President Reneé D. Martinez
2016 Fall semester Welcome Message
Welcome to Los Angeles City College Fall 2016! Our new Student Service Center is
now operating and ready to serve students. Holmes Hall building has been completely
renovated and opened this summer. The administration, faculty, and staff are
committed to providing you with an affordable high quality educational opportunity.
We believe your education is vital, not just for your future, but for the future of our
communities.
Los Angeles City College continues to offer resources to help new and returning students with their educational
goals. Visit our counseling department to assist you with your educational plans.
The Transfer Center can help you with much more than just transferring you to a four-year college. They can also
help match you with the right educational institution to complete your four year degree. To learn more about
the associate degree transfer programs go to: www.lacitycollege.edu/services/transfer/index.html. If your goal
is a career, visit our Career Center to assist in nding which career technology certicate or degree programs
are available at LACC.
There are countless ways for you to get involved and make connections with each other, such as joining ASG
(associate student government), and other student clubs. I encourage you to take advantage of all that LACC
has to offer during your time here. To learn more about LACC student clubs go to: http://www.lacitycollege.
edu/services/aso/clubs.html
We are excited that you have chosen LACC to begin your educational endeavors. We welcome the challenge
in helping you obtain your goals. You have joined a college that is student-focused and seeks to engage you in
a quality learning experience. We encourage you to work hard and dream big guaranteeing student success.
Our faculty and staff are exceedingly qualied in their disciplines, and will provide the necessary guidance for
you to be successful. We hope you take full advantage of the tremendous student resources and leadership
opportunities we have to offer. On behalf of the faculty, staff, and administration, we wish you the very best. We
look forward to getting to know you around campus!
Yours in Student Success,
Reneé D. Martinez
President
Los Angeles City College
LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE
2016-2017 Catalog
LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Scott J. Svonkin, President
Sydney Kamlager, First Vice President
Mike Fong, Second Vice President
Mike Eng
Andra Hoffman
Ernest H. Moreno
Nancy Pearlman
Alexa Victoriano, Student Trustee
DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION
Dr. Francisco C. Rodriguez, Chancellor
Dr. Adriana D. Barrera, Deputy Chancellor
Dr. Robert B. Miller, Vice Chancellor of Finance and Resource Development
Dr. Ryan M. Cornner, Vice Chancellor of Educational Programs and Institutional Effectiveness
Dr. Albert J. Román, Vice Chancellor for Human Resources
Dr. Kevin D. Jeter, Interim General Counsel
James D. O’Reilly, Chief Facilities Executive
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................... 1
About LACC ......................................................................1
Satellites ............................................................................ 1
History ...............................................................................1
District Philosophy ........................................................... 1
Mission ..............................................................................2
Functions Of The LACCD Colleges ...............................2
Accuracy Statement ......................................................... 2
Accreditation & Professional
Program Approvals .......................................................... 2
Assessment Of Student Outcomes ...............................3
Student Right-To-Know Disclosure ................................3
Equal Opportunity Policy
Compliance Procedure ...................................................3
Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment Policy ........... 3
Limited English Prociency ............................................. 4
Alternative Publication Formats .....................................4
Campus Security Report .................................................4
Student Responsibilities
To Be Informed .................................................................4
Catalog Rights ..................................................................4
POLICIES AND REGULATIONS ............................... 5
Student Grievance Procedures -
Ombudsperson ............................................................... 22
Open Enrollment ............................................................ 22
Drug-Free Campus ......................................................... 22
Educational Environment Policy .................................... 22
Sex Offender Registration .............................................. 23
Smoking Policy ................................................................ 23
Workforce Diversity ........................................................ 23
ADMISSIONS & ENROLLMENT
................................ 7
Academic Year .................................................................7
Application For Admission To LACC ............................7
Re-Admission
Eligibility Requirements ..................................................7
Residency Requirement ..................................................7
Non-Resident ....................................................................7
Residence Appeal ............................................................ 7
Non-Citizen Students ......................................................8
AB 540 ............................................................................... 8
International Students .....................................................8
Student Identication Number ......................................9
Student Records and Directory Information and Family
Education Right and Privacy Act (FERPA)......................9
Transcripts ......................................................................... 9
Submitting Academic Transcripts ........................10
Evaluation Of International Transcripts................10
Student Success And Support Program ...................... 10
FINANCIAL AID AND FEES ....................................14
What Is Financial Aid .......................................................14
Who Is Eligible?................................................................14
Education Status ..............................................................14
How To Apply ...................................................................14
Priority Dates And Dealines ............................................15
Federal Refund Requirements ........................................15
Federal Recalculation Requirements .............................15
Federal Financial Aid ....................................................... 15
Federal Loans ...................................................................16
State Financial Aid ...........................................................16
Student Fees .................................................................... 20
Health Services Fee .........................................................21
Associated Student Government
(ASG) .................................................................................21
Student Representation Fee ........................................... 21
Instructional Materials Fee .............................................. 21
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ...................... 22-25
Associates Degree Graduation Requirements
Course Equivalency
Double Counting Of Coursework
Second and Concurrent Associates Degree
Requirements
Continuous Attendance
Graduation Petitions For Degree
Graduation With Honors
AA Degree General Education
TRANSFER INFORMATION .............................. 26-34
CSU General Education Certication
2016-2017 CSU General Education Plan
Intersegmantal General Education Transfer
Curriculum
2016-2017 IGETC Plan Certication
IGETC Certicatoin
Transfer Admission Guarantee (Tag)
Independent Universities
Foreign Trancript Credit Policy
Associate Degrees For Transfer (Adt)
Associate Degrees, Certicates And Skills
Certicates
MAJORS: DEGREES & CERTIFICATES .......... 33 - 34
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS ............................... 35-117
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ..........................118-243
ACADEMIC POLICIES ...............................244-249
Academic Renewal
Transcripts/Verications
Conditions Of Enrollment
Concurrent Enrollment
Dual Enrollment
Attendance
Instruction Notication Policy
Attendance Denitions
Academic Freedom
Grades And Grading Policies
Deans’ & President’s Honors
Grades & Grade Changes
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Pass/No Pass Option (P/NP
Pass/No Pass Courses
Directed Study Courses
Distance Education
Grade Reports
Adding/Dropping Classes And College
Withdrawal
Probation And Dismissal
Course Repetion
Credit By Examination
Credit For Courses Completed At Non-Accredited
Institution
Evaluation Of Foreign And International
Transcripts
Cancellation Of Classes
STANDARDS OF STUDENT
CONDUCT ................................................250-254
(Board Rules) ..............................................................254
Student Records And
Classroom Conduct ................................................... 258
Standards Of Student Conduct
Directory Information ................................................249
SERVICES AND PROGRAMS ............................255
Admissions And Records ......................................... 255
Assessment ................................................................ 255
Associated Student Government (Asg) ................. 255
Student Trustee ......................................................... 255
Bookstore ................................................................... 255
Business Ofce .......................................................... 257
College Readiness Academy................................... 257
Cal Works ................................................................... 257
Campus Child Development Center ...................... 258
Career And Job Development Center ................... 258
Compliance Ofcer .................................................. 258
Contract Education ................................................... 258
Community Services ................................................. 259
Counseling Department .......................................... 259
English Literacy & Civics .......................................... 259
Extended Opportunity Programs And
Services (EOP&S) ...................................................... 259
Cooperative Agencies Resources For
Education (CARE) ...................................................... 260
Extra And Co-Curricular Activities
Financial Aid .............................................................. 261
First Year Experience ................................................ 261
The Foundation (LACC) ............................................ 261
Foster And Kinship Care Education And
The Independent Living Programs ......................... 261
Guardian Scholars .................................................... 261
Health And Wellness Center ................................... 261
Healthy Advocacy Response Team (Hart) .............. 262
Honors Program ........................................................ 262
Instructional TV (ITV) .................................................. 262
International Students Program ...............................262
Job Placement Services ............................................262
Learning Skills Center ................................................262
Library..........................................................................263
Lost And Found .......................................................... 263
Ofce Of Special Services ........................................263
Student Assistance Center ........................................264
TRIO/Student Support Services ...............................264
Transfer Center ........................................................... 264
Upward Bound ...........................................................265
Ofce Of Student Life And
Leadership Development .........................................265
Veterans’ Resource Center .......................................265
OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND
WORKFORCE EDUCATION .............................. 267
ADMINISTRATORS AND FACULTY LISTING ..... 268
Noncredit Faculty ......................................................277
EMERITI FACULTY .....................................................279
APPENDIX ................................................284-293
LACCD External Examination Credit: IB, CLEP & AP
Glossary ........................................................... 294
LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE
2016-2017 Catalog 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
ABOUT LACC
Set on an attractive 49 acres, Los Angeles City College
was the original location for UCLA before it moved to
Westwood, CA. The college facilities include more than a
dozen multi-story classroom buildings including a library,
computer labs, tness centers, theater, and TV/lm studios.
Through a $147 million bond award, the college is further
enhancing itself with a new and advanced technology
learning facility, increased parking, and expanded athletic/
tness and child development centers. (Note: LACC does
not provide campus housing. However, inexpensive
rentals are available in the surrounding community.)
Our student body is one of the most diverse in the
country. Students range in age from late teens to seniors
and come from every ethnic group, culture and country
in the world. We are proud to have ranked 35th among
all community colleges across the country in awarding
2-year certicates to students; 33rd in awarding Associate
Degrees to minority students; and 23rd in awarding
Associate Degrees to Hispanic students. (Community
College Week, June 24, 2002, On-line Edition.)
SATELLITES
LACCD Van de Kamp Innovation Center
2930 Fletcher Dr.
(323) 953 - 4000 X3534
We also offer distance learning (taking classes via
computer and/or video) through Instructional Television
and on-line courses.
HISTORY
Los Angeles Junior College was established on September
9, 1929, by the Los Angeles Board of Education. Dr.
William H. Snyder served as the institution’s rst director.
During its rst year, we offered only rst-semester courses.
The “semi-professional courses” were for students who
wanted to limit their college education to two years, and
the “certicate courses” were for those looking to continue
toward university work. There were more than 1,300
students taught by some 54 faculty. The rst Associate in
Arts degrees were conferred June 19, 1931.
Governance of LACC has changed through the years. Until
1931, it was a division of the Los Angeles Secondary School
District. In 1931, the electorate voted to establish a separate
Los Angeles Junior College District. In 1938, the Board of
Education changed the name to Los Angeles City College.
In July 1969, the California State Legislature enacted
legislation allowing the separation of the nine-campus
Los Angeles Community College District from the
Los Angeles Unied School District. A seven member Board
of Trustees was elected and formally assumed governance.
(The other eight colleges in the LACCD are: East Los Angeles
College; Los Angeles Harbor College; Los Angeles Mission
College; Pierce College; Los Angeles Trade-Technical
College; Los Angeles Valley College; Los Angeles
Southwest College; and West Los Angeles College.)
The chief executive ofcers of Los Angeles City College
since its founding have been:
Dr. William H. Snyder, Director ..............1929-1934
Dr. Rosco C. Ingalls, Director .................1934-1945
Dr. Einar W. Jacobsen, President ...........1946-1948
Dr. Howard S. McDonald, President ......1949-1955
Dr. John Lombardi, President ................1955-1966
Dr. Glenn G. Gooder, President ............ 1966-1970
Dr. Louis Kaufman, President .................1970-1973
Dr. John H. Anthony, President .............. 1973-1977
Dr. Stelle Feuers , President ...................1978-1989
Dr. Edwin Young, President .................... 1989-1991
Mr. Jose L. Robledo, President ..............1991-1997
Dr. Mary Spangler, President .................1997-2003
Dr. Doris Givens, President (Interim) ..... 2003-2005
Dr. Steve Maradian President ...............2005- 2007
Dr. Jamillah Moore, President ...............2008-2012
Ms. Renee Martinez, President ..........2012-Present
DISTRICT PHILOSOPHY
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD)
afrms the principle that individuals should have
opportunities to develop to their full potential. To that end,
our main responsibility is to students and to providing
an education that benets students and enables them
to contribute to society. The LACCD colleges, therefore,
should be accessible to all individuals who have the
capacity and motivation to prot from higher education.
Curricula and services of our colleges should provide
means for fullling the promise of open access.
We recognize the necessity to adapt to the changing
educational needs of the LACCD communities and to
the growing diversity among students. The quality of the
educational experience is judged by its value to students
and communities, not merely by quantitative appeal. We
further recognize that academic freedom is essential
to excellence in education. Los Angeles City College
empowers students from the diverse communities it
serves to achieve their educational and career goals
by providing learner-centered pathways to success
through transfer, career and technical education, and
foundational skills programs.
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MISSION
Los Angeles City College empowers students from the
diverse communities it serves to achieve their educational
and career goals by providing learner-centered pathways
to success through transfer, career and technical education,
and foundational skills programs.
FUNCTIONS OF THE LACCD COLLEGES
To accomplish the educational philosophy and mission
of the Los Angeles Community College District, Los
Angeles City College offers the following types of
educational programs.
Transfer. A college program that enables the student who
completes two years of study to continue upper division
(third year) work at accredited four-year colleges and
universities through careful and continuous articulation
with accredited collegiate institutions and high schools.
Occupational. An occupational education program
planned to offer the student basic business, technical,
and professional curricula to develop skills that can lead
to employment, job advancement, certication, or the
Associate Degree.
General Education. A program of General Education
course work consisting of Associate Degree programs
and other planned experiences that develop
knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for the
student to be effective as a person, a family member, a
worker, and a citizen, thereby enhancing the quality of life
for the individual and for the society at large.
Transitional Education. A program of developmental and
basic skills education for students needing preparation
for community college.
Continuing Education. A program of continuing
education consisting of graded and ungraded classes
to provide opportunities for personal and occupational
competence that supplements formal full-time college
attendance.
Counseling and Guidance. A counseling and guidance
program incorporating academic, career, and personal
counseling to assist the student in the establishment of
educational goals and in the selection and pursuit of a
life work compatible with his or her interests, aptitudes,
and abilities.
Student Services. A student services program assisting
students in matters of admissions, nancial aid, job
placement, matriculation and other related student
services activities.
Community Services. A program of not-for-credit
classes offered to meet the needs of the community for
vocational and recreational courses, community and
cultural events, and civic functions, completely nanced
by fees charged those attending the classes.
Joint Programs. Joint programs with business, industry,
labor, education, government, international and other
institutions that are of mutual benet to sponsoring
institutions, enhance the educational opportunities of
program participants, and advance the mission and
functions of the LACCD.
ACCURACY STATEMENT
The LACC Catalog contains the academic and
administrative policies and regulations that govern
enrollment of students at Los Angeles City College.
Students are responsible for knowing academic and
administrative policies and regulations affecting their
program of study and for abiding by all such policies
and regulations during their period of enrollment at the
College.
The Catalog is not an offer to enter into a contract.
LACC reserves the right to make changes to degree
program requirements, academic and administrative
policies and regulations, nancial charges, and course
offerings published in the Catalog at any time without
prior notice. The College strives to assure the accuracy
of the information in the Catalog. However, the College
and LACCD reserve the right to make corrections as
necessary to the Catalog.
ACCREDITATION & PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM
APPROVALS
Los Angeles City College is accredited by the Accrediting
Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western
Association of Schools and Colleges, 10 Commercial
Blvd., Suite 204, Novato, CA 94949, (415) 506-0234, an
institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council for
Higher Education Accreditation and the U.S. Department
of Education. Additional information about accreditation,
including the ling of complaints against member
institutions, can be found at www.accjc.org. Students
and members of the public who desire to le a formal
complaint related to noncompliance with accreditation
standards (http://www.accjc.org/complaint-policy) may
contact the Accrediting Commission for Community and
Junior Colleges (ACCJC) directly. The commission can
be contacted at: Accrediting Commission for Community
and Junior Colleges; Western Association of Schools and
Colleges; 10 Commercial Boulevard, Suite 204; Novato, CA
94949; Telephone: (415) 506-0234; Fax: (415) 506-0238.
Los Angeles City College programs are also accredited
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by the American Dental Association (Dental Laboratory
Technician) and the American Medical Association
(Radiologic Technology) and the Commission on
Dietetic Education of the American Dietetic Association
(Dietetic Technician).
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
A student learning outcome (SLO) is a statement that
describes specically what students should be able to do
after completing any set of college experiences, a course,
an instructional program, or an interaction with a student
support service. Students are advised to become familiar
with the learning outcomes for each of their courses, their
chosen program of study, and for the student services
they utilize. Course SLOs can be found on the course
syllabus that students receive in each class section.
Program SLOs are listed on each department’s website
at the link, Mission Statement & Learning Outcomes, and
in this catalog. Student support service outcomes are
identied on each area’s respective website.
Students participate in assessment throughout
their program of study by completing assignments,
portfolios, projects, and exams that are already part
of course requirements. Then, LACC engages in a
systematic assessment process to evaluate how well
students are achieving our dened outcomes. Results
are used improve programs and courses to enhance
student learning.
More information about outcomes assessment at the
SLO Guide for Students website, http://tinyurl.com/
laccsloforstudents
STUDENT RIGHT-TO-KNOW DISCLOSURE
Beginning in Fall 1995, all certicate, degree, and
transfer-seeking rst time full-time students were tracked
over a three-year period; their completion and transfer
rates were calculated. More information about Student
Right-To-Know rates and how they should be interpreted
can be found at the California Community Colleges
“Student Right-To-Know Information Clearinghouse
Website” at http://srtk.cccco.edu. Student Right To
Know: Campus Security.
EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY POLICY COMPLIANCE
PROCEDURE
To assure proper handling of all equal opportunity
matters, including the Civil Rights Act and Americans
with Disabilities Act, discrimination, accommodation,
and compliance issues, inquiries should be directed
to following individuals:
Compliance Ofcer
• Sexual Harassment
• Discrimination – Education
• Discrimination – Workplace - Hiring/Promotion
• Training
For assistance, contact the Compliance Ofcer
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2249.
• ADA Section 504
For assistance, contact the ADA Coordinator in AD 307,
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2249.
Administrative Services for Afrmative Action
• EEO – Hiring/Promotion
• Gender Equity (Non-Athletic)
For assistance, contact Naira Sargsian, AD 213
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2424.
PROHIBITED DISCRIMINATION & HARASSMENT
POLICY
The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District
is to provide an educational, employment and business
environment free from prohibited Discrimination, as
dened by Rule 15003. Employees, students, or other
persons acting on behalf of the District who engage in
Prohibited Discrimination as dened in this policy or by
State and Federal law shall be subject to discipline, up
to and including discharge, expulsion, or termination
of contract. The specic rules and procedures for
reporting allegations of Prohibited Discrimination and
for pursuing available remedies are incorporated in the
Board Rules in Chapter 15. Copies may be obtained
from each College and District Compliance Ofcer.
The LACCD has a policy that provides formal and
informal procedures for resolving complaints. Copies of
the policy and procedures may be obtained from the
LACC Compliance Ofce Website (www.lacitycollege.
edu/resource/compliance ofce) or by calling the
LACCD Ofce of the Vice Chancellor of Educational
Services at (213) 891-2279, or the LACCD Ofce of
Diversity Programs at (213) 891-2315.
Any member of the Los Angeles City College community,
which includes students, faculty, and staff, who believes,
perceives, or actually experiences conduct that may
constitute prohibited discrimination, has the right to
seek the help of the College. Every employee has
the responsibility to report such conduct
to the LACC
Compliance Ofcer when it is directed toward students.
Potential complainants are advised that administrative
and civil law remedies, including but not limited to
injunctions, restraining orders or other orders, may be
made available. For assistance, contact the Compliance
Ofcer, (323) 953-4000 ext. 2249.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
Occupational Education Classes are open to all students.
Although the lack of prociency in English is no barrier
to enrollment in occupational education courses, it is
suggested the students decient in English utilize the
services of the college that are provided for persons
who are limited in English prociency or have English as
a Second Language.
Contamos con cursos vocacionales en distintas ramas
de trabajo. Todos los cursos están disponibles a las
personas que no dominan el idioma inglés con uidez.
No tener conocimientos básicos de inglés no debe ser
un impedimento para matricularse en dichos cursos. Los
servicios del colegio están disponibles para personas
que hablan inglés como segundo lenguaje.
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ALTERNATIVE PUBLICATION FORMATS
Students with veriable disabilities who require
alternate formats of college publications and resources
should check with The Vice President of Student Services
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2460. The College will provide
information in alternate text formats upon request in
the timeliest manner possible. Note: the Catalog and
Schedule of Classes are also available on our web site,
www.lacitycollege.edu.
CAMPUS SECURITY REPORTS
Pursuant to the Clear Act, the College’s Security Reports
are published in each LACC class schedule and on the
web at www.lacitycollege.edu/ public/Crime/index.
htm. Students may obtain a paper copy of the Report
upon request from the Sheriffs’s ofce.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES TO BE INFORMED
It is the student’s responsibility to be familiar with the
information presented in this catalog and to know
and observe all policies and procedures related to the
program he or she is pursuing.
Regulations will not be waived and exceptions will not
be granted if a student pleads ignorance of policies or
procedures.
While LACC academic counselors are available to assist
you in planning your schedule, and other instructors
are available to assist you, it remains the responsibility
of the student to follow all polices and to meet all
requirements and deadlines. Students need to satisfy
the requirements of the catalog in effect at the time
he or she is admitted to, and begins course work in,
a degree or certicate program. If a student is not in
attendance for more than one consecutive semester,
he or she must follow the catalog in effect when they
return. New catalogs take effect in the Fall semester of
the year published.
CATALOG RIGHTS
For these purposes, a catalog year is dened as
beginning
with the Fall semester through the subsequent summer.
A student remaining in continuous attendance in the Los
Angeles Community College District may elect to satisfy
the degree, certicate or graduation requirements in
effect at the college from which the student will either
earn his/her degree, certicate or graduate:
1. at the time the student began such attendance at the
college, or
2. allow students to select an intervening catalog in
years between the time the student began continuous
attendance and time of graduation, or
3. at the time of graduation.
For the sole purpose of satisfying graduation
competency requirements, students entering the Los
Angeles Community College District prior to Fall 2009
who remain in continuous attendance within the LACCD
may graduate from any LACCD College by satisfying
graduation competency by either:
1. fullling competency requirements in place at the
time the student began such attendance within the
district, or
2. fullling competency requirements in place at the
time of graduation.
For the purposes of implementing this policy, the
college may develop a policy to:
1. authorize or require substitutions for discontinued
courses; or
2. require a student changing his/her major to
complete the major requirements in effect at the time of
the change.
This policy does not apply to college programs which
are governed or regulated by outside government
agencies or which require licensure or certication
through one of these agencies.
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nor for the student’s grade point average. “W” will be
used as a factor in progress probation and dismissal.
DEANS’ & PRESIDENT’S HONORS
Students with outstanding scholastic achievement
are given public recognition through the Los Angeles
City College Dean’s List. Full-time students (a student
enrolled in 12 or more graded units the qualifying
semester) must earn a 3.5 or higher GPA. Part-time
students (a student enrolled in 6 through 11 graded
units) must have completed 12 units and earn a 3.5 or
higher GPA in the qualifying semester. Only the grades
from courses completed at LACC, during the qualifying
semester, will be used in calculating the grade point
average (GPA). Grades of “Credit” will not be counted
in meeting the unit requirement for the Dean’s or
President’s Honor List.
Students who have appeared on the college’s full-time
or part-time Dean’s Honor list for three (3) consecutive
semesters will be placed on the President’s Distinguished
Honor List. Students who think they qualify for either
of these honors can go to the Admissions Ofce and
request an unofcial transcript of their records, or use
an electronic kiosk, or access the college’s website and
print out their transcript. Bring the unofcial transcript
to the Ofce of Student Life & Leadership Development,
located in the Student Union for verication.
The Dean’s Honor Program is held annually each spring
semester to acknowledge the students who earned
their honors the prior spring and Fall semesters.
For graduation with honors (Summa Cum Laude, Magna
Cum Laude, Cum Laude), see “Graduation With Honors”
in the Graduation Requirements section of this catalog.
Grades & Grade Changes
The Los Angeles Community College Board of Trustees
has approved the following grading policies and
academic standards as required by California law.
Please be aware of these policies and standards as
they can have serious consequences if not followed.
The Admissions Ofce and the Counseling Ofce will
be happy to answer any questions you might have
regarding these policies and standards.
Section 76224(a) provides: When grades are given
for any course of instruction taught in a community
college district, the grade given to each student shall be
the grade determined by the instructor of the course,
and the determination of the student’s grade by the
instructor, in the absence of a mistake, fraud, bad faith,
or incompetency, shall be nal.
No grade may be challenged by a student more than
one (1) year from the end of the term in which the
course was taken, provided that if a college’s academic
senate has determined that the period of time during
which grades may be challenged should be more than
one year, such longer period shall apply at that college.
(Title 5, CAC, Section 51308)
Students must le petitions in the Admissions Ofce
for any evaluative or non- evaluative grade symbol
change. Inquiries regarding results of grade petitions
or instructor complaints should rst be directed to the
faculty member responsible for the course. If resolution
is not reached, the inquiry should be directed to
the appropriate academic department chairperson
and/or area Dean. If resolution is not reached at the
departmental or area Dean level, inquiries should be
made to the campus Ombudsperson, at (323) 953-
4000 ext. 2453.
Pass/No Pass Option (P/NP)
The College President may designate courses wherein
all students enrolled in such courses are evaluated on a
pass/no pass basis or wherein each student may elect on
registration or no later than the end of the rst 30% of the
term whether the basis of evaluation is to be pass/no pass
or a letter grade. These courses are noted elsewhere in
this catalog as being eligible for the pass/no pass Option.
1. Single performance standard. The pass/no pass
grading system shall be used in any course in
which there is a single satisfactory standard of
performance for which unit credit is assigned. A
grade of Pass (P) shall be assigned for meeting
that standard, and a grade of No-Pass (NP) shall be
assigned for failure to do so.
2. Acceptance of credits. All units earned on a pass/
no pass basis in accredited California institutions
of higher education or equivalent out-of-state
institutions shall be counted in satisfaction of
community college curriculum requirements.
3.
Recording of grade. A student who is approved
to be evaluated on the pass/no pass basis shall
receive both course credit and unit credit upon
satisfactory completion of the course. Satisfactory
completion for credit is equivalent to the grade
of “C” or better. A student who does not perform
satisfactorily will be assigned a No-Pass (NP) grade.
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4.
Grade point calculation. Units earned on a pass/no
pass basis shall not be used to calculate grade-
point-averages. Units attempted for which No-Pass
(NP) is recorded shall be considered in probationary
and dismissal procedures.
5. Standards of evaluation. The student who is
enrolled in a course on a pass/no pass basis will be
held responsible for all assignments and examinations
required in the course and must meet the standards
of evaluation which are identical for all students.
6. Conversion to letter grade. A student who has
received credit for a course taken on a pass/no pass
basis may not convert this credit to a letter grade.
7. Course repetition. A student who has received
a grade of No-Pass (NP) may repeat the course by
meeting the requirements set forth by the District
Course Repetition to Improve Substandard Grades
Policy.
* The student must meet all class standards. A maximum
of 15 units of pass/no-pass grades may be applied
toward the Associate Degree.
Educational Environment Policy
Due to requirements set forth by the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration, proper attire,
including shoes, eye ware, and other articles, should be
worn during all class hours.
Directed Study Courses
Directed Study courses are offered by several academic
and vocational departments. They are designed for
students who are capable of independent work and
who demonstrate the need or desire for additional study
beyond the regular curriculum. Enrollment allows students
to pursue activities such as directed eld experience,
research, or the development of skills and competencies
under faculty advisement and supervision. Directed Study
courses are available in a wide variety of disciplines.
Students wishing to enroll in a Directed Study course
should contact the appropriate department chair.
Units are awarded depending upon satisfactory
performance and the amount of time committed by the
student to the course. Allowable units vary according to
discipline and are based on the following formula:
Directed Study 185 (1-unit) = 48 hours per semester
Directed Study 285 (2-unit) = 96 hours per semester
Directed Study 385 (3-unit) = 144 hours per semester
Students should note that there are limitations as to the
allowable maximum number of Directed Study units. For
all Directed Study Courses transferring to the University
of California, the maximum credit allowed is 3 semester
units per term or six units total in any and all appropriate
subject areas combined. The granting of transfer credit
for Directed Study courses is contingent upon review of
the course outli
ne by the appropriate UC campus.
It is recommended that students consult with a College
Counselor and with the appropriate instructor and/or
department chairperson before enrolling in Directed
Study courses. Please refer to the current Schedule
of Classes for information regarding specic Directed
Study classes being offered.
During the rst two weeks of the term, available classes
are posted by section number in an area near the Ofce
of Admissions in the Administration building. As with
other LACC classes, the available classes listed at the
Add Card Center are available to add by telephone.
LACC Distance Education Learning
LACC’s Distance Education (DE) courses include
lectures, discussion, assignments, and tests delivered
via the Internet with regular opportunities for electronic
interaction with instructors and other students. To enroll
in DE classes you must have access to a computer,
the Internet, and an e-mail account. LACC guarantees
instructor initiated contact via the learning management
system and email that is commensurate with the type of
instruction found in the traditional classroom. Contact
with the instructor may include weekly chat rooms,
discussion forums, personalized assignments, and digital
ofce hours.
LACC may be required to receive state authorization to
enroll students who do not reside in California. Many
states have either given the college this authorization
or do not require authorization. However, some states
require signicant fees to receive state authorization.
Due to the signicant and/or recurring fees for state
authorization, LACC no longer permits a student to
enroll if he/ she resides in one of the following states:
Alabama, Arkansas, Maryland, Minnesota, Utah, or
Wisconsin. For more information, including an online
learning readiness assessment and a list of current DE
courses, visit lacitycollege.edu/offsite/distance-ed/
Adding/Dropping Classes And College Withdrawal
LACC policies regarding adding and dropping classes are
listed below. These policies are subject to change. Refer
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ACADEMIC YEAR
The academic year is divided into 4 sessions:
Fall Semester (15 weeks, August- December)
Winter Session (5 weeks, January- February)
Spring Semester (15 weeks, February - June)
Summer Session (5 & 8 week sessions, June - August)
Courses offered during these sessions are similar in
scope and maintain equivalent standards. Students may
enroll concurrently at Los Angeles City College in both
day and evening classes.
Days, Evening, Weekends & Distance Learning Classes
Classes are taught from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday
through Friday and 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays.
Some courses are available through distance learning
including Instructional Television (ITV) and on-line.
Summer Sessions
Los Angeles City College offers one or more 5 to 8 week
summer sessions subject to approval by the Board of
Trustees.
APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION TO LACC
Prospective students may submit a college application
online at www.lacitycollege.edu. Prospective students
may also come to the Welcome Center located in the
Student Services building for assistance in completing
the on-line application.
The Los Angeles Community College District is
committed to protecting student privacy. Social security
number are no longer used as the student identier
for students. New applicants will receive a Student ID
number, which begins with the numbers “88”.
RE-ADMISSION
Students who have not attended City for two or
moresemesters must le a new application. Students
in grades K-12 applying to concurrently enroll at Los
Angeles City College must submit the “Supplemental
Application for Admission of Students in Grades K-12”
for every academic term in which they wish to enroll.
Information regarding other eligibility criteria and/
or admissions procedures is available in the Ofce of
Admissions and Records.
ADMISSIONS ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Individuals who possess a high school diploma or its
equivalent meet the basic eligibility requirement for
admission to any public California two-year community
college, including Los Angeles City College.
Individuals who do not possess a high school diploma or
its equivalent but who meet additional criteria are also
eligible for admission to LACC if in the judgment of the
College Admissions Ofcer they are capable of proting
from the instruction offere
d.
Additional eligibility criteria include persons who are:
1. Eighteen years of age.
2. Apprentices, as dened by Section 3077 of the
California labor Code.
3. In grades K-12, under special circumstances.
Information regarding other eligibility criteria and/
or admission procedures is available in the Ofce
of Admissions and Records.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
California Residency Requirement
To attend any of the Los Angeles Community College
District colleges as a resident of California, a student
is required to have been a California resident for more
than one year preceding the Residence Determination
Date. The “Residence Determination Date” is the day
preceding the opening day of instruction of the semester.
Non-Resident
A non-resident student is one who has not resided in the
State of California for more than one year immediately
preceding the Residence Determination Date.
A student classied as a non-resident will be required
to pay non-resident fees as established by the LACCD
Board of Trustees. Students who have been classied
as non-residents may petition to be reclassied a a
CA resident when they feel their status has changed.
A Residency Questionnaire form is available in the
Admissions and Records Ofce located in the Student
Services building. The form must be submitted before
the semester in which reclassication as a resident is to
be effective.
Residence Appeal
A student may appeal the residency classication as
determined by the college. The student must appeal
within 30 calendar days of receipt of notication of
the residence classication from the Admissions and
Records. The appeal must be submitted in writing
to the Admissions and Records Ofce. You may also
contact the Admissions and Records at (323) 953-4000,
extension 2104.
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Non-Citizen Students
Los Angeles City College is authorized under Federal
and State law to enroll non-citizen students. Information
regarding admission procedures is available in the
Admissions and Records Ofce.
AB 540 EXEMPTIONS
On October 12, 2001 the Education Code was modied
to exempt certain non-resident students who attended
and graduated from California high schools from
nonresident tuition. This change (Education Code,
Section 68120.5) does not grant residency; rather it
requires that certain non-resident students be exempt
from paying non- resident tuition. The exemption tuition
is mandatory; if the District nds that a student meets
all requirements in the law, non-resident tuition may not
be charged.
The student must meet all of the following eligibility
requirements to be eligible for the exemption:
1. The student must have attended a California high
school (grades 9 through 12) for three or more years.
2. The student must have graduated from a California
high school or attained the equivalent thereof (e.g.,
a GED or high school prociency exam).
3. Except for non-immigrant aliens, any non-resident
student who meets the requirements contained in
“1” and “2” shall be exempt from non-resident tuition
even if he/she is a U.S. citizen or lawful immigrant.
4. Students without lawful immigration status must
complete and sign the LACCD EC 68130.5
Non-Resident Tuition Exemption Request form,
which indicates that the student has applied for
legalization or will do so as soon as the student is
eligible to do so.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Los Angeles City College is one of the most diverse
campus in the country, represented by every culture
from around the world. The college is certied by the
Department of Homeland Security to issue I-20’s to non-
immigrant visa students.
Effective April 12, 2002, the IDepartment of Homeland
Security has issued an Interim Rule which requires
students with B-visas to change their visa status to either
a F-1 or M-1 non-immigrant visa prior to pursuing a
course of study at the college.
You may be considered if you meet the following
requirements:
• Have a score of four-hundred-fty (450-paper
based/133-computer based/45-internet based) or
more on the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign
Language).
• Have earned a high school diploma from a high
school in the United States or the equivalent
education from a foreign country.
• Show the ability to pay the nonresident tuition,
currently $243 per unit. (Immigration required to be
enrolled in 12 semester units to maintain visa status.)
• The student must also show the ability to pay living
and personal expenses for twelve (12) months, which
are estimated to be $16,500 per year. (fees subject to
change). Fees include mandatory Medical Insurance
provided by LACCD with no substitution of other
medical insurance coverage.
• Have a valid non-immigrant visa.
• International students must maintain a full-time
academic load of 12 or more units per semester
for the Fall and Spring semesters. Enrollment is
permitted but not required during the Winter and
• Summer sessions. Upon admission, student services
include counseling, orientation, instructional
support (tutoring) and Learning Skills Center, and an
international student organization.
International Student Medical Insurance Fee
Note: the fees listed below were accurate at the time this
catalog went to print, and are subject to change by the
California Legislature or the LACCD Board of Trustees.
Fees are due at the time of registration and create a hold
until paid in full.
International students attending a college in the
Los Angeles Community College District under an F-1
visa shall be charged a medical insurance fee equal to
the cost of medical insurance purchased by the District
on the student’s behalf.
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In exchange for the International Student Medical
Insurance fee, international students will be provided
with a medical insurance policy with the following
minimum coverage:
1. Medical benets of $250,000 maximum
benet, with per incident maximum benet of
$100,000;
2. Repatriation of remains in the amount of
$15,000;
3. Expenses associated with the medical
evacuation of the student to his or her home
country in the amount of $50,000; and
4. A deductible not to exceed $500 per accident
or illness. $25 co-pay for physician and urgent
care visits. $100 co-pay for emergency room
visits. Co- pay fees are waived if referred by the
Student Health Center.
5. The maximum out-of-pocket expense is $2,500
if The maximum out-of-pocket expense is $2,
out-of- network medical services are used.
STUDENT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Los Angeles Community College District maintains
a student record system that uses a computer-generated
number to identify an individual. For legal and privacy
reasons, it no longer uses the social security number.
Changes in a student’s ID number may be made in the
Admissions Ofce.
STUDENT RECORDS AND DIRECTORY
INFORMATION AND FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHT
AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)
The Los Angeles Community College District, in
compliance with Federal and State law, has established
policies and procedures governing student records and
the control of personally identiable information. The
Los Angeles Community College District recognizes that
student records are a condential matter between the
individual student and the college.
At the same time, the District has a responsibility to fulll
public information needs (e.g., information about students
participating in athletics, announcement of scholarships
and awards). To meet this responsibility, the District may
release directory information unless the student states
in writing that he or she does not want it released. The
responsibility for carrying out these provisions is charged
to the college records ofcer, designated by the chief
administrative ofcer on each campus. The records ofcer
may be contacted via the Ofce of Admissions. Copies of
Federal and State laws and District policies and procedures
are maintained by the records ofcer and are available for
inspection and inquiry.
All student records maintained by the various ofces and
departments of the college, other than those specically
exempt by law, are open to inspection by the student
concerned. The accuracy and appropriateness of the
records may be challenged in writing to the records ofcer.
A student has the right to receive a copy of his or her record,
at a cost not to exceed the cost of reproduction. (Requests
for transcripts should be made at www.lacitycollege.edu.)
No student records, other than directory information, will
be released without the written consent of the student
concerned except as authorized by law. A log of persons
and organizations requesting or receiving student record
information is maintained by the records ofcer. The log is
open to inspection only to the student and the community
college ofcial or his or her designee responsible for the
maintenance of student records.
Directory information includes the student’s name, city of
residence, participation in ofcially recognized activities
and sports, weight and height of members of athletic
teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received,
and the most recent previous educational agency or
institution attended by the student. Directory Information
about any student currently attending the college may be
released or withheld at the discretion of the records ofcer.
No directory information will be released regarding any
student who has notied the records ofcer in writing
that such information shall not be released. All inquiries
regarding student records, directory information, and
policies for records access, release, and challenge
should be directed to the records ofcer via the Ofce of
Admissions. Students have the right to le a complaint with
the United States Department of Education concerning
alleged violations of Federal and State laws governing
student records.
TRANSCRIPTS
Upon written request, a copy of students’ academic records
(transcripts) shall be forwarded by United States mail to
the students or their designated addresses. Students and
former students shall be entitled to two free copies of
their transcripts or to two free verications of enrollment.
Additional copies shall be made available to students, or
to designated addressees identied by students, at a cost
of $3.00 each. Students may request special processing
to expedite their request for an additional fee of $10.00
per request. Requests for transcripts or verications may
be submitted to the Ofce of Admissions. Transcripts from
another institution are not available for copying (Board
Rule 8401.10).
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A student’s transcript may be withheld if:
1. Any library books or other college property are
charged to the student or are unreturned, or
2. There are any unpaid fees or charges due to the
college. The transcript may be withheld until these
obligations of the student to the college are discharged.
Submitting Academic Transcripts
Ofcial copies of academic transcripts shall be received
only by the Admissions and Records Ofce, unopened,
via U.S. mail.
No transcripts will be accepted directly from students.
We advise that ofcial transcripts mailed directly from
the last high school attended and from each college
attended be submitted. However, this is not a requirement
for admission. All transcripts become the property of the
college and cannot be returned to the student.
Evaluation Of International Transcripts
Students who wish to receive course credit for college
and university work completed in a foreign county or
outside of the United States must have their transcripts
evaluated if the transcript is in foreign language.
It is also recommended that course descriptions be
submitted along with the evaluated transcript, for
courses that the student would like to receive credit. The
process for receiving credit for Foreign/International
Transcripts is as follows:
1. A petition must be submitted to the Admissions
Ofce to request credit for the courses in
question along with the evaluated transcripts. If
you don’t know where to take your Foreign/
International transcripts to be evaluated, the
Admissions Ofce will provide you with a list of
LACCD recognized companies that are
authorized to evaluate Foreign/International
transcripts.
2. It is advisable that you provide the Admissions
Ofce with course descriptions, where
possible, of the evaluated course work, or
any catalog information that may
expedite the
evaluation process. Please refer to the
university or college the course work
was
completed, to request course descriptions.
3. After your petition and transcripts have been
evaluated, you will be informed of the outcome.
If you do not agree with the outcome of your
petition, you may petition the appropriate
Department Chair. The decision of the
Department Chair is nal.
Student Success And Support Program
(formerly Matriculation)
All new non-exempt students are required to complete
the Student Success and Support Program mandated
core services:
Admissions
Students can complete an admissions application on-
line at www.lacitycollege.edu. Students can also speak
to a staff member at the Welcome Center (located on
the 1st oor of the Student Services building) for as-
sistance in completing the admissions application and
to receive general campus information.
Assessment
The Assessment Center provides English, English as a
Second Language (ESL) and mathematics assessments
for placement in an appropriate courses based on the
students’ skill levels. Assessment is required for all new
non-exempt students who have not received a waiver.
Assessment is also available for continuing students
who are eligible to re-assess and returning students who
need to retake the placement test. Students can “drop
in” and take the assessment test the same day or make
an appointment to take the test when they feel they are
prepared to do their best.
Orientation
All new, non-exempt students should complete the LACC
college orientation prior to taking the assessment test.
Students can complete the orientation online or schedule
an appointment to do the orientation in person with a
counselor. The Online Orientation is available via the LACC
webpage. The Online Orientation introduces students
to the campus policies, procedures, resources, support
services and college programs which are available to help
you make better, more informed educational and career
choices. Failure to complete orientation will impact your
priority enrollment.
Counseling/Student Educational Planning
Provides academic advisement and assistance in course
selection, development of a Student Educational Plan,
career planning, referral to appropriate student services,
and Counseling Classes which are taught by counseling
faculty.
First Semester Student Educational Planning (SEP)
Once students have completed the online orientation
and have assessment results, they are required to make
a Counseling appointment for an abbreviated student
educational plan (SEP).
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In-person orientations are counselor-led advisement
ses¬sions where students review: Assessment results,
educational goals, the registration process, important
dates and deadlines and develop an abbreviated
student education plan (SEP).
Comprehensive Student Educational Plan (SEP)
Before completing 15 units, or their third semester,
students must declare a course of study and complete
a Comprehensive Student Educational Plan (SEP).
Students must meet with an academic counselor to
develop a Comprehensive SEP. Counselors are also
available by appointment for: academic counseling,
career assessment and exploration and transfer
information. Counselors are also available for Online
Chat and Online Advising.
Failure to complete the Abbreviated or Comprehensive
Student Educational Plan will impact your priority enrollment.
* Exemption Criteria - Students may be exempt from
SSSP core services if they:
1. Have earned an Associate Degree or higher
2. Enrolled at the college for a reason other than career
development, advancement, transfer, attainment of
degree or certicate of achievement, completion of
basic skills English or English as a Second Language
course sequences
3. Are taking classes to maintain a license.
4. Are concurrently enrolled K-12 students.
5. Students who completed assessment or taken
English and math classes at another California
community college in the past two years may submit
an Assessment Exemption Request available in the
Admissions & Records Ofce or see an academic
counselor for pre-requisite clearance.
Appeal
SSSP is a campus-wide effort of faculty, administrators,
staff and students. However, if for any reason, you feel
that matriculation interferes with your rights as a student,
forms for appeal are available in the Admission Ofce
(located on the 1st oor of the Student Services building).
Follow-Up
Provides regular evaluation of student’s progress through
the Early Alert program. This program will monitor
probation students (year-round) and provide services
including group counseling sessions, group workshops
and one-on-one counseling.
1. Express at least a broad educational intent upon
admission.
2. Declare a specic educational goal after completion
of 15 semester units at the college.
3. Meet with a College Counselor to establish a Student
Educational Plan within one semester after declaring
an educational goal and to review the Educational
Plan at least once each semester.
4. Attend classes regularly and complete assigned
course work.
5. Maintain satisfactory progress toward an educational
goal according to standards established by the
Los Angeles Community College District and the
State of California.
6. Be familiar with the information in the college catalog
and schedule of classes, and know and observe all
policies and procedures related to the program of
study being pursued.
Registration Priority
Students may register for no more than 19 units per
semester (primary terms of Fall and Spring) and no more
than 9 units during the Winter and Summer Sessions.
Students in good academic standing shall be granted
registration priority on the basis of cumulative units
completed within the LACCD in the order listed below,
from highest to lowest.
New and fully matriculated students as follows:
1. Members of the armed forces or veterans pursuant to
Education Code 66025.8
2. Cal WORKS recipients in good standing with fewer
than 100 degree applicable units
3. Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSP&S)
students in good standing with fewer than 100
degree applicable units
4. Extended Opportunity Programs and Services
(EOP&S)
students in good academic standing with
fewer than 100 degree applicable units
5. Foster youth or former foster youth pursuant
to Education code section 66025.9 regardless of
academic standing and units taken.
6. Continuing students in good standing with fewer
than 100 degree-applicable units, middle college
students in good standing with fewer than 100 degree
applicable units, new, fully matriculated students,
returning exempt students and new students who are
exempt from matriculation.
7. Students who have lost their enrollment priority as
set forth below.
8. Special K-12 students pursuant to Education Code
section 76001.
9. To be eligible for registration priority as listed above
students must have completed orientation, assessment
and developed student education plans.
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*Please note that failure to comply with these requirements
may result in a hold on registration and/or loss of priority
registration until servers are completed.
Loss Of Registration Priority
Students with the exception of foster youth or former
foster youth, will lose registration priority at the rst
available registration after;
1.
They are placed on academic or progress probation,
or any combination thereof, for two consecutive
terms.
2. Have earned one hundred (100) or more
degree
applicable units in the District; however, -
non degree applicable basic skills do not count
toward the 100 units.
Appealing Loss of Registration Priority
Each college shall establish a Registration Appeals
Committee to review requests from students appealing
the loss of enrollment priority. College shall inform
students of the appeals process and the time period
by which appeals must be submitted. A student may
appeal on one or more of the following grounds:
1. The student has extenuating circumstances. Extenuating
circumstances are veried cases of accidents, illnesses
or other circumstances beyond the student’s control.
2.
The student applied for reasonable accommodation for
a disability; but did not receive it in a timely manner.
3. The student demonstrated signicant academic
improvement. Signicant academic improvements
as denes as achieving no less than a 2.0 grade point
average in the prior term.
The college’s Registration Priority Appeals Committee
shall notify the student within ten (10) business days of
its decision. The decision of the college Registration
Priority Appeals committee shall be nal.
Pre-Requisites, Co-Requisites and Advisories:
Pre-Requisite:
a condition of enrollment that a student
is required to meet in order to demonstrate readiness for
enrolling in a course or educational program.
Co-Requisite: Courses that a student is required to
take simultaneously in order to enroll in another course.
Advisory: An advisory is a course that a student is
advised, but not required to take in conjunction with or
prior to a course or program.
Satisfactory Grade: Academic record with the symbol
A, B, C, or “P”.
Procedures For Challenging Pre/Co Requisites And
Limitations On Enrollment
If a student believes a course taken at another college
or university meets the prerequisite for a course in
which he/she wishes to enroll, the student may submit
a prerequisite clearance request.
If a student has not met a prerequisite at either City
or another college/university and qualies for an
exemption from the pre-requisite requirement, a
prerequisite challenge form should be submitted to the
department chair.
Limitations on Enrollment
All courses shall be open to enrollment, however
enrollment in specic courses or programs may be
limited as follows:
1. Students meeting pre-requisites
2. Health and safety considerations
3. First come-rst served basis
4. Registration procedure
5. Intercollegiate competition, honors courses or
public performance courses, allocating available
seats to those students judged most qualied, or
6. Enrollment in one or more sections of course to
a cohort of students enrolled in one or more
other courses, provided however, that a reasonable
percentage of all sections of the course do not have
such restriction,
7. Students on probation or students or subject to
dismissal
8. May be limited to enrollment in a total number of
units to selected courses, or required to follow a
prescribed educational plan.
Challenges to Limitations on Enrollment:
A student may challenge an enrollment limitation on
any of the following grounds:
1. The enrollment limitation is either unlawfully
discriminatory or is being applied in an unlawfully
discriminatory manner.
2. The District is not following its policy on enrollment
limitations, or
3. Basis upon which the District has established an
enrollment limitation does not exist.
4. The student shall bear the burden of showing that
grounds exist for the challenge. Challenges shall be
addressed in 5 working days and if the challenge is
upheld, the enrollment limitation shall be waived.
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5. Upon completion of the challenge, the college shall
advise the student that he or she may le a formal
complaint of unlawful discrimination pursuant to
Title 5. Completion of this challenge procedure shall
be deemed to satisfy the requirement of Title 5 that
the district and the student attempted to informally
resolve the complaint.
Veterans
Admissions Requirements For Veterans
Veterans are required to follow these procedures:
1. File an application for VA Educational Benets
(VA Form 22-1990 or 22-5490) and an application for
admission to the college.
2. Complete and submit Veterans enrollment
forms for school records declaring major, transfer
school, and schools previously attended.
The appropriate form for over 60 units must be led.
3.
Request that transcripts from all colleges attended
be sent directly to the Admissions Ofce. This applies
even if attendance at a college was for a short time
with no units completed, or if it was prior to entering
the service.
4. Claims for dependents must be accompanied by
a copy of the claimant’s marriage license and/or birth
certicates for each dependent child.
5.
File VA Form 22-1995 (Request for Change of Program
or Place of Training) if you are a transfer student.
