Las Positas College | Fall 2026

Course Student Learning Outcomes (CSLOs)

Administration of Justice

Division: PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health and Kinesiology)
AJ 50 Introduction to Administration of Justice

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critically analyze and discuss issues of crime and justice.
  • Define causal theories, criminal types and societal factors used to explain the nature of crime.
  • Describe the evolution of the American criminal justice system, including the history, development,structure, and function of police, courts, and corrections.
  • Articulate the scope of the crime problem in present-day America and discuss the methods, theories, and concepts associated with measuring crime.
AJ 54 Investigative Report Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Complete a report using field and interview notes.
  • Explain the process of interviewing victims and witnesses to gather complete, accurate information.
  • Identify the correct crime codes and elements of the more common offenses/incidents investigated by the police.
AJ 55 Introduction to Correctional Science

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the unique problems related to incarcerating female, juvenile, and special need offenders, and death row inmates.
  • Explain the differences between a prison and a jail and the role of each in the American criminal justice system.
  • Explain how correctional agencies fulfill the mission of protecting society.
AJ 60 Criminal Law

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify the elements of some common offenses as codified in the California Penal Code.
  • Identify the origins and foundational concepts of civil and criminal law and explain how laws are developed and modified.
  • Describe the differences between specific, general, and transferred intent crimes.
AJ 63 Criminal Investigation

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Conduct a preliminary criminal investigation.
  • Conduct a preliminary interview/interrogation.
  • Explain the role of forensic examination in the criminal investigative process.
  • Perform a basic crime scene search and identify applicable investigative resources.
AJ 70 Community Relations

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare, contrast and explain different community-based policing programs and the strengths and limitations of each in their relationship to a diverse community.
  • Describe the structure of various cultures in a community, including special populations and subcultures and how to effectively communicate with each group.
  • Identify the structure of the police organization and its impact on officer behavior, community relations and community members.
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American Sign Language

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
ASL 1A American Sign Language I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate proficiency in comprehension of American Sign Language for daily living contexts.
  • Demonstrate receptive and expressive ASL grammatical functions and knowledge for daily living.
  • Properly respond in American Sign Language to simple questions about their selves and surroundings.
ASL 1B American Sign Language II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate increased receptive/expressive ASL grammatical functions and knowledge for daily living.
ASL 2A American Sign Language III

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Initiate, conduct, and terminate a context-specific conversation.
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Anthropology

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
ANTR 1 Biological Anthropology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Deconstruct the biological concept of "race."
  • Describe and identify fossil hominid species.
  • Explain how natural selection works.
ANTR 1L Biological Anthropology Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Practice and apply understandings of the scientific method in a laboratory setting.
  • Critically analyze and interpret biological anthropological data to illustrate evolutionary trends.
  • Apply anthropological principles for solving human problems on the local, regional and world scales.
ANTR 2 Introduction to Archaeology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply the methods, tools, and technical skills of archaeological research.
  • Describe the legal/ethical framework for archaeology.
  • Use theory to interpret archaeological data.
ANTR 3 Cultural Anthropology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply anthropological principles of holism, ethnocentrism, and cultural relativism, to solve human problems on the local, regional and world scales.
  • Recognize forms of discrimination, both explicit and implicit, incidental and institutionalized, and gain cultural competence in approaching, understanding and solving such inequities.
  • Appreciate and be sensitive to the cultural diversity of the world through a variety of ethnographic studies and cross-cultural explorations.
ANTR 4 Language and Culture

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain how the relationship between language and culture has social consequences.
  • Explain the anthropological approach to language and communication.
  • Identify the structural properties of language.
ANTR 12 Magic/Religion/Witchcraft/Healing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the role and responsibility of religious specialists.
  • Identify the components of various religious rituals.
  • Interpret symbolic cultural practices through various anthropological and theoretical perspectives.
ANTR 13 Introduction to Forensic Anthropology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the legal and ethical framework of forensic anthropology.
  • Analyze human bones for identification of sex, ancestry, age, trauma and stature.
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Art

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
ARTS 2A Introduction to Drawing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate ability to recognize and recreate, on a picture plane, observed values and proportions.
  • Compose drawings with the elements and principles of visual art and design.
  • Implement materials common to the drawing process.
ARTS 7A Introduction to Watercolor Painting

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a knowledge and awareness of color theory and a variety of application techniques.
  • Demonstrate an aesthetic awareness of value and its uses in creating light and space on a 2 dimensional plane.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in the basic techniques of watercolor painting: flat wash, glazing, wet-in-wet.
  • Demonstrate the use of materials and equipment of the craft of painting in watercolor.
  • Produce watercolor paintings using basic techniques.
ARTS 7B Watercolor Painting

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Complete a body of paintings that demonstrates an understanding of specific subject based material.
  • Demonstrate a knowledge of composition.
  • Demonstrate a mastery of watercolor application and techniques.
  • Produce watercolor paintings demonstrating intermediate color theory applications.
  • Produce watercolor paintings demonstrating intermediate value applications.
ARTS 7C Advanced Watercolor Painting I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate advanced painting skills utilizing interdisciplinary/hybrid approaches to painting utilizing watercolors alone or modified with mixed media.
  • Demonstrate aesthetic independence, critical thinking, creative initiative, and formal knowledge via an independent research project.
  • Identify advanced technical problems, analyze and objectively assess advanced watercolor paintings in a verbal critique.
  • Produce watercolor paintings demonstrating advanced color theory applications utilizing watercolors alone or modified with mixed media.
  • Produce watercolor paintings demonstrating advanced composition applications.
ARTS 7D Advanced Watercolor Painting II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate advanced painting skills utilizing interdisciplinary/hybrid approaches to painting utilizing watercolors alone or modified with mixed media.
  • Demonstrate aesthetic independence, critical thinking, creative initiative, and formal knowledge via an independent research project.
  • Identify and create advanced watercolor paintings utilizing advanced painting skills.
  • Produce watercolor paintings demonstrating advanced color theory applications utilizing watercolors alone or modified with mixed media.
  • Produce watercolor paintings demonstrating advanced composition applications.
ARTS 12A Oil/Acrylic Painting: Beginning I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Administer appropriate terminology for critiquing and analyzing paintings.
  • Apply content to paintings and explain its meaning.
  • Compose paintings with the elements and principles of visual art and design.
  • Develop painting skills.
  • Paint with a variety of techniques.
ARTS 12B Oil/Acrylic Painting: Beginning II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Administer appropriate terminology for critiquing and analyzing paintings.
  • Apply Content to paintings and explain its meaning.
  • Compose paintings with the elements and principles of visual art and design.
  • Develop upon established painting skills.
  • Paint with a variety of techniques and refine those techniques.
ARTS 12C Oil/Acrylic Painting: Advanced I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Administer appropriate terminology for critiquing and analyzing paintings.
  • Apply content to paintings and explain its meaning.
  • Compose paintings with the elements and principles of visual art and design.
  • Develop further upon established painting skills.
  • Focus on previously refined techniques to develop skill.
ARTS 12D Oil/Acrylic Painting: Advanced II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Administer appropriate terminology for critiquing and analyzing paintings.
  • Apply researched content to paintings and explain its meaning.
  • Compose paintings with the elements and principles of visual art and design.
  • Focus on previously refined techniques to develop skill.
ARTS 23 2-D Design

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create lines and shapes that express the content of their design.
  • Choose colors that express the content of their design.
  • Choose a value scheme appropriate to the content of their design.
  • Choose the type of visual balance appropriate for the content of their design.
  • Apply content to a design and explain its meaning.
ARTS 24 Three-Dimensional Design and Modeling

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate and apply an understanding of 3D composition.
  • Demonstrate and apply excellent craftsmanship.
ARTS 26 Color Theory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the different interactions of color and how it affects color perception and to be able to revise/adjust color combinations to achieve color harmony.
  • Explain the difference between additive and subtractive color models and identify the appropriate instances to use each color model.
  • Make compositional decisions using color as the main design element by selecting colors appropriate to a project's design and communication goals.
  • Recognize traditional color schemes and color relationships when looking at color combinations.
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Art History

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
ARHS 1 Introduction to Art History

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate critical and creative thinking by applying interdisciplinary approaches to the interpretation of artwork.
  • Identify formal elements in an artwork and be able to ascertain how these elements create meaning in the chosen art work.
  • Identify themes of art within a chosen art work across a broad range of cultures and time periods.
ARHS 3 Arts of Africa, Oceania, and Indigenous North Americas

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Examine the effect cultural context has on artistic production.
  • Recognize and describe the influence that materials and techniques have on the creative process.
  • Use appropriate art history terminology to analyze art.
ARTH C1100 Survey of Art from Prehistory to the Medieval (Formerly ARHS 4)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the religious, cultural, economic and political issues of the ancient Western world and their relationship to artistic and architectural production.
  • Articulate connections between artistic movements and historical events in the Western world from pre-history through the Gothic period.
  • Identify ancient Western art movements, artists, and technical processes.
ARTH C1200 Survey of Art from the Renaissance to Contemporary (Formerly ARHS 5)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the religious, cultural, economic and political issues of the modern Western world and their relationship to artistic and architectural production.
  • Analyze works of art and how they relate to their associated world geography.
  • Identify Western art movements, artists, and technical processes from the Renaissance through the 20th century.
ARHS 8 Asian Art History

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the religious, cultural, economic and political issues of Asian societies and their relationship to artistic and architectural production.
  • Articulate connections between artistic movements and historical events in Asian history.
  • Identify the art movements, artists, and technical processes of different Asian cultures.
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Astronomy

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
ASTR 30L Introduction to Astronomy Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Effectively communicate the methods, analysis, results, and conclusions of their own scientific experiments.
  • Perform naked eye and telescopic observations of objects in the night sky.
  • Quantitatively analyze their laboratory data, compare their results to accepted values, and evaluate the accuracy of their experiment.
ASTR 31 Introduction to Astronomy: The Solar System

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the ways in which scientific principles have shaped the modern world and relate to daily life.
  • Explain physical principles relevant to the solar system and its formation, as well as those relevant to the search for extrasolar planets.
  • Use quantitative reasoning to determine relationships between physical quantities in astronomy.
ASTR 32 Introduction to Astronomy: Stars and the Universe

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the ways in which scientific principles have shaped the modern world and relate todaily life.
  • Use quantitative reasoning to determine relationships between physical quantities in astronomy.
  • Explain physical principles relevant to light, telescopes, stars, galaxies, and cosmology.
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Automotive Technology

Division: PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
AUTO A1 Engine Repair

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Install a timing chain.
  • Apply engine repair safety precautions.
  • Apply safety precautions in shop lab exercises.
AUTO A9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply safety in all lab conditions.
  • Diagnose and repair diesel engine mechanical systems.
  • Diagnose and repair diesel turbo systems.
AUTO L1 Advanced Engine Performance

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply service manual procedures to the vehicle.
  • Apply emissions safety precautions.
  • Diagnose engine drivability problems using a scanner and multimeter.
AUTO INT Introduction to Automotive

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Follow proper vehicle lifting procedures.
  • Recognize and apply shop safety precautions.
  • Perform an oil change with 100% accuracy.
AUTO INTL Introduction to Automotive Hands-On Lab

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Test engine coolant.
  • Perform an oil change with 100% accuracy.
  • Recognize and apply shop safety precautions.
AUTO LABA Beginning Automotive Lab

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use shopkey to create job estimate.
  • Apply safety in all lab conditions.
  • Work autonomously in a shop environment.
AUTO LABB Advanced Automotive Lab

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply service manual procedures to the vehicle.
  • Apply all safety precautions.
  • Complete hands on lab sessions with no instructor supervision necessary.
AUTO LABC Specialized Bench Work Automotive Lab

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply service manual procedures to the vehicle.
  • Apply all safety precautions.
  • Complete hands on lab sessions with no instructor supervision necessary.
AUTO LABD Specialized Electronic Work Automotive Lab

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply service manual procedures to vehicle.
  • Apply all safety precautions.
  • Complete hands on lab sessions with no instructor supervision necessary.
AUTO SDR Specified Diagnostic and Repair

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply electrical theory to battery systems.
  • Apply safety precautions in shop lab exercises
  • Obtain and interpret scan tool data.
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Biological Sciences

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
BIO 1C Cell and Molecular Biology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Conduct an independent research project, keep accurate records, analyze and draw conclusions, and communicate experimental findings in a standard format for scientific research.
  • Explain and demonstrate the theoretical and practical aspects of using a compound microscope to study the structure and function of cells, including preparation and staining of samples for compound microscopy.
  • Explain and apply basic principles and processes of cellular and molecular biology at different levels, from the biochemical to the cellular.
  • Gain hands-on experience with and demonstrate proficiency in standard biological techniques, using industry level biology laboratory equipment and/or discipline-specific computer hardware and software.
BIO 1R Organismal Biology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Gain hands-on experience with and demonstrate proficiency in standard biological techniques, using industry level biology laboratory equipment and/or discipline-specific computer hardware and software.
  • Conduct a research project and communicate experimental results using standard scientific methods.
  • Explain and apply principles and processes of organismal biology and evolution at different organizational levels, from tissues to the ecological.
  • Explain and demonstrate the theoretical and practical aspects of using a compound microscope to investigate structures, functions, and behaviors of animals, plants, and other eukaryotic taxa.
BIO 7A Human Anatomy

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify the structures of the body systems using models, slides, cadavers, and/or visual media.
  • Relate structure to the function of anatomical structures and understand how a change in structure would alter function.
  • Analyze clinical cases and/or human pathologies and communicate findings utilizing academic language.
BIO 7B Human Physiology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply the principles of homeostasis and the use of feedback loops to control physiological systems in the human body.
  • Evaluate physiological functions of select organ systems by interpreting graphs of physiological data and be able to solve allied-based math problems.
  • Research a relevant topic in physiology and communicate their findings clearly in writing or orally to others, demonstrating content knowledge acquired from reliable scientific sources.
BIO 7C Microbiology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Acquire, articulate, and apply specialized language and knowledge relevant to microbiology.
  • Acquire and demonstrate competency in laboratory safety and in routine and specialized microbiological laboratory skills applicable to microbiological research or clinical methods, including accurately reporting observations and analysis.
  • Explain and demonstrate the theoretical and practical aspects of using a compound microscope to studymicroorganisms using the oil immersion objective lens.
  • Research a relevant topic in microbiology and communicate scientific concepts, experimental results andanalytical arguments clearly and concisely in writing and/or orally, demonstrating content knowledge acquired from the course work and from reliable scientific sources.
BIO 10 Introduction to the Science of Biology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Conduct guided experiments in the laboratory and interpret the results of these investigations, individually and/or in collaboration with other students.
  • Explain and apply basic principles of ecology, cellular, evolutionary, and organismal biology.
  • Properly manipulate a compound microscope and demonstrate knowledge of its parts and uses.
  • Have gained hands-on experience with and demonstrated proficiency in standard biological techniques, using industry-level biology laboratory equipment and/or discipline-specific computer hardware and software.
BIO 20 Contemporary Human Biology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe and relate the physical structure of the cells, tissues types and organ systems to their function.
  • Explain the concept of homeostasis and how the different body systems maintain homeostasis, and be able to relate homeostatic failure to some common pathological conditions.
BIO 30 Introduction to College Biology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Conduct guided experiments in the laboratory and interpret the results of these investigations, individually and/or in collaboration with other students.
  • Demonstrate writing proficiency on a written assignment which incorporates scientific data and/or basic principles of biology.
  • Explain basic principles of biochemistry, ecology, and cellular, evolutionary, and organismal biology.
  • Properly manipulate a compound microscope and demonstrate knowledge of its parts and uses.
  • Have gained hands-on experience with and demonstrated proficiency in standard biological techniques, using industry-level biology laboratory equipment and/or discipline-specific computer hardware and software.
BIO 40 Humans and the Environment

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze and critically evaluate environmental information from various sources, and present their findings.
  • Discuss environmental problems, their causes and evaluate solutions./li>
  • Explain basic principles of ecology involving energy flow, cycling of matter, interactions within and between populations and assess the impact of humans on the biosphere.
BIO 50 Anatomy and Physiology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Research and communicate reliable scientific information about an anatomy or physiology topic, applying this knowledge to explain how the body responds in real-world contexts related to health, disease, fitness, or emergency care.
  • Analyze how body systems interact to preserve homeostasis and predict physiological responses to challenges such as environmental stress, injury, or disease.
  • Explain how cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems carry out coordinated physiological processes that sustain life and maintain internal stability.
  • Describe the structural organization of cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems, and explain how their anatomical form supports their specific functions.
BIO 55 Orientation to Healthcare

