This introductory course is designed for transfer students in business, information systems, and/or accounting. Topics include the accounting cycle, preparation and analysis of financial statements, internal control, depreciation, inventories, receivables, liabilities, stockholders' equity, ethical issues, and accounting as a decision-making tool.

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This course introduces students to managerial decision-making using accounting information. Topics include the master budget, static and flexible budgets, capital budgeting techniques, cost-volume-profit relationships, contribution margin approach to decision-making, cost behavior analysis, job order and process costing, activity-based costing and just-in-time manufacturing. Other topics include standard costing, responsibility accounting, cost performance reporting, special business decisions, incremental analysis, break-even analysis, and pricing under absorption and variable costing.

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Students are provided hands-on computer based accounting using QuickBooks, which includes behind-the-scenes accounting. Proper use of QuickBooks business forms for recording sales and receivables, payables and purchases, and payroll will be presented. Students will explore various methods of business problem solving.

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This course provides students with cost accounting principles, including essentials of job order, process cost, and standard cost accounting systems. The central focus of the course is how cost accounting helps managers make better decisions for planning, controlling, and profitability analysis in a business environment as well as costing concepts for products, services, and customers. Topics covered in this course are of significant value in personal financial management as well.

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This is a comprehensive Income Tax Course (Part I--Basic; and Part II--Intermediate) with materials prepared by "The Income Tax School." "The Income Tax School" has received approval by the California Tax Education Council (CTEC) to provide a comprehensive Federal and California State Income Tax Course to fulfill the 60-hour qualifying education requirement mandated by California State Law. The material is presented through lecture, discussion, and review problems.

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This course provides students with an introduction to Federal Individual Income Taxation with emphasis on statutory materials, principles, procedures and terminology. Special attention is given to tax problems encountered by individual taxpayers and the basic concepts of gross income, exclusions, adjusted gross income, deductions, exemptions, and tax credits. Tax planning techniques will be explored.

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An introduction to accounting principles and procedures that apply to the operations of a small business. The material is presented through lecture and simulation activities including online computer activities. Transactions are analyzed and processed, financial statements are developed, and records are adjusted and closed for a complete accounting cycle for service and merchandising businesses. This course helps to prepare students for positions as accounting assistants or entry level bookkeepers. Course management software will be used to enhance learning.

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Students examine U.S. law enforcement, the courts, and corrections in terms of history, crime measurements, responses to crime, and the role of the justice system in a pluralistic society. The responsibility of criminal justice personnel, legal process, and the structure and function of law enforcement, the courts, and corrections are examined. Students also explore origins and development of criminal law, crime causation, affirmative defenses, and sentencing and incarceration concepts.

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Students analyze precepts of criminal law in the United States including legal systems, the courts, and general elements of crimes against persons, property, and public morals and welfare. The history and structure of law, affirmative criminal defenses, criminal culpability, and sentencing structures are examined. Students also analyze Constitutional Law in the context of landmark cases to interpret how precedent has impacted the U.S. justice system, the offender, and society.

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Students analyze legal process in criminal proceedings from pre-arrest through appeal. Constitutional guidelines, interpretation of statutory and case law precedents, legal aspects of evidence, due process standards, and rules governing arrest and search and seizure are examined. Students also consider institutional responsibilities, process, and procedures of the U.S. justice system within a multicultural society.

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Students examine the evolution of American law enforcement including federal, state, and local systems of policing. Police selection, hiring and training requirements, demands of the job, leadership and ethics, contemporary policing strategies, community policing, diversity in law enforcement, and the role of discretion are examined. Students also analyze police-community relations, institutional accountability, and the challenges and trends of administering justice in a pluralistic society.

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Students analyze principles, procedures, and ethical considerations in the investigation of crime, the investigative process, crime scene searches, interview and interrogation strategies, and rules of evidence. Students also examine sources of information, crime scene management, Modus Operandi, documentation methods, and investigative techniques and challenges related to person and property crimes.

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Students examine the history, development, and structure of the U.S. Juvenile Justice System. Theories of juvenile delinquency, the function and jurisdiction of juvenile justice agencies, common juvenile statutes, and juvenile court procedures are explored. Particular emphasis on the role of law enforcement, probation, schools, resources, and parents/guardians to address juvenile delinquency are considered, as well as the rights of juveniles, constitutional cases, and juvenile victimization.