6. Apply each semester for continuous VA educational
benets.
Program Planning For Veterans
Veterans should select their major and choose courses
from those listed under that major in the catalog. It is
advisable to make an appointment with a counselor for
academic assistance. The VA will not pay for courses that
do not t into a veteran’s selected major.
Selective Service
Under Veterans Affairs, according to Duration Code
section 66500, all male applicants to undergraduate
admissions are obligated to register with the Selective
Service.
Elective Credit For Military Service
In accordance with Administrative Regulation E-118,
using the general petition process, the college will
maintain a written record of previous education and
training of the veteran or eligible person which clearly
indicates that the student has received appropriate credit
for previous education and training, with the training
period shortened proportionally. The student and the
VA will also be notied of this process. Students must
include a copy of their DD21 4, school transcripts, and/
or course documentation with their petitions, and submit
them to the Ofce of Admissions and Records.
Upon verication of completion of a Basic Training course
in any of the armed services, the physical education
graduation requirement will be waived. Waiver of the
health education graduation requirement is not automatic;
petitions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
A veteran may also receive 6 units of elective credit
for 181 days or more of active-duty service; such
petitions will also be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
SeeAcademic Policies, Credit for Military Service and
Elective Credit for Military Training.
Adds And Drops For Veterans
The Veterans Advisor should be notied of program
changes. Failure to do so may result in an overpayment
or underpayment. The Veterans Administration
holds the veteran responsible for reimbursement of
overpayments.
Academic Probation
In accordance with Title 38, Code of Federal Regulations,
Part 21, 5253 (d) (4), “The school enforces a policy
relative to standards of conduct and progress required
of the student.” This means that for veterans and/or
eligible dependents, if such a student fails to obtain a
cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better after
three (3) consecutive semesters, his/her VA educational
benets will be discontinued.
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FINANCIAL AID AND FEES
Financial Aid Ofce
Student Services Building
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2010
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/stusvcs/naid/
For more information, see the Financial Aid section at
the beginning of this catalog.
What Is Financial Aid?
Financial Aid is monies made available by federal and
state governments and by private sources in the form
of grants, scholarships, loans, and employment. This
assistance makes it possible for students to continue
their education beyond high school, even if they
and/or their family cannot meet the full cost of the
postsecondary school they choose to attend.
Who Is Eligible For Financial Aid?
To be considered for nancial aid, students must
generally meet the following minimum requirements:
• Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen. An
eligible non–citizen is a U.S. permanent resident
who has documentation from the Department of
Homeland Security verifying that his/her stay in the
U.S. is for other than a temporary purpose.
• Show nancial need.
• Be making satisfactory academic progress in a
course of study leading to an AA or AS degree,
certicate, or transfer to a baccalaureate degree
program.
• Not be in default on any loans such as Federal
Perkins Loans, Federal Stafford Loans (subsidized
and unsubsidized), Federal Direct Loans
(subsidized and unsubsidized, or FPLUS Loans
(Parental Loans for Undergraduate Students) at any
school attended.
• Not owe a refund on a Federal Pell Grant, Federal
Supplemental Educational Grant (FSEOG), or Cal
Grant programs.
• Be registered with the Selective Service, if male
between the ages of 18 and 26 years old.
• Be enrolled as a regular student in an eligible
program.
• Have a valid social security number.
• Demonstrate an Ability To Benet (as dened in
this section)
Ability to Benet (ATB):
Students who meet one of the qualications listed
below have demonstrated the ability to benet from a
college education in accordance with applicable federal
regulations.
• Received a high school diploma; or Passed a high
school prociency examination; OR
• Received a certicate of General Education
Development (GED); OR
• Successfully completed a two-year program
(minimum 48 credit towards a bachelor’s degree)
Education Status
Students requesting a change in education status
must submit a general petition with explanation. This
is consistent with our ofce policy that, like residency
changes, the burden of proof lies with the student.
The general petition may be evaluated for change by
the Dean, registrar, and supervisor. Changes can only be
made if the petition supports the claim that the student
did not earn the equivalent of an Associate degree
or higher in the United States. Acceptable forms of
documentation include but are not limited to a college
transcript from the institution in question or a student
record evaluation from a credential agency. Since
the Department of Education and the Financial Aid
Ofce use the information collected on the admissions
application to determine a students’ nancial aid
eligibility, it is important that any changes made must be
supported with documentation.
Admissions and Records assistants who process paper
applications are responsible for reviewing the application
for consistency of information before entering the
application into the Student Information System. If the
change is being made at the time of application, the
student must date and initial to indicate they are making
a change to verify they have not completed a college or
university degree.
How To Apply For Financial Aid
US Citizens, and aliens that hold eligible immigration
documents apply for all federal and state nancial aid
programs by completing a Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA). The application is available online
at www.fafsa.gov. Students that are classied AB540 by
the college’s Admissions Department may apply for
state of California nancial aid programs by completing
a CA Dream Act Application. It is available online at
www.cadreamact.org. The process is free.
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Never pay for federal or state nancial aid. You’ll need
an FSA User ID and password to “sign” your application,
make corrections to the application, and more. If you are
a dependent student, your parent will also need an FSA
User ID and password. The option to create your FSA
User ID and password will be presented to you when
you rst begin your FAFSA. If you choose not to create
your FSA User ID and password at the beginning of the
application the option will be presented to you again
when you get ready to submit it.
Students applying for Federal Direct Loans, Emergency
Loans, or scholarships must complete additional
applications and/or forms that may be requested from
the Financial Aid Ofce.
Note: Financial Aid applicants must use their own social
security number on all college records.
PRIORITY DATES & DEADLINES
In general, the institution must have on le a valid
Institutional Student Information Record (ISIR) by the last
day of enrollment for a term.
To receive a Pell Grant, nancial aid applications and all
required documents must be submitted to the Financial
Aid Ofce prior to the end of the enrollment period.
To receive a Cal Grant, the FAFSA must be submitted no
later than March 2, 2016 for the 2016-2017 award year.
Students planning to attend a community college have
a secondary deadline of September 2, 2016 to apply for
Cal Grant.
The priority processing date May 1, 2016 for the 2016-
2017 academic year. Students who have missed the
priority processing date are encouraged to apply as Pell
Grant funds may be available.
Consult the LACC Financial Aid Ofce for more
information regarding priority and deadline dates.
VERIFICATION
For students selected for verication by the Department
of Education, the Financial Aid Ofce will request
additional documents, such as Federal Tax Transcripts,
to process the application.
FEDERAL REFUND REQUIREMENTS
Students who receive federal nancial aid and withdraw
from ALL classes at the institution in the rst 60% of the
term may have to repay the “unearned” federal funds
received prior to withdrawal. The Financial Aid Ofce
will calculate the amount of federal funds earned up to
the point of withdrawal and students will be billed and
must repay any federal grant funds received but not
earned. Failure to repay these funds will result in the
denial of future federal nancial aid.
Post-withdrawal Disbursements
Students who have completed their nancial aid les but
withdrew from all of their courses before receiving any
disbursements form federal aid may be eligible for a post-
withdrawal disbursements. Students that are eligible for
such a disbursement will be notied by email.
Students are advised to contact the Financial Aid Ofce
before withdrawing from all of their classes.
FEDERAL RECALCULATION REQUIREMENTS
Federal Pell Grant and Federal Supplemental Educational
Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) awards must be recalculated
if the student’s information changes after the initial
calculation or disbursement. The three factors that are
most likely to change are enrollment status, expected
family contribution (EFC), and cost of attendance.
Awards will be calculated during each term, based
on the student’s enrollment status for that term. If the
student’s enrollment status changes up to the date of
the second disbursement run date, the Financial Aid
Ofce will recalculate the student’s federal nancial
aid grants. A recalculation may result in a decreased or
increased award.
FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID
Federal Pell Grants
The Federal Pell Grant is a federally funded program.
To be eligible, an applicant must be an undergraduate
student and demonstrate nancial need. The maximum
for 2016-2017 is $5,815. During his or her lifetime a
student’s eligibility is limited to the full-time equivalent
of 12 semesters.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity
Grants (FSEOG)
The FSEOG is a federal grant program designed to
supplement other sources of nancial aid for Pell Grant
recipients with exceptional need. A student must le a
FAFSA by the May 1, 2016 and have a complete nancial
aid le by June 1, 2016 in order to qualify.
Federal Work Study (FWS)
FWS enables a student to earn part of his/her nancial
aid award through campus employment. A student must
have led a FAFSA by the May 1, 2016 and indicate on
the FAFSA the he/she was interested in work-study. Also,
the student must have a completed his/her nancial aid
le by June 1, 2016 in order to qualify.
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Federal Loans
Federal Perkins Loan
This is a low interest loan made available to students with
exceptional need to meet their educational expenses.
Federal Direct Loans (Subsidized and Unsubsidized)
Students may be eligible to borrow up to $3,500 for
rst year students and $4,500 for second year students
per academic year from the Direct Loan Program. The
student’s annual borrowing limit may also vary based
upon the following:
• The amount of unmet need after other federal
assistance is considered; and
• The applicant’s aggregate student loan debt; and
• The applicant’s previous delinquent or defaulted
loan history.
Note: Los Angeles City College will be unable to certify
additional loans for a student who has already borrowed
two years worth of loans including loans borrowed
at other institutions, until the student has obtained
additional loan counseling.
Federal Direct Subsidized Loan
A low interest loans for students that demonstrate
nancial need. Students are not charged interest as long
as they are enrolled at least haf-time. The amount that a
student may borrow is based upon unmet need and the
student’s progress in an academic program. Also, loan
amounts are constrained by federally mandated annual
and aggregate limits.
Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan
A low interest loan for which a student isn’t required to
demonstrate nancial need. Students are responsible
for the interest charges while they are in school. Interest
begins to accrue when the rst disbursement is made,
The amount that a student may borrow is based upon
unmet costs and the student’s progress in an academic
program. Also, loan amounts are constrained by
federally mandated annual and aggregate limits.
In general, a student’s eligibility for subsidized loans is
limited to 150% of the the student’s published program
length.
Bureau Of Indian Affairs Grants (BIA)
The Bureau of Indian Affairs grants provide money to
help defray the costs of education for students with
American Indian heritage. Students may apply if they:
Are a member of, or at least one-quarter American
Indian blood or a descendent of a member of an American
Indian tribe who are eligible for the special programs and
services provided by the United States through the Bureau
of Indian Affairs to Indians because of their status as Indians.
Have been accepted for admission to a nationally accredited
institution of higher education that provides a course of
study conferring the Associate of Arts or Bachelor’s degree.
Demonstrate nancial need as determined by the nancial
aid ofcer of the post-secondary institution.
To obtain an application, please send your request to the
Ofce of Indian Education Program, 2800 Cottage Way,
Sacramento, California 95825.
State Financial Aid
Board Of Governor’s Fee Waiver Program (BOGFW):
Under this program enrollment fees are waived for students
who meet qualication criteria. Applicants do not have to
be enrolled in a specic number of units or courses to
receive the waiver and no repayment of funds is required.
California residents who are enrolled in al least one (1) unit
may apply for a fee waiver. There are three ways to qualify:
Method A
At the time of enrollment you are a recipient of benets
under the TANF/CalWORKS Program (formerly AFDC), SSI
(Supplemental Security Income), General Assistance (also
known as General Relief).
Method B
You meet the following 2016-2017 income standards:
Household Size
(including yourself)
Total 2015 Family Income
(adjusted gross income
and/or untaxed income)
1
$17,655
2
$23,895
3
$30,135
4
$36,375
5
$42,615
6
$48,855
7
$55,095
8
$61,335
Each additional
Family Member
$6,240
The Financial Aid Department determines that the student
has a nancial need that’s at least $1,104. This can be only
be determined if the student has submitted a FAFSA.
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In addition to the income standards, students may also
demonstrate BOGFW B eligibility by having a zero
EFC (Expected Family Contribution) under federal
methodology.
Note: Under the provisions of AB 131, students who
are exempt from paying nonresident tuition under
Education Code Section 68130.5 (AB 540) will become
eligible to participate in the BOG Fee Waiver program
on January 1, 2013.
If you qualify after you have paid your enrollment fees,
you should complete a “Request for Refund” form
available in the college Business Ofce.
Cal Grant Programs
Cal Grant A
Although Cal Grant A is only for use at a four-year
college, students should apply while attending Los
Angeles City College. The California Student Aid
Commission (CSAC) will reserve grants for students
who qualify until they transfer to a four-year college,
but will not hold them for more than two years.
Cal Grant B
Cal Grant B provides a living allowance for entering
college freshman. At a community college, students
receive up to $1,551 per academic year. Students must
be enrolled in a minimum of six (6) units to be eligible.
Cal Grant C
Cal Grant C is intended for students who desire to train for
specic occupations, vocations, or technical careers, but
who do not have the nancial resources to enter training
programs because they are from low income families.
Grants are limited to $576 per year at community colleges
for programs ranging in length from four months to two
years. Students must be enrolled in at least six (6) units
and demonstrate occupation achievement or aptitude in
the chosen eld.
Full-time Student Services Grant
Cal Grant B recipients may receive up to $600 per
year. The actual amount received is constrained by the
student’s unmet need.
Gainful Employment Program
For thousands of dollars less than you’d pay at private career
colleges, you can receive outstanding training in Dental
and Radiologic Technology, Nursing, Psychology/Human
Services, Photography, Journalism, Child Development,
Food Services/Dietetics, Cinema/TV Production, Acting/
Stage-Craft, Art/Graphic Arts, Music, Computer Technology,
Business, Law/Law enforcement and more.
The link below) provides information about the careers
for which each Career and Technical Education Certicate
prepares you, the costs associated with the program and
the average expected debt.com.
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/services/finaid/eligible-
programs.html
In order to be eligible for Federal Student Aid, a student
MUST be enrolled in an educational program that leads
to an associate’s degree, or prepares a student for gainful
employment in a recognized occupation. Students must
declare an associate’s major, select a transfer goal, or
be enrolled in an eligible program in order to receive
Federal Student Aid at LACC.
CHAFEE GRANT PROGRAM
The California Chafee Grant Program gives up to $5,000
annually of free money to foster youth and former foster
youth to use for college courses or vocational school
training. The student must be enrolled in an eligible
college or vocational school, enrolled at least half-time
and an eligible course of study that is at least one year
long. To get additional information, please contact the
California Chafee Grant Program at 1-888-224-7268 or
write to California Student Aid Commission, Specialized
Programs, Attn: California Chafee Grant Program P.O.
Box 419029 Rancho Cordova, CA 95741-9029.
LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL DEPENDENTS
SCHOLARSHIP
This grant program provides educational benets to
the dependents of California police and other law
enforcement ofcers (Chief of Police, Police Ofcers,
Sheriffs, Marshals, Deputy Marshals, etc.) who have been
killed or totally disabled in the line of duty. For more
information and application materials, write directly to:
California Student Aid Commission, 1515 S. Street, Suite
500, P.O. Box 510624, Sacramento, California 94245 –
Attention: LEPD Program.
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FINANCIAL AID AND FEES
Determining Financial Need
The type of nancial aid and amount received will be
determined by the LACC Financial Aid Ofce. Financial
aid awards are based on demonstrated nancial need
which is the difference between allowable educational
expenses and the expected family contribution (EFC)
and/or the student’s resources. Resources may include,
but are not limited to employment earnings, veteran
benets, Social Security benets, TANF/CalWORKS
benets, JTPA benets, and CARE benets. Expected
family contribution and resources are then measured
against the institutional student Cost of Attendance to
determine nancial need.
2016-2017 Cost of Education: Living at Home
9 Months 12 Months
Fees $1,220 $1,827
Books & Supplies $1,791 $2,687
Room & Board $4,968 $6,624
Transportation $1,107 $1,476
Personal Expenses $3,177 $4,236
TOTAL $12,263 $16,850
2016-2017 Cost of Education: Living Away From Home
9 Months 12 Months
Fees $1,220 $1,827
Books & Supplies $1,791 $2,687
Room & Board $12, 492 $16,656
Transportation $1,242 $1, 656
Personal Expenses $2, 916 $3, 888
TOTAL $19, 661 $26, 714
* Subject to change without notice by the California
Legislature.
Non-Resident Tuition is added to fees, depending on
the student residence code.
Dependent/Child Care is provided to students requiring
child care up to a maximum of $1,000. A student with a
spouse attending the same school will receive one child
care allowance per family.
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
1. General Information
Effective July 1, 2011, Los Angeles Community College
District has adopted a new Satisfactory Academic
Progress (SAP). In accordance with the Higher Education
Act of 1965, as amended, the Los Angeles Community
College District (hereinafter referred to as LACCD)
established the following Standards of Academic
Progress. These Standards apply to all students who
apply for and receive nancial aid from the programs
listed below.
Federal Pell Grant
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant
(FSEOG)
Federal Work Study (FWS)
Federal Perkins Loan
Federal Nursing Loan
Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students
(PLUS) Family Educational Loan (FFEL)
Federal Direct Student Loan (FDSL)
Cal Grant B and C Child Development Grant
Professional Judgment may be exercised in applying
these standards in accordance with Section 479A
of the Higher Education Act of 1965 As Amended
Through June 1994.
Satisfactory Academic Progress Standards are reasonable
if they are the same as or stricter than the institution’s
standards for a student enrolled in the same educational
program who is not receiving assistance under Title IV
Federal Financial Aid Programs.
Current and previous coursework earned at any college
within the LACCD will be reviewed for compliance with
the standards put forth in this policy
Consortium Classes
All classes throughout the LACCD will be included
when reviewing satisfactory academic progress.
For students aided under a consortium agreement
with colleges outside the LACCD, consortium classes
will be included during satisfactory academic progress
review by the home school (the college that processes
the student’s aid).
2. General Requirements
Students receiving nancial aid must be enrolled in an
eligible program. An eligible program is dened as:
• An educational program that leads to an associate
degree, or
• An educational program which is at least a two-
year academic transfer program that is acceptable
for full credit toward a bachelor’s degree, or
• An educational program which is at least a one-
academic-year training program that leads to a
certicate, degree, or other recognized educational
credential and that prepares a student for
gainful employment in a recognized occupation.
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3. Satisfactory Academic Progress Standards
• Maintenance of a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
• Fewer than ninety (90) attempted units for students
who indicated AA degree or Transfer as their
educational goal.
• ESL and Basic Skills/Remedial classes are excluded
from the ninety (90) unit limit when determining
units attempted.
• Students who have already earned an Associate
or higher degree outside of the LACCD will need
to follow the appeal procedure.
• In Progress (IP) grades count as attempted units
in the maximum time frame only. It does not affect
cumulative grade point average in the qualitative
measure nor is it included as completed units in
the quantitative measure.
• Completion of 67% cumulative units attempted.
• Entries recorded in the students’ academic record
as Incomplete (INC), No Credit (NCR), No Pass
(NP), and/or Withdrawal (W) are considered
non-grades and must be 33% or less than the
cumulative units at-tempted.
Application Of Standards
Satisfactory academic progress for nancial aid
students will be determined at the end of each
payment period/semester.
Students who are disqualied from nancial aid will be
notied by mail and receive the procedure for appeal.
A student who has been disqualied at any college
in the LACCD, is disqualied at all colleges within the
LACCD.
A change of one (1) educational goal or major course
of study will be permitted. Students are eligible to
receive nancial aid for one educational goal at the
institution of attendance.
Disqualication - Students will be disqualied if
they have one or more of the following academic
deciencies at the end of Spring semester:
• Total units attempted (excluding ESL and Basic
Skill/Remedial classes) are equal to or greater
than ninety (90) - Associate or higher degree has
been earned.
• Cumulative GPA is less than 2.0;
• Cumulative Non-Grades are more than 33%;
• Warning Probation Letter - Students will
receive a Warning Probation Letter at the
end of the Fall semester if they have one or
more of the following academic deciencies:
• Cumulative GPA is less than 2.0; Cumulative non-
grades are greater than 33%; Advisory Letter
Number of units attempted reaches forty-ve (45).
4. Maximum Time Length
Students attending for the purpose of obtaining an
Associate of Arts Degree (AA), an Associate of Science
Degree (AS), or completion of requirements for transfer
to a four year college, are allowed 90 attempted units in
which to complete their objective.
Exceptions will be made only when the requirements of
a student’s objective cause the student to exceed the
maximum time limit
Short Length Certicate Programs
Some certicate objectives at the Los Angeles
Community Colleges may be completed in less time
than that required for the Associate of Arts, Associate
of Science and Transfer objectives. The following table
shows the normal completion time and maximum time
for certicate programs of varying length:
Units required for
the Certicate
Normal
Length
Maximum
Length
10 to 24 2 semesters 3 semesters
25 to 36 3 semesters 5 semesters
37 to 48 4 semesters 6 semesters
To be eligible for nancial aid, a program must be at
least six (6) months in length with a minimum of sixteen
(16) units. Students enrolled in a certicate program
may continue to qualify for nancial aid up to ninety
(90) attempted units, six (6) full-time semesters, or the
equivalent, if they are planning to obtain an A.A. or A.S
degree or to transfer to a four-year school in addition to
obtaining the certicate.
Summer And Winter Financial Aid
Summer and Winter terms are included in the evaluation
of Satisfactory Academic Progress standards.
Fraud
Any student who attempts to obtain nancial aid by fraud
will be suspended from nancial aid for unsatisfactory
conduct. The college will report such instances to local
law enforcement agencies, to the California Student
Aid Commission, and/or to the Federal government.
Restitution of any nancial aid received in such a manner
will be required.
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Scholarships
Many scholarships are available to Los Angeles City College
students. Criteria may include evidence of leadership in
various academic departments and/or student activities,
citizenship, need, and scholastic ability.
Additional information about scholarships is available
through the Financial Aid Ofce, academic department
chairpersons or through the LACC Foundation.
Foundation
LACC Foundation located on the 3rd oor of the
Student Union building.
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2490 • www.laccfoundation.org.
Each year, the LACC Foundation provides students with
scholarships and awards to allow them to continue to
excel in their educational endeavors. These scholarships
vary in their elds, award amounts, and application
requirements, including evidence of leadership in
various academic departments and/or student activities,
citizenship, need, and scholastic ability. Scholarships
are the result of the generosity of private donors, LACC
alumni and the campus community. Students are
encouraged to visit individual department websites
and the LACC Foundation site for detailed information
regarding available scholarships and awards. All award
and scholarship applications normally become available
during the beginning of the Spring semester, and are
awarded to students towards the end of the Spring
semester.
Student Fees
Note: the fees listed below were accurate at the time this
catalog went to print, and are subject to change by the
California Legislature or the LACCD Board of Trustees.
Fees are due at the time of registration and create a hold
until paid in full.
Payment Methods
There are several ways to pay fees depending on the
student’s personal convenience and physical access to
the college:
• Students may pay fees by cash, check , Visa, Master
Card, American Express or Discover Card. If you pay
your fees by check, your student ID number will be
written on your check. If you do not wish to have your
student ID number appear on your check, you must
use an alternative form of payment. $10 handling fee
is charged on all returned checks. All fees may be
paid online.
TYPE OF FEE Summer Summer/
Winter
Fall
/Spring
Enrollment Fees
for ALL Students (*subject to change
by the California Legislature)
$46/unit $46/unit
Non-Resident Tuition
Beginning 2015-16 Academic Year
Capital Outlay Fee
$197/unit
$25/unit
$197/unit
$25/unit
Non-Resident Tuition for
International Student
and/or F-1 VISA
Beginning 2015-16 Academic Year
(All Non-Resident
International
students must also pay the $46* per
unit enrollment fee)
Application Fee
SEVIS Processing Fee
International Student
Medical Insurance (IMED)
$243/unit
$35
$25
None
$243/unit
$35
$25
$636
Audit Fee $15 $15
Health Services Fee $8 $11
Associated Student Organization
(ASO) Membership Fee (Optional)
$3 $7
Student Representation Fee (Mandatory)
$1 $1
Parking Fee –Standard
All Student Lots
$7 $20
Parking Fee ASO Preferred $10 $27
Instructional Materials Fee See courses
in schedule
of classes
See courses
in schedule
of classes
Transcripts Fees
(All fees owed must be paid before
transcripts or verications will be released.)
Regular Transcripts
Rush Transcripts (CSU/IGETC
Certication is not available with Rush
Transcript requests)
First 2 transcripts ever requested
Verication of Enrollment
First 2 transcripts ever requested
Additional copy
$3
$10
Free
$3
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LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE
Board Of Governors’ Waiver And Enrollment Fee
Assistance
Los Angeles City College offers enrollment fee assistance
to eligible students who need assistance in paying the
enrollment fee. The Board of Governors (BOG) Enrollment
Fee Waiver is available to a student whose family is
receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
(TANF) / CalWORKs, Supplemental Security Income/State
Supplemental Program, General Assistance/General Relief,
or who meet the qualifying income standard. In addition,
dependents of Veterans/National Guard, Congressional
Medal of Honor recipients and their children, victims of
the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack and dependents
of deceased law enforcement/re suppression personnel
killed in the line of duty, are also eligible for fee waiver.
An Automatic Fee Waiver will be processed for eligible
California residents who have led a Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with the College Financial
Aid Ofce. All other students must contact the Financial
Aid Ofce to obtain a Board of Governors Fee Waiver
(BOGFW) Application. See Board of Governors Fee
Waiver Program under “Financial Aid.”
Enrollment Fee Refund Policy
For full-term courses: The student will receive a full refund
up to the end of the second week of classes. There will
be no refunds after that date, unless the student must
drop a class due to cancellation or rescheduling by the
college administration.
For short-term courses: The student will receive a full
refund up to the end of a period of time equal to 10% of
total class time. There will be no refunds after that date,
unless the student must drop a class due to its cancellation
or rescheduling by the college administration.
1. All refund of fees paid MUST BE requested through
the Business Ofce. Refund must be accompanied
with the original copy of the register receipt and
credit card slip. A picture I.D. is also required.
2. A waiting period of 15 working days for check
payment will be observed before cash or check
refund will be given. A cancelled check will be
required to obtain an earlier refund. Refunds for
payment processed by electronic check can be
processed after a 10 working day waiting period
upon presentation of an electronic payment receipt.
3. Non-resident tuition fee refund will be made by
check.
Audit Fee
Students who are enrolled in ten units of credit or more
may audit up to three units without charge. There is no
withdrawal from an audit or refund of the audit fee.
Health Services Fee
The Board of Trustees shall require that each campus
collect a mandatory fee for the administration of a
college health program to all full-time and part-time
students pursuant to Education Code Section 76355
and Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations, Section
54702 (Board Rule 8502, which dene the services, fee
procedures, and specic allowable fee expenditures).
Except in cases where it is allowable under the law,
health services will not be provided to minors under the
age of eighteen (18), unless the student has a consent
form signed by a parent or guardian.
Exempted from the payment of these fees are:
(a) students who depend exclusively on prayer for
healing in accordance with the teaching of a bonade
religious sect,
(b) students who are attending classes under an
approved apprenticeship training program,
(c) noncredit education students,
(d) students enrolled in District colleges exclusively at
sites where student health services are not provided,
(e) students who are enrolled in District colleges
exclusively through Instructional Television or distance
education classes,
(f) studentswho are enrolled in District colleges exclusively
through contract education,
(g) students admitted as Special Part-time Students (K-12)
or Special Summer SchoolStudents under the provisions
of Board Rule 81001.01 or 81001.02
Associated Students Organization (ASO) Fee
This student activity fee supports scholarships,
enrichment programs and student events on campus.
Student Representation Fee
This is a mandatory per semester fee to provide support
for representatives to state student view points before
various governmental ofces and agencies.
Instructional Materials
Students may be required to provide their own
additional instructional or other materials required for
a credit or non-credit course. Such materials shall be of
continuing value to a student outside of the classroom
setting and shall not be solely or exclusively available
from the District.
Bookstore Cost of Course Materials
Visit this website to nd out the cost of specic course
textbooks.
http://www.laccbookstore.com/buy_courselisting.asp
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REQUIREMENTS
The LACCD has adopted Board Rule 91101, “Student
Discipline Procedures,” to provide uniform procedures
to assure due process when a student is charged with
a violation of the Standards of Student Conduct. All
proceedings held in accordance with these procedures
shall relate specically to an alleged violation of the
established Standards of Student Conduct. These
provisions do not apply to grievance procedures,
student organization councils and courts, or residence
determination and other academic and legal requirements
for admission and retention. Disciplinary measures may be
taken by the College independently of any charges led
through civil or criminal authorities, or both.
Copies of the Student Discipline Procedures are available
in the Ofce of Vice President of Student Services.
Student Grievance Procedures-
Ombudsperson
Administrative Regulation E-55
Information about the grievance procedures and a copy
of the regulation are available to grievant(s) and/or
respondent(s) upon request from the Ombudsperson in
the Ofce of Student Life & Leadership Development,
located in the Student Union. The ombudsperson can
be reach at [email protected]. The
purpose of this regulation is to provide a prompt and
equitable means for resolving student(s) grievances. In
the pursuit of academic goals, the student should be
free of unfair or improper action by any member of the
academic community.
The grievance procedure may be initiated by a student,
or group of students who reasonably believe he/she/they
have been subjected to unjust action or denied rights that
adversely affect his/her/their status, rights, or privileges as
a student. It is the responsibility of the student(s) to submit
proof of alleged unfair or improper action.
The role of the Ombudsperson is that of a facilitator
of the grievance process, and not that of an advocate
for either the grievant(s) or respondent(s). During the
informal resolution stage of the grievance process, the
ombudsperson will facilitate informal meetings and
discussions that may lead to a resolution of the grievance.
If the matter cannot be resolved informally, the student may
request a formal grievance hearing. Grievances pertaining
to grades are subject to the California Education Code,
Section 76224(a) which states: “When grades are given
for any course of instruction taught in a community college
district, the grade given to each student shall be the
grade determined by the instructor of the course and the
determination of the student’s grade by the instructor, in
the absence of mistake, fraud, bad faith, or incompetency,
shall be nal.”
This grievance procedure does not apply to the challenge
process for prerequisites, co-requisites, advisories
and limitations on enrollment; alleged violations of
sexual harassment; actions involving student discipline;
alleged discrimination on the basis of the ethnic group
identication, religion, age, sex, color, sexual orientation,
physical or mental disability; or an appeal for residency
decision; or the eligibility, disqualication or reinstatement
of Financial Aid. The appeal procedure regarding
Financial Aid may be obtained in the Financial Aid Ofce.
Additional information regarding discrimination and
sexual harassment procedures and policies are listed in the
Schedule of Classes and the College Catalog. Procedure
may be obtained from the Ombudsperson, located in in
the Ofce of Student Life & Leadership Development,
located in the Student Union. For assistance, call (323) 953-
4000 ext. 2453 or email [email protected].
Open Enrollment
The policy of the Los Angeles Community College
District is that, unless specically exempted by statute or
regulation, every course, course selection, or class offered
and maintained by the District and reported for state aid
shall be fully open to enrollment and participation by any
person who has been admitted to Los Angeles City College
and who meets the prerequisites established according to
the regulations contained in California Code of Regulations
Title 5 §§55200-55202.
Drug-Free Campus
Los Angeles City College adheres to, supports, and is
in full compliance with requirements that maintain our
college as a drug-free institution of higher education.
The LACCD Board of Trustees has adopted the following
standards of conduct:
Students and employees are prohibited from unlawfully
possessing, using or distributing illicit drugs and alcohol
on district premises, in District vehicles, or as part of any
activity of the Los Angeles Community College District.
The LACCD Board of Trustees has adopted Rule
9803.19, which prohibits: Any possession of controlled
substances which would constitute a violation of
Health and Safety Code section 11350 or Business and
Professions Code section 4230, any use of controlled
substances, the possession of which is prohibited by the
same or any possession or use of alcoholic beverages
while on any property owned or used by the District
or colleges of the District. “Controlled substances,” as
used in this section, include, but are not limited to the
following drugs and narcotics: opiates, opium and opium
derivatives, mescaline, hallucinogenic substances,
peyote, marijuana, stimulants, depressants, cocaine.
The LACCD Board of Trustees policy on the Drug-Free
Workplace restates these prohibitions.
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REQUIREMENTS
Legal Sanctions
Federal laws regarding alcohol and illicit drugs allow for
nes and/or imprisonment. Other legal problems include
the loss of driver’s license and limitations of career choices.
Health Risks
Health risks associated with the abuse of controlled
substances include malnutrition, damage to various
organs, hangovers, blackouts, general fatigue, impaired
learning, dependency, disability, and death. Both drugs
and alcohol may be damaging to the development of
an unborn fetus.
Other Risks
Personal problems include diminished self-esteem,
depression, alienation from reality, and suicide. Social
problems include loss of friends, academic standing
and co- and extra- curricular opportunities, alienation
from and abuse of family members, and chronic conict
with authority. Economic problems include loss of job,
nancial aid eligibility, homes, savings, and other assets.
Counseling, Treatment and Rehabilitation
Students should contact the LACC Counseling Ofce
for assistance and referrals.
Disciplinary Action
Violation of the above Board Rules shall result in
student discipline, imposed in accordance with the
Student or termination of nancial aid; suspension;
withdrawal of consent to remain on campus; expulsion
subject to reconsideration; and permanent expulsion.
Furthermore, institutional policies and practices
may impose disciplinary sanctions on students and
employees consistent with local, state, and Federal
law, up to and including expulsion, termination of
employment, and referral for prosecution for violations
of the standard of conduct.
The Los Angeles Community College District is committed
to drug-free and alcohol-free campuses. We ask you to
share in this commitment and dedication.
Educational Environment Policy
Due to requirements set forth by the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration, proper attire,
including shoes, eye ware, and other articles, should be
worn during all class hours.
Sex Offender Registration
California law requires that certain statutorily dened
sex offenders notify community college law enforcement
ofcials that they are present on campus in specic
capacities. If you Fall into this category, you must register
with the College’s Sheriff’s Department Ofce.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted in any classroom or other
enclosed facility that any student is required to occupy
or which is customarily occupied by students, faculty,
staff, and/or administrator.
Workforce Diversity
The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District
is to implement afrmatively equal opportunity to all
qualied employees and applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry,
religion, creed, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual
orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken
to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel
practices, including recruitment, hiring, placement,
upgrading, transfer, demotion, treatment during
employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation,
selection for training, layoff, or termination. An Afrmative
Action Program will be maintained in accordance with
Board Rule 101301.
Inquiries regarding Workforce Diversity at Los Angeles
City College should be directed to the Associate Vice
President, Administrative Services responsible for
Human Resources.
STANDARDS OF STUDENT CONDUCT
Board Rules website: laccd.edu/board_rules
Students enrolling in one of the Los Angeles Community
Colleges may rightfully expect that the faculty and
administrators will maintain an environment in which there
is freedom to learn. This requires that there be appropriate
conditions and opportunities in the classroom and on the
campus. As members of the College community, students
should be encouraged to develop the capacity for critical
judgment; to engage in sustained and independent search
for truth; and to exercise their rights to free inquiry and free
speech in a responsible, nonviolent manner.
Students shall respect and obey civil and criminal law,
and shall be subject to legal penalties for violation of
laws of the City, County, State, and Nation.
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LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE GENERAL EDUCATION PATTERN FOR ASSOCIATE DEGREE
2016 – 2017 (Effective Fall 2016)
N = NEED IP = IN PROGRESS C = COMPLETED
N
IP C
A. NATURAL SCIENCES
Complete 1 course from below
3 UNITS
Anatomy 1
Anthropology 101
Astronomy 1, 5, 11
Biology 3, 6, 7, 25
Chemistry 60, 101, 102, 211, 212, 221
Earth Science 1
Family & Consumer Studies 21
Geography 1, 15
Geology 1, 2, 6
Microbiology 1, 20
Oceanography 1
Physics 6, 7, 11, 12, 14, 21, 22, 101, 102, 103
Physiology 1
Psychology 2
B. SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
(TOTAL 6 UNITS FROM B1 and B2)
3 UNITS
1. American Institutions
Complete 1 course from below
African American Studies 4, 5, 7
Chicano Studies 7, 8
History 11, 12, 13, 81, 82
Political Science 1, 19
2. Social and Behavioral Sciences
Complete 1 course from below
3 UNITS
Accounting 1
Anthropology 102, 103, 121, 151
Business 1
Chicano Studies 7, 8, 44
Child Development 1, 11, 42
Communications 122
Economics 1, 2
Family & Consumer Studies 31
Geography 2
History 1, 2, 3, 4, 59, 73, 86, 87
Journalism 105
Law 3, 7
Linguistics 2, 3
Political Science 2, 5, 7, 14, 19
Psychology 1, 13, 41, 43
Sociology 1, 2, 11, 12, 32
C. HUMANITIES
Complete 1 course from below
3 UNITS
African American Studies 20, 60
American Sign Language 1, 2, 3
Arabic 1, 2
Armenian 1, 2
Art 201, 209, 501
Art History 103, 110, 120, 130, 139, 140,
151, 171
Chicano Studies 44
Chinese 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 21, 22
Cinema 3, 4, 18, 501
Communication Studies 130
Dance Studies 805
French 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 21, 22
English 102, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208,
211, 212, 214, 215, 216, 218, 219, 239,
240, 252, 255, 270
Humanities 6, 8, 30, 31, 61
Italian 1, 2
Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 21, 22
Korean 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 21, 22
Linguistics 1
Music 101, 111, 116, 121, 122, 135, 136, 200
Philosophy 1, 14, 20, 30, 32, 40
Photography 10, 34
Russian 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, 12
Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 21, 22, 35, 36
Theater 100, 110, 114, 338, 400
D. LANGUAGE AND RATIONALITY
(TOTAL 6 UNITS FROM D1 and D2) Complete with a grade of “C” or better
1. English Composition
Complete 1 course from below
3 UNITS
English 28, 101
E.S.L. 8
Journalism 101
2. Communication and Analytical Thinking
Complete 1 course from below
3 UNITS
1. Demonstrate math competency by placing one level higher than intermediate algebra (e.g., university transferable math
courses) using multiple measures such as the LACCD official assessment score; or
2. Submit documentation that a course equivalent to one of the mathematics courses listed below has been completed (with a grade
of “C” or better) at another accredited college/university; or
3. Complete one of the following LACC math courses (with a grade of “C” or better):
Mathematics 124A & 124B, 125, 215, 216, 227, 230, 236, 240, 245, 260, 261, 262, 263, 270, 272, 275
Computer Science 101, 103, 108
Computer Technology 1
Communication Studies 101, 102, 104, 121
English 102, 103
Philosophy 5, 6, 8, 9
Psychology 66, 74
Mathematics 124A, 124B, 125, 215, 216, 227,
230, 236, 240, 245, 260, 261, 262, 263, 270,
272, 275
E. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Must include 1 unit of P.E. Activity* (Health 2 includes a P.E. Activity)
3 UNITS
*Exemption from the P.E. requirement is allowed for illness or physical disability by filing a physician’s statement at the Admissions & Records Office
The entire area is waived for Veterans with a DD214 - honorable discharge.
1. Health Education:
Health 2, 8, 11, 12
2. Physical Education Activity:
Dance Studies, Dance Techniques, Dance Specialties, Kinesiology
MAJOR:
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LACC ASSOCIATE DEGREE GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
1. Minimum of 60 units with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better (12 units must be completed at LACC).
2. All specific requirements for the Major as determined by the Academic Department (minimum of 18 units). All courses required for the Major must
be completed with
grade of “C” or “P” or better. Please consult with an academic counselor.
3. Completion of all G.E. Requirements for the Associate Degree listed above. Competency requirement for English and Math courses must be completed with a grade of
“C” or better.
4. Evaluation of transcripts from accredited colleges are not officially approved until signed off by Admissions and Records or the Articulation Office.
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TRANSFER INFORMATION
TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS
Students who plan to earn a bachelor’s degree should
take a pattern of courses designed to complete the
lower-division preparation for their major and the general
education pattern of the college to which they will transfer.
Students also have the option of choosing to follow
the Intersegmental General Education Transfer
Curriculum (IGETC) for UC or CSU campuses, or the
CSU G.E. breadth requirements which will enable them
to complete their lower-division general education
courses at Los Angeles City College. Los Angeles City
College can provide lower-division preparation for
various majors at most California public and private
four-year institutions.
For the purposes of classication, students who
are paralleling the work of four-year colleges and
universities are deemed to be “transfer students.”
Two principal kinds of requirements must be met in
order to attain full junior standing at the University of
California or other institutions maintaining equivalent
standards to which students expect to transfer:
1. Completion of the specic requirement for junior
standing in the proposed college or university; or
2. Completion of the lower-division prerequisites for
upper division majors and minors. Prerequisites vary
according to the institution of higher education in which
students expect to enroll.
NOTE: Students are strongly advised to gather as much
information as possible about their chosen transfer
college or university. Counselors will assist students
with the transfer process, including appropriate course
selection and information regarding the admissions
process and requirements. However, it is up to each
individual student—working with a counselor—to decide
upon an educational goal, to take responsibility for
devising a long-range educational plan to achieve this
goal, to read the catalog of his or her chosen transfer
institution, and then to choose the appropriate Los
Angeles City College courses to satisfy the requirements
for transfer to that college or university. We also
recommend students to visit the University Transfer
Center for guidance on transfer requirements (AD 109).
Courses Which May Be Used in CSU or IGETC patterns:
1. Courses that are required for the major may also be
used for general education.
2. A course found in more than one area may be
counted only once.
3. Courses taken at other California Community
Colleges are counted only in the area(s) where they are
listed for that college.
Courses taken at a foreign institution may not be used
on the UC/CSU Certied Plan.
Courses required for the major must be completed with
a grade of “C” or higher.
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY (CSU)
CERTIFICATION OF GENERAL EDUCATION
REQUIREMENTS
Under agreement with the California State University
system, Los Angeles City College can certify up to 39
units toward the general education requirements for
a baccalaureate degree at any one of the campuses
in the State University system. Under this certication
process, the receiving college will accept the units
certied toward completion of the general education
requirements as the institution prescribes them. The
college to which the student transfers would agree
neither to reduce this number nor to question the units
certied. It is important for the student to follow the
required patterns as listed below and to take courses in
as many different areas as possible. Students planning
to transfer should consult with a counselor concerning
these general education requirements as soon as they
have determined the college they wish to attend, as the
requirements are periodically revised.
NOTE: Every community college may apply its courses
differently even if the course has the same title and
number. See a counselor, particularly if taking courses
elsewhere in the Los Angeles Community College
District (LACCD). Areas A1, A2, A3 and B4 must
be completed with a grade of “C” or better before
transferring to a CSU institution. Please refer to the
California State University General Education (CSU G.E.)
worksheet at the end of this section.
1. LACC recommends that students complete the
lower division requirements for the major before
transferring. Major preparation requirements can
be accessed on www.assist.org, the ofcial source
for California articulation and student transfer
information. Completion of these requirements
maynot guarantee admission into the major, but can
increase the student’s chances for acceptance. Other
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lower division courses that are not offered at LACC
may be required for the major after transfer.
2. Students who transfer to CSU may also earn an
Associate’s degree by completing courses in the
major (please see a counselor for major-specic
information), altogether completing a minimum of 60
transferable units.
3. Completion of the General Education requirements
will not guarantee admission into a university but can
increase the student’s chances for acceptance.
4. Areas A1, A2, A3 and B4 must be completed with a
“C” or better for admissions eligibility to a CSU campus.
5. All coursework must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0
(“C”) or better.
6. Completion of all CSU G.E. pattern may not be the
best general education preparation pathway for ALL
majors (such as STEM and Liberal Studies – Teacher
Prep). Please consult with a counselor to determine
the best plan to meet your educational goals.
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California State University General Education (GE) Breadth Requirements
Los Angeles City College 2016 - 2017 (Effective Fall 2016)
N = NEED IP = IN PROGRESS C = COMPLETED
N
IP
C
AREA A: ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION AND CRITICAL THINKING
Select at least 1 course from each Group below. Must be completed with a grade of C or better. 9 units min
A1: Oral Communication Communication Studies 101, 102, 121
A2: Written Communication English 101
A3: Critical Thinking Communication Studies 104 English 102, 103 Philosophy 5, 6, 8, 9
Psychology 66
AREA B: SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY AND QUANTITATIVE REASONING
Select at least 1 course from each Group listed below. 9 units min
B1: Physical Science
Astronomy 1, 5, 11
Chemistry 60, 101, 102,
211, 212, 221
Earth Science 1
Geography 1, 15
Geology 1, 2, 6
Oceanography 1
Physics 6, 7, 11, 12, 14,
21, 22, 101, 102, 103
B2: Life Science
Anatomy 1
Anthropology 101
Biology 3, 6, 7, 25
Microbiology 1, 20
Physiology 1
Psychology 2
B3: Laboratory Activity
At least one of the courses
selected from group B1 or B2
must include a lab.
Lab courses are indicated by
an underline.
The chosen lab must be
associated with the lecture
course.
B4: Mathematics/
Quantitative Reasoning
Select 1 course; must be
completed with a grade of C or
better.
Mathematics 215, 216,
227, 230, 236, 240, 245,
260, 261, 262, 263, 270,
272, 275
AREA C: ARTS AND HUMANITIES
Select 3 courses from below, 1 course from Arts, 1 course from Humanities & 1 from either area 9 units min
C1: Arts
Select at least 1 course from below
African American Studies 60
Art 201, 209, 501
Art History 103, 110, 120, 130, 139, 140, 151, 171
Cinema 3, 4
Dance Studies 805
Music 101, 111, 121, 122, 135, 200
Photography 10, 34
Theater 100, 110, 338, 400
C2: Humanities
Select at least 1 course from below
African American Studies 20
American Sign Language 1, 2, 3
Arabic 1, 2 Armenian 1, 2
Chicano Studies 44 Cinema 18
Chinese 1, 2, 3, 4, 10 Communication Studies 130
English 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 211, 212, 214,
215, 216, 218, 219, 239, 240, 252, 255, 270
French 1, 2, 3, 4, 10 History 3, 4, 7, 86, 87
Humanities 6, 8, 30, 31, 61 Italian 1, 2
Japanese 1, 2, 3, 4, 9 Korean 1, 2, 3, 4, 10
Linguistics 1 Philosophy 1, 14, 20, 30, 32, 40
Political Science 5 Russian 1, 2, 3, 4, 10
Spanish 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 35, 36
AREA D: SOCIAL SCIENCES
Select 3 courses from below, from at least 2 disciplines. 9units min
African American Studies 4, 5, 7
Anthropology 102, 103, 121, 151
Business 1
Chicano Studies 7, 8
Child Development 1, 11, 42
Computer Science 103
Communication Studies 121, 122
Economics 1, 2
Geography 2
History 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 11, 12, 13, 59, 73, 81, 82, 86, 87
Journalism 105
Law 3, 7
Linguistics 2, 3
Political Science 1, 2, 7, 14, 19
Psychology 1, 13, 74
Sociology 1, 2, 11, 12, 32
AREA E: LIFELONG LEARNING AND SELF DEVELOPMENT
Veterans with DD214 honorable discharge receive waiver for this area and 3 units toward CSU transfer. 3 units min
Child Development 1
Counseling 40
Family & Consumer Studies 21
Health
2, 8, 11
Psychology
41, 43, 60
US History, Constitution, and American Ideals: Complete 1 course from each group below:
Completion of the United States History, Constitution, and American Ideals Requirement is required
for graduation from any CSU Campus. (Note: Can also fulfill G.E. Breadth Requirements in Area D.)
GROUP 1 – African American Studies 4, 5 Chicano Studies 8 History 11, 12, 13, 81, 82
GROUP 2 – African American Studies 7 Political Science 1
PLEASE NOTE THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Minimum of 60 CSU transferable units with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better.
2. Courses taken in A1, A2, A3, and B4 must be completed with a grade of ”C-” or better.
3. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to discuss the G.E. and lower division major requirements for transfer.
4. Evaluation of transcripts from accredited colleges are not officially approved until signed off by Admissions and Records and the Articulation Office.
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INTERSEGMENTAL GENERAL EDUCATION
TRANSFER CURRICULUM (IGETC)
The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
(IGETC) is a general education program that community
college transfer students may use to fulll lower-division
general education requirements in either the UC or
the CSU system without the need, after transfer, to take
additional lower-division general education courses. The
IGETC pattern is most useful for students who want to
keep their options open before making a nal decision
about transferring to a particular UC or CSU campus.
Completion of IGETC does NOT guarantee admission, nor
is it required for admission.
Students pursuing majors that require extensive lower-
division major preparation may not nd the IGETC option
to be advantageous. Engineering, Architecture, and Liberal
Studies are examples of those majors. UC San Diego
Colleges of Roosevelt and Revelle, UC Berkeley Haas
School of Business and College of Environmental Design
(Architecture & Landscape Architecture majors) will not
accept the IGETC. Schools of Engineering do not generally
recommend the IGETC. Before selecting any courses, please
see a counselor for assistance in planning your program.
GPA Requirement
IGETC courses must be completed with a grade of C
(2.0) or higher. A “Credit” or “Pass” that is dened by
institutional policy as being equivalent to a grade of C (2.0)
or higher may be applied to meet IGETC requirements.
Use of AP Exams
IGETC course credit may be earned for scores of 3, 4 or 5
on Advanced Placement (AP) exams that the community
college faculty recognize as equivalent to its IGETC-
approved courses. An acceptable score on an English
AP exam may be used to meet the English Composition
requirement, not the Critical Thinking/ English
Composition requirement.
Prociency in a Language Other Than English
Students may demonstrate prociency for the purpose
of fullling the Language Other Than English IGETC
requirement in one of the following ways: • Complete two
years of high school coursework in one language other
than English with a grade of C or better. Student must
provide ofcial transcripts from High School; or • Complete
a course at a college or university with a grade of C or
better in each course. Refer to IGETC Area 6 for courses;
or • Achieve a satisfactory score on the SAT Subject Test in
languages other than English. If the test was taken before
May 1995, the rst score is the minimum; if the test was
taken after May 1995, use the second score.
