This course covers the fundamentals of modern inorganic chemistry with emphasis on atomic structure, chemical bonding, chemical formulas, nomenclature, equations, stoichiometry, gas laws, solutions and related topics. It is intended primarily as a preparation for the Chemistry 001A and 001B sequence. The central nature of chemistry among other branches of science is stressed, and examples of the important role that chemistry plays in our lives are presented.

This course surveys effective study skills and methods by contrasting ineffective study habits with techniques that maximize learning and memory. Emphasis is on promoting healthy changes in lifestyle that manage stress, improve health and overall well-being. Techniques to change behavior such as setting goals, managing time, increasing concentration, and controlling procrastination are practiced. Lecture topics include effective listening and note-taking skills, textbook reading, marking and vocabulary systems, memory strategies, and research paper methods using library resources. This course orients students to transition to college course expectations and procedures.

This is the first course in a transfer level sequence designed to equip students with the skills necessary for writing college level compositions. The course emphasizes expository writing, critical reading, and research techniques. Students are required to produce a series of academic essays including a documented research paper in conventional format. Analysis of readings and the practice of writing processes create the bases for student essays.

Students will learn and use critical thinking, analytical reading, and writing skills needed for success in transfer level composition, including paraphrasing, summarizing, development of complex content, revision, sentence techniques, research, evaluation, synthesis, and documentation of sources.

This course is an introduction to the study of statistics. Students will learn methods of collecting data, displaying data, descriptive statistics with emphasis on understanding variation, empirical probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions, confidence intervals and sample size, hypothesis testing, testing the difference between two independent population parameters, matched pairs analysis, one-way analysis of variance, chi-square tests, correlation and simple linear regression.

Students are taught the skills of speechmaking. Students focus on the following basic elements: rhetorical theory, researching, organizing and outlining a topic, analyzing an audience, effective use of language, ethics, effective presentation aids, critical listening, credibility, and physical delivery. Students will be required to attend speech activities outside of the classroom environment.

This course provides students with an understanding of how to support intelligent decision making by using reasoned discourse. This course will covers instruction in logical analysis of modern controversies, the formulation of propositions for argument, construction of arguments, and application through discussion and debate. This course emphasizes the importance of competent advocacy in a free society.

Students study communication and decision making within the group context. Concepts such as group interaction; leadership, status and power; conflict and cohesiveness; rules and roles; verbal and nonverbal messages and problem-solving will be investigated.

This is the first course in a transfer level sequence designed to equip students with the skills necessary for writing college level compositions. The course emphasizes expository writing, critical reading, and research techniques. Students are required to produce a series of academic essays including a documented research paper in conventional format. Analysis of readings and the practice of writing processes create the bases for student essays.

This is a second semester college composition course, emphasizing expository and argumentative writing directed toward an analysis of ideas and concepts from a wide variety of literature; this includes discussion of fiction, drama, poetry, the essay, and other expository prose-- stressing critical reading in these genres. All English 001B students will take a Department Final which will be holistically scored by at least two faculty members and will represent 20% of their course grade.

This course examines how Asian American experiences, cultures, and intellectual traditions are shaped by ideological constructions of race in the U.S. Ethnic Studies concepts and theories will be applied to describe critical events in history, as well as experiences Asian Americans share with other racialized communities in the U.S. This includes a focus on topics ranging from self-determination to anti-racism in a move toward building a just and equitable society.

This course is an introduction to the study of statistics. Students will learn methods of collecting data, displaying data, descriptive statistics with emphasis on understanding variation, empirical probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions, confidence intervals and sample size, hypothesis testing, testing the difference between two independent population parameters, matched pairs analysis, one-way analysis of variance, chi-square tests, correlation and simple linear regression.

This behavioral science course is a basic introduction to the scientific study of the psychological, biological, and environmental influences on behavior. It is a survey of traditional and contemporary theories and attitudes about perception, consciousness, cognition, learning, memory, thinking, human development, intelligence, emotions, motivation, personality, stress/adaptation, abnormal behavior/ treatment, and the social world. It is designed to give insight into oneself and others.

This course introduces students to the study of human heredity including the cellular basis of heredity, gene expression and Mendelian & non-Mendelian patterns of inheritance. The course also covers the nature of selected genetic disorders, genetic screening and testing, bioethics, the role of genetic counseling, and biotechnology including recombinant DNA techniques, assisted reproductive technologies, the human genome project, and bioinformatics.

This course assists students with career/major selection. Students will identify personal interests, abilities, goals, values, and lifestyle preferences. Students will examine career trends and opportunities, employment outlook and the nature of today's workplace. Students will learn about personal and professional planning as it relates to careers through job search techniques, resume writing, interviewing, career building and realistic decision making.

This is the first course in a transfer level sequence designed to equip students with the skills necessary for writing college level compositions. The course emphasizes expository writing, critical reading, and research techniques. Students are required to produce a series of academic essays including a documented research paper in conventional format. Analysis of readings and the practice of writing processes create the bases for student essays.

This is a second semester college composition course, emphasizing expository and argumentative writing directed toward an analysis of ideas and concepts from a wide variety of literature; this includes discussion of fiction, drama, poetry, the essay, and other expository prose-- stressing critical reading in these genres. All English 001B students will take a Department Final which will be holistically scored by at least two faculty members and will represent 20% of their course grade.

This course presents the elements of critical reasoning and logic. Students will learn to identify the basic structures of arguments and the ways people use language to fortify or to falsify arguments. Students will analyze and demonstrate these techniques by writing and critiquing essays and using research strategies. This course is specifically designed to meet the IGETC critical thinking requirement.

Students will learn and use critical thinking, analytical reading, and writing skills needed for success in transfer level composition, including paraphrasing, summarizing, development of complex content, revision, sentence techniques, research, evaluation, synthesis, and documentation of sources.

This is an interdisciplinary course in which students examine the interaction between human societies and the environment. Students will study important physical and biological properties necessary for life on Earth. They will explore major issues that are bound to affect the future of humans on our planet including population growth, resource exploitation, pollution, climate change, and the loss of biodiversity. Students will also consider environmental policies and the prospects for a sustainable future. Field trips may be required. ENVIR-010 meets general education requirements for science with a lab and can be counted as either a life science or as a physical science course.

This course is designed to prepare students for the level of algebra required in calculus. Topics will include basic algebraic concepts, complex numbers, equations and inequalities, graphs of functions, system of equations and inequalities, linear and quadratic functions, polynomial functions of higher degree, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions, matrices and determinants. Students may not receive credit for both Math 021 and Math 025.

This course is an introduction to the study of statistics. Students will learn methods of collecting data, displaying data, descriptive statistics with emphasis on understanding variation, empirical probability, probability distributions, sampling distributions, confidence intervals and sample size, hypothesis testing, testing the difference between two independent population parameters, matched pairs analysis, one-way analysis of variance, chi-square tests, correlation and simple linear regression.

This course covers the underlying arithmetic and algebra skills and concepts that are needed for success in MATH 063 (Elementary Statistics). This course is intended for students who are concurrently enrolled in MATH 063.