Men


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 060 Swimming & Diving Team: Men


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 Section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 061 Soccer Team: Women


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 062 Volleyball Team: Women


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 063 Swimming and Diving Team: Women


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 Section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 064 Basketball Team: Women


    Units: 1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection. Must meet the California Community College Athletic Eligibility Code requirements and after tryouts, be selected for the team.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 065 Softball Team: Women


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection. Must meet the California Community College Athletic Eligibility Code requirements and after tryouts, be selected for the team.
    Advisories: ATH 047  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 067 Water Polo Team: Women


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection. Must meet the California Community College Athletic Eligibility Code requirements and after tryouts, be selected for the team.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 068 Track Team: Women


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 069 Cross Country Team: Women


    Units: 3
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Athletic Tryout & Team Selection.
    This course is part of the intercollegiate athletic program of Delta College. Delta College participates in the conference established through the Community College League of California`s Commission on Athletics (COA). This course is repeatable per Title 5 section 55041(a)(2). (UC, CSU)
  
  • ATH 075 Selected Topics: Athletics


    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 Athletics not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Auto Body

  
  • AUTOBODY 075 Selected Topics: Auto Body


    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 Auto Body not already covered by the existing curriculum.
  
  
  
  
  
  • AUTOBODY 084A Introductory Auto Collision Repair


    Units: 6
    This course is a theory and laboratory course offering in-depth training in sheet metal welding, metal straightening and finishing, and filling of metals.
  
  • AUTOBODY 084B Beginning Auto Collision Repair


    Units: 6
    Prerequisites: AUTOBODY 084A Introductory Auto Collision Repair  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to allow the student to work on more complicated types of automobile body damage to further refine basic metal working skills. The removing, repairing, and aligning of trim and upholstery panels are covered.
  
  • AUTOBODY 084C Intermediate Auto Collision Repair


    Units: 6
    Prerequisites: AUTOBODY 084B Beginning Auto Collision Repair  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to give the student instruction in basic unibody repair, fiberglass body repair, plastic parts repair, and roof panel replacement and repair. The student learns and performs the steps necessary to complete a full-car paint job.
  
  • AUTOBODY 084D Advanced Auto Collision Repair


    Units: 6
    Prerequisites: AUTOBODY 084C Intermediate Auto Collision Repair  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to advance the student to more complicated portions of unibody repair. The repair of suspension and steering systems are covered. The student performs assigned jobs which must be performed within time constraints imposed by employers.
  
  • AUTOBODY 087C Auto Body Specialization


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: AUTOBODY 088B Master Auto Body/Refinish Technician  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Limitations on Enrollment: Limitations on Enrollment: Presentation of a written project proposal outlining the project guidelines, tasks, calendar, etc. that is acceptable to the instructor and the division dean.
    This course is designed for the advanced student in auto body. The student completes an advanced specialized project developed in consultation with the instructor.
  
  • AUTOBODY 088A Master Auto Body Technician


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: AUTOBODY 084D Advanced Auto Collision Repair  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to expose the student to the fine details of automotive body repair and restoration. The student will gain valuable refined skills that will escalate his/her technical abilities to a higher level in turn creating a much more employable candidate.
  
  • AUTOBODY 088B Master Auto Body/Refinish Technician


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: AUTOBODY 088A Master Auto Body Technician  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to expose the student to the fine details of automotive body repair/refinish and restoration. The student will gain valuable refined skills that will escalate his/her technical abilities to a higher level in turn creating a much more employable candidate.
  
  • AUTOBODY 098V Work Experience: Auto Body Technology


    Units: 1-4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite or Corequisite Students must enroll in a minimum of one course at San Joaquin Delta College in a discipline related to their work experience. This course may be taken concurrently or may have been taken in the semester immediately prior.
    This course is designed for the student participating in an occupational work experience in autobody. 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 worksite supervisor and a college work experience instructor. Students must work 75 paid or 60 non-paid hours per unit earned. To register, complete an application form available at the Applied Science, Business, and Technology Division Office, Holt 140.