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Discuss contemporary physiological, psychological, ethical, social, and public health issues.
  • Explore different health care occupations and create an educational action plan that aligns their interests, skills, and personality characteristics to a particular career path
BIO 60 Marine Biology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Conduct guided experiments in the laboratory and interpret the results of these investigations, individually and/or in collaboration with other students.
  • Differentiate various marine ecosystems, compare and contrast representative marine organisms, and understand their interdependence.
  • Properly manipulate a compound microscope and dissecting microscope to study marine microorganisms and internal structures of marine organisms.
  • Gain hands-on experience with and demonstrated proficiency in standard biological techniques, using industry-level biology laboratory equipment and/or discipline-specific computer hardware and software.
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Business

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
BUSN 1A Financial Accounting

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Calculate and analyze current ratio, debt ratio, and gross profit ratio.
  • Identify and name different components of a balance sheet and income statement.
BUSN 1B Managerial Accounting

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze and calculate the impact of changes in business income using cost volume profit analysis and construct contribution margin statements.
  • Identify and categorize different cost classifications for fixed, variable, and mixed costs.
  • Prepare operating and financial budgets and analyze variances.
BUSN 18 Business Law

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare and contrast alternative legal theories as they apply to a case.
  • Critique legal decisions made by the courts.
  • Evaluate the dynamics behind multinational enterprises.
  • Formulate legal conclusions based on sound legal reasoning.
BUSN 20 International Business

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare and contrast the financial implications of international trade.
  • Describe procedures and documentation necessary to import a product from a foreign country.
BUSN 30 Business Ethics and Society

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Examine potential conflicts of interest within an organization which raise ethical considerations.
  • Recognize the process for resolving an ethical dilemma.
  • Analyze the role of American businesses in influencing ethical behavior and social responsibility in global markets.
BUSN 33 The Fundamentals of Personal and Family Financial Planning

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare the common types of consumer credits including credit cards and installment loans.
  • Develop a comprehensive personal financial plan.
  • Explain fundamental economic considerations that affect decision-making in personal finance.
  • Identify and categorize the financial statement elements associated with the balance sheet and income statement.
BUSN 40 Introduction to Business

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Communicate the impact of compliance-based and integrity-based ethics codes on the role of business in a market economy.
  • Compare the three primary business formations used by privately held American businesses.
  • Contrast management and leadership strategies in the function areas of management, marketing, finance, human resources and production.
BUSN 45 Entrepreneurship

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain why creativity and innovation are integral parts of entrepreneurship.
  • Assess their readiness/ability/aptitude for entrepreneurship.
  • Create a lean business model.
  • Describe attributes required for being an entrepreneur.
BUSN 48 Human Relations in Organizations

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the primary leadership styles.
  • Compare and contrast the concepts of work, worth and leisure in the United States.
  • Describe the characteristics of change.
  • Evaluate organizational strategies of motivation.
BUSN 51 Accounting for Small Business

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Accurately record business transactions using journal entries.
  • Prepare a basic Income Statement and Balance Sheet for a merchandising company.
BUSN 52 Business Communications

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate the quality of business communication.
  • Plan for a job interview.
  • Solve a variety of communication problems.
BUSN 55 Business Mathematics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify and interpret trends over a period using percentage increase or decrease.
  • Use percentages to calculate period over period increase or decrease in a given set of data.
BUSN 58 Small Business Management

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Break down the financial requirements and risks for starting a business.
  • Contrast the advantages and disadvantages of small business ownership.
  • Develop a marketing strategy for a small business launch.
BUSN 61 Quickbooks Accounting

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Complete end-of-period accounting procedures.
  • Correctly reconcile the bank statement.
  • Record depreciation and enter the adjusting entries required for accrual-basis accounting.
  • Record owner's equity transactions.
BUSN 88 Human Resources Management

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the typical non-exempt compensation strategies.
  • Compare and contrast workplace security options.
  • Describe the process of human resources planning.
  • Discuss the role of unions in employee relations.
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Chemistry

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
CHEM 1A General College Chemistry I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Skillfully perform experimental measurements, techniques, and protocols, properly use standard laboratory instruments, and adhere to safe laboratory practices.
CHEM 1B General College Chemistry II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Skillfully perform experimental measurements, techniques, and protocols, properly use standard laboratory instruments, and adhere to safe laboratory practices.
  • Succinctly summarize laboratory procedures, clearly document laboratory measurements and observations, and effectively communicate rationale for the experiment, data analysis, and interpretation.
  • Apply the scientific method to laboratory experiments.
  • Analyze nature at the atomic scale by applying the concepts of kinetics, equilibrium, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and introductory organic chemistry.
CHEM 12A Organic Chemistry I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Be able to apply the scientific method to laboratory experiments.
  • Be able to skillfully perform experimental measurements, techniques, and protocols, properly use standard laboratory instruments, and adhere to safe laboratory practices.
  • Be able to succinctly summarize laboratory procedures, clearly document laboratory measurements and observations, and effectively communicate rationale for the experiment, data analysis, and interpretation.
  • Analyze the nature of organic molecules by applying the concepts of nomenclature, structure, physical properties, synthesis, and reaction mechanisms.
CHEM 30A Introductory and Applied Chemistry I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define concentration units of solutions (e.g., molarity and % concentration) and use these definitions in problem solving.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in solving complex problems and conceptual understanding of content listed in the course outline as measured by the comprehensive final exam.
  • Skillfully perform experimental measurements, techniques, and protocols, properly use standard laboratory instruments, and adhere to safe laboratory practices.
CHEM 30B Introductory and Applied Chemistry II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the functions of different types of biological molecules.
  • Succinctly summarize laboratory procedures, clearly document laboratory measurements and observations, and effectively communicate rationale for the experiment, data analysis, and interpretation.
  • Skillfully perform experimental measurements, techniques, and protocols, properly use standard laboratory instruments, and adhere to safe laboratory practices.
  • Apply the scientific method to laboratory experiments.
  • Analyze nature at the molecular scale by using the characteristics of biological macromolecules and assessing the implications of chemical properties within biological systems.
CHEM 31 Introduction to College Chemistry

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate proficiency in solving complex problems and conceptual understanding of content listed in the course outline as measured by the American Chemical Society 2006 California Chemistry Diagnostic Test.
  • Skillfully perform experimental measurements, techniques, and protocols, properly use standard laboratory instruments, and adhere to safe laboratory practices.
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Communication Studies

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
COMM C1000 Introduction to Public Speaking (Formerly CMST 1)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Deliver a speech with effective content, organization, and delivery.
CMST 4 Introduction to Communication Studies

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Deliver a speech with effective organization, content, and delivery.
  • Effectively communicate in group performance to complete a task or goal.
  • Identify and illustrate necessary skills for application of interpersonal communication competence.
CMST 10 Interpersonal Communication

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify and demonstrate necessary skills for application of interpersonal communication competence.
  • Identify and demonstrate necessary skills of comprehension of interpersonal communication competence.
CMST 11 Intercultural Communication

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate in a culture other than their own.
CMST 46 Argumentation and Debate

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critically analyze an argument.
  • Develop and deliver an argument.
CMST 48 Activities in Forensics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Perform a platform speech in a competitive situation.
  • Perform an oral interpretation presentation in a competitive situation.
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Computer Information Systems

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
CIS 10 Business Data Analytics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify the different data types and data roles and how they are used
CIS 43 Professional Communications

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze a business situation and select an appropriate approach to respond to it; use principles of routine and informative writing to create an appropriate response; apply standard business English including grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
  • Demonstrate clear, compelling, analytical, and concise writing.
CIS 50 Introduction to Computing Information Technology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate basic computing literacy by using office applications, the Internet and computer-based tutorials.
CIS 54 MS Excel Essentials

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze a business problem and apply appropriate Excel formulas, functions, and features to develop a solution.
CIS 55 Integrating Office Applications

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Construct projects efficiently generating solutions using various workplace computer programs.
  • Use Object Linking and Embedding (OLE), to create integrated Office documents.
CIS 60 Systems Analysis and Design

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create survey questions to identify client requirements.
CIS 66 Networking Fundamentals

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Install, configure, secure, and troubleshoot home or business networks.
CIS 71A Keyboarding (The Alphabet)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate proficiency of 30 words per minute on a 1-minute write with 1 or fewer errors.
CIS 71B Keyboard (Numbers and Symbols)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate accurate keyboarding input for all keys on the keyboard at the net words per minute (adjusted for errors) rate of 22 wpm or better, apply typing technique to avoid muscle strain or injury, and demonstrate proofreading skill.
CIS 71C Skills Improvement

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate accurate keyboarding input at the net words per minute rate that show improvement over the student's own initial benchmark keyboarding skill of 10 or more words per minute on 5 minute timed writings.
CIS 73A Ten-Key Skill Development

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use ten-key skills to perform a specific business function, such as entering invoices, processing checks, or creating a basic spreadsheet.
  • Accurately input a series of numbers, such as those found on a test document or spreadsheet, with no errors.
  • Key numeric data using the numeric keypad at a minimum rate of 90 strokes per minute with 98 percent accuracy.
CIS 81B Database Essentials in the Cloud

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create, deploy, design, configure, terminate, and migrate cloud databases.
  • Describe database services offered by cloud providers, such as Amazon AWS.
  • Describe Relational and Non-Relational Databases.
  • Describe the securities, policies, and compliances for databases.
CIS 88A Introduction to Microsoft Word

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create, save, retrieve, edit and print documents in correct business formats.
CIS 88B Adv Microsoft Word

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Produce complex business documents, create tables of contents and indexes, use Word's collaboration features to share documents, and integrate data from Excel and other programs.
CIS 89A Desktop Presentation

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Design, create, and view slide show presentation.
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Computer Networking Technology

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
CNT 43 Professional Communications

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze a business situation and select an appropriate approach to respond to it; use principles of routine and informative writing to create an appropriate response; apply standard business English including grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
  • Demonstrate clear, compelling, analytical, and concise writing.
CNT 51 CompTIA's A+ Certification Computer Technician

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot operating systems and applications.
  • Install, configure, secure, and troubleshoot PC/Networking/Mobile devices.
CNT 52 Networking Fundamentals

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Install, configure, secure, and troubleshoot home or business networks.
CNT 55 Windows Server Installation, Storage, and Compute

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Install, configure, secure, and troubleshoot Windows server in a domain environment.
CNT 68 Digital Forensics Fundamentals

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply standard computer forensics methodologies and tools to acquire, store, and analyze data.
CNT 69 Network Security; CompTIA Security + Certification

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate network security risks and responses.
CNT 7401 Red Hat Linux Administration I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply basic shell programming, including text manipulations, file I/O, and typical Linux/UNIX utility programs.
  • Create Linux desktop installation specifications.
  • Develop detailed design specifications for a substantive application, including major subsystems and interfaces.
CNT 8001 Cisco CCNA1/3 Introduction to Networks (ITN)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Build a simple Ethernet network using routers and switches.
CNT 8002 Cisco CCNA2/3 Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (SRWE)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Configure and set-up static routing.
  • Implement VLAN and VLAN routing.
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Computer Science

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
CS 1 Computing Fundamentals I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop a C++ program that demonstrates fundamental programming syntax and utilizes control structures such as loops, if, and switch statements.
CS 2 Computing Fundamentals II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Design and implement a programmer-defined class using encapsulation and inheritance in C++.
  • Develop a C++ program that utilizes programmer-defined overloaded functions, overloaded operators, and friend functions.
CS 4 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Formulate an appropriate model for a well-defined problem by defining states, actions, a transition model, and goal testing.
CS 7 Introduction to Computer Programming Concepts

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Plan and implement programmer-defined functions in Python.
CS 17 Discrete Mathematical Structures

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create an undirected graph that represents the network of objects in a set and find a minimum spanning tree for the graph.
  • Determine whether a relation is an equivalence relation.
  • Use mathematical reasoning and counting techniques to correctly enumerate the number of ways in which a specified event can occur.
  • Write a coherent formal proof using mathematical induction.
CS 20 Advanced Programming with Data Structures/C++

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate the use of of fundamental syntax and control structures - including variables, arithmetic statements, if statements and loops.
  • Implement programs using linked lists, stacks, queues and binary trees, including implementations using the Standard Template Library.
  • Interpret and implement code using typical forms of recursion.
CS 21 Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Implement the assembly equivalent of while loops, for loops and switch statements.
  • Interpret and apply the machine representation of integers, characters, strings and floating point (e.g IEEE format) numbers.
CS 41 Red Hat Linux Administration I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply basic shell programming, including text manipulations, file I/O, and typical Linux/UNIX utility programs.
  • Create Linux desktop installation specifications.
  • Develop detailed design specifications for a substantive application, including major subsystems and interfaces.
CS 43 Professional Communications

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze a business situation and select an appropriate approach to respond to it; use principles of routine and informative writing to create an appropriate response; apply standard business English including grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
  • Demonstrate clear, compelling, analytical, and concise writing.
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Dance

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
DANC 1 Introduction to Dance

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critique dance performances in terms of the intent, success of the choreographer, technique of the dancers, and incorporation of the elements of dance.
  • Identify elements of dance terminology.
  • Perform foundational dance techniques in the genres of ballet, modern, and jazz dance.
DANC 3A Ballet Fundamentals/Beginning

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critique ballet performances in terms of the intent, success of the choreographer, technique of the dancers, and incorporation of the elements of dance.
  • Execute movement reflecting the desired timing and musicality at an introductory level.
  • Perform dance technique specific to ballet at an introductory level.
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Early Care and Education

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
ECE 50 Early Childhood Principles and Practices

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare and contrast historical and current early childhood education perspectives, theories, and program types and philosophies.
  • Describe the role of the early childhood educator, including ethical conduct and professional pathways.
  • Examine a variety of observation, reflection, guidance and interaction strategies to increase children's social competence and promote a caring classroom community.
  • Identify the underlying theoretical perspective in forming a professional philosophy.
  • Identify quality in early education programs related to environment, curriculum, interactions and teaching strategies.
ECE 56 Child Growth and Development

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply knowledge of development and major theoretical frameworks to child observations.
  • Describe development of children from conception through adolescence in the physical, social,emotional and cognitive domains.
  • Identify cultural, economic, political and historical contexts that impact children's development.
ECE 60 Introduction to the Young Child with Exceptional Needs

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain the terminology, systems, laws and services that addresses children with exceptionalities and recommend supports for the child and their family.
  • Use observation to integrate curriculum goals and objectives across developmental domains, content areas, and routines for children with special needs.
ECE 62 Child, Family and Community

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply understanding of the foundational role of primary relationships and cultural differences in childrearing practices to create a culturally and linguistically appropriate learning environment.
  • Assess how their own values, goals, family history and life experiences, impact their relationships with children and families.
  • Describe socialization of the child focusing on the interrelationship of family, school, community and society.
  • Identify the educational, cultural, linguistic, political, and socioeconomic impacts on children and families.
  • Describe strategies that empower families and encourage family involvement in their children’s development and education.
ECE 63 Early Childhood Curriculum

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Design and implement developmentally appropriate inclusive curriculum based on observation and assessment of young children to support play and learning in all developmental domains.
  • Apply theories of children's learning and development to key curricular content areas, through documentation and evaluation of curriculum.
  • Use reflective practices to evaluate the effectiveness of early childhood curriculum, classrooms, and teaching strategies.
ECE 65 Administration I: Programs in Early Childhood Education

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the skills necessary to organize, open, and operate an early care and education program in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
  • Describe the skills necessary to design, develop, implement, and assess a high quality early childhood education program that is responsive to the cultural, linguistic, and diverse needs of the children, families, and staff.
  • Describe the skills necessary to manage and maintain budget and overall fiscal operations in alignment with a strategic plan and program mission and goals.
ECE 67 Infant and Toddler Development and Caregiving

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Articulate responsive, reciprocal and respectful caregiving.
  • Intentionally design inclusive, culturally and linguistically appropriate curriculum to promote positive development for all young children, based on child development, observation and reflection.
  • Synthesize child development research and theories; apply principles with consideration for children'svarying characteristics, needs and the multiple interacting influences on children's development.
ECE 79 Teaching in a Diverse Society

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate classroom environments, materials, and approaches through an anti-bias lens for developmental, cultural, and linguistic appropriateness.
  • Evaluate the impact of personal experiences, biases and social identity on teaching effectiveness.
  • Evaluate the relationship between one’s own experiences and the development of personal bias.
  • Identify strategies to act upon issues of social injustice and bias that occur in classrooms.
  • Summarize the history and influence of systemic racism and privilege, as well as internalized privilege and oppression, on the current experiences of children and adults.
ECE 87 Quality Environments for Infants and Toddlers