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Students examine the history, theory, and practice of the correctional system in America with critical analysis of adult and juvenile correctional institutions, punishment, and community-based corrections. Emphasis is placed on the correctional process, human rights, constitutional protections, effects of institutionalization, cost, and overcrowding. Ethnicity, gender, and aging populations are also explored.

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This course introduces the student to an overview of the field of social and cultural anthropology. Topics include the development of the field of anthropology, the concept of culture, language and communication, subsistence patterns and economic systems. Other topics covered are sex and marriage, family, kinship and descent, political systems, belief systems, the expressive culture and the challenge of globalization.

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This course is an introduction to the historical development, theory and techniques of archaeological research and fieldwork. A comparative approach to study the development of ancient cultures will be utilized. The course will also focus on cultural resource management, survey and selection of field sites, dating, excavation, artifact classification, interpretation of data and written analysis. Some field work will be required.

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This course is an introduction to the theories and applications of two-dimensional form in visual art and design. The students will use a variety of media, tools and techniques in studying the elements and principles of design, which includes the study of line, shape, volume, value, color, texture, pattern, illusion of spatial depth, balance, unity and variety, and scale. The course emphasizes the development of visual vocabulary for creative expression through lecture presentation, studio projects, problem solving and written assignment.

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This course is an introduction to the theories and applications of design in three-dimensional form in space. Students study the elements and principles of design using a variety of tools, techniques, and mediums which may include wire, cardboard, clay (non-firing), wood, plaster, and other materials at the instructor's discretion, in a studio lab setting. Concepts are introduced and clarified through instructor's lectures and demonstrations. Three-dimensional design is a core foundational course required in many art majors. Field trips may be included.

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Students are introduced to the fundamental elements and compositional principles of drawing. Lecture and studio practice will emphasize a variety of media, tools and techniques in studying the elements and principles of drawing, including line, shape, value, perspective, proportion, balance and unity.

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This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts, practices, and theories of graphic design. Students will be exposed to visual thinking and the design process. Students will practice professional graphic design techniques and principles from initial conception to final execution. Topics include integration of the principles of design, color, and composition utilizing computers.

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This course is an introduction to sculptural processes. Various sculptural materials will be explored, such as clay (non-firing), plaster, wood, stone, silicone, beeswax, and metal. A survey of sculptural form, both historic and contemporary, parallels individual student work. Emphasis is on craftsmanship and technique, visual investigation, and idea development.

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This is a studio/lecture course in sculptural processes that furthers the techniques and concepts learned in ART 042. Increased skill in various sculptural materials is emphasized with the goal for students to employ sculpture as a means of personal expression, developing an individual visual vocabulary. Formats and concepts of sculpture in contemporary society will be examined. Field trips may be required.

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In this course, students will draw from the live human figure. Fundamentals of life drawing will be covered, including drawing shape, volume, mass, proportion, sub-structure, foreshortening and the basics of human anatomy. Techniques include contour, gesture, surface modeling, hatching, cross-hatching and tonal shading using a variety of drawing media.

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This course is a continuation of drawing the human figure, with emphasis on the development of skills to achieve naturalism in the human form. Students will work in a variety of media and techniques in order to develop a varied system of mark-making that will convey expression in the human figure in addition to accurate anatomy and proportion.

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This is an introductory studio course in acrylic and/or oil painting media. Students will explore a variety of methods of approach, learn various techniques, test the effects of different color schemes, become familiar with tools and materials of the craft, and develop skills related to the elements and principles of painting through illustrated lectures, demonstrations, and studio practice.

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Painting II continues the skill development of acrylic and/or oil painting with emphasis on representational imagery. Students will work from still lifes, landscapes, portraits, and other subjects to study how light and shadow, color, texture, atmospheric conditions, spatial depth, and other compositional elements can be applied to render what they see in a naturalistic manner. Historical and contemporary methods of paint application will be explored.

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ART 060D emphasizes the development of artistic expression in acrylic and/or oil painting resulting in a self-directed body of work.

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This course is an introduction to painting with watercolor. Students will work with various techniques, including wet into wet, wet on dry, glazing and masking. Topics include materials and best practices, color theory, and historical and contemporary approaches to watercolor painting.

