2023 CE Spring Classes

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There are thousands of classes to choose from. Most classes begin during this week. Some classes are called late-start classes and begin in the middle of the term.

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ANIM 100  Digital Paint and Ink
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71

Illustration skills used in digital animation and game production. Focuses on digital illustration tools, including painting and drawing using vector and bitmap for animation environments.

ANIM 101A  Drawing - Gesture and Figure
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71

Contemporary and traditional approaches to sketching the human figure using drawing techniques for rapid visualization. Emphasizes and develops perceptual and technical skills for capturing basic visual mechanics of motion and gesture.

ANIM 108  Principles of Animation
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71

Principles of drawing for traditional animation concentrating on the mechanics of movement, timing, and emotion for the creation of expressive line drawings.

ARTD 15A  Drawing: Beginning
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: ARTS 110)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71

An entry-level course emphasizing creative expression through the use of black and white drawing media. Emphasis is placed on basic drawing methods and skills, composition, and exploration of drawing media.

ANIM 100  Digital Paint and Ink
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71

Illustration skills used in digital animation and game production. Focuses on digital illustration tools, including painting and drawing using vector and bitmap for animation environments.

ANIM 122  Introduction to Virtual Reality Design and Technology
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71

Virtual Reality (VR) tools and technologies for the beginner. Through a series of hands-on projects, the student learns techniques, tools, and the thinking involved in constructing games, narratives, and visual communication using VR.

ANIM 130  Introduction to 3D Modeling
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71

Three-dimensional (3D) modeling techniques using animation and gaming industry-standard software.

ANIM 131  Introduction to Game Design
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71

Introduction to game art and game development including the principles, tools, and technologies for designing analog and computer games.

ANIM 140  Introduction to 3D Animation

3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71

Three dimensional (3D) character animation including staging, posing, timing, and motion as used in games, film, and television. Through a series of lectures and projects, the student gets an introduction to the 3D animation industry workflow and thinking.

ARCH 101  Design I - Elements of Design
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 54
Corequisite: ARCH 121

Design and design process including conceptualization, visualization, form making, presentation, expression, and site analysis of physical, contextual, and cultural aspects of design and the urban environment. Portfolio will be produced. Field trips are required.

ARCH 121  CADD and Digital Design Media Level I
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 54
Corequisite: ARCH 101

CADD (Computer Aided Design and Drafting) Level 1 and computer applications in architecture, engineering, and related fields including spreadsheet, drawing, and presentation application. Field trips required.

ARCH 121  CADD and Digital Design Media Level I
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 54
Corequisite: ARCH 101

CADD (Computer Aided Design and Drafting) Level 1 and computer applications in architecture, engineering, and related fields including spreadsheet, drawing, and presentation application. Field trips required.

MUSA 100  Fundamentals of Audio Technology
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, C-ID #: CMUS 100 X)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54

Fundamental terminology, equipment, techniques, and technical concepts related to audio technology. Topics include the basic principles and practices of signal flow, analog audio, digital audio, computer workstations, musical instrument digital interface (MIDI), synthesis, and sound recording utilizing modern hardware and software. These topics will be explored from a technical perspective.

MUSA 110  Acoustics for Audio Production
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54

Scientific and practical concepts of acoustic sound for audio production. Topics include the science of sound, sound generation, sound in the free field, acoustic spaces, psychoacoustics, and techniques for acoustic management. Students will be able to critically analyze acoustic phenomena and apply this knowledge in audio production settings.

MUSA 120  Electronic Music
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, C-ID #: CMUS 110 X)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54

Creative techniques and elements of electronic audio. Topics include digital audio workstations, musical instrument digital interface (MIDI), synthesis, sampling, sequencing, editing, composition, arranging, and mixing. Compositions are expected of students utilizing electronic audio techniques.

MUSA 130  Business of Audio Production
3 Units (Degree Applicable, C-ID #: CMUS 140 X)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 54   

Business and legal aspects of the audio industry. Topics include contracts, publishing, licensing, distribution, and copyright. In addition, the duties and responsibilities of producers, agents, managers, promoters, and performing artists will be examined. Students will gain a firm understanding of past and current business practices related to audio production.

HRM 52  Food Safety and Sanitation
2 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, C-ID #: HOSP 110)
Lecture: 36   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68

Sanitation practices affecting individual and commercial food service operations. Prevention and control of foodborne illnesses through flow of food and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) management. Also includes study of worker safety. Students will take a nationally recognized Food Safety Manager Certification exam as part of this course.