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate strategies to promote healthy relationships in the care and education of infants and toddlers.
  • Evaluate infant and toddler curriculum and environments based on observation, documentation and reflection.
  • Summarize the essential policies and practices of quality infant and toddler programs.
ECE 90 Practicum-Supervised Experience

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critically assess one's own teaching experiences to reflect and guide practice.
ECE 95 Work Experience

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Complete and implement objectives that improves the child learning environment.
  • Demonstrate developmentally appropriate practices in their work with young children.
ECE 96 Work Experience Seminar

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Utilize the code of ethics in making appropriate decisions for the children and families.
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Economics

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
ECON C2001 Principles of Microeconomics (Formerly ECON 1)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define market and its failures and explain how market forces of supply and demand lead to efficient allocation of goods, services and factors of production.
  • Define opportunity cost and marginal analysis and explain how they relate to choices of individuals in the economy.
  • Define different market structures and explain how firms optimize their fiscal objectives in these markets.
ECON C2002 Principles of Macroeconomics (Formerly ECON 2)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define market and explain how market forces of supply and demand lead to efficient allocation of goods, services and factors of production.
  • Define key economic indicators, including GDP, CPI, and Unemployment Rate, and use these quantitative measures to analyze the economy.
  • Describe monetary and fiscal policies and explain how they affect short-term economic fluctuations.
ECON 10 General Economics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define market and explain how market forces of supply and demand lead to efficient allocation of goods, services and factors of production.
  • Define opportunity cost and marginal analysis and explain how they relate to choices of individuals in the economy.
  • Define key economic indicators, including GDP, CPI, and Unemployment Rate, and use these quantitative measures to analyze the economy.
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Emergency Medical Services

Division: PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
EMS 10 Paramedic Theory 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the function of the Emergency Medical System and it's historical development.
  • Assess and discuss respiratory emergencies, and utilize airway tools to treat patients.
  • Discuss the physiology and pathophysiology of emergent medical illnesses and traumatic injuries.
EMS 12 Paramedic Skills 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate the successful insertion of an endotracheal tube into a simulated trachea.
  • Demonstrate the successful insertion of an intravenous catheter into a simulated vein.
  • Perform medication calculations.
  • Demonstrate the psychomotor skills related to medication administration, patient assessment, and airway management.
  • Use a variety of skills from their completed portfolio to assess a patient and carry out appropriate treatment.
EMS 16 Paramedic Clinical Internship

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Administer prehospital medications to the patient via the intramuscular route, intravenous route, nebulized route, and subcutaneous route.
  • Deliver a patient care report to a physician, registered nurse, or paramedic that is accurate and describes the care delivered by the student.
  • Perform a physical examination on a live patient with their consent and identify immediate life-threatening conditions that need to be treated.
EMS 17 Paramedic Field Internship

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Manage an emergency in the out-of-hospital setting by directing the resources of the local fire department and support personnel from the ambulance provider.
EMS 30 Emergency Medical Responder

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Implement treatment at the scope of practice of Emergency Medical Responder.
  • Recognize emergency medical illnesses and traumatic injuries.
EMS 62 Basic Medical Terminology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Break down complex medical terms into simple root words and infer larger meanings through knowledge of smaller component word parts.
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Engineering

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
ENGR 1 Introduction to Engineering

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Design and build a structure to solve an engineering design problem.
  • Identify and differentiate between the different engineering branches.
  • Use Microsoft Excel in engineering applications.
ENGR 23 Engineering Graphics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Construct a solid model within CAD given only information found in orthographic projection.
  • Construct an assembly drawing in SolidWorks.
  • Create a drawing using several different geometric dimensions and tolerances.
  • Identify and draw the different types of sectional views.
ENGR 26 Computational Methods for Engineers and Scientists

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply a top-down design methodology to develop computer algorithms.
  • Use MATLAB to analyze and visualize data.
  • Create a MATLAB program utlizing numerical analysis techniques to solve an engineering related problem.
ENGR 35 Statics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze 2D and 3D force systems acting on engineering structures in static equilibrium.
  • Construct a free-body diagram.
  • Create and analyze shear force and bending moment diagrams for beam loading.
  • Resolve a force vector into artesian component form.
ENGR 44 Introduction to Circuit Analysis

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze a 1st-order RL or RC electrical circuit.
  • Analyze a 2nd-order RLC electrical circuit.
  • Analyze electrical circuits using circuit simulation software.
  • Construct and analyze circuits on breadboards using standard electronic equipment.
ENGR 50 Introduction to Electronic Systems and Measurements

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze basic AC circuits.
  • Analyze basic resistive circuits.
  • Assemble circuits on a breadboard from an electrical schematic.
  • Utilize diagnostic equipment to characterize performance and troubleshoot.
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English

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
ENGL C1000 Academic Reading and Writing (Formerly ENG 1A)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Read analytically to understand and respond to diverse academic texts.
  • Compose thesis-driven academic writing that demonstrates analysis and synthesis of sources as appropriate to the rhetorical situation.
  • Demonstrate strategies for planning, outlining, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading written work.
  • Identify the main ideas and supporting arguments of a college-level text.
  • Research a topic using credible sources and document sources in an academically responsible way.
  • Use effective sentence structure and style to convey ideas.
ENG 4 Critical Thinking and Writing about Literature

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify and evaluate implied arguments in college-level literary texts.
  • Assess the best use of language, style, and voice for a variety of writing assignments and rhetorical contexts.
  • Write a research paper using credible sources and correct documentation.
  • Write an academic essay synthesizing multiple texts and using logic to support a thesis.
ENGL C1001 Critical Thinking and Writing (Formerly ENG 7)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define, recognize, and utilize forms of critical reasoning, including deductive and inductive reasoning, in a variety of rhetorical contexts.
  • Reflect critically on one’s own thought processes to identify and avoid cognitive biases and common fallacies of language and thought.
  • Employ critical reading and research strategies to locate and evaluate complex texts representative of diverse experiences, perspectives, and forms of authority
  • Evaluate and document evidence to construct arguments in a variety of rhetorical situations, distinguishing knowledge from belief and fact from judgment.
  • Craft written arguments to respond appropriately to texts, with attention to intended audience, purpose, and social context, and revise for clarity, cogency, persuasiveness, andsoundness.
  • Evaluate the logic and validity of a nonfiction college-level text's reasoning and support.
  • Use grammar, vocabulary, and style appropriate for academic essays.
  • Write a research paper using credible sources and correct documentation.
  • Write an academic essay synthesizing multiple texts and using logic to support a thesis.
ENG 11 Introduction to Creative Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Write a short story applying techniques of dialogue, characterization, point-of-view, plot, description, style, tone, and voice.
  • Write poems in traditional and modern forms, applying techniques including image,metaphor, sound, and symbolism.
ENG 12A Craft of Writing Fiction

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Write and revise a story or chapter demonstrating proficiency in the basic elements of fiction, i.e., character, plot, setting, point of view, and theme.
ENG 12B Craft of Writing Fiction: Intermediate

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Write and revise a story or chapter demonstrating command of the elements of fiction, i.e., character, plot, setting, point of view, tone, figures of speech, symbolism, and theme to create resonance and meaning.
ENG 12C Craft of Writing Fiction: Advanced

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate advanced skills in description, dialogue, characterization, point of view control, plotting, and theme.
  • Identify subtle elements of craft within published fiction and the resulting effects of those elements, such as the relationship between craft and emotional or intellectual resonance.
ENG 41 Modern World Literature

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze an author's use of literary techniques to develop a theme.
  • Analyze two authors from different cultures, recognizing universal themes as well as distinct ideas regarding human nature, cultural values, or literary form.
  • Recognize, appreciate, and compare the similarities and differences between authors, characters, and self that stem from historical era and cultural tradition.
ENG 115 Personalized Coaching for Academic Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify and use a multi-step process for reading and writing assignments.
  • Identify and use strategies to improve self-efficacy, including campus supports.
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English as a Second Language

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
ESL 23 Advanced Grammar

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze sentence structure of complex sentences with multiple clauses in written academic discourse.
  • Interpret and analyze verb tense and aspect, use appropriate verb tense and aspect in discourse, interpret, analyze, and use active and passive voice in discourse.
  • Recognize the multiple uses of verb forms in written discourse and have mastery over the verbs that are frequently followed by a gerund or an infinitive.
  • Use standard grammar terminology to analyze and discuss English in written academic discourse.
ESL 24 Advanced Reading and Composition I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a low-advanced ability to identify main ideas and supporting details in level appropriate texts.
  • Produce an essay of five to six paragraphs with a minimum of 500 words that demonstratesclear organization, logical development, and correct language use.
ESL 113 Speaking and Listening Fluency for Academic and Professional Purposes

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Present a researched topic accurately, professionally and persuasively.
  • Understand main ideas and details in an oral presentation like an academic lecture or TED Talk.
  • Distinguish between fact, opinion, and inference in an oral presentation.
ESL 115 Intermediate Vocabulary Skills for English Language Learners

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Correctly use common intermediate- level abbreviations.
  • Correctly use common intermediate- level collocations.
  • Correctly use common intermediate-level stems and affixes.
  • Correctly use vocabulary from the 1000-2000 most common word list.
ESL 120A Intermediate Grammar for Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Discuss aspects of English using standard grammar terminology, including the parts of speech, parts of a sentence (subject, verb, direct object, indirect object, gerund, infinitive, prepositional phrase, and noun phrase), modal, and simple, compound, and complex sentences.
  • Distinguish subjects, verbs, direct objects, prepositional phrases, gerund phrases, infinitive phrases, and infinitives of purpose in simple, compound and complex sentences with adverb clauses.
  • Produce the verb forms (base form, past form, past participle, and present participle) and verbs that are frequently followed by a gerund or an infinitive for the verbs on the 0-1000 word list and select verbs from the 1000-2000 word list.
  • Select and use the correct verb tense (simple present and past, present and past progressive, future and present perfect) for verbs on the list of the most common 0-1000 verbs and select verbs from the 1000-2000 word list, especially the irregular verbs.
ESL 120B High-Intermediate Grammar for Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use standard grammar terminology to analyze and discuss English in written discourse: parts of speech, parts of a sentence (subject, verb, direct object, indirect object, gerund, infinitive, prepositional phrase, and noun phrase), modal, and simple, compound, and complex sentences.
  • Distinguish subjects, verbs, direct objects, prepositional phrases, gerund phrases, infinitive phrases, and infinitives of purpose in simple, compound and complex sentences with adverb, adjective and noun clauses.
  • Produce the verb forms (base, past, past participle, and present participle) and verbs that are frequently followed by a gerund or an infinitive from the verbs on the list of most common 0-2000.
  • Select and use the correct verb tense (simple, progressive, perfect, and perfect progressive: present, past, future) for verbs on the list of the most common 0-2000 words, especially the irregular verbs.
ESL 121A Intermediate Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a low-intermediate ability to identify main ideas and supporting details in level appropriate texts.
  • Produce an essay of three or more paragraphs that demonstrates level appropriate and coherent writing through organization, development and language use.
ESL 121B High-Intermediate Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a high-intermediate ability to identify main ideas and supporting details in level appropriate texts.
  • Produce an essay of four or more paragraphs that demonstrates level appropriate and coherent writing through organization, development and language use.
ESL 123 Intermediate Oral Communication

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Comprehend a short lecture on an academic topic.
  • Research and make a five-minute presentation on a new topic.
  • Take dictation of sentences and questions.
  • Use academic vocabulary and expressions.
ESL 130A Beginning Grammar for Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Name the parts of speech, the parts of a basic sentence (subject, verb, object), types of sentences: simple and compound, and common phrases (noun phrase, prepositional phrase).
  • Distinguish subjects, verbs, objects, and prepositional phrases in simple sentences.
  • Produce the verb forms (base form, past form, past participle, and present participle) for the verbs on the list of most common 0-500 words.
  • Select the correct verb tense (simple present, simple past, present progressive and future) for the verbs on the list of the most common 0-500 word list, especially the irregular verbs.
ESL 130B High-Beginning Grammar for Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use standard grammar terms to identify the parts of speech, parts of a sentence (subject, verb, direct object, indirect object, gerund, infinitive, prepositional phrase, noun phrase) modal, and simple, compound, and complex sentences.
  • Distinguish subject, verb, objects, and phrases (noun, prepositional, gerund, and infinitive) in simple and compound sentences.
  • Produce the verb forms (base form, past form, past participle, and present participle) and verbs that are frequently followed by a gerund or an infinitive for the verbs on the list of most common 0-1000 words.
  • Select and use the correct verb tense (simple present, simple past, present progressive and future) for the verbs on the list of the most common 0-1000 words, especially the irregular verbs.
ESL 131A Beginning Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a low-beginning ability to identify main ideas and supporting details in level appropriate texts.
  • Produce paragraphs of 8-12 sentences that demonstrate level appropriate and coherent writing through organization, development and language use.
ESL 131B High-Beginning Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a high-beginning ability to identify main ideas and supporting details in level appropriate texts.
  • Produce a paragraph of 12-15 sentences that demonstrate level appropriate and coherent writing through organization, development and language use.
ESL 133 Beginning Oral Communication

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Participate in discussions in one-to-one and small group situations on a variety of topics.
  • Use level-appropriate grammatical structures, vocabulary, and idiomatic expressions for a variety of communicative purposes.
  • Take dictation of sentences and questions
  • Retell the plot and/or main ideas from news items, movies, lectures, or presentations.
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Ethnic Studies

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
ETHS 5 Psychology of Race and Identity

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Appraise one's own ethnic/cultural origins and one's biases towards certain groups.
  • Compare and contrast research biases in the study of individuals from diverse populations.
  • Compare and contrast the effects of prejudice, stereotyping, and discriminatory attitudes and behaviors upon majority and minority groups.
  • Describe skills that enhance cross-cultural communication, interactions, and relationships.
  • Describe stressors related to acculturation into a new society.
  • Explain how culture affects the conceptualization of mental health, symptomology and help seeking behaviors.
ETHS 6 Introduction to Race and Ethnicity

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe relevant theories and concepts to accurately explain how race and ethnicity are socially constructed.
  • Identify institutional factors that produce racialized consequences on the lived experiences of Native Americans, African Americans, Hispanic/Latinx Americans, and Asian Americans.
  • Evaluate active social movements and relevant policy issues for racial justice and equity.
  • Produce an academic document by applying relevant theories and concepts from critical studies of race and ethnicity.
ETHS 10 Introduction to African American and Black Studies

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify major concepts and theories of ethnic studies.
  • Apply standpoints of African American communities to describe their lived experiences and struggles.
  • Critically analyze the intersection of race and ethnicity with other forms of social differences in African American communities.
  • Evaluate active engagement with anti-racist and anti-colonial social justice movements in African American communities.
  • Produce a document that analyzes the lived experiences and struggles of African American communities by applying major theories and concepts of ethnic studies.
ETHS 20 Introduction to Asian American Studies

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify major concepts and theories of ethnic studies.
  • Apply standpoints of Asian American communities to describe their lived experiences and struggles.
  • Critically analyze the intersection of race and ethnicity with other forms of social differences in Asian American communities.
  • Evaluate active engagement with anti-racist and anti-colonial social justice movements in Asian American communities.
  • Produce a document that analyzes the lived experiences and struggles of Asian American communities by applying major theories and concepts of ethnic studies.
ETHS 30 Introduction to Chicanx and Latinx Studies

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify major concepts and theories of ethnic studies.
  • Apply standpoints of Chicanx and Latinx communities to describe their lived experiences and struggles.
  • Critically analyze the intersection of race and ethnicity with other forms of social differences in Chicanx and Latinx American communities.
  • Evaluate active engagement with anti-racist and anti-colonial social justice movements in Chicanx and Latinx American communities.
  • Produce a document that analyzes the lived experiences and struggles of Chicanx and Latinx American communities by applying major theories and concepts of ethnic studies.
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Film Studies

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
FLMS 2 Introduction to Film Studies

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare and contrast major film types and film genres.
  • Analyze films in terms of their formal elements, e.g. narrative structure, mise-en-scene, cinematography, editing, and sound.
  • Describe the evolution of cinema as an art form and a business, referencing the major film styles and industries in film history.
FLMS 7

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Pitch short film and video scripts and create screenplays using the required formatting of professional screenwriting.
  • Analyze screenplays for their formal and technical characteristics, as well as their story structures and themes.
  • Demonstrate the process of narrative script development for both fiction and non-fiction films, referencing the essentials of visual storytelling.
  • Describe the history and role of scripts and screenplays in the film, television, and video industries.
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Fire Service Technology

