Summer 2023 Low Textbook Cost Courses

Last Update: 06/02/2023 4:31 PM

Reg ID	Sec	Type	Days	Time	Date	Room	Instructor
BIOL 021 - General Biology
*Grading:* L \| Advisory Level — Read: 3 \| Write: 3 \| Math: 2
Transfer Status: CSU/UC \| Degree Applicable: AA/AS
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 is not open to biology or related pre-professional majors.
117329	101	Lab	MTWTH	09:00 AM—11:05 AM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	S134	Schriber, Jennifer
	101	Hybrid			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Schriber, Jennifer
This is a hybrid class with scheduled meetings in person on campus at the times listed and additional learning done independently online. Students will use the college's learning management system, Canvas, for coursework. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.
119637	103	Lab	MTWTH	12:05 PM—02:10 PM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	S134	Schriber, Jennifer
	103	Hybrid			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Schriber, Jennifer
This is a hybrid class with scheduled meetings in person on campus at the times listed and additional learning done independently online. Students will use the college's learning management system, Canvas, for coursework. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.

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ENGL 001A - English Composition
*Grading:* L \| Advisory Level — Read: 0 \| Write: 0 \| Math:
Prerequisite: Continuing students must complete ((ENGL 104 or ENGL 092) and (ENGL 102 or READ 101)) or ESL 091; all with C or better. New students will be placed based on the results of assessment.
Transfer Status: CSU/UC \| Degree Applicable: AA/AS
English 001A is the first course in a transfer level sequence (English 001A, 001B) 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. All English 001A 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.
117237	103	Lec	MW	09:15 AM—11:20 AM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	GE115	Alkire, Scott
	103	Hybrid			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Alkire, Scott
This is a hybrid class with scheduled meetings in person on campus at the times listed and additional learning done independently online. Students will use the college's learning management system, Canvas, for coursework. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.

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ENGL 001C - Critical Thinking/Composition
*Grading:* L \| Advisory Level — Read: 0 \| Write: 0 \| Math:
Prerequisite: ENGL 001A with C or better
Transfer Status: CSU/UC \| Degree Applicable: AA/AS
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.
117243	104	Online			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Inguito, Kevin
This is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. Students will use the college's learning management system, Canvas, for coursework. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.

Reg ID	Sec	Type	Days	Time	Date	Room	Instructor
ENGL 071A - Fund Creative Writing/Poetry
117245	101	Lec	TTH	11:00 AM—12:50 PM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	GE115	Maughn, James
	101	Lec	TTH	11:00 AM—12:50 PM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	GE115	Breheny, Jessica
	101	Hybrid			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Maughn, James
	101	Hybrid			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Breheny, Jessica
This is a hybrid class with scheduled meetings in person on campus at the times listed and additional learning done independently online. Students will use the college's learning management system, Canvas, for coursework. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.

Reg ID	Sec	Type	Days	Time	Date	Room	Instructor
ENGL 071B - Fund Creative Writing/Fiction
117246	101	Lec	TTH	11:00 AM—12:50 PM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	GE115	Breheny, Jessica
	101	Lec	TTH	11:00 AM—12:50 PM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	GE115	Maughn, James
	101	Hybrid			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Maughn, James
	101	Hybrid			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Breheny, Jessica
This is a hybrid class with scheduled meetings in person on campus at the times listed and additional learning done independently online. Students will use the college's learning management system, Canvas, for coursework. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.

Reg ID	Sec	Type	Days	Time	Date	Room	Instructor
ENGL 071C - Fund Creative Writing /Drama
117247	101	Lec	TTH	11:00 AM—12:50 PM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	GE115	Maughn, James
	101	Lec	TTH	11:00 AM—12:50 PM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	GE115	Breheny, Jessica
	101	Hybrid			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Breheny, Jessica
	101	Hybrid			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Maughn, James
This is a hybrid class with scheduled meetings in person on campus at the times listed and additional learning done independently online. Students will use the college's learning management system, Canvas, for coursework. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.

Reg ID	Sec	Type	Days	Time	Date	Room	Instructor
ENGR 003 - Introduction to Engineering
117340	101	Lec	MTWTH	09:00 AM—10:15 AM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	S213	Nguyen, Tan
	101	Lab	MTWTH	10:25 AM—12:30 PM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	S213	Nguyen, Tan
This is a traditional on-campus class with meetings at the times listed. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.

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ESL 312 - Introduction to the Essay
*Grading:* K \| Advisory Level — Read: \| Write: \| Math:
Prerequisite: ESL 322 and ESL 323 and ESL 324, all with P grade or placement based on assessment.
Corequisite: ESL 312L
Transfer Status: None \| Degree Applicable: NAA
Students read and write compositions of multiple paragraphs and short essays on academic topics to acquire grammar, writing, and vocabulary skills for college-level academic work. Concurrent enrollment in ESL 312L is required for computer-assisted grammar and writing practice with lab assistance. ESL 312 is a high-intermediate writing course for non-native speakers of English three levels below English 1A.
117417	101	Lec	MTWTH	06:15 PM—08:50 PM	06/20/23— 08/10/23	GE113	McKinlay, Huimin
This is a traditional on-campus class with meetings at the times listed. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. Students who would prefer to attend this class over Zoom should enroll in section 102. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less. Course uses My English Lab & Newsela.
117421	102	Slec	MTWTH	06:15 PM—08:50 PM	06/20/23— 08/10/23	ZOOM	McKinlay, Huimin
This is a synchronous, online class with scheduled Zoom meetings at the times listed. Students will use the college's learning management system, Canvas, for coursework. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. Students who would prefer to attend this class on campus should enroll in section 101. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less. Course uses My English Lab & Newsela.

Reg ID	Sec	Type	Days	Time	Date	Room	Instructor
GUIDE 096 - Career and Life Planning
117489	101	Lec	MTWTH	01:30 PM—03:35 PM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	GE115	Garcia, Valentin
This is a traditional on-campus class with meetings at the times listed. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.
117490	102	Lec	MTWTH	01:30 PM—03:35 PM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	M203	Pang, Helen
This section is for students interested in career and life planning for careers in Allied Health. This is a traditional on-campus class with meetings at the times listed. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.
117492	103	Online			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Ngo, Tuan
This is a fully online class with no scheduled meetings. Students will use the college's learning management system, Canvas, for coursework. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.

Reg ID	Sec	Type	Days	Time	Date	Room	Instructor
JAPAN 001A - Elementary Japanese 1
117305	101	Lec	MTWTH	10:00 AM—11:30 AM	06/20/23— 07/27/23	B203	Naito, Chikako
	101	Hybrid			06/20/23— 07/27/23	CANVAS	Naito, Chikako
This is a hybrid class with scheduled meetings in person on campus at the times listed and additional learning done independently online. Students will use the college's learning management system, Canvas, for coursework. For additional class-specific requirements, please email the course instructor. This is a LTC (low textbook cost) section. If there is a required textbook, you will be able to access it online or purchase a hard copy for $40 or less.