Spanish/Spanish With Listening: 500/520
Achieve a score of 3, 4 or 5 on a College Board
Advanced Placement (AP) Examination in a language
other than English.
Achieve a score of 5 or higher on an International
Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level Examination in a
language other than English.
Satisfactorily complete a prociency test administered
by a community college, university or other college in
a language other than English. The test must assess the
student prociency at a level equivalent to at least two
years of high school language.
Complete, with grades of C or better, two years of
formal schooling at the sixth-grade level or higher
in an institution where the language of instruction is
not English. If secondary school was completed in a
non-English-speaking country and the language of
instruction of the secondary school was not English,
language other than English prociency can be certied
for IGETC without further evaluation. The student must
present appropriate documentation of attendance at
the secondary school.
Earn a passing grade on the international A level or O
level exam in a language other than English.
If an appropriate achievement test is not available to
assert a student’s prociency in a language other than
English, a faculty member associated with a California
community college can verify competency. The college
must provide a document on letterhead asserting that
the student prociency in the language is equivalent to
two years of high school study.
NOTE: IGETC considerations: Students with a substantial
amount of coursework from institutions outside the
United States should consult with a Los Angeles City
College counselor to determine whether they should
complete IGETC or the lower-division breadth/general
education requirements at the campus they plan to
attend. Foreign coursework from non-US regionally
accredited institutions may not be used. In addition,
some colleges or majors prefer that transfer students
follow a more prescribed lower-division curriculum.
INTERSEGMENTAL GENERAL EDUCATION TRANSFER CURRICULUM (IGETC)
LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE 2016-2017 (EFFECTIVE FALL 2016)
MAY BE USED FOR GENERAL EDUCATION CERTIFICATION FOR UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AND / OR CALIFORNIA STATE
N = NEED IP = IN PROGRESS C = COMPLETED
N
IP
C
AREA 1: ENGLISH COMMUNICATION
CSU: Select 3 courses, one from Group 1A and one from Group 1B, and one from Group 1C for a total of 9 units required
UC: Select 2 courses, one from Group 1A and one from Group 1B for a total of 6 units required
GROUP 1A: English Composition (3 units) English 101
GROUP 1B: Critical Thinking/English Composition (3 units) English 102, 103 Philosophy 5
GROUP 1C: Oral Communication - CSU only (3 units) Communication Studies 101, 102, 121
AREA 2: MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS AND QUANTITATIVE REASONING
Select
1 course
from below
3 units min
Mathematics 227, 230, 236, 245, 260, 261, 262, 263, 270, 272, 275
AREA 3: ARTS AND HUMANITIES
Select 3 courses from below, at least 1 course from Arts, 1 course from Humanities and 1 from either area. 9 units min
3A: ARTS Select at least 1 course from below:
African American Studies 60
Art History 103, 110, 120, 130, 139, 140, 151, 171
Cinema 3, 4
Dance Studies 805
Music 111, 121, 122, 135
Photography 34
Theater 338, 400
3B: HUMANITIES Select at least 1 course from below:
African American Studies 20
American Sign Language 3
Chicano Studies 44 Chinese 3, 4, 10
English 203, 204, 205, 206, 208, 211, 212, 214, 215, 216,
219, 239, 240, 252, 255, 270
French 3, 4, 10 History 3, 4, 7, 86, 87
Humanities 6, 8, 30, 31, 61
Japanese 3, 4, 9 Korean 3, 4, 10
Linguistics 1 Philosophy 1, 14, 20, 30, 32, 40
Political Science 5 Russian 3, 4, 10
Spanish 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10
Theater 100, 110
AREA 4: SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
Selec
t 3 courses
from below, from at least 2 different disciplines
9 units min
African American Studies 4, 5, 7
Anthropology 102, 103, 121, 151
Chicano Studies 7, 8
Child Development 1
Communication Studies 121, 122
Economics 1, 2
Geography 2
History 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 11, 12, 13, 59, 73, 81, 82, 86, 87
Law 3
Linguistics 2, 3
Political Science 1, 14, 19
Psychology 1, 13, 74
Sociology 1, 2, 11, 12, 32
(Note any combination of HISTORY 11, 12, AFRO AM 4, 5,
CHICANO 7, 8 is given credit for one course only and max 3 units)
AREA 5: PHYSICAL SCIENCE AND BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE
Select 1 Physical Science Course and 1 Biological Science Course from below. 1 course must include a laboratory 7-9 units min
5A: PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Astronomy 1, 5, 11
Chemistry 60, 101, 102, 211, 212, 221
Earth Science 1
Geography 1, 15
Geology 1, 2, 6
Oceanography 1
Physics 6, 7, 11, 12, 14, 21, 22, 101, 102, 103
5B: BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE
Anatomy 1
Anthropology 101
Biology 3, 6, 7, 25
Microbiology 1, 20
Physiology 1
Psychology 2
5C
:
Laboratory Science Requirement
At least one course selected from
group 5A or 5B must include a lab.
Lab courses are indicated by an
underline. The chosen lab must be
associated with the lecture course
.
AREA 6: LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH - UC REQUIREMENT ONLY
Proficiency in a language other than English may be met in one of the ways listed below
1. Complete Level 2 or higher of the following Foreign Language courses: American Sign Language, Arabic, Armenian, Chinese,
French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish
2. Complete 2 years of high school study in the same language with a grade of “C–“ or higher.
3. Demonstrating equivalent proficiency prior to transfer may also satisfy this requirement. Please consult with a counselor.
AMERICAN INSTITUTIONS REQUIREMENT - CSU GRADUATION REQUIREMENT ONLY
Complete one course from both Group 1 and 2 below. (Note: Courses can also fulfill G.E. requirements in Area 4)
GROUP 1 – African American Studies 4, 5 Chicano Studies 8 History 11, 12, 13, 81, 82
GROUP 2 – African American Studies 7 Political Science 1
PLEASE NOTE THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Minimum of 60 UC transferable units with a cumulative grade point average of 2.4 or better.
2. All courses taken to meet IGETC requirements must be completed with a grade of ”C” or better.
3. Students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to discuss the G.E. and lower division major requirements for transfer.
4. Evaluation of transcripts from accredited colleges are not officially approved until signed off by Admissions and Records or the Articulation Office.
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CERTIFICATION
What Certication Means?—certication guarantees
that no additional lower-division general education
courses can be imposed on a student as a condition
of graduation. “Certied” community college students
are deemed to have satised the lower-division
general education requirements of their chosen
transfer institution. “Uncertied” UC and CSU transfer
students will have their transfer coursework applied
to the graduation requirements of their new UC or
CSU campus, but will nd that they must complete
more lower division, general education units than are
required of a “certied” transfer. For this reason, “fully
certied” transfer is strongly recommended.
Courses completed at a California Community College
will be applied to the subject area in which they were
listed by the institution where the work was completed.
Coursework from other United States regionally
accredited institutions may be used on IGETC OR CSU
G.E. Coursework must be evaluated by a counselor.
Requirements should be completed and certied prior
to transfer. Los Angeles City College will verify that the
student has completed the IGETC requirements prior
to transfer to the UC or CSU system. It is the student’s
responsibility to request IGETC or CSU G.E certication
during the last semester of attendance.
Partial certication is dened as completing all but two
(2) courses on the IGETC pattern. The student petitions
for certication and either the complete or partial
certication is sent by the CCC to the UC or CSU. Each UC
or CSU campus will inform a student that has submitted
a partial certied IGETC of the specic timelines and
courses needed to complete the IGETC. The UC or
CSU is responsible for verifying that the missing IGETC
course(s) has been completed. Warning: Students need
Area 1 and 2 completed to meet minimum transfer
admission requirements. Therefore, partial certication
that acknowledges a deciency in Area 1 and/or 2 may
also indicate a student does not meet minimum transfer
requirements.
IGETC CERTIFICATION
All IGETC coursework MUST be completed before
a student’s transfer to receive complete IGETC
Certication. Students may be partially certied under
the IGETC pattern if they are missing no more than two
courses from the IGETC pattern.
CSU G.E. CERTIFICATION
The California State University (CSU) system will extend
Full Certication to students who have completed all
sections of the CSU General Education Pattern. Partial
Certication is awarded for completion of any of the
ve general education subsections. CSU Certication
should be requested during your last semester.
NOTE: It is the student’s responsibility to request
certication. Request for IGETC or CSU G.E. certication
is done by completing a Transcript Request Form
and submitting it to the Admissions & Records Ofce,
Room 100. Request should be made once student
has completed all coursework and grades are posted.
There are two sides to the form. Make sure to select the
“Hold for CSU or IGETC Certication” box on the front
and the corresponding box on the back along with all
other requested information on both sides. Students
applying for an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT)
receive automatic certication.
INDEPENDENT UNIVERSITIES
Transfer admission requirements of independent colleges
and universities vary, as do course transferability and
course credit allowed. Students should consult the College
Catalog for their intended transfer institution for specic
transfer admission requirements, general education and
major preparation requirements and course transferability
and/or see a counselor for additional transfer information/
articulation. Visit the University Transfer Center (Student
Services Building) for more information.
HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES
TRANSFER INFORMATION
The Historically Black Transfer Project was developed
to offer a smooth and seamless student pathway from
California Community Colleges to targeted Historically
Black Colleges and Universities. Students, by preparing
to transfer to the University of California or the California
State University systems may also be eligible for
admissions to targeted HBCUs.
Students completing California State University General
Education breadth requirements or the Intersegmental
General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) with full
certication, an Associate degree and a 2.5 or higher
Grade Point Average are guaranteed admissions at the
junior level to the HBCU partners.
Students with 30 or more California State or University
of California transferable units and a 2.5 or higher grade
point average are also guaranteed admissions with full
acceptance of transferable units.
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Historically Black Colleges and Universities are typically
much smaller in student size than most of the California
public institutions. The majority of classes are taught
by professors rather than teaching assistants, in a
nurturing and supportive environment. There also
tends to be more opportunities for student leadership
development.
All of the HBCUs that have partnered with California
Community Colleges are private except one. The tuition
costs for private HBCUs are typically a fraction of the
costs of private institutions in California.
The one state university partner, Lincoln University
in Missouri, will offer in state tuition for California
Community College students.
FOREIGN TRANSCRIPT CREDIT POLICY
Students who have completed college level courses
at schools outside the United States may petition for
an unlimited number of lower division units of credit
toward an Associate Degree or Certicate under the
following conditions:
1. Students must submit a detailed evaluation from an
approved evaluation service. Students are responsible
for the cost of this service.
2. The foreign university or college must have been
approved by that country’s Ministry of Education at
the time the student attended.
3. No courses taken outside the United States may be
used to satisfy the Associate Degree’s Reading
and Written Expression or Oral Communication
requirement.
4. No course may be used to satisfy the Associate
Degree’s American Institutions requirement.
5. In cases where equivalent course credit is not granted,
elective credit may be awarded.
NOTE: Students should make an appointment with a
counselor for a transcript evaluation.
Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT)
Students completing an Associate Degree for Transfer
(ADT) are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but
NOT to a particular campus or major. Students who have
completed an ADT and are admitted to a CSU major that
has been deemed similar are guaranteed admission
at junior standing and the opportunity to complete a
baccalaureate degree with 60 additional semester (or
90 quarter) units. ADT degrees are recognized by both
the California Community College and CSU systems as
a measure of preparation and readiness for transfer to
upper-division course work at the CSU.
Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T)
•Art History
•Communication Studies
•English
•Journalism
•Music
•Political Science
•Psychology
•Studio Arts
•Theater Arts
Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T)
•Administration of Justice
•Business Administration
•Early Childhood Education
•Mathematics
•Physics
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ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
Chair: Wilhelm I. Vargas, J.D.
(323) 953-4000 Ext. 2754 | HH 200H
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/law/
ajintro.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Administration of Justice
Associate of Science (AS-T):
Administration Of Justice
Certicate of Achievement:
Administration of Justice
Skills Certicates:
Evidence Specialist
Fingerprint Expert
Private Investigation
The Administration of Justice programs are designed
to prepare students to begin careers as Police Ofcers,
Deputy Sheriffs, Highway Patrol Ofces, Forensic
Specialists, Police Assistants, Fingerprint Experts,
Custodial Ofcers, Probation/Parole Ofcers, Private
Investigators, Insurance Investigators, and Financial
Investigators with private agencies. The programs stress
practical application in order to expose students to the
fundamental concepts and tasks of law enforcement
and ready them for employment. Additionally, students
are prepared for the qualication and screening
process required to enter law enforcement academies
such as the Los Angeles Police Department Academy.
Internship opportunities include: the Los Angeles Police
Department, the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department, the
District Attorney’s Ofce, the Coroner’s Ofce, and the
Probation/Parole Ofces.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 210500 State Code: 02759)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Explain how law enforcement is a critical part of the
criminal justice system.
2. Apply practical forensic techniques to successfully
complete a criminal investigation.
3. Recognize the responsibilities and requirements of
law enforcement careers.
MAJOR + ELECTIVES: 12 COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
ADM JUS 1 ADM JUS 180
ADM JUS 2 ADM JUS 382
ADM JUS 4
ADM JUS 5 PLUS 18 UNITS OF ELECTIVES
REQUIRED
ADM JUS 1 Intro Administration of Justice .................3
ADM JUS 2 Concepts of Criminal Law .......................... 3
ADM JUS 4 Principle & Proc Justice System ................ 3
ADM JUS 5 Criminal Investigation .................................3
ADM JUS 180 Intro to Forensics ....................................3
ADM JUS 382 Intro to Firearms Training .......................3
Total ...........................................................18 units
Also, students must complete a total of 18 semester
units from one of the following options: Evidence; In-
vestigations, Fingerprint Classication. See below:
Evidence Option:
ADM JUS 3 Legal Aspects of Evidence ......................... 3
ADM JUS 53 Forensic Fingerprint Evidence ...............3
ADM JUS 62 Fingerprint Classication .........................3
ADM JUS 379 Advanced Criminalistics Forensics I ..... 3
ADM JUS 391 Firearms Evidence Analysis ...................3
Investigations Option:
ADM JUS 14 Report Writing for Law .........................3
ADM JUS 60 Arrest, Search and Seizure ...................3
ADM JUS 62 Fingerprint Classication .....................3
ADM JUS 180 Intro to Forensics ..................................3
ADM JUS 396 Trafc Collision Investigation ..............3
ADM JUS 413 Financial Crimes Investigations ..........3
Fingerprint Classication Option:
ADM JUS 53 Forensic Fingerprint Evidence ................3
ADM JUS 62 Fingerprint Classication .........................3
Additional Electives to choose from:
ADM JUS 6 Patrol Procedures ........................................3
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ADM JUS 8 Juvenile Procedures ...................................3
ADM JUS 14 Report Writing for Law .............................3
ADM JUS 16 Recruitment Selection Process ................ 3
ADM JUS 60 Arrest, Search and Seizure ....................... 3
ADM JUS 180 Intro to Forensics ....................................3
ADM JUS 379 Advanced Criminalistics-Forensics I .....3
ADM JUS 381 Law Enforcement Internship .................3
ADM JUS 382 Intro to Firearms Training .......................3
ADM JUS 391 Firearms Evidence Analysis ...................3
ADM JUS 396 Trafc Collision Investigation ................3
ADM JUS 413 Financial Crimes Investigations ............3
CORR 1 Introduction to Corrections .............................3
Total ..............................................................36 units
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
Associate of Science (AS-T)
(Program: 210500 State Code: 33121)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
A.
Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible
for transfer to the California State University by
completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer
Curriculum (IGETC) or the California
State University General Education-Breadth
Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the
CCC Chancellor's Ofce.
B. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average
of 2.0 or higher. Students completing this
degree will have satised the lower division
major preparation and transfer requirements
for priority admission consideration to a local
CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Explain how law enforcement is a critical part
of the criminal justice system.
2. Apply practical Forensic techniques to
successfully complete a criminal investigation
3. Recognize the responsibilities and
requirements of law enforcement careers.
MAJOR: 6 COURSES | 18-19 UNITS | AS-T
ADM JUS 1
ADM JUS 2
Select 2 courses from: ADM JUS 3, 4, 5, 8; CORR 1
Select 2 courses from: SOC 1 or MATH 227; PSYCH 1
Required Core (6 units):
ADM JUS 1 Intro to Admin of Justice .......................... 3
ADM JUS 2 Concepts of Criminal Law ....................... 3
List A
Select 2 courses (6 units) from the following:
ADM JUS 3 Legal Aspects of Evidence ........................ 3
ADM JUS 4 Principle & Proc Justice System. ...............3
ADM JUS 5 Criminal Investigation ...............................3
ADM JUS 8 Juvenile Procedures ..................................3
CORR 1 Intro to Corrections ...................................3
List B
Select 2 courses (6 units) from the following:
SOC 1 OR MATH 227 ...................................................3/4
PSYCH 1 ............................................................................3
TOTAL MAJOR ....................................... 18-19 units
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 210500 State Code: 19591)
The Certicate in Administration of Justice is designed
to help prepare students to meet the employment re-
quirements of law enforcement agencies or related
elds including investigations.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Explain how law enforcement is a critical part of the
criminal justice system.
2. Apply practical forensic techniques to successfully
complete a criminal investigation.
3. Compare and contrast the role of security in
preventing crime.
4. Analyze how law enforcement, private investigations,
and security coalesce in the judicial system.
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REQUIRED
ADM JUS 1 Intro to Admin of Justice ........................... 3
ADM JUS 2 Concepts of Criminal Law ........................ 3
ADM JUS 4 Principle & Proc Justice System .................3
ADM JUS 5 Criminal Investigation ................................3
ADM JUS 180 Intro to Forensics ....................................3
ADM JUS 382 Intro to Firearms Training ......................3
Total ............................................................. 18 units
Plus 18 semester units of Electives:
ADM JUS 6 Patrol Procedures ................................... 3
ADM JUS 8 Juvenile Procedures ..............................3
ADM JUS 14 Report Writing for Law ..........................3
ADM JUS 16 Recruitment Selection Process ............. 3
ADM JUS 60 Arrest, Search and Seizure .................... 3
ADM JUS 180 Intro to Forensics ...................................3
ADM JUS 379 Advanced Criminalistics Forensics I ....3
ADM JUS 381 Law Enforcement Internship .................3
ADM JUS 382 Intro to Firearms Training ..................... 3
ADM JUS 391 Firearms Evidence Analysis ..................3
ADM JUS 396 Trafc Collision Investigation ................3
ADM JUS 413 Financial Crimes Investigations............3
CORR 1Intro to
Corrections ................................................3
Total ..............................................................36 units
EVIDENCE SPECIALIST
Skills Certicate
The Evidence Specialist curriculum provides training for
students interested in a career as an Evidence Special-
ist/Evidence technician or related elds such as a police
assistant. Students completing the Skill Certicate pro-
gram will be qualied to assume a variety of employ-
ment opportunities in crime scene investigations with
Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement Agencies.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Conduct a thorough search of a crime scene for
forensic evidence, collect the evidence using
proper techniques and write a forensic report.
2. Locate, evaluate, and collect trace blood and blood
spatter evidence from a crime scene.
an investigative report.
REQUIRED
ADM JUS 5 Criminal Investigation .........................3
ADM JUS 53 Forensic Fingerprint Evidence ............3
ADM JUS 62 Fingerprint Classication ....................3
ADM JUS 180 Intro to Forensics .................................. 3
ADM JUS 379 Advanced Criminalistics Forensics.. ..3
ADM JUS 391 Firearms Evidence Analysis 3
Total ..............................................................18 units
FINGERPRINT EXPERT
Skills Certicate
Upon completion of the ngerprint classication course,
students will receive a certicate that qualies them to
take the state ngerprint examination, which is required
for the position of Finger Identication Expert.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
basic groups, i.e., arches, loops, and whirls.
scene.
REQUIRED
ADM JUS 53 Forensic Fingerprint Evidence .............3
ADM JUS 62 Fingerprint Classication ......................3
Total ................................................................ 6 units
PRIVATE INVESTIGATIONS
Skills Certicate
This certicate is designed to give those students inter-
ested in private investigations the necessary skills to per-
form the needed work for private investigation rms, in-
surance companies, state agencies, business and others.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write a detailed, descriptive, and accurate
crime report.
2. Conduct a criminal investigation by interviewing
witnesses, conducting background checks, and
writing an investigative report.
3. Conduct an accident investigation by interviewing
witnesses, analyzing accident debris, and writing an
investigative report.
REQUIRED
ADM JUS 5 Criminal Investigation ..........................3
ADM JUS 14 Report Writing for Law .........................3
ADM JUS 180 Intro to Forensics ...................................3
ADM JUS 396 Trafc Collision Investigation ...............3
ADM JUS 413 Financial Crimes Investigation ...........3
Total ..............................................................15 units
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ART (VISUAL & MEDIA ARTS)
Chair: Alexandra Wiesenfeld
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2515 | CHEM 119C
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/art/in-
dex.htm
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Art - General
Art - Graphic Design
Associate of Arts (AA-T):
Art History
Studio Arts
Certicate of Achievement:
Art Graphic Communication
The Los Angeles City College Art Department is com-
mitted to offering an extensive program of courses for
students whose goals range from a career in ne arts or
graphic design to those pursuing personal enrichment.
Our faculty of working professionals teaches art as both
a subject and an activity. Our courses provide a founda-
tion in visual knowledge and theory and training in the
techniques of art-making. We recognize the uniqueness
of the individual and encourage exploration of her/his
creative talents by emphasizing art experience and po-
tential in a diversity of cultures. The relationships among
the arts are emphasized and enrollment is encouraged
in other arts disciplines.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST
BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER
IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
ART - GENERAL
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 100200 State Code: 02735)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Acquire and integrate visual art concepts and/or
technical skills.
2. Practice and learn visual art concepts by
performing skill-based exercises.
3. Design and implement independent skill-based
projects to demonstrate acquired knowledge and
mastery.
4. Engage in inquiry and critical thinking and
evaluation.
MAJOR: 9 COURSES | 27 UNITS | AA
ARTHIST 110 ART 501
ARTHIST 120 ART 502
ART 201 ART 202 OR 204
Plus three electives from the list below
First Semester
Art History 110 or 120 ....................................................3
Art 501 ...............................................................................3
Art 201 ...............................................................................3
Second Semester
Art History 110 or 120 ....................................................3
Art 202 or 204 ..................................................................3
Required Elective ............................................................. 3
Third Semester
Art 502 ...............................................................................3
Required Elective ............................................................. 3
Required Elective ............................................................. 3
Total ..............................................................27 units
**Students should plan to develop a portfolio with in-
structor guidance.
**Courses may be substituted under special circum-
stances with departmental approval.
Required Electives – Select two courses from:
Art 250 ...............................................................................3
Art 300 ...............................................................................3
Art 304 ...............................................................................3
Art 307 ...............................................................................3
Art 400 ...............................................................................3
Art 700 ...............................................................................3
Art 708 ...............................................................................3
Cinema 10.........................................................................3
Photo 10 ............................................................................3
Required Elective – Select one course from:
Art History 130 ................................................................3
Art History 139 .................................................................3
Art History 140 .................................................................3
Art History 151 .................................................................3
Art History 171 .................................................................3
ART - GRAPHIC DESIGN
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 103000 State Code: 02739)
This program provides the foundation for careers in
computer graphics, advertising design, commercial il-
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practical aspects of visual communication are equally
stressed, with an emphasis on contemporary trends.
Digital work is grounded in fundamental art skills and
methods. Students enrolled in the program will utilize
the Art Department’s Macintosh computer labs.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Apply fundamental art and art historical terminology
and appreciation of process to analyze works.
2. Articulate the historical, social and aesthetic
functions of art.
3. Discuss major works and cultural shifts in art history
from pre-history to the modern world.
4. Appraise the diverse roles and meanings of art
across cultures and geographic boundaries.
5. Conduct research and use visual evidence and
reason to construct and examine theories.
6. Analyze, compare and contrast works of art with
appropriate methodology and terminology.
7. Solve various art and art history related problems
using creative and critical thinking skills.
MAJOR: 12 COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
ART 201 ART 604 ART 633*
ART 204 ART 605 ART 634
ART 209 ART 606 ART 639*
ART 501 ART 620 ART 110 or 120 or 171
First Semester
Art 633 ...............................................................................3
Art 201 ...............................................................................3
Art 501 ...............................................................................3
Second Semester
Art 604 ...............................................................................3
Art 620 ...............................................................................3
Art History 110, 120 or 171 ............................................3
Third Semester
Art 204 or 209 ..................................................................3
Art 605 ...............................................................................3
Art 639 ...............................................................................3
Fourth Semester
Art 204 or 209 ..................................................................3
Art 606 ...............................................................................3
Art 634 ...............................................................................3
Total ..............................................................36 units
* Art 250 is equivalent to both Art 633 & 639
ART HISTORY
Associate of Art (AA-T)
(Program:101000 State Code: 32832)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
C. Completion of 60 semester units that are
eligible for transfer to the California State
University by completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the
California State University General
Education-Breadth Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the
CCC Chancellor's Ofce.
D. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average
of 2.0 or higher. Students completing this
degree will have satised the lower division
major preparation and transfer requirements
for priority admission consideration to a local
CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Apply fundamental art and art historical
terminology and appreciation of process to
analyze works.
2. Articulate the historical, social and aesthetic
functions of art.
3. Discuss major works and cultural shifts in art history
from pre-history to the modern world.
4. Appraise the diverse roles and meanings of art
across cultures and geographic boundaries.
5. Conduct research and use visual evidence and
reason to construct and examine theories.
6. Analyze, compare and contrast works of art with
appropriate methodology and terminology.
7. Solve various art and art history related problems
using creative and critical thinking skills.
MAJOR: 6 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA-T
ARTHIST 110, 120, 171; ART 201
Choose One Course: ARTHIST 130, 140, 151
Choose One Course: ART 204, 300, 304, 501
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Required Core (9 units):
ARTHIST 110 .................................................................... 3
ARTHIST 120 .................................................................... 3
ART 201 ............................................................................ 3
List A
SELECT 1 course (3 units) from the following:
ARTHIST 130 .................................................................... 3
ARTHIST 140 .................................................................... 3
ARTHIST 151 .................................................................... 3
List B
SELECT 1 course (3 units) from the following:
ART 204 ............................................................................ 3
ART 300 ............................................................................ 3
ART 304 ............................................................................ 3
ART 501 ............................................................................ 3
List C
SELECT 1 course (3 units) from the following:
ARTHIST 171 .................................................................... 3
TOTAL MAJOR ............................................ 18 units
STUDIO ARTS
Associate of Art (AA-T)
(Program:100200 State Code: 33120)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
E. Completion of 60 semester units that are
eligible for transfer to the California State
University by completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the
California State University General
Education-Breadth Requirements;
and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a
major or area of emphasis, as approved
by the CCC Chancellor's Ofce.
F.
Obtainment of a minimum grade point average
of 2.0 or higher. Students completing this degree
will have satised the lower division major
preparation and transfer requirements for priority
admission consideration to a local CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Display technical and conceptual competence in 2
and 3D media art.
2. Examine, analyze and evaluate works of art and
design through critical discussion and writing.
3. Analyze cultural and aesthetic values to understand
art’s contribution to the human experience.
MAJOR: 8 COURSES | 24 UNITS | AA-T
ARTHIST 120; ART 201, 501, 502
Select one course from: ARTHIST 110, 130, 140
Select three courses from: ART 202 or 204; 300,
400, 604, 700; PHOTO 10
Required Core (12 units):
ARTHIST 120 ..................................................................... 3
ART 201 ............................................................................. 3
ART 501 ............................................................................. 3
ART 502 ............................................................................. 3
List A
SELECT 1 course (3 units) from the following:
ARTHIST 110 ..................................................................... 3
ARTHIST 130 ..................................................................... 3
ARTHIST 140 ..................................................................... 3
List B
SELECT 3 courses (9 units) from the following:
ART 202 or 204 ................................................................3
ART 300 ............................................................................. 3
ART 400 ............................................................................. 3
ART 604 ............................................................................. 3
ART 700 ............................................................................. 3
PHOTO 10 .........................................................................3
Total Major ...................................................24 units
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
ART GRAPHIC COMMUNICATION
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 050400 State Code: 21610)
Students develop basic and advanced skills in layout,
design and drawing while using variety of 2 and 3D
graphics software. Students receive a balance of instruc-
tion that includes, visual arts and graphic design courses
that are designed to produce a well-rounded, trained
graduate with sufcient expertise to be employable in
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an ever-expanding job market.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Students will understand the design process from
2. Students will be able to create unique graphic
designs that communicate ideas to others.
REQUIRED COURSES
Art 501 ...............................................................................3
Art 250 (now Art 633 and 639) ....................................... 3
Art 604 ...............................................................................3
Art 605 ...............................................................................3
Art 606 ...............................................................................3
Art 645 ...............................................................................3
Total ..............................................................21 units
Required Electives – Select one course from:
Art History 103 ................................................................3
Art History 120 .................................................................3
Art History 130 .................................................................3
Art History 139 ................................................................3
Art History 151 .................................................................3
Art History 171 .................................................................3
Total ................................................................ 3 units
Required Elective – Select one course from:
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Marketing 21 ....................................................................3
Communications 101 or 121 .......................................... 3
Journalism 101 or 105 ....................................................3
Total ................................................................ 3 units
TOTAL UNITS ................................................27 units
BIOLOGY / ANATOMY
Chair: Sean Phommasaysy
(323) 953-4000 ext.2795 | SCI-TECH 222-B
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/lifesci/
index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Courses Only - No Degree/Certicate
Anatomy
Biology
Microbiology
Physiology
Students considering careers in health and medicine
are required to take courses in the Biology/Anatomy
discipline. Many health and allied health programs (e.g.
Radiologic Technology, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy)
require Anatomy and Physiology. Some programs,
Nursing for example, also require Microbiology.
Students in non-health care related majors can also
benet from a grounding in these areas. Additionally,
understanding basic biological principles can help you
live a healthier life and better understand diseases,
medical treatments, and medical breakthroughs.
All LACC Biology/Anatomy classes are UC and CSU
transferable.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Chair: Britt Hastey
(323) 953-4000 Ext. 2549 | AD304
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/
busad/index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Accounting
Bookkeeping
Business Administration
Finance & Banking
Management
Marketing
Real Estate
Associate of Science (AS-T):
Business Administration
Certicates of Achievement:
Automated Accounting Technician
Business Administration
Finance & Banking
Management
Management, Retail
Management, Small Business
Marketing
Real Estate Finance
Real Estate Investment
Real Estate Marketing
Our Business, Accounting and Real Estate programs will
give students a solid foundation from which to advance
to university Bachelor degree and MBA programs. For
students who do not plan to go on to a university, LACC
business programs will prepare you for entry level and
supervisory positions in a variety of roles for a wide
range of businesses. Employment opportunities include
bookkeeper, sales, ad agency staffer, ofce manager,
supervisor, banking and investment staffer, marketing
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department staff and real estate agent. The business
courses are also ideal for students considering starting
their own businesses or those who already own small
business.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AS-T
Associate of Science (AS-T)
(Program: 050500 State: 33156)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
G. Completion of 60 semester units that are
eligible for transfer to the California State
University by completing the following:
•
The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the
California State University General
Education-Breadth Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a
major or area of emphasis, as approved
by the CCC Chancellor's Ofce.
H. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average
of 2.0 or higher. Students completing this
degree will have satised the lower division
major preparation and transfer requirements
for priority admission consideration to a local
CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Prepare a business plan.
2. Analyze and explain human relations and their
implication for management and their. employees
to make sound decisions in managing their
4. Write a short essay in response to a given topic
on the major concepts of a business organization
from the following: management, marketing,
forms of business ownership and international/
global environments.
5. Demonstrate an industry standard skill-set when
using relevant technology resources.
MAJOR: 8 COURSES | 30 UNITS | AS-T
ACCTG 1 MATH 227
ACCTG 2 CO SCI 101
ECON 1 BUS 1
ECON 2 LAW 1
Required Core (19 units):
ACCTG 1 ...........................................................................5
ACCTG 2 ...........................................................................5
ECON 1 .............................................................................3
ECON 2 .............................................................................3
LAW 1 ................................................................................3
List A
SELECT 1 course (4 units) from the following:
MATH 227 .........................................................................4
List B
SELECT 2 courses (7 units) from the following:
CO SCI 101 .......................................................................4
BUS 1 .................................................................................3
TOTAL MAJOR .............................................30 units
ACCOUNTING
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program 050200 State Code: 02719)
Designed for students who are interested in a career in
accounting, in private industry, or in public service, or
who may choose to becomes accounting technicians
with a public accounting rm. Students who already pos
-
sess a Bachelor’s degree and contemplate preparing for
the Certied Public Accountant certicate should con
-
tact the State Board of Accountancy for eligibility require-
ments. Their website address is: http://dca.ca.gov/cba.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
proprietorship form of business.
2. Complete a job order cost accounting practice set
for a manufacturing company using a general
ledger accounting software.
3. Complete a comprehensive, computerized
accounting project for a merchandising business.
4. Assemble a comprehensive payroll project, utilizing
a given scenario and data set.
5. Construct and format a slide presentation and
worksheet that is appropriate to the given audience
and purpose, utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
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MAJOR: 13 COURSES | 40 UNITS | AA
ACCTG 1 ACCTG 23 BUS 1 ACCTG 31 OR BUS 38
ACCTG 2 ACCTG 27 BUS 15
ACCTG 15 ACCTG 55 BUS 17
ACCTG 17 SUPV 1 FINANCE 2
First Semester
Accounting 1 ....................................................................5
Accounting 55 .................................................................. 1
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Accounting 31 or Business 38 ........................................3
Second Semester
Accounting 2 ....................................................................5
Accounting 17 ................................................................. 2
Supervision 1 .................................................................... 3
Accounting 23 .................................................................. 3
Third Semester
Accounting 27 ................................................................. 3
Finance 2 ...........................................................................3
Business 17 ....................................................................... 3
Accounting 15 .................................................................. 3
Business 15 ....................................................................... 3
Total ..............................................................40 units
*Suggested Electives: Management 2; Finance 8, 15;
Law 1.
BOOKKEEPING
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 050203 State Code: 08213)
The Business Administration department has designed
the Bookkeeping curriculum for students who wish to
become bookkeepers in private industry or government
service. It is so arranged that students forced to
terminate their schooling after completing one, two,
or three semesters will have acquired skills necessary
for employment. Students expecting to serve in the
Armed Forces will nd this a suitable preparation for
many military classications. Students who wish to
become public accountants should take the Accounting
curriculum.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Complete an accounting project for a sole-
proprietorship business.
2. Assemble a comprehensive payroll project, utilizing
a given scenario and data set.
3. Prepare an income tax return for a taxpayer
following the appropriate regulations, when given
a set of data and the criterion of a federal or state
tax return.
4. Complete an accounting project utilizing the
concepts of Notes Payable, Notes Receivable, and
Uncollectible Accounts in a merchandising
business.
5. Write a short essay in response to a given topic on
the major concepts of Business Organization from
the following: Management, Marketing, Finance,
Human Resources, Economics, Legal Forms
of Business Ownership, and International/Global
Environments.
MAJOR: 14 COURSES | 37 UNITS | AA
ACCTG 15 ACCTG 21&41 FINANCE 8
ACCTG 17 ACCTG 22&42 SUPV 1
ACCTG 23 BUS 1 MGMT 13
ACCTG 27 BUS 17 ACCTG 31 OR BUS 38
First Semester
Accounting 21 & 41 ......................................................... 4
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Business 17 ....................................................................... 3
Accounting 31 or Business 38 ........................................3
Second Semester
Management 13 ...............................................................3
Accounting 17 ................................................................. 2
Accounting 22 & 42 ......................................................... 4
Accounting 23 .................................................................. 3
Third Semester
Accounting 27 ................................................................. 3
Finance 8 ...........................................................................3
Accounting 15 .................................................................. 3
Supervision 1 .................................................................... 3
Total ..............................................................37 units
*Suggested Electives: Finance 2, 15; CAOT 1;
Management 2, 31
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 050100 State Code: 02718)
The Business Administration curriculum is designed for
students who are interested in an encompassing, formal
business education. Upon successful completion of this
program, the student will have an extensive background
in the principles and practices of the business world.
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Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Prepare a business plan.
2. Analyze and explain human relations and their
implications for management and their employees.
to make sound decisions in managing their personal
4. Write a short essay in response to a given topic
on the major concepts of business organization f
rom the following: Management, Marketing,
Finance, Human Resources, Economics, Legal
Forms of Business Ownership, and International/
Global Environments.
5. Construct and format a slide presentation and
worksheet that is appropriate to the given
audience and purpose, utilizing Microsoft
PowerPoint and Excel.
MAJOR: 14 COURSES | 40 UNITS | AA
ACCTG 21 FINANCE 8 MGMT 31
ACCTG 55 SUPV 1 MGMT 33
BUS 1 MGMT 2 MARKET 11
BUS 15 MGMT 13 MARKET 21
BUS 17 ACCTG 31 OR BUS 38
First Semester
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Accounting 31 or Business 38 ........................................3
Management 31 ...............................................................3
Management 33 ...............................................................3
Second Semester
Finance 8 ...........................................................................3
Marketing 11 ....................................................................3
Management 2 ................................................................. 3
Third Semester
Business 15 ....................................................................... 3
Business 17 ....................................................................... 3
Marketing 21 ....................................................................3
Accounting 55 .................................................................. 1
Fourth Semester
Accounting 21 .................................................................. 3
Management 13 ...............................................................3
Supervision 1 .................................................................... 3
Total ..............................................................40 units
FINANCE & BANKING
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 050400 State Code: 02720)
The Finance and Banking curriculum has been planned
by the Business Administration department to provide
training for employment in such elds as banking,
corporate nance, stocks and bonds, credits and
collections, and savings and loan businesses.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a stock portfolio based on receiving a virtual
$100,000.
2.
Set up a Consolidated Statement of Condition and a
3.
make sound decisions in managing their personal
4. Write a short essay in response to a given topic on
the major concepts of Business Organization from
the following: Management, Marketing, Finance,
Human Resources, Economics, Legal Forms
of Business Ownership, and International/Global
Environments.
5.
Construct and format a presentation slide and
worksheet that is appropriate to the given audience
and purpose, utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
.
MAJOR: 13 COURSES | 38 UNITS | AA
ACCTG 21 FINANCE 2 MGMT 2
ACCTG 22 FINANCE 8 MGMT 31
ACCTG 17 FINANCE 15 REAL ES 1
BUS 1 SUPV 1 ACCTG 31 OR BUS 38
BUS 17
First Semester
Finance 2 ...........................................................................3
Finance 8 ...........................................................................3
Finance 15 ........................................................................3
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Second Semester
Accounting 21 .................................................................. 3
Accounting 31 or Business 38 .......................................3
Business 17 ....................................................................... 3
Supervision 1 .................................................................... 3
Third Semester
Accounting 17 ................................................................. 2
Accounting 22 ................................................................. 3
Management 2 ................................................................. 3
Management 31 ...............................................................3
Real Estate 1 .....................................................................3
Total ..............................................................38 units
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MANAGEMENT
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 050600 State Code: 02721)
The Management curriculum has been planned by the
Business Administration Department for students go-
ing into business for themselves or for those who are
ambitious to advance to positions of leadership in any
organization.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Analyze and explain human relations and their
implications for management and their employees
.
2. Create a business plan.
3. Research and analyze job analysis data for the job
to make sound decisions in managing their personal
5. Construct and format a slide presentation and
worksheet that is appropriate to the given audience
and purpose, utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
.
MAJOR: 13 COURSES | 38-39 UNITS | AA
MGMT 2 ACCTG 17 SUPV 1
MGMT 13 ACCTG 21 FINANCE 8
MGMT 31 ACCTG 22 INTBUS 1
MGMT 33 BUS 1 CO SCI 101 OR BUS 17
BUS 38
First Semester
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Management 31 ...............................................................3
Management 2 ................................................................. 3
Management 13 ...............................................................3
Second Semester
Supervision 1 .................................................................... 3
Management 33 ...............................................................3
Accounting 17 ................................................................. 2
Accounting 21 .................................................................. 3
CO SCI 101 or Business 17 ......................................... 4/3
Third Semester
Finance 8 ...........................................................................3
International Business 1 ..................................................3
Business 38 ....................................................................... 3
Accounting 22 .................................................................. 3
Total ....................................................... 38-39 units
MARKETING
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 050900 State Code: 02724)
The Marketing degree program provides the student
with a wide range of knowledge in marketing, selling, ad
-
vertising and retailing, as well as decision-making skills
in product planning, pricing, and selection of channels
of distribution. The capstone course, Marketing 21, pro
-
vides student with a vehicle for making contacts in the
eld of marketing with a view toward employment. The
Marketing curriculum shown below serves as a guide to
students majoring in the subject area. Students have exi
-
bility in scheduling these classes but are advised to begin
their studies with Marketing 21 - Principles of Marketing.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Analyze a business by conducting a SWOT analysis
(strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats).
observation in a retail store where the product
is sold, and evaluate the retail sales interactions of a
product.
3.
Prepare an Advertising Plan for a product or a
service.
4. Illustrate a standard overall retail merchandising
strategy.
5. Solve a business word problem, using a knowledge
of business concepts, terminology, and rules of
equations.
MAJOR: 12 COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
MARKET 1 MGMT 2 BUS 1
MARKET 11 MGMT 13 BUS 17
MARKET 21 MGMT 31 BUS 38
MARKET 31 MGMT 33 SUPV 1
First Semester
Marketing 21 ....................................................................3
Marketing 1 .......................................................................3
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Management 31 ...............................................................3
Second Semester
Marketing 11 ....................................................................3
Marketing 31 ....................................................................3
Management 33 ...............................................................3
Business 17 ....................................................................... 3
Third Semester
Management 13 ...............................................................3
Business 38 ....................................................................... 3
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Management 2 ................................................................. 3
Supervision 1 .................................................................... 3
Total ..............................................................36 units
REAL ESTATE
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 051100 State Code: 02726)
The Real Estate curriculum has been designed for stu-
dents who plan to enter the real estate eld in such
areas as sales, brokerage, management, and escrows.
Individuals who complete all class requirements listed
below in a chosen Real Estate program with a satisfac-
tory grade or better in each course may apply for a Real
Estate Certicate. Education and experience require-
ments for the broker license are set by the California
Department of Real Estate. For more information please
visit: http:/www.dre.ca.gov
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Prepare a Purchase Agreement for a given scenario:
Selling Agent Representing a Buyer in Single Family
Residence.
2. Create a plan to schedule daily, weekly, and monthly
real estate activities in order to obtain purchasing
and/or listing clients.
3. Prepare Agency Disclosures for agent/buyer, agent/
seller, and dual agency.
4. Prepare a worksheet for appropriate loan programs
to purchase a single family home.
5. Create an investment plan for the purchase of an
apartment or commercial building.
MAJOR: 12 COURSES | 36-39 UNITS | AA
REAL ES 1 REAL ES 7 REAL ES 18
REAL ES 3 REAL ES 9 REAL ES 21 OR ACCTG 1
REAL ES 5 REAL ES 11 MARKET 1
REAL ES 6 REAL ES 14 CO SCI 101 OR BUS 17
First Semester
REAL ES 1 .......................................................................... 3
REAL ES 5 .......................................................................... 3
REAL ES 7 .......................................................................... 3
MARKET 1 .........................................................................3
Second Semester
REAL ES 3 .......................................................................... 3
REAL ES 9 .......................................................................... 3
CO SCI 101 or BUS 17 .................................................4/3
ACCTG 1 or REAL ES 21 ..............................................5/3
Third Semester
REAL ES 6 .......................................................................... 3
REAL ES 11 ........................................................................3
REAL ES 14 ........................................................................3
REAL ES 18 ........................................................................3
Total ........................................................ 36-39 units
*Suggested Electives: Real Estate 60; Marketing 21.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
AUTOMATED ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN
Certificate
(Program: 050201 State Code: 08211)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Complete a comprehensive, accounting project
for a merchandising business applying the
concepts of Notes Payable, Notes Receivable, Plant
and Equipment, Inventory, and Billing and Payroll,
as appropriate, by utilizing Peachtree Accounting
software.
2. Complete a comprehensive, accounting project
for a merchandising business by utilizing
QuickBooks
accounting software.
3. Prepare a federal tax return as it relates to a given
case for a federal or state income tax return.
REQUIRED COURSES
Accounting 21/41 ............................................................4
Accounting 22/42 ............................................................4
Accounting 15 .................................................................. 3
Accounting 17 ................................................................. 2
Accounting 23 .................................................................. 3
Accounting 55 .................................................................. 1
Accounting 31 or Business 38 ........................................3
Accounting 27 .................................................................. 3
Business 17 ....................................................................... 3
Total ..............................................................26 units
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Certificate
(Program: 050100 State Code: 21609)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Prepare a business plan.
2. Survey business opportunities based on the chosen
activity, location, demand potential and demographic
details.
3. Recommend the ideal form of business organization,
managerial and marketing prospects.
REQUIRED COURSES
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Business 17 ....................................................................... 3
Business 38 ....................................................................... 3
Finance 2 or 8 ................................................................... 3
Management 2 or 31 or Supervision 1 .........................3
Supervision 12 ..................................................................3
International Business 1 ..................................................3
Marketing 21 ....................................................................3
Accounting 21 .................................................................. 3
Accounting 55 ................................................................. 1
Total ............................................................. 28 units
FINANCE & BANKING
Certificate
(Program: 050400 State Code: 21610)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a stock portfolio based on receiving a virtual
$100,000.
2. Prepare a personal Budget Worksheet detailing
monthly projected versus actual income and expenses.
3. Set up a Consolidated Statement of Condition and
REQUIRED COURSES
Finance 2 ...........................................................................3
Finance 8 ...........................................................................3
Finance 15 ........................................................................3
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Accounting 21 .................................................................. 3
Accounting 17 .................................................................. 2
Business 38 or Accounting 31 ........................................ 3
Business 15 ....................................................................... 3
Business 17 ....................................................................... 3
Total ..............................................................26 units
MANAGEMENT
Certificate
(Program: 050600 State Code: 21611)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write a research paper using the Dictionary of
Occupational Titles and the Occupational Outlook
Handbook as references to analyze an occupation
and gather job analysis data for the job descriptions
2. Develop employee training programs for various
job positions
3. Differentiate between strategic and operational
planning when setting departmental goals.
4. Design an organizational chart that represents
job positions, lines of communication, and
management hierarchy.
REQUIRED COURSES
Management 2 ................................................................. 3
Management 13 ...............................................................3
Management 31 ...............................................................3
Management 33 ...............................................................3
Supervision 1 .................................................................... 3
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Business 17 ....................................................................... 3
Business 38 ....................................................................... 3
Supervision 12 ..................................................................3
Total ............................................................. 27 units
MANAGEMENT - RETAIL
Certicate
(Program: 050951 State Code: 14232)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Design a comprehensive shopping center plan with
a team.
2. Prepare a written SWOT analysis (strengths,
weaknesses, opportunities and threats) based on
business.
3. Create a business plan by working as a fully-
participating member of a class team
REQUIRED COURSES
Marketing 21 ....................................................................3
Marketing 31 ....................................................................3
Management 2 ................................................................. 3
Management 31 ...............................................................3
Management 33 ...............................................................3
Supervision 12 or CAOT 32 ............................................3
BUS 17 or CAOT 82 .........................................................3
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Accounting 21 .................................................................. 3
Accounting 55 ................................................................. 1
Total ............................................................ 25 units
MANAGEMENT - SMALL BUSINESS
Certificate
(Program: 050640 State Code: 21612)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Complete a comprehensive computerized
accounting project with a merchandising business.
2. Write a research paper about an occupation
using the Dictionary of Occupational Titles and
the Occupational Outlook Handbook as references
to gather job analysis data for the job descriptions
3. Write a formal paper evaluating the retail sales
interactions after researching a product on the
small business where the product is being sold.
REQUIRED COURSES
Management 13 ...............................................................3
Management 33 ...............................................................3
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Accounting 21 or 23 ........................................................ 3
Business 38 or Accounting 31 ........................................ 3
Business 17 ....................................................................... 3
Supervision 12 ..................................................................3
Marketing 21 ....................................................................3
Finance 8 ...........................................................................3
Total ..............................................................27 units
MARKETING
Certicate
(Program: 050900 State Code: 21613)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Analyze a business by conducting a SWOT analysis
(strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats)
in writing.
2. Evaluate the retail sales interactions of a product,
after researching the product on the internet, and
where the product is being sold.
3. Develop a strategic advertising plan for a new
or existing product or service.
REQUIRED COURSES
Marketing 21 ....................................................................3
Marketing 1 .......................................................................3
Marketing 11 ....................................................................3
Marketing 31 ....................................................................3
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Business 38 or Accounting 31 ........................................ 3
Supervision 12 ..................................................................3
International Business 6 ..................................................3
Total ..............................................................24 units
REAL ESTATE
Certicates of Achievement
These certicates satisfy the statutory college course re-
quirement necessary for the California Real Estate Bro-
ker license. A college degree and/or additional experi-
ence is also required. Please consult with the California
Department of Real Estate. For more information at the
website: http://dre.ca.gov
All students pursuing the Real Estate certicates must
complete the core courses below plus the additional
courses listed below for their chosen specialization(s).
CORE COURSES
Real Estate 1 .....................................................................3
Real Estate 3 .....................................................................3
Real Estate 5 .....................................................................3
Real Estate 7 .....................................................................3
Real Estate 9 .....................................................................3
Real Estate 11 ...................................................................3
Core Courses Sub-Total............................... 18 units
All students pursuing a Real Estate certicate of
achievement must complete the CORE courses plus
additional courses indicated below.
REAL ESTATE: FINANCE SPECIALIZATION
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 051101 State Code: 10770)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Prepare Purchasing Agreements and Listing
Agreements accurately.
2. Create an investment plan for the purchase of an
apartment or commercial building.