Auto Mechanics

  
  • AUTOMECH 072 Basic Brakes, Suspensions, Wheel Alignment, and Maintenance


    Units: 3
    This course is designed to prepare the student to analyze, adjust, and repair basic automotive brake, suspension and steering systems and includes basic maintenance.
  
  • AUTOMECH 073 Basic Engine Performance and Electrical Systems


    Units: 3
    This course is designed to prepare the student to analyze, adjust, and repair basic automotive electrical, ignition, and fuel management systems.
  
  • AUTOMECH 074 Basic Engines


    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Advisory: Reading Level II.
    This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of two-stroke and four-stroke engines in relationship to oils, lubrication, safety inspections, precision measurements, and related mathematics.
  
  • AUTOMECH 075 Selected Topics: Auto Mechanics


    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 Auto Mechanics not already covered by the existing curriculum.
  
  
  • AUTOMECH 087B Auto Electrics Specialization


    Units: 3-4
    Prerequisites: AUTOMECH 091 Starting, Charging, and Electrical Systems , with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed for the advanced student in automotive electrics. The student completes an advanced specialized project developed in consultation with the instructor.
  
  • AUTOMECH 090A Emission Control Training Level 1


    Units: 4
    Advisories: AUTOMECH 096A  and AUTOMECH 096B  both with a minimum grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to meet the California State requirements for the Department of Consumer Affairs/Bureau of Automotive Repair Course. This course is required for the advanced level student or Journeyman level technician who wishes to become a Smog Check Test and Repair Technician. The student who enrolls in this course must meet the DCA/BAR prerequisite guidelines before entering the course in order to receive a level 1 Course certification. The course includes State rules and regulations for Smog Check, required equipment for testing and testing vehicles incorporated in the Smog Check program, manuals and software required for Smog Check Stations, common test procedures used on emission vehicles, testing vehicles that are equipped with On Board Diagnostic II (OBD II) compliant engine management system, and the safe use and practices of Emission Inspection System equipment.
  
  • AUTOMECH 090B Emissions Diagnosis and Repair


    Units: 1.5
    Limitations on Enrollment: For those students who seek Level 2 certification, they must meet the California Department of Consumer Affairs/Bureau of Automotive Repair requirements prior to entry into the course or they must have Level 1 certification.
    This course is designed to meet the California state requirements for the Department of Consumer Affairs/Bureau of Automotive Repair (DCA/BAR) Level 2 training course. This course is required for the advanced level student or journeyman level technician who wishes to become a Smog Check Test and Repair Technician. The student who enrolls in this course must meet the DCA/BAR prerequisite guidelines before entering the course in order to receive a Level 2 certification. This course includes state rules and regulations for Enhanced Area Smog Check; required equipment for testing and repairing vehicles incorporated in the Enhanced Area Smog Check program; baseline testing and common repair procedures used on enhanced area emission related vehicle failures; the safe use and practices of Emission Inspection system equipment, with special attention to safe vehicle/dynamometer testing practices.
  
  
  
  • AUTOMECH 093 Engine Rebuilding


    Units: 6
    Advisories: AUTOMECH 074  with a minimum grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to prepare the student to analyze, adjust, service, and repair gasoline-powered automobile engines. The course includes precision machining operations and the complete rebuilding of an engine.
  
  • AUTOMECH 094 Manual Drivetrain and Axles


    Units: 5
    Advisories: AUTOMECH 072  with a minimum grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to prepare the student to analyze, service, and repair: differentials, standard transmissions and transaxles, front-wheel drive axles, drivelines, four-wheel drive systems, and clutch systems.
  