CUL 101  Professional Cooking Foundations
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54

Foundational skills required for future culinary course work. Topics include professionalism, food safety, menus and recipes, equipment identification, knife care and use, weights and measures, culinary nutrition, and principles of cooking.

CUL 102  Professional Cooking I
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, C-ID #: HOSP 160, HOSP 160 X)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54
Prerequisite: HRM 52
Formerly HRM 54.

Fundamental culinary principles, techniques, and operations. Professional cooking, tasting, and evaluating techniques for commercial operations. Students apply skills in product identification, ingredient handling, recipe costing, commercial recipe development, cooking fundamentals, and professional standards of commercial kitchen operations. Uniform and student knife set required. Students must be certified by a nationally recognized food safety organization.

CUL 104  Garde Manger
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54
Formerly HRM 81.

Preparation and presentation of cold kitchen foods, including sauces, soups, salads, sandwiches, appetizers, hors d'oeuvres, and buffets.

CUL 105  Baking and Pastry I
3 Units (Degree Applicable, C-ID #: HOSP 180 X)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54
Formerly HRM 82.

Preparation of baked goods and pastries, including breads, cakes, icing, laminated pastries, cookies, pies, tarts, and frozen and plated desserts.

CUL 107  World Cuisines
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54
Formerly HRM 83.

Preparation of world cuisines from Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas. Emphasis will be placed on regional dishes from each country or region covered.

CUL 111  Exploring Beverages
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54   

Production methods and service of non-alcoholic beverages, beer, wine, and spirits. Students identify beverages using sensory evaluation techniques. Selection, storage, service of wines, wine lists, and evaluation of wine will be emphasized. Students will also be introduced to food and wine pairing strategies. Beverage costing and profitability are discussed. Note: Students must be 21 years or older with a valid photo identification (ID) in order to taste alcoholic beverages. Students under 21 years of age will not be allowed to taste alcoholic beverages.

PHOT 9  Digital Image Editing for Photographers
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54

Software and techniques including digital workflow practices, digital image editing, enhancing and retouching methods commonly used in photography.

PHOT 10  Basic Digital and Film Photography
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54

The basic mechanical, optical, and chemical principles of photography, including traditional darkroom techniques and digital image systems. Laboratory experience involves problems related to camera and image editing and output techniques.

AERO 160  Unmanned Aircraft Systems Basic
4 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 54
Advisory: AERO 100

Piloting of Unmanned Aircraft Systems. This class includes instruction toward Remote Pilot certification Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 licensing. Students will receive instruction on the principles of operating unmanned aircraft systems, pre-flight, flight, and post-flight operations and procedures. Meets the preparation requirements for the FAA Remote Pilot knowledge examination. Field trips are required for this course.

ARTC 100  Fundamentals of Graphic Design
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, C-ID #: ARTS 250)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71
Advisory: ARTD 15A and ARTD 20

Fundamentals of graphic design for the commercial art industry. Technology, creativity, design, and production. Adobe Photoshop to produce effective commercial art.

ARTD 20  Design: Two-Dimensional
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: ARTS 100)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68

Two-dimensional composition in achromatic value and color using the elements and principles of art and design. Emphasis on vocabulary, theory, and analysis of the formal elements and principles as they apply to studio projects in design for all disciplines of the arts. Off-campus assignments may be required.

ARTC 100  Fundamentals of Graphic Design
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, C-ID #: ARTS 250)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 71
Advisory: ARTD 15A and ARTD 20

Fundamentals of graphic design for the commercial art industry. Technology, creativity, design, and production. Adobe Photoshop to produce effective commercial art.

PHOT 58  Photography & Video Social Media Marketing
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54

Basic photography, video, lighting, and image editing techniques for social media platforms, including live streaming to create and manage image content.

FASH 8  Introduction to Fashion
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Fashion industry as a whole, including raw materials, manufacturing, retailing, technology, world economics, globalization, and careers. Includes apparel design, manufacturing, retail merchandising, sales, promotion, textile production, and career opportunities.

FASH 9  History of Fashion
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Survey of Western costume and fashion from antiquity to contemporary times. Emphasis is placed on style development as it relates to social, economic, and political forces, and the relationship of historic styles to current fashion.