3. Select and analyze loan programs to purchase a
single family home.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES
Real Estate 6 .....................................................................3
Real Estate 21 ...................................................................3
Finance 8 ...........................................................................3
Sub-Total ................................................................ 9 units
Total (Core + Specialization) ........................27 units
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REAL ESTATE: INVESTMENT SPECIALIZATION
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 051102 State Code: 10771)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create an investment plan for the purchase of an
apartment or commercial building.
2.
Prepare an annual operating budget for a residential
investment property including debt service and
3. Select and analyze loan programs to purchase a
single family home as an owner occupant and/or as
an investment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES
Real Estate 14 ...................................................................3
Real Estate 18 ...................................................................3
Real Estate 21 ...................................................................3
Finance 2 ...........................................................................3
Sub-Total ................................................................12 units
Total (Core + Specialization) ........................30 units
REAL ESTATE: MARKETING SPECIALIZATION
Certicate
(Program: 051103 State Code: 10772)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a marketing plan to schedule daily, weekly,
and monthly real estate activities in order to obtain
Purchasing and/or Listing clients.
2. Prepare California Purchasing and Listing
Agreements using conventional and/or Zipform
electronic mediums.
3. Select and analyze loan programs to purchase a
single family home as an owner occupant and/or as
an investment.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED COURSES
Real Estate 14 ...................................................................3
Marketing 1 .......................................................................3
Marketing 11 ....................................................................3
Marketing 21 ....................................................................3
Sub-Total .......................................................12 units
Total (Core + Specialization) ........................30 units
CAOT
Computer Application and Ofce Technologies
Chair: Kian Kaviani
(323) 953-4000 Ext. 2811 | FH 1010
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/
busad/announcements.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Administrative Ofce Assistant
Computer Applications Specialist
Legal Ofce Assistant
Administrative Medical Ofce Assistant
Certicates of Achievement:
Administrative Medical Ofce Assistant
Administrative Ofce Assistant
Clerical Ofce Assistant
Computer Applications Specialist
Legal Ofce Assistant
Skills Certicates
Basic Administrative Ofce Assistant
Basic Computer Applications
Basic Legal Ofce
Basic Medical Ofce
Basic Medical Transcription
Basic Web Page Design
This curriculum offers the student a wide variety of options,
which may lead to a certicate and/or an Associate of Arts
degree. The Certicate programs will prepare the student
to work closely with management and various types
of business, professional, educational, or industrial ofces.
The student may receive the Associate of Arts degree to
ensure upward mobility in the chosen eld of employment.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
The following Core courses are required for all
Computer Applications & Ofce Technologies
Associate of Arts degrees.
REQUIRED CORE COURSES
CAOT 1, 2, or 3 .................................................................3
CAOT 31............................................................................3
CAOT 32............................................................................3
CAOT 84............................................................................3
Total ..............................................................12 units
All students pursuing an Associate of Arts Degree must
complete the CORE courses plus additional courses
indicated below.
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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ASSISTANT
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 051400 State Code: 02727)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
of speech) punctuation, spelling, and writing skills.
2. Produce a business style report using a computer
and MS Word.
3. Prepare a multi-column newsletter containing
desktop publishing elements in MS Word.
4. Create a personal or business website containing
hyperlinks, marquee, graphic hotspots, and tables.
5. Produce a professional business letter, in response
to a given business communication task.
MAJOR: 12 COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
CAOT 1 CAOT 32 CAOT 79 or 112
CAOT 2 CAOT 43 CAOT 88
CAOT 3 CAOT 84 CAOT 97
CAOT 31 CAOT 85 CAOT 98
First Semester
CAOT 1 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 31............................................................................3
CAOT 84............................................................................3
CAOT 98............................................................................3
Second Semester
CAOT 2 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 32............................................................................3
CAOT 85............................................................................3
CAOT 97 ...........................................................................3
Third Semester
CAOT 3 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 43............................................................................3
CAOT 88 ...........................................................................3
CAOT 79 or 112 3
Total ..............................................................36 units
* Suggested Electives: CAOT 9, 34, or 64
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS SPECIALIST
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 051403 State Code: 08216)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a personal or business website containing
hyperlinks, marquee, graphic hotspots, and tables.
2. Create and format a presentation with transitions,
custom animations, graphics, video, and audio,
using Microsoft PowerPoint.
3. Produce a business style report using a computer
and MS Word.
4. Type a business letter and an envelope from
unformatted copy in the Block Style Letter format
within 25 minutes time using Microsoft Word.
5. Utilize the Windows Security Center to protect a
computer against computer security risks.
MAJOR: 12 COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
CAOT 1 CAOT 79 CAOT 88
CAOT 2 or 3 CAOT 82 CAOT 97
CAOT 31 CAOT 84 CAOT 98
CAOT 32 CAOT 85 CAOT 112
First Semester
CAOT 1 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 31............................................................................3
CAOT 84............................................................................3
CAOT 98............................................................................3
Second Semester
CAOT 2 or 3 ...................................................................... 3
CAOT 32............................................................................3
CAOT 82............................................................................3
CAOT 85 ...........................................................................3
Third Semester
CAOT 79............................................................................3
CAOT 88............................................................................3
CAOT 97............................................................................3
CAOT 112 ........................................................................3
Total ..............................................................36 units
* Suggested Electives: CAOT 9, 34, or 64
LEGAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 051410 State Code: 08218)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Produce a professional legal pleadings document,
in response to a given legal communication task.
2. Investigate, analyze and write a report on the
legal issues presented by a legal situation with
which the student is familiar, focusing on those areas
of law presented.
3. Identify the appropriate legal document for a case,
and professionally prepare the document using the
correct content, style, and format, given a case scenario
requiring the preparation of a legal document.
4.
Prepare professional legal pleadings and forms, given
a
set of circumstances requiring the preparation of a
legal case.
5. Produce a business style report using a computer
and MS Word.
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MAJOR: 12 COURSES | 37 UNITS | AA
CAOT 1 CAOT 31 CAOT 82 or 85
CAOT 2 CAOT 32 CAOT 84
CAOT 3 CAOT 43 CAOT 93
CAOT 23 CAOT 49 LAW 1
First Semester
CAOT 1 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 31............................................................................3
CAOT 84............................................................................3
CAOT 82 or 85 .................................................................3
Second Semester
CAOT 2 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 23............................................................................5
CAOT 32............................................................................3
CAOT 93 ...........................................................................2
Third Semester
CAOT 3 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 43............................................................................3
CAOT 49 ...........................................................................3
LAW 1 ................................................................................3
Total ..............................................................37 units
* Suggested Electives: CAOT 9, 34, or 64
ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 051420 State Code: 08219)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Utilize medical terminology in reading and writing
medical reports.
2. Transcribe a medical report from computer dictation
using a standard medical record format for
transcription practices to a 97-100% accuracy level.
3. Analyze and complete a variety of insurance claims
for government and private medical insurance
claims using OCR Guidelines and electronic
transmission to ensure prompt reimbursement.
4. Assess the situation and describe what actions they
would take to serve the client(s), when provided
5. Research and write a comprehensive paper
describing 1 of the 12 human body organ systems
with established college-level formatting.
MAJOR: 12 COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
CAOT 1 CAOT 20 CAOT 46
CAOT 2 CAOT 31 CAOT 84
CAOT 3 CAOT 32 CAOT 126
CAOT 9 CAOT 44 BIOLOGY 25
First Semester
CAOT 1 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 31............................................................................3
CAOT 44............................................................................3
CAOT 84............................................................................3
Second Semester
CAOT 2 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 20............................................................................5
CAOT 32............................................................................3
CAOT 126 ........................................................................3
Third Semester
CAOT 3 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 9 ..............................................................................1
CAOT 46............................................................................3
BIOLOGY 25 .....................................................................3
Total ..............................................................36 units
* Suggested Electives: CAOT 34 or 64
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
The Computer Applications and Ofce Technologies
Programs offers a variety of certicates to students
interested in working closely with management and
various types of businesses, professional, educational,
or industrial ofces. Specialty Certicates will prepare
the student for positions such as: Administrative
Ofce Assistant, Clerical Ofce Assistant, Computer
Applications Specialist, Legal Ofce Assistant, and
Administrative Medical Ofce Assistant. Certicates will
be issued by the Business Administration Department
after submittal of an application to the department
chair by the student. Student should apply during the
semester in which the program will be completed.
Contact the department chair’s ofce for specic dates
and information regarding application availability and
deadline for submitting applications (which may change
each academic year).
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ADMINISTRATIVE MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 051420 State Code: 21618)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1.
Create a letter of application and a resume including
medical background, education, and job-related skills.
2. Propose orally and in writing, using correct medical
terminology, spelling, abbreviations, format and
protocol.
3. Evaluate electronic transmission of medical reports,
appointments, laboratory and x-ray procedures.
REQUIRED
CAOT 3 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 20............................................................................5
CAOT 44............................................................................3
CAOT 46............................................................................3
CAOT 84............................................................................3
CAOT 97............................................................................3
CAOT 126 .........................................................................3
Biology 25 .........................................................................3
Total ..............................................................26 units
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ASSISTANT
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 051400 State Code: 21614)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1
forms, and letterhead with a designed logo for a
small business, hobby, or interest and conduct
online research effectively using Web search.
2. Research travel options and recommend (via memo)
the optional travel plan for an executive?s business
trip.
3. Create a worksheet, add and modify headers and
footers, and apply custom graphs and tables to the
worksheet.
4. Create, maintain, and publish a Web site containing
hyperlinks, a marquee, graphic hotspots, and tables
on a live LACC server.
5. Implement Windows security measures to protect a
computer system.
REQUIRED
CAOT 3 .............................................................................3
CAOT 43............................................................................3
CAOT 79 or 112 ...............................................................3
CAOT 84............................................................................3
CAOT 85............................................................................3
CAOT 88............................................................................3
CAOT 97............................................................................3
CAOT 98............................................................................3
Total ..............................................................24 units
CLERICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 051402 State Code: 08215)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
(eight parts of speech), punctuation, spelling,
and writing skills through an hour long writing
assignment
2. Complete an hour long business letter writing
assignment using professional business
communication and vocabulary, correct format,
grammar, and spelling.
3. Type a business letter and an addressed envelope
from unformatted copy in the Block Style Letter
formatting using Microsoft Word within 25 minutes.
REQUIRED
CAOT 2 .............................................................................. 3
CAOT 7 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 31............................................................................3
CAOT 32............................................................................3
CAOT 33............................................................................2
CAOT 47............................................................................2
CAOT 82............................................................................3
CAOT 105 .........................................................................2
CAOT 106 .........................................................................3
Total ..............................................................24 units
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS SPECIALIST
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 051403 State Code: 21615)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a multi-page report, add page numbering,
add and modify footnotes, and apply custom styles
to all headings using Microsoft Word.
forms, and letterhead for a small business, hobby or
interest.
3. Create a personal or business website containing
hyperlinks, marquee, graphic hotspots, and tables.
REQUIRED
CAOT 14...........................................................................2
CAOT 79...........................................................................3
CAOT 82...........................................................................3
CAOT 84...........................................................................3
CAOT 85 ..........................................................................3
COAT 86 ........................................................................... 3
CAOT 88...........................................................................3
CAOT 97...........................................................................3
CAOT 98...........................................................................3
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CAOT 112 ........................................................................3
Total ..............................................................29 units
LEGAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 051410 State Code: 21617)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
the different professions and careers represented
2. Differentiate between word-processing systems by
creating, naming, saving, retrieving, and producing
directories and subdirectories by clients name, case
number, forms, correspondence, or area of law.
3.
as copiers, fax machines, scanners, and calculators.
4.
listening and continuous keying.
5. Given a set of circumstances requiring the
preparation of a legal case, the student will prepare
professional legal pleadings and forms.
REQUIRED
CAOT 3 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 23............................................................................5
CAOT 43............................................................................3
CAOT 49............................................................................3
CAOT 82 or 85 .................................................................3
CAOT 84............................................................................3
CAOT 93............................................................................2
LAW 1 ................................................................................3
Total ..............................................................25 units
BASIC ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE ASSISTANT
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. The student will create a business report with a
cover sheet, table of contents, and a bibliography.
2. The students will create a worksheet, chart data,
perform calculations and make comparisons by
using a pie chart.
3. Prepare a multi-column newsletter containing
desktop publishing elements in MS Word.
REQUIRED
CAOT 2 or 3 ...................................................................... 3
CAOT 43............................................................................3
CAOT 84............................................................................3
CAOT 85............................................................................3
Total ............................................................. 12 units
BASIC COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Use Microsoft PowerPoint to create and format
a presentation with transitions, custom animations,
graphics, video, and audio.
2.
Create a travel brochure from effective web searches.
3. The student will utilize the Windows Security Center
t
o protect a computer against computer security risks.
REQUIRED
CAOT 82............................................................................3
CAOT 97............................................................................3
CAOT 98............................................................................3
Total ................................................................ 9 units
BASIC LEGAL OFFICE
Skills Certicate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. The student will prepare professional legal
pleadings and forms for a given a set of
circumstances requiring the preparation of a legal
case
.
2. The student will prepare professional legal forms
and pleading documents.
REQUIRED
CAOT 23............................................................................5
CAOT 93............................................................................2
Total ................................................................ 7 units
BASIC MEDICAL OFFICE
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. The student will analyze, assess and communicate
what actions are needed to serve clients when given
2. The student will utilize medical terminology in
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reading and writing medical reports.
3. The student will analyze and complete a variety
of insurance claims for government and private
medical insurance claims using OCR Guidelines
and electronic transmission to ensure prompt
reimbursement.
REQUIRED
CAOT 20............................................................................5
CAOT 44............................................................................3
CAOT 126 .........................................................................3
Total ..............................................................11 units
BASIC MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION
Skills Certicate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a business report with a cover sheet, table of
contents, and a bibliography.
2. Utilize medical terminology in reading and writing
medical reports.
3.
Transcribe a medical report from computer dictation
using a standard medical record format for transcription
practices to a 97-100% accuracy level.
REQUIRED
CAOT 2 ..............................................................................3
CAOT 44............................................................................3
CAOT 46............................................................................3
Total ................................................................ 9 units
BASIC WEB PAGE DESIGN
Skills Certicate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Prepare a multi-column newsletter containing
desktop publishing elements in MS Word.
2. Create a personal or business website containing
hyperlinks, marquee, graphic hotspots, and tables.
REQUIRED
CAOT 84............................................................................3
CAOT 112 .........................................................................3
Total ................................................................ 6 units
CHEMISTRY AND EARTH SCIENCES
Chair: Michael Farrell
Department of Chemistry and Earth Sciences
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2600 | SCI 324B
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/chemis-
try/chemweb
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Chemistry
All chemistry courses offered at Los Angeles City
College are designed to transfer to state and national
university systems. Chemistry meets a general
education requirement for most university majors,
particularly: Premedical, Pre-Dental, Pre-Pharmacy,
Nursing, Anthropology, Biology, Chemistry, Geology,
Engineering, and Physics.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST
BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER
IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
CHEMISTRY
Associate of Science Degree
(Program: 070800 State Code: 08221)
This Associate of Science degree provides the student
with preparatory course work, allowing transfer to a
four-year university in chemistry or related physical sci-
ences. Individuals who earn the degree with a major in
chemistry will nd many desirable entry-level jobs in
chemistry and manufacturing.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe chemical and physical structures and
reactions.
2. Solve problems with algebra, analyze graphical
based on observation.
4. Design and implement simple experiments, work
independently, and draw reasonable conclusions.
laboratory
reports that include data in tabular and graphical
format and summarize results to explain the
phenomena studied.
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MAJOR: 8 COURSES | 40 UNITS | AS
CHEM 101 MATH 261
CHEM 102 MATH 262
CHEM 211 PHYSICS 101
CHEM 212 PHYSICS 102
REQUIRED
Chemistry 101 ..................................................................5
Chemistry 102 ..................................................................5
Chemistry 211 ..................................................................5
Chemistry 212 ..................................................................5
Math 261 ...........................................................................5
Math 262 ...........................................................................5
Physics 101 .......................................................................5
Physics 102 .......................................................................5
Total ..............................................................40 units
*CHEM 60 is a prerequisite for CHEM 101
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Chair: Keli Miller
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2290 | CD 201
Vice Chair: Nancy Washburn
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2296 | CD 204
Director, Child Development Center: Dorian Harris
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2220 | CD 117
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/child-
dev/index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Child Development
Associate of Science (AS-T):
Early Childhood Education
Certicates of Achievement:
Child Development Associate Teacher
Child Development Teacher
Child Development Master Teacher
Child Development Site Supervisor
Skills Certicates:
Infant & Toddler Studies
Children with Special Needs
The Department of Child & Family Studies and Dietetics
at Los Angeles City College provides curriculum that
includes theory and practice preparing students
to earn vocational career certicates, degrees, and
become transfer ready in one of two distinct academic
programs: Child Development and Dietetics. Highly
trained and experienced faculty teach in state-of-the-
art facilities including the Child Development Center
that provides lab experiences for both programs.
The Dietetics program is accredited by the American
Dietetic Association and serves as a unique program in
the region. To assist students in meeting their academic
goals, the Child Development program administers
three dynamic support programs that include the Child
Development Training Consortium, and the California
Early Childhood Mentor Teacher Program.
Program Mission:
The mission of the Child Development program is to
provide learners with multiple pathways that prepare
them to become dynamic, responsive, authentic, and
informed early childhood education professionals.
Child Development certicates and degrees provide
students with the coursework and the eld experience
needed for a career in Early Childhood Education. LACC’s
Child Development curriculum is aligned with the State’s
Child Development Permit Matrix to prepare students
for positions in early care and education. Students are
trained as educators for a variety of private and public
early childhood education programs including Head
Start, State Pre-School, and unied school district
early care and education programs. Graduates teach
or administer in programs for infants, pre-schoolers,
children with special needs, and in before and after
school-age programs. Many students begin their career
as assistant teachers, then with additional coursework
and experience, are able to move up the career ladder
to become lead teachers or site supervisors.
Program Notes:
Students beginning their course work for certicates
and degrees in Child Development must be aware of
the following:
• Criminal Clearance: In order to fulll State
licensing requirements for employment in
private and public programs, students
must receive a Criminal Clearance to work with
young children. Consult with faculty for
additional information.
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• Mantoux test: Some Child Development
courses may require students to obtain a
Mantoux test for Tuberculosis clearance. The
college Health Center provides this service.
Please call ahead to schedule a Mantoux test
and reading at 323-953-4000, Ext. 2485.
• CPR Training: Your employer may require you
to take a 15 hour Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
class. This class covers training on basic
rst aid for infants and children, CPR techniques
and information on basic health and sanitation
procedures.
• Child Development Training Consortium
(CDTC): If you are currently working in a paid
position in a licensed Early Childhood Program
serving infants to kindergarten, or before and
after school-age programs, and are taking Child
Development or General Education units
towards a Child Development Permit, you may
qualify for partial reimbursement of your
fees, books, or other expenses at LACC. For
more information contact: Mary Skousen
Radford, 323-953-4000, Ext. 2297, skouseme@
lacitycollege.edu.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Associate of Arts
(Program: 130501 State Code: 10783)
Completion of the Associate Degree prepares students
for employment in an early care and education pro-
gram. Students develop skills, knowledge and attitudes
that prepare them to work as teachers of young children
or as administrators of ECE programs.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Integrate understanding of the needs, the
of development of children birth to age eight that
support optimal development.
2. Promote partnerships between programs, teachers,
families and communities, applying ethical standards
and culturally sensitive professional behavior.
3. Design, implement and evaluate developmentally
appropriate environments, curriculum and teacher/
child interactions, applying the skills of observation
and assessment.
MAJOR + ELECTIVES: 12 COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
CH DEV 1 CH DEV 11 Plus Electives
CH DEV 2 CH DEV 22
CH DEV 7 CH DEV 23
CH DEV 10 CH DEV 65
REQUIRED
Child Development 1 ......................................................3
Child Development 2 ......................................................3
Child Development 7 ......................................................3
Child Development 10 .................................................... 3
Child Development 11 .................................................... 4
Child Development 22 .................................................... 4
Child Development 23 .................................................... 2
Child Development 65 .................................................... 3
Subtotal - Core .............................................25 units
Plus 11 Electives Units: Select additional courses
from below to complete 36 units in the major.
Child Development 30 .................................................... 3
Child Development 31 .................................................... 3
Child Development 34 .................................................... 3
Child Development 35 .................................................... 3
Child Development 38 .................................................... 3
Child Development 39 .................................................... 3
Child Development 42 .................................................... 3
Child Development 44 .................................................... 3
Child Development 45 .................................................... 3
Child Development 48 .................................................... 3
Child Development 84 ................................................ 0.5
Child Development 85 ................................................ 0.5
Family & Consumer Studies 21 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 31 ......................................3
English 218 .......................................................................3
*Some courses may be offered every other semester, or
less frequently, or alternating day and evening.
*Consult with the department regarding specialization
options to satisfy AA degree and Certicate 3
requirements.
First Semester
Child Development 1 ......................................................3
Child Development 2 ......................................................3
Second Semester
Child Development 7 ......................................................3
Child Development 10 .................................................... 3
Third Semester
Child Development 22 .................................................... 4
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Fourth Semester
Child Development 23 .................................................... 4
Child Development 65 .................................................... 2
*Note: English 28 is an advisory for CD 2
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
Associate of Science (AS-T)
(Program: 130500 State Code: 31030)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
I. Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible
for transfer to the California State University by
completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California
State University General Education-Breadth
Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the CCC
Chancellor's Ofce.
J. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average
of 2.0 or higher. Students completing this degree
will have satised the lower division major
preparation and transfer requirements for priority
admission consideration to a local CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Integrate understanding of the needs, the
of development of children to age eight that support
optimal development.
2. Promote partnerships between programs, teachers,
family, and communities, applying ethical standards
and culturally sensitive professional behavior.
3. Design, implement, and evaluate developmentally
appropriate environments, curriculum and teacher/
child interactions, applying the skills of observation
and assessment.
MAJOR: 8 COURSES | 25 UNITS | AS-T
CH DEV 1 CH DEV 11
CH DEV 2 CH DEV 22
CH DEV 7 CH DEV 34
CH DEV 10 CH DEV 42
REQUIRED
Child Development 1 ......................................................3
Child Development 2 ......................................................3
Child Development 7 ......................................................3
Child Development 10 .................................................... 3
Child Development 11 .................................................... 3
Child Development 22 .................................................... 4
Child Development 34 .................................................... 3
Child Development 42 .................................................... 3
Sub-Total .......................................................25 units
*Note: Students who completed CD 3 or 4 may apply
for Credit by Exam for CD 7. For more information
inquire in the department ofce.
*Note: English 28 is an advisory for many Child
Development courses.
First Semester
Child Development 1 ......................................................3
Child Development 2 ......................................................3
Child Development 11 .................................................... 3
Second Semester
Child Development 10 .................................................... 3
Child Development 7 ......................................................3
Third Semester
Child Development 22 .................................................... 4
Child Development 34 .................................................... 3
Fourth Semester
Child Development 42 .................................................... 3
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
The Certicate in Child Development will be issued by the
Department of Child & Family Studies after completing re
-
quirements with at least a “C” grade in courses taken with-
in the last 10 years. Students must also complete English
28 or higher in order to qualify for most certicates.
All Child Development “core” courses for Skill Certicate
1 - Associate Teacher must be taken at LACC or another
college in the Los Angeles Community College District.
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ASSOCIATE TEACHER - Certicate 1
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 130502 State Code: 08236)
This skill certicate is the rst step on the early child-
hood career ladder. Recipients of this certicate meet
the minimum State requirements to teach in a private
preschool, or school-age programs, and with the addi-
tion of CD 30, infant programs. With work experience,
students may qualify for the California Child Develop-
ment Permit: Associate Teacher level.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Integrate an understanding of the needs, the
support optimal development in all areas of
development for children from birth to age eight.
2. Promote partnerships between programs, teachers,
families and communities, applying ethical
standards and culturally sensitive professional
behavior.
3. Design, implement, and evaluate developmentally
appropriate environments, curriculum and teacher/
child interactions, while applying the skills of
observation and assessment.
REQUIRED
Child Development 1 ......................................................3
Child Development 2 ......................................................3
Child Development 7 ......................................................3
Child Development 11 .................................................... 3
English 28 .........................................................................3
Total ..............................................................15 units
*Advisory of English 28 for most classes.
**To qualify for Title 22, Director, take above core units
and CD 38 (Administration & Supervision of Early Child-
hood Programs I).
CHILD DEVELOPMENT- TEACHER -
Certicate 2
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 130500 State Code: 08237)
This certicate, along with 16 general education units
and work experience makes the recipient eligible for the
California Child Development Permit: Teacher level. Re-
cipients of this certicate may teach in private or public
preschool, school-age programs, and with the addition
of CD 30, infant programs.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Integrate an understanding of the needs, the
support optimal development in all areas of
development for children from birth to age eight.
2. Promote partnerships between programs, teachers,
families and communities, applying ethical
standards and culturally sensitive professional
behavior.
3. Design, implement, and evaluate developmentally
appropriate environments, curriculum and teacher/
child interactions, while applying the skills of
observation and assessment.
4. Apply effective guidance and interaction strategies
that support a child's social learning, identity and
setting.
5. Create and utilize a professional portfolio to
demonstrate career readiness and enhance
marketability.
REQUIRED
Certicate 1 course requirements ................................15
Child Development 10 ..................................................... 3
Child Development 22 ..................................................... 4
Child Development 23 or any CD elective* ...............3-4
Child Development 34 or 42 ............................................3
Total ........................................................ 28-29 units
*See Electives listed in the Master Teacher certicates
for specialization options.
* Note: To complete requirements for a California Child
Development Permit at Teacher level, add 16 general
education units including Humanities, Social Science,
Math/Science and English. Consult with a Counselor re-
garding general education requirements.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT MASTER TEACHER - Certicate 3
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 130501 State Code: 08238)
This certicate enables the recipient to not only teach,
but also to supervise other child development teachers
and staff. Some responsibilities of the Master Teacher
might include: developing and implementing age-
appropriate curriculum within a safe, healthy and
stimulating environment, supervision of classroom staff,
creating positive communication links with parents,
school and community. Additionally, the Master Teacher
Certicate is designed to meet the requirements for
the major and for the Associate in Arts degree in Child
Development. With work experience and 16 general
education units, students may also qualify for the
California Child Development Permit: Master Teacher
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level. This level permit is the gateway to the CA Early
Childhood Mentor Program: 36-38 Child Development
units; meets requirements for The Associate in Arts
Major in Child Development.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Integrate an understanding of the needs, the
support optimal development in all areas of
development for children from birth to age eight.
2. Apply methods and principles of effective
supervision and mentoring in early childhood
programs to develop positive staff relationships and
support professional growth.
3. Design, implement, and evaluate developmentally
appropriate environments, curriculum and teacher/
child interactions, while applying the skills of
observation and assessment.
4. Apply ethical standards and professional behaviors
that demonstrate understanding and knowledge,
deepening the commitment to the Early Care and
Education profession.
5. Apply effective guidance and interaction strategies
that support a child's social learning, identity and
setting.
REQUIRED
Certicate 1 and 2 course requirements .............. 28-29
Child Development 65 .................................................... 2
Specialization courses (refer to options below) ........... 6
Total ........................................................ 36-37 units
Choose 2 courses from the same sequence below:
Child Development 30 and 31 .......................................6
Child Development 44 and 45 .......................................6
Child Development 48 and FCS 31 ..............................6
Child Development 42, 44, and 45 ..............................6
Child Development Elective and FAM &CS 21 ............ 6
CHILD DEVELOPMENT SITE SUPERVISOR - Certicate 4
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 130580 State Code: 08239)
This certicate is the highest certicate offered by
the Child Development program. Recipients of this
certicate are qualied to supervise an entire program
at one site. Some responsibilities of site supervisors
include the following: use of positive leadership skills to
implement the sites’ philosophy, adherence to state and
federal licensing requirements, budget implementation,
enforcement of enrollment / registration policies and
procedures, hire, inspire and supervise all staff, foster
positive communication links between home, school
and community, maintain appropriate health, safety and
nutrition standards, supervision of curriculum and schedule
development. Students wishing to obtain the California
Child Development Permit: Site Supervisor level, must
meet experience requirements, obtain an Associate in Arts
degree, and meet the requirements listed below.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Integrate an understanding of the needs, the
that support optimal development in all areas of
development for children from birth to age eight.
2. Apply methods and principles of effective
supervision
and mentoring in early childhood programs
to develop positive staff relationships and support
professional growth.
3. Design, implement,and evaluate developmentally
appropriate environments, curriculum and teacher/
child interactions, while applying the skills of
observation and assessment.
4. Apply ethical standards and professional behaviors
that demonstrate understanding and knowledge,
deepening the commitment to the Early Care and
Education profession.
and regulations pertaining to administration of an
early childhood program.
REQUIRED
Certicate 1 and 2 course requirements .............. 28-29
Child Development 38 .................................................... 3
Child Development 39 .................................................... 3
Child Development 65 .................................................... 2
Total ........................................................ 36-37 units
CHILD DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIZATION SKILL
CERTIFICATES
INFANT & TODDLER STUDIES
Skills Certicate
The Infant & Toddler Studies skill certicate qualies
the student for the most entry-level teacher position
within private infant/toddler programs. Infant/Toddler
teachers are responsible for supervising the care
and development of children birth through 2 ½ years
old. Some responsibilities may include: developing
and sustaining caring, loving, respectful relationships,
designing developmentally age-appropriate curriculum,
organizing parent conferences and establishing clear
daily communications with parents and other caregivers.
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Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1.
Integrate and demonstrate knowledge of the needs,
support optimal development in all areas for
children from birth through 2 ½ years of age.
2. Promote partnerships between programs, teachers,
families and communities applying ethical standards
and culturally sensitive professional behavior to
support the development of infants and toddlers.
3. Design, implement and evaluate developmentally
appropriate environments,curriculum, and interactions
between teachers and infants/toddlers, while applying
the skills of observation and assessment.
REQUIRED
Child Development 1 ......................................................3
Child Development 10 or 34 ..........................................3
Child Development 11 .................................................... 3
Child Development 30 .................................................... 3
Child Development 31 .................................................... 3
Total ..............................................................15 units
*Note: English 28 is a prerequisite for CD 34
CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Skills Certicate
This skill certicate qualies students for an entry level
teacher or assistant position in a program with children
who have special needs. Students gain skills in accommo
-
dating and adapting the physical environment and devel-
oping instructional strategies and curriculum to meet the
needs of differently-abled children and their families.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Integrate and demonstrate knowledge of the needs,
support optimal development in all areas for differently
abled children.
2. Promote partnerships between programs, teachers,
families and communities applying ethical standards
and culturally sensitive professional behavior to
support the development of children with special needs.
3. Design, implement and evaluate developmentally
appropriate environments, curriculum, and interactions
between teachers and differently-abled children,
4.
while applying the skills of observation and assessment.
REQUIRED
Child Development 1 ......................................................3
Child Development 11 .................................................... 3
Child Development 44 .................................................... 3
Child Development 45 .................................................... 3
ADD one elective chosen from the following courses:
Child Development 10, 34, 42 or 48 .............................3
Total ..............................................................15 units
CINEMA / TELEVISION
Chair: Joni Varner
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2627 | CC181
http://cinematv.lacitycollege.edu
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Cinema Production
Television Production
Certicates of Achievement:
Cinema Production
Television Production
Cinema / Video Production
Skills Certicates:
Beginning Cinema & Television Production
Cinematography
TV Studio Production - Level I
Directing
Producing
The LACC Cinema & Television Department provides its
students with the history, principles, technical compe-
tency and hands-on training needed to work success-
fully in cinema or television production. Many of our
students successfully go from LACC into the industry.
For others who wish to pursue a Bachelors degree, the
skills and work product obtained at LACC will help them
be more competitive candidates for acceptance into top
four-year universities.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST
BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER
IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
CINEMA PRODUCTION
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 061220 State Code: 02729)
This curriculum in the Cinema/Television Department is
designed for the student who wishes training in motion
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picture production. The course of study leads to an As-
sociate of Arts degree in Cinema and/or a Cinema Pro-
duction Certicate. An Associate of Arts degree with an
emphasis in Cinema will be awarded to students who
have completed a minimum of 36 units in Cinema and/
or Television with a minimum of 30 units in Cinema.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Students demonstrate knowledge of the historical,
picture, both narrative and documentary.
2. Students demonstrate knowledge and command of
the processes of writing, direction, production, post-
production, and distribution of motion pictures.
3. Students demonstrate knowledge of the job
market pathways into motion pictures.
MAJOR CORE + ELECTIVES: 12 COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
CINEMA 1 PLUS 24 ELECTIVE UNITS FROM BELOW
CINEMA 2
CINEMA 3
CINEMA 4
REQUIRED CORE
Cinema 1 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 2 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 3 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 4 ...........................................................................3
Subtotal - Core .................................................................12
Total (Core + Electives) .................................36 units
Required Electives: Select additional courses from
below to complete 24 additional units in the major
(Select at least 18 units from Cinema electives):
Cinema 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 18, 20, 25, 32, 33-1, 33-2, 38-1,
38-2, 185, 911;
Television 1, 4, 9, 25-1, 25-2;
Law 33
*Prerequisites may apply and must be followed.
**Courses may be substituted under special circum-
stances and approval from the department.
TELEVISION PRODUCTION
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 060420 State Code: 08220)
The Television major in the Cinema/Television Depart-
ment has been designed to provide the student with a
solid background in studio television production and
post-production. Television 1, 4, and 9 must be complet-
ed rst. An Associate of Arts degree in Television will be
awarded to students who have completed a minimum
of 36 units in Cinema and/or Television with a minimum
of 15 units in Television.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate awareness of the historical, cultural,
2. Demonstrate knowledge and command of
the processes of writing, production, direction and
distribution of both live-switched television
productions, including news programs, interview,
format shows, and awards shows and location
television production.
3. Demonstrate an awareness of the job market
pathways into motion pictures and television.
MAJOR CORE + ELECTIVES: 12 COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
T V 1 PLUS 24 ELECTIVE UNITS FROM BELOW
T V 4
T V 9
T V 46
REQUIRED CORE
Television 1 .......................................................................3
Television 4 .......................................................................3
Television 9 .......................................................................3
Television 46 .....................................................................3
Subtotal - Core ......................................................12
Total (Core + Electives) .................................36 units
Required Electives: Select additional courses from
below to complete 24 additional units in the major
(Select at least 3 units of TV electives):
Television 6, 7, 25-1, 25-2, 48, 49, 55, 185; OR
Cinema 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 18, 20, 25, 32, 33-1, 33-2,
38-1, 38-2, 185, 911
*Prerequisites may apply and must be followed.
**Courses may be substituted under special circum-
stances and approval from the department.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
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CINEMA PRODUCTION
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 061220 State Code: 21620)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1.
Combine both narrative and documentary knowledge
the motion picture.
2. Formulate knowledge of the processes of writing,
directing, production, post-production and distribution
of motion pictures.
3. Compile knowledge of the job market pathways into
motion pictures.
4.
Perform the duties of various technical crew positions
in a single-camera production environment.
REQUIRED
Cinema 1 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 2 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 3 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 4 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 5 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 6 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 9 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 10.........................................................................3
Cinema 20.........................................................................3
Cinema 32.........................................................................3
Law 33 or Cinema 33.......................................................3
Total ..............................................................33 units
CINEMA / VIDEO PRODUCTION
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 061221 State Code: 10773)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1.
Combine both narrative and documentary knowledge
the motion picture and television,
2. Formulate knowledge of the processes of writing,
directing, production, post-production and distribution
of motion pictures and television including live
switched
and edited programs.
3. Compile knowledge of the job market pathways into
motion pictures and television.
4.
Perform the duties of various technical crew positions
in a single or multiple camera production
environments.
REQUIRED
Cinema 1 .......................................................................... 3
Cinema 2 .......................................................................... 3
Cinema 3 .......................................................................... 3
Cinema 4 .......................................................................... 3
Cinema 6 .......................................................................... 3
Cinema 9 .......................................................................... 3
Cinema 32 ........................................................................3
Television 4 or 9 ...............................................................3
Television 6 or 48 ............................................................. 3
Television 46 .....................................................................3
Television 55 .....................................................................3
Total ..............................................................33 units
TELEVISION PRODUCTION
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 060420 State Code: 21619)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Differentiate the historical, cultural, and economic
2.
Formulate knowledge and command of the processes
of writing, production, direction and distribution of
both live switched television productions, including
news programs, interview format shows, and awards
shows, and location television programming.
3. Compile knowledge of the job market pathways
into motion pictures and television.
4.
Perform the duties of various technical crew positions
REQUIRED
Cinema 1 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 2 ...........................................................................3
Television 1 .......................................................................3
Television 4 .......................................................................3
Television 6 or 7 ...............................................................3
Television 9 .......................................................................3
Television 46 .....................................................................3
Television 48 or 49 ...........................................................3
Television 55 .....................................................................3
Additional Cinema/TV class ..........................................6
(or Co-Op Education classes)
Total ..............................................................33 units
BEGINNING CINEMA & TELEVISION PRODUCTION
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Explain and demonstrate knowledge of cinema and
television preproduction techniques by preparing
scripts and storyboards for cinema and television
projects.
2. Operate cinema and television lighting, cameras
and sound equipment according to industry standards.
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3. Utilize post-production cinema techniques to
produce digital cinema projects with picture, sound
and editing.
REQUIRED
Cinema 1 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 2 ...........................................................................3
Television 4 .......................................................................3
Television 9 .......................................................................3
Total ..............................................................12 units
CINEMATOGRAPHY
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Plan, execute and organize practical digital or
cinematography fundamentals, including the
understanding
of camera controls, elements of
composition, and photographing with natural and
2. Collaborate in a group to plan and execute a short
and director of photography on cinema projects
emphasizing lighting, composition, exposure and
focus.
3. Employ basic principles of black and white analog
photography from the mechanical creation of the
photograph for display, while applying the
guidelines of composition, communication and
self expression.
REQUIRED
Cinema 6 ...........................................................................3
Cinema 7 ...........................................................................3
Photography 7 ..................................................................3
Photography 10 ...............................................................3
Total ..............................................................12 units
TELEVISION STUDIO PRODUCTION – LEVEL 1
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1.
Operate television studio and control room equipment
according to industry standards, while contributing as
a crew member in a television studio environment.
2. Prepare and execute above the line production
roles, including Director, Producer and Writer in a
multi-camera television studio environment.
REQUIRED
Television 1 .......................................................................3
Television 4 .......................................................................3
Television 9 .......................................................................3
Television 46 .....................................................................3
Total ..............................................................12 units
DIRECTING
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. The student will produce and direct a scene to be
critiqued and evaluated in class.
2. Formulate story ideas and develop treatments and
screenplay drafts.
3. Demonstrate proper use of stage direction while fo
cusing on audience reaction and the actors’
emotional connection to the scene.
4. Prepare a production package including script
notes, scene goals, character analysis, storyboard
and shot list.
REQUIRED
Cinema 5 or Television 25 ..............................................3
Cinema 10.........................................................................3
Cinema 20.........................................................................3
Theater 200 ......................................................................3
Theater 225.......................................................................3
Total ..............................................................15 units
PRODUCING
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Students will survey business practices including
of motion pictures and media content.
that have attained commercial distribution and
construct elements for their own projects.
3. Students will demonstrate an understanding of
major concepts of Business Organization including:
Management, Marketing, Finance, Human Resources,
Economics, Legal Forms of Business Ownership,
and Entertainment Law.
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REQUIRED
Cinema 5 or Television 25 ..............................................3
Cinema 20.........................................................................3
Cinema 25.........................................................................3
Business 1 .........................................................................3
Law 33 ...............................................................................3
Total ..............................................................15 units
COMMUNICATION STUDIES
Chair: M. "Shae" Hsieh
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2961 | CC187
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/
speech/
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts (AA-T):
Communication Studies
The Communication Studies Department at Los Angeles
City College currently teaches such fundamental com-
munication courses as public speaking, argumentation,
forensics, voice and articulation, interpersonal and inter-
cultural communication, oral interpretation of literature,
English speech as a second language, listening-speak-
ing laboratory and communication disorders.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES
Associate of Arts for Transfer (AA-T)
(Program: 150600 State Code: 30996)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
K. Completion of 60 semester units that are
eligible for transfer to the California State
University by completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General
Education Transfer Curriculum
(IGETC) or the California State
University General Education-Breadth
Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a
major or area of emphasis, as approved
by the CCC Chancellor's Ofce.
L. Obtainment of a minimum grade point
average of 2.0 or higher. Students completing
this degree will have satised the lower
division major preparation and transfer
requirements for priority admission
consideration to a local CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe the breadth and depth of the
communication discipline.
2.
Communicate competently within and across
various
channels, contexts, and cultures.
3. Critically analyze messages.
4. Apply ethical communication principles and
practices.
5. Utilize communication to embrace differences.
MAJOR: 6 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA-T
COMM 101, 104, 121
Choose Two Courses: COMM 106, 122, 130
Choose One Course: ANTHRO 102; PSYCH 1; SOC 1;
ENGLISH 102, 103; JOURNAL 101, 105
Required Core (3 units):
COMM 101 – Public Speaking ....................................... 3
List A
SELECT 2 courses (6 units) from the following:
COMM 104 Argumentation & Debate ..........................3
COMM 121 Interpersonal Communication ..................3
List B
SELECT 2 courses (6 units) from the following:
COMM 106 Forensics (repeatable) ...............................2
COMM 122 Intercultural Communication ....................3
COMM 130 Intro to Oral Interpretation of Lit ..............3
List C
SELECT 1 course (3 units) from the following:
ANTRHO 102 Cultural Anthropology ............................3
PSYCH 1 Intro to Psychology .................................3
SOC 1 Intro to Sociology ................................... 3
ENGLISH 102 College Reading Composition II .......... 3
ENGLISH 103 Composition & Critical Thinking ..........3
JOURNAL 101 Collecting and Writing News .............3
JOURNAL 105 Mass Communications ........................3
TOTAL MAJOR .......................................................18 Units
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CSIT
(Computer Science / Information Technology)
Chair: Kian Kaviani
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2811 | FH 101H
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/math/
csitdept/
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Computer Science/Information Technology
Computer Information Systems
Certicates of Achievement:
Applications Software
Programming Languages
Skills Certicates:
C++ Programming
Database Administration
Database Developer
Java Programming
Macromedia Software
VBA Application
Web Client Technologies
If you have a talent for math and science our programs
will prepare you to enter more advanced university
programs or directly enter careers related to Computer
and Information Systems, System Analysis, Computer
Science, Database Administration, Computer
Operations, Information Processing Services, Computer
Software Engineering, Telecommunications, and Web
Development and Technologies.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Associate of Arts Degree
Transfer Program
(Program: 070600 State Code: 10774)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. ain appropriate skills in basic Computer literacy,
Operating Systems to enable the student to gain
currency in Software/Hardware areas.
2. Design and create a relational database and
related to Oracle using Entity-Relationship diagrams,
normalization, SQL,PL/SQL, and Programming.
3.
Design and implement solutions to general purpose
programming techniques and languages such as
Applications.
4.
Gain skills in the use of client-side web technologies
for design and development of interactive web
sites. Skills include use of HTML, DHTML, XML,
LAMP/WAMP environment.
security and resource monitoring policies.
MAJOR: 8 COURSES | 24 UNITS | AA
CO SCI 104 CO SCI 158 CO SCI 138, 140 OR 142
CO SCI 107 CO SCI 186
CO SCI 134 CO SCI 187
CO SCI 136 CO SCI 139 OR 141
First Semester
CO SCI 104 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 107 .......................................................................3
Second Semester
CO SCI 134 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 139 .......................................................................3
* Suggested Major Preparation: Physics 101, Math 261
Third Semester
CO SCI 140 or 141 ...........................................................3
CO SCI 186 .......................................................................3
* Suggested Major Preparation: Philosophy 7, 8, or 9
Fourth Semester
CO SCI 136 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 158 .......................................................................3
Total ..............................................................24 units
*CO SCI 103 is a prerequisite to some of the CO SCI
courses above and can be used to fulll a general
education requirement.
*Note: On approval by the CSIT discipline, students may
use Math 262, 263 and Physics 102, 103 as a substitute
to any of the CO SCI requirements above except CO SCI
139, CO SCI 140 or 141, and CO SCI 136 as long as a
minimum of 18 CO SCI course units is met.
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COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 070200 State Code: 02730)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Gain appropriate skills in basic Computer literacy,
Operating systems to enable the student to gain
currency in Software/Hardware areas.
2. Design and create a relational database and
related to Oracle using Entity-Relationship
diagrams, normalization, SQL,PL/SQL, and
Programming.
3. Design and implement solutions to general
programming techniques and languages such as
Applications.
4. Gain skills in the use of client-side web
technologies for design and development of
interactive web sites. Skills include use of HTML,
security and resource monitoring policies.
MAJOR: 9 COURSES | 27 UNITS | AA
CO SCI 104 CO SCI 158 CO SCI 138, 140 OR 142
CO SCI 107 CO SCI 186
CO SCI 134 CO SCI 187
CO SCI 136 CO SCI 139 OR 141
First Semester
CO SCI 104 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 107 .......................................................................3
Second Semester
CO SCI 134 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 139 or 141 ...........................................................3
CO SCI 158 .......................................................................3
Third Semester
CO SCI 136 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 186 .......................................................................3
Fourth Semester
CO SCI 138, 140, or 142 .................................................3
CO SCI 187 .......................................................................3
Total ..............................................................27 units
*CO SCI 103 is a prerequisite to some of the CO SCI
courses above and can be used to fulll a general
education requirement.
*Note: On approval by the CSIT discipline, students may
use Math 262, 263 and Physics 102, 103 as a substitute
to any of the CO SCI requirements above except CO SCI
139, CO SCI 140 (or 141), and CO SCI 136 as long as a
minimum of 18 CO SCI course units is met.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
Certicates in Computer Science-Information technology
will be issued by the Computer Science/Information
Technology discipline upon submittal of an application
to the department by the student and successful
completion of one or more of the following sequences.
APPLICATIONS SOFTWARE
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 070210 State Code: 08224)
This sequence of courses prepares students for
careers in applications software development and
usage in elds related to databases, networking, web
technologies, business analysis, and/or programming.
Students successfully completing this program will nd
opportunities for employment in various industries
depending on the track chosen for the electives.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a fully documented modular design
with correct mathematical operations suitable for
2.
Create, deploy, and test a basic program with correct
mathematical operations using Visual Basic.Net or
other programming language.
3.
for Windows 7 or other operating systems.
4.
Design and implement solutions to general purpose
techniques and languages such as Visual Basic, C++
,
5.
Design and create a relational database and,
install
related
to Oracle using Entity-Relationship diagrams,
normalization, SQL,PL/SQL, and Programming.
REQUIRED
CO SCI 103 or 101 and 108 ...........................................7
CO SCI 104 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 107 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 134 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 138 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 148 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 186 .......................................................................3
Required Electives...................................................6
Total ..............................................................31 units
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Acceptable Electives:
• Database Track: 2 courses from CO SCI 187,
188, 189 and 198
• Programming Track: 2 courses from CO SCI
136, 139, 140, 141, and 142
• Web Technologies Track: 2 courses from CO
SCI 155 and 158.
PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 070710 State Code: 08225)
This course sequence provides students with compre-
hensive training in high- demand programming lan-
guages and tools such as Visual Basic, C++, Java, Perl,
XML, ASP, and others. Students can choose electives
from three exciting tracks: Databases, Web Develop-
ment, and Operating Systems. Successful completion of
the program will prepare students for an exciting career
in software analysis, design, and development.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1.
Create a fully documented modular design
with
correct mathematical operations suitable for
2. Create, deploy, and test a basic program with
correct mathematical operations using VisualBasic.
Net or other programming language.
problem(s) for Windows 7 or other operating
systems.
4. Design and implement a programming solution to
a given problem using advanced programming
constructs.
5.
Design and create a relational database and installs,
related to Oracle using Entity-Relationship
diagrams, normalization, SQL,PL/SQL, and
Programming.
REQUIRED
CO SCI 103 or 101 and 108 ...........................................7
CO SCI 104 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 107 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 134 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 136 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 138 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 139 or 141 ...........................................................3
CO SCI 140 or 142 ...........................................................3
CO SCI 186 .......................................................................3
Required Electives .................................................9
Total ..............................................................40 units
Acceptable Electives:
•
Databases Track: 3 courses from: CO SCI 187,
188, 189 and 198
•
Web Development Track: 3 courses from: CO
SCI 155 and 158.
C++ PROGRAMMING
Skills Certificate
This course sequence provides students with
comprehensive training in high demand programming
languages and tools such as Visual Basics, C++.
Successful completion of the program will prepare
students for an exciting career in software analysis,
design, and development.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a fully documented design with correct
mathematical operations suitable for
2. Create, deploy and test a Basic program with
correct mathematical operations using C++
programming language.
3. Design and implement solution to general purpose
problem using advanced programming techniques
in C++ programming.
4. Design and implement solutions to general
create and design programming logic and
mathematical concepts.
REQUIRED
CO SCI 103 .......................................................................4
CO SCI 104 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 107 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 139 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 140 .......................................................................3
Total ............................................................. 16 units
DATABASE ADMINISTRATION
Skills Certificate
This course sequence offers state of the art hands-on
training in setting up and administering Oracle rela-
tional databases and prepares students for the Oracle
professional certication in database administration.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Install and administer an Oracle sever.
2. Perform backups and recovery.
3. Monitor the Database in a proactive rather than
reactive manner.
4. Implement security and resource monitoring
policies.
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REQUIRED
CO SCI 186 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 187 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 188 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 189 ......................................................................3
CO SCI 198 .......................................................................3
Total ..............................................................15 units
DATABASE DEVELOPER
Skills Certificate
Use Oracle Developer Suite 10g and deploy applica-
tions on the Web with Oracle Application Server 10g.
The students learn how to build forms and reports and
use the web to access them. Students also learn the pro-
cedural language PL/SQL for Oracle.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Design and create a relational database.
related to Oracle using Entity-Relationship diagrams,
normalization,SQL, PL/SQL, and Programming.