  
  • AUTOMECH 096A Fuel Management and Computer Controls


    Units: 6
    Prerequisites: AUTOMECH 073 Basic Engine Performance and Electrical Systems , with a grade of “C” or better.
    Corequisites: AUTOMECH 073 Basic Engine Performance and Electrical Systems .
    This course is designed to prepare the student to troubleshoot and diagnose automotive fuel-injection systems, engine computer systems, emission systems, and some carburetion systems. The student completing the requirements of AUTOMECH 096A, Ignition Systems and Electronic Engine Controls, and AUTOMECH 096B, Fuel Management and Computer Controls, is eligible to test to receive certification for the approved Clean Air Car course from the State of California Bureau of Automotive Repair.
  
  • AUTOMECH 096B Ignition Systems and Electronic Engine Controls


    Units: 6
    Advisories: AUTOMECH 073  with a minimum grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to prepare the student to diagnose and repair automotive engine performance problems and driveability malfunction-related failures. The student completing the requirements of AUTO 096A, Ignition Systems and Electronic Engine Controls, and AUTO 096B, Fuel Management and Computer Controls, is eligible to test to receive certification for the approved Clean Air Car course from the State of California Bureau of Automotive Repair.
  
  • AUTOMECH 097 Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles


    Units: 6
    Prerequisites: AUTOMECH 072  or AUTOMECH 073  with a minimum grade of “C” or better.
    Corequisites: AUTOMECH 072  or AUTOMECH 073 .
    Advisories: AUTOMECH 091  with a minimum grade of “C” or better.
    This course is designed to prepare the student to analyze, adjust, service, and repair automatic transmissions and transaxles on foreign and domestic automobiles.
  
  • AUTOMECH 098V Work Experience: Auto Mechanics


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

Automotive Technology

  
  • AUTO 075 Selected Topics: Automotive Technology


    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 automotive technology not already covered by existing curriculum.

Biology

  
  • BIOL 001 Molecular and Genomic Biology


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites:  MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM)  or MATH Level 5 and CHEM 003A Introduction to Chemistry  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    Advisories: CHEM 001A  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course, intended for majors, will cover principles and applications of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structure and function, biological molecules, homeostasis, cell reproduction and its controls, molecular genetics, classical/Mendelian genetics, cell metabolism including photosynthesis and respiration, and cellular communication. The philosophy of science, methods of scientific inquiry and experimental design are foundational to the course. (UC, CSU)
  
  • BIOL 002 General Zoology


    Units: 5
    Prerequisites: BIOL 001  Core Biology with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is intended for majors, and includes a survey of animal phyla and non-photosynthetic, single-celled, eukaryotic taxa. It covers the comparative structure, function, and life cycles of animals, as well as principles of evolution, taxonomy, and systematics. Topics include development, morphology and physiology, phylogeny, and behavior of animals, as well as principles of evolution, mechanisms of evolutionary change, and speciation. (UC, CSU, C-ID BIOL 150)
  
  • BIOL 003 Plant Diversity and Ecology


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: BIOL 001  Core Biology with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is intended for majors and covers comparative diversity, structure, and function of plant, fungal, and protistan phyla. Topics include development, morphology and physiology, taxonomy and systematics. Principles of population and community ecology and ecosystem interactions are emphasized. The course is for the pre-professional student in the biological sciences and is fundamental for the student planning to specialize in forestry, horticulture, agriculture, food processing, pharmacy, and other subjects requiring a scientific knowledge of plant life. Field trips are included. This course meets the CSU general education laboratory science requirement and IGETC requirements. (UC, CSU)
  
  • BIOL 010 Survey of Biology


    Units: 4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
    This course is an introduction to biology for non-majors. Biology includes all aspects of the scientific study of life. In this course, the structure, function, and behavior of organisms are studied at the molecular, cellular, organismal, and environmental levels within an evolutionary conceptual framework. On and off-campus field work is required. The course meets the CSU general education laboratory science requirement and IGETC requirements. (UC, CSU)
  