FASH 10  Clothing Construction I
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54

Essentials of industry standard apparel construction techniques using a variety of machines and equipment. Students will be given instruction in single needle machine operation, industrial overlock operation, and garment assembly.

FASH 14  Dress, Culture, and Identity
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

The interrelatedness of socio-psychological, economic, cultural, and political/religious influences on dress, adornment, and fashion in historical perspective. Includes cross-cultural analysis of Western and non-Western dress.

FASH 8  Introduction to Fashion
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Fashion industry as a whole, including raw materials, manufacturing, retailing, technology, world economics, globalization, and careers. Includes apparel design, manufacturing, retail merchandising, sales, promotion, textile production, and career opportunities.

FASH 17  Textiles
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54   

Introductory study of the physical and chemical properties of textiles. Textile fiber production, classification, properties, and identification. Textiles coloration and finishing processes. Relationship of fiber characteristics, coloration, and finishing processes to fabric properties, performance, legislation, and care.

FASH 25  Fashion Digital Illustration and Design
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54
Advisory: FASH 10

Technical fashion drawing techniques using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Includes drawing production flats, colorization, and digital fashion figures using a computer as a drafting tool. Exploration of popular computer techniques and apparel industry design methods.

FASH 59  Fashion Retailing
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Overview of fashion retailing, on site environments, online fashion stores, management, and multi-channel retailers. Principles focus on the fashion segment of the retailing industry and the merchandising of fashion products.

FASH 62  Retail Buying and Merchandising
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 72   
Advisory: MATH 51

Principles and practices used in retail buying and merchandising environment. This course emphasizes the buyer's role in merchandising management, quantitative retail formulas, costing calculations, pricing strategies, and managing profit. Students will apply concepts learned using Microsoft Excel.

FASH 63  Fashion Promotion
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Principles and techniques of integrated marketing communications for apparel wholesale and retail products. Emphasis focuses on principles of integrated marketing and communication strategy, market and consumer research, branding, and the comprehensive nature of promotion in the fashion merchandising environment and emphasizes the changing nature of promotion in a global marketplace.

ID 10  Introduction to Interior Design
2 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 36   

Interior design and the planning of total interior environments that meet individual, functional, and environmental needs. Field trips may be required.

ID 10L  Introduction to Interior Design Laboratory
1 Unit (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lab: 54
Corequisite: ID 10 (May have been taken previously)

Application of the interior design practice and the planning of total interior environments that meet individual, functional, and environmental needs. Field trips may be required.

ID 22  Design Drawing for Interior Design
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54

Communication elements required to convey design ideas to building trades via the written language of design and construction documents. Graphic and drawing techniques, including interior design graphics standards, building construction fundamentals, methods of drawings, computer aided drawing (CAD), and the basics of compiling construction documentation sets. Portfolio pieces will be produced. Field trips may be required.

JOUR 100  Introduction to Mass Communications
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: JOUR 100)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: ENGL 1A

Mass media and interrelationships with society, including history, structure, and trends. Additionally, the following topics will be covered as they pertain to the mass media: economics, law, ethics, technology, and such social issues as gender and cultural diversity.

JOUR 114  Student News Media Staff
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, C-ID #: JOUR 130)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 18   Lab: 108

Newsroom lab setting writing and producing the college student news publications. Researching, writing and editing articles for both publications; photography, videography, and multimedia to create stories and images for print, web and broadcast; layout, design and graphic illustrations. Basic fundamentals of journalism law and ethics.

R-TV 01  Introduction to Electronic Media
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68

History, structure, function, economics, content, and evolution of radio, television, film, the Internet, and new media. Includes the social, political, regulatory, ethical, and occupational impact of the electronic media.

 R-TV 11A  Beginning Radio Production
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Advisory: R-TV 01

Operation of standard radio production equipment for both tape-based and digital production utilizing various audio editing software technologies. Production skills concentrate on the use of voice, music, and sound effects as applied to a variety of broadcasting elements.

R-TV 17  Introduction to Podcasting
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54   

Introduction to podcasting, including programming, announcing, promotions, and legal and copyright issues through the creation of an actual podcast.

R-TV 38  Radio Broadcasting Rules and Regulations
1.5 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 27   
Corequisite: R-TV 01 (may have been taken previously)

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) rules, regulations, documentation, and licensing. SoundExchange rules regarding digital performances and the Digital Media Copyright Act and its impact on Internet streaming and podcasting.