REQUIRED
CO SCI 186 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 198 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 199 .......................................................................3
Total ................................................................ 9 units
JAVA
Skills Certificate
This course sequence provides students with compre-
hensive training in high-demand programming lan-
guages and tools such as Visual Basic and Java.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a fully documented design with correct
mathematical operations suitable for implementation
2. Create, deploy and test a Basic program with correct
language.
3. Design and implement solution to general purpose
problem using advanced programming techniques
4. Design and implement solutions to general purpose
design programming logic and mathematical concepts.
REQUIRED
CO SCI 104 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 107 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 108 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 141 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 142 .......................................................................3
Total ............................................................. 15 units
MACROMEDIA SOFTWARE
Skills Certificate
This course sequence provides technical training on the
latest multimedia technologies and prepares students
for the Macromedia certication exams. The program
also provides instruction in programming macromedia
software to create interactive and media-rich Web sites
and presentations.
CO SCI 151 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 152 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 153 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 154 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 158 .......................................................................3
Total ..............................................................15 units
VBA APPLICATION
Skills Certificate
This certicate program provides the students with
an advanced level of instruction and techniques in
Microsoft Visual Basic Applications and Visual Basic
programming. Students will learn developing and
implementing Macros in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft
Access. Students will be able complete this certicate
program Online.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Create a fully documented design with correct
mathematical operations suitable for implementation
2. Create, deploy and test a Basic program with correct
mathematical operations using VBA programming
language.
3. Design and implement solution to general purpose
problem using advanced programming techniques in
VBA programming.
4. Design and create a relational database and install
spreadsheet program.
for Windows 7.
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
REQUIRED
CO SCI 103 .......................................................................4
CO SCI 133 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 134 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 138 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 148 .......................................................................3
Total ..............................................................16 units
WEB CLIENT TECHNOLOGIES
Skills Certificate
Program provides training in the use of client-side web
technologies for design and development of interactive web
sites. Skills include use of HTML, DHTML, XML, Java, Java
Script, Dreamweaver and Flash in web site development.
REQUIRED
CO SCI 141 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 151 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 152 .......................................................................3
CO SCI 103 .......................................................................4
CO SCI 158 .......................................................................3
Total ..............................................................16 units
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
Chair: Kian Kaviani
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2811 | FH 101H
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/ctel/
index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Computer Technology
Certicates of Achievement:
Computer Technology
Skills Certicate:
Program in A+ Certication
The computer technology curriculum has been developed
to provide training in the principles underlying the design
of modern computer systems. The program presents
theory of computer architecture and design, operation
of equipment, and diagnostic programming. Emphasis is
placed on essential electronics, design of digital systems
used in robotics, automation and industrial control,
data processing, and networking. Practical aspects of
maintenance, troubleshooting, and integration of digital
and analog systems are included.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
Associate of Science Degree
(Program: 093403 State Code: 08229)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe the electrical and logical characteristics
and operation of processors, memory, and control
systems.
2. Design and draw schematics for a simple embedded
system.
3. Design a simple motor control system.
MAJOR: 11 COURSES | 41 UNITS | AS
CO TECH 1 ELECTRN 2 ELECTRN 10
CO TECH 20 ELECTRN 4 ELECTRN 12
CO TECH 30 ELECTRN 6 ELECTRN 156
CO TECH 36 ELECTRN 8
First Semester
Computer Technology 1 .................................................4
Electronics 2 .....................................................................3
Electronics 4 .....................................................................4
Electronics 10 ...................................................................3
Second Semester
Computer Technology 20 ............................................... 4
Electronics 6 .....................................................................4
Electronics 8 .....................................................................4
Electronics 12 ...................................................................3
Third Semester
Computer Technology 30 ............................................... 4
Computer Technology 36 ............................................... 4
Fourth Semester
Electronics 156 ................................................................. 4
Total ..............................................................41 units
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
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COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 093410 State Code: 21624)
A Computer Technology certicate will be issued by
the Mathematics Department upon submittal of an
application by the student to the department with the
successful completion of the following courses. All
students must receive a satisfactory grade or better to
meet certicate requirements.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe the electrical and logical characteristics
and operation of processors, memory, and control
systems.
2. Design and draw schematics for a simple embedded
system.
3. Design a simple motor control system.
REQUIRED
Computer Technology 1 .................................................4
Computer Technology 20 ............................................... 4
Computer Technology 30 ............................................... 4
Computer Technology 36 ............................................... 4
Computer Technology 156 .............................................4
Electronics 2 .....................................................................3
Electronics 4 .....................................................................4
Electronics 6 .....................................................................4
Electronics 8 .....................................................................4
Electronics 10 ...................................................................3
Electronics 12 ...................................................................3
Total ..............................................................41 units
PROGRAM IN A+ CERTIFICATION
Skills Certificate
Upon completing this short program, the student is fully
prepared to sit for the CompTIA A+ Certication Exami-
nation as well as work as an entry level PC technician.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Identify components in a personal computer.
2. Diagnose problems in personal computer hardware
and operating system and independently design
solutions using the information gained through the
component manuals and manufacturer web sites.
3. Diagnose resolve a problem in a peer-to-peer local
area network.
4. Use a breadboard to connect a simple electronic
circuit based on a given schematic diagram.
5. Assemble components on a printed circuit board
using a soldering iron to connect a simple electronic
circuit based on a given schematic diagram.
REQUIRED
Computer Technology 1 .................................................4
Computer Technology 12 ............................................... 4
Computer Technology 14 ............................................... 4
Electronics 2 , 4 or 6 ................................................... 3/4
Total ........................................................ 15-16 units
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION
Director Juliana Medina
(323) 953-4000 ext. 1522 | AD 205 D
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Courses Only - No Degree/Certicate
Through Cooperative Education or “CO-OP ED,”
students may earn college credit for their on-the-job
work experience. CO-OP ED is designed to enhance
the student’s academic and personal development.
Educational objectives are carefully planned and
coordinated with the student’s employer to provide
positive employment relationships.
COUNSELING
Chair: Boris Lopez
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2250 | AD108
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Courses Only - No Degree/Certicate
The Counseling Department offers Counseling courses to
introduce students to Los Angeles City College programs
and services, assist students with planning educational
goals, and provide career/major exploration for all
students. Counselors support students in their academic,
career, and personal endeavors. We encourage students to
become vested members in the academic community and
utilize the vast resources at Los Angeles City College.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY
Chair: Arax Cohen
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2502 | SCI 324A
http://dental.lacitycollege.edu
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Dental Technology
Certicate:
Dental Technology
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Dental Technology (often referred to as Dental
Laboratory Technology) is a career in the design
and manufacturing of dental prosthetic devices
(dentures, partial dentures, crowns and bridges) and
orthodontic devices (both passive and active retainers).
Dental Technicians and technologists usually work in a
commercial dental laboratory which is separate from the
dental practice. Salary is based upon knowledge level,
experience and speed of manufacture among other
aspects. Dental technicians receive dental impressions
and prescriptions (work authorizations) from the dentist,
apply their expertise and return the prescribed appliance
to the dentist for placement in the patient’s mouth.
Entrance into the Dental Technology Program:
All candidates for the Dental Technology Program must
have a high school diploma or G.E.D. Getting selected
into the LACC Dental Technology Program is a two part
process. First the candidate must enroll in DEN TEK 100
(Introduction to Dental laboratory) and DEN TEK 102
(Dental Anatomy and Terminology). Candidates for the
Dental Technology Program must complete these (2) two
courses with a grade of “C” or better. Students who receive
a D, F, W, or Incomplete grade will not be considered for
entrance into the Dental Technology Program.
The second part of the process is to take the Dental
Technology Dexterity Exam that will be given on the 10th
class meeting of the DEN TEK 100 course. This exam is not
a pass/fail exam and there is no way to study for it. The
Dexterity Exam gives the selection committee an accurate
indication of hand/eye coordination and three-dimensional
ability of each candidate. These qualities are necessary for
a dental technologist to have. The candidates are ranked
according to their individual results with all of the other
dental technology candidates. The top 18 candidates
out of the testing cohort are invited to enter the Dental
Technology Program. If a candidate is not selected into the
Dental Technology Program, the candidate may request
to retake the Dental Technology Dexterity Exam when it is
given in the next testing cohort.
The Associate of Science Degree Program and the
Certicate Program are identical from a course sequence
standpoint. The only difference is the general education
requirements taken outside of the Dental Technology
Department.
In order to minimize the potential for the spread of infectious
diseases amongst patients and dental personnel, Dental
Technology students and staff are highly encouraged
to be immunized against and/or tested for infectious
diseases such as mumps, measles, rubella, hepatitis B,
and tuberculosis. If you have any questions regarding
your immunization status or recommended immunizations
for health care workers, please consult your personal
physician. If you would like to learn more about Dental
Technology program policies and procedures regarding
infection control, you may contact the department at (323)
953-4000 x2500.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY
Associate of Science Degree
(Program: 124030 State Code: 02748)
This curriculum is specically designed to provide students
with the skills, knowledge and background necessary
to become a dental technologist in either a commercial
dental laboratory or dental ofce laboratory. Good eye/
hand coordination, communication skills and the ability to
follow directions are requisites for successful entrance into
this program. All candidates for the Dental Technology
program must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
Courses in the Dental Technology curriculum are designed
to be taken in sequence. Successful completion of each
Dental Technology course in a particular sequence with a
grade of “C” or better is required before the student may
progress into the next level of courses in the sequence.
All courses listed are required for the Associate of Science
degree with a major in Dental Technology. Students who
successfully complete all the Dental Technology courses
will be eligible to sit for the Recognized Graduate Certied
Dental Technologists Exam given by the National Board
for Certication of Dental Technologists.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand, interpret and follow the instructions
provided by the dentist.
2. Incorporate the dental anatomy, morphology,
gnathological knowledge and science of dental
materials into their constructions.
3. Design and construct basic orthodontic restorations,
partial and full removable dental prosthesis.
and multiple units.
5. Design and construct all ceramic and metal ceramic
restorations.
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MAJOR: 16 COURSES | 65.5 UNITS | AS
DEN TEK 100 DEN TEK 108 DEN TEK 203
DEN TEK 101 DEN TEK 109 DEN TEK 204
DEN TEK 102 DEN TEK 111 DEN TEK 401
DEN TEK 103 DEN TEK 112 DEN TEK 205 OR 206
DEN TEK 105 DEN TEK 202 DEN TEK 207 OR 208
DEN TEK 106
PREREQUISITE
Dental Technology 100 ...................................................2
Dental Technology 102 ...................................................3
First Semester (Spring)
Dental Technology 101 ...................................................2
Dental Technology 103 ...................................................5
Dental Technology 109 ...................................................4
Intercession (Summer)
Dental Technology 106 ............................................... 3.5
Second Semester (Fall)
Dental Technology 105 ...................................................2
Dental Technology 111 ...................................................5
Dental Technology 112 ............................................... 5.5
Intercession (Winter)
Dental Technology 108 ...................................................3
Third Semester (Spring)
Dental Technology 203 ...................................................2
Dental Technology 205 or 206 ..................................... 10
Intercession (Winter)
Dental Technology 204 ...................................................3
Fourth Semester (Fall)
Dental Technology 207 or 208 ..................................... 10
Dental Technology 202 ...................................................4
Dental Technology 401 ...................................................4
Total ..............................................................68 units
*Note: Math 112 Pre-Algebra or higher must be taken
before completion of the Dental Technology Program.
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 124030 State Code: 21626)
This curriculum is specically designed to provide students
with the skills, knowledge and background necessary to
become a dental technologist in either a commercial
dental laboratory or dental ofce laboratory. Good eye/
hand coordination, communication skills and the ability
to follow directions are requisites for successful entrance
into this program. Students selected for each new group
are admitted into the program based upon their successful
completion of DEN TEK 100 course; their dexterity exam
score administered during the DEN TEK 100 course;
evaluation of the student’s level of commitment and
determination and the ability to follow directions. All
candidates for the Dental Technology Program must have a
high school diploma or G.E.D. Completion of each Dental
Technology course in a particular sequence with a grade of
“C” or better is required before the student may progress
into the next level of courses in the sequence. Successful
students who complete all the Dental Technology courses
will be eligible to sit for the Recognized Graduate
Certied Dental Technologist Exam given by the
National Board for Certication of Dental Technologists.
A certicate in Dental Technology will be issued by
the College upon successful completion of all Dental
Technology courses.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand, interpret and follow the instructions
provided by the dentist.
2. Incorporate the dental anatomy, morphology,
gnathological knowledge and science of dental
materials into their constructions.
3. Design and construct basic orthodontic
restorations, partial and full removable dental
prosthesis.
and multiple units.
5. Design and construct all ceramic and metal ceramic
restorations.
PREREQUISITE
Dental Technology 100 ...................................................2
Dental Technology 102 ...................................................3
First Semester (Spring)
Dental Technology 101 ...................................................2
Dental Technology 103 ...................................................5
Dental Technology 109 ...................................................4
Intercession (Summer)
Dental Technology 106 ............................................... 3.5
Second Semester (Fall)
Dental Technology 105 ...................................................2
Dental Technology 111 ...................................................5
Dental Technology 112 ................................................5.5
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Intercession (Winter)
Dental Technology 108 ...................................................3
Third Semester (Spring)
Dental Technology 203 ...................................................2
Dental Technology 205 or 206 ..................................... 10
Intercession (Winter)
Dental Technology 204 ...................................................3
Fourth Semester (Fall)
Dental Technology 207 or 208 ..................................... 10
Dental Technology 202 ...................................................4
Dental Technology 401 ...................................................4
Total ..............................................................68 units
*Note: Math 112 Pre-Algebra or higher must be taken
before completion of the Dental Technology Program.
EARTH SCIENCES
Chair: Michael Farrell
(323) 953-4000 EXT. 2600 | SCI 324B
Department of Chemistry and Earth Sciences
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/department/chemis-
try/chemweb
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Courses Only - No Degree/Certicate
Earth Science
Geography
Geology
Oceanography
ELECTRONICS
Chair: Kian Kaviani
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2811 | JH 101H
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/ctel/in-
dex.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Electronic Systems Technology
Certicates of Achievement:
Basic Electronics
Electronic Systems Technology
If you are interested in how things work, our Electronics
programs will prepare you for entry-level positions re-
lated to computer hardware and electronics. Opportuni-
ties include: computer repair, manufacture, installation
and design; manufacturing and/or repairing electronic
equipment including transmission devices used by elec-
tronic utilities; machinery controls; telecommunications;
wiring in buildings, automobiles, aircraft, robotics, print-
ed circuit development; and more. Students completing
one of the certicate programs can expect to enter high
paying positions in the computer/electronics industries.
With more experience and/ or a Bachelor’s degree or
advance trade certication (e.g., Electricians), entry-lev-
el technicians can advance in position and salary.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY
Associate of Science Degree
(Program: 093401 State Code: 02733)
This curriculum provides for the study of the technical
aspects of applied electronics and is designed for per
-
sons seeking employment as an electronic technician,
electronic service technician, communications technician,
customer engineer, radiologic electronics specialist, elec
-
tronic test technician, electronic research and develop-
ment technician, or electronics equipment representative.
Successful completion of this curriculum will equip the
graduate with sufcient mathematics and theory to en-
ter employment and achieve advancement in a variety
of job titles. Laboratory and practical courses develop
skills that are immediately useful to prospective em-
ployers and, as well, provide a foundation for more ad-
vanced skills which can be developed with a minimum
of on-the-job training.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe the electrical and logical characteristics
and operation of processors, memory, and control
systems.
2. Design and draw schematics for a simple
embedded system.
3. Design a simple motor control system.
4. Describe the electrical and logical characteristics
and operation of basic digital circuits.
5. Diagnose problems in electronic systems using test
equipment including DMM's and oscilloscopes.
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6. Draw and explain circuits using operational
7. Design simple electronic analog systems.
MAJOR: 10 COURSES | 37 UNITS | AS
ELECTRN 2 ELECTRN 10 CO TECH 1
ELECTRN 4 ELECTRN 12 CO TECH 20
ELECTRN 6 ELECTRN 20
ELECTRN 8 ELECTRN 155
First Semester
Computer Technology 1 .................................................4
Electronics 2 .....................................................................3
Electronics 4* ....................................................................4
Electronics 10* .................................................................3
Second Semester
Electronics 6* ....................................................................4
Electronics 8 .....................................................................4
Electronics 12* .................................................................3
Computer Technology 20 ............................................... 4
Third Semester
Electronics 20 ...................................................................4
Fourth Semester
Electronics 155 ................................................................. 4
Total ..............................................................37 units
*All majors are expected to take Electronics 4 and 10
during one semester.
*
Suggested Electives: Computer Technology 36, Physics 11
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
BASIC ELECTRONICS
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 093400 State Code: 08228)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Diagnose problems in electronic systems using test
equipment.
2. Troubleshoot and repair computer hardware.
3. Analyze basic DC and AC electronic circuits.
4. Draw and explain circuits using transistor stages in
typical applications.
5. Describe the operation of basic digital circuits.
REQUIREMENTS
Computer Technology 1 .................................................4
Computer Technology 12 ............................................... 4
Computer Technology 20 ............................................... 4
Electronics 4 .....................................................................4
Electronics 6 .....................................................................4
Electronics 8 .....................................................................4
Electronics 10 ...................................................................3
Electronics 12 ...................................................................3
Total ..............................................................30 units
*Recommended Electives: Electronics 81, 83, and 87
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 093401 State Code: 21622)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe the electrical and logical characteristics
and operation of basic digital circuits.
2. Diagnose problems in electronic systems using test
equipment including DMM's and oscilloscopes.
3. Draw and explain circuits using operational
4. Design simple electronic analog systems.
REQUIREMENTS
Computer Technology 1 .................................................4
Computer Technology 20 ............................................... 4
Electronics 2 .....................................................................3
Electronics 4 .....................................................................4
Electronics 6 .....................................................................4
Electronics 8 .....................................................................4
Electronics 10 ...................................................................3
Electronics 12 ...................................................................3
Electronics 20 ...................................................................4
Electronics 155 ................................................................. 4
Total ..............................................................37 units
ENGINEERING
Chair: Dr. Jayesh Bhakta
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2923 | SCI 222D
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/physics/
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Engineering
LACC offers a full range of math, physics, and engineering
courses for you to gain an associate degree or to allow you
to meet your lower division requirements for transfer. In
addition to courses, we offer an advisory program where
you can be assigned a faculty member who will assist you
with matters that relate to your academic progress. We
also have an engineering club that allows students to gain
experience in working in a team on an engineering project.
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DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
ENGINEERING
Associate of Science Degree
(Program: 090100 State Code: 08226)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Apply the principles of mathematics, science and
engineering to mechanical and electrical systems.
2. Design and conduct science and engineering
experiments, as well as analyze and interpret the data
and results of the experiments.
3. Function within a team, communicate effectively,
behave professionally and act with ethical
responsibility as it relates to the science and
4. Utilize techniques, skills, tools, and equipment
necessary for the practice of engineering.
MAJOR: 11 COURSES | 47 UNITS | AS
MATH 261 PHYSICS 101 ENG GEN 101
MATH 262 PHYSICS 102 ENG GEN 131
MATH 263 PHYSICS 103 ENG ELC 220
MATH 275 CHEM 101
REQUIRED: (Path for Electrical Engineering or
Computer Egineering transfer majors)
General Engineering 101 ...............................................2
Math 261 ...........................................................................5
Physics 101 .......................................................................5
Chemistry 101 ..................................................................5
General Engineering 131 ...............................................3
Math 262 ...........................................................................5
Physics 102 .......................................................................5
Math 263 ...........................................................................5
Physics 103 .......................................................................5
Electrical Engineering 220 .............................................4
Math 275 ...........................................................................3
Total ..............................................................47 units
*Additional recommended courses for Mechanical En-
gineering or Civil Engineering transfer majors: CO SCI
139 or 140; General Engineering 151, 241
ENGLISH & ESL
Chair : Dr. Bernadette Tchen
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2700 | JH300A
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/
engesl/index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
English
Associate of Arts (AA-T):
English
Other Courses:
Linguistics
The department offers extensive English and ESL courses.
The courses are offered from basic skills English courses,
ESL courses, and they extend to our transfer level. The
English program is geared to assist students at all levels so
that they may improve their writing and prepare to transfer
in an environment that fosters a rich literary tradition.
Students develop methods for critical interpretations of
relevant works of English, American, and other literatures
in English. Our ESL program offers courses to assist
students to improve their ability to write, read, and listen/
speak English.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
ENGLISH
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 150100 State Code: 02751)
The English curriculum encourages students who plan
to transfer to begin their program of coursework early
so that they will have completed all the required lower-
division courses by the time they are ready to apply to
four-year colleges or universities. In order to satisfy the
requirements, 9 to 12 of the required 18 units must be
satised by taking English 102, 203, 205, and 206.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Read sophisticated college-level expository texts
and works of literature that deal with various literary,
using critical thinking.
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2. Plan and write well-focused, logically organized,
thoroughly developed, and coherent extended
college level essays (1000-2000 words) that analyze,
interpret, and compare concepts and that argue for
of the writing process.
3. Distinguish between different styles of written
English and evaluate the appropriateness of a
vary sentence shape and structure for emphasis
effectively, including colons.
MAJOR: 6 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA
Select 3-4 courses: ENGLISH 102, 203, 205, 206
Select 2-3 English Electives
REQUIRED CORE:
English 102 .......................................................................3
English 203 .......................................................................3
English 205 .......................................................................3
English 206 .......................................................................3
Total Required ...........................................9-12 units
In addition to the core courses listed above, students
need to fulll the balance (6-9 units) of their required 18
units from the following courses:
ELECTIVES:
English 127 .......................................................................3
English 204 .......................................................................3
English 207 .......................................................................3
English 208 .......................................................................3
English 211 .......................................................................3
English 212 .......................................................................3
English 214 .......................................................................3
English 215 .......................................................................3
English 216 .......................................................................3
English 218 .......................................................................3
English 239 .......................................................................3
English 240 .......................................................................3
English 252 .......................................................................3
English 253 .......................................................................3
English 255 .......................................................................3
English 270 .......................................................................3
Total Electives..............................................6-9 units
Total ..............................................................18 units
ENGLISH
Associate of Arts AA-T
Transfer Program
(Program: 150100 State Code: 33147)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
M. Completion of 60 semester units that are
eligible for transfer to the California State
University by completing the following:
•
The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the
California State University General
Education-Breadth Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the
CCC Chancellor's Ofce.
N. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average
of 2.0 or higher. Students completing this
degree will have satised the lower division
major preparation and transfer requirements
for priority admission consideration to a local
CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Read sophisticated college-level expository texts
and works of literature that deal with various
critique assumptions using critical thinking.
2. Plan and write well-focused, logically organized,
thoroughly developed, and coherent extended
college level essays (1000-2000 words) that
analyze, interpret, and compare concepts and that
depth knowledge of the writing process.
3. Distinguish between different styles of written
English and evaluate the appropriateness of a
vary sentence shape and structure for emphasis
effectively, including colons.
MAJOR: 6 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA-T
ENGLISH 102, 103, 127
Select two courses: ENGLISH 203, 204, 205, 206, 208
Select one course: JOURNAL 101, COMM 130,
THEATER 100
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Required Core (6 units):
English 102 .......................................................................3
English 103 .......................................................................3
List A
SELECT 2 courses (6 units) from the following:
English 203 .......................................................................3
English 204 .......................................................................3
English 205 .......................................................................3
English 206 .......................................................................3
English 208 .......................................................................3
List B
SELECT 1 course (3 units) from the following:
English 127 .......................................................................3
List C
SELECT 1 course (3 units) from the following:
Journalism 101 .................................................................3
Communication Studies 130 ..........................................3
Theater 100.......................................................................3
Total Major ...................................................18 units
FAMILY & CONSUMER STUDIES
Interim Director: Gayle Stafsky
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2291 | AD 200
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/dietet-
ics/index.html
DIETETICS
The Dietetics program provides learners with multiple
pathways that prepare them for entry into the eld of
Dietetics. The program offers educational opportunities
that ready students for employment, transfer, advance
study, and life-long learning to serve the ethnically
diverse population of California.
PROGRAM OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Dietetic Technician
Certicate:
Dietetic Service Supervisor
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
DIETETIC TECHNICIAN
Associate of Science Degree
(Program: 130660 State Code: 08243)
The Dietetic Technician Program is an AS degree
program accredited by ACEND/Academy of Nutrition
and Dietetics which prepares students to sit for the
Dietetic Technician Registration Examination. Students
develop skills, knowledge, and attitudes that prepare
them to work as dietetic technicians, registered in
health care facilities, schools, correctional facilities,
restaurants, WIC, public health agencies, community
health programs, community wellness programs, food
companies, contract food management companies, etc.
Dietetic technicians, Registered (DTRs), are trained in
food and nutrition and are an integral part of the health-
care and food service management teams. DTRs have
met the following criteria to earn the DTR credential:
• Completed a dietetic technician program accredited
by the Accreditation Council for Education in
Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) of the Academy
of Nutrition and Dietetics, that includes a minimum
of 450 hours of supervised practice experience
in various community programs, health-care and
food service facilities and has completed at least
a two year associate’s degree at a U.S. regionally
accredited college or university
•
After completing the degree and dietetics coursework,
pass a national examination administered by the
Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). For more
information regarding the examination, refer to www.
cdrnet.org.
• A Mantoux test, MMR, health exam, liability insurance,
background check, ngerprinting, drug screening,
etc. are required for supervised practice courses.
• A verication statement that allows the candidate to
sit for the Dietetic Technician Registration exam is
issued upon successful completion of the program,
submission of a notebook documenting how the
core knowledge and competencies have been met
and a score of at least 80% on a preparation for the
DTR exam administered by the Child Development
and Family Studies/Dietetics Department. Students
must join The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Passing the DTR exam authorizes use of the initials
“DTR” after the name. Graduates may also be able
to take the Dietary Managers Exam. Please see the
DMA website at: www.cdmcareer.info
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Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Function as an important part of a health care team
to treat and prevent disease and administer
medical nutrition therapy.
2.
Purchase and prepare food in a commercial kitchen.
3. Construct budgets within foodservice operations.
4. Deliver oral presentations, educating clients about
5. Create professional development portfolios.
MAJOR: 16 COURSES | 41 UNITS | AS
FAM &CS 21 FAM &CS 50 FAM &CS 127
FAM &CS 24 FAM &CS 51 FAM &CS 128
FAM &CS 27 FAM &CS 52 FAM & CS 129
FAM &CS 28 FAM &CS 55 FAM & CS 151
FAM &CS 29 FAM &CS 56 FAM & CS 156
BIOLOGY 25
SUGGESTED 2-YEAR COURSE PLAN
(For Full-Time Students)
First Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 21 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 50 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 55 ......................................3
Second Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 24 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 56 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 156 .................................... 2
Communication Studies 101 .........................................3
Biology 25 .........................................................................3
Third Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 27 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 51 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 127 .................................... 2
Family & Consumer Studies 151 .................................... 2
Fourth Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 28 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 29 ......................................1
Family & Consumer Studies 52 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 128 .................................... 2
Family & Consumer Studies 129 .................................... 2
Total Units .....................................................41 units
SUGGESTED 3-YEAR COURSE PLAN
(For Part-Time Students)
First Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 50 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 55 ......................................3
Second Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 21 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 56 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 156 .................................... 2
Biology 25 .........................................................................3
Third Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 27 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 127 .................................... 2
Fourth Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 24 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 28 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 128 .................................... 2
Fifth Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 51 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 151 .................................... 2
Sixth Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 29 ......................................1
Family & Consumer Studies 52 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 129 .................................... 2
Total ..............................................................41 units
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
DIETETIC SERVICE SUPERVISOR
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 130621 State Code: 08242)
Completion of the Dietetic Service Supervisor
Certicate program meets the standards of training for
Dietetic Service Supervisors specied by The California
Department of Public Health (CDPH). Completion of this
certicate qualies students to work as the food service
director in a skilled nursing facility. Some responsibilities
of the Dietetic Service Supervisor are to supervise
employees, assure menu acceptance by clients, and
manage food production. Completion of the program
along with professional experience may qualify a person
to take the Dietary Managers Exam. Please see the DMA
website at: www.cdmcareer.info
Successful completion of English 28 and Math 105
are required to ensure successful completion of many
courses in this certicate. Students must provide their
own transportation to assigned eld placement sites.
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A Mantoux test, health exam, ngerprinting, drug
screening, background check, and liability insurance are
required for supervised practice courses.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Function as an important part of a health care team
to treat and prevent disease and administer
medical nutrition therapy.
2.
Purchase and prepare food in a commercial kitchen.
3. Construct budgets within foodservice operations.
4. Analyze the nutrient content of a diet using dietary
analysis software.
5. Deliver oral presentations educating clients about
First Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 21 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 50 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 51 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 55 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 151 .................................... 2
English 28 ........................................................................3
Second Semester
Family & Consumer Studies 24 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 52 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 56 ......................................3
Family & Consumer Studies 156 .................................... 2
Mathematics 105 ..............................................................3
Total ..............................................................31 units
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
Chair: Mickey Hong
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2736 | JH 111G
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/forlang/
index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Chinese
French
Japanese
Korean
Spanish
Skills Certicates:
American Sign Language
Japanese Language & Civilization: Elementary Level
Japanese Language & Civilization: Intermediate Level
Korean Language & Civilization: Elementary Level
Korean Language & Civilization: Intermediate Level
Spanish Language & Civilization: Elementary Level
Spanish Language & Civilization: Intermediate Level
Other Courses:
Arabic
Armenian
Russian
LACC is literally where worlds come together, situated
between Little Armenia, Korea Town, Hollywood and
Central and South American neighborhoods. This
makes the college a particularly wonderful setting for
learning a new language or mastering the language
of your parents or grandparents. Understanding a
foreign language can: Increase your understanding
of other cultures and/or your own; enrich your travel
experiences abroad; and open career opportunities.
Language skills are prized by employers, especially
in teaching, translating, social work, foreign service,
international relations, trade and any other occupations
catering to multi-cultural and international audiences.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
CHINESE
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 110700 State Code: 02745)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
Level.
2. Write at the ACTFL Intermediate High Level.
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at the
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
ACTFL Intermediate High Level.
5.
Explain and analyze more complex aspects of culture
at the ACTFL Intermediate Range.
MAJOR: 4 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA
CHINESE 4
Select from remaining courses:
CHINESE 1, 2, 3, 10, 21, 22, JAPAN 9, KOREAN 10,
LING 1, ARTHIST 130, PHILOS 30
18 or more units of classes chosen from below.
Must include Chinese 4.
Chinese 1 ..........................................................................5
Chinese 2 ..........................................................................5
Chinese 3 ..........................................................................5
Chinese 10 ........................................................................ 3
Chinese 21 ........................................................................ 3
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Chinese 22 ........................................................................ 3
Japanese 9 ........................................................................3
Korean 10 .......................................................................... 3
Linguistics 1 ......................................................................3
Art History 130 .................................................................3
Philosophy 30 ................................................................... 3
FRENCH
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 110200 State Code: 02741)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
Level.
2. Write at the ACTFL Intermediate High Level.
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at the
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
ACTFL Intermediate High Level.
5. Explain and analyze more complex aspects of
culture at the ACTFL Intermediate Range.
MAJOR: 4-5 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA
FRENCH 4, 8, 10
Select from remaining courses: FRENCH 1, 2, 3, 10, 21,
22, LING 1, ARTHIST 120, PHILOS 14
18 or more units of classes chosen from below. Must
include French 4, 8, 10.
French 1 ............................................................................5
French 2 ............................................................................5
French 3 ............................................................................5
French 10 ..........................................................................3
French 21 ..........................................................................3
French 22 ..........................................................................3
Linguistics 1 ......................................................................3
Art History 120 .................................................................3
Philosophy 14 ................................................................... 3
JAPANESE
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 110800 State Code: 02746)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
High Level.
2. Write at the ACTFL Intermediate High Level.
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
ACTFL Intermediate High Level.
5. Explain and analyze more complex aspects of
culture at the ACTFL Intermediate Range.
MAJOR: 5 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA
JAPAN 4, 8, 9
Select from remaining courses: JAPAN 1, 2, 3, 21,
22, CHINESE 10, KOREAN 10, LING 1, ARTHIST
130, PHILOS 30
18 or more units of classes chosen from below.
Must include Japanese 4, 8, and 9.
Japanese 1 ........................................................................5
Japanese 2 ........................................................................5
Japanese 3 ........................................................................5
Japanese 21 .....................................................................3
Japanese 22 .....................................................................3
Chinese 10 ........................................................................ 3
Korean 10 .......................................................................... 3
Linguistics 1 ......................................................................3
Art History 130 .................................................................3
Philosophy 30 ................................................................... 3
KOREAN
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 111730 State Code: 18809)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
High Level.
2. Write at the ACTFL Intermediate High Level.
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at the
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
ACTFL Intermediate High Level.
5. Explain and analyze more complex aspects of
culture at the ACTFL Intermediate Range.
MAJOR: 5-6 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA
KOREAN 4, 8, 10
Select from remaining courses: KOREAN 1, 2, 3; JAPAN
9; CHINESE 10; LING 1; ARTHIST 130; PHILOS 30
18 or more units of classes chosen from below.
Must include Korean 4, 8 and 10.
Korean 1 ............................................................................5
Korean 2 ............................................................................5
Korean 3 ............................................................................5
Chinese 10 ........................................................................ 3
Linguistics 1 ......................................................................3
Japanese 9 ........................................................................3
Art History 130 .................................................................3
Philosophy 30 ................................................................... 3
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SPANISH
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 110500 State Code: 02744)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
High Level.
2. Write at the ACTFL Intermediate High Level.
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at the
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
ACTFL Intermediate High Level.
5. Explain and analyze more complex aspects of
culture at the ACTFL Intermediate Range.
MAJOR: 5 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA
SPANISH 4, 8, 9, 10
Select from remaining courses: SPANISH 1, 2, 3, 21, 22,
35, 36, CHICANO 44, LING 1, ARTHIST 151
18 or more units of classes chosen from below.
Must include Spanish 4, 8, 9 and 10.
Spanish 1...........................................................................5
Spanish 2...........................................................................5
Spanish 3...........................................................................5
Spanish 21 ........................................................................3
Spanish 22 ........................................................................3
Spanish 35 ........................................................................5
Spanish 36 ........................................................................5
Chicano 44 ........................................................................3
Linguistics 1 ......................................................................3
Art History 151 .................................................................3
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE
Skills Certicate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Employ an extended sign vocabulary and use their
expressive and receptive skills in conversation.
2. Incorporate knowledge of the customs and culture
of the deaf community into their conversational
skills.
3. Perform the accurate use of non-manual behaviors
REQUIRED
A S L 1 ................................................................................4
A S L 2 ................................................................................4
A S L 3 ................................................................................4
A S L 25..............................................................................2
A S L 30..............................................................................1
Total ..............................................................15 units
JAPANESE LANGUAGE & CIVILIZATION:
ELEMENTARY LEVEL
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at the
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
the ACTFL Novice Level.
REQUIRED
Japanese 1 ........................................................................5
Japanese 2 ........................................................................5
Japanese 8 ........................................................................2
Japanese 9 ........................................................................3
Total ..............................................................15 units
JAPANESE LANGUAGE & CIVILIZATION: INTERME-
DIATE LEVEL
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
Level.
Level.
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at the
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
5. Explain and analyze more complex aspects of
REQUIRED
Japanese 3 ........................................................................5
Japanese 4 ........................................................................5
Japanese 8 ........................................................................2
Japanese 9 ........................................................................3
Total ..............................................................15 units
KOREAN LANGUAGE & CIVILIZATION: ELEMENTARY
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LEVEL
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at the
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
the ACTFL Novice Level.
REQUIRED
Korean 1 ............................................................................5
Korean 2 ............................................................................5
Korean 8 ............................................................................2
Korean 10 .......................................................................... 3
Total ..............................................................15 units
KOREAN LANGUAGE & CIVILIZATION:
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
High Level.
High Level.
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at the
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
5. Explain and analyze more complex aspects of
REQUIRED
Korean 3 ............................................................................5
Korean 4 ............................................................................5
Korean 8 ............................................................................2
Korean 10 .......................................................................... 3
Total ..............................................................15 units
SPANISH LANGUAGE & CIVILIZATION: ELEMENTARY
LEVEL
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at the
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
the ACTFL Novice Level.
REQUIRED
Spanish 1 ..........................................................................5
Spanish 2...........................................................................5
Spanish 8 ..........................................................................2
Spanish 9 OR Spanish 10 ............................................... 3
Total ..............................................................15 units
SPANISH LANGUAGE & CIVILIZATION:
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
Skills Certificate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
High Level.
High Level.
3. Listen and comprehend spoken discourse at the
4. Read and comprehend written discourse at the
5. Explain and analyze more complex aspects of
Spanish culture at the ACTFL Intermediate Range.
REQUIRED
Spanish 3 ..........................................................................5
Spanish 4 ..........................................................................5
Spanish 8...........................................................................2
Spanish 9 OR Spanish 10 ................................................ 3
Total ..............................................................15 units
HEALTH
Chair: Daniel Cowgill
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2660 | MG104
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Courses Only - No Degree/Certicate
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HUMANITIES
Chair: Mickey Hong
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2736 | JH 111G
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/forlang/
index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Humanities
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
HUMANITIES
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 490300 State Code: 02767)
The following curriculum is an interdisciplinary studies
sequence that brings together art, music, history,
literature, and cultural studies. It provides a strong
foundation for a wide range of undergraduate majors,
including the arts, literature, history, world cultures as
well as ethnic and gender studies. A minimum of 18 units
of Arts and Humanities is required for the Humanities
major Associate Degree. Requirements for the major are
to be chosen from the Graduation requirements under
the Humanities section.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Analyze culturally diverse primary source
documents from a historical and cultural
perspective in a thesis-driven written format.
2. Present research, orally on published resources in a
coherent format.
3. Demonstrate the ability to collaboratively work
across cultures.
REQUIRED:
ARTS:
Any 3 units from the following:
African American Studies 60; Art; Art History; Cinema;
Music; Photography ; Theater
LITERATURE: Any 3 units from the following:
African American Studies 20, English 102, 103, 200’s
FOREIGN LANGUAGE:
Any 3-5 units from the following: All courses in Arabic,
Armenian, Chinese, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean,
Russian, Spanish and American Sign Language
HUMANITIES: Any 6 units from the following:
Humanities 6, 8, 30, 31, 61
ELECTIVES:
Philosophy 1, 14, 20, 30, 32, 40; Linguistics 1; Chicano
44; Or choose from any courses listed from the catego-
ries above to bring to a minimum of 18 total units.
Total ........................................................ 18-20 units
JOURNALISM
Vice Chair: Daniel Marlos
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2835 | Chemistry Basement
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/
journ/index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Journalism
Associate of Arts (AA-T):
Journalism
The journalism curriculum is an open-ended program
that is arranged so the graduate is prepared to work in
either the eld or, with additional course work, to trans-
fer to a four-year college or university. Journalism majors
are offered courses designed to train them in desktop
publishing skills and for editorial, and photojournalism
jobs on daily and weekly newspapers, magazines, trade
journals and consumer publications. They also are pre-
pared for work as freelance writers and as writers for
television and radio news programs. The employment
records of hundreds of graduates show the California
Publishers Association approval of courses offered here.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST
BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER
IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
JOURNALISM
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 060200 State Code: 02728)
Journalism majors also are required to work three se-
mesters on the campus newspaper, the Collegian.
Scholarships, from the Greater Los Angeles Press Club,
are available for journalism majors.
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Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write, research and produce news stories for
print or broadcast.
2. Edit news stories for print, demonstrating mastery
of Associated Press style.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of converged media
techniques including online and broadcast
news writing.
4. Assemble a print portfolio of published news
articles and or photographs. Student may also
collect digital samples of converged media work
product such as online or Internet broadcast
samples of work.
MAJOR : 16 COURSES | 38 UNITS | AA
JOURNAL 101 JOURNAL 219-1,2,3 PHOTO 46
JOURNAL 105 PHOTO 7 LIB SCI 101
JOURNAL 217-1,2,3 PHOTO 10
JOURNAL 218-1,2,3 PHOTO 20
First Semester
Journalism 101* ...............................................................3
Journalism 105 .................................................................3
Photography 10 ...............................................................3
Second Semester
Journalism 217-1 .............................................................2
Journalism 218-1 .............................................................3
Journalism 219-1 .............................................................1
Photography 7 ..................................................................3
Library Science 101 .........................................................1
Third Semester
Journalism 217-2 .............................................................2
Journalism 218-2 .............................................................3
Journalism 219-2 .............................................................1
Photography 20 ...............................................................4
Fourth Semester
Journalism 217-3 .............................................................2
Journalism 218-3 .............................................................3
Journalism 219-3 .............................................................1
Photography 46 ...............................................................3
Total ..............................................................38 units
*Suggested electives JOURNAL 185, 285; PHOTO 1, 34,
46, 50; ADM JUS 1, 2
JOURNALISM
Associate of Arts (AA-T)
(Program: 060200 State Code: 33155)
Completion of the Associate of Arts in Journalism for
Transfer degree prepares students for transfer to a Cali-
fornia State University under the provisions of SB 1440,
the Student Transfer Achievement Reform Act, and for
employment in the eld of Journalism. Students who
successfully complete this degree are guaranteed ad-
mission with junior status to the CSU system, but not to a
specic campus or major. The student will receive prior-
ity admission to the local CSU campus and to a program
or major that is similar to his or her community college
major or area of emphasis.
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
M. Completion of 60 semester units that are
eligible for transfer to the California State
University by completing the following:
1. The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the
California State University General
Education-Breadth
Requirements; and
2. A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the
CCC Chancellor's Ofce.
N. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of
2.0 or higher. Students completing this degree will
have satised the lower division major preparation
and transfer requirements for priority admission to
a local CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write, research and produce news stories for print
or broadcast.
2. Edit news stories for print, demonstrating mastery
of Associated Press style.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of converged media
techniques including online and broadcast news
writing.
4. Assemble a print portfolio of published news
articles and or photographs. Student may also collect
digital samples of converged media work product
such as online or Internet broadcast samples of work.
MAJOR: 6 COURSES | 18-20 UNITS | AA-T
JOURNAL 101 PHOTO 7
JOURNAL 105 PHOTO 10
JOURNAL 217-1,2,3 PHOTO 20
JOURNAL 218-1,2,3 PHOTO 46 LIB SCI 101
JOURNAL 219-1,2,3
Required Core (9 units):
Journalism 101 .................................................................3
Journalism 105 .................................................................3
Journalism 218-1 .............................................................3
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List A
SELECT 1 course (3 units) from the following:
Photography 20 ...............................................................4
Journalism 218-2 .............................................................3
List B
SELECT 2 courses (6 units) from the following:
Photography 10 ...............................................................3
Math 227 ...........................................................................4
Economics 1 or 2 .............................................................3
Communication Studies 104 ..........................................3
Photography 34 ...............................................................3
Total Major .............................................18 -20 units
KINESIOLOGY
Chair: Daniel Cowgill
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2660 | MG104
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Courses Only - No Degree/Certicate
LAW
Chair and Paralegal Program Director:
Wilhelm I. Vargas, J.D.
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2754 | HH 200H
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/law/in-
troparalegalstudies
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Paralegal Studies
The Paralegal Studies Program is approved by the
American Bar Association. It is offered by the Law
Department to students who are interested in working
in the legal eld. Paralegals assist attorneys in providing
legal services in civil and criminal matters. Paralegal
training is also valuable to persons seeking employment
in elds such as real estate, insurance, banking, or
brokerage. Employment of paralegals and legal assistants
is projected to grow 8 percent from 2014 to 2024, about
as fast as the average for all occupations. This occupation
attracts many applicants, and competition for jobs will
be strong. Experienced, formally trained paralegals with
strong computer and database management skills should
have the best job prospects. The paralegal program is
designed to provide students with high quality paralegal
training, and on-the-job experience through internships.
The paralegal program is exible and accommodates
day, evening, and weekend students.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
PARALEGAL STUDIES
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 140200 State Code: 02750)
According to California Business and Professions Code
section 6450, Paralegal means "a person who holds him
-
self or herself out to be a paralegal, who is qualied by ed-
ucation, training, or work experience, who either contracts
with or is employed by an attorney, law rm, corporation,
governmental agency, or other entity, and who performs
substantial legal work under the direction and supervision
of an active member of the State Bar of California, or an at
-
torney practicing law in the federal courts of this state, that
has been specically delegated by the attorney to him or
her. Paralegals may not provide legal services directly to
the public, except as permitted by law."
All paralegal students are welcome to join the on-
campus student club, the Martin Luther King Jr. Law
Society. All paralegal students are also encouraged to
be active in the Los Angeles Paralegal Association.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe the federal and California court systems
and be able to explain which court has jurisdiction
over a particular matter.
2. Prepare court documents in a professional and
competent manner and ascertain answers to legal
questions through thorough legal research.
3. Author legal writings that are clear, concise, and
grammatically correct.
MAJOR: 15 COURSES | 42 UNITS | AA
LAW 1 LAW 11 LAW 51 LIB SCI 101
LAW 2 LAW 12 CAOT 84 Plus 2 Electives
LAW 4 LAW 17 CAOT 93
LAW 10 LAW 19 COMM 101
First Semester
CAOT 84 - Keyboarding Operations ............................3
COMM 101 - Oral Communication I ............................3
LAW 10 - Introduction to Legal Assistant I ................... 3
LIB SCI 101 - Library Research Methods ......................1
Second Semester
LAW 1 - Business Law I ...................................................3
LAW 11 - Introduction to Legal Assistant II .................. 3
LAW 17 - Legal Writing ..................................................3
LAW 51 - Legal Research for Paralegals .......................3
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Third Semester
LAW 2 - Business Law II ..................................................3
LAW 12 - Tort Law and Claims Investigation ...............3
CAOT 93 - Legal Document Production ......................2
Paralegal Electives (see list below) ................................3
Fourth Semester
LAW 4 - Directed Field Work in Legal Assisting .......... 3
LAW 19 - Real Property ..................................................3
Paralegal Electives (see list below) ................................3
Total ..............................................................42 units
Paralegal General Electives:
Law 3, Civil Rights and the Law
Law 13, Wills Trusts, and Probate Administration
Law 18, Marriage and Family Law
Law 33, Law and the Media
Law 35, Immigration Law
Law 37, Bankruptcy
Law 38, Criminal Law
LEARNING SKILLS
Chair: Maryanne Des Vignes
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2770 | Life Sciences Bldg 2nd Fl
www.lacitycollege.edu/resource/learningskills/index.
html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Courses Only - No Degree/Certicate
LIBERAL ARTS
Please see the Counseling Department for
Information regarding the Interdisciplinary
Programs
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Liberal Arts - Social & Behavioral Sciences
Liberal Arts - Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Liberal Arts - Arts & Humanities
Liberal Arts - Performing & Visual Arts
The Liberal Arts degrees are designed for students
planning to transfer to a four year college/university,
including the California State University (CSU) and the
University of California (UC) system. These degrees
provide a well-rounded academic education in the
liberal arts and sciences.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
Social And Behavioral Sciences
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 490100 State Code: 19845)
These courses emphasize the perspective, concepts,
theories and methodologies found in the social and be-
havioral sciences. Students will study about themselves
and others as members of a larger society. This pattern
emphasizes the contributions and perspectives of men,
women and members of various ethnic and cultural
groups and a comparative perspective on both Western
and non-Western societies.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Communicate effectively, by means of listening,
speaking, reading, and writing.
2. Utilize contemporary information technology to
retrieve, process, and communicate information.
3. Apply critical thinking skills to solve problems, to
evaluate arguments, and to interpret information.
document meaningful research.
African American Studies 4, 5, 7
Anthropology 102, 103, 121, 151
Business 1
Chicano Studies 7, 8
Child Development 1, 11, 42
Communication Studies 121, 122
Computer Science 103
Economics 1, 2
Geography 2
History 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 11, 12, 13, 59, 73, 78, 81, 82, 86, 87
Journalism 105
Law 3, 7
Linguistics 2, 3
Political Science 1, 2, 7, 14, 19
Psychology 1, 13, 74
Sociology 1, 2, 11, 12, 32
Total ..............................................................18 units
Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 490200 State Code: 19844)
These courses emphasize the natural sciences which
examine the physical universe, its life forms, and its
natural phenomena. Courses in mathematics emphasize
the development of mathematical and quantitative
reasoning beyond the level of intermediate algebra.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Communicate effectively, by means of listening,
speaking, reading, and writing.
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2. Utilize contemporary information technology to
retrieve, process, and communicate information.
3. Apply critical thinking skills to solve problems, to
evaluate arguments, and to interpret information.
document meaningful research.
Anatomy 1
Anthropology 101
Astronomy 1, 5, 11
Biology 3, 6, 7, 25
Chemistry 60, 101, 102, 211, 212, 221
Earth Science 1
Geography 1,15
Geology 1, 6
Mathematics 215, 227, 230, 236, 240, 245, 260, 261,
262, 263, 270, 272, 275
Microbiology 1, 20
Oceanography 1
Physics 6, 7, 11, 12, 14, 21, 22, 101, 102, 103
Physiology 1
Psychology 2
Total ..............................................................18 units
Arts and Humanities
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 490310 State Code: 19843)
These courses bring together art, music, history, lit-
erature, and cultural studies. Students will interpret
the ways in which people through the ages in different
cultures have responded to themselves and the world
around them in artistic and cultural creation.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Communicate effectively, by means of listening,
speaking, reading, and writing.
2. Utilize contemporary information technology to
retrieve, process, and communicate information.
3. Apply critical thinking skills to solve problems, to
evaluate arguments, and to interpret information.
document meaningful research.