  • BIOL 011 Humans in the Biological World


    Units: 4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Prerequisite Skills: Reading level II.
    Advisories: MATH 092S  CHEM 003A  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course will introduce the student to processes and knowledge for all of Biology, by comparing and contrasting humans and other organisms in terms of evolution, the creation and maintenance of homeostasis, and roles played in ecosystems. All major subjects in Biology will be covered, including cell and molecular biology; fundamental anatomy and physiology; and evolution and ecology. The course meets the California State University (CSU) general education laboratory science requirement and Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) requirements. (UC, CSU)
  
  • BIOL 012 Natural History of California


    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading level II.
    This course is an introduction to the plants and animals of California with emphasis on the plant communities and wildlife of the Central Valley, the coast ranges, and the Sierra Nevada. Ecologically oriented, the course probes ways in which plants and animals are adapted to their environment. Present and historical human environmental relationships will be investigated as well. A field trip is required. (CSU)
  
  • BIOL 014 Practicing Modern Biology


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: MATH 090 Beginning Algebra  with a grade of “C” or better or MATH Level 4.
    Advisories: MATH 092S  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This is an introduction to biology, with special relevance to students interested in taking further course work in biology or related disciplines, including the allied health sciences. In addition to an introduction to the broad field of biology, it includes a strong emphasis on cell and molecular biology, as well as experimental methodologies and techniques. (CSU)
  
  • BIOL 015 Selected Topics: Biology


    Units: 0.5-4
    This course is designed to offer instruction in one or more of the specialized areas of biology not already covered by the existing curriculum. (CSU)
  
  • BIOL 022 Introduction to Medical Microbiology


    Units: 4
    Prerequisites: CHEM 003A Introduction to Chemistry  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
    Advisories: BIOL 001  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a study of microorganisms with the main emphasis on bacteria and the disease process. Laboratory work includes cultural, morphological, growth requirements and biochemical characteristics of microorganisms. Basic laboratory skills of the microbiologist are emphasized. The course is recommended for the student planning to enroll in the SJDC Nursing Program. The student who plans to transfer to a college or university, which requires a 5 unit course in bacteriology or microbiology, is advised to enroll in BIOL 023 . (CSU)
  
  • BIOL 023 General Microbiology


    Units: 5
    Prerequisites: CHEM 003A Introduction to Chemistry  with a grade of “C” or better.
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading level II.
    Advisories: BIOL 001  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is the study of the nature and activities of microorganisms and their relationships to human life and human interest. The laboratory activities include bacteriology and mycological techniques, demonstration of physiological activities, isolation, and identification of microorganisms, a student designed independent experiment and may include field trips to demonstrate practical applications. This course meets introductory requirements for majors in microbiology and for other students requiring knowledge of microbiology. (UC, CSU)
  
  • BIOL 030 Human Sexuality


    Units: 3
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading level II.
    This course is an introduction to human sexuality. It covers the biological, psychological, social, cultural, and historical aspects of human sexuality. Students engage in discussions regarding social and psychological issues of fertility, pregnancy and childbirth, different methods of birth control, sexually transmitted diseases, sexual behavior, homosexuality and bisexuality and intercourse. Students evaluate their own sexual behavior, and attitudes. This course is academic rather than therapeutic. (UC, CSU, C-ID PSY 130)
  
  • BIOL 031 Human Anatomy


    Units: 4
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
    Advisories: BIOL 011 Humans in the Biological World , with a minimum grade of “C”; ENG 079 Preparatory English , with a minimum grade of “C” or Composition Level III; MATH 092S Intermediate Algebra (STEM) , with a minimum grade of “C” or MATH 092G Intermediate Algebra , with a minimum grade of “C” or minimum level 5 on the
    This course is a study of the structural organization of the human body: gross and microscopic structure of the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems, from cellular to organ system levels of organization. This course is primarily intended for nursing, allied health, kinesiology, and other health related majors. This course covers structure of the human body at the cell, tissue, organ, and system level. A systems approach is taken with microscopy and gross anatomy of all systems. Emphasis is placed on structure-function relationships. This is a majors level course with designed rigor. The laboratory includes study of microscopic specimens, organ and organism dissection, and models. (UC, CSU, C-ID BIOL 110B).
  