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This course expands the knowledge and techniques gained in ART 062A, emphasizing the development of themes and approaches in watercolor painting. Students will continue their study of representational painting, and will be introduced to conceptual topics exploring personal aesthetic choices.

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This course is an introduction to techniques and processes for the production of small metal sculpture and jewelry metal arts in non-ferrous and precious metals. This course includes an examination of the history and contemporary practices of small metal arts and jewelry with a global cultural perspective.

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This course focuses on the development of an effective portfolio in the student's area of concentration. The emphasis will be on researching the student's chosen field of art or design, creating a portfolio that showcases the student's unique styles and strengths, and identifying areas that need further development.

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This is an introductory course to the appreciation of the visual arts drawn from a wide variety of media, cultures and time periods. Students will learn to analyze art forms in regards to the elements and principles of art, and will be introduced to various technical procedures and materials, allowing students to make connections regarding these formal attributes and the work's content or meaning. The function and communication of visual arts within societal contexts will also be examined.

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This course is an illustrated survey of Western Art History from the Prehistoric through the Gothic periods. Course content emphasizes painting, sculpture, and architecture from important centers of Western culture, and how art reflects historical, social, political, and religious attitudes of the time. Presentation of the material is through lecture with projected images. Comparative analysis of styles and artists with critical evaluation of aesthetics will be included. Topics include Prehistoric, Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Early Christian, Romanesque, Byzantine, Medieval, and Gothic Art.

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This course is an illustrated survey of Western Art History from the Renaissance through the present. Course content emphasizes painting, sculpture, and architecture from the most important centers of culture, and how art reflects historical, social, political, and religious attitudes of the time. Presentation of the material is through lecture with projected images. Comparative analysis of styles and artists with critical evaluation of aesthetics will be included. Topics include Early to High Renaissance, Mannerism, Baroque, Rococo, Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, Post Impressionism, Fauvism, Cubism, Abstract Expressionism and Post-Modernism.

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This illustrated history of Modern Art will explore a wide range of artworks, including painting, sculpture, design, architecture, and photography, from the 19th and 20th centuries. Major schools of Western artistic expression to be explored include: Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, Nabis, Symbolism, Expressionism, Cubism, Dada, Modernism, Social Realism, Abstract Expressionism, Op, Pop, New Realism, Surrealism, Futurism, Constructivism, and Feminism. Students will learn to evaluate art critically and will gain an understanding of how works of art serve to reflect the social, political, and philosophical ideas of the time. Field trips may be required.

108547

This is an introductory science course for non-science majors covering topics of modern Astronomy. It highlights pivotal aspects in the history of Astronomy such as its distinction and further separation from Astrology. It lists the physical processes governing the origins of a star system and indicates the causes of the apparent motion of sky objects and cyclic sky events. The sources of periodical astronomical events such as phases of the moon, solar and lunar eclipses, meteor showers, and seasons are identified and related via the fundamental laws of physics. The astronomical tools of photometry and spectroscopy are introduced for their indispensable role in analysis towards the detection of planets around other stars, the investigation of dark matter and dark energy, and the ongoing search for extraterrestrial life. Additional topics include the origins of galaxies, large scale structure, and a full description of the Big Bang theory.

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This is an introductory laboratory course in Astronomy designed for non-science majors. It incorporates substantial number of contact hours at the Montgomery Hill Observatory, making use of the state of the art telescopes, CCD cameras, and various adapters for cell phones. Students will identify constellations and asterisms, measure the apparent motion of planets and stars, and investigate the geology of terrestrial objects throughout the solar system. A series of lab exercises will demonstrate main behaviors of light and its interaction with matter. This course will cover the different stages of stellar evolution, making use of computer simulations to illustrate changes in size and energy output of stars, as they age. Course work will conclude with explorations on large scale structures such as galaxies, clusters of galaxies, and the expanding Universe.

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This sports conditioning course is designed for the competitive athletes. The class involves Components of Fitness, Sports Conditioning, Training Protocols and Nutritional information for pre and post season.

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This is a physical education soccer activities course with an emphasis on intercollegiate competition in team sports. The course involves physical conditioning, skill development, team work development, development of competition strategies, and intercollegiate league play.

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This is a physical education soccer activities course with an emphasis on intercollegiate competition in team sports. The course involves physical conditioning, skill development, team work development, development of competition strategies, and intercollegiate league play.