African American Studies 20, 60 (same as Music 135)
Art 201, 209, 501
Art History 103, 110, 120, 130, 139, 140, 151, 171
Chicano Studies 44
Cinema 3, 4, 18
Communication Studies 130
Dance Studies 805
English 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 208, 211, 212, 214, 215,
216, 218, 219, 239, 240, 252, 255, 270
Foreign Language all courses including American Sign
Language
History 3, 4, 7, 86, 87
Humanities 6, 8, 30, 31, 61
Linguistics 1
Music 101, 111,121, 122, 135 (same as African American
Studies 60), 200
Philosophy 1, 14, 20, 30, 32, 40
Photography 10, 17, 34
Political Science 5
Theater 100, 110, 338, 400
Total ..............................................................18 units
Performing and Visual Arts
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 490105 State Code: 30211)
These courses bring together the performing disciplines
of Art, Cinema/TV, Dance, Photography, Music, and
Theater. The students will demonstrate through
performance how these disciplines integrate and relate
to another. Students will be encouraged to work on
the interdisciplinary aspect in the 185 Directed Studies
through departmental collaborative projects.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Communicate effectively, by means of listening,
speaking, reading, and writing.
2. Utilize contemporary information technology to
retrieve, process, and communicate information.
3. Apply critical thinking skills to solve problems, to
evaluate arguments, and to interpret information.
document meaningful research.
A minimum of 18 units from at least 4 disciplines
below:
• Art 201, 501
• Cinema 2
• Dance Studies 185; 301or 302 or 303 or 304; Dance
Techniques 241 or 242 or 243 or 244; 141 or 142 or
143 or 144; 111 or 112 or 113 or 114; 121 or 122 or
123 or 124; Dance Specialties 311, 321, 331
• Music 185; 311 or 400 or 601 or 621; 501
• Photography 1, 7, 10, 46, 107
• Theater 200, 271, 225, 240, 300, 311, 313, 314, 315,
325, 336, 338, 416, 417
Recommended electives:
Art History 103, 110, 120, 130, 139, 140, 151,171
Cinema 3, 4, 18
Dance Studies 805
Music 111, 121, 122, 133, 135
Photography 34
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Theater 110, 400
Total ..............................................................18 units
LIBRARY SCIENCE
Chair: Barbara Vasquez
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2407 | LIB 114
http://library.lacitycollege.edu
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Courses Only - No Degree/Certicate
The mission of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Library is to
provide user-oriented quality services, instruction, and
resources to support the mission and goals of the Col-
lege and the curriculum, and the educational and re-
search / information competency needs of students,
faculty, staff, and administration.
The course offered gives students condence in doing
research using standard library resources as well as the
Internet.
MATHEMATICS
Chair: Kian Kaviani
(323) 953-4000 ext 2811 • JH 101H
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/math/
mathdept/index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Mathematics
Associate of Science (AS-T):
Mathematics
The LACC Mathematics Department offers classes from
Pre-Algebra to Advanced Calculus and Differential
Equations. Our students successfully transfer to
prestigious university programs including Cal State
Universities, UCLA, UC Berkley and other UC's, USC
and Cal Tech to name a few. And, LACC’s math team has
consistently placed in the top 5 out of nearly 200 colleges
in the National American Mathematics Association of
Two Year Colleges Competition in recent years.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
MATHEMATICS
Associate of Science Degree
(Program: 170100 State Code: 02754)
The curriculum shown below is designed to guide
students in the Mathematics major and to encourage
students to start courses in this major early in their college
career. By completing this curriculum, students will be
ready to compete in this major with other students at a
four-year college or university. Whether or not students
elect to receive the Associate of Science degree, the
courses listed below are those that will prepare them to
enter their transfer institutions fully prepared to pursue the
Mathematics major. Depending on your preparation, you
may need additional prerequisite courses before entering
this program.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
volumes bounded by functions.
2. Identify and graph the appropriate(logarithmic or
solid bounded by the graphs of equations of
surfaces, then evaluate the integral using multivariate
change of variables.
4. Find the four fundamental subspaces of the
of equations and relate these subspaces to the least
squares solution to the system of equations.
5. Given a higher order, linear differential equation,
the student will solve it by three methods: Laplace
Transform, method of eigenvalues, and solution by
series substitution.
MAJOR: 5 COURSES | 21 UNITS | AS
MATH 261 MATH 270
MATH 262 MATH 275
MATH 263
First Semester
Mathematics 261 ..............................................................5
Second Semester
Mathematics 262 ..............................................................5
Mathematics 270 ..............................................................3
Third Semester
Mathematics 263 ..............................................................5
Fourth Semester
Mathematics 275 ..............................................................3
Total ..............................................................21 units
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MATHEMATICS
Associate of Science (AS-T)
(Program: 170100 State Code: 33153)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
O. Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible
for transfer to the California State University by
completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California
State University General Education-Breadth
Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the CCC
Chancellor's Ofce.
P. Obtainment of a minimum grade point
average of 2.0 or higher. Students completing
this degree will have satised the lower division
major preparation and transfer requirements
for priority admission consideration to a local
CSU campus.
MAJOR: 5 COURSES | 21 UNITS | AS-T
MATH 261 MATH 270
MATH 262 MATH 275
MATH 263
Required Core (15 units):
MATH 261 .........................................................................5
MATH 262 .........................................................................5
MATH 263 .........................................................................5
List A
SELECT 2 courses (6 units) from the following:
MATH 275 .........................................................................3
MATH 270 .........................................................................3
Total Major ...................................................21 units
MUSIC
Chair: Christine Park
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2880 | CH110
http://music.lacitycollege.edu
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Music
Associate of Arts (AA-T):
Music
Certicates of Achievement:
Instrumental Performer
Music Technology
Orchestrator/Arranger
Vocal Performer
Skills Certicates:
Instrumental Performer:
Brass (Level 1 - 4)
Guitar (Level 1 - 4)
Percussion (Level 1 - 4)
Strings (Level 1 - 4)
Woodwinds (Level 1 - 4)
Music Technology (Level 1 - 4)
Orchestrator/Arranger (Level 1 - 4)
Vocal Performer (Level 1 - 4)
The LACC Music Department offers the highest quality
music courses, designed for students seeking a variety
of educational goals. Our faculty members are dedicated
teachers who are active in the music industry as arrangers,
copyists, composers, theorists, sound engineers and
performers who play and sing regularly as soloists and
with professional ensembles.
Students have a variety of performance opportunities,
giving public concerts in Commercial and Classical
Voice, Piano and Chamber Ensemble, Choir, Orchestra,
Percussion Ensemble, Guitar Ensemble and our famous
Studio Jazz Band. In addition to being performers,
music majors enter such elds as Recording Industry
(Producing, Engineering, Arranging); Television and Radio
(Program Director, Music Licensing); Music Technology
(Sound Editor); Composing (Commercial Jingles, TV/Film);
Conducting; Music Business (Music Distributor, Marketing);
Music Education; Music Librarian; Music Publishing (Music
Editor, Copyrights); Music Therapy; Music Communications
(Publisher, Reporter); Instrument Making and Repair and
more.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
MUSIC
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 100400 State Code: 02736)
Students will select additional Music courses needed
for prociency in particular performance areas,
composition, and orchestration and arranging. It is
strongly recommended that a student also consider
taking Applied Music in his/her primary performance
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area. All students should consult with the Music
Department for assistance in arranging their program.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write, recognize, and utilize the fundamental
aspects and principles of music, including music
theory, notation, and form.
2. Sight-sing and dictate rhythms and diatonic and
chromatic melodies in various meters.
3. Play scales and repertoire demonstrating level IV
piano prociency.
4. Communicate in writing viewpoints on current
musical trends and performance practice, using
proper terminology from selected time period.
5. Perform on their chosen instrument in public as a
soloist or in an ensemble.
MAJOR + ELECTIVES: 20+ COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
MUSIC 152-1 MUSIC 203 MUSIC 314
MUSIC 152-2 MUSIC 217-2 MUSIC 111, 121, 122, or 135
MUSIC 152-3 MUSIC 218-2 PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLE
MUSIC 152-4 MUSIC 219-2 ELECTIVES
MUSIC 200 MUSIC 311
MUSIC 201 MUSIC 312
MUSIC 202 MUSIC 313
First Semester
Music 152-1 ......................................................................1
Music 200 ..........................................................................4
Music 311 (or more advanced level) .............................1
Performance Ensemble (See Below)* ............................1
Second Semester
Music 152-2 ......................................................................1
Music 201 ..........................................................................3
Music 217-2 ......................................................................1
Music 312 (or more advanced level). ............................1
Performance Ensemble (See Below)* ............................1
Third Semester
Music 111 or 121 or 122 or 135 .....................................3
Music 152-3 ......................................................................1
Music 202 ..........................................................................3
Music 218-2 ......................................................................1
Music 313 (or more advanced level) .............................1
Performance Ensemble (See Below)* ............................1
Fourth Semester
Music 152-4 ......................................................................1
Music 203 .........................................................................3
Music 219-2 .....................................................................1
Music 314 (or more advanced level) .............................1
Performance Ensemble (See Below)* ............................1
Electives ............................................................................5
Total ..............................................................36 units
*The Performance Ensemble requirement may be satised
by enrollment in and satisfactory completion of any of the
following courses: Music 501, 531, 561, 705, 711, 725,
751, 765, 771, 781. It is also strongly recommended that
students consider auditioning for Applied Music in their
primary performance area while at LACC.
MUSIC
Associate in Art for Transfer option (AA-T)
(Program: 100400 State Code: 32496)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
Q. Completion of 60 semester units that are
eligible for transfer to the California State
University by completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the
California State University General
Education-Breadth Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the
CCC Chancellor's Ofce.
R. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average
of 2.0 or higher. Students completing this
degree will have satised the lower division
major preparation and transfer requirements for
priority admission consideration to a local
CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write, recognize, and utilize the fundamental
aspects and principles of music, including music
theory, notation, and form.
2. Recognize and understand patterns and forms in
musical examples from a variety of time periods
and genres.
3. Play or sing stylistically appropriate music from
memory with precise rhythm, correct pitches, and
accurate intonation.
4. Participate in ensembles.
MAJOR: 15 COURSES | 22 UNITS | AA-T
MUSIC 200, 201, 202, 203, 217-2, 218-2, 219-2, 181,
182, 183, 184
Select four courses: MUSIC 501, 531, 561, 705, 711,
725, 751, 765, 771, 781
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REQUIRED CORE:
MUSIC 200* .....................................................................4
MUSIC 201 ....................................................................... 3
MUSIC 202 ........................................................................ 3
MUSIC 203 ........................................................................ 3
MUSIC 217-2 ....................................................................1
MUSIC 218-2 ..................................................................1
MUSIC 219-2 ....................................................................1
MUSIC 181, 182, 183 and 184 .......................................2
Choose from below: (1 unit each semester): ...............4
Music 501, 531, 561, 705, 711, 725, 751, 765, 771, 781
TOTAL MAJOR .............................................22 units
*Can take this course more than once
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
The Commercial Music Certicate curriculum has been
designed to provide the student with means to acquire
valuable knowledge, expertise, and marketable skills
with which to obtain employment in the following areas:
Instrumental Performer:
• Brass
• Guitar
• Percussion
• Piano
• Strings
• Woodwinds
Music Technology
Orchestrator/Arranger
Vocal Performer
Each certicate is made up of four skill levels. A Skills
Certicate will be awarded by the Music Department
upon application by the student to the Department show
-
ing satisfactory completion of the requirements for each
level. A Music Certicate of Achievement will be awarded
by the Music Department to a student who has successful
-
ly completed all four levels required for a given specialty.
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / BRASS
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 100500 State Code: 10777)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write chords, harmonize melodies, and sing and
dictate melodies featuring some chromaticism.
2. Perform assigned brass technical exercises and
repertoire with appropriate technique and
musicality, and perform with ensembles in a public setting.
3. Demonstrate basic commercial piano techniques.
4. Use computers to produce electronic music and
prepare music scores.
5. Complete writing assignments on the music industry
and about professional concerts at an intermediate
level of English.
LEVEL I:
Music 152-1 ......................................................................1
Music 200 ..........................................................................4
Music 241 ..........................................................................1
Music 311* ........................................................................ 1
Music 601** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble 1
(Select from Music 501, 531, 711, 725, 751, 781)
Music Electives .................................................................2
LEVEL II:
Music 152-2 ......................................................................1
Music 161 ..........................................................................3
Music 201 ..........................................................................3
Music 217-2 ......................................................................1
Music 312* ........................................................................ 1
Music 602** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 781)
LEVEL III:
Music 152-3 ......................................................................1
Music 202 ..........................................................................3
Music 218-2 ......................................................................1
Music 313* ........................................................................ 1
Music 603** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 725, 751, 781)
Music Electives .................................................................2
LEVEL IV:
Music 152-4 ......................................................................1
Music 251-1 ......................................................................1
Music 361-1 ......................................................................2
English 28*** ....................................................................3
Music 604 ..........................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 725, 751, 781)
Music 137 or Law 33 ........................................................3
Total ..............................................................48 units
*Or more advanced piano level determined by
fulllment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
**Or more advanced Brass level determined by
fulllment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
***If English 28 requirement is met by a higher
placement determined by the College Assessment, the
English requirement is fullled.
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INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / GUITAR
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 100500 State Code: 10777)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write chords, harmonize melodies, and sing and
dictate melodies featuring some chromaticism.
2. Perform assigned guitar technical exercises and
repertoire with appropriate technique and
musicality, and perform with ensembles in a
public setting.
3. Demonstrate basic commercial piano techniques.
4. Use computers to produce electronic music and
prepare music scores.
5. Complete writing assignments on the music
industry and about professional concerts at an
intermediate level of English.
LEVEL I:
Music 152-1 ......................................................................1
Music 200 ..........................................................................4
Music 241 ..........................................................................1
Music 311* ........................................................................ 1
Music 650** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 501, 531, 711, 725, 771, 781)
Music Electives .................................................................2
LEVEL II:
Music 152-2 ......................................................................1
Music 161 ..........................................................................3
Music 201 ..........................................................................3
Music 217-2 ......................................................................1
Music 312* ........................................................................ 1
Music 651** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 711, 725, 771, 781)
LEVEL III:
Music 152-3 ......................................................................1
Music 202 ...........................................................................3
Music 218-2 ......................................................................1
Music 313* ........................................................................ 1
Music 652** ......................................................................2
Music 670 ..........................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 711, 725, 771, 781)
LEVEL IV:
Music 152-4 ......................................................................1
Music 251-1 ......................................................................1
Music 361-1 ......................................................................2
Music 653** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 711, 725, 771, 781)
English 28*** ....................................................................3
Music 137 or Law 33 ........................................................3
Total ..............................................................48 units
*Or more advanced piano level determined by fulllment
of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
**Or more advanced Guitar level determined by
fulllment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
***If English 28 requirement is met by a higher placement
determined by the College Assessment, the English
requirement is fullled
.
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / PERCUSSION
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 100500 State Code: 10777)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write chords, harmonize melodies, and sing and
dictate melodies featuring some chromaticism.
2. Perform assigned percussion technical exercises
and repertoire with appropriate technique and
musicality, and perform with ensembles in a
public setting.
3. Demonstrate basic commercial piano techniques.
4. Use computers to produce electronic music and
prepare music scores.
5. Complete writing assignments on the music
industry and about professional concerts at an
intermediate level of English.
LEVEL I:
Music 152-1 ......................................................................1
Music 200 ..........................................................................4
Music 241 ..........................................................................1
Music 311* ........................................................................ 1
Music 631** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 501, 531, 711, 725, 751, 765, 781)
Music Electives ....................................................... 2 units
LEVEL II:
Music 152-2 ......................................................................1
Music 161 ..........................................................................3
Music 201 ..........................................................................3
Music 217-2 ......................................................................1
Music 312* ........................................................................ 1
Music 632** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 765, 781)
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LEVEL III:
Music 152-3 ......................................................................1
Music 202 ..........................................................................3
Music 218-2 ......................................................................1
Music 313* ........................................................................ 1
Music 633** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 765, 781)
Music Electives .................................................................2
LEVEL IV:
Music 152-4 ......................................................................1
Music 251-1 ......................................................................1
Music 361-1 ......................................................................2
English 28*** ....................................................................3
Music 634 ..........................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 765, 781)
Music 137 or Law 33 ........................................................3
Total ..............................................................48 units
*Or more advanced piano level determined by fulll-
ment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
**Or more advanced Percussion level determined by
fulllment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
*** If English 28 requirement is met by a higher place-
ment determined by the College Assessment, the Eng-
lish requirement is fullled.
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / PIANO
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 100500 State Code: 10777)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write chords, harmonize melodies, and sing and
dictate melodies featuring some chromaticism.
2. Perform assigned piano technical exercises and
repertoire with appropriate technique. and
musicality, and perform with ensembles in a
public setting.
3. Demonstrate basic commercial piano techniques.
4. Use computers to produce electronic music and
prepare music scores.
5. Complete writing assignments on the music
industry and about professional concerts at an
intermediate level of English.
LEVEL I:
Music 152-1 ......................................................................1
Music 200 ..........................................................................4
Music 241 ..........................................................................1
Music 311* ........................................................................ 1
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
Music Electives .................................................................4
LEVEL II:
Music 152-2 ......................................................................1
Music 161 ..........................................................................3
Music 201 ..........................................................................3
Music 217-2 ......................................................................1
Music 312* ........................................................................ 1
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
Music Elective ...................................................................1
LEVEL III:
Music 152-3 ......................................................................1
Music 202 ..........................................................................3
Music 218-2 ......................................................................1
Music 313* ........................................................................ 1
Music 361-1 ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
Music Electives .................................................................2
LEVEL IV:
Music 152-4 ......................................................................1
Music 251-1 ......................................................................1
Music 361-2 ......................................................................2
English 28*** ....................................................................3
Music Electives .................................................................1
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
Music 137 or Law 33 ........................................................3
Total ..............................................................46 units
* Or more advanced piano level determined by fulll-
ment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
** Select from any of the following: 501, 531, 561, 705,
711, 725, 751, 765, 771, 781.
*** If English 28 requirement is met by a higher place-
ment determined by the College Assessment, the Eng-
lish requirement is fullled.
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / STRINGS
Certificate of Achievement
(Program: 100500 State Code: 10777)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write chords, harmonize melodies, and sing and
dictate melodies featuring some chromaticism.
2. Perform assigned strings technical exercises and
repertoire with appropriate technique and
musicality, and perform with ensembles in a
public setting.
3. Demonstrate basic commercial piano techniques.
4. Use computers to produce electronic music and
prepare music scores.
5. Complete writing assignments on the music
industry and about professional concerts at an
intermediate level of English.
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LEVEL I:
Music 152-1 ......................................................................1
Music 200 ..........................................................................4
Music 241 ..........................................................................1
Music 311* ........................................................................ 1
Music 611** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 501, 531, 705, 711, 725, 781)
Music Electives .................................................................2
LEVEL II:
Music 152-2 ......................................................................1
Music 161 ..........................................................................3
Music 201 ..........................................................................3
Music 217-2 ......................................................................1
Music 312* ........................................................................ 1
Music 612** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 705, 711, 725, 781)
LEVEL III:
Music 152-3 .....................................................................1
Music 202 ..........................................................................3
Music 218-2 ......................................................................1
Music 313* ........................................................................ 1
Music 613** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 705, 711, 725, 781)
Music Electives .................................................................2
LEVEL IV:
Music 152-4 ......................................................................1
Music 251-1 ......................................................................1
Music 261-1 ......................................................................2
English 28*** ....................................................................3
Music 614 ..........................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 705, 711, 725, 781)
Music 137 or Law 33 ........................................................3
Total ..............................................................48 units
*Or more advanced piano level determined by fulllment
of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
**Or more advanced String level determined by fulllment
of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
***If English 28 requirement is met by a higher placement
determined by the College Assessment, the English
requirement is fullled.
INSTRUMENTAL PERFORMER / WOODWINDS
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 100500 State Code: 10777)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write chords, harmonize melodies, and sing and
dictate melodies featuring some chromaticism.
2. Perform assigned woodwind technical exercises
and repertoire with appropriate technique and
musicality,and perform with ensembles in a
public
setting.
3. Demonstrate basic commercial piano techniques.
4. Use computers to produce electronic music and
prepare music scores.
5.
Complete writing assignments on the music industry
and about professional concerts at an intermediate
level of English.
LEVEL I:
Music 152-1 ......................................................................1
Music 200 ..........................................................................4
Music 241 ..........................................................................1
Music 311* ........................................................................ 1
Music 621** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 501, 531, 711, 725, 751, 781)
Music Electives .................................................................2
LEVEL II:
Music 152-2 ......................................................................1
Music 161 ..........................................................................3
Music 201 ..........................................................................3
Music 217-2 ......................................................................1
Music 312* ........................................................................ 1
Music 622** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 781)
LEVEL III:
Music 152-3 ......................................................................1
Music 202 ..........................................................................3
Music 218-2 ......................................................................1
Music 313* ........................................................................ 1
Music 623** ......................................................................2
Performance Ensemble .................................................. 1
(Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 781)
Music Electives .................................................................2
LEVEL IV:
Music 152-4 ......................................................................1
Music 251-1 ......................................................................1
Music 261-1 ......................................................................2
English 28*** ....................................................................3
Music 624 ..........................................................................2
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 711, 725, 751, 781)
Music 137 or Law 33 ........................................................3
Total ..............................................................48 units
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*Or more advanced piano level determined by
fulllment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
**Or more advanced Woodwind level determined by
fulllment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
***If English 28 requirement is met by a higher
placement determined by the College Assessment, the
English requirement is fullled.
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
Skills Certicate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Recognize, write, identify aurally, and perform basic
music notation.
2. Perform assigned level technical exercises and
repertoire on the piano.
3.
Create a publisher-quality computer generated score.
4. Listen to live music and describe the styles and
time period of the music heard, the names of the
instruments, and their timbres.
5. Produce and record an original electronic music
composition.
LEVEL I:
Music 152-1 ......................................................................1
Music 161 ..........................................................................3
Music 200 ..........................................................................4
Music 241 ..........................................................................1
Music 311* ........................................................................ 1
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
Music Elective ...................................................................1
LEVEL II:
Music 152-2 ......................................................................1
Music 201 ..........................................................................3
Music 217-2 ......................................................................1
Music 261 ..........................................................................3
Music 312* ........................................................................ 1
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
Music Elective ...................................................................1
LEVEL III:
Music 152-3 ......................................................................1
Music 202 ..........................................................................3
Music 218-2 ......................................................................1
Music 291 ..........................................................................2
English 28*** ....................................................................3
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
LEVEL IV:
Music 152-4 ......................................................................3
Music 251-1 ......................................................................1
Music 361-1 ......................................................................2
Music 281 ..........................................................................3
Music 292 ..........................................................................2
Music 137 or Law 33 ........................................................3
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
Music Elective ...................................................................1
Total ..............................................................47 units
*Or more advanced piano level determined by fulll-
ment of prerequisite or departmental audition.
**Select from 501, 531,561, 705, 711, 725, 751, 765,
771, 765, 771, 781.
***If English 28 requirement is met by a higher
placement determined by the College Assessment, the
English requirement is fullled.
ORCHESTRATOR/ARRANGER
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 100502 State Code: 02737)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write chords, harmonize melodies, and sing and
dictate melodies featuring some chromaticism.
2. Perform assigned instrumental technical exercises
and repertoire with appropriate technique and
musicality, with solos in a classroom and ensembles
in a public setting.
3. Arrange commercial songs and write idiomatically
and effectively for standard combinations of
orchestral
instruments.
4. Use computers to produce electronic music and
prepare music scores.
5. Complete writing assignments on the music
industry and about professional concerts at an
intermediate level of English.
LEVEL I:
Music 152-1 ......................................................................1
Music 200 ..........................................................................4
Music 241 ..........................................................................1
Music 311* ........................................................................ 1
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
Instrumental Instruction ..................................................2
(Select from Music 601, 611, 621, 631)
Music Electives .................................................................2
LEVEL II:
Music 152 -2 .....................................................................1
Music 161 ..........................................................................3
Music 201 ..........................................................................3
Music 217-2 ......................................................................1
Music 312 ..........................................................................1
Instrumental Instruction ..................................................2
(Select from Music 601, 611, 621, 631)
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
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LEVEL III:
Music 152-3 ......................................................................1
Music 202 ..........................................................................3
Music 218-2 .....................................................................1
Music 313* ........................................................................ 1
Instrumental Instruction .................................................2
(Select from Music 601, 611, 621, 631)
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
Music 137 or Law 33 ........................................................3
LEVEL IV:
Music 152-4 ......................................................................1
Music 251-1 ......................................................................1
Music 364-1 ......................................................................2
Music 231 ..........................................................................3
English 28*** ....................................................................3
Instrumental Instruction .................................................2
(Select from Music 601, 611, 621, 631)
Performance Ensemble**................................................1
Total ..............................................................49 units
*Or more advanced piano level determined by fulll-
ment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
**Select from 501, 711, 725, 751, 765, 771, 781.
***If English 28 requirement is met by a higher place-
ment determined by the College Assessment, the Eng-
lish requirement is fullled.
VOCAL PERFORMER
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 100501 State Code: 10778)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Write chords, harmonize melodies, and sing and
dictate melodies featuring some chromaticism.
2. Perform assigned vocal technical exercises and
repertoire with appropriate technique and musicality,
and sing with ensembles in a public setting.
3. Demonstrate basic commercial piano techniques.
4. Use computers to produce electronic music and
prepare music scores.
5. Complete writing assignments on the music
industry and about professional concerts at an
intermediate level of English.
LEVEL I:
Music 152-1 ......................................................................1
Music 200 ..........................................................................4
Music 241 ..........................................................................1
Music 311* ........................................................................ 1
Music 400** ......................................................................1
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 501, 531, 561)
Music Electives .................................................................3
LEVEL II:
Music 152-2 ......................................................................1
Music 161 ..........................................................................3
Music 201 ..........................................................................3
Music 217-2 ......................................................................1
Music 312* ........................................................................ 1
Music 431** ......................................................................1
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 501, 531, 561)
LEVEL III:
Music 152-3 ......................................................................1
Music 202 ..........................................................................3
Music 218-2 ......................................................................1
Music 313* ........................................................................ 1
Music 432** ......................................................................1
Performance Ensemble .................................................. 1
(Select from Music 501, 531,561)
Music 137 or Law 33 ........................................................3
LEVEL IV:
Music 152-4 ......................................................................1
Music 251-1 ......................................................................1
Music 361-1 ......................................................................2
English 28*** ....................................................................3
Music 433 ..........................................................................1
Performance Ensemble ................................................... 1
(Select from Music 501, 561)
Music Electives .................................................................3
Total ............................................................. 46 units
*Or more advanced piano level determined by
fulllment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
**Or more advanced voice level determined by
fulllment of prerequisite or by departmental audition.
***If English 28 requirement is met by a higher
placement determined by the College Assessment, the
English requirement is fullled.
NURSING
Director: Christiana Baskaran
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2065 | SCI TECH 218
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/
nursing/index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Nursing, Registered
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
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REGISTERED NURSING
Associate of Science Degree
(Program: 12010 State Code: 14274)
Los Angeles City College accepts 20-40 students for
enrollment every Fall and Spring. Should the number
of qualied applicants exceed the number of available
openings, a simple lottery will be implemented.
The Associate Degree program is a 2-year full-time
program that includes theory and clinical courses over
4 days a week. Clinical experiences will include the
opportunity for students to participate in nursing
care and treatments of clients in hospitals and other
health care facilities. Once admitted, this program is
designed to be completed in four semesters for non-
licensed candidates.
NCLEX-RN Exam
Students will be eligible to apply for and take the NCLEX-
RN examination upon graduation. The Board of Regis-
tered Nursing may deny licensure on such grounds as:
being convicted of crime, acts of dishonesty, fraud or
deceit, etc. Persons impaired by alcohol, drug abuse
and emotional illness are expected to voluntarily seek
diagnosis and treatment for any suspected illness.
Prerequisites for Admissions to Program:
Satisfactory “cut score” of 80 or higher based on the
Chancellor’s validation study. Completion of the follow-
ing prerequisites with a minimum grade point average
of 2.0 and no grade less than “C”:
• Anatomy 1 (Human Anatomy with lab)
• Physiology 1 (Human Physiology with lab)
• Microbiology 1 or 20 (Microbiology with lab)
• Chemistry 60 (or Completion of 1 year of High
School Chemistry with a lab)
• English 101 (College Reading and Composition)
• Math 115 (Elementary Algebra)
• Psychology 1 (General Psychology)
• Psychology 41(Life Span Psychology)
It is highly recommended that the following co-requisites
/ graduation requirements be completed prior to entry
into the Registered Nursing Program. Those courses
that have not been satisfactorily completed will need to
be completed during the 4 semesters of the Registered
Nursing program. It is the student’s responsibility to
complete the following courses prior to graduation and
take the NCLEX-RN examination.
• Sociology 1 or Anthropology 102
• Communication Studies 101 or 121
• 3 units of American Institutions
• 3 units of Humanities
• 1 unit of P.E.
Additional Requirements of the RN Program for
graduation:
• Math 125 or higher is required for graduation.
• Graduation from an accredited U.S. High School or
equivalent or graduation from an accredited U.S.
College or university or equivalent.
• If students received their high school diploma from
a foreign country and/or are requested equivalency
of foreign college credits to fulll prerequisites, the
transcripts must be evaluated for equivalency by an
LACC approved agency.
• Students must also meet health and other
requirements mandated by the program and afliating
hospitals and/or clinical prior to entry.
• Satisfactory score on the admission assessment test
(contact Nursing Department for details).
• Completion of all of the graduation requirements
of LACC.
• Satisfactory “cut score” of 80 or higher based on the
Chancellor’s Validation Study.
Please note: The information presented may be updated
or modied subject to district, state and/or BRN
requests. Please contact the Nursing Department and visit
our website at: http://www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/
departments/nursing/index.html
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Utilize the nursing process as a basis for decisions
in the planning and implementation for nursing
care across the lifespan to a diverse population.
2. Apply critical thinking to make decisions and
provide safe patient care.
3. Demonstrates effective communication skills in the
provision of care across the lifespan.
4. Function within the scope of practice and standards
of care of the California Board of Registered Nursing
and Nurse Practice Act.
MAJOR CORE: 11 COURSES | 38 UNITS | AS
NRSGREG 103 NRSGREG 107 NRSGREG 111
NRSGREG 104 NRSGREG 108 NRSGREG 116
NRSGREG 105 NRSGREG 109 NRSGREG 117
NRSGREG 106 NRSGREG 110
First Semester
NRSGREG 103 .................................................................. 1
NRSGREG 104 .................................................................. 4
NRSGREG 105 .................................................................. 5
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NRSGREG 115 (Elective Highly Recommended) ........ 1
Second Semester
NRSGREG 106 .................................................................. 4
NRSGREG 107 .................................................................. 4
NRSGREG 116 .................................................................. 1
Third Semester
NRSGREG 108 .................................................................. 4
NRSGREG 109 ................................................................. 5
NRSGREG 117 ................................................................. 1
Fourth Semester
NRSGREG 110 ................................................................. 5
NRSGREG 111 ................................................................. 4
Total Required ..............................................38 units
Total (Including Elective) ..............................39 units
PHILOSOPHY
Chair: Julio Torres
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2763 | HH200
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Courses Only - No Degree/Certicate
Too often when we hear “philosophy” the thought of
old statues and ancient writings comes to mind. In fact,
philosophy is alive and well and critical to our every-
day decision making and the decisions made by busi-
ness, religious institutions and governments around the
world. Additionally, examining the principles of philoso-
phy helps in becoming a more ethical and organized
thinker. These skills are critical for future managers. The
logic skills gained can benet anyone and especially as-
piring lawyers who will need to present well structured
arguments.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Vice Chair: Daniel Marlos
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2835
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/med-
arts/photo/index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Applied Photography
Certicates of Achievement:
Photography - Commercial
Photography - Digital
Photography - Photojournalism
Skills Certicate:
Photography Darkroom
Digital Photography
The LACC program is nationally recognized as one
of the most outstanding of its kind. Many LACC
Photography majors become employed in the industry
either during or after completion of the degree program.
Students interested in photography as a hobby or
because it relates to their career goals (e.g. journalism,
public relations, art, real estate, business, cinema, etc.)
will also benet greatly from our class offerings.
HEALTH ADVISORY FOR PHOTOGRAPHY
Because students enrolled in the Photography program
are required to precisely mix photographic chemicals,
some of which are toxic, it is advisable that a student be able
to clearly understand oral instructions and reading materials
that are distributed in class and lab. Consequently, it is
advisable for students to possess reading comprehension
at the English 28 level or higher.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 101200 State Code: 08235)
This curriculum will prepare you for a career in profession-
al photography, as a photographer and/or photographic
laboratory technician. Training includes lighting, design
and professional techniques of color and black and white
photography for various publication media, advertising,
portraiture and display, using a wide variety of materials
and techniques and state of the art equipment including
digital cameras, inkjet printers and scanners. Students
will be introduced to computer digital imaging technol
-
ogy, including instruction in Adobe Photoshop tech-
niques, and Internet website design classes.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Make informed decisions regarding the proper
selection of equipment and materials,including
and print formats based upon the needs of
individual photographic assignments.
locations, subject matter, natural lighting
techniques and composition based on particular
photographic assignments.
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3. Accurately calculate proper exposure in camera,
including selection of appropriate shutter speeds
and apertures with the use of a light meter, and
properly calculate development times and printing
photographic assignments.
4. Produce a cohesive body of work as a portfolio, that
demonstrates personal style, aesthetic awareness
5. Understand the concepts and professional lighting
techniques in the studio and on location.
MAJOR CORE + ELECTIVES: 36 UNITS | AA
PHOTO 1 PLUS 27 UNITS OF ELECTIVES
PHOTO 10
REQUIRED
Photography 1 ..................................................................6
Photography 10 ...............................................................3
Total ................................................................ 9 units
*To enroll in Photography 1, you must complete Photog-
raphy 10 or get approval of 10 or more samples of your
black and white work, by the instructor.
Choose 27 required electives from the following:
Art 201, 204, Cinema 1, 2, CAOT 31, Journalism 101,
Law 1, Photography 3, 6, 7, 15, 20, 22, 33, 34, 46, 49,
50, 107.
Total ..............................................................36 units
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
A certicate in Commercial, or Freelance, Photography
will be issued by the Media Arts Department upon ap-
plication of the student with the department upon suc-
cessful completion of the courses listed above with a
satisfactory grade.
OPTION A: PHOTOGRAPHY
Commercial
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 101200 State Code: 02740)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
2. Apply camera manipulation techniques to illustrate
properly corrected architecturalperspective.
3. Demonstrate studio camera use.
4. Use Photoshop to construct advanced digitized
images by manipulation.
5. Create portfolio and presentation, self-promotion
and advertising.
REQUIRED
Photography 1 ..................................................................6
Photography 3 ..................................................................6
Photography 6 ..................................................................3
Photography 7 ..................................................................3
Photography 10 ...............................................................3
Photography 15 ...............................................................3
Photography 46 ..............................................................3
Photography 49 ...............................................................6
Photography 107 .............................................................3
Total ..............................................................36 units
OPTION B: PHOTOGRAPHY
Digital
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 101201 State Code: 10780)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Operate a digital SLR camera using advanced
functions.
2. Identify and correct color balance and contrast in
3. Use the tools in Adobe Raw Processor to correctly
4. Organize Retouching, Repairing and Enhancement
of images.
5. Demonstrate proper technique when operating
REQUIRED
Photography 7 ..................................................................3
Photography 15 ...............................................................3
Photography 46 ..............................................................3
Photography 49 ...............................................................6
Photography 107 .............................................................3
Total ..............................................................18 units
OPTION C: PHOTOGRAPHY
Photojournalism
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 101202 State Code: 10781)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate the advanced operations of a digital
SLR camera in program mode.
2. Identify and correct color balance and contrast in
3. Organize images in a searchable archive using
Adobe Bridge.
4. Recognize and evaluate the elements of news
photography.
5. Crop and size photos for newspaper publication.
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REQUIRED CORE
Photography 7 ..................................................................3
Photography 20 ...............................................................4
Photography 46 ...............................................................3
Photography 107 .............................................................3
Sub-Total .......................................................13 units
Select 5 units from the following:
Journalism 217-1 .............................................................2
Journalism 217-2 .............................................................2
Journalism 218-1 .............................................................3
Journalism 218-2 .............................................................3
Journalism 219-1 .............................................................1
Journalism 219-2 .............................................................1
Journalism 219-3 .............................................................1
Journalism 185 .................................................................1
Journalism 285 .................................................................2
Photography 10 ...............................................................3
Total ..............................................................18 units
PHOTOGRAPHY DARKROOM
Skills Certicate
Upon earning a Photography Darkroom Skills Certicate,
the student will acquire a basic understanding of lm
development and printing as well as to acquire the
necessary skills to take more advanced photography classes
that can lead to a Commercial Photography Certicate of
Achievement or an AA in Applied Photography.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Calculate the appropriate shutter speed and
aperture to produce correct negative exposure and
to produce desired visual characteristics.
2.
Develop negative correctly to optimize image quality.
3. Apply aesthetic concepts and compositional
principals to create powerful and interesting
photographs.
by producing photographic prints with a wide
tonal scale.
5. Operate studio hot lights correctly by controlling
shadow and highlight detail while producing
photographs in the studio.
REQUIRED
Photography 1 ..................................................................6
Photography 10 ...............................................................3
Total ................................................................ 9 units
DIGITAL PHOTOGAPHY
Skills Certicate
Upon earning a Digital Photography Skills Certicate, the
student will acquire the necessary basic digital skills to
take more advanced photography classes that can lead
to a Certicate of Achievement in Digital Photography,
Freelance Photography, and Commercial Photography;
or an AA in Applied Photography.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Calculate the appropriate shutter speed and
and to produce desired visual characteristics.
2. Calculate camera settings correctly to account for
variations in lighting quality and color temperature.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of
Adobe Photoshop tool box.
4. Manipulate adjustment layers in Adobe.
5. Photoshop to optimize image quality and produce
desired results using features including the histogram.
imperfections in images and subject matter.
printer, including an understanding of color space
8. Operate studio hot lights correctly by controlling
shadow and highlight detail while producing
digital images in the studio.
REQUIRED
Photography 7 ..................................................................3
Photography 46 ...............................................................3
Photography 107 .............................................................3
Total ................................................................ 9 units
PHYSICS / ASTRONOMY
Chair: Jayesh Bhakta
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2923 | SCI 222D
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/physics/
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Physics
Associate of Science (AS-T)
Physics
Other Courses:
Astronomy
Studying physics will help you develop an understanding
and appreciation of the physical world and prepare you
for further work in science, engineering, medical and
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technical elds. The LACC Physics department offers
classes for science and engineering majors, as well as
classes and labs for non-science majors which meet
transfer requirements. In addition to modern equipment,
the department offers research experiences at Cal State
LA and JPL (Jet Propulsion Laboratory), access to an on-
campus observatory and computer controlled telescopes,
and “Star Parties”--special astronomy eld trips.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
PHYSICS
Associate of Science Degree
(Program: 190200 State Code: 02755)
All of the physics and mathematics courses listed here are
prerequisites for upper division physics and mathematics
courses for physics majors. Courses not completed at
LACC must be taken at the university before entry into the
upper division major program.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Comprehend the core concepts and principles of
classical and modern physics.
2. Recognize the interrelationships between the
various principles of physics as well as recognizing
the coherence of the entire subject.
physics experiments, and to analyze and interpret
the data obtained.
4. Solve problems using a systematic approach, test
the correctness of solutions, and interpret results in
terms of the physical reality they represent.
5. Utilize computer applications for data acquisition,
presentation and analysis.
MAJOR: 9 COURSES | 43 UNITS | AS
PHYSICS 101 MATH 261 CHEM 101
PHYSICS 102 MATH 262 CHEM 102
PHYSICS 103 MATH 263
MATH 275
First Semester
Mathematics 261 ..............................................................5
Second Semester
Physics 101 .......................................................................5
Mathematics 262 ..............................................................5
Chemistry 101 ..................................................................5
Third Semester
Physics 102 .......................................................................5
Mathematics 263 ..............................................................5
Mathematics 275 ..............................................................3
Fourth Semester
Physics 103 .......................................................................5
Chemistry 102 ..................................................................5
Total ..............................................................43 units
PHYSICS
Associate of Science (AS-T)
(Program: 190200 State Code: 33154)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
S. Completion of 60 semester units that are
eligible for transfer to the California State
University by completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California
State University General Education-Breadth
Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the CCC
Chancellor's Ofce.
T. Obtainment of a minimum grade point
average of 2.0 or higher. Students completing
this degree will have satised the lower division
major preparation and transfer requirements for
priority admission consideration to a local
CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Comprehend the core concepts and principles of
classical and modern physics.
2. Recognize the interrelationships between the
various principles of physics as well as recognizing
the coherence of the entire subject.
physics experiments, and to analyze and interpret
the data obtained.
4. Solve problems using a systematic approach, test
the correctness of solutions, and interpret results in
terms of the physical reality they represent.
5. Utilize computer applications for data acquisition,
presentation and analysis.
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MAJOR: 6 COURSES | 30 UNITS | AS-T
PHYSICS 101 MATH 261
PHYSICS 102 MATH 262
PHYSICS 103 MATH 263
Required Core (15 units):
Physics 101 .......................................................................5
Physics 102 .......................................................................5
Physics 103 .......................................................................5
Option 1 (15 units):
Math 261 ...........................................................................5
Math 262 ...........................................................................5
Math 263 ...........................................................................5
Total Major ...................................................30 units
Psychology
Chair: Rochelle Sechooler
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2930 | HH100G
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/psych/
index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Human Services - Generalist
Human Services – Drug / Alcohol
Associate of Arts (AA-T):
Psychology
Certicates of Achievement:
Human Services -- Generalist
Human Services -- Drug / Alcohol
A career in Human Services is a career of making a differ-
ence for others while discovering more about yourself.
Human Services professionals help people turn their lives
around and nd new directions. They assist the mentally
ill, victims of abuse, children, addicts and others in need.
Occupations include: Activity Director, Gang Counseling,
Special Education Assistant, Domestic Violence Counselor,
Senior & Teen Service Providers, Probation Ofce Assistant,
Activity Director, Disabled Services, CalWORKS/GAIN Pro
-
gram Assistant, Childcare Worker, Social Worker Assistant,
Mental Health Worker, Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counselor.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
HUMAN SERVICES - GENERALIST
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 210400 State Code: 02760)
Students in the Human Services Generalist Option and
the Drug/Alcohol Studies Option complete the same core
courses. Academic preparation is offered in basic psychol
-
ogy courses such as Introductory Psychology, Personality
and Social Development, and Abnormal Psychology. Anoth
-
er part of the core classes concentrates on important com-
munication skills and self-awareness through participating
in Group Dynamics courses, which are conducted as labo
-
ratory workshops for the purpose of engaging in and learn-
ing about the group process. The third aspect of the core
courses is a three semester rotation through Field Work
courses, coordinated and taught by a faculty member, in co
-
operation with facilities in the community. These eldwork
courses are related to the student’s special interests and
the population with whom they expect to work in the future.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate effective communication and
and asking Socratic open-ended questions.
2. Summarize core principles in the foundational
courses of psychology such as GeneralPsychology,
Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology and
Personality.
3. Demonstrate counseling's 12 core functions
including, screening intake, assessment,
treatment planning, counseling, case management,
crisis management, client education, referral,
report and record keeping, and consultation with
4. Evaluate community-based human resources
organizations.
MAJOR: 12 COURSES | 36 UNITS | AA
PSYCH 1 PSYCH 14 PSYCH 45
PSYCH 2 PSYCH 41 PSYCH 81
PSYCH 3 PSYCH 43 PSYCH 82
PSYCH 13 PSYCH 44 PSYCH 83
First Semester
Psychology 1 .....................................................................3
Psychology 43 ..................................................................3
Second Semester
Psychology 14 ..................................................................3
Psychology 41 ..................................................................3
Psychology 44 ..................................................................3
Psychology 81 ..................................................................3
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Third Semester
Psychology 3 .....................................................................3
Psychology 13 ..................................................................3
Psychology 82 ..................................................................3
Fourth Semester
Psychology 2 .....................................................................3
Psychology 45 ..................................................................3
Psychology 83 ..................................................................3
Total ..............................................................36 units
Recommended electives: Psychology 64, Psychology
52, Psychology 60 or Psychology 66.
HUMAN SERVICES – DRUG / ALCOHOL STUDIES
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 210440 State Code: 08246)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate effective communication and
and asking Socratic open-ended questions.
2. Summarize knowledge in drug prevention and
education, counseling techniques for the
chemically addicted and biological psychology of
chemical dependency.
3. Demonstrate counseling's12 core functions
including, screening intake, assessment, treatment
planning,counseling, case management,
crisis management, client education, referral,
report and record keeping, and consultation with
Alcohol Studies.
4. Evaluate community-based drug/alcohol
organizations.
MAJOR: 14 COURSES | 42 UNITS | AA
PSYCH 1 PSYCH 45 PSYCH 68
PSYCH 2 PSYCH 63 PSYCH 84
PSYCH 3 PSYCH 64 PSYCH 85
PSYCH 14 PSYCH 65 PSYCH 86
PSYCH 43 PSYCH 67
First Semester
Psychology 1 .....................................................................3
Psychology 43 ..................................................................3
Psychology 64 ..................................................................3
Second Semester
Psychology 14 ..................................................................3
Psychology 68 ..................................................................3
Psychology 65 ..................................................................3
Psychology 84 ..................................................................3
Third Semester
Psychology 3 .....................................................................3
Psychology 67 ..................................................................3
Psychology 85 ..................................................................3
Fourth Semester
Psychology 2 .....................................................................3
Psychology 45 ..................................................................3
Psychology 63 ..................................................................3
Psychology 86 ..................................................................3
Total ..............................................................42 units
Recommended electives: Psychology 64, Psychology
52, Psychology 18 or Psychology 66.
PSYCHOLOGY
Associate of Art for Transfer option (AA-T)
(Program: 200100 State Code: 32502)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
U. Completion of 60 semester units that are
eligible for transfer to the California State
University by completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the
California State University General
Education-Breadth Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the
CCC Chancellor's Ofce.
V. Obtainment of a minimum grade point average
of 2.0 or higher. Students completing this
degree will have satised the lower division
major preparation and transfer requirements
for priority admission consideration to a local
CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. The student will acquire a knowledge base in
psychology.
thinking skills.
3. The student will demonstrate an understanding of
ethical and social responsibility in a diverse world.
4. The student will learn to communicate orally
and verbally.
5. The student will demonstrate professional
development skills and behaviors.
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MAJOR CORE: 6 COURSES | 19 UNITS | AA-T
PSYCH 1 PSYCH 41 OR SOC 1
PSYCH 2 PSYCH 13 OR 43
PSYCH 74 MATH 227
CORE REQUIREMENTS:
MATH 227 ..........................................................................4
PSYCH 1 ..........................................................................3
PSYCH 74 ..........................................................................3
List A
Select one course (3 units) from the following:
PSYCH 2 .............................................................................3
List B
Select one course (3 units) from the following:
PSYCH 41 ..........................................................................3
SOC 1 ................................................................................3
List C
Select one course (3 units) from the following:
PSYCH 43 ..........................................................................3
PSYCH 13 .........................................................................3
TOTAL MAJOR ............................................. 19 Units
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
OPTION 1:
HUMAN SERVICES GENERALISTS
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 210400 State Code: 21628)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate effective communication skills such as
open-ended questions.
2. Demonstrate competency in foundational courses,
including General Psychology, Developmental
Psychology, Social Psychology and Personality.
3. Demonstrate competency in the 12 core
functions including, screening intake, assessment,
treatment planning, counseling, case management,
crisis management, client education, referral,
report and record keeping and consultation with
REQUIRED
Psychology 1 .....................................................................3
Psychology 3 .....................................................................3
Psychology 13 ..................................................................3
Psychology 14 ..................................................................3
Psychology 27 ..................................................................1
Psychology 43 ..................................................................3
Psychology 44 ..................................................................3
Psychology 45 ..................................................................3
Psychology 81 ..................................................................3
Psychology 82 ..................................................................3
Psychology 83 ..................................................................3
English 28 or 101 ............................................................. 3
Comm 101 or Psych 60 or 64 .........................................3
Total ..............................................................37 units
OPTION 2:
HUMAN SERVICES - DRUG/ALCOHOL STUDIES
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 210400 State Code: 21629)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate effective communication skills such
open-ended questions.
2. Summarize knowledge in drug prevention and
education, counseling techniques for the chemically
addicted and biological psychology of chemical
dependency.
3. Demonstrate competency in the 12 core functions
including, screening intake, assessment,treatment
planning, counseling, case management, crisis
management, client education, referral, report and
record keeping, and consultation with other
REQUIRED
Psychology 1 .....................................................................3
Psychology 3 .....................................................................3
Psychology 14 .................................................................3
Psychology 27 ..................................................................1
Psychology 43 ..................................................................3
Psychology 45 .................................................................3
Psychology 63 ..................................................................3
Psychology 64 ..................................................................3
Psychology 65 ..................................................................3
Psychology 67 ..................................................................3
Psychology 68 ..................................................................3
Psychology 84 ..................................................................3
Psychology 85 ..................................................................3
Psychology 86 ..................................................................3
English 28 or 101 ............................................................. 3
Total ..............................................................43 units
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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
Chair: Israel Fonseca
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2942 | RT
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/
radtech/index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Radiological Technology
Skills Certicate:
Clinical Education
Fluoroscopy
Patient Care
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
Associate of Science Degree
(Program: 122500 State Code:02749)
Radiologic Technology is a health care profession whose
practitioners work in hospitals, clinics, free standing
imaging centers, and private ofces. The Radiologic
Technologist (Radiographer) is a member of the health
care team who works directly with the patient and the
physician performing a wide variety of diagnostic X-ray
procedures. The Radiographer must be procient in the
knowledge of radiographic exposure, anatomy, patient
positioning, the operation of specialized equipment, and
in the care and management of the patient. The rapid
expansion of medical diagnostic imaging has greatly
increased the diversity and utility of medical diagnosis. A
career in Radiologic Technology offers vast opportunities
for advancement.