  • BIOL 032 Human Physiology


    Units: 5
    Prerequisites: BIOL 031 Human Anatomy  or BIOL 033 Anatomy & Physiology  or BIOL 001  Core Biology or BIOL 011 Humans in the Biological World  and CHEM 003A Introduction to Chemistry  or CHEM 001A General Chemistry  each with a grade of “C” or better.
    Advisories: ENG 079  or Composition Level III.
    MATH-082 each with a grade of “C” or better minimum level of 5 on the Math Placement Test. This course is a study of the physiological principles, function, integration and homeostasis of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, organ system and organism level: integumentary system, bone, skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscles, nervous system, sensory organs, cardiovascular system, lymphatic and immune systems, respiratory system, urinary system, digestive system, endocrine system, and reproductive system. This course is primarily intended for Nursing, Allied Health, Kinesiology, and other health related majors. (UC, CSU, C-ID BIOL 120B)
  
  • BIOL 033 Anatomy & Physiology


    Units: 6
    Prerequisites: CHEM 003A Introduction to Chemistry  or CHEM 001A General Chemistry  each with a grade of “C” or better or High School Chemistry.
    This course is intended primarily for allied health majors. It covers the structure, function, integration, and homeostasis of the human body at the cellular, tissue, organ, organ system, and organism level, including the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, immune, respiratory, urinary, digestive, endocrine, and reproductive systems. (CSU, UC)
  
  • BIOL 050H Special Studies: Biology


    Units: 1-2
    Prerequisites: BIOL 001  Core Biology and BIOL 002 General Zoology  or BIOL 003 Plant Diversity and Ecology  each with a grade of “B” 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 biology. 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)
  
  • BIOL 055 Introduction to Human Genetics


    Units: 3
    Prerequisites: BIOL 001  Core Biology or BIOL 011 Humans in the Biological World  MATH-080 Elementary Algebra each with a grade of “C” or better or a minimum of assessment level 4 on the Math Placement Test.
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading Level II.
    This course is an introduction to basic Biological concepts in Genetics. The course will cover topics in genetic inheritance, deoxyribose nucleic acid (DNA) and chromosomes, population genetics, genetics of cancer, Genetic Biotechnology and current topics like animal cloning or stem cell research. (UC, CSU)
  
  • BIOL 075 Selected Topics: Biology


    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 Biology not already covered by the existing curriculum.

Business Administration

  
  • BUS 001A Principles of Accounting


    Units: 5
    Prerequisite Skills: 1. Reading level II.
    This course is a study of basic accounting principles and procedures relating to proprietorships and partnerships. The accounting procedures for the entire accounting cycle are studied. Generally accepted accounting principles relating to cash, short-term investments, receivables, inventories, plant assets, depreciation, payables, internal control and payroll are included. (UC, CSU)
  
  • BUS 001B Principles of Accounting


    Units: 5
    Prerequisites: BUS 001A Principles of Accounting  with a grade of “C” or better.
    This course is a continuation of the study of generally accepted accounting principles applied in a corporate environment. The course examines the corporation topics of equity and debt financing, investments in stock and debt, the statement of cash flows, and the analysis of financial statements. The course introduces the managerial accounting topics of cost accounting, including job order and process cost systems, budgeting and standard costs. (UC, CSU)
  
  • BUS 002 Introduction to E-Commerce


    Units: 3
    This course is a comprehensive introduction to the world of electronic commerce. Topics will focus on the business and technological aspects of e-commerce and how it functions within the world of business. Topics include a basic introduction to the technology of e-commerce, the ethical and social issues relating to electronic commerce,e-strategies and tactics, security, and managerial and customer-related perspectives of electronic commerce. (CSU)
 

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