R-TV 01  Introduction to Electronic Media
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68

History, structure, function, economics, content, and evolution of radio, television, film, the Internet, and new media. Includes the social, political, regulatory, ethical, and occupational impact of the electronic media.

R-TV 14  Media Aesthetics
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 1A

Media aesthetics for film, television, and other filmed entertainment. Examines the broad subject areas of form, content, aesthetics, meaning, cinematic history, and culture. Explores the diverse possibilities presented by the cinematic art form through an examination of a wide variety of productions, national cinemas, and film movements. Topics include modes of production, narrative and non-narrative forms, visual design, editing, sound, genre, ideology, and critical analysis. Stresses critical, theoretical and practical analysis. Material is presented from a producer and artist point of view and is intended for those pursuing a career in film, television, and other electronic visual media.

R-TV 18  Introduction to Screenwriting
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 1A

Screenwriting for television and motion picture production. Includes characterization, visualization, structure, and form.

R-TV 19A  Beginning Video Production
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54
Advisory: R-TV 14

Video production focused on in-studio and on-location single camera film-style production techniques. Introduction to the theory and best practices in the disciplines of digital cinematography, lighting for film and television, dialogue audio recording, in addition to mixing dialogue against sound effects and music. Directing narrative content. Editorial skills development using non-linear editing applications. Production of short-form narrative style content.

R-TV 24  American Film History
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 1A

History of American film and filmmakers from 1895 to the present. Development and changes are examined in relation to historical, sociological, economic, political, cultural, artistic, and technological contexts.

R-TV 25  World Cinema
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 1A

Worldwide cinema history and current global cinema trends. Growth of cinema in key countries from their beginnings to the present day. Both national and multinational co-productions are explored. Provides critical methodology and practical tools for examining and interpreting international film movements and genres.

R-TV 28  Introduction to Writing for Electronic Media
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68

Writing for cinema and electronic media. Conceptualization, structure, and writing dramatic and non-dramatic scripts for cinema, television, and new media.

R-TV 19A  Beginning Video Production
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54
Advisory: R-TV 14

Video production focused on in-studio and on-location single camera film-style production techniques. Introduction to the theory and best practices in the disciplines of digital cinematography, lighting for film and television, dialogue audio recording, in addition to mixing dialogue against sound effects and music. Directing narrative content. Editorial skills development using non-linear editing applications. Production of short-form narrative style content.

R-TV 19A  Beginning Video Production
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54
Advisory: R-TV 14

Video production focused on in-studio and on-location single camera film-style production techniques. Introduction to the theory and best practices in the disciplines of digital cinematography, lighting for film and television, dialogue audio recording, in addition to mixing dialogue against sound effects and music. Directing narrative content. Editorial skills development using non-linear editing applications. Production of short-form narrative style content.

R-TV 41  Video Engineering
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54

Video engineering for television, video assist for film, and other electronic media. Covers the role of the video engineer in a variety of settings, signal recording and distribution, wiring video systems for remote and studio productions, troubleshooting, and working with live productions.

ELEC 50A  Electronic Circuits - Direct Current (DC)
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 54
Advisory: Eligibility for MATH 51

Direct Current (DC) electrical circuits and their applications. Covers DC sources, analysis, test equipment, measurements, and troubleshooting of resistive devices and other basic components. Includes Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's law, and network theorems. (Students seeking a survey course in electronics should take ELEC 10, Introduction to Mechatronics, rather than ELEC 50A or 50B.)

ELEC 50B  Electronic Circuits (AC)
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 54
Advisory: ELEC 50A

Alternating Current (AC) electrical circuits and their applications. Covers AC sources, analysis (using complex numbers), test equipment, measurements, and troubleshooting of basic circuits with capacitors, inductors, and resistors. Includes impedance, resonance, filters, and decibels.

THTR 9  Introduction to Theater Arts
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: THTR 111)
Lecture: 54   

Aesthetic, artistic, technical, and business aspects of theater.

THTR 10  History of Theater Arts
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: THTR 113)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or ENGL 1AH or ENGL 1AM or AMLA 1A

Historical and anthropological development of dramatic literature and performance with an emphasis on non-Eurocentric, anti-racist, and anti-colonial perspectives.