The Radiologic Technology curriculum is accredited by
the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic
Technology (JRCERT) and the California Department of
Public Health (CDPH). The clinical educational centers are
accredited by the Joint Commission for the Accreditation
of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO). Los Angeles
City College is accredited by the Western Association of
Schools and Colleges.
Students who complete the curriculum, including the
clinical education requirements, will be eligible to take
the certication examinations prepared by the American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the State of
California Department of Public Health (CDPH).
Admissions to the Program:
• Prerequisite courses for entrance into the Radiologic
Technology Program are: Anatomy 1, Physiology
1 , English 101, Mathematics 125 or higher, and
Radiologic Technology 200, 201, and 202. (Effective
Fall 2013, all students must complete RT 200 & 202 at
Los Angeles City College.)
• All new LACCD students (effective Fall 2013
semester) must complete the general education
requirements prior to applying for entry into the
Radiologic Technology program (an exception to
this rule is if students already possess an Associate
or Higher Degree from a Regionally Accredited
Program). This change corresponds to the ARRT 2015
Associate Degree requirement. https://www.arrt.org/
Certication/Academic-Degree-Requirement
• Five Year Recency Requirement for Science Courses:
All completed prerequisites science courses must
be completed within a ve (5) year time frame.
This means the Anatomy (4 units) and Physiology
(4 units) must be completed within this time frame.
(Students that have taken Anatomy or Physiology in
a LACCD campus may audit the courses and provide
documentation that they have successfully re-taken
the courses.)
• An application form, to be submitted online
through the LACC Radiologic Technology
Department website at: http://www.lacitycollege.
edu/academic/departments/radtech/index.html
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Position the patient to demonstrate the requested
anatomy required by the physician to show the
presence or absence of disease.
condition and communicate relative information to
doctors, the patient, family members, and other
hospital staff.
3. Administer ionizing radiation, ethically and
judiciously, to the patient following the principle
of"as low as reasonably achievable".
4. Employ patient care practices based on acceptable
ethical behavior and established standards within
their scope of practice.
5. Pass the registration and licensing examinations
offered by state and national accrediting
organizations.
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6. The student will be able to pass the American
Registry of Radiologic Technology examination in
Radiography.
MAJOR: 19 COURSES | 89 UNITS | AS
RAD TEC 103, 104, 200, 201, 202, 205, 206, 207, 208,
209, 210, 211, 240, 243, 260, 280, 281, 282, 283
REQUIRED
Radiologic Technology 103 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 104 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 200 .............................................. 3
Radiologic Technology 201 .............................................. 3
Radiologic Technology 202 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 205 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 206 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 207 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 208 .............................................. 3
Radiologic Technology 209 .............................................. 3
Radiologic Technology 210 .............................................. 3
Radiologic Technology 211 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 240 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 243 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 260 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 280 .............................................. 6
Radiologic Technology 281 ............................................ 12
Radiologic Technology 282 .............................................. 4
Radiologic Technology 283 ........................................... 12
Total Program ...............................................89 units
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY – CLINICAL EDUCATION
Skills Certicate
The Radiologic Technology skills certicate is for stu-
dents who are enrolled in the LACC Radiologic Tech-
nology program and have completed their didactic and
clinical education.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Students will perform radiographic procedures and
produce quality images.
2. Students will apply radiation safety and protection
for patients, themselves and others.
3. Students will utilize effective communication with
patients and colleagues in the clinical environment.
REQUIRED
RT 283 ...............................................................................12
Total ..............................................................12 units
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY – FLUOROSCOPY
Skills Certicate
The uoroscopy skills certicate is for students who are
enrolled in the LACC Radiologic Technology program
and have completed their didactic and clinical training
in uoroscopic procedures.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Students will identify and describe various ways of
correct positioning, centering, appropriate
anatomy and overall image quality.
examinations from static diagnostic radiographic
examinations.
REQUIRED
RT 243................................................................................3
Total ................................................................ 3 units
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY - PATIENT CARE
Skills Certicate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Students will analyze acute changes in the patient’s
condition and take appropriate interventional action.
2. Students will employ the techniques of body
mechanics necessary for safe transport, transfer
and positioning of patients.
3. Students will examine changes in a patient's
condition that would signal an emergency
requiring immediate care.
RT 201................................................................................3
RT 207................................................................................4
COOP ED .......................................................................... 1
Total ................................................................ 8 units
SCIENCE
Sean Phommasaysy, Life Science
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2795 | SCI 222I
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/lifesci/
index.html
Jayesh Bhakta, Physics / Astronomy
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2924 | SCI 222D
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/physics/
Mike Farrell, Chemistry & Earth Sciences
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2605 | SCI 324G
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/chemis-
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PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Science:
Chemistry
Physics
Associate of Science (AS-T):
Physics
Other Courses:
Anatomy (Biology)
Astronomy (Physics / Astronomy)
Biology (Biology)
Chemistry (Chemistry)
Earth Science (Earth Sciences)
Environmental Science (Earth Sciences)
Geography (Earth Sciences)
Geology (Earth Sciences)
Meteorology (Earth Sciences)
Microbiology (Biology)
Oceanography (Earth Sciences)
Physical Science (Physics / Astronomy)
Physiology (Biology)
SOCIAL SCIENCE
Chair: Anthony Clark
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2949 | FH 219F
www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/socsci/
index.html
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Modern Political Studies
Associate of Arts (AA-T):
Political Science
Skills Certicate:
African American Studies
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Associate of Art for Transfer option (AA-T)
(Program: 220700 State Code: 32923)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
W. Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible
for transfer to the California State University by
completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California
State University General Education-Breadth
Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the CCC
Chancellor's Ofce.
X. Obtainment of a minimum grade point
average of 2.0 or higher. Students completing
this degree will have satised the lower division
major preparation and transfer requirements
for priority admission consideration to a local
CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Critically evaluate the decentralized nature of
power in the American political system.
2. Assess the major concepts in comparing and
analyzing political systems and political cultures
around the globe , e.g., globalization,
democratization, political and economic
development in selected countries, etc.
3. Evaluate and interpret the global interaction
of nations, non-governmental organizations, and
international organizations in the international arena.
4. Use media resources to evaluate and assess
research and writings in issues of Political Science.
western political philosophers of the past for the
21st century.
MAJOR CORE: 6 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA-T
POL SCI 1 POL SCI 7
POL SCI 2 POL SCI 14
POL SCI 5 POL SCI 19
Required Core (3 units):
POL SCI 1 ..........................................................................3
List A
Select 3 courses (9 units) from the following:
POL SCI 2 ..........................................................................3
POL SCI 5 ..........................................................................3
POL SCI 7 ..........................................................................3
List B
Select 2 courses (6 units) from the following:
POL SCI 14 ........................................................................ 3
POL SCI 19 ........................................................................ 3
TOTAL MAJOR …………………………………18 Units
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MODERN POLITICAL STUDIES
Associate in Arts Degree
(Program: 220700 State Code: 02765)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Critically evaluate the decentralized nature of
power in the American political system.
2. Assess the major concepts in comparing and
analyzing political systems and political cultures
around the globe , e.g., globalization,
democratization, political and economic
development in selected countries, etc.
3. Evaluate and interpret the global interaction
of nations, non-governmental organizations, and
internationalorganizations in the international arena.
4. Use media resources to evaluate and assess
research and writings in issues of Political Science.
MAJOR: 6 COURSES | 18 UNITS | AA
POL SCI 1 SOC 1 or 11
POL SCI 2 ECON 1 or 2
POL SCI 7 HISTORY 11
REQUIRED
History 11 .......................................................................... 3
Political Science 1 ............................................................3
Sociology 1 or 11 ............................................................. 3
Political Science 2 ............................................................3
Economics 1 or 2 .............................................................3
Political Science 7 ............................................................3
Total ..............................................................18 units
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDIES
Skills Certicate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe the experiences of African Americans
in the American and African Diaspora, including
their cultures, histories, and politics.
2. Apply data to understand the impact of societal,
economic and political factors on the life chances
of people of African descent.
3. Examine the global linkages between African
Americans and people of African descent
throughout the world.
REQUIRED
AFRO AM 4 or 5 ...............................................................3
AFRO AM 7 ....................................................................... 3
AFRO AM 20 .....................................................................3
AFRO AM 60 .....................................................................3
ANTHRO 102 ....................................................................3
Total ..............................................................15 units
THEATER
Chair: Leslie Ferreira
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2976 | TA 208
http://Theateracademy.lacitycollege.edu/
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Associate of Arts:
Theater, General
Theater, Acting
Associate of Arts (AA-T):
Theater Arts
Certicates of Achievement:
Costume Design - Level 2
Technical Theater Entertainment Technology – Level 2
Skills Certicates:
Acting – Level 1
Acting - Advanced
Costume Design - Level 1
Technical Theater Entertainment Technology – Level 1
Design and Digital Media for the Entertainment Industry
– Level 1
PROFESSIONAL THEATER TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR
ACTORS, TTE TECHNICIANS, AND COSTUME DESIGNERS
Professional theater training is offered in four areas,
or options, of concentration: Acting, Advanced Acting,
Costume Design, and Technical
Theater
-Entertainment
Technology. This nationally recognized conservatory
is a vocational, skill certicated, professional theater
training program for students specializing in acting,
technical theater, and costume design who wish to move
directly into the profession upon completion of their
training.
The Theatre Academy at Los Angeles City College has
rmly established itself as one of the most highly
respected professional theater training institutions
in the United States. Since its founding in 1929, the
professional Theater training program of the Academy
has been dedicated to developing the skills, crafts, and
attitudes of students to prepare them for careers in the
professional theater.
The Theatre Academy is dedicated to the training of
talented, serious students who wish to pursue a career
in the professional theatre. All prospective Academy
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students are required to apply for admission to the
Theatre Academy (Theatre Production Ofce, Theatre
Building 208.) All candidates are required to audition
and/or interview before being invited to train at the
Academy. Those interested in training at the Academy
should call the Theatre Production Ofce (323) 953-
4000 ext. 2983 to schedule an audition/interview.
This program is a full-time exploration of the skills
necessary to compete in
theater
, television, lm, and other
areas of the entertainment industry. Guided by a critically
acclaimed faculty with a vast range of experience in the
industry, the students are provided fundamental skills
in acting, movement, voice, speech, character analysis,
dialects, and production. Upon satisfactory completion of
the program, the students will have developed a respect
and appreciation for all aspects of
Theater
, along with
the ability to create a character on stage and to sustain a
performance in front of an audience.
DEGREE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE MAJOR MUST BE
COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR BETTER IN
ORDER TO GRADUATE.
THEATER
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 100700 State Code: 08233)
A student must satisfy an 18-unit minimum requirement
in the Theater major plus general education courses in
order to receive a transferable Associate of Arts degree
in Theater. No specic combination of classes in Theater
is required. Note: that some courses offered may be of-
fered every other semester, or less frequently. Students
must receive a satisfactory grade in all Theater courses
taken and have completed those courses within eight
years to meet requirements.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
practices, systems, aesthetics, and historical context
of storytelling through creative expression.
2. Perform in scenes or serve as technicians,
designers or production crew, or serve as costume
designers or production crew, in fully realized play
productions.
3. Demonstrate excellence in team practices and
professional ethics.
MAJOR: 7 COURSES | 18-19 UNITS | AA
THEATER 100; 105-1, 2, 3, or 4; 110, 300
THEATER 200 or 270
Select 2 courses from one of the options below:
REQUIRED CORE
Theater 100.......................................................................3
Theater 105-1, 105-2, 105-3, or 105-4 ..........................1
Theater 110.......................................................................3
Theater 200 or 270 ..........................................................3
Theater 300.......................................................................3
Sub-Total .......................................................13 units
Select from one option below:
• Option 1: 2 courses from: THEATER 240, 242, 271,
and 272
• Option 2: 2 courses from: THEATER 311, 313, 314,
and 315
• Option 3: 2 courses from: THEATER 400, 414, 415,
416, and 417
Total ........................................................ 18-19 units
THEATRE ACADEMY: ACTINGI
Associate of Arts Degree
(Program: 100701 State Code: 08234)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate competency of intermediate acting
skills including semi-advanced levels of physical,
vocal and characterization techniques.
2. Perform in role(s) in the realization of a fully
produced theater event(s).
3. Demonstrate excellence in team practices and
professional ethics.
4. Identify and comprehend theater literature and
visual styles, practices, systems, and historical
context used within the realization of theater events
at an intermediate level of understanding.
MAJOR CORE: 22 COURSES | 60 UNITS | AA
THEATER 100 THEATER 242-1 THEATER 272
THEATER 105-1 THEATER 242-2 THEATER 274-1
THEATER 105-2 THEATER 242-3 THEATER 274-2
THEATER 105-3 THEATER 242-4 THEATER 277
THEATER 105-4 THEATER 246-1 THEATER 300
THEATER 110 THEATER 246-2 THEATER 335
THEATER 235 THEATER 270 THEATER 345
First Semester
Theater 100.......................................................................3
Theater 105-1 ...................................................................1
Theater 242-1 ...................................................................3
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Theater 270.......................................................................3
Theater 300.......................................................................3
Theater 335.......................................................................4
Second Semester
Theater 105-2 ...................................................................1
Theater 110.......................................................................3
Theater 242-2 ...................................................................3
Theater 272.......................................................................3
Theater 345.......................................................................4
Third Semester
Theater 105-3 ...................................................................1
Theater 242-3 ...................................................................2
Theater 246-1 ..................................................................2
Theater 274-1 ...................................................................3
Theater 277 (or 4th semester) ........................................ 3
Theater 235.......................................................................5
Fourth Semester
Theater 105-4 ...................................................................1
Theater 242-4 ...................................................................2
Theater 246-2 ...................................................................2
Theater 274-2 ...................................................................3
Theater 277 (or 3rd semester) ........................................3
Theater 235 (repeatable course) ...................................5
Total ..............................................................60 units
*Some students may be advised to take additional
prerequisites or co-requisite courses beyond those
required to ensure success in the program. Others may be
excused from specic courses above based on previous
training and/or experience. Any other changes than those
stated above are made with the advice and consent of the
Theater Academy faculty.
Theater Arts
Associate of Arts AA-T
(Program: 100700 State Code: 33157)
To earn the Associate Degree for Transfer, students must
meet the following requirements:
Y. Completion of 60 semester units that are
eligible for transfer to the California State
University by completing the following:
• The Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the Cali-
fornia State University General Education-
Breadth Requirements; and
• A minimum of 18 semester units in a major
or area of emphasis, as approved by the
CCC Chancellor's Ofce.
Z.
Obtainment of a minimum grade point average
of 2.0 or higher. Students completing this degree
will have satised the lower division major
preparation and transfer requirements for priority
admission consideration to a local CSU campus.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
practices, systems, aesthetics, and historical context
of storytelling through creative expression.
2. Perform in scenes or serve as technicians, designers
or production crew, or serve as costume designers
or production crew, in fully realized play productions.
3. Demonstrate excellence in team practices and
professional ethics.
MAJOR: 6 COURSES | 19 UNITS | AA-T
THEATER 100 or 110
THEATER 200 or 270
THEATER 235, 294, 335, 345, or 425
Select three courses: THEATER 114, 272, 300, 311,
338, 415, 450
Required Core (10 units):
Theater 100 or 110 ..........................................................3
Theater 200 or 270 ..........................................................3
Theater 235, 294, 335, 345 or 425 .................................4
List A
Select 3 courses (9 units) from the following:
Theater 272.......................................................................3
Theater 338.......................................................................3
Theater 311.......................................................................3
Theater 415.......................................................................3
Theater 450.......................................................................3
Theater 114.......................................................................3
Theater 300.......................................................................3
Total Major .................................................. 19 units
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
ALL REQUIRED COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE
MUST BE COMPLETED WITH A GRADE OF “C” OR
BETTER IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
THEATRE ACADEMY - ACTING
PROFESSIONAL ACTOR TRAINING – LEVEL 1
Skills Certicate
The training introduces the student to acting fundamen-
tals through specic movement and vocal techniques,
character analysis, observation exercises, and scene study.
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The ultimate goal is to develop a rm foundation in basic
acting skills and a strong respect and appreciation for all
aspects of the theater. All training is geared toward prepar
-
ing students for careers in acting and related industries.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Develop competency of advanced acting skills and
techniques in the areas of physical and vocal
characterization.
2. Perform substantial and challenging role(s) in the
realization of classroom performance events in the
3. Identify comprehend and apply an understanding
of theater literature and visual styles, practices,
systems, and historical context used within the
realization of theater events at an advanced level.
4. Serve as technical crew, in the production of
costumes, lighting, sound or scenery or front of
house, in the realization of a fully produced theater
event and demonstrate excellence in team
practices and professional ethics.
REQUIRED
Theater 100.......................................................................3
Theater 105-1, 105-2, 105-3, or 105-4 ..........................1
Theater 242.......................................................................3
Theater 270.......................................................................3
Theater 300.......................................................................3
Theater 345.......................................................................4
Total ..............................................................17 units
THEATRE ACADEMY - ADVANCED ACTING
Skills Certicate
After successfully completing two years of professional
actor training at the Theater Academy, a select number of
students are invited to a third year of specialized training
where they receive advanced coursework in directing,
acting for the camera, rehearsal and performance, scene
study, and work in classical acting. Audition and cold read
-
ing techniques, resume preparation and career marketing
are only a few of the skills provided that will better equip
the Academy graduate to work in the highly competitive
elds of theater, lm, and television.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate competency of intermediate acting
skills including semi-advanced levels of physical,
vocal and characterization techniques.
2. Perform in role(s) in the realization of a fully
produced theater event(s).
3. Identify and comprehend theater literature and
visual styles, practices, systems, and historical
context used within the realization of theater events
at an intermediate level of understanding.
4. Demonstrate excellence in team practices and
professional ethics.
Fifth Semester
Theater 185.......................................................................1
Theater 205 (or Sixth Semester) .....................................2
Theater 225 (or Sixth Semester) .....................................3
Theater 275.......................................................................2
Theater 276-1 ...................................................................3
Theater 235.......................................................................5
Sixth Semester
Theater 285.......................................................................1
Theater 205 (or Fifth Semester)......................................2
Theater 225 (or Fifth Semester)......................................2
Theater 262.......................................................................2
Theater 275 (or Fifth Semester)......................................2
Theater 276-2 ...................................................................3
Theater 235 (repeatable) ................................................5
Total ..............................................................27 units
THEATRE ACADEMY - COSTUME DESIGN
The Theatre Academy’s program in Theatrical Costuming
trains costumers and designers through a broad-
based theater curriculum with continual reference to the
requirements and differences of television, video, and lm
costuming. The hands-on curriculum guides the student
through methods of costume construction, procedures
for handling theatrical wardrobe and organizational
techniques, analyzing scripts from a costume perspective,
dealing with costuming emergencies, and understanding
Director/Designer relationships. This hands-on program
stresses shop discipline, organization, maintenance, and
procedures. The nal two semesters of study focus on the
student’s individual interests and talents, including the
development of a portfolio, the design of an Academy
production, or internship at one of the Los Angeles theaters.
Students must demonstrate computer prociency to
the satisfaction of the Costuming faculty. Suggested
Electives: Students qualied to take more than the pre-
scribed units should take CAOT 1, 2; Art 202.
COSTUME DESIGN – LEVEL 1
Skills Certicate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate basic competency and use of
costume shop tools for the design, production,
maintenance, and alteration of costume garments.
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basic pattern drafting, machine sewing, and
rendering.
3. Organize data in a computer database.
4. Serve as technical crew, designer's assistant,
designers and or crew heads in the realization of
costumes for a fully produced theater event.
5. Identify theater literature and visual styles,
practices, systems, and historical context used
within the realization of theater events.
Theater 105-1, 105-2, 105-3, or 104-4 ..........................1
Theater 400.......................................................................3
Theater 425.......................................................................4
Sub-Total ......................................................... 8 units
Select 2 courses from the following:
Theater 411.......................................................................3
Theater 413.......................................................................3
Theater 414.......................................................................3
Theater 415.......................................................................3
Theater 416.......................................................................3
Theater 417.......................................................................3
Theater 418.......................................................................3
Theater 419.......................................................................3
Theater 420.......................................................................3
Total ..............................................................14 units
COSTUME DESIGN – LEVEL 2
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 100602 State Code: 31738)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate advanced competency and use
of costume shop tools for the design,production,
maintenance, and alteration of costume garments.
hand sewing, basic pattern drafting, machine
sewing, and rendering.
3. Organize data in a computer database.
4. Serve as technical crew, designer's assistant,
designers and or crew heads in the realization of
costumes for a fully produced theater event.
5. Identify theater literature and visual styles,
practices, systems, and historical context used
within the realization of theater events.
First Semester
Theater 105-1 ...................................................................1
Theater 400.......................................................................3
Theater 425.......................................................................4
And two of the following restricted electives ...............6
(Theater 411, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417, 418; 419 or 420)
Second Semester
Theater 105-2 ...................................................................1
Theater 100.......................................................................3
Theater 425 (repeatable) ................................................4
And two of the following restricted electives ...............6
(Theater 411, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417, 418; 419 or 420)
Third Semester
Theater 105-3 ...................................................................1
Theater 200.......................................................................3
Theater 425 (repeatable) ................................................4
And two of the following restricted electives ...............6
(Theater 411, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417, 418; 419 or 420)
Fourth Semester
Theater 105-4 ...................................................................1
Theater 110.......................................................................3
Theater 300 or 338 ..........................................................3
Theater 425 (repeatable) ................................................4
And two of the following restricted electives ...............6
(Theater 411, 413, 414, 415, 416, 417, 418; 419 or 420)
Total ............................................................. 59 units
THEATRE ACADEMY - TECHNICAL THEATER
ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY
The Technical Theater Training program graduates highly
trained and specialized scenic technicians who have
learned a sound working knowledge of their craft and a
respect for the skills and technologies associated with their
chosen profession. The Technical Theater Training program
at LACC is one of the most unique hands-on programs of its
kind in the country, with faculty working alongside students
who are specically interested in the disciplines and
craft related to the stage technician. The cutting edge
technologies being taught on state-of-the-art equipment
are some of the most advanced in theater training and
education. The curriculum combines classroom study
with the intense hands-on experience associated with the
Academy’s rigorous play production schedule.
TECHNICAL THEATER ENTERTAINMENT
TECHNOLOGY – LEVEL 1
Skills Certicate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate basic competency using technical
theater systems for scenery, lights and sound in the
production and realization of scenery, lighting
plans and/or audio plans for live events.
2. Serve as technical crew, designer's assistant,
designers and or crew heads in the realization of a
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fully produced theater event.
3. Identify theater literature and visual styles practices,
systems, and historical context used within the
realization of theater events.
Theater 105-1, 105-2, 105-3, or 105-4 ..........................1
Theater 100.......................................................................3
Theater 300.......................................................................3
Theater 335.......................................................................4
One of the following four courses ................................. 3
Theater 311, 3113, 314, or 315
Total ..............................................................14 units
TECHNICAL THEATER ENTERTAINMENT
TECHNOLOGY–LEVEL 2
Certicate of Achievement
(Program: 100600 State Code: 31547)
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate advanced competency using
technical theater systems for scenery lights and
sound in the production and realization of scenery,
lighting plans and/or audio plans for live events.
2. Serve as technical crew, designer's assistant on a
produced theater event.
3. Identify theater literature and visual styles practices,
systems, and historical context used within the
realization of theater events.
First Semester
Theater 100.......................................................................3
Theater 105-1 ...................................................................1
Theater 300.......................................................................3
Theater 335.......................................................................4
One of the following four courses ................................. 3
Theater 311, 313, 314, or 315
Second Semester
Theater 105-2 ...................................................................1
Theater 302.......................................................................3
Theater 325.......................................................................3
Theater 335 (repeatable) ................................................4
One of the following four courses ................................. 3
Theater 311, 313, 314, or 315
Third Semester
Theater 105-3 ...................................................................1
Theater 321.......................................................................3
Theater 200.......................................................................3
Theater 335 (repeatable) ................................................4
One of the following four courses ................................. 3
Theater 311, 313, 314, or 315
Fourth Semester
Theater 105-4 ...................................................................1
Theater 110.......................................................................3
Theater 338.......................................................................3
Theater 335 (repeatable) ................................................4
One of the following four courses ................................. 3
Theater 311, 313, 314, or 315
Total ..............................................................56 units
DESIGN AND DIGITAL MEDIA FOR THE
ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY – LEVEL 1
Skills Certicate
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Utilize entertainment industry computer
applications to document design plans for scenery,
lights, costumes and sound.
2. Identify literature, visual styles, practices, systems,
and historical context used in the realization of
3. Create portfolio quality projects, using computer
applications, which can be used in interviews for
professional employment.
Theater 300 OR 315 ........................................................3
Theater 338 OR Cinema 3 ..............................................3
Architecture 162 ..............................................................3
Photo 46 ............................................................................3
Sub-Total .......................................................12 units
Select one of the following:
Art History 110 .................................................................3
Art History 120 .................................................................3
Television 1 .......................................................................3
Theater 313.......................................................................3
Total ..............................................................15 units
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NON-CREDIT
SUCCESS ACADEMIES
NON-CREDIT SUCCESS ACADEMIES
Dean/Chair: Angelica Ramirez
ramir[email protected]
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2230 EWD-100
The Los Angeles City College (LACC) Noncredit Success
Academies prepares Basic Skills learners, English as a
Second language learners, economically disadvantaged,
and other non-traditional college students to attain the
essential knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully
acquire and retain employment, transition to College,
and/or effectively explore, plan and establish career
pathways leading to growth opportunities in high demand
occupations.
The focus of the Academies is to designate participation
in workforce education programs as the rst step in the
career pathway of success towards attaining economic self-
sufciency, with subsequent career pathway progression to
credit, vocational education skills certicates, certicated
programs, and associate degree programs.
The Academy’s education and training programs
encompass 14 non-credit Skills Certicates, and over
30 courses in Basic Education, Computing skills,
English as a Second Language (ESL), Vocational ESL
(VESL), Citizenship/English Literacy, Workforce Literacy,
Entrepreneurship, Retail and Job Readiness skills. We also
offer associated Short-Term Vocational Training for high
demand jobs in high-growth industries such as healthcare,
child development, hospitality and retailing. All courses
can be offered on a “Stand-Alone” basis.
All noncredit courses and certicate programs are free
to all program participants. Training opportunities will
help participant advance in their career. The tuition–
free noncredit classes listed in this catalog are held at
various locations within the district to make classes more
accessible to community members. Courses are taught at
the lacc main campus 855 n. Vermont avenue, los angeles,
ca 90029, and at our historic van de kamp innovation
center (vdk) 2930 etcher drive, los angeles, ca 90065
(for other off-campus locations, please visit the noncredit
education website).
ACADEMIC PREPARATION
Skills Certicate of Completion
0 UNITS
This Skills certicate packages three non-credit courses.
The courses are designed to assist prospective high
school graduates for the GED, Hi-Set or TASC as well
as adults returning back to school. All topics covered
in both the Math and English courses require students
to master basic theory and application which will equip
them with basic skills. The computer course is designed
to assist students with the fundamentals of computer
hardware and software applications necessary to be
successful in completing college-level coursework and
workplace tasks. Upon completion of this series of
courses, students will receive an Academic Preparation
Skills Certicate of Completion.
Courses Lecture Hours
Basic Skills 006 CE Review of Basic English ............36
Basic Skills 007 CE Review of Basic Math ................ 36
Voc Ed 003 CE Workplace Computing .............54
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ..................................... 126
BEGINNING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
Skills Certicate of Completion
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate includes two Noncredit English as
a Second Language courses. The courses are designed
to assist constituents with survival and pre-academic ESL
for students who speak little or no English. The package
uses an integrated approach to language acquisition.
Upon completion of these combined courses, students
will receive a Beginning English as a Second Language
Skills Certicate of Completion.
Courses Lecture Hours
ESL NC 001 CE ESL BEGINNING 1 ..................... 54
ESL NC 002 CE ESL BEGINNING 2 ..................... 54
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ..................................... 108
CAREER DISCOVERY
Skills Certicate of Completion
(Program: 493112 State Code: 24387)
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate encompasses two non-credit
courses designed to introduce and train new workers,
incumbent workers, and dislocated workers to the
realities of the workplace and job search methods. Upon
completion of these combined courses, students will
receive a Career Discovery Certicate of Completion.
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Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Develop an effective resume that matches a job
description.
2. Prepare for an employment interview, including
developing responses, describing experience,
and dressing for success.
3. Conduct job market research and current
opportunities.
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 238 CE Job Readiness ..................................36
Voc Ed 236 CE Job Club ...........................................18
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ........................................42
CITIZENSHIP
Skills Certicate of Completion
0 UNITS
This Skills certicate packages non-credit courses from the
Citizenship Program. Students will continue through the
series and then sign-up to take the Citizenship Interview
and oral examination. Upon completion of this series of
courses, students will receive a Citizenship Skills
Courses Lecture Hours
ESL & Civics 030 CE
English Literacy and Civics 030 .................................. 108
ESL & Civics 031 CE
English Literacy and Civics 031 .................................. 108
ESL & Civics 032 CE
English Literacy and Civics 032 ..................................108
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ..................................... 324
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Skills Certicate of Completion
(Program: 493100 State Code: 24294)
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate encompasses three non-credit courses
designed to introduce and train new workers, incumbent
workers, and dislocated workers to the realities of the
workplace as well as providing quality customer service.
Upon completion of these combined courses, students will
receive a Customer Service Certicate of Completion.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Explain products and services to educate customers.
2. Address and meet customer needs.
3. Gain customer commitment and close the sale.
Develop and implement a sales and follow up plan.
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 236 CE Job Club .........................................18
Voc Ed 238 CE Job Readiness ................................36
Voc Ed 239 CE Customer Service Skills .................18
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ........................................60
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Skills Certicate of Completion
(Program: 493102 State Code: 24069)
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate encompasses two non-credit courses.
Students will be given basic tools on how to start a small
business. Upon completion of these courses, students will
receive an Entrepreneurship Skills Certicate.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Apply entrepreneurship and customer service
concepts to analyze and improve various business
ideas.
2. Work independently to create business plans,
marketing strategies and measure business success
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 084 CE Entrepreneur Training Program .....36
Voc Ed 239 CE Customer Service Skills ..................18
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ........................................54
HOSPITALITY
Skills Certicate of Competency
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate encompasses all of the Hospitality courses
provided by the American Hotel and Lodging Association
(AH & LA). Upon Completion of this training, students will
receive a Hospitality Skills Certicate of Competency in any
one of the courses listed below. This certication is nationally
recognized and will increase the candidates’ chances of
obtaining employment and advancement.
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 242 CE Banquet Server Skills......................18
Voc Ed 243 CE Front Desk Representative ............18
Voc Ed 244 CE Laundry Attendant Skills ................18
Voc Ed 245 CE Public Space Cleaner Skills ...........18
Voc Ed 246 CE Restaurant Server Skills .................. 18
Voc Ed 247 CE Kitchen Steward Skills ....................18
Voc Ed 248 CE Maintenance Attendant Skills .......18
Voc Ed 249 CE Reservationist Skills ........................18
Voc Ed 250 CE Restaurant Server Skills .................. 18
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ..................................... 162
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IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
Skills Certicate of Competency
(Program: 49103 State Code: 24446)
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate includes two non –credit courses.
The In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) course provides
training on in-home care. Upon successful completion of
this course, students will receive an In-Home Supportive
Services Skills Certicate.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Complete the paperwork required by the
Department of Public Social Services.
2. Properly and safely assist patients living in their
own homes with the basic functions of daily life.
3. Perform First Aid andCPR on an adult victim.
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 002 CE In-Home Supportive Services
IHSS) Provider .................................................................. 90
Voc Ed 059 CE VESL for Home Health Aide .............18
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ..................................... 108
JOB READINESS
Skills Certicate of Completion
(Program: 493102 State Code: 24071)
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate encompasses a series of specic
non-credit courses designed to introduce and train new
workers, incumbent workers, and dislocated workers
to the realities of the workplace. Upon completion of
these combined courses, students will receive a Job
Readiness Certicate of Completion.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
2. Develop an effective resume.
3. Prepare for an employment interview.
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 236 CE Job Club ...........................................18
Voc Ed 238 CE Job Readiness ..................................36
Voc Ed 239 CE Customer Service Skills ................... 18
Voc Ed 230 CE 30 Ways to Shine ............................. 6
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS .......................................78
RETAILING SMARTS
Skills Certicate of Competency
(Program: 493100 State Code: 24324)
0 UNITS
T
his Skills Certicate encompasses all of the Retail
courses provided by the National Retail Federation (NRF).
Upon completion of this training, students will receive a
Certicate of Completion. Students are eligible to receive
the NRF certication in either Sales/Customer Service Skills
or Supervisory/Management Skills provided the on-line
exam is passed with a score of 75% or higher.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Explain products and services to educate
customers.
2. Address and meet customer needs.
3. Gain customer commitment and close the sale.
4.
Develop and implement a sales and follow up plan
.
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 231 CE Building Sales ....................................18
Voc Ed 232 CE Closing the Sale ................................ 18
Voc Ed 233 CE Completing the Sales Transaction ..18
Voc Ed 234 CE Explaining Features and Benets ...18
Voc Ed 235 CE Going the Extra Mile ........................18
Voc Ed 237 CE Strategies in Meeting Customer Needs
...........................................................................................18
Voc Ed 240 CE Strategies in Building a Continuous
Relationship
........................................18
Voc Ed 241 CE Getting to Know Your Customer ......18
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ..................................... 144
VOCATIONAL ENGLISH FOR CAREERS
Skills Certicate of Completion
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate includes three non-credit courses
created to assist a student in transition from high-level ESL
courses to vocational education programs leading toward
a degree or career of their choice. These classes provide
language skills training the Limited English Procient (LEP)
population to help them achieve success in other voca
-
tional education programs. Upon completion, students
will receive a VESL Skills Certicate of Completion, which
will also assist them in integrating into academic depart
-
ments on campus and/or securing employment.
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 055 CE VESL/Vocational ESL- C ....................54
Voc Ed 078 CE VESL/Vocational ESL- B ....................54
Voc Ed 079 CE VESL/Vocational ESL- A .................... 54
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ..................................... 162
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VOCATIONAL ENGLISH FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Skills Certicate of Completion
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate includes two non-credit courses
created to assist prospective and/or current students
enrolled in Child Development courses towards a cer-
ticate in the academic department. This course is spe-
cically designed to work on language acquisition and
denitions found in developmental theories in Child
Development I. Upon completion of these combined
courses, students will receive a Vocational English for
Child Development Certicate of Completion.
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 054 CE VESL- for Child Development 1 ..... 18
Voc Ed 238 CE Job Readiness ..................................36
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ........................................54
VOCATIONAL ENGLISH FOR HEALTH OCCUPATIONS
Skills Certicate of Completion
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate includes three non-credit courses
created to assist prospective and/or current students
enrolled in health-care courses. The curriculum is
specically designed to work on language acquisition and
denitions found in a variety of medical related courses.
Upon completion of these combined courses, students
will receive a Vocational English for Health Occupations.
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 056 CE VESL- for Health Careers ................. 18
Voc Ed 059 CE VESL – For Home Health Aide ........18
Voc Ed 238 CE Job Readiness ..................................36
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ........................................72
WORKFORCE LITERACY
Skills Certicate of Completion
(Program: 493101 State Code: 24016)
0 UNITS
This Skills Certicate encompasses a series of specic non-
credit courses designed to assist students in obtaining
employment through improvement of core competency
skills, and/or advance in their current occupation. Upon
completion of these combined courses, students will
receive a Workforce Literacy Skills Certicate.
Program Student Learning Outcomes:
1. Use proper, effective communication with
employers, co-workers, and customers.
2. Develop an effective resume that matches a
job description.
3. Prepare for an employment interview, including
developing responses, describing experience, and
dressing for success.
4. Deliver excellent customer service.
5. Prepared to take the California High School Exit
Examination.
Courses Lecture Hours
Voc Ed 003 CE Workplace Computing ...........54
Voc Ed 079 CE VESL/Vocational ESL – A .........54
Voc Ed 236 CE Job Club .................................18
Voc Ed 238 CE Job Readiness .........................36
Voc Ed 239 CE Customer Service Skills .......... 18
Basic Skills 006 CE Review of Basic English ..........36
Basic Skills 007 CE Review of Basic Math ..............36
TOTAL LECTURE HOURS ...................................... 252
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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ACCOUNTING 1
Introductory Accounting I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Students learn fundamental accounting principles
and concepts. This is the study of accounting as an
information system, examining why it is important
and how it is used by investors, creditors and
others to make decisions. The course covers
the accounting information system, including
recording and reporting of business transactions
with a focus to the accounting cycle, applications of
generally accepted accounting principles, nancial
statements and nancial statements analysis.
Includes issues relating to assets, liabilities, equity
valuation, revenue and expense recognition,
cash ows, internal controls and ethics. Note:
Accounting 21 (3 units and Accounting 22 (3 unit)
when taken together, are equivalent to Accounting
1 (5 units)
ACCOUNTING 2
Introductory Accounting II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Accounting 1 with a satisfactory
grade or better
Students learn how managers use accounting
information in decision-making, planning,
directing operations and controlling. Focuses
on cost terms and concepts, cost behavior, cost
structure and cost-volume-prot-analysis. Includes
issues relating to cost systems, cost control,
prot planning and performance analysis in
manufacturing and service environments.
ACCOUNTING 15
Tax Accounting I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn to prepare Federal and California
income tax returns for individuals, topics include
overview, gross Income, exemptions, deductions,
tax credits, self-employment tax returns and rental
property transactions. This course can be utilized to
meet part of the basic qualication for registering
as tax preparer and the continuing education
requirement of the
California Tax Preparer Act.
ACCOUNTING 17
Payroll Accounting
2 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours
Students learn the procedures and practices involved
in a rm’s payroll system, including familiarizing
students with current laws regarding computation
of regular and overtime pay, withholding of payroll
taxes, computation of employer’s payroll taxes, and
the preparation of payroll tax returns and reports.
ACCOUNTING 21
Bookkeeping and Accounting I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn fundamentals of double-entrée
accounting; the accounting cycle; preparation of the
trial balance; nancial statements, accounting for
merchandise businesses, cash transactions; special
journals etc. Note: Accounting 21 (3 units and Accounting
22 (3 unit) when taken together, are equivalent to
Accounting 1 (5 units)
ACCOUNTING 22
Bookkeeping and Accounting II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite:
Accounting 21 or
Accounting 6
Corequisite: Accounting 42
Students learn accounting for receivables, payables, bad
debts, deferrals and accruals, merchandise inventories,
plant and equipment, accounting for partnerships and
corporations, Cash Flow statement, and comparative
units and Accounting 22 (3 unit) when taken together,
are equivalent to Accounting 1 (5 units)
ACCOUNTING 23
Recordkeeping for Small Business
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the cash basis concept of accounting,
and small business computerized accounting software
using Quickbooks. Students will complete simulated
accounting projects designed for different types of
small business rms using both manual and automated
systems.
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ACCOUNTING 27
Automated Accounting Methods and Procedures II
3 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students use computer applications in the preparation
of special journals, payroll register, bank reconciliation,
aging accounts receivable, inventory costing and
depreciation, analysis of nancial statements.
ACCOUNTING 31
Mathematics of Accounting
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the mathematical fundamentals, bank
reconciliation, payroll computations, depreciation and
allocation of overhead, trade and cash discounts and
other accounting-related math subjects.
ACCOUNTING 55
Accounting Computer Laboratory
1 UNITS
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Accounting 21 or Accounting 6 or Accounting
41 with a satisfactory grade or better
Students learn to use the spreadsheet software
‘Microsoft Excel’ for solving accounting problems and
concepts being studied in other accounting classes.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 1
Introduction to Administration of Justice
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory English 101
The student will be introduced to the characteristics of
the criminal justice system in the United States. Focus is
placed on examining crime measurement, theoretical
explanations of crime, responses to crime, components
of the system, and current challenges to the system.
The course examines the evolution of the principles
and approaches utilized by the justice system and the
evolving forces which have shaped those principals and
approaches. Although justice structure and process is
examined in a cross cultural context, emphasis is placed
on the US justice system, particularly the structure and
function of US police, courts, and corrections. Students
are introduced to the origins and development of
criminal law, legal process, and sentencing and
incarceration policies.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 2
Concepts of Criminal Law
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory English 101
The student will learn the doctrines of criminal liability
in the United States and the classication of crimes
against persons, property, morals, and public welfare.
Special emphasis is placed on the classication of
crime, the general elements of crime, the denitions of
common and statutory law, and the nature of acceptable
evidence. This course utilizes case law and case studies
to introduce students to criminal law. The completion
of this course offers a foundation upon which upper-
division criminal justice course will build. The course
will also include some limited discussion of prosecution
and defense decision making, criminal culpability, and
defenses to crimes.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 3
Legal Aspects of Evidence
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3
hours
The student learns the categories of evidence and
legal rules governing its admission and exclusion in the
criminal process.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 4
Principles and Procedures of the Justice System
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn, through examination and analysis, due
process in criminal proceedings from pre-arrest through
trial and appeal utilizing statutory law and state and
constitutional law precedents.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 5
Criminal Investigation
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the techniques, procedures, and
ethical issues in the investigation of crime, including
organization of the investigative process, crime scene
searches, interviewing and interrogating, surveillance,
source of information, utility of evidence, scientic
analysis of evidence and the role of the investigator in
the trial process.
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ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 6
Patrol Procedures
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the history and development of patrol
philosophy and preparing for eld activities. Topics
covered include, but are not limited to, Ethics in Law
Enforcement; Preparing for Duty; Basic Concepts
of Patrol; Handling Calls for Service; Arrests; and
Investigations and Reports.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 8
Juvenile Procedures
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory English 101
Students learn about the origin, development, and
organization of the Juvenile Justice System as it evolved
in the American Justice System. The course explores
the theories that focus on Juvenile Law, courts and
processes, and the constitutional protections extended
to juveniles administered in the American Justice
System.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 14
Report Writing for Peace Ofcers
3 UNITS(CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn to complete written reports as used by
Law enforcement agencies and present factual material
with clarity, deniteness, and conciseness emphasized.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 16
Recruitment Selection Process
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn of the selection process for employment
with an agency in the criminal justice system. Topics
will include a review of the minimum qualications for
employment as a peace ofcer as determined by the
Commission on Peace Ofcer Standards & Training
(POST) and/or Standards and Training for Corrections
(STC). Specic topics will include the application, written
examination, oral interview, background investigation,
psychology exam, medical exam, polygraph exam, and
physical tness testing. Employment opportunities will
be presented.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 53
Forensic Fingerprint Evidence
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours.
Students learn the history of ngerprinting; ngerprint
pattern types and classication; the searching and
referencing of ngerprints; techniques for taking good
ngerprints; the problems in taking inked ngerprints;
the proper procedure for taking major case prints; and
the preparation of ngerprint charts for court testimony.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 60
Arrest, Search and Seizure
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the laws of search and seizure. Students
learn the interpretations of these laws by the U.S.
Supreme Court. Topics include, but are not limited
to, exceptions to warrant requirements; reasonable
expectation of privacy; and probable cause.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 62
Fingerprint Classication
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
A practical course designed to cover the technical
aspects of ngerprinting. Topics will include pattern
interpretation,classication, taking and lifting of prints,
and searching and ling procedures. Times will be
devoted to laboratory work in the classroom.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 67
Community Relations I
3 UNITS (UC:CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students will learn the complex, dynamic relationship
between communities and the justice system in
addressing crime and conict with an emphasis on
the challenges and prospects of administering justice
within a diverse multicultural population. Topics may
include the consensus and conicting values in Cultural,
Religion, and Law.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 160
Police Organization and Administration
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn to analyze the concept of police
organizations and management styles; addressing the
roles and responsibilities of law enforcement agencies.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 180
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Introduction to Forensics
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students will learn the role of forensics in criminal
investigations. It examines the methods utilized in the
forensic analysis of crime scenes, pattern evidence,
instruments, rearms, questioned documents, and
controlled substances.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 379
Advanced Criminalistics - Forensics I
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Students concentrate on three areas of forensics:
Serology (blood/DNA), blood spatter analysis and
trace evidence. Students use a “hands-on” approach to
identify and collect this type of evidence and learn the
techniques, used by crime-lab criminalists, to analyze
evidence.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 381
Law Enforcement Internship
3 UNITS
The students provide voluntary service to a law
enforcement agency of their choice to determine
whether police work will be a career goal.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 390
Forensic Autopsy
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 391
Firearms Evidence Analysis
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn forensic rearms evidence through the
study of topics including, but not limited to, rearms;
ammunition; ballistics; forensic rearms examination;
gunshot residue examination; and gun-handling tests.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 396
Trafc Collision Investigation
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Advisories: English 28 and 67.
Students concentrate on investigating trafc collisions
by identifying and interpreting forensic evidence as
well as diagramming and measuring scenes. Students
also learn how to understand vehicle and pedestrian
dynamics (behaviors) normally associated after a
collision.
ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE 413
Financial Crimes Investigations
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Advisories: English 28 and 67.
Students concentrate on the criminal and civil
investigation techniques in dealing with the highly
technical eld of nancial crimes. Students analyze
the following crimes: forgery, credit card fraud, nancial
scams, fake identication fraud, computer fraud, internet
crimes and identication fraud (Social Security Number).
AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES 4
The African-American in the History of the
United States I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Note: Meets the Associate in Arts degree requirements
in U.S. History, U.S. Constitution, and California State
and Local Government.
Students analyze historiographical issues in African
American history and how black Americans were
active agents in creating their own history. Emphasis
on the African background of African Americans,
the institution of slavery, the development of the
African American community institutions, and African
American participation in and impact on the Civil War
and Reconstruction.
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AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES 5
The African-American in the History of the United
States II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67
Note: Meets the Associate in Arts degree requirements
in U.S. History, U.S. Constitution, and California State
and Local Government. Transfer Limit UC. Maximum
credit one course from African Am Studies 5, Chicano
Studies 8, and History 12 or 13.
Students analyze historiographical issues in African
American history and how black Americans were
active agents in creating their own history. Emphasis
on ideas of black social thought, political protest and
efforts to create social change from Reconstruction to
the present.
AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES 7
African-Americans and the Political System
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67
Students analyze the relationship of minority
groups to American Politics with emphasis on African
Americans in the political system. This course gives an
in-depth study of the distribution of political power
at the Federal and State levels, African American
political thought, ranging from early 18th and 19th
emigrations sentiments to the nationalist exhortations
of contemporary African American culture, including
African American feminist and socialist thought.
AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES 20
African-American Literature I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67
Students survey African American writers, covering
all types of literatures (slave narrative, poetry, novels,
etc.) to develop a positive attitude towards reading and
understanding the progression of American culture as
interpreted by African American writers.
AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES 60
African-American Music
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
A study of African-American Music and their inuences
on folk spirituals, gospels, concert music, opera, ballet,
blues and jazz underscoring styles, characteristics,
origin and contributions by African-American Artists.
Credit allowed Credit allowed for only one of African
America 60 and Music 135.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 1
American Sign Language I
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 4 hours
In this course students develop basic grammar
and lexical prociency in American Sign Language.
Emphasis is placed on comprehension skills. Overview
of topics include pronouns, colors, interrogatives,
negations, schools, people, family relationships,
work, life events, daily activities. transportations, time/
calendar, ngerspelling. Functional/notional discourse
behavior are developed including conversational
openers, greetings, identifying, introducing, asking/
requesting, responding, comparing /contrasting. This
course also incorporates vital aspects of the Deaf culture
and community.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 2
American Sign Language II
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 4 hours
Prerequisite: American Sign Language 1 with a satisfactory
grade or better.
In this course students complete the study of elementary
vocabulary and grammar begun in ASL 1. Emphasis is
placed on the development of inectional and non-
manual behavior patterns. Students continue to examine
selected aspects of Deaf culture and community within
receptive and expressive conversations. An overview
of topics includes: grammatical features, such as,
syntax, pronominalization, verb aspect/modulation,
tense, number incorporation, adverbials, adjectival,
topicalization, spatialization; interactive behaviors,
such as, requests, turn-taking, making suggestions,
giving feedback, interrupting; and cultural topics, such
as, myths, social and political organizations, signaling
devices, and technology within the Deaf community.
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AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 3
American Sign Language Ill
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 4 hours
Prerequisite: American Sign Language 2 with a
satisfactory grade.
Students continue the development of prociency
in American Sign Language grammar with special
emphasis on idiomatic constructions. Conversational
techniques with a focus on expressive skills is further
developed. Students continue to expand the study of
Deaf cultural issues.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 25
Conversational American Sign Language
2 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours.
Prerequisite: A S L 002 with a satisfactory grade or better.
Provides opportunities for practical conversation on
everyday topics, cultural material, and expansion of
vocabulary according to student interest or need.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE 30
Finger Spelling I
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour Labrotory 1 hour..
Develops skills in expressive and receptive use of
problems and techniques for corrections. [Overview of
topics include: hand positioning (location and angle),
pauses/transitions.]
ANATOMY 1
Introduction to Human Anatomy
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Advisory: English 28, Math 125 and Biology 3.
Structural organization of the human body: gross and
microscopic structure of the integumentary, skeletal,
muscular, nervous, sensory, endocrine, cardiovascular,
lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, excretory, and
reproductive systems, from cellular to organ system
levels of organization.
ANTHROPOLOGY 101
Human Biological Evolution
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn about human evolution by examining
evolutionary theory, human genetics, classication,
primate behavior, the hominid fossil record and modern
human variation. Students will be able to underline the
historical path to natural selection, describe the ve
factors of the evolutionary process, identify biological
characteristics of primates, discuss features of primate
behavior, diagram the origin of mankind through
comparing skulls from the hominid fossil record, and
interpret modern human variation.