Division: PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
FST 1 Fire Protection Organization

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain the educational requirements and duties of a firefighter.
  • Explain the purpose of the various Fire Protection agencies.
  • Identify and explain the use of common fire department apparatus and equipment.
FST 2 Principles of Fire and Emergency Services Safety and Survival

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define the role of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) related to Firefighter Health and Safety mandates.
  • Identify the 16 Firefighter Life and Safety Initiatives and their benefits for preventing Firefighter deaths and injuries.
  • Identify the means of preventing firefighter’s deaths and injuries through a wellness and health program.
FST 3 Fire Behavior and Combustion

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze Physical Conditions which determine the states of matter and how they influence firebehavior.
  • Compare and contrast methods and techniques of fire extinguishment.
  • Define basic terms and concepts related to fire behavior and chemistry.
FST 4 Fire Prevention

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define the national fire problem including causes, damages, and public and firefighter fatalities.
  • Explain the responsibilities and functions of the fire prevention bureau in relationship to the fire department organizational structure.
  • Identify local, state and federal fire prevention organizations and regulatory agencies.
  • Research the minimum professional qualifications at the state and national level for Fire Inspector and Fire Investigator.
FST 5 Fire Protection Systems

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe fire protection systems in various structures and the history of sprinkler ordinances and legislation.
  • Describe the components of a fire alarm system and different types of detectors and how they detect fire.
  • Explain the operation and application of portable fire extinguishing systems.
  • Identify the components of sprinkler, standpipe and foam systems.
FST 6 Building Construction for Fire Protection

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the hazards and tactical considerations associated with the various types of building construction.
  • Explain the different loads and stresses that are placed on a building and their interrelationships.
  • Identify major types of building construction.
  • Identify the indicators of potential structural failure as they relate to firefighter safety.
FST 7 Fire Service Conditioning & Physical Agility Development

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Perform proper lifting and carrying techniques to include safe, efficient and effective use of "Tools of the Trade"
  • Complete the testing parameters of the Nationally approved and recognized Certified Physical Agility Test (CPAT)
  • Understand how to maintain and develop the components of fitness through increased muscular strength and muscular endurance, cardiovascular endurance and recovery, and increased flexibility and balance.
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French

Division: A&H (Arts and Humanities)
FREN 1A Beginning French

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Communicate orally at the beginning level.
  • Comprehend spoken French at the beginning level.
  • Write at the beginning level.
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Geography

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
GEOG 1 Introduction to Physical Geography

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Understand the difference between divergent, convergent and transform plate boundaries.
  • Understand the global wind patterns and how they form.
  • Understand the reasons why the seasons change.
GEOG 1L Introduction to Physical Geography Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Diagram and identify (explain) earth / sun relations).
  • Identify major climate controls and be able to explain why certain climates are located where they are.
  • Locate plate boundaries based on the type of tectonic activity and be able to explain why they are located where they are.
GEOG 2 Cultural Geography

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define, describe and explain the Multi-Nuclei model or urban development.
  • Differentiate between the different types of cultural diffusion.
  • Explain the Demographic Transition Model.
GEOG 15 Introduction to GIS

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Understand the core functionality of ArcGIS Pro software.
  • Implement basic GIS tasks as spatial analysis, set map projections, find data online, create spatial data, symbolize and label maps, classify data, map layout construction, navigate digital maps.
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Geology

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
GEOL 1 Physical Geology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define and identify the geology of divergent, convergent and transform plate tectonic environments.
  • Identify and define the basic properties of minerals.
  • Identify and differentiate the basic ages of the Geologic Time Scale.
GEOL 1L Physical Geology Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate and differentiate mineral samples.
  • Evaluate and differentiate rock samples.
  • Evaluate and interpret geologic diagrams encapsulating geologic histories.
GEOL 12L Introduction to Oceanography Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Construct bathymetric contours.
  • Evaluate (test and identify) sea floor samples.
  • Interpret bathymetric maps.
GEOL 20 Earth Science for Educators

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define and identify the geology of divergent, convergent, and transform plate tectonic environments.
  • Define the basic propertiesof minerals.
  • Evaluate and differentiate rock samples.
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Global Studies

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
GS 1 Introduction to Global Studies

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze a current event using a variety of international news sources.
  • Apply world systems theory to explain global phenomena.
  • Identify concrete examples of the various ways that culture is globalized.
  • Produce an academic document which connects sociological research methods to globalization theory.
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Graphic Design and Digital Media

Division: A&H (Arts and Humanities)
GDDM 2 Wordpress and Content Management Systems

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Determine the best content management system to use for a given web development project.
  • Develop dynamic websites using content management systems.
  • Install and set up WordPress and other content management systems such as Joomla and Drupal.
  • PHP and JavaScript/jQuery to create child and a basic custom theme in WordPress.
GDDM 12 2D Animation

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critically analyze and refine their own animation work based on self-evaluation, peer feedback, and examples of animation from the larger media culture.
  • Analyze the role of animation as a medium within both historical and contemporary art practices.
  • Individually and collaboratively create original animated artworks using a variety of methods.
  • Identify and incorporate principles of animation into their animation projects.
  • Incorporate related media skills relevant to animation such as camera operation, character/creature design, environmental layout, sound recording and editing, story boarding, script writing.
GDDM 51 Color Theory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the different interactions of color and how it affects color perception and to be able to revise/adjust color combinations to achieve color harmony.
  • Explain the difference between additive and subtractive color models and identify the appropriate instances to use each color model.
  • Make compositional decisions using color as the main design element by selecting colors appropriate to a project's design and communication goals.
  • Recognize traditional color schemes and color relationships when looking at color combinations.
GDDM 53 Adobe Photoshop I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create photographic montages using Adobe Photoshop.
  • Use Photoshop tools to manipulate images for retouching, color correction, and basic adjustments.
  • Use various tools for creating Selections, Mask, and Alpha Channels to isolate and manipulate images.
GDDM 54 Adobe Illustrator I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create new Illustrator Documents efficiently and open existing Illustrator Documents for editingand modification: set-up/launch, retrieve, save for print and screen.
  • Demonstrate understanding of the Pen Tool, individual anchor points, and Bezier handles, andbe able to manipulate artwork on a point-by-point level.
  • Use Illustrator at the most basic level to create illustrations and simple graphic designs.
  • Work in the Illustrator interface with facility.
GDDM 56 Introduction to Graphic Design

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critically analyze graphic design problems and artwork solutions.
  • Design and assemble a technically proficient body of two-dimensional design work that demonstrates the successful visualization of ideas and applies the fundamental knowledge and related set of skills to produce two-dimensional design work.
  • Develop and practice and the knowledge and skills to work in two-dimensional spaces utilizingthe basic elements and principles of design: unity, balance, scale, hierarchy, emphasis, similarity and contrast, pattern and texture, color, etc.
  • Generate effective design processes by utilizing the fundamental design elements, such as:Squares, dots, lines, text and mass for creating effective compositions; current trends in visual communication.
GDDM 57 Branding and Identity Design

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify and understand the collaborative nature of the design process and the multiple areas of focus and/or specialization required to create professional design work, including project management, art direction, lead design, art production, as well as the outside talents such as writing, photography, illustration and calligraphy.
GDDM 58 Adobe Photoshop II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply design principles in relationship to digital image painting manipulation, illustration and other composition tasks.
  • Compose and manipulate a variety of images from various sources into photo-realistic composites.
  • Create accurate electronic files for delivery to screen (web, app development, multimedia) and print (prepress, photo prints).
  • Generate special effects in Photoshop using filters, adjustment layers, layer masks, and layer effects.
GDDM 59 Adobe Illustrator II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create artwork that is easy to revise and demonstrate the ability to modify by changing the color scheme, filters, and other appearance attributes.
  • Incorporate raster images into their work and be able to develop their artwork using both raster and vector art.
  • Set up a perspective grid using the perspective tools and apply the basic principals of linear perspective.
GDDM 64 Adobe InDesign I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply the fundamental principles and considerations of page layout design by properly setting up a document to correct trim, bleed, margins, page count, and folds.
  • Create an effective layout by combining text and images and manage all related art assets for press ready output.
  • Effectively combine text and images into a single layout and manage all related art assets for final output.
  • Effectively use type with appropriate consideration to typeface, style, size, location, and formatting in regards to legibility and readability of text.
  • Identify various image formats, its features and its limitations and to use appropriate image types in page layouts at the correct size, resolution, and color space.
  • Utilize typographic tools and typesetting features in InDesign, demonstrating the ability to select the appropriate font, style, size, location, and formatting in regards to legibility of text.
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Health

Division: PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
HEA 1 Introduction to Personal Health

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify their modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for personal health.
  • Locate health information related to their individual behavior change process and evaluate the credibility of those sources.
  • Integrate and apply scientific research into their individual behavior change process.
  • Feel empowered to implement positive health behaviors.
HEA 3 Women's Health

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate health-related messages about women in popular media sources.
  • Identify and discuss sexual rights issues as related to sexual health and responsible sexual behavior.
  • Identify the modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for health.
  • Integrate scientific research into her or his behavior change process.
  • Locate credible health information.
HEA 7 Introduction to Public Health

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Discuss the multiple determinants of health.
  • Recognize the impact of policies, laws, and legislation on both individual and population health.
  • Recognize the importance of key events, studies, and milestones in the history and development of the field of public health.
  • Utilize credible sources of health data and information, and communicate that information to a wide range of audiences through an array of media.
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History

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
HIST 1 Western Civilization to 1600

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain the major political, economic, social, and cultural developments in Western Civilization before 1600, their causes and effects, and their historical significance.
  • Explain the significance of major discoveries and developments in technology, science, art, architecture, and literature.
  • Identify and distinguish the physical and political geography of Western Civilization.
  • Analyze and interpret primary and secondary sources.
  • Construct an argument using historical evidence.
HIST 4 World History since 1500

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain political, economic, social, cultural, and environmental developments across natural, regional, and cultural boundaries since 1500.
  • Explain the history of modern world civilizations through analytical categories of race, class, gender, ethnicity, and nationality.
  • Identify the ways trade, migration, warfare, and cultural and biological exchanges have affected nations and societies since 1500.
  • Interpret primary and secondary sources.
  • Construct an argument using historical evidence.
HIST C1001 United States History to 1877 (Formerly HIST 7)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain the major social, cultural, economic, demographic, technological, and diplomatic developments in United States History through Reconstruction, their causes and effects, and their historical significance.
  • Describe the development of, and debates concerning, democracy and citizenship in the United States from its founding through Reconstruction.
  • Describe the origins, nature, development, and significance of slavery in the British colonies and the United States.
  • Describe the experiences of indigenous peoples of North America through Reconstruction.
  • Construct an argument using historical evidence.
  • Analyze and interpret primary and secondary sources.
HIST C1002 United States History since 1865 (Formerly HIST 8)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze major political trends, attitudes, conflicts, and events - including both mainstream and reform efforts - and to explain their historical significance.
  • Explain America's growth in a global context.
  • Explain the major social, cultural, economic, and technological developments in United States History since Reconstruction, their causes and effects, and their historical significance.
  • Explain U.S. History through analytical categories of race, class, gender, and ethnicity.
  • Interpret primary and secondary sources and to compose an argument which uses them, as appropriate, for support.
HIST 14 History and American Cultures of California

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain the historical significance of geography and environment in California.
  • Explain the history of California through analytical categories of race, class, gender, ethnicity, and nationality.
  • Explain the impact of California history on the economic, political, social, and cultural development of the United States.
  • Explain the major political, economic, social, and cultural developments, their causes and effects, and their historical significance.
  • Interpret primary and secondary sources and to compose an argument which uses them, as appropriate, for support.
HIST 25 American Indian History

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify and explain the major changes to American Indians resulting from European contact and colonization as well as from the formation and expansion of the United States.
  • Identify and explain the historical antecedents of the major contemporary issues facing American Indians.
  • Interpret primary and secondary sources relating to American Indian history and to compose a historical argument which uses them, as appropriate, for support.
  • Identify and explain key individuals, events, turning points, and social and cultural patterns in American Indian history.
HIST 32 U.S. Women's History

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate skills in speaking and writing effectively while incorporating theoretical perspectives in Women’s History and research methodology.
  • Explain the significant social, cultural, and economic developments and their impact upon women’s lives.
  • Interpret primary and secondary sources.
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Honors

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
HNRS 1 Honors Research Seminar I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Prepare and execute a scholarly paper and/or presentation.
  • Constructively collaborate with students from different disciplines.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the research process across disciplines.
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Horticulture

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
HORT 50 Introduction to Horticulture

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of the photosynthetic process.
  • Propagate a plant by taking vegetative cuttings.
  • Propagate plants by germinating seeds and caring for seedlings.
HORT 51 Fall Plant Material Identification

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Choose appropriate plants based on their climatic needs.
  • Identify Fall landscape plants by their botanical and common names.
  • Select the proper care and maintenance of landscape plants.
HORT 59 Landscape Design

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate understanding of fundamental landscape design principles and how to move through the design process.
  • Draw landscape site plans and planting plans within acceptable landscape architectural standards.
  • Demonstrate elements and procedures involved in the client-designer relationship during the landscape plans development process.
  • Demonstrate graphics drawing skills for landscape architectural design.
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Humanities

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
HUMN 2 Introduction to Film Studies

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare and contrast major film types and film genres.
  • Analyze films in terms of their formal elements, e.g. narrative structure, mise-en-scene, cinematography, editing, and sound.
  • Describe the evolution of cinema as an art form and a business, referencing the major film styles and industries in film history.
HUMN 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare and contrast major film types and film genres.
  • Analyze films in terms of their formal elements, e.g. narrative structure, mise-en-scene, cinematography, editing, and sound.
  • Describe the evolution of cinema as an art form and a business, referencing the major film styles and industries in film history.
HUMN 4 Global Cinemas

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain how and why human beings creatively express themselves through the arts.
  • Express and explain their appreciation of works of visual art, music, literature, theater, and film.
  • Organize and evaluate works of art based on historical period and using the elements and principles of art studied in class.
HUMN 6 Nature and Culture

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Articulate their own personal aesthetic of the natural world.
  • Describe examples of how the natural world has been creatively depicted in visual arts, media, literature, philosophy, and music.
  • Evaluate theories of environmental aesthetics.
HUMN 11 Culture and the Arts I: Ancient World to the Renaissance

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Articulate their own personal aesthetic of the natural world.
  • Describe examples of how the natural world has been creatively depicted in visual arts, media, literature, philosophy, and music.
  • Evaluate theories of environmental aesthetics.
HUMN 28 World Mythology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze major texts of world mythology, both in terms of their insights and functions in the ancient world and in contemporary society.
  • Apply major theoretical approaches to mythology to interpret myths from world cultures.
  • Distinguish mythic sources in literature, music, and the visual arts.
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Interior Design

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
INTD 5 Principles of Interior Design

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use a tape measure and an architectural scale to measure and draft a simple one room floor plan.
  • Gather information to develop a board of wood species and stain colors to present to the client.
  • Demonstrate how to measure for flooring products and present the materials, pricing and flooring diagram to the client.
  • Apply colors, patterns and textures in room design and professionally present the 2 rooms to clients using the principles of design.
INTD 30 Fundamentals of Lighting

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Select appropriate lighting sources for specific uses in residential and commercial applications.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the different categories of lighting: ambient, task, decorative, direct and indirect.
  • Learn the process by which fixtures selection should begin to include the proper scale and hanging heights.
  • Understand existing residential lighting installations.
  • Show their ability to make proper fixture selections in a given space.
INTD 45 Basic Kitchen and Bathroom Design

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Design a kitchen or bath with a recognition of codes and guidelines affecting safety and functionality for the user.
  • Be fully aware of the specific and unique challenges of kitchen and bath design.
  • Have knowledge of various mechanical/technical infrastructure within their floor plan.
  • Write complete and correct materials and product specifications.
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Journalism and Media Studies

Division: A&H (Arts & Humanities)
JAMS 1 Introduction to Mass Communications

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create a comparative analysis of how different media outlets cover a single news story.
  • Describe the history, social impact, economics, and regulation of Journalism and Media Studies.
JAMS 2 Introduction to Media

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the differences between new media technologies and traditional forms of mass communication, such as radio, television, and film.
  • Critically analyze the negative and positive impacts of technology on society.
JAMS 11 Introduction to Reporting and Newswriting

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Research and write a news story demonstrating skills in writing a lead, integrating quotations, showing balance, using proper mechanics and style, and conforming to industry standards of law, ethics, and taste.
JAMS 21A Express College Newspaper A