THTR 11  Principles of Acting I
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: THTR 151)
Lecture: 54   

Introduction to the basic principles and techniques of acting as an artistic discipline. Analysis of the action, given circumstances, and language of dramatic literature. Rehearsal of monologue and scene work.

AIRC 10  Technical Mathematics in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
2 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 27   Lab: 27

Develops mathematical skills required for the study and application of air conditioning and refrigeration, including measurements and equations applied to heat loads, air distribution, electricity, and the design of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

AIRC 11  Welding for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
2 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 18   Lab: 54

Fundamentals of welding related to the field of air conditioning and refrigeration with emphasis on the sterile techniques and skills required for joining copper refrigerant lines and the procedures for light fabrication.

AIRC 12  Air Conditioning Codes and Standards
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54   

Building codes and standards as they apply to the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. Develops skills necessary to read and interpret building codes and resolve installation and service problems as they apply to the construction industry.

AIRC 20  Refrigeration Fundamentals
4 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 71

Principles of mechanical refrigeration based on the refrigeration cycle and associated mechanical components. Develops skills for interpreting service gauge pressures and sensible temperatures, system dehydration techniques, and the safe handling and containment of refrigerants.

AIRC 25  Electrical Fundamentals for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
5 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 72   Lab: 54

Electrical principles and practices used in air conditioning, refrigeration, and heat pump systems as applied to the development and interpretation of schematics and the sequential approach to wiring circuits including power supplies, motors, and controls. Develops skills for designing electrical circuits, and electrical trouble shooting.

AERO 100  Primary Pilot Ground School
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 72   

Aerodynamics, aircraft performance, Federal Aviation Regulations, aviation weather factors, and cross-country navigation procedures; provides introductory material on radio navigation, aeromedical factors, and radio communications procedures. Meets the preparation requirements for the FAA Private Pilot knowledge examination and FAA Air Traffic Control Basics.

 AERO 102  Aviation Weather
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Weather elements, atmosphere, weather mechanics, weather disturbances, weather analysis and forecasts. Evaluation of aviation weather reports and forecasts.

AERO 104  Federal Aviation Regulations
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), pertaining to pilot certification, aircraft maintenance, and general operating rules. Air traffic control practices and procedures and reporting of aircraft accidents.

AERO 152  Air Transportation
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Survey course of the air transportation industry. Topics include an introduction to air transportation, structure and economics of the airlines, general aviation operations, and aviation career planning.

AERO 100  Primary Pilot Ground School
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 72   

Aerodynamics, aircraft performance, Federal Aviation Regulations, aviation weather factors, and cross-country navigation procedures; provides introductory material on radio navigation, aeromedical factors, and radio communications procedures. Meets the preparation requirements for the FAA Private Pilot knowledge examination and FAA Air Traffic Control Basics.

AERO 102  Aviation Weather
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Weather elements, atmosphere, weather mechanics, weather disturbances, weather analysis and forecasts. Evaluation of aviation weather reports and forecasts.

AERO 104  Federal Aviation Regulations
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), pertaining to pilot certification, aircraft maintenance, and general operating rules. Air traffic control practices and procedures and reporting of aircraft accidents.

AERO 100  Primary Pilot Ground School
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 72   

Aerodynamics, aircraft performance, Federal Aviation Regulations, aviation weather factors, and cross-country navigation procedures; provides introductory material on radio navigation, aeromedical factors, and radio communications procedures. Meets the preparation requirements for the FAA Private Pilot knowledge examination and FAA Air Traffic Control Basics.

AERO 160  Unmanned Aircraft Systems Basic
4 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 54
Advisory: AERO 100

Piloting of Unmanned Aircraft Systems. This class includes instruction toward Remote Pilot certification Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 licensing. Students will receive instruction on the principles of operating unmanned aircraft systems, pre-flight, flight, and post-flight operations and procedures. Meets the preparation requirements for the FAA Remote Pilot knowledge examination. Field trips are required for this course.

AERO 100  Primary Pilot Ground School
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 72   

Aerodynamics, aircraft performance, Federal Aviation Regulations, aviation weather factors, and cross-country navigation procedures; provides introductory material on radio navigation, aeromedical factors, and radio communications procedures. Meets the preparation requirements for the FAA Private Pilot knowledge examination and FAA Air Traffic Control Basics.