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This course will introduce students to the automotive industry and provide a basic overview of the eight areas of certification as specified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). The course will examine the purpose, function, and operation of the major systems common to most automobiles. In addition, students will learn methodologies for inspecting and providing basic maintenance common to most vehicles. Students will work with the tools and equipment used for inspection, maintenance, repair, and diagnostic work.

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This course will prepare students for entry level employment in the automotive field as a first-level maintenance technician. The course will also introduce students to the Express Service training that the American Honda Program provides. Each student is assigned various vehicles and performs routine maintenance, inspection, and basic performance testing tasks that are commonly performed at automobile dealerships. In addition to gaining hands-on experience, successful students will build teamwork and cooperative skills, improve their time management practices, and develop sound workmanship values.

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This course will cover, in both theory and practice, the proper diagnosis and repair of automobile steering and suspension systems. Students will learn to use computerized four wheel alignment equipment to diagnose and adjust vehicle alignment angles. Focus will be on adherence to proper service manual procedures, and a sequential process of vehicle repair.

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This course is a study of mechanical and hydraulic brake components and systems. Emphasis will be on system operation, adjustment, testing, replacement, and repair procedures. Drum, disc, power assist, and ABS brake systems will also be studied.

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This course is part of the Automotive Basic Skills track emphasizing engine systems relevant to performance and driveability. Classroom theory, engine analyzers and test equipment will be utilized to diagnose modern automobile engine systems. Engine diagnostic strategies will be performed in the lab as they would be in industry. In addition to gaining hands-on experience, successful students will build teamwork and cooperative skills, improve their time management practices, and develop sound workmanship values.

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This is an advanced automotive electrical course stressing diagram-based diagnostic methods. Students will design and build functioning circuits and systems, as well as compute and measure all aspects of performance. Students will learn to diagnose and repair a wide variety of circuit, system, and component faults in general electrical, starting, charging, lighting, instrumentation, accessory, climate control, audio, navigation, and SRS systems. Analytical skills and use of specialized test equipment will be stressed to provide students with excellent and highly marketable diagnostic abilities.

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This course explores the application of electronic components and systems within a modern vehicle. Students will learn basic semiconductor theory, and operation and testing of a wide variety of input and output devices. Multiplex (vehicle intranet) systems, serial communications, and diagnostic practices will also be covered.

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This course allows automotive students to complete Honda Individualized-Skills-Training. This course includes "hands-on" skill modules covering General and Express-Service. Students will also practice Honda Express-Service choreography.

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Occupational Work Experience is designed for students who work or volunteer in a field related to their career major. Students are required to provide evidence that they are enrolled in an automotive technology course(s). Students can earn one unit of credit for each 60 hours of unpaid volunteer time or 75 hours of paid work during the semester. Students can repeat Occupational Work Experience, combined with General Work Experience, or alone, up to a maximum of 16 units. Internship/job placement is not guaranteed.

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This course introduces students and entry level automotive technicians to the automotive electrical system. The course covers DC electrical theory, magnetism, Ohm's law, series and parallel circuits, passive components, and system dynamics. Students learn to calculate and measure voltage, resistance and current in theoretical and live circuits, build and test working models of typical automotive electrical systems using table top components and industry specific simulators, and practice diagnosis and repair procedures on a variety of vehicles. Students will also develop an understanding of modern electrical test equipment, such as DMMs, GDMMs, and DSO's, and industry standard troubleshooting and repair procedures. This course will prepare students for the ASE A6, Automotive Electrical Systems, certification examination.

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This is an intermediate level course that covers engine theory and repair procedures found in the latest NATEF engine repair task list. The students will disassemble, measure, and reassemble an engine(s) according to manufacturer-specific service instructions. Engine support systems for cooling and lubrication are discussed This course prepares students to take the National Automotive Service Excellence ASE "Engine Repair, A1" test.

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This intermediate level course will introduce students to the service and repair procedures of drive-train systems, brakes, clutches, steering, suspension, alignment, and related measurement practices. Auto 172 is designed to prepare students for the chassis drive-train track and stresses inspection and routine maintenance services of under-car systems such as CV axles, brake friction components, universal joints, clutch systems, and transmissions. Satisfactory completion of this course is required for all Automotive degree options.