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create The Express, demonstrating increasing understanding of use of headlines and text, architecture and design, content and organization, and elements that serve to establish a house style.
JAMS 21B Express College Newspaper B

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critique The Express, demonstrating intermediate-level understanding of the standards of journalism, including effective use of journalistic writing style, visuals, design, layout, and editing.
JAMS 21C Express College Newspaper C

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critique The Express, demonstrating intermediate-to-advanced understanding of the standards of journalism, including effective use of journalistic writing style, visuals, design, layout, and editing.
JAMS 21D Express College Newspaper D

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critique The Express, demonstrating advanced understanding of the standards of journalism, including effective use of journalistic writing style, visuals, design, layout, and editing.
JAMS 22 Express Editorial Board

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Serve as a leader for the weekly college newspaper, The Express, recognizing, acquiring, producing, and distributing content; student will lead others in increased understanding of standards of journalism and design and increased understanding of online distribution.
JAMS 24A Naked Magazine: College Magazine A

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Contribute to the student magazine, Naked, with an increasing degree of proficiency, demonstrating professionalism, functional skills, teamwork, commitment to the organization, and completion of assigned stories and visuals in proper magazine style.
  • Design and edit stories and visuals in proper magazine style at a beginner level.
JAMS 24B Naked Magazine: College Magazine B

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Design and edit stories and visuals in proper magazine style at an intermediate level.
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Kinesiology

Division: PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
KIN 1 Sports Nutrition

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Communicate nutrition information using credible resources.
  • Analyze and evaluate dietary intake relative to government guidelines and recommendations for athletes.
  • Describe the basic principles of nutrition as they relate to sports performance.
KIN 3 Sports in Films & Documentaries

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Discuss the use of tropes and clichés in sports movies by incorporating broad subject knowledge and perspectives.
  • Identify the 5 disparate types of sports documentaries and explain why and how they are used.
  • Identify theoretical strategies for critically analyzing sports movies and documentaries.
KIN 6 Personal Trainer

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Design a safe and effective workout program.
  • Describe the role of a personal trainer in the scope of the allied health care profession.
KIN 16 The Successful Student Athlete

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of CCCAA regulations for eligibility and show an understanding of NCAA regulations for transfer and immediate eligibility.
KIN 18A Athletic Training Practicum 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate techniques in passive stretching.
  • Apply first aid and acute care for wounds and injuries.
  • Demonstrate appropriate taping techniques for joint stability and injury prevention.
  • Complete an injury evaluation.
KIN 18B Athletic Training Practicum 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate proper organization and management of a clinical setting.
  • Apply therapeutic modalities.
  • Evaluate musculoskeletal injuries and perform orthopedic tests.
  • Demonstrate proper legal and ethical behaviors expected of clinical practitioners.
KIN 18C Athletic Training Practicum 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a high level of care and responsibility to a diverse population.
  • Utilize evidence-based research from a variety of sources and apply the results in the evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries.
  • Assist in the operations and management of the clinical setting and athletic event sideline.
  • Assist in the development of a rehabilitation program.
KIN 19 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate and recognize injury conditions.
  • Describe methods for treating and rehabilitating athletic injuries.
  • Design a basic rehabilitation program.
KIN 24 Sport Psychology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the relationship between coach expectations and athlete performance.
  • Identify guidelines for coaches for building team cohesion.
KIN 30 Introduction to Kinesiology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify a number of career options following a degree in kinesiology.
  • Identify programs of study within the field of Kinesiology.
KIN 32A Fall Intercollegiate Men's Basketball

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Communicate the responsibilities and assignments of each position on the basketball court from an offensive and defensive standpoint.
  • Demonstrate proper ball handling, passing, and shooting technique.
  • Demonstrate the physical training (i.e., strength, speed, conditioning) needed to compete at the intercollegiate level.
KIN 38B Intercollegiate Men's Soccer

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an increase in fitness.
  • Understand and apply the laws of the game during an official soccer match.
KIN 41A Pre-Season Intercollegiate Women's Basketball

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Perform advance defensive phases of Basketball (zone and player to player defense in the half court and full court).
  • Perform advance offensive phases of Basketball (dribble, pass and shoot through team half court sets, transitional sets, press breakers and out of bounds plays).
  • Be in the proper shape to compete at the collegiate level.
  • Be prepared to tryout and possibly make the Las Positas College basketball team.
KIN 41B Fall Intercollegiate Women's Basketball

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate and understand how to work with teammates in a positive environment.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the playing rules and acceptable conduct, behavior, and demonstrate good sportsmanship that is associated with being an intercollegiate athlete.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the physical training (i.e., strength, speed, conditioning) needed to compete at the intercollegiate level in women's basketball.
  • Demonstrate acquired defensive skills through competition: 1 out of 2 successful attempts (zone and player to player) in the half court and full court.
  • Demonstrate acquired offensive skills through competition: 4 out of 5 successful attempts (dribble and pass) and 2 out of 5 attempts (shooting) through half court sets, transitional sets, press breakers and out of bounds plays.
KIN 48B Intercollegiate Women's Soccer

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an increase in fitness level.
  • Understand and apply the laws of the game during an official soccer match.
KIN 60 Intercollegiate Water Polo - Men's

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate and apply etiquette and sportsmanship through intercollegiate competition
  • Demonstrate appropriate offensive and defensive strategies to compete at the intercollegiate level.
  • Demonstrate effective throwing, catching, and shooting mechanics.
KIN 65 Intercollegiate Water Polo - Women's

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate and apply etiquette and sportsmanship through intercollegiate competition
  • Demonstrate appropriate offensive and defensive strategies to compete at the intercollegiate level.
  • Demonstrate effective throwing, catching, and shooting mechanics.
KIN BD 1 Badminton 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Assess strategies to apply maximum movement pressure on your opponent(s).
  • Identify when and how to apply defensive tactics to limit your opponent’s attacking angles.
KIN BD 2 Badminton 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate when to defend (lift) and wait for a better counter-attacking opportunity.
  • Recognize when to apply an attacking doubles formation, and when to apply a defensive formation.
KIN BD 3 Badminton 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Illustrate the block defense and when to employ this strategy in doubles play.
  • Select when to apply movement pressure and when to hit to the middle.
KIN BL1 Bowling 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Differentiate the four basic shots in bowling.
  • Display appropriate bowling etiquette.
KIN BL2 Bowling 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Differentiate the four basic shots in bowling.
  • Display appropriate bowling etiquette.
KIN BL3 Bowling 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate the Four-Step Approach to bowling.
KIN BL4 Bowling 4

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate the Four-Step Approach to bowling.
KIN FJW1 Fitness Jog Walk 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare and contrast various methods of evaluating exercise intensity.
  • Demonstrate an increase in their cardiorespiratory fitness.
  • Demonstrate safe walking posture, gait, and foot placement while walking at an easy pace.
KIN FJW2 Fitness Jog Walk 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Calculate the "Target Heart Rate Formula."
  • Demonstrate an increase in their cardiorespiratory fitness.
  • Demonstrate safe walking posture, gait, and foot placement while walking at a moderate pace.
KIN FJW3 Fitness Jog Walk 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Complete a training walk using accelerations every 100 yards.
  • Identify the nutritional needs for recreational or competitive events.
  • Calculate the "Target Heart Rate Formula."
  • Complete a mile distance while doing a combination of walking and jogging within 15 minutes.
  • Complete one mile walking in under 20 minutes.
KIN FJW4 Fitness Jog Walk 4

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Design an effective warm up and cool down.
  • Estimate their maximum heart rate and identify their target heart rate.
  • Walk and jog safely and effectively as a way to exercise and develop their overall aerobic fitness level.
KIN GBW1 Guts and Butts Workout 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an increase in their core and glute strength.
  • Demonstrate proper form during beginning level exercises that target the gluteal and abdominal musculature.
  • Identify the major muscle groups of the gluteal and abdominal musculature.
KIN GBW2 Guts and Butts Workout 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate proper form during intermediate-level exercises that target the gluteal and abdominal musculature.
  • Demonstrate proper form during beginning level exercises that target the gluteal and abdominal musculature.
  • Increase their core and glute strength.
KIN GBW3 Guts and Butts Workout 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate proper and safe form while doing intermediate/advanced strength training movements.
  • Identify the major muscle groups of the body.
KIN GBW4 Guts and Butts Workout 4

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate proper form while performing advanced strength training movements.
  • Create an effective full body strength training workout utilizing the 5 main movement patterns.
KIN GF1 Golf 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the influence of alignment and grip on ball flight.
  • Distinguish between the overlapping, interlocking and ten-finger grips.
KIN GF2 Golf 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify the effects of a strong, weak and neutral grip.
  • Illustrate how a golfer creates lag in the golf swing.
KIN GF3 Golf 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify the effects of a strong, weak and neutral grip.
  • Illustrate how a golfer creates lag in the golf swing.
KIN GF4 Golf 4

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Sequence their down-swing by commencing with a rotation of the hips and torso, before exerting force with the shoulders, arms and hands.
  • Assess the significance of the hip pivot movement and its role in creating distance in golf ball flight.
KIN PL1 Pilates 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate correct alignment for Pilates mat work.
  • Demonstrate neutral spine, c-shape, and scoop.
KIN PL2 Pilates 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply knowledge of core stabilization during Pilates exercises.
  • Correctly utilize Pilates props.
  • Demonstrate an increase in core strength.
KIN PL2 Pilates 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply knowledge of core stabilization during Pilates exercises.
  • Correctly utilize Pilates props.
  • Demonstrate an increase in core strength.
KIN SWF1 Swimming for Fitness 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Illustrate a personalized training program based upon aquatic training principles.
  • Demonstrate improvement in a timed swim.
KIN SWF2 Swimming for Fitness 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a training methodology that will increase power and speed in swimming.
  • Demonstrate improvement in a timed sprint swim.
KIN SWF3 Swimming for Fitness 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an improvement in a timed 500 yard swim.
  • Demonstrate an improvement in a timed mid-distance swim.
  • Demonstrate threshold pace throughout a given set.
KIN SWF4 Swimming for Fitness 4

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate improvement in a timed distance swim.
  • Demonstrate the benefit of interval training and pacing through demonstrated improvement in a timed 20 minute swim.
  • Identify the benefits of interval training and pacing as they relate to distance training.
KIN VB1 Volleyball Beginning

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate cooperation and team work within round-robin play.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the basic terminology and skills needed to participate in volleyball.
KIN VB2 Volleyball Intermediate

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate basic skills to include forearm passing, setting, attacking, digging, blocking, and serving.
  • Explain basic rules for indoor volleyball.
  • Perform agility footwork general to athletics and sport specific to volleyball.
KIN VB3 Volleyball Advanced

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Perform the 4 serves, float, top spin, overhead and jump serve, taught in the course. A final skills assessment will be given.
  • Be knowledgeable of the collegiate and international rules of volleyball. A rules exam will be given during the course.
KIN WT1 Weight Training 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate proper form while performing beginning level weight training exercises.
  • Display appropriate gym etiquette.
  • Identify the major muscle groups utilized in weight training exercises.
KIN WT2 Weight Training 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an increase in muscular strength.
  • Demonstrate proper form while performing intermediate weight training exercises.
  • Identify which major muscle groups are activated during specific weight training exercises.
KIN WTW1 Weight Training 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate appropriate weight room etiquette.
  • Demonstrate proper form when executing beginning-level weight training exercises.
  • Express weight training’s benefits and effect on long-term health.
KIN WTW2 Weight Training 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Distinguish between cardio equipment and musculoskeletal equipment to develop overall body endurance.
  • List 4 different circuits and the difference between each that is performed in class.
KIN YO1 Yoga 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an increase in their flexibility.
  • Demonstrate proper alignment in beginning level asanas.
  • Utilize various breathing techniques used in a yoga practice.
KIN YO2 Yoga 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate proper alignment in intermediate level asanas.
  • Describe the benefits of breathing techniques used in a yoga practice.
  • Identify the eight limbs of yoga.
KIN YO3 Yoga 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create and demonstrate a logical flow of yoga poses.
  • Demonstrate intermediate/ advanced yoga poses with proper alignment and appropriate breathing technique.
KIN YO4 Yoga 4

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the eight limbs of Yoga using proper Sanskrit terminology.
  • Demonstrate and name 2-4 intermediate/advanced yoga poses in both English and Sanskrit.
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Mathematics

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)
MATH 1 Calculus I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Construct an optimization model and use it to find the desired quantity.
  • Evaluate and interpret a definite integral.
  • Find the roots of a function using Newton's method.
  • Find the volume of a solid of revolution using washers or shells.
  • Integrate a function involving a u-substitution.
MATH 2 Calculus II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Determine an arc length using parametric equations.
  • Determine the interval of convergence for a power series.
  • Evaluate an integral using a power series representation.
  • Integrate a function using a partial fraction expansion.
  • Numerically evaluate an integral using Simpson's Rule and determine the error.
MATH 3 Multivariable Calculus

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate a surface integral.
  • Evaluate a surface integral for vector functions using parameterization of the surface or using the Divergence theorem.
  • Interpret directional derivatives, including the gradient.
  • Solve an optimization problem by using the method of LaGrange multipliers.
MATH 5 Ordinary Differential Equations

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Construct and interpret the solution of a mass-spring system.
  • Model an RLC using differential equations.
  • Use a 4th order Runge-Kutta algorithm to solve an equation numerically.
  • Use the method of Laplace transforms to solve differential equation.
MATH 7 Elementary Linear Algebra

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Determine if a set is a subspace of a vector space.
  • Diagonalize a matrix.
  • Set up a system of Linear Equations to represent a network and then solve the system.
  • Use software to solve a least squares problem.
MATH 10 Discrete Mathematical Structures

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create an undirected graph that represents the network of objects in a set and find a minimum spanning tree for the graph.
  • Determine whether a relation is an equivalence relation.
  • Use mathematical reasoning and counting techniques to correctly enumerate the number of ways in which a specified event can occur.
  • Write a coherent formal proof using mathematical induction.
MATH 21 Precalculus

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Graph and identify the main features of a precalculus level function without using a graphing utility.
  • Model a precalculus level application.
  • Define trigonometric functions in terms of a right triangle, using coordinates of a point and distance from the origin, and using the unit circle.
  • Solve a multi-step trigonometric equation.
MATH 34 Business Calculus

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze problems involving limits and continuity.
  • Evaluate derivatives.
  • Evaluate indefinite and definite integrals.
  • Set up and solve applications of derivatives, including the use of appropriate technology.
  • Solve problems involving functions of two variables.
MATH 39 Trigonometry

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define trigonometric functions in terms of the right triangle, using coordinates of a point and distance from the origin, and using the unit circle.
  • Identify and describe the period, amplitude and phase shift of a sine or cosine function.
  • Solve a trigonometric equation that does not involve any of the standard angles as solutions, making usage of a calculator necessary.
  • Solve a trigonometric equation using factoring and identities.
  • Solve an application problem using law of sines or law of cosines.
MATH 47 Mathematics for Liberal Arts

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop and use an appropriate model (linear or exponential) for a given problem.
  • Identify a set that can be represented as a union or intersection of two other sets and describe this set in the context of an applied problem.
  • Solve a financial problem involving amortization.
  • Translate a statement into symbolic logic notation.
MATH 55 Intermediate Algebra

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Interpret the results of an applied math problem at an intermediate algebra level.
  • Identify a set that can be represented as a union or intersection of two other sets and describe this set in the context of an applied problem.
  • Simplify expressions at an intermediate algebra level.
  • Solve a multi-step equation at an intermediate algebra level.
MATH 55C Concurrent Support for Intermediate Algebra

