Students will acquire the technical skills to complete the Section 608 of the Federal Clean Air Act "EPA Certification Program". They will study types of refrigerants, practical refrigerant recovery, recycling, evacuation, and recharging. Students successfully completing this course will receive the Section 608 EPA Universal Certification.  A written board approved exam will be administered within the course whereupon students who successfully pass with 72% or higher will earn the Section 608 EPA Universal Certification.

Students will learn about the complexities of interpersonal workplace relationships and communications in the judicial branch. Knowledge will be gained of successful workplace skills and abilities, such as leadership, management, individual, group, and organizational behavior.

Students will study Western art history from the Prehistoric through the Gothic periods. 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. Comparative analysis of styles with critical evaluation of aesthetics. A field trip may be required.

Students will learn the basics of Microsoft Word including: creating documents; using tables and templates to create resumes and cover letters; creating research papers, newsletters, and merged mailing labels. In addition, students will learn how to use styles, create multilevel lists and charts, and table features. This is a self-paced course.

Students learn the expert level features of Microsoft Word including: building documents from reusable content, using markup tools, creating web content, using advanced editing tools, and creating mass mailings. Students also learn about creating standardized forms, managing documents, integrating MS Word with MS PowerPoint, and modifying document components. 

Students will learn the basic features of Excel to create charts, work with built in mathematical functions, create tables, and manage large worksheets. Students will apply themes and conditional formatting to modify the style of the worksheet as well as save files under different formats. Students will create excel databases as well as sort and filter data. This is a self-paced course.

Students will use the advanced features of Microsoft Excel to create Pivot Table and Pivot Chart reports, audit worksheets, analyze and summarize data, create macros, and work with visual basic for applications. Students will also import data from other applications, use database statistics, manage workgoup collaboration, and prepare a workbook for final distribution. This is a self-paced course.

Students use the basic features of Microsoft Access to design databases. They will create database objects such as tables, queries, forms, and reports. Students will import and export data. This is a self-paced course.

Students will use advanced features of Microsoft Access. They will customize forms and reports, create macros, Pivot Tables/Charts, integrate with other applications, secure databases, and write SQL statements. Students learn to group, and perform summary calculations in reports. They will create main forms and subforms, as well as create reports and sub reports. They will learn to import and export data between Access, Excel, and Word.

Students will learn the basic features of Microsoft PowerPoint including creating new presentation, formatting, enhancing presentations with animation, video, tables, and charts. Students will also learn to create templates, review, publish, compare, combine, and protect presentations. This is a self-paced course.

Students will learn the features of Microsoft Outlook. Students will learn features of Microsoft Outlook. They will acquire skills to create and manage email, calendars, scheduling of appointments, as well as contacts, tasks and notes. This is a self-paced course.

Students will study the principles and protocols of the Internet. Students learn methods used to move data from one location to another over the Internet including TCP/IP, Internet security, routing, DHCP, DNS, and VPN.

Students will learn how to create a database, implement using SQL (Structured Query Language), and create access to the Internet. Students will study database concepts, structure, access methods, and design considerations. The class will focus on object-relational databases.

Students will learn basic computer concepts with an emphasis on both the personal computer and enterprise computing. Students cover topics including hardware, application and system software, the internet and World Wide Web, communications, e-commerce, societal issues, database management, systems analysis and design, programming, information systems, career opportunities, certifications in the computer field, and computer trends. Student get hands-on practice of introductory level skills in word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation graphics, and use of the internet. Students will be exposed to a programming language.

Students will study C, a general-purpose programming language, which features brevity of expression, modern control flow and data structures, and a rich set of operators. Students will also study C++, an object oriented programming language that is built using the C language as a base. Students will learn the importance of portability and efficiency through a variety of programming assignments. This course includes application programs and/or systems software.

Students acquire skills needed to install and upgrade Microsoft SQL database. Topics include database storage configuration, database backup and restore, data security, disaster recovery, data replication, high availability, and troubleshooting. Students apply effective data management and administration of SQL data environment.

Students interested in becoming a union construction worker are introduced to the apprenticeship programs of the North American Building Trades Unions. Students will receive an overview of the building trades and construction industry, apprenticeship programs, as well as skills in construction math, safety awareness, and proper use of basic hand tools. Field trips may be included.

Students will apply pit and fissure sealants on patients who have a prescription form signed by a licensed dentist. A written and practical board approved exam will be administered within the course whereupon students who successfully pass with a 75% or higher earn a certificate of completion in Pit and Fissure Sealants. Mandated by the Dental Board of California, this course is an extension of SJCC's RDA program and is not open to non-registered dental assisting students. All students must have a current CPR certificate.