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This course will examine a variety of alternative fuels and propulsion systems used in modern automotive vehicles. The advantages and limitations of alternative fuels used in internal combustion engines (ICE) will be discussed. The topics on alternative propulsion systems will include the basic theory of operation, construction, and safety. The unique dangers surrounding alternative fuel and propulsion vehicles will be explored, and how to minimize the risks. This course will also cover what is needed to operate safely and effectively around these vehicles.

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This is an advanced course that provides an in-depth study of the technology, maintenance, and repair of hybrid, plug-in, and all electric light duty passenger vehicles. Basic diagnostic, repair, and maintenance procedures of the unique systems associated with hybrid and electric vehicles will be discussed and practiced. Special tools and diagnostic equipment will be used during the laboratory exercises.

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This course addresses the technology of driver-assist systems used in modern vehicles to help a vehicle driver avoid collisions and assist in driving maneuvers with limited visibility and reaction time. The student will be presented with various technologies and the skills needed to calibrate these systems if they are replaced due to component failure or following collision repairs.

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This course will cover the fundamentals of Autodesk Revit Architecture in a lecture/lab format with hands-on learning. Students will learn how to: set up a new building information model; create a basic floor plan; work with basic architectural elements (walls, doors, windows, floors, ceilings, roofs, curtain walls, stairs and railings); create sections, elevations and callouts views; add annotations including dimensions, text, tags, schedules and legends; and share designs by working in teams, creating architectural visualization renderings and plotting finished drawings. Students are also introduced to the basics of creating simple families.

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This course is focused specifically on providing an immediate to advanced level of training on Revit Architecture. The skills learned during this class are for experienced Revit users and are designed to help experienced users take the next step in advancing their current knowledge of Revit Architecture. Students will learn to create architectural visualization renderings, use filters, section boxes, design options and phasing to present various display ideas and solutions. They will also create advanced families, develop advanced schedules using project and shared parameters and conceptual massing.

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This is the first course in a two term majors-sequence for students preparing for careers in the sciences, science education, or medicine. This lecture and laboratory course emphasizes the nature of science and the scientific method, and fundamental principles and theories in biology at the molecular and cellular level. Topics will include biological chemistry, cell structure and function, bioenergetics, respiration, photosynthesis, cell reproduction, cell communication and regulation, genetics, microevolution, and laboratory techniques and experience. Field trips may be required.

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Biology 004B is the second course in a two semester majors-level sequence for students preparing for careers in the sciences, science education, or medicine. This lecture and laboratory course emphasizes the form and function, evolution, and biodiversity of unicellular and multicellular organisms. Topics include protists, fungi, plants, and animals including the phylogenetic relationships among major taxa, macroevolution and Earth history, ecology, and adaptation. Science, the scientific method, and laboratory techniques are also covered. Field trips may be required.

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This course introduces students to biology using humans as the exemplary organism. It covers the scientific method, biological chemistry and molecules, cell structure, evolution and the biological relationship of humans to all organisms, common human pathogens, human organ systems, human genetics and biotechnology, and the effect of human interactions with the environment. The course is intended for non-science majors.

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This is an introductory biology course for non-science majors. The course covers the general principles and basic concepts of biology including the characteristics and classification of living systems, cells, metabolism, development, health, reproduction, genetics, evolution and ecology. This course may be a prerequisite, but it is not designed to fulfill requirements of the biology or pre-professional majors.

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This lecture-only science course is intended for those who have a general interest in the application of biological concepts to forensic science. Students will examine case studies involving crimes to demonstrate how the principles of science are used to analyze physical evidence. Scientific method, mathematical computations, and fundamental principles of physics, chemistry and biology will be applied to various forms of evidence to derive information about a crime scene.

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This course discusses the importance of human heredity in our lives. Students will study the rapidly changing areas of human heredity including patterns of inheritance, specific genetic disorders, recombinant DNA and other genetic-based biotechnologies, the role of genetic counseling and genetic tests, reproductive therapies, and bioethics. This is a CSU/UC transferable general education life science course suitable for non-majors.

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Students are introduced to the world of plants and their ecological importance to humans. Topics include the impact of plants on development of civilizations; the need for conservation; and the role of plants in the total environment. Class meetings may be held at alternative off campus sites.