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use effective strategies to read mathematical text for understanding.
  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the student's likelihood of succeeding in their academic goals (such as time management, study skills, identifying his/her individual growth mindset, brain research on learning).
  • Organize and justify their mathematical thinking on Intermediate Algebra problems.
  • Use a problem-solving process to read mathematical problems with understanding, identify relevant information, define variables, execute relevant procedures and interpret results in the context of the problem.
  • Use learning strategies to identify and communicate in their own words the key concepts of Intermediate Algebra.
MATH 66 Math Jam for Calculus I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply prerequisite mathematical topics at a higher level.
  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the student's likelihood of succeeding in his or her academic goals (examples of topics include brain research, identifying his/her individual growth mindset, personal time management, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.).
  • Formulate short-term and long-term learning objectives based on their academic goal(s).
  • Identify skills needed to become a more productive, successful, and independent learner.
MATH 66C Concurrent Support for Calculus I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the likelihood of succeeding in their academic goals, such as identifying individual growth mindset and learning about brain research, personal time management, study skills, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.
  • Identify challenging mathematics topics and be able to communicate in writing the correct strategies and processes for solving relevant mathematics problems.
  • Read mathematical writing with understanding and use this skill as preparation to solve relevant mathematics problems.
  • Utilize online and other technological resources effectively to enhance their understanding of a mathematics topic.
MATH 67 Math Jam for Calculus II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the student's likelihood of succeeding in his or her academic goals (examples of topics include brain research, identifying his/her individual growth mindset, personal time management, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.).
  • Apply prerequisite mathematical topics at a higher level.
  • Identify skills needed to become a more productive, successful, and independent learner.
MATH 67C Concurrent Support for Calculus II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Utilize online and other technological resources effectively to enhance their understanding of a mathematics topic.
  • Read mathematical writing with understanding and use this skill as preparation to solve relevant mathematics problems.
  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the likelihood of succeeding in their academic goals, such as identifying individual growth mindset and learning about brain research, personal time management, study skills, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.
MATH 68 Math Jam for Calculus III

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the student's likelihood of succeeding in his or her academic goals (examples of topics include brain research, identifying his/her individual growth mindset, personal time management, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.).
  • Apply prerequisite mathematical topics at a higher level.
  • Identify skills needed to become a more productive, successful, and independent learner.
MATH 100C Concurrent Support for SLAM Mathematics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the likelihood of succeeding in their academic goals, such as identifying individual growth mindset and learning about brain research, personal time management, study skills, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.
  • Identify challenging mathematics topics and be able to communicate in writing the correct strategies and processes for solving relevant mathematics problems.
  • Read mathematical writing with understanding and use this skill as preparation to solve relevant mathematics problems.
  • Utilize online and other technological resources effectively to enhance their understanding of a mathematics topic.
MATH 101C Concurrent Support for BSTEM Mathematics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the likelihood of succeeding in their academic goals, such as identifying individual growth mindset and learning about brain research, personal time management, study skills, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.
  • Identify challenging mathematics topics and be able to communicate in writing the correct strategies and processes for solving relevant mathematics problems.
  • Read mathematical writing with understanding and use this skill as preparation to solve relevant mathematics problems.
  • Utilize online and other technological resources effectively to enhance their understanding of a mathematics topic.
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Mindfulness

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
MIND 15 Introduction to Mindfulness

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate the practical skills of mindfulness meditation including deepening concentration and building resilience.
  • Demonstrate competence in communicating about experiences in meditation and about one’s own mindfulness practice.
  • Analyze and appraise contemporary theories and research about mindfulness practice.
  • Describe the historical significance of various ancient meditative traditions and their impact on current mindfulness and meditative practices.
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Marketing

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
MKTG 50 Introduction to Marketing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Categorize the four Ps of marketing.
  • Communicate the marketing concept and how it applies in both for-profit and nonprofit organizations.
  • Model consumer behavior in the consumer decision making process.
MKTG 56 Marketing Strategies

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply customer service principles to retain and grow customer loyalty through recognized consistent systematic improvement processes and use of social media.
  • Compare the tools and techniques used to create and enhance profitable customer service experiences in the traditional and digital sales environment.
  • Create effective online marketing strategies and campaigns, and employ free web analytics tools to track and measure success.
MKTG 61 Professional Selling

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate the consumers reasoning process when making a buying decision.
  • Express the functions performed by sales people in the United States economic system.
  • Incorporate the techniques of persuasion.
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Music

Division: A&H (Arts and Humanities)
MUS 1 Introduction to Music

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze particular musical works with regard to style and technical elements.
  • Outline the broad history of music in the Western Art Music tradition, both sacred and secular.
  • Synthesize and integrate general musical analysis into short analytical papers about music.
MUS 4 Jazz in American Culture

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze particular musical works with regard to style and technical elements.
  • Compare the parallel political and social climate that has affected jazz's evolution.
  • Through informed listening and reading, students should be able to apply critical thinking and writing to distinguish the different styles of jazz and its most important pioneers and innovators.
MUS 6 Basic Music Skills

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Construct major/minor scales and demonstrate a basic comprehension of key relationships.
  • Correctly notate basic rhythms, melodies, and harmonic progressions.
  • Develop a comprehension of typical music notation through harmonic and formal analysis of the literature.
MUS 8A Music Theory and Musicianship 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze basic chord progressions using standard Roman Numeral analysis.
  • Hear music with understanding, recognizing patterns, and musical function. To demonstrate this ability, students should be able to aurally identify all intervals - ascending, descending, and harmonic.
  • Transcribe and correctly notate basic rhythms and melodies.
MUS 10A Music Theory and Musicianship 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze harmonic, melodic, and formal elements of chromatic music using a variety of techniques and approaches.
  • Transcribe and correctly notate moderately advanced rhythms, chord progressions, and melodies.
  • Utilize their knowledge of music theory to compose a variety of short pieces.
MUS 13 History of Rock and Roll

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Articulate the influence of modern technology on musical instruments and recording techniques.
  • Differentiate between various styles of rock and popular music.
MUS 15 Jazz Ensemble

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an adherence to recognize standards of professionalism in a rehearsal setting.
  • Demonstrate the ability to play on pitch in a section and ensemble as directed by a conductor.
  • Perform stylistically appropriately to the period/style of the composition.
MUS 16 Philharmonic Orchestra

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • At the end of the semester the students will demonstrate the ability to play on pitch in a section and ensemble as directed by a conductor.
  • Perform stylistically appropriately to the period/style of the composition.
  • Students will demonstrate an adherence to recognized standards of professionalism is a rehearsal setting.
MUS 17 Jazz Combo

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop mastery of improvisation based on study of jazz masters.
  • Perform jazz repertoire at an introductory level.
  • Transcribe and perform basic musical licks in all 12 keys.
MUS 21A Beginning Piano

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate basic piano technique using proper hand position, posture, and fingering.
  • Practice course material effectively on their own.
  • Practice, perform, and memorize scales, chords, and simple harmonic progressions.
MUS 21B Intermediate Piano

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply intermediate music theory when performing scales, chords, and progressions.
  • Employ intermediate piano technique and incorporate it into daily practice.
  • Practice, master, and memorize intermediate repertoire in a variety of styles while displaying accurate rhythm, fingering, and expression.
MUS 22A Scoring for Film and Multimedia 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze a piece of music by recognizing instrumentation, thematic development, and compositional intent.
  • Create original music for film, games, and other types of multimedia projects.
  • Have a foundational skill set for working with digital audio workstation software and recording technology.
MUS 22B Scoring for Film and Multimedia 2

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create detailed, professionally produced original music for film, games, and other types of multimedia projects.
  • Critically analyze a scene, cue, or any implementation of music in media by exploring its musical and extra-musical characteristics.
  • Skillfully work with digital audio workstation software, MIDI, and recording technology.
MUS 23A Elementary Voice

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an acute awareness of diction, vowels, and pronunciation in English and Italian singing.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of the basic anatomy and physiology involved in tone production and the respiratory system and its contribution to singing.
  • Present a polished performance of two songs. These songs must be memorized and demonstrate an improvement in vocal technique (clarity of tone, resonance and breath support) as proscribed by the instructor.
MUS 23A Intermediate Voice

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an acute awareness of diction, vowels, pronunciation, and introductory IPA proficiency in multiple languages.
  • Demonstrate demonstrate advanced knowledge of the anatomy and physiology involved in tone production and the respiratory system and its contribution to singing.
  • Present a polished performance of two songs. These songs must be memorized and demonstrate an improvement in vocal technique (clarity of tone, resonance and breath support) as proscribed by the instructor.
MUS 28 Keyboard Skills

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply theory and technique to a variety of piano repertoire.
  • Perform all triads, and major and minor scales in all keys with appropriate technique.
  • Sight-read and perform intermediate piano excerpts.
MUS 34 Music in Film

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Distinguish the styles of prominent film music composers and their contributions to the field of film scoring.
  • Recognize significant trends in the history of American film scoring and their relationship to developments in American cinema, both technological and cultural.
MUS 35 Introduction to Music Technology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain and demonstrate basic principles of sound and acoustics.
  • Understand and be able to demonstrate basic techniques in using a a Digital Audio Workstation with MIDI capability.
  • Understand and demonstrate general music technology concepts, equipment, software, and industry practices.
MUS 38 Applied Lessons

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Successfully demonstrate the Applied Lessons Requirements (organize by semester of study) as outlined by the music department faculty.
  • Complete successful music performances and final jury or recital demonstrating overall improvements and advancement in individual study.
  • Complete the required number of lessons, on-campus practice hours, musical exercises, and repertoire as assigned by the instructor.
MUS 41 Instrumental Chamber Music

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Adhere to recognized standards of professionalism is a rehearsal setting.
  • Play on pitch in a section and ensemble as directed by a conductor.
  • Perform a variety of chamber or orchestral repertoire.
  • Perform stylistically appropriately to the period/style of the composition.
MUS 45 Chamber Choir

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate appropriate stage appearance and overall ability through multiples performances of music in a variety of cultural styles.
  • Demonstrate improvements in advanced rhythms, intonation, overall musicianship, and ability to carry one’s part singing within an ensemble.
  • Demonstrate successful ensemble methods, adhering to director’s instructions.
MUS 46 Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate advanced overall musicianship and ability to carry one’s part singing within an ensemble.
  • Demonstrate advanced understanding of the performance sound system, including safe set-up, take-down, and operation.
  • Demonstrate appropriate stage appearance and overall ability through multiple performances of music in a variety of cultural styles.
  • Perform intermediate solo improvisation using appropriate syllables and articulations.
MUS 48 Improvisation Lab

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate facility and technique in performing improvisations in solo and ensemble contexts.
  • Perform, memorize, and interpret repertoire in a variety of styles.
MUS 50 Live Concert Sound

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply effective communication and stage management skills in coordinating with performers, stage crew, and production staff during a live event.
  • Assess the quality of a live audio mix taking into consideration compression, EQ, reverb, and acoustics.
  • Implement an appropriate plan for running sound for a live event, including microphone placement and selection, wiring, monitors, audience mix, and equipment care and management.
MUS 145 Piano Technology 1

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Tune upright and grand pianos at a basic level using industry standard equipment.
  • Make basic repairs to upright and grand pianos.
  • Voice a piano at a basic level.
MUS 147 Piano Technology 3

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Tune upright and grand pianos at an intermediate level using industry standard equipment.
  • Make intermediate repairs to upright and grand pianos.
  • Voice a piano at an intermediate level.
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Noncredit Automotive Technology

Division: PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
NAUT L1 Advanced Engine Performance

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply service manual procedures to the vehicle.
  • Apply emissions safety precautions.
  • Diagnose engine driveability problems using a scanner and multimeter.
NAUT A1 Engine Repair

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Install a timing chain.
  • Apply engine repair safety precautions.
  • Apply safety precautions in shop lab exercises.
NAUT A9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply safety in all lab conditions.
  • Diagnose and repair diesel engine mechanical systems.
  • Diagnose and repair diesel turbo systems.
NAUT CA1 Engine Repair Concepts

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use service information to research a repair.
  • Apply engine repair safety precautions.
  • Obtain and interpret powertrain data related to the engine.
NAUT CA9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines Concepts

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use service information to research a repair.
  • Diagnose and repair diesel engine mechanical systems.
  • Diagnose and repair diesel turbo systems.
NAUT CL1 Advanced Engine Performance Concepts

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use service information to research a repair.
  • Apply emissions safety precautions.
  • Diagnose engine driveability problems using a scanner and multimeter.
NAUT INT Introduction to Automotive

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Recognize and apply shop safety precautions.
  • Perform an oil change with 100% accuracy.
  • Follow proper vehicle lifting procedures.
NAUT INTL Introduction to Automotive Hands-On Lab

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Test engine coolant.
  • Perform an oil change with 100% accuracy.
  • Recognize and apply shop safety precautions.
NAUT LABA

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply service manual procedures to the vehicle.
  • Apply safety in all lab conditions.
  • Work autonomously in a shop environment.
NAUT SDR Specified Diagnostic and Repair

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply electrical theory to battery systems.
  • Apply safety precautions in shop lab exercises.
  • Obtain and interpret scan tool data.
NAUT CSDR Specified Diagnostic and Repair Concepts

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use service information to research a repair.
  • Obtain and interpret scan tool data.
  • Apply safety precautions in shop lab exercises.
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Noncredit Aviation

Division: PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
NAVI 201 Orientation to Drones and Unoccupied Aerial Systems (UAS)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

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NAVI 202A Drone Photography and Videography

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

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NAVI 203 FAA Remote Pilot Certificate Exam Preparation

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

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Noncredit Business

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
NBUS 233 The Fundamentals of Personal and Family Financial Planning

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify and categorize the financial statement elements associated with the balance sheet and income statement.
  • Compare the common types of consumer credits including credit cards and installment loans.
  • Develop a comprehensive personal financial plan.
  • Explain fundamental economic considerations that affect decision-making in personal finance.
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Noncredit Computer Information Systems

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)
NCIS 211 Google Career Certificates

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Assess their skills and interests for IT careers.
  • Prepare for a job interview.
  • Identify major IT related Google Career Certificates.
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Noncredit English

Division: A&H (Arts and Humanities)
NENG 215 Personalized Coaching for Academic Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify and use a multi-step process for reading and writing assignments.
  • Identify and use strategies to improve self-efficacy, including campus supports.
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Noncredit English as a Second Language

Division: A&H (Arts and Humanities)
NESL 203 School Matters 1: Language Skills for Supporting Your Child's Learning

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Produce meaningful written communication for a K-12 teacher with effective grammar, spelling and vocabulary.
  • Understand main ideas and details in written correspondence from a K-12 classroom.
  • Use speaking and listening skills to have meaningful conversations with a K-12 teacher.
NESL 204 School Matters 2: Language Skills for Your Child's School Community

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use listening and speaking skills to communicate clearly with K-12 office administrators.
  • Understand main ideas and details in a variety of texts from a K-12 school.
  • Research and analyze school resources and school engagement opportunities.
NESL 213 Speaking and Listening Fluency for Academic and Professional Purposes

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Present a researched topic accurately, professionally and persuasively.
  • Understand main ideas and details in an oral presentation like an academic lecture or TED Talk.
  • Distinguish between fact, opinion, and inference in an oral presentation.
NESL 220A Intermediate Grammar for Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Discuss aspects of English using standard grammar terminology, including the parts of speech, parts of a sentence (subject, verb, direct object, indirect object, gerund, infinitive, prepositional phrase, and noun phrase), modal, and simple, compound, and complex sentences.
  • Distinguish subjects, verbs, direct objects, prepositional phrases, gerund phrases, infinitive phrases, and infinitives of purpose in simple, compound and complex sentences with adverb clauses.
  • Produce the verb forms (base form, past form, past participle, and present participle) and verbs that are frequently followed by a gerund or an infinitive for the verbs on the 0-1000 word list and select verbs from the 1000-2000 word list.
  • Select and use the correct verb tense (simple present and past, present and past progressive, future and present perfect) for verbs on the list of the most common 0-1000 verbs and select verbs from the 1000-2000 word list, especially the irregular verbs.
NESL 220B High-Intermediate Grammar for Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use standard grammar terminology to analyze and discuss English in written discourse: parts of speech, parts of a sentence (subject, verb, direct object, indirect object, gerund, infinitive, prepositional phrase, and noun phrase), modal, and simple, compound, and complex sentences.
  • Distinguish subjects, verbs, direct objects, prepositional phrases, gerund phrases, infinitive phrases, and infinitives of purpose in simple, compound and complex sentences with adverb, adjective and noun clauses.
  • Produce verb forms (base, past, past participle, and present participle) and verbs that are frequently followed by a gerund or an infinitive from the verbs on the list of most common 0-2000.
  • Select and use the correct verb tense (simple, progressive, perfect, and perfect progressive: present, past, future) for verbs on the list of the most common 0-2000 words, especially the irregular verbs.
NESL 221A Intermediate Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a low-intermediate ability to identify main ideas and supporting details in level-appropriate texts.
  • Produce an essay of three or more paragraphs that demonstrates level-appropriate and coherent writing through organization, development, and language use.
NESL 221B High-Intermediate Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a high-intermediate ability to identify main ideas and supporting details in level-appropriate texts.
  • Produce an essay of four or more paragraphs that demonstrates level-appropriate and coherent writing through organization, development, and language use.
NESL 223 Intermediate Oral Communication