AERO 102  Aviation Weather
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Weather elements, atmosphere, weather mechanics, weather disturbances, weather analysis and forecasts. Evaluation of aviation weather reports and forecasts.

AERO 104  Federal Aviation Regulations
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), pertaining to pilot certification, aircraft maintenance, and general operating rules. Air traffic control practices and procedures and reporting of aircraft accidents.

AERO 150  Commercial Pilot Ground School
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Advisory: AERO 23 or AERO 100

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Pilot certification requirements, including aerodynamics, commercial pilot maneuvers, complex aircraft operations, multi-engine aircraft operations, aircraft weight and balance, aircraft performance charts, and radio navigation using advanced instrumentation. Prepares students for completion of the FAA Commercial Pilot Computerized Knowledge Examination.

AERO 152  Air Transportation
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Survey course of the air transportation industry. Topics include an introduction to air transportation, structure and economics of the airlines, general aviation operations, and aviation career planning.

AIRC 20  Refrigeration Fundamentals
4 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 71

Principles of mechanical refrigeration based on the refrigeration cycle and associated mechanical components. Develops skills for interpreting service gauge pressures and sensible temperatures, system dehydration techniques, and the safe handling and containment of refrigerants.

AIRC 25  Electrical Fundamentals for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
5 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 72   Lab: 54

Electrical principles and practices used in air conditioning, refrigeration, and heat pump systems as applied to the development and interpretation of schematics and the sequential approach to wiring circuits including power supplies, motors, and controls. Develops skills for designing electrical circuits, and electrical trouble shooting.

MFG 110  Introduction to CAD
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 54
Advisory: Eligibility for MATH 51

Basic Computer Aided Design (CAD) and computer applications (AutoCAD and SolidWorks) in engineering and related fields, including basic word processing, spreadsheet, CAD, and presentation applications. Production card and digital calipers required.

PHOT 10  Basic Digital and Film Photography
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 36   Lab: 54

The basic mechanical, optical, and chemical principles of photography, including traditional darkroom techniques and digital image systems. Laboratory experience involves problems related to camera and image editing and output techniques.

AERO 160  Unmanned Aircraft Systems Basic

4 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 54
Advisory: AERO 100

Piloting of Unmanned Aircraft Systems. This class includes instruction toward Remote Pilot certification Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 licensing. Students will receive instruction on the principles of operating unmanned aircraft systems, pre-flight, flight, and post-flight operations and procedures. Meets the preparation requirements for the FAA Remote Pilot knowledge examination. Field trips are required for this course.

WELD 40  Introduction to Welding
2 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 18   Lab: 54

Fundamentals of welding processes related to the areas of fabrication, construction, machine tool, aerospace, and the transportation industries.

WELD 53A  Welding Metallurgy
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Designed for students seeking a career in welding and welding inspection. Covers structure of matter, chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of metals, principles of alloying, solid state diffusion, plastic deformation, and heat treatment.

WELD 70A  Beginning Arc Welding
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 18   Lab: 108

Develops manipulative skills and techniques for shielded metal arc (SMAW) and flux cored arc (FCAW) welding processes in the flat and horizontal positions using AC and DC welding currents on carbon steel.

BUSA 7  Principles of Accounting - Financial
5 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: ACCT 110)
Lecture: 90   
Prerequisite: BUSA 11 or eligibility for MATH 51
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 1A

Financial accounting required of Business Administration and Accounting majors. Defines financial accounting and its relevance to business decision makers, accounting concepts and techniques, analysis and recording of financial transactions, and preparation, analysis and interpretation of financial statements focusing on application of generally accepted accounting practices. Includes asset, liability, and equity valuation, revenue and expense recognition, cash flow, internal controls, ethics, and financial statement analysis. General Ledger Accounting Software program is integrated throughout and used to complete various homework assignments.

BUSM 20  Principles of Business
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: BUS 110)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68

Business and its functions, background, development, organization, and opportunities. Business terms, current trends, methods, contemporary and future problems, and current business practices are covered.

BUSM 20  Principles of Business
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC, C-ID #: BUS 110)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68

Business and its functions, background, development, organization, and opportunities. Business terms, current trends, methods, contemporary and future problems, and current business practices are covered.

BUSM 66  Small Business Management
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Organizing, starting, and operating a small business enterprise. Emphasis on entrepreneurial applications in a small business environment.