Students are introduced to macroeconomic theory, including the principles of supply and demand, the market and banking systems. They will examine the forces affecting the national economy such as money and credit, income, employment, prices, and monetary and fiscal policies. They will study economic fluctuations including changes in aggregate demand, aggregate supply, employment, inflation, interest rates, and the international value of the dollar to output.

Students are introduced to microeconomic theory including economic behavior of individual economic units such as consumers, firms, and resource owners. They will examine the market system as a means of solving problems in the production and distribution of goods and services in a society. Students analyze the effectiveness of the price system in providing the society with an equitable distribution of goods, services, and income. They will also study microeconomic problems such as monopoly power of big business and big unions, government regulations and consumer protection, the energy crisis, taxes, and welfare.

Students will learn the skills necessary for writing college level compositions. Students learn expository writing, critical reading, and research techniques. Students will also learn to write academic essays including a documented research paper in conventional format using MLA style. English 001A is the first transfer level English course.

English 001B is a second semester college composition course. Students will study expository and argumentative writing directed toward an analysis of ideas and concepts from a wide variety of literature. Students will read fiction, drama, poetry, and essays critically reading in these genres for the purpose of writing.

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

Students will critically explore the phenomena of race and ethnicity in the history of the United States. Examining the socio-political realities of power, students analyze the processes by which racial stratification occur. Particular emphasis is placed on the socio-historical experiences of major, subordinate ethnic groups in America --African Americans, Mexican Americans, Asian Americans, and Native Americans. Students critically analyze major theoretical approaches to understanding the circumstances that have shaped present race relations in America and various Ethnic Studies paradigms.

Students will survey the social, political, economic, and cultural history of the Mexican American experience within the context of U.S. history from the pre-Columbian era to Reconstruction. Students will also critically analyze the roles and contributions that Mexican Americans have played in the development of the United States with comparisons to other groups. ETH 037A, along with ETH 037B, satisfies the District requirements in U.S. History, Constitution and American Ideals requirement.

Students will survey the social, poltical, economic, and cultural history of the Mexican American experience within the context of U.S. history from Reconstruction to the present. Students will also analyze roles and contributions that Mexican Americans have played in the development of the United States and California, and with comparisons to other groups. ETH 037B, along with ETH 037A, satisfies the District requirements in U.S. History, Constitution and American Ideals requirement.

Students are provided a broad approach to the social, constitutional, economic and political history of the U.S. with emphasis upon key events, issues and their backgrounds. HIST 001, along with POLSC 001, satisfies the District requirements in U.S. History and Constitution, and in state and local government.

This course is a survey of the history of the United States which, with History 017B, satisfies the requirement in United States History, Constitution and American Ideals. History 017A or History 017B may not be combined with History 001 to meet the requirement in United States History, Constitution and American Ideals.

Students examine the history of the United States from Reconstruction to the present. Along with History 017A, History 017B satisfies the requirement in United States History, Constitution and American Ideals. History 001 may not be combined with either History 017A or History 017B to meet the requirement in United States History, Constitution and American Ideals.

Ironworker Apprentices receive an overview of the type of construction blue prints commonly used with emphasis on function and interpretation. Apprentices will review and apply basic math skills and solve typical problems relevant to the construction trades.

Ironworker Apprentices are introduced to rigging operations such as wire rope, chains, slings, cranes, helicopters, ladders, and scaffolds. Other topics include rigging safety, knot recognition and strength identification, as well as knot application to rigging.

Ironworker Apprentices will receive knowledge and training pertaining to post-tensioning systems used in concrete construction structures.  Students will receive additional knowledge of system components, safety practices, tools and equipment.

Ironworker Apprentices are introduced to the structure of ferrous metals and their reaction to heat. They will acquire knowledge of the equipment and materials employed in the use of shielded metal-arc, gas shielded-arc, and oxy-acetylene welding.

Ironworker Apprentices continue the study of ferrous metals and their reactions to heat. They will expand their knowledge of equipment and materials employed in the use of shielded metal-arc and gas shielded-arc.

Ironworker apprentices receive safety training and education in order to work safely on construction sites. They will focus on specific OSHA standards and requirements related to ironworking such as fire protection and prevention, personal protective and lifesaving equipment, etc. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive an OSHA 30 Department of Labor card. In addition, the students will receive information regarding Construction Organizing Membership Education Training (COMET). Students must be a registered Ironworker member with a participating employer.

Ironworker Apprentices study the theory and practice of blueprint reading, structural erection procedures, and proper steel structure construction.

Ironworker Apprentices are introduced to architectural and ornamental iron working. Apprentices are provided detailed knowledge of the procedures and practices employed by the ironworker in architectural and ornamental iron working. Tools, anchors, fasteners, various layout instruments, and construction of curtain walls will also be covered.