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Comprehend a short lecture on an academic topic.
  • Research and make a five-minute presentation on a new topic.
  • Take dictation of sentences and questions.
  • Use academic vocabulary and expressions.
NESL 230A Beginning Grammar for Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Name the parts of speech, the parts of a basic sentence (subject, verb, object), types of sentences: simple and compound, and common phrases (noun phrase, prepositional phrase).
  • Distinguish subjects, verbs, objects, and prepositional phrases in simple sentences.
  • Produce the verb forms (base form, past form, past participle, and present participle) for the verbs on the list of most common 0-500 words.
  • Select the correct verb tense (simple present, simple past, present progressive and future) for the verbs on the list of the most common 0-500 word list, especially the irregular verbs.
NESL 230B High-Beginning Grammar for Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use standard grammar terms to identify the parts of speech, parts of a sentence (subject, verb, direct object, indirect object, gerund, infinitive, prepositional phrase, noun phrase) modal, and simple, compound, and complex sentences.
  • Distinguish subject, verb, objects, and phrases (noun, prepositional, gerund, and infinitive) in simple and compound sentences.
  • Produce the verb forms (base form, past form, past participle, and present participle) and verbs that are frequently followed by a gerund or an infinitive for the verbs on the list of most common 0-1000 words.
  • Select and use the correct verb tense (simple present, simple past, present progressive and future) for the verbs on the list of the most common 0-1000 words, especially the irregular verbs.
NESL 231A Beginning Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a low-beginning ability to identify main ideas and supporting details in level appropriate texts.
  • Produce paragraphs of 8-12 sentences that demonstrate level appropriate and coherent writing through organization, development and language use.
NESL 231B High-Beginning Reading and Writing

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a high-beginning ability to identify main ideas and supporting details in level appropriate texts.
  • Produce paragraphs of 12-15 sentences that demonstrate level appropriate and coherent writing through organization, development and language use.
NESL 233 Beginning Oral Communication

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Participate in discussions in one-to-one and small group situations on a variety of topics.
  • Use level-appropriate grammatical structures, vocabulary, and idiomatic expressions for a variety of communicative purposes.
  • Take dictation of sentences and questions.
  • Retell the plot and/or main ideas from news items, movies, lectures, or presentations.
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Noncredit French

Division: A&H (Arts and Humanities)
NFRN 201 Noncredit Beginning French for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Communicate orally at the beginning level.
  • Comprehend spoken French at the beginning level.
  • Write at the beginning level.
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Noncredit Kinesiology

Division: PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
NKIN PLOA Pilates for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain the physiological principles of palates and how they improve bone density, muscular endurance, and metabolism.
  • Demonstrate care and safety while performing palates movements.
  • Utilize props to efficiently modify poses.
NKIN SWOA Swimming for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate competency of beginning-level swimming skills; including basic swim strokes (competitive and noncompetitive) for 25 yards.
  • Illustrate the basic breathing techniques for each of the strokes.
  • Demonstrate competency of beginning level swimmers, including floating skills, and comfort in the water.
NKIN WTOA Weight Training for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Design a safe and effective exercise program.
  • Demonstrate proper operation procedures for various cardio and fitness equipment.
  • Demonstrate proper form while performing weight training exercises.
NKIN YOOA Yoga for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain and integrate the principles of strength training and joint support to promote overall health and independence in aging.
  • Apply appropriate modifications and props to adapt poses safely.
  • Demonstrate improved mobility, balance, and coordination through yoga sequences designed for functional movement and stability.
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Noncredit Mathematics

Division: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)
NMAT 200C Concurrent Support for SLAM Mathematics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the likelihood of succeeding in their academic goals, such as identifying individual growth mindset and learning about brain research, personal time management, study skills, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.
  • Identify challenging mathematics topics and be able to communicate in writing the correct strategies and processes for solving relevant mathematics problems.
  • Read mathematical writing with understanding and use this skill as preparation to solve relevant mathematics problems.
  • Utilize online and other technological resources effectively to enhance their understanding of a mathematics topic.
NMAT 201C Concurrent Support for BSTEM Mathematics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the likelihood of succeeding in their academic goals, such as identifying individual growth mindset and learning about brain research, personal time management, study skills, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.
  • Identify challenging mathematics topics and be able to communicate in writing the correct strategies and processes for solving relevant mathematics problems.
  • Read mathematical writing with understanding and use this skill as preparation to solve relevant mathematics problems.
  • Utilize online and other technological resources effectively to enhance their understanding of a mathematics topic.
NMAT 255C Concurrent Support for Intermediate Algebra

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Use effective strategies to read mathematical text for understanding.
  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the student's likelihood of succeeding in their academic goals (such as time management, study skills, identifying his/her individual growth mindset, brain research on learning).
  • Organize and justify their mathematical thinking on Intermediate Algebra problems.
  • Use a problem-solving process to read mathematical problems with understanding, identify relevant information, define variables, execute relevant procedures and interpret results in the context of the problem.
  • Use learning strategies to identify and communicate in their own words the key concepts of Intermediate Algebra.
NMAT 264 Math Jam for SLAM Preparation

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply prerequisite mathematical topics at a higher level.
  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the student's likelihood of succeeding in his or her academic goals (examples of topics include brain research, identifying his/her individual growth mindset, personal time management, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.).
  • Formulate short-term and long-term learning objectives based on their academic goal(s).
  • Identify skills needed to become a more productive, successful, and independent learner.
NMAT 265 Math Jam, for BSTEM & Calculus I Preparation

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply prerequisite mathematical topics at a higher level.
  • Develop study skills and life skills that will improve the student's likelihood of succeeding in his or her academic goals (examples of topics include brain research, identifying his/her individual growth mindset, personal time management, test taking and conquering math anxiety strategies, etc.).
  • Formulate short-term and long-term learning objectives based on their academic goal(s).
  • Identify skills needed to become a more productive, successful, and independent learner.
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Noncredit Music

Division: A&H (Arts and Humanities)
NMUS 215 Jazz Band for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an adherence to recognize standards of professionalism in a rehearsal setting.
  • Demonstrate the ability to play on pitch in a section and ensemble as directed by a conductor.
  • Perform stylistically appropriately to the period/style of the composition.
NMUS 216 Orchestra for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an adherence to recognized standards of professionalism is a rehearsal setting.
  • Demonstrate the ability to play on pitch in a section and ensemble as directed by a conductor.
  • Perform stylistically appropriately to the period/style of the composition.
NMUS 245 Chamber Choir for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate appropriate stage appearance and overall ability through multiple performances of music in a variety of cultural styles.
  • Demonstrate improvements in advanced rhythms, intonation, overall musicianship, and ability to carry one’s part singing within an ensemble.
  • Demonstrate successful ensemble methods, adhering to director’s instructions.
NMUS 246 Vocal Jazz Ensemble for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate overall musicianship and ability to carry one’s part singing within an ensemble.
  • Demonstrate understanding of the performance sound system, including safe set-up, take-down, and operation.
  • Demonstrate appropriate stage appearance and overall ability through multiple performances of music in a variety of cultural styles.
  • Perform solo improvisation using appropriate syllables and articulations.
NMUS 248 Vocal Jazz Ensemble for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Tune upright and grand pianos at a basic level using industry standard equipment.
  • Make basic repairs to upright and grand pianos.
  • Voice a piano at a basic level.
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Noncredit Psychology-Counseling

Division: Student Services
NPCN 209 Career/Major Exploration

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Articulate their goal or major.
  • Identify campus resources and navigate online platforms for career exploration.
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Noncredit Tutoring

Division: BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
NTUT 201 Tutoring Theory and Practice I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
  • Implement checks for understanding and assets before direct instruction.
  • Implement policies and procedures using tutor scheduling and timekeeping software.
NTUT 202 Tutoring Theory and Practice II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • List or write each tutoring step prior to using the strategy.
  • Use sequential checks for understanding to identify assets when supporting a student with ar written prompt.
  • Use appropriate instructional strategies for student deficits or invisible barriers.
  • Create a list of strategies that reduce the likelihood of repeating a mistake when problem-solving or practicing.
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Noncredit Theater

Division: A&H (Arts and Humanities)
NTHE 257 Performance in Musical Productions for Older Adults

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create and dramatize the behavioral life of a character during rehearsal and musical theater performance.
  • Evaluate and analyze a libretto and vocal score for rehearsal and musical performance.
  • Use characterization, singing technique and/or dance.
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Nutrition

PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
NTRN 1 Introduction to Nutrition Science

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply fundamental biological and biochemical principles to explain how nutrients function in the human body and influence health outcomes at both cellular and systemic levels.
  • Evaluate nutrition claims and research using scientific methodology and evidence-based reasoning, distinguishing between scientifically supported information and pseudoscience while recognizing nutritional science's limitations and evolving nature.
  • Analyze nutrient intake using evidence-based recommendations and create informed dietary recommendations based on current nutritional guidelines supported by scientific consensus.
NTRN 5 Sports Nutrition

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Communicate nutrition information using credible resources.
  • Analyze and evaluate dietary intake relative to government guidelines and recommendations for athletes.
  • Describe the basic principles of nutrition as they relate to sports performance.
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Occupational Safety and Health

PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
OSH 50 Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Articulate the historical development of occupational safety in the United States.
  • Discuss the various occupational safety and health disciplines and related roles and responsibilities.
  • Implement basic safety management principles, including hazard determination and control identification, development and implementation of effective training programs, accident investigation, and OSHA required record-keeping and reporting.
  • Write an effective health and safety program that complies with OSHA requirements and adequately protects workers.
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Philosophy

A&H (Arts and Humanities)
PHIL 1 God, Nature, Human Nature

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Effectively participate and express opinions in a group and whole-class setting in a way that is respectful and well thought-through.
  • Use philosophical methods to explain, apply and evaluate philosophical positions of their own and of significant historical figures.
PHIL 2 Ethics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply diverse abstract ethical theories to evaluate contemporary moral challenges.
  • Effectively participate and express opinions in a group and whole-class setting in a way that is respectful and well thought-through.
PHIL 4 Introduction to Philosophy: Knowledge

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Effectively participate and express opinions in a group and whole-class setting in a way that is respectful and well thought-through.
  • Use philosophical methods to explain, apply, and evaluate specific epistemic theories.
PHIL 6 Introduction to Logic

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply the basic principles of causal and probabilistic reasoning.
  • Identify, describe and evaluate the informal logical fallacies.
  • Use natural deduction to evaluate the validity of arguments in propositional logic.
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Photography

A&H (Arts and Humanities)
PHTO 50 Introduction to Photography

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate the three basic elements of photography awareness (framing, lighting, background) while shooting a single subject (i.e. person, bike, tree) from a variety of angles, formats (verticle, horizontal) and approaches (long, medium, close shot).
PHTO 56 Introduction to Digital Photography

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate the effective use of techniques used to control and enhance a given captured digital image, i.e. levels, contrast, hue/saturation.
PHTO 57 Intermediate Digital Photography

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create a printed hard-copy portfolio of class assignments.
  • Create an online portfolio of photographic images from class assignments.
PHTO 58 Introduction to Videography

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of both the technical and aesthetic aspects of video field production.
  • Correctly operate field and video equipment.
  • Successfully use an industry-standard digital video editing program to produce completed video projects combining video, sound, and titles.
PHTO 68 Color Field Photography

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Assemble a body of work for public exhibition. Images should be from class assignments.
  • Attend class field trips around the bay area to obtain images for assignments.
  • Make a slide presentation on an assigned thematic field shooting assignment, i.e. "urban cityscape".
PHTO 69 Intermediate Videography

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Successfully utilize field-recording equipment, such as off-camera microphones and audio mixers to improve sound quality of footage.
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Physics

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)
PHYS 1A General Physics I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze physical situations quantitatively using Newtonian mechanics and conservation laws.
  • Design and conduct laboratory experiments, and analyze and interpret their data.
  • Effectively communicate the methods, analysis, results, and conclusions of their own scientific experiments.
PHYS 1B General Physics II

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze physical situations quantitatively using principles of hydrodynamics, thermodynamics, harmonic motion, wave motion, and optics.
  • Design and conduct laboratory experiments, and analyze and interpret their data.
  • Effectively communicate the methods, analysis, results, and conclusions of their own scientific experiments.
PHYS 1C General Physics III

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze physical situations quantitatively using principles of electricity and magnetism.
  • Design and conduct laboratory experiments, and analyze and interpret their data.
  • Effectively communicate the methods, analysis, results, and conclusions of their own scientific experiments.
PHYS 2A Introduction to Physics I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze physical situations quantitatively using Newtonian mechanics, conservation laws, thermodynamics, hydrodynamics, and principles of harmonic and wave motion.
  • Design and conduct laboratory experiments, and analyze and interpret their data.
  • Effectively communicate the methods, analysis, results, and conclusions of their own scientific experiments.
PHYS 10 Descriptive Physics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe the ways in which scientific principles have shaped the modern world and relate to daily life.
  • Explain fundamental physical principles in mechanics, electricity and magnetism, thermodynamics, optics, relativity, and modern physics.
  • Use quantitative reasoning to determine relationships between physical quantities.
PHYS 10L Descriptive Physics Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare experimental results to accepted values and evaluate the accuracy of their experiment.
  • Effectively communicate the methods, analysis, results, and conclusions of their own scientific experiments.
  • Quantitatively analyze their laboratory data.
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Political Science

BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
POLS C1000 American Government and Politics

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze and critically assess various types of sources in the field of U.S. and California government and politics.
  • Demonstrate understanding and application of theories and concepts in U.S. and California politics.
  • Explain the civil liberties and civil rights of individuals as articulated in the U.S. Constitution and federal court decisions.
  • Explain the founding and development of the U.S. Constitution.
  • Identify and evaluate institutions, political processes, and political sciences concepts as they apply to the United States and California.
  • Research, synthesize, and argue a political thesis.
POLI 12 Introduction to California State and Local Government

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate understanding of California state and local government, and intergovernmental relationships.
  • Identify, evaluate, and critically assess the various structures and processes of California government, such as its diverse populous, geography, ideologies, and how these interact and affect public policy formation.
  • Show understanding of the complexity of California’s governing structure(s), including how we legislate, vote, live, and decide on our collective future.
POLI 30 International Relations

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Assess and analyze contemporary issues in international relations.
  • Demonstrate understanding and application of relevant international relations theories and apply them to contemporary political phenomena.
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Psychology

BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
PSYC C1000 Introduction to Psychology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, research methods, core empirical findings, and historic trends in psychology.
  • Discuss the impact of diversity on psychological research, theory, and application.
  • Apply theories, concepts, and findings in psychology for self-understanding, self-improvement, and lifelong learning.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills and information competence as applied to psychological topics, including discussion of ethical principles in research.
PSYC 3 Introduction to Social Psychology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, research methods, and empirical findings in social psychology.
  • Explain ways in which the influence of others, situational factors, and the surrounding culture affect human social behavior.
  • Analyze the ways in which social psychological principles and research apply to real world problems and issues.
  • Apply theories, concepts and findings in social psychology for self-understanding, self-improvement, and lifelong learning.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills and information competence as applied to topics in social psychology.
PSYC 4 Brain, Mind, and Behavior

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Discuss how bio-psychological knowledge and principles can be used to address and better understand a wide range of behavioral and physiological problems.
  • Exemplify with concrete examples various brain-behavior relationships including ingestive behavior, sexual behavior, sleep, learning, memory, stress, drug dependence, and psychiatric disorders such as affective disorders and schizophrenia.
  • Explain scientific approaches and methodologies used for the study of brain-behavior relationships.
  • Explain the general anatomy and physiology of the nervous system and its relationship to behavior.
PSYC 6 Abnormal Psychology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare and contrast the various theoretical perspectives on etiology and implications for treatment of various psychological disorders.
  • Define and use basic biological and psychological terminology to describe psychopathology and atypical behavior and mental processes.
  • Explain specific research methods and the ethical principles for the study and treatment of psychopathology.
  • Summarize the major disorder classifications and give concrete examples using appropriate diagnostic terminology (i.e., DSM).
PSYC 10 Psychology of Human Sexuality

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare the variations in sexuality found across social classes, ethnic groups, and other species.
  • Integrate the interaction of the biological bases of human sexuality with the psychological and historical influences in our society.
  • Trace the development of human sexuality from childhood to old age.
  • Understand and apply the different psychological theories to the study of human sexual behavior.
PSYC 12 Life-Span Psychology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the ways in which psychological principles and research apply to real world problems and issues across the lifespan.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills and information competence as applied to topics in human development.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, research methods, and empirical findings in human development.
  • Discuss biological, psychological, and sociocultural influences on lifespan development and the sources of developmental change.
PSYC 13 Psychology of Women