BUSS 36  Principles of Marketing
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68

Organization and function of system of distributing goods and services from the point of production to the consumer. Preparation of a marketing plan using product, distribution, promotional and pricing strategies.

BUSS 50  Retail Store Management and Merchandising
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54

Principles and practices used in the management and merchandising of retail stores. Includes critical buying function, merchandising, promotional techniques, site selection, layout, staffing, market positioning, and customer service.

BUSO 25  Business Communications
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, C-ID #: BUS 115)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 1A or AMLA 1A or ENGL 1AM

Written communications, including letters and memos, for a variety of situations in the business environment. Includes writing of good news, bad news, sales, claims, and persuasive correspondence; letters and resumes appropriate to job seeking and application; and practicing oral skills as applied to job interviews and business reports.

BUSO 26  Oral Communications for Business
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 54   

Oral communication used in business situations such as training sessions, presentations, professional discussions, and telephone interactions.

BUSS 36  Principles of Marketing
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68

Organization and function of system of distributing goods and services from the point of production to the consumer. Preparation of a marketing plan using product, distribution, promotional and pricing strategies.

BUSS 36  Principles of Marketing
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 68

Organization and function of system of distributing goods and services from the point of production to the consumer. Preparation of a marketing plan using product, distribution, promotional and pricing strategies.

KIN 19  Introduction to Care/Prevention of Activity/Sports -Related Injuries
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54   

Techniques and procedures for prevention and treatment of activity and sports-related injuries. Includes the responsibilities of the athletic trainer, policies and procedures of the athletic training room and the operation of rehabilitative modalities.

KIN 34  Fitness for Living
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54   

Surveys the fundamentals of wellness including the five components of health related fitness, fitness program design, nutrition, weight maintenance, and stress management. Presents solid foundation for optimal health. Multiple opportunities are offered for self-evaluation within this course.

KIN 92  Work Experience - Athletic Training
2-3 Units (Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for Pass/No Pass only)
Lab: 120-225
Prerequisite: Compliance with work experience regulations as designated in the college catalog.

Provides athletic trainer aides and physical education students with actual on-the-job experience in an approved worksite related to classroom instruction. A minimum of 75 paid or 60 non-paid clock hours per semester of supervised work is required for each unit of credit. It is recommended that the hours per week be equally distributed throughout the semester. Work experience placement is not guaranteed, but assistance is provided by the athletic trainer faculty and staff. Students who repeat this course will improve skills through further instruction and practice. Compliance with work experience regulations as designated in the college catalog.

KIN 15  Administration of Fitness Programs
2 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36   

Leadership training and administrative skills related to fitness specialists, personal trainers, and physical educators. Current issues, curriculum topics, and practical skills related to careers in fitness and physical education.

KIN 24  Applied Kinesiology
2 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36   

The study of movement as it relates to exercise and the interrelationships of body segments involved in human movement activity, actions of joints, nerves, and muscle exercise.

KIN 38  Physiology of Exercise for Fitness
3 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 54   

Theory of basic physiological concepts as they pertain to exercise training and the prescription of individual fitness programs.

DN-T 28  Functional Anatomy for Pilates
2 Units (Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 36   
Advisory: DNCE 39

Functional human anatomy as applied to the Pilates method of conditioning.

DNCE 39  Pilates Fundamentals
0.5-1 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
UC Credit Limitation
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lab: 36-54

Pilates foundation mat-work. Conditioning exercises and body awareness resulting in improved alignment, strength, flexibility, control, and coordination. Includes an introduction to the Pilates Reformer.

KIN 24  Applied Kinesiology
2 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36   

The study of movement as it relates to exercise and the interrelationships of body segments involved in human movement activity, actions of joints, nerves, and muscle exercise.

KIN 13  Sports Officiating
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
UC Credit Limitation
Lecture: 54   

Introduction to the fundamentals and techniques of officiating various sports. This course will provide students with the opportunity to acquire knowledge, skill, and experience to function effectively as a sport official.

KIN 34  Fitness for Living
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
Lecture: 54   

Surveys the fundamentals of wellness including the five components of health related fitness, fitness program design, nutrition, weight maintenance, and stress management. Presents solid foundation for optimal health. Multiple opportunities are offered for self-evaluation within this course.

KIN 44  Theory of Coaching
3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
UC Credit Limitation
Lecture: 54