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This course introduces students to the science of ecology, the branch of biology that studies the abundance and distribution of plants and animals and their interrelationships with the environment. Topics covered include the intersection of evolution and ecology, population biology, community organization, ecosystem function, biodiversity, preservation and conservation, and human ecology.

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BIOL-64 is a lecture and laboratory course introducing students to the study of marine life. The course will cover physical and biological aspects of life in the sea including marine geology, physical oceanography, marine ecology, a comparative study of major marine taxa, and human exploitation and oceanic history. Special topics and required field trips to local marine habitats are an integral part of the course.

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A General Biology course designed for non-science majors and carrying elective science transfer credit. Emphasis is on wildlife, and its relationship to ecological succession and conservation, energy, mass, and to ecological crises resulting from human exploitation and the explosion in human population. Field trips may be required.

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This course covers the structure of the human body including identifying parts, understanding interrelationships, and making clinical applications. Laboratory activity includes the study of models, dissection of a human cadaver and other selected mammalian organs, and use of the microscope to study different cell types and major tissue types. This course is primarily intended for nursing, OT, PT, RT, Chiropractic, and other health-related majors.

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Students are introduced to cellular physiology and metabolism. Students study the physiological processes of the human body systems including nervous, endocrine, muscular, urinary, respiratory, sensory, digestive, cardiovascular and reproductive. Other topics include disease and the loss of homeostasis in the body. This course is designed for college degrees in nursing, physical and occupational therapy, and certain science and preprofessional majors.

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General Microbiology covers the structure and activities of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, protozoa, fungi, helminths, and algae. This course also covers principles of microbial control, metabolism, environmental microorganism genetics, genetic engineering, disease, modes of infection, and immunity. Emphasis is on aseptic laboratory technique, and the application of microbiology to human welfare.

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Students will review and apply Business English skills for business letter writing. Grammar, word and number usage, punctuation, vocabulary, spelling and other mechanics will be covered. The Internet and technological forms of communication used today will be reviewed.

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Students will learn to create and format business documents such as letters, memos, tables, reports, and employment documents. Standard industry requirements will be covered and emphasized. Students will learn how to produce documents that mirror or meet industry requirements. Speed and accuracy will be emphasized. Students will be able to produce an error-free document at the end of the course.

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This course teaches skills that are required in the healthcare office environment such as appointment scheduling, processing medical forms, transcription of medical documents, and handling patients. Students will work with an Electronic Health Records software application such as EPIC.

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The medical professions, healthcare settings, and medical forms and documents will be reviewed. Emphasis will be placed on mastering medical terms, abbreviations, spelling rules for component parts, body systems, combining forms, prefixes, and suffixes. Students will learn to use medical terms correctly in medical forms and documents. Students will also learn how to handle patient confidentiality in healthcare offices.

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Communications in the business world today will be emphasized--the process, development, and presentation (both written and oral) and how communication is executed. Students will learn to plan, develop, compose, and edit a variety of documents. Social media tools and guidelines for communicating (blogs, Internet forum, media sharing, social networking, virtual reality, etc.) will be discussed. Current letter styles, reports and effective business correspondence will be reviewed. Students will learn about the trends and changes in words and expressions used frequently in the workplace.

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Introductory and advanced Excel topics will be covered in this course, including formulas, functions, formatting, themes, cell styles, charts, diagrams and general management of worksheets. Advanced topics include conditional formatting, tables, financial functions, lookup functions, what-if analysis, pivot tables/charts, summarization and consolidation of data.

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Students will use Microsoft Word to prepare documents by learning Word functions. Word commands will be shown using the ribbon and backstage view to produce professional-looking documents for the workplace, school and personal communication. Application terminology and procedures will be taught in depth.

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Students will gain practical experience in creating business documents using the current version of the Microsoft Office applications. Students will learn to create, format and integrate Word and Excel documents, Access databases and PowerPoint presentations.

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This course will expound on the importance of human relations. Customer service will also be covered. In addition, attitude, good work habits, time management, ethics, personality styles, management styles, teamwork, leadership, diversity will be discussed. A hands-on approach will be used to demonstrate how employees can use soft skills effectively in the workplace and in personal situations.

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Occupational Work Experience is designed for students who work or volunteer in a field related to their career major. Students are required to provide evidence that they are enrolled in a career program (e.g., education plan or coursework in a career/occupational subject area). Students can earn one unit of credit for each 60 hours of unpaid volunteer time or 75 hours of paid work during the semester. Students can repeat Career/Occupational Work Experience, combined with General Work Experience, or alone, up to a maximum of 16 units. Internship/job placement is not guaranteed.