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the ways in which the course material could be applied to real world problems and issues.
  • Apply theories, concepts and findings in the field of psychology of women for self-understanding, self-improvement, and lifelong learning.
  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills and information competence as applied to topics in the field of psychology of women.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, research methods, and empirical findings in the field of the psychology of women.
  • Explain ways in which gender stereotypes, sexism, and various cultural influences affect genderrelated human behavior.
PSYC 17 The Psychology of Sleep and Dreams

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the methods used in the scientific study of sleep and dreams behavior.
  • Contrast the causes and treatments for the major sleep disorders.
  • Discuss the major theories and concepts of sleep and dreams.
PSYC 21 Psychology of Race and Identity

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Appraise one's own ethnic/cultural origins and one's biases towards certain groups.
  • Compare and contrast research biases in the study of individuals from diverse populations.
  • Compare and contrast the effects of prejudice, stereotyping, and discriminatory attitudes and behaviors upon majority and minority groups.
  • Describe skills that enhance cross-cultural communication, interactions, and relationships.
  • Describe stressors related to acculturation into a new society.
  • Explain how culture affects the conceptualization of mental health, symptomology and help seeking behaviors.
PSYC 25 Research Methods

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the structure of scientific inquiry, including the history and philosophy of scientific investigation.
  • Apply psychological content for personal, professional and lifelong learning goals.
  • Conduct scientific research in psychology that includes reviewing scientific literature, analyzing data using descriptive and inferential statistics, interpreting results, and communicating the research in APA style.
  • Discuss the advantages and limitations of different research methods used in psychological research, and the importance of reliability and validity in determining research quality.
  • Discuss the importance of ethical principles in psychological research involving human and nonhuman animals and the historical events that led to these principles.
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Psychology-Counseling

SS (Student Services)
PCN 5 Introduction to Social Work and Human Services

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze various case studies to determine the proper role of a social worker and the various factors influencing the situation.
  • Identify the legal, ethical, and professional practice responsibilities of working within social work and human service organizations.
  • Investigate social worker duties in dealing with a wide variety of difficult social issues such as discrimination, oppression, maltreatment, poverty and injustice.
PCN 10 Career and Educational Planning

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Define their top personal values that they want exemplified in their career choices and in life.
  • Demonstrate understanding of their personality strengths and synthesize this information towards their career decision making.
  • Set a short-term career or educational goal with specific steps to reach it.
PCN 13 Cultural Identity and Diversity in Social Work and Human Services

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the historical and contemporary experiences of Americans who are in the minority (e.g., ethnic minorities, LGBT, disabled, etc.) and who have experienced marginalization.
  • Explain and analyze the difference between stereotyping, prejudice, discrimination, and institutional racism.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the identity development theories and apply the course concepts to case studies.
PCN 18 University Transfer Planning

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Articulate an individualized educational pathway toward achieving his/her transfer goal(s).
  • Develop a Transfer Action Plan for an individual transfer goal.
  • Identify top transfer barriers and locate campus resources to help overcome barriers.
PCN 20 Thriving in College

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Assess their own self-awareness, responsibility, and motivation, and apply alternative strategies to enhance their college success.
  • Set and pursue long-term educational goals by selecting suitable courses.
  • Identify how their decisions influence their lives and understand the resulting outcomes.
PCN 30 Student Success and the College Experience

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Evaluate their personal level of self-awareness, responsibility, and motivation to integrate alternate strategies that support their college success.
  • Implement and develop long-range educational goals by identifying appropriate courses.
  • Locate and access resources and services on campus that promote and improve their learning.
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Radiation Safety

PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
RADS 40A Radiation Safety

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify the basic principles of atomic energy, radioactivity, and decay.
  • Assess hazards associated with the use of ionizing radiation.
  • Determine biological effects and risks from radiation exposure.
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Religious Studies

BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
RELS 1 Religions of the World

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Compare and contrast the teaching of major religious figures.
  • Identify the core beliefs of each major world religion.
RELS 3 Introduction to Women's Spirituality

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze and discuss religious symbolism in the spiritual writings of women across cultures.
  • Articulate the various ways in which women have expressed and enacted their spiritual experiences, insights, and understandings.
  • Compare and contrast the spiritual values of women across multi-cultural and multireligious perspectives.
  • Demonstrate a sensitivity to the ways in which gender issues shape women’s spirituality.
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Sociology

BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
SOC 1 Principles of Sociology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Outline major sociological theories.
  • Apply major sociological theories to world events.
  • Outline the symbiotic relationship between culture and social structure.
  • Explain how identities such as race, gender, sexuality, and class are socially constructed.
  • Produce a document that connects sociological research methods to sociological theory.
SOC 3 Introduction to Race and Ethnicity

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Describe relevant theories and concepts to accurately explain how race and ethnicity are socially constructed.
  • Identify institutional factors that produce racialized consequences on the lived experiences of Native Americans, African Americans, Hispanic/Latinx Americans, and Asian Americans.
  • Evaluate active social movements and relevant policy issues for racial justice and equity.
  • Produce an academic document by applying relevant theories and concepts from critical studies of race and ethnicity.
SOC 6 Social Problems

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Outline multiple sociological theories.
  • Apply sociological theory to current social problems.
  • Produce an academic document which connects sociological research methods to sociological theory.
SOC 12 Popular Culture

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify various theories of popular culture.
  • Outline the various processes of globalizing popular culture.
  • Outline the growing role of popular culture in the various stages of socialization.
  • Apply content analysis methodology to various popular culture mediums.
  • Identify the impact of popular culture consumption on our political processes.
  • Produce an academic document that connects sociological research to theories of popular culture.
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Spanish

A&H (Arts and Humanities)
SPAN 1A Beginning Spanish

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Comprehend spoken Spanish at the beginning level.
  • Orally communicate at the beginning level.
  • Write at the beginning level.
SPAN 1B Elementary Spanish

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Comprehend spoken Spanish at the advanced beginning level.
  • Orally communicate at the advanced beginning level.
  • Write at the advanced beginning level.
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Statistics

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)
STAT C1000 Introduction to Statistics (Formerly MATH 40)

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Build a frequency distribution for, and make a histogram of, quantitative data.
  • Determine whether or not there is significant correlation for a bivariate data set, and if so, fit a linear regression equation and use it for data prediction.
  • Perform the steps for a hypothesis test about a single population parameter and interpret the result.
  • Solve an application problem using the central limit theorem.
  • Use a computer program to make a graph of categorical data.
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Theater Arts

A&H (Arts and Humanities)
THEA 1 Conservatory Readiness

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Develop and articulate a personalized practice plan that demonstrates discipline, focus, and long-term artistic growth.
  • Apply mindfulness and self-care practices that support emotional resilience and sustainable artistry.
  • Analyze their own artistic process and identify personal sources of creative inspiration and resistance.
THEA 1A Theory/Practice of Acting I

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Participate with creativity and confidence in group theater exercises and improvisations.
  • Perform a scripted scene with a partner before a live audience.
  • Perform a short monologue at an audition.
  • Speak and write constructive criticism of acting in live performance.
  • Write a character and play analysis based on the play from which an acting scene has been assigned.
THEA 3A Beginning Improvisation

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply the rules of improvisation to in-class performances.
  • Define vocabulary terms used in Improvisation.
  • Demonstrate creative and supportive ensemble participation.
THEA 3B Intermediate Improvisation

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Critique a live improvisation and identify the use of accepted rules of engagement.
  • Demonstrate the ability to act appropriately and spontaneously to a variety of audio, visual, or written materials without prior rehearsal.
  • Synthesize the ideas of others within an improvisation.
THEA 3C Improvisation in Performance

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Determine audience appropriate language within an improvisational performance.
  • Evaluate in writing effective performance techniques of observed improvisation performances.
  • Perform effective vocal and physical performance techniques within an improvisational performance.
THEA 10 Introduction to Dramatic Arts

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze and evaluate the nature of theatre and its role in society.
  • Appreciate viewing theatre as an art form. Articulate a personal response to a live theater performance using proper theater terminology and concepts.
  • Critically analyze dramatic literature.
  • Serve as a member of a creative design process, simulating the complexities of creating live performance.
THEA 39B Musical Theater Workshop - Intermediate

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create a professional portfolio for auditioning with sheet music, resume and headshot/photo.
  • Demonstrate a responsible work ethic within a professional framework of collaboration in rehearsal and performance.
  • Examine major genres and contributors of the American Musical Theater.
  • Synthesize intermediate acting, movement and singing skills to create a truthful song performance.
THEA 39C Musical Theater Workshop - Advanced

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create a professional portfolio for auditioning with sheet music, resume and headshot/photo.
  • Demonstrate a responsible work ethic within a professional framework of collaboration in rehearsal and performance.
  • Examine major genres and contributors of the American Musical Theater.
  • Synthesize advanced acting, movement and singing skills to create a truthful song performance.
THEA 48A Technical Theater in Production - Beginning

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Recognize and use backstage and shop terminology, tools, materials and techniques.
  • Serve as a member of the running crew of a play or musical.
  • Work collaboratively with designers, technicians, and other theatre personnel.
THEA 48B Technical Theater in Production - Intermediate

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Operate and program, at a fundamental level, standard lighting, sound, or projection technology typically employed in a theatrical setting.
  • Serve in an entry-level leadership position or as a key member of a crew of a theatrical performance.
  • Work and problem solve in one or more areas of technical theater.
  • Work collaboratively with designers, technicians, and other theatre personnel.
THEA 48C Technical Theater in Production - Advanced

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify and produce all of the material typically required in one of the design areas, lighting, projection, sound, costume, or scenic.
  • Work as a designer or assistant designer at a beginning or intermediate level.
  • Work collaboratively with designers, technicians, and other theater personnel.
THEA 48D Technical Theater in Production - Capstone

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Work collaboratively with designers, technicians, and other theatre personnel.
  • Work in a managerial or supervisory role in a technical production area of a theatre company or a production.
THEA 50 Stagecraft

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze technical theatre production problems; evaluate alternatives and recommend solutions.
  • Recognize and use at a fundamental level terminology, tools, materials, and processes and techniques, typically found in a theatrical environment.
  • Recognize theatrical crew organization, and perform basic tasks typically associated with lighting, sound, scenic, or costume crews.
  • Work collaboratively with designers, technicians, and other theatre personnel.
THEA 57A Performance in Production - Introduction to Musical Theater

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create and dramatize the behavioral life of a character during rehearsal and musical theater performance.
  • Evaluate and analyze a libretto and vocal score for rehearsal and musical performance.
  • Use characterization, singing technique and/or dance.
THEA 57B Performance in Production - Beginning Musical Theater

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Complete a thorough and written character analysis, completed with imagined and specified historical background of the character.
  • Use at least two rehearsal techniques for creating character and making acting choices.
THEA 57C Performance in Production - Intermediate Musical Theater

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze the musical libretto to serve as support for fellow cast members.
  • Demonstrate characterization choices through physical movement such as body language and choreography.
  • Develop a personalized, systematic approach for memorization.
  • Research, practice, and prepare a series of personal physical and vocal warm-ups.
THEA 57D Performance in Production - Advanced Musical Theater

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Create a leading role character and perform this role in a live theater event.
  • Create and develop a vocal expression of a character.
  • Express a professional work ethic through collaboration, respect, and a positive attitude.
  • Integrate performance notes from the director, choreographer, and musical director at an accelerated pace.
  • Memorize libretto at an accelerated deadline.
THEA 58 Stage Combat

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Analyze a scripted scene for fight choreography notation.
  • Participate with safety and confidence in armed and unarmed stage combat.
  • Perform a short scene with armed and unarmed stage combat as a certification requirement.
  • Write a character and play analysis based on a reading of the play from which an acting scene has been assigned.
THEA 60 Business of Acting

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Assemble a headshot and resume for the purposes of auditioning and marketing materials.
  • Give critical feedback to the audition work of others.
  • Perform classical and contemporary short monologues.
  • Perform short scenes in a “Showcase” format.
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Viticulture and Winery Technology

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)
VWT 2 Wines of Europe

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Apply structured sensory evaluation techniques.
  • Analyze the relationship between terroir and wine style.
  • Identify key grape varieties and traditional blends.
  • Interpret European wine classification systems.
  • Differentiate major European wine regions.
VWT 20 Introduction to Enology

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Explain the impact that oak aging can have on the organoleptic components of red and white wines.
  • Explain the process of alcoholic fermentation.
VWT 25 Sensory Analysis of Wines

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Accurately describe a wine's qualities both objectively and subjectively and understand when each of these assessments are appropriate to apply.
  • Describe the organoleptic properties of both sound and flawed wines.
VWT 31 Fall Vineyard Operations

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate the knowledge of assessing the ripeness of grapes using multiple tools including digital and analog refractometers, a hydrometer, and by using a learned organoleptic approach.
  • Demonstrate the skills required to correctly prune a grapevine which has been trained to spur pruning including cordon and head trained vines.
  • Identify the external, structural components of a modern trellis system trained grape vine.
VWT 55 Wine Service and Sales

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify the external, structural components of a modern trellis system trained grape vine.
  • Describe the seasonal appearance and physiological functions of a grapevine from "pruned" dormancy to harvest.
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Welding Technology

PATH (Public Safety, Advanced Manufacturing, Transportation, Health & Kinesiology)
WLDT 55 Print Reading for Industry

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate GD&T symbol identification and usage.
  • Identify the three primary views in an orthographic drawing.
  • Read and interpret a detail part drawing.
WLDT 61 Welding Ferrous Metals

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the American Welding Society ferrous electrode numbering system.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Gas Metal Arc Welding, Flux Cored Arc Welding and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding used for joining ferrous metals.
WLDT 61AL SMAW Skills Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrate skills required to pass AWS D1.1 - 1G limited thickness A36 steel test plate using SMAW.
  • Demonstrate skills required to pass an AWS D1.1 - 1G limited thickness A36 steel test plate using FCAW.
WLDT 61BL FCAW Skills Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrate skills required to pass AWS D1.1 - 3G limited thickness A36 steel test plate using FCAW.
  • Demonstrate skills required to pass AWS D1.1 - 3G limited thickness A36 steel test plate using SMAW.
WLDT 62AL GTAW Skills Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrate skills required to pass AWS D1.1 - 1G limited thickness A36 steel test plate using GMAW.
  • Demonstrate skills required to pass AWS D1.1 - 1G limited thickness A36 steel test plate using GTAW.
WLDT 62BL GMAW Skills Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrate skills required to pass AWS D1.1 - 3G limited thickness A36 steel test plate using GMAW.
  • Demonstrate skills required to pass AWS D1.1 - 3G limited thickness A36 steel test plate using GTAW.
WLDT 67A Elementary Welding Skills Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrates self directed goals achievement.
WLDT 67B Basic Welding Skills Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrates achievement of self directed goals.
WLDT 67C Intermediate Welding Skills Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrates achievement of self directed goals.
WLDT 67D Advanced Welding Skills Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrates achievement of self directed goals.
WLDT 68 Certification Preparation

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrates self directed goals achievement.
WLDT 69AL Beginning Pipe Welding Skills Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrate skills required to pass AWS D1.1 - 2G - 6" Schedule 40 carbon steel pipe welding test with ER70S GTAW root and ER7018 SMAW cover.
  • Layout longitudinal and circumferential lines on a piece of pipe.
WLDT 69BL Beginning Pipe Welding Skills Laboratory

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrate skills required to pass AWS D1.1 - 5G - 6" Schedule 40 carbon steel pipe welding test with ER70S GTAW root and ER7018 SMAW cover.
  • Layout a mitered offset on a piece of pipe.
WLDT 70 Introduction to Welding

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safe use of SMAW equipment.
  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Identify welding electrodes used for common industrial welding processes/applications.
WLDT 71 Welding for the Arts

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate safety awareness in the welding workplace.
  • Demonstrate the ability to form a piece of metal to the desired shape based on a template.
  • Identify common metals used for creating metal sculpture.
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Women's Studies

BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
WMST 1 Introduction to Women's Studies

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Identify the multiple types of feminism that currently exist in the United States.
  • Illustrate connections between global, national, and local issues in relationship to women’s experiences and human rights.
  • Recognize the ways in which social institutions and power structures impact women’s lives.
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Work Experience

BSSL (Business, Social Science, and Learning Resources)
WRKX 94 Occupational Work Experience/Internship

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate development of professional work skills at the workplace.
  • Create a professional résumé.
WRKX 95 General Work Experience

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

  • Demonstrate development of professional work skills at the workplace.
  • Evaluate workplace performance in a reflective essay.