Students will be introduced to various subdisciplines related to Kinesiology, the study of human movement. Students will examine the areas of history, sociology, biomechanics, physiology, and psychology, as they relate to the sport and exercise environment. In addition, students will explore three career pathways involving the study of human movement: teaching, research, and professional practice.

This course is designed to prepare the intercollegiate student athlete for the competitive season and reduce the risk of injury. The course includes intercollegiate-level sport-specific skills, drills, conditioning, team organization, play, and evaluation and is designed to prepare student athletes both physically and mentally for competition. It may be repeated to meet requirements for California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) eligibility.

This course is designed to prepare the intercollegiate athlete for the competitive season. Cross-training will include muscular strength and endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility. It may be repeated to meet the requirements of the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) eligibility.

Students will learn the skills of pitching, hitting, fielding, catching, base running, throwing, sliding, and team offense and defense. Softball strategies and rules and regulations of the game will also be covered.

Students are introduced to basic weight training techniques in order to develop muscular strength and fitness. Students will learn and execute various weight lifting techniques and weight resistance exercises. In addition, students will perform cardio and core workouts.

Students develop intermediate weight lifting techniques. Emphasis will be on progressive weight resistance exercises, form and technique, safety, and specialized muscle development.

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/technical 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/Technical Work Experience, combined with General Work Experience, or alone, up to a maximum of 16 units. Internship/job placement is not guaranteed.

Students utilize latest versions of MasterCAM, using computers with various operating systems, to prepare CNC Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) Milling program files from supplied drawings and models. There will be an emphasis on terminology, planning techniques, and job documentation.

Students are introduced to the study of statistics. Students will learn methods of displaying data, descriptive statistics, basic concepts of probability theory, random variables, common statistical distributions, estimates and sample size, hypothesis testing, goodness-of-fit test, contingency table analysis, tests of two independent population parameters, Chi-square, ANOVA, and regression and correlation. Students will apply basic statistical concepts to data from education, business, social sciences, and natural sciences. To aid in the analysis of data, the use of computational technology will be required.

Students are introduced to the philosophical history and disciplines of metaphysics and epistemology from Socrates to Wittgenstein. They will examine the ideas and methods of Western philosophy concerning knowledge, reality, and values. Topics include the sources and limits of knowledge and the nature of reality. Other topics that will be examined from a philosophical perspective include the nature of the self, truth, ethics, religion, science, language, beauty and art, and political theory.

Students are introduced to national, California, and local governments and politics with an emphasis on the U.S. Constitution and the national government. Students will examine the historical origins of the development of the U.S. Constitution and the philosophy and principles used by the framers in the late 18th century. POLSC 001, along with HIST 001 or HIST-009 or HIST-021 or HIST-024 satisfies the District requirements in the study of U.S. Constitution, California, and local governments.

Students are introduced to the major theories, areas of study, and methodologies of contemporary psychology and the scientific study of human behavior. Topics addressed include biological and neurological processes and structure, genetics, life span development, consciousness, sensory processes, perception, learning, memory, language and thought, intelligence, motivation and emotion, stress, personality, psychopathology, and psychotherapy.

Students are introduced to developmental psychology. Human development is traced from conception through death. Students will study the biological, cognitive, emotional, and social factors affecting development and the interaction of these factors throughout the lifespan. Social contexts that influence the course of development such as culture, socioeconomic status, and historical time and place will be examined. Developmental tasks and potential developmental crises are identified for each of the age groups.

Students will study scientific information on human sexual functioning. Topics will include current research findings related to sexual behavior, social learning of sexual roles, anatomy and physiology of sexual response, social-cultural influence pertaining to sexual behavior, sexual adjustment and maladjustment. The course will also include topics covering sexual orientations, and, legal and political aspects of sexual behavior.

Students use a sociological approach in the study of human behavior that includes a variety of perspectives. Students explore important concepts and principles in sociology, including culture, social structure, socialization, social institutions, groups, social interaction, social inequality, collective behavior, and social change in human societies.

Students explore sociological perspectives on contemporary social problems in the United States. Students examine the social processes through which issues come to be viewed as social problems and the dynamics through which groups attempt to respond to and solve these problems.

Individual or small groups of students, with previous course work in the discipline, who would benefit from independent study under the direction of faculty members in specific or related disciplines may develop individualized learning contracts designed to enhance their individual instructional programs. The students and the faculty member in consultation with the Division Dean will determine appropriate learning objectives and activities as well as the number of units to be earned.  Repeatable to a maximum of 9 units across all disciplines.