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Students will be introduced to the billing process used in the medical offices today. Health insurance information will be covered. Students will learn to complete common medical insurance forms using a computer-based program. The medical billing career will be discussed. The claims process will be emphasized.

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Students will learn step-by-step coding used in the medical field. The use of the CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) and ICD-10 (International Classification of Diseases) manuals will be covered. All codes used in the billing process in the medical environment will be covered. Students can use this course to help them prepare for the medical coding certification exam.

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This course explores the complex process of entrepreneurship from identifying a viable business idea, to creating a successful start-up, including planning for growth and continuing innovation, as well as avoiding pitfalls while launching an idea into a business. This course provides a good introduction for individuals seeking to create and manage a start-up business.

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Students will study the principles of entrepreneurship, and focus on the entrepreneurial process, opportunity recognition, entry strategies, market opportunities, the development of a successful business plan, and making financial projections. The material is presented through methodologies of lecture, discussion, current events, Internet research, case studies, and computerized assignments.

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This course introduces statistics with an emphasis on business applications. Students will learn how to collect, analyze, interpret, and present numerical data for the purpose of making more effective decisions. Topics include: collection and presentation of data, measures of central value and spread, probability, sampling and the sampling distribution of the sample average, estimation via confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and regression and correlation. This course requires the use of quantitative skills acquired in intermediate algebra and finite math.

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Students study laws and regulations affecting business decisions including legal concepts and cases in the areas of ethics, business torts, contracts, consumer and merchant sales, competition, environment, agency, employment and business organizations.

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Students are introduced to the business functions and practices as they have developed over time in the U.S. Students will be introduced to topics such as organizational structure and behavior, management, marketing, finance and accounting, operations and information systems, and ethical responsibilities of corporations. Special emphasis will be placed on the emergence of global business, its impact and the significance of small businesses.

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Occupational Work Experience is designed for students who work or volunteer in a field related to their career major. Students are required to provide evidence that they are enrolled in a career program (e.g., education plan or coursework in a career/occupational subject area). Students can earn one unit of credit for each 60 hours of unpaid volunteer time or 75 hours of paid work during the semester. Students can repeat Career/Occupational Work Experience, combined with General Work Experience, or alone, up to a maximum of 16 units. Internship/job placement is not guaranteed.

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This course is a Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) course in which the students will learn the fundamentals of using AutoCAD® software. The students will learn basic CADD techniques that are used to draw and edit drawing entities; manipulate screen displays; write text; lay out drawings; print and plot drawings; apply dimensions; and manage drawing files. An introduction to computer use will be included in this course and previous knowledge of computers or computer programming is not required.

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Inventor is a feature-based, solid modeling tool intended for people who want to create and develop mechanical designs in a 3-D environment. This course is a computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) course wherein the students will learn the fundamentals of Autodesk Inventor software.

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Creo Parametric is an integrated CADD package of advanced 3D modeling tools and 2D drafting/drawing capabilities that help conceptualize, design, and document mechanical products. This course is a basic computer aided drafting and design (CADD) course where the students will use Creo Parametric software.

108818

Solidworks is a feature-based, solid modeling tool intended for people who want to create and develop mechanical designs in a 3-D environment. This course is a computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) course wherein the students will learn the fundamentals of Solidworks software.

108819

This is the first course in general chemistry with lab, for science and pre-professional majors. It covers basic chemical principles: nomenclature, atomic structure, quantum theory, molecular structure and bonding, periodic properties, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, states of matter, gas laws, solutions, oxidation-reductions, and molecular equilibrium. The role that chemistry plays in everyday life, industry, and human welfare is emphasized.

107898

107899

107900

107901

This course is the second semester of a one-year college level general chemistry sequence. The content includes thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, electrochemistry, coordination compounds, nuclear chemistry, and organic chemistry. The laboratory emphasizes qualitative and quantitative analyses of inorganic compounds and introduces electronic instrumentation. The course is required for students majoring in physical and biological sciences and pre-professional majors such as pre-medicine and dentistry. The course also completes the basic chemistry requirements for students majoring in chemical and materials engineering.

107904