ANTHROPOLOGY 102
Human Ways of life: Cultural
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students are introduced to the eld of socio-cultural
anthropology and will examine the diversity of human
life around the world. Topics covered include the
“culture” concept, ethnography, language, kinship,
gender, religion, political and economic organization,
globalization and culture change. The objectives of this
course are (1) to employ a relative perspective in the
appreciation of the world’s cultural diversity, and (2) to
apply case studies to describe this variation.
ANTHROPOLOGY 103
Archaeology: Reconstructing the Human Past
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory English 28 and 67.
This course is an exploration of the theories and methods
of contemporary archaeology and offers a narrative on
prehistory. Students will interpret the peopling of the
planet and the rise of civilization using the archaeological
record.
ANTHROPOLOGY 121
Anthropology of Religion, Magic and Witchcraft
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn about the origins and varieties of
religious beliefs and practices cross-culturally. Topics
include mythology, symbolism, shamanism, traditional
healing, altered states of consciousness, magic,
divination, witchcraft, and the question of cults.
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ANTHROPOLOGY 151
Visual Anthropology: Exploring Culture Through
Film Mixed Media
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Labrotory .5 hour.
Advisory: Cinema 2 and Photo 7
Students survey and analyze the use of lm and
video in anthropological research, teaching, theory and
methodology. Films are studied for their anthropological
content and as artifacts of western culture, which
reveal signicant aspects of that culture. Students learn
techniques in video and audio production in the
creation of a nal visual product.
ANTHROPOLOGY 385
Directed Study - Anthropology
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students pursue directed study in Anthropology on
a contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor.
ARABIC 1
Elementary Arabic I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67
Student learns the fundamentals of the Arabic
pronunciation and grammar structure. The student
receives practical material for simple conversation
based on everyday experiences and basic facts on the
geography, customs and culture of the Arabic speaking
world.
ARABIC 2
Elementary Arabic II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours Labrotory 1 hour
Prerequisite: Arabic 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students complete learning elementary Arabic grammar
and begin reading and writing relatively more advanced
elementary texts. They continue with the study of the
cultures of countries that speak Arabic.
ARMENIAN 1
Elementary Armenian I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours Laboratory 1 hour
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
The student completes the fundamentals of
pronunciation and elementary grammar, practical
vocabulary and useful phrases to understand, read and
write simple Armenian.
ARMENIAN 2
Elementary Armenian II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours Laboratory 1 hour
Prerequisite: Armenian 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The students learn the elementary grammar, reading
and comprehension of simple text, with emphasis on
oral expression. It also includes an introductory study
of Armenian culture to complement comprehension
of language.
ART 185
Directed Study - Art
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour.
Students pursue on their own an in depth study of a
subject of special interest to them in studio art. Students
work independently but consult with the instructor on a
weekly basis to critique their work.
ART 201
Drawing I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Students apply elements and principles of design to the
practice of drawing, employing a wide range of subject
matter, drawing techniques and media. They develop
observation based and technical drawing skills and
hone their creative responses to materials and subject
matter.
ART 202
Drawing II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 201
Students explore artistic concepts, styles and creative
expression related to intermediate drawing, focusing
on complex subject matter and concepts using a variety
of drawing media, techniques and methodologies.
Students further develop technical and observational
skills introduced in Drawing I, while arriving at
personalized approaches to content and materials in
exercises covering multiple historical and contemporary
approaches to drawing.
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ART 204
Life Drawing I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 201 with a satisfactory grade.
Co-requisite: Art 501.
Students draw the live model in various drawing
media, employing foundational drawing principles and
methods. They develop observation-based and technical
drawing skills and hone their creative responses by
drawing the human gure at the introductory level.
ART 205
Life Drawing II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 204 with a satisfactory grade.
Students draw the live model in various drawing
media, employing foundational drawing principles and
methods. They develop observation-based and technical
drawing skills and hone their creative responses by
drawing the human gure at the intermediate level.
ART 206
Life Drawing III
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 205 with a satisfactory grade.
Students draw the live model in various drawing media
at an advanced level, building upon techniques from
Art 205. Different media, methods, and subject matter
are employed to hone creativity and support the
development of personal style.
ART 209
Perspective Drawing I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 201 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn to draw three-dimensional objects in
space using measured vanishing point systems along
with direct observation and freehand drawing. They
explore methods of drawing cast shadows and mirror
reections in perspective.
ART 250
Introduction to Digital Art
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hours. Laboratory 5 hours.
Corequisite: Art 501 with a satisfactory grade.
Note: Art 250 will combine and replace Art 633 and 639
Students are introduced to fundamental concepts,
practices, and theories of digital art production. Topics
include integration of traditional design, color, and
compositional principles with contemporary digital
tools.
ART 285
Directed Study- Art
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Students pursue on their own an in depth study of a
subject of special interest to them in studio art. Students
create art works of special interest to them under
guidance of the instructor.
ART 300
Introduction to Painting
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 201 and 501 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn the principles, elements, and practices of
painting. The course focuses on exploration of painting
materials, perceptual skills and color theory, paint
mixing and technique, as well as creative responses to
materials and subject matter.
ART 301
Watercolor Painting I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 300 with a satisfactory grade.
Students expand their knowledge of painting, focusing
on composition and color techniques in watercolor
media while continuing to explore art concepts,
content, and imagery as applied to personal expression.
ART 302
Watercolor Painting II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 301 with a satisfactory grade.
Students apply advanced techniques and explore
concepts in color, composition, and surfaces.
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ART 304
Acrylic Painting I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 201 and 501 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn a variety of techniques employing acrylic
paints and related grounds and tools. A variety of
subject matter is used to introduce a series of stylistic
approaches.
ART 305
Acrylic Painting II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 304 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn to employ acrylic paints and related
grounds and tools at an intermediate level, building
upon techniques from Art 304. A variety of subject
matter is used to support the development of stylistic
approaches.
ART 306
Acrylic Painting Ill
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 305 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn to employ acrylic paints and related
grounds and tools at an advanced level, building upon
techniques from Art 305. A variety of subject matter is
used to support the development of personal style.
ART 307
Oil Painting I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 201 and Art 501 with satisfactory grades
or better Students learn methods and techniques of
painting using the medium of oil paint with its related
grounds and tools. Different subjects are used to
introduce a variety of stylistic approaches.
ART 308
Oil Painting II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 307 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn methods and techniques of painting
using the medium of oil paint with its related grounds
and tools at an intermediate level, building upon
techniques from Art 307. Different subjects are used to
support the development of stylistic approaches.
ART 309
Oil Painting Ill
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 308 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn methods and techniques of painting
using the medium of oil paint with its related grounds
and tools at an advanced level, building upon
techniques from Art 308. Different subjects are used to
support the development of personal style.
ART 385
Directed Study- Art
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students pursue directed study in studio art on a
contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor.
ART 400
Introduction to Printmaking
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 201 and 501 with satisfactory grades or
better
Students practice various forms of platemaking and
printing. Emphasis will be placed on the development
of visual ideas and printmaking techniques.
ART 401
Etching I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
with a satisfactory grade.
Students practice various forms of etching and printing.
Emphasis will be placed on the development of visual
ideas and etching techniques.
ART 402
Etching II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 401 with a satisfactory grade.
Students practice various forms of etching and printing.
Emphasis will be placed on the development of visual
ideas and advanced etching techniques
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ART 407
Relief Printmaking I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 402 with a
satisfactory grade.
Students practice various forms of platemaking and
printing in the relief process. Emphasis will be placed
on the development of visual ideas and relief printing
techniques.
ART 501
Beginning Two-Dimensional Design
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Students learn concepts, applications, and historical
references related to the creation of two-dimensional
art and design, utilizing the basic visual elements and
design principles in studio art projects, developing a
visual vocabulary for analysis and creative expression.
The course includes problem-solving studio projects,
lectures, presentations, and written assignments. This
course is a prerequisite for many courses in studio art
and graphic design.
ART 502
Beginning Three-Dimensional Design
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Students explore concepts, applications, and historical
references related to three-dimensional design and
spatial composition.
ART 604
Graphic Design I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 633 or Art 250 with satisfactory grades.
Students learn the fundamentals of graphic design—
the eld: its terminology, tools, and working methods.
Emphasis is placed on computer layout skills and
their application to creative visual communication,
with strong emphasis on typographical technical and
historical elements.
ART 605
Graphic Design II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 604 or Art 250 with satisfactory grades.
Co-requisite: Art 639.
Students apply graphic design principles using
computer graphic rendering. Emphasis is placed on
comprehensive layouts for advertising design and
graphics and include product rendering with the
integration of typographical elements.
ART 606
Graphic Design Ill
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 605 and Art 639 or 250 with
satisfactory grades.
Students apply more advanced graphic design
principles using computer graphics. Emphasis is placed
on the creation of illustrations and digital images and
their integration into page layout software to produce
press-ready graphics.
ART 620
Illustration 1
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 201 with a satisfactory grade.
Co-requisite: Art 501.
Students apply drawing, rendering and media
techniques and composition skills to problems in
commercial illustration, pictorial art for publications and
advertising.
ART 633
Introduction to Computer Graphics
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 501 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn the fundamentals of computer graphics
using Adobe Illustrator. The MacIntosh operating
system, color modes, le formats, basic scanning and
digital printing techniques as well as web research is
also surveyed.
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ART 634
Computer Graphics 1: 3D Computer Graphics
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 633 or Art 250 with a satisfactory grade.
Students explore three-dimensional digital design
techniques, concepts and applications employed as tools
in graphic design. Students focus on three-dimensional
modeling and rendering techniques in the creation of
objects and environments for graphics and multimedia.
ART 639
Introduction to Digital Imaging
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 633 or Art 250 with a satisfactory grade
Students learn the fundamentals of still-image
manipulation using Adobe Photoshop.
ART 645
Introduction to Web Site Design
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 639 or Art 250 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn the basic concepts and techniques
used in designing web sites employing the principles
of design, color theory, typography, and composition.
Software includes, but is not limited to the current
versions of Adobe Dreamweaver and Photoshop.
ART 700
Introduction to Sculpture
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 501 and 502 with a satisfactory grade.
Advisory: Art 201.
Students practice three-dimensional sculptural
principles, techniques and concepts utilizing a wide
range of materials and practices. Various sculpting
methods are practiced with attention to creative self-
expression and historical context.
ART 701
Sculpture I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
with a satisfactory grade.
Students practice various forms of sculpture including
the armature. Emphasis will be placed on the
development of visual ideas and sculptural techniques.
ART 702
Sculpture II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
with a satisfactory grade.
Students will be challenged with advanced problems
in sculpture. Students will be encouraged to explore
individual creativity, materials and processes.
ART 708
Introduction to Ceramics
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Students learn the different kinds of ceramic materials,
concepts, and processes including basic design principles,
creative development, hand-building, throwing, glaze
techniques, ring and ceramic terminology. Students
explore the aesthetics and creative development of
clay objects examining historical, contemporary, and
personal modes of expression across cultures.
ART 709
Ceramics I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Art 501 and 708 with a satisfactory grade.
Advisory: Art 502
The student continues the study of ceramic processes,of
the physical and chemical characteristics of clay, with an
emphasis placed on ceramic design and glaze chemistry.
ART HISTORY 103
Art Appreciation
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101.
The student learns about art forms and media
in traditional and contemporary styles including
terminology and problems of denition, meaning, and
evaluation in the visual arts.
ART HISTORY 110
Survey of Western Art History I
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101.
The student explores the development of art and
architecture from prehistory through the medieval
period, emphasizing the cultural context of the West,
and its major points of contact with the non-European
world.
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ART HISTORY 120
Survey of Western Art History II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101.
Students learn about the development of Art from the
time of the Renaissance to Contemporary Art. Emphasis
is placed on the cultural context of the West while major
points of artistic contact with the Non-European world is
considered.This course provides an overview of art and
architecture from the Renaissance to the Modernism.
ART HISTORY 130
Survey of Asian Art History
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101.
The student learns about the development of Asian
art from prehistoric times through the 20th Century
including the artistic traditions and histories of China,
India, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. The student
considers how cultural, political, and religious forces
inuenced the arts and explore how the various regions
of Asia formed and inuenced one another.
ART HISTORY 139
Introduction to Islamic Art
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101.
The student examines the global historical development
of Islamic visual art (including painting, sculpture,
architecture, and other forms) and its historical and
cultural context.
ART HISTORY 140 (FORMERLY ART 109)
Survey of Arts of Africa, Oceania, and Ancient
America
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101.
Students learn about the visual culture within select
regions in Africa, Oceania and indigenous North
America.
ART HISTORY 151
Introduction to Latin American Art
3 UNITS (UC:CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101.
The students examine the art and architecture of Latin
America, beginning with Pre-Columbian period, but
focus primarily on the 19th to 21st centuries. Students
explore major historical periods of Latin American history
and visual culture, which include an introduction to pre-
Hispanic civilizations, Colonial rule and Independence,
the emergence of Modernism and the Avant-garde, and
contemporary art and architecture in Latin America. They
gain an understanding of underlying social, economic,
political and religious context of the production and use
of the works of art considered.
ART HISTORY 171
Introduction to Global Contemporary Art
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101.
Students learn about thematic and historical
developments of Contemporary visual art (including
painting, sculpture, architecture, new media, and other
forms), produced by the global community.
ASTRONOMY 1
Elementary Astronomy
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
A fascinating look into the general principles and the
fundamental facts of astronomy. This introductory
course is designed for the non technical student. Topics
covered include the history and science of astronomy,
the solar system, our sun, stars, galaxies and cosmology.
No college math preparation is needed. If a student
wishes to transfer this as a lab science course, the
student must also complete Astronomy 5.
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ASTRONOMY 5
Fundamentals of Astronomy Laboratory
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Co-requisite: Astronomy 1 or 10 or 11
Astronomy 5 laboratory course offers a presentation of
the methods and techniques used by astronomers to
determine the nature of the universe. This course uses
some very basic mathematics, and can be taken by non-
science and/or science majors. When taken together
with Astronomy 1 or Astronomy 10 or Astronomy 11,
a student’s ‘science with a lab’ transfer and graduation
requirement is met. Topics covered in Astronomy
5 include star names, asterisms and constellations,
sky motion, planet motion, orbital motion, stellar
brightness, stellar spectrum, crater formation, star
clusters, galaxies and deep sky objects. An important
part of the course involves working with and learning the
operation of astronomical instruments and equipment
including celestial globes, astrolabes, azimuth sundials,
astronomical binoculars and computer controlled
telescopes.
ASTRONOMY 11
Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
This conceptual course surveys the universe
beyond the solar system. Students learn about stars,
stellar evolution, black holes, galaxies, the big bang,
cosmology and the possibility to extraterrestrial life.
BIOLOGY 3
Introduction to Biology
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Advisory: English 21.
Credit not allowed for Biology 3, 3H to students who
have previous credit for Biology 1, 6, 23, 25.
In this survey course for non-majors, students learn
general biological principles, activities, and the
relationships of living organisms to each other and the
world they live in with emphasis on their correlations to
the human organism. The course includes a study of the
nutritional, medical, and genet1c aspects of the modern
world.
BIOLOGY 6
General Biology I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Mathematics 125 and Chemistry 60 with a
satisfactory grade or equivalent.
Advisory: English 21 or equivalent.
This class is designed for general biology majors and
pre professional students, students examine and learn
the principles of molecular biology, cell structure and
function, genetics, evolution and organization at the tissue
level in pants and animals. UC limit: No credit allowed for
Biology 1, 3, 23 or 25 if taken after Biology 6.
BIOLOGY 7
General Biology II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Biology 6 and Chemistry 60 with a
satisfactory grade or equivalent. Advisory: Eligibility for
English 21 or equivalent.
In this class designed for general biology majors and
pre-professional students, students examine and learn
the diversity, structure, and the life processes of plants
and animals as well as the principles of organization
at the organ and organ system levels, embryology,
ecology and behavior.
BIOLOGY 25
Human Biology
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: Eligibility for English 21 or equivalent.
Credit not allowed for Biology 25 to students who have
previous credit for Biology 1, 3, 6, 23.
In this survey course for the non-science major, students
explain the principle human organ systems according
to structure and function and examine the problems of
pollution, population control and preservation of the
natural environment.
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BUSINESS 1
Introduction to Business
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students engage in a multidisciplinary examination
of how culture, society, economic systems, legal,
international, political, nancial institutions, and human
behavior interact to affect a business organization’s
policy and practices within the U.S. and a global society.
The course demonstrates how these inuences impact
the primary areas of business including: Organizational
structure and design; leadership, human resource
management, risk management and insurance,
organized labor practices, ethics and social responsibility,
marketing, organizational communication, e-business/
technology, entrepreneurship, legal, accounting, and
nancial practices, and the stock and securities market;
and therefore how they affect a business’ ability to
achieve its organizational goals.
BUSINESS 15
Business Statistics
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 125 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
The student learns measures of Central Tendency,
Measures of Dispersion. Normal Distribution,
Hypothesis Testing, Correlation and Analysis of Variance.
UC limit: Maximum one course from Mathematics 225,
227 and Business 15.
BUSINESS 17
Computer Graphics for Business
3 UNITS
A comprehensive course in business graphics covering
types of business graphics, their uses and techniques
for generating graphics emphasizing computer
usage, computer techniques and current computer
graphics software. The student learns types of Excel
and PowerPoint programs and how these applications
are used in business.
BUSINESS 38
Business Computations
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Note: Credit allowed for only one of Business 38 or
Accounting 31.
Students learn basic mathematics, beginning with
whole numbers and solving word problems, fractions,
decimals, checking accounts, basic algebra, percents
and their applications. The course covers business
pplications of mathematics, including trade and cash
discounts, markups and markdowns, payroll, simple
interest and promissory notes and compound interest.
BUSINESS 911
Cooperative Education- Business
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
Students receive credit for approved internships,
including cooperative education and work experience
with an employer in the eld of Business under the
direction of the Cooperative Education Director. The
work-site must be approved by the Department Chair.
The internship course will assist students in acquiring
desirable work habits, attitudes and career awareness.
Students must work 75 hours paid or 60 hours non-paid.
BUSINESS 921
Cooperative Education - Business
2 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 2 hour.
Students receive credit for approved internships, including
cooperative education and work experience with an
employer in the eld of Business under the direction of
the Cooperative Education Director. The work-site must
be approved by the Department Chair.The internship
course will assist students in acquiring desirable work
habits, attitudes and career awareness. Students must
work 75 hours paid or 60 hours non-paid.
BUSINESS 931
Cooperative Education - Business
3 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students receive credit for approved internships,
including cooperative education and work experience
with an employer in the eld of Business under the
direction of the Cooperative Education Director. The
work-site must be approved by the Department Chair.
The internship course will assist students in acquiring
desirable work habits, attitudes and career awareness.
Students must work 225 paid hours or 180 volunteer
hours during the semester.
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BUSINESS 941
Cooperative Education - Business
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 4 hours
Students receive credit for approved internships,
including cooperative education and work experience
with an employer in the eld of Business under the
direction of the Cooperative Education Director. The
work-site must approved by the Department Chair.
The internship course will assist students in acquiring
desirable work habits, attitudes and career awareness.
Students must work 300 paid hours or 240 volunteer
hours during the semester.
CAOT 1
Computer Keyboarding and Document
Applications I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Students will develop a salable skill--computer
keyboarding by touch; minimum speed at end of course,
30 wpm accurately; formatting of letters, memos, tables,
and simple reports using word processing software.
CAOT 2
Computer Keyboarding and Document
Applications II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: CAOT 1 or equivalent.
Students master the keyboard (letters, numbers, and
symbols) by touch. Minimum speed at end of course
of 40 accurately; formatting of mailable advanced
letters, tables, reports, memos, and desktop published
documents using Microsoft Word.
CAOT 3
Computer Keyboarding III
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisites: Completion of CAOT 2 and CAOT 84 or
equivalent.
Student develops production skills in using advanced
features of Microsoft Word to create properly formatted
business documents. Includes composition at keyboard,
decision making, and timed production of letters, tables,
and reports. Develops minimum speed at end of course
of 50 wpm. Keyboarding I, II, and III are sequential
courses and should be completed in that order.
CAOT 7
Machine Transcription
3 UNITS
Prerequisite: CAOT 31 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Advisory: CAOT 1 or ability to key 30wpm.
Students develop prociency in operating transcribing
software on the computer to accurately transcribe a
variety of business documents from taped dictation using
word processing software. Students thoroughly review
English fundamentals and strengthen keyboarding and
proofreading skills.
CAOT 9
Computer Keyboarding Improvement
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: CAOT 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students will improve keyboarding procedures through
continued emphasis on correct keyboarding techniques
and develops speed and accuracy through timed writings
and corrective drills.
CAOT 14
Microcomputer Ofce Applications: PowerPoint
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: CAOT 82 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Develops prociency in the operation of Microsoft
PowerPoint. Provides an overview of presentation
design principles. Develops the skill to create, modify,
and retrieve various presentations, the skill to integrate
PowerPoint with other programs, the skill to use
PowerPoint templates, fonts, graphics, transitions,
sound, and animation. Students will learn to outline
presentations, create dynamic slides, and develop slide
shows based on business topics. Prepares students for
certication exam.
CAOT 20
Medical Ofce Procedures
5 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisites: CAOT 2 or 31 with a satisfactory grade
and equivalent. Advisory: CAOT 44.
Students learn prociency in typing medical documents,
case histories, medical reports, history and physicals.
Additionally, students learn about medical ethics and
sensitivity training for the medical ofce, privacy laws,
telephone etiquette, medical ling and handling of
condential documents, scheduling appoints in a variety
of medical facilities and medical insurance.
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CAOT 23
Legal Ofce Procedures I
5 UNITS
Lecture 5 hours
Advisories: CAOT 2 and 31 with satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students planning to become legal secretaries are provided
ofce procedures and administration for legal secretaries
and ofces duties. Discussions include different types of
equipment and software systems used; various types of
law practices, organizational structures; preparation of civil,
criminal, and federal Iawsuit pleadings.
CAOT 31
Business English
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students develop the basic language skills needed
to communicate effectively in today’s workplace.
Students will learn fundamental English grammar and
punctuation rules as they relate to written and oral
communication in business. After successful completion
of this course, students will be prepared for CAOT 32,
Business Communications.
CAOT 32
Business Communications
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisites: CAOT 31 and English 101 with a
satisfactory grade or equivalent.
Advisory: CAOT 1
The course begins with the theory of written and oral
communication. Students analyze business situations
and plan, organize, write, and revise business letters,
interofce memorandums, business reports, business
presentations, plus improve their general and business
vocabularies. This includes the application of business
communications and principles of writing. Messages are
broken into their component parts for a critical analysis
of organization and content, style, tone, grammar,
format, and appearance.
CAOT 33
Records Management And Filing
2 UNITS
Students learn creation, storage, disposition and
preservation of all types of documents using alphabetic,
geographic, numeric, and subject methods. Includes
introduction to database records management on a
microcomputer.
CAOT 34
Business Terminology
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
The student practices the specialized vocabulary used
in modern business communications, including correct
denition, spelling, pronunciation, and effective usage.
CAOT 43
Ofce Procedures
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisites: CAOT 1 and CAOT 31 with satisfactory
grades or better.
Students develop knowledge of automated ofce skills
and develop attitudes for success on the job.
CAOT 44
Medical Terminology
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students develop an understanding of medical
terminology through a study of word roots, prexes,
and sufxes and body systems. Students’ emphasis is
also given to spelling, pronunciation, and denitions.
CAOT 46
Medical Transcription
3 UNITS
Prerequisites: CAOT 2 and CAOT 31 with satisfactory
grades or equivalent.
Advisory: CAOT 44 or equivalent.
The student develops a prociency in accurately
transcribing medical documents, including medical
letters, chart notes, history and physicals, and reports
from CDs and/or through the Internet. Correct
spelling, proofreading, correct terminology usage, and
abbreviations are emphasized. Students simultaneously
review anatomy and major body systems.
CAOT 47
Applied Ofce Practice
2 UNITS
Laboratory 5 hours
Prerequisite: CAOT 1 with a satisfactory grade .
The student will learn practical experience in working in an
ofce on campus and lectures relating to ofce behavior,
productivity, motivation, and interpersonal skills.
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CAOT 49
Machine Transcription for Legal Secretaries
3 UNITS
Prerequisites: CAOT 2 and 31 with satisfactory grades or
equivalent. Advisory: CAOT 23
Students develop prociency in operating transcribing
machines to transcribe legal correspondence and
documents, including court documents, from cassette
tape. Emphasis is placed on spelling, proofreading,
formatting, and the meaning of legal terms.
CAOT 64
Computer Applications and Ofce Technologies
Laboratory
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Co-requisite: CAOT 1.
Students in Computer Applications and Ofce
Technologies classes receive additional time on
computers to work with all the software that is offered
in the Department. Students must complete a minimum
of 32 hours per semester. In addition to lab hours that
are required for any other classes student is enrolled in.
Pass/No Pass.
CAOT 79
Word Processing Applications
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisites: CAOT 84 and CAOT 31 or CAOT 82 and
with satisfactory grades or equivalent.
Students develop further skill in preparing a variety of
business documents on a personal computer. Includes
advanced techniques using Microsoft Word. Covers
formats for letters, memos, reports, tables, outlines, form
documents, graphics, desktop publishing, and merged
documents. Prepares students for certication exam.
CAOT 82
Microcomputer Software
Survey in the Ofce
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisites: CAOT 1 and CAOT 98 with satisfactory
grades or equivalent.
Students learn to use the microcomputer and
commercially available software used in business
ofce. Course provides hands on introduction to word
processing, database, spreadsheet, graphics, desktop
publishing and presentation design software.
CAOT 84
Microcomputer Ofce Applications:
Word Processing
3 UNITS (CSU)
Advisories: ESL Level 5A and completion of CAOT 1 with
a satisfactory grade or equivalent.
Students use basic and advanced commands in
Microsoft Word or other word processing software to
create, format, edit, save, and print documents including
letters, tables, reports, charts and merge documents
and use document collaboration and integration tools.
Use desktop publishing features to create newsletters,
brochures, iers, résumés, and online forms.
CAOT 85
Microcomputer Ofce Applications: Spreadsheet
3 UNITS (CSU)
Students learn ofce spreadsheet applications using a
PC and spreadsheet application software, such as Excel.
Students are taught to create, edit, format, and print
worksheets; construct graphs and build databases that
utilize the data table function.
CAOT 86
Microcomputer Ofce Applications: Database
3 UNITS (CSU)
Advisory: CAOT 1.
The students learn ofce database applications using
a relational database program, such as MS Access.
Records design, le creation and maintenance, data
manipulation, report formats, and printing are covered.
Ofce applications, such as records for personnel,
inventory, and sales, are emphasized. Graphing and
integration with a word processing program to produce
automated mailings are included.
CAOT 88
Microcomputer Ofce Applications: Desktop
Publishing
3 UNITS (CSU)
The student gains knowledge and skills necessary to
use personal computers, printers and various desktop
publishing software and produces camera ready, near
typeset quality reports, newsletters, brochures, yers,
business forms, and presentations.
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CAOT 93
Legal Document Production
2 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours
Prerequisites: CAOT 2 and CAOT 84 with satisfactory
grades or equivalent.
Co-requisite: Law 2
Students produce legal documents and judicial forms
using a computer. Emphasis is placed on the standards
used in legal procedures for various areas of law.
CAOT 97
Introduction to the Internet
3 UNITS
Student will learn an overview of the use of the Internet
for the ofce professional. It covers Internet tools used
in business such as electronic mail, browsers, search
engines, virtual meetings, messaging, research, le
sharing, remote access, social networking in business,
and the creation of Web pages.
CAOT 98
Microcomputer Ofce Applications: Introduction to
Windows
3 UNITS
Students prepare to work in the Windows environment.
Emphasizes the features of Windows, including
changing and creating icons, opening and closing
windows and other applications, responding to dialog
boxes, and working with directories.
CAOT 105
School-to-Work-Portfolio
2 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours
Prerequisite: CAOT 31 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students prepare a comprehensive professional
portfolio that contains a resume, cover letter, application
for employment, reference letters, and personal
achievement. The course will also include career
planning, networking with business and industry, and
job search using the Internet and other resources.
CAOT 112
Microcomputer Ofce Applications: Web Page
Design
3 UNITS (CSU)
Students will learn the most important topics of Web
page design. The course emphasizes creating a new
website, integrating a database , styles, and working
with HTML code.
CAOT 126
Introduction to Medical Coding/Billing
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours Prerequisite: CAOT 44. Advisories:
English 28 and 67
Students learn the comprehensive overview of medical
insurance and billing procedures with introductory
instruction in CPT and ICD-9-CM basic coding
procedures. Basic medical insurance procedures for
commercial and government insurance plans such as
Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare/
Champva, Workers Compensation, and Disability
insurance will be covered. HIPAA (Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act) will be reinforced
throughout the course. Introduction to electronic
medical billing practice management and electronic
claims billing will be presented and utilized throughout
the course.
CAOT 385
Directed Study- Computer Application Ofce
Technology
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
In this course students pursue directed study in Computer
Applications and Ofce Technologies on a contract basis
under the direction of a supervising instructor.
CAOT 911
Cooperative Education 911 - CAOT
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
Students receive credit for approved internships with
an employer in the eld of Computer Applications
and Ofce Technologies under the direction of the
Cooperative Education Director. The internship course
will assist students in acquiring desirable work habits,
attitudes and career awareness. The worksite will be
approved by the Department Chair. Students must work
75 hours paid or 60 hours non-paid.
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CAOT 921
Cooperative Education 921 - CAOT
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Students receive credit for approved internships with
an employer in the eld of Computer Applications
and Ofce Technologies under the direction of the
Cooperative Education Director. The internship course
will assist students in acquiring desirable work habits,
attitudes and career awareness. The work site will be
approved by the Department Chair. Students must work
150 hours paid or 120 hours non-paid.
CAOT 931
Cooperative Education 931 - CAOT
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students receive credit for approved internships with
an employer in the eld of Computer Applications
and Ofce Technologies under the direction of the
Cooperative Education Director. The internship course
will assist students in acquiring desirable work habits,
attitudes and career awareness. The work-site will be
approved by the Department Chair. Students must work
150 hours paid or 120 hours non-paid.
CAOT 941
Cooperative Education 941 - CAOT
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 4 hours
Students receive credit for approved internships with
an employer in the eld of Computer Applications
and Ofce Technologies under the direction of the
Cooperative Education Director. The internship course
will assist students in acquiring desirable work habits,
attitudes and career awareness. The work-site will be
approved by the Department Chair. Students must work
300 hours paid or 240 hours non-paid.STRY
TRANSFER LIMITS: UC gives no credit for Chemistry
51, 60, 68 if taken after Chemistry 101.
CHEMISTRY ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
Enrollment in all chemistry classes is based on completion
of the required prerequisites with satisfactory grades or
better.
Students enrolling in Chemistry 60 or 68 who have not
completed Math 115 or the equivalent must take the
mathematics placement assessment prior to enrolling in
either of these courses. Students enrolling in Chemistry
101 who have not completed Chemistry 60, 65 or
68 or equivalent must pass the Chemistry Readiness
Exam in order to enroll in this course. Please contact the
Assessment Ofce at 323.953.4000 ext. 2264 for more
information.
Students enrolling in Chemistry 101 and 102 who have
not completed Math 125 or the equivalent must take the
mathematics placement assessment prior to enrolling in
either of these courses.
I
t is recommended that all chemistry students complete
English 28 and 67 or the equivalent. Students who have
completed the prerequisites for chemistry courses outside
of the Los Angeles Community College District must submit
proof of prerequisite completion to the Counseling Ofce
prior to enrollment in chemistry courses.
INFORMATION FOR PRE-NURSING STUDENTS:
AJI LACC pre-nursing students must complete
Chemistry 60 with a satisfactory grade to satisfy the
chemistry requirement for the LACC Nursing Program.
CHEMISTRY 60
Introduction to General Chemistry
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 115 or appropriate score on
the placement assessment.
A student learns nomenclature of elements and inorganic
compounds, ionic and covalent bonding, atomic
structure, molecular geometry, chemical reactions,
problem solving, measurements, stiochiometry, states
of matter and related energy concepts, gas laws,
aqueous and solution chemistry, quantum theory,
periodic properties, colligative properties, and acid
base concepts. This course is a survey of basic chemistry
topics with laboratory, emphasizing fundamental
principles of inorganic and physical chemistry.
Laboratory exercises are quantitative in nature and
are related to the lecture topics. This course serves as
preparation for major's chemistry, allied health, and
general education, and meets the IGETC and CSU
general education requirements for physical science
with laboratory. This course prepares students for
Chemistry 101 and satises the chemistry requirement
for the LACC Nursing Program.
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CHEMISTRY 101
General Chemistry I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 6 hours.
Prerequisite: Chemistry 60 or 65 or 68 and Mathematics
125
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
The student learns nomenclature, atomic structure,
quantum theory, bonding theories and molecular geometry,
chemical equations, stoichiometry, thermochemistry,
solid, liquid and gaseous states and related forces,
gas laws, solutions and colligative properties, periodic
relationships, and acid base theories. Laboratory exercises
are quantitative in nature and are related to the lecture
topics. This is the rst semester of a one-year course in
chemistry intended for majors in the natural sciences
(chemistry, biochemistry, biology, physics, pre-medicine),
mathematics, and engineering.
CHEMISTRY 102
General Chemistry II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 6 hours.
PREREQUISITE: Chemistry 101 with a satisfactory grade
or better.
ADVISORY: Eligibility for English 28 and 67 or 31.
DESCRIPTION: The students receive in lectures the
theory and application of chemical kinetics, general and
aqueous equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry,
nuclear chemistry, descriptive chemistry, structure
and bonding in transition metal complexes and
carbon compounds. In the laboratory students apply
what is learned in lecture to experiments in reaction
kinetics, chemical qualitative analysis, chemical and
spectroscopic quantitative analysis, potentiometric
titration techniques, and electrochemistry.
CHEMISTRY 185
Directed Study - Chemistry
1 UNIT (CSU) (RPT 2)
Lecture 1 hour.
Prerequisite: Chemistry 102. Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students pursue Directed Study in Chemistry on a
contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor. Laboratory and literature research is
performed.
CHEMISTRY 211
Organic Chemistry for Science Majors I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisites: Chemistry 102 with a satisfactory grade or
better..
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n this the rst part of a two-course sequence students learn
structure, nomenclature, stereochemistry, preparation
and mechanisms of reactions of aliphatic and aromatic
hydrocarbons and their derivatives. Students also learn a
mechanistic approach to reactions and a focus on multistep
synthesis throughout the course. The laboratory presents
the techniques of preparation, where students learn
isolation and analysis of organic compounds employing
standard and modern instrumental methods.
CHEMISTRY 212
Organic Chemistry for Science Majors II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Chemistry 211. Students complete the study
begun in Chemistry 211. Students will learn more about
the organic functional groups of alcohols, aldehydes,
ketones, carboxylic acids, carboxylic acid derivatives
and amines. They will also learn more specialized topics
including the following: carbohydrates, amino acids
and peptides, fatty acids and polymers; difunctional
compounds, polycyclic bezenoid hydrocarbons,
heterocyclic compounds, mass spectroscopy, NMR
techniques and strategies in modern organic synthesis.
The students will learn further mechanistic approaches
to reactions and a focus on multistep synthesis will be
emphasized throughout the course. The laboratory
presents more techniques of preparation, students
will learn isolation and analysis of organic compounds
employing modern instrumental analysis.
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CHEMISTRY 221
Biochemistry for Science Majors
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Chemistry 211.
Students receive the principles of biochemistry,
with an emphasis on the structure and function of
biomolecules, the role of metabolism in energy
production and biosynthesis, and common biochemical
laboratory techniques. Topics relate to the chemistry
and metabolism of biological compounds. Topics
include the structure and function of biomolecules,
including proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, nucleic acids
and their precursors. The course also presents enzyme
catalysis, and the details of the central metabolic
pathways (glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, glycogenolysis,
the citric acid cycle, electron transport and oxidative
phosphorylation, lipid degradation and biosynthesis,
and nitrogen metabolism) including their regulation and
integration. Laboratory work includes electrophoresis,
chromatography, spectroscopy, and enzyme purication
and kinetics. This course prepares students for careers in
the physical and biological sciences, pharmacy, medical
and dental professions, veterinary and agricultural
science, nutrition and food chemistry, and related elds.
CHEMISTRY 285
Directed Study - Chemistry
2 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Chemistry 102. Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students pursue Directed Study in Chemistry on a
contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor. Laboratory and literature research is
performed.
CHEMISTRY 385
Directed Study - Chemistry
3 UNITs (CSU)
Lecture 3 hour.
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rerequisite: Chemistry 102. Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students pursue Directed Study in Chemistry on a
contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor. Laboratory and literature research is
performed.
CHICANO STUDIES 7
The Mexican American in the History of the United
States I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students survey United States history from early
colonial period through the Civil War with special
emphasis on the contribution of Mexican Americans.
This course provides a background in the political
and social development of both the United States
and Mexico, and, in addition, is for those who wish to
gain a better understanding of Mexican culture in the
Southwestern United States. Included is a survey of the
U.S. Constitution.
CHICANO STUDIES 8
The Mexican American in the History of the United
States II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students survey the history of the Mexican people in
the United States from l848 to the present time. The
content includes a discussion of the United States War
with Mexico, the Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo and the
subsequent incorporation of Mexicans into the United
States. Emphasis is placed on the politics of race, its
origin in the colonial process and it’s impact on the
historical development of a Mexican American ethnic
identity in the United States.
CHICANO STUDIES 44 (Same As Spanish 16)
Mexican Civilization
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
This course is a board survey of Mexican civilization and
culture. The course covers the periods of prehistoric
expansion of Mesoamerica, Pre-Columbian Mexican
civilization, the Spanish conquest, the colonial period,
and Mexico in the 19th and 20th century.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT 1
Child Growth and Development
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students examine the major physical, psychosocial,
and cognitive/language developmental milestones for
children, both typical and atypical, from conception
through adolescence. There is an emphasis on
interactions between maturational processes and
environmental factors. While studying developmental
theory and investigative research methodologies,
students will observe children, evaluate individual
differences and analyze characteristics of development
at various stages.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 2
Early Childhood Principles and Practices
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Mantoux test (or chest X-Ray) is required.
Advisory: English 28 and 67, or equivalent.
DESCRIPTION: An examination of the underlying
theoretical principles of developmentally appropriate
practices applied to programs, environments,
emphasizing the key role of relationships, constructive
adult-child interactions, and teaching strategies in
supporting physical, social, creative and intellectual
development for all children. This course includes
a review of the historical roots of early childhood
programs and the evolution of the professional practices
promoting advocacy, ethics and professional identity.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 3
Creative Experiences for Children I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
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tudents develop and implement creative curriculum
for young children. Activities include: sensory, motor,
manipulative, art, music, movement, literacy, math,
science, and dramatic play experiences. Emphasis is on
environments that promote creativity and the role of the
teacher.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 7
Introduction to Curriculum in Early Childhood
Education I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn and develop the knowledge and skills
related to providing appropriate curriculum and
environments for young children from birth to age
6. Students examine a teacher’s role in supporting
development and engagement for all young children.
Students learn strategies for developmentally-
appropriate practice based on observation and
assessments across the curriculum, including 1)
academic content areas, 2) play, art, and creativity, and
3) development of social-emotional, communication,
and cognitive skills.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 10
Health, Safety and Nutrition
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn about the laws, regulations, standards,
policies and procedures and early childhood curriculum
related to child health, safety and nutrition. The key
components that ensure physical health, mental health,
and safety for children and staff are identied along with
importance of collaboration with families and health
professional. The interrelationship of health, safety
and nutrition and the impact on children’s growth and
development are key focuses.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 11
Child, Family and Community
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students examine the developing child in a societal
context focusing on the interrelationship of the family,
school and community and emphasizes historical and
sociocultural factors. The processes of socialization and
identity development will be highlighted, showing the
importance of respectful, reciprocal relationships that
support and empower families. Some topics covered are:
social inuences on parenting styles, communication,
child-rearing and the relationships between the child,
family and the school is studied.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT 22
Practicum in Child Development I
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Child Development 1, 7 and 11
and immunizations: MMR and Pertussis, is required.
Students are assigned to an approved Child Development
program to demonstrate developmentally appropriate
early childhood teaching competencies under guided
supervision. Students utilize practical classroom
experiences to make connections between theory and
practice, develop professional behaviors, and build a
comprehensive understanding of children and families.
Child centered, play-oriented approaches to teaching,
learning, assessment and knowledge of curriculum
content areas is emphasized as student teachers design,
implement and evaluate experiences that promote positive
development and learning.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 23
Practicum in Child Development II
4 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Child Development 22 or equivalent.
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 6 hours per week.
and immunizations: MMR and Pertussis, is required.
This course provides an advanced practicum experience.
Students apply assessment strategies to plan, implement,
and evacuate developmentally appropriate activities.
Techniques that promote partnerships between teachers
and families are developed. An educational philosophy
statement, a resume and a professional portfolio are
created. Students assigned to directed practicum
teaching in a child development center demonstrate
professional and ethical behaviors.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 30
Infant and Toddler Studies I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
is required.
Students receive an in-depth study of cognitive/language,
social/ emotional and perceptual/motor developmental
domains and milestones of infants from birth to 36
months, in the context of respectful relationships. As well
as, an overview of major theories including attachment,
brain development, the value of play, early intervention and
relationship-based care in the context of family systems:
culture, home Ianguage, and traditions. Students will be
introduced to the laws and regulations of safe healthy
environments and the rights of all infants and toddlers
including children at-risk for disabilities. Class instruction
includes objective observations of infants and toddlers in
diverse settings.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 31
Infant and Toddler Studies II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
is required.
Students learn the principles of inclusive, respectful,
caregiving for infants and toddlers. Topics include:
typical and atypical development, principles of early
intervention, appropriate environments, curriculum,
infant care licensing; observation, assessment and
intervention plans; and tools for family communications
and home visits within the context of home language,
culture and traditions. Verication of Mantoux test (TB
test) or chest x ray is required.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 34
Observing and Recording Children’s Behavior
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Child Development 1 and English 28 and
English 67 or equivalent.
is required.
Students learn the appropriate use of assessment and
observation strategies to document development,
growth, play and learning to join with families and
professionals in promoting children’s success.
Recording strategies, rating systems, portfolios, and
multiple assessment tools are explored.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 38
Administration and Supervision of Early Childhood
Programs I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
equivalent.
Students are prepared to establish and administer
an early childhood program. Financial aspects of
administration and legal rules and regulations
pertaining to establishing a center are emphasized.
Students apply licensing information and knowledge
of regulations to design an appropriate environment,
create a scal pan, marketing strategy and develop an
enrollment and hiring process. This course partially
fullls the licensing requirements for the director
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT 39
Administration and Supervision of Early Childhood
Programs II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
equivalent.
Students learn how to administrate an Early Childhood
Program. Students analyze state and federal
regulations and learn how to apply the information
to developing and supervising a comprehensive,
culturally sensitive, developmentally appropriate
program. In addition, students learn about appropriate
computer applications for administration, how to write
grants and proposals for funds, use advocacy skills
for community improvement, develop leadership
skills and team management techniques, develop a
comprehensive parent partnership, work with program
evaluation tools, and understand legal issues. This
course partially fullls the licensing requirement for the
director.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 42
Teaching in a Diverse Society
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students examine the development of social
identities in diverse societies including theoretical
and practical implications affecting young children,
families, programs, teaching, education and schooling.
Culturally relevant and linguistically appropriate anti-
bias approaches supporting all children in becoming
competent members of a diverse society. The course
involves self-reection of one’s own understanding of
educational principles in integrating anti-bias goals
in order to better inform teaching practices and/or
program development.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 44
Early intervention for Children with Special Needs
3 UNITS (CSU)
This course is designed for students intending to work
with children with special needs. Students examine
components of a comprehensive service delivery system
that is based on legal mandates and an understanding
of typical and atypical development across all
domains. Also discussed is the role of observation and
documentation in adapting the environment, creating
instructional strategies for including children with
special needs in early childhood programs.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 45
Programs for Children with Special Needs
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
required.
Students learn about programs for exceptional children
and best practices for inclusion of children with special
needs into educational settings as close to their typically
developing peers as possible. Students explore a variety
of disabilities from a child development perspective
includes denition, and educational implications.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 48
Positive Guidance in Early Childhood Settings
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students explore developmentally appropriate
management techniques for children in early childhood
settings. Emphasis is on developing culturally sensitive
individualized plans for behavior management of
traditional and special needs children.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 65
Adult Supervision and Early Childhood Mentoring
2 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours
Prerequisite: Child Development 22 and 38 or 39.
The class focuses on the principles and practices of
supervision and evaluation of staff in Early Childhood
Programs. Emphasis is placed on the role of experienced
teachers who mentor or supervise new teachers and
student teachers. This meets supervision requirement
for the Child Development Permit.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 84-1
Child Development Lab 1: Curriculum Development
0.5 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 1 hour
Co-requisite: One of the following Child Development
This course allows students interested in working
in the eld of Child Development, or taking Child
Development classes, to use lab materials, curriculum
resource books, to design lesson plans, games, and
other curricular activities. A $20 lab fee is required.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT 84-2
Child Development Lab 1: Technology For The
Early Childhood Educator
0.5 UNITS (CSU)
Lab 1 hour
Prerequisite: Ch Dev 84-1
Students learn to use lab materials, and technology and
equipment to design lesson plans, games, and other
curricular activities. A $20 lab fee is required.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 85-1
Child Development Literacy I
0.5 UNITS (A)
Laboratory 1 hour
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tudents enrolled in Child Development classes who
are interested in an Early Literacy Lab experience focus
on quality literacy experiences such as exposure to age-
appropriate literacy materials and modeling library habits
under the supervision of a literacy expert. Students design
curricular activities and select quality literature that foster
children’s language and literacy development.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT 285 - DIRECTED STUDY
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Note: A maximum of 3 UNITS in Directed Study may be
taken for credit.
Child Development students pursue Directed Study
on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor. Scheduled consultations with the instructor
are required.
CHINESE 1
Elementary Chinese I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
The student learns Mandarin Chinese that corresponds
to the rst year of high school Chinese. Pronunciation,
grammar, practical vocabulary, and basic facts on the
geography, customs and culture of China.
CHINESE 2
Elementary Chinese II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Chinese 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns and completes the elementary
Mandarin Chinese grammar. 180 Chinese characters
will be introduced. Continues to introduce Chinese
culture and custom of China. Introduces reading and
writing of elementary texts.
CHINESE 3
Intermediate Chinese I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Chinese 2 with a satisfactory grade.
The student learns and reviews grammar with vocabulary
building for conversational uency, written composition
and advanced reading.
CHINESE 4
Intermediate Chinese II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Chinese 3 with a satisfactory grade.
The student learns and completes the study of grammar,
advanced writing and reading of everyday and literary
subjects to study Chinese idiomatic expressions
CHINESE 10
Chinese Civilization
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours.
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
The students learn in English the history, culture,
geography, government and institutions of China; the
life style and customs of the people; the language,
literature, arts, and sciences; the contributions to
civilization of the world.
CHINESE 21
Fundamentals of Chiense I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Lecture 3 hours.
Introduces the fundamentals of Mandarin Chinese
pronunciation, grammar, and practical vocabulary. The
student learns basic facts on the geography, customs,
and culture of China. Chinese 21 and Chinese 22
together are equivalent to Chinese 1. Advisory: English
28 or equivalent.
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CINEMA 1
Introduction to Motion Picture Production
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
A comprehensive introduction to movie production, lm/
video techniques and equipment. Proper procedures are
explained for the use of cameras, lenses, lters, lights,
microphones, audio recorders and other motion picture
equipment. Attention is also given to production planning,
editing and post–production as well.
CINEMA 2
Beginning Motion Picture Workshop
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour Laboratory 4 hours
Introductory workshop in practical lmmaking. Each
student will be responsible for making several short lms
in digital video. This course provides an introduction
to the theory, terminology and operation of single
camera video production, including composition and
editing techniques, camera and recorder operation,
portable lighting, audio control and basic editing. This
course focuses on the aesthetics and fundamentals of
storyboarding, producing, directing for location single
camera production as well as postproduction and
exhibition.
CINEMA 3
History of Motion Pictures
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students study the history of the development of
motion pictures, with examples, from their beginnings
to the present day. Emphasis is placed on the American
feature lm.
CINEMA 4
Reality and Documentary Film History
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students examine the development of lms dealing
with the truth. Nonction lms seen and discussed
include: historical, animated, propaganda, educational,
commercial, personal and participatory, cinema verite
and direct cinema. Students will develop critical
standards for judging documentary lms.
CINEMA 5
Introduction to Screenwriting
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Cinema 1, 2, 3, and 4 with satisfactory
grades or better
Students will write two screenplays. Cinema majors will
write the scripts for lms they will make in Cinema 33.
CINEMA 6
Motion Picture Photography
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Cinema 1, 2, 3, 4, with satisfactory grades
or better
This course is an introduction to cinematography,
including optics, photo emulsion, camera operation,
laboratory procedures, terminology, and aesthetics.
Students complete individual and group projects using
16mm or digital video camera equipment
CINEMA 7
Advanced Cinematography and Creative
Techniques
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Cinema 6 with a satisfactory grade or better
An advanced course in creative cinematography covering
sophisticated professional equipment and techniques
used in the motion picture industry. Emphasis is placed on
lighting and current industry standards.
CINEMA 9
Motion Picture Sound
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Cinema 1, 2, 3, 4 with satisfactory grades
or better.
Students learn the basics of motion picture production
and post production sound. Students use digital audio
recorders, microphones and booms and learn how to
properly record sound. Students learn to loop and mix
sound using a digital audio program.
CINEMA 9 -1
Beginning Motion Picture Sound Production
3 UNITS (CSU)
Students learn the basics of motion picture production
and post-production sound. Hands-on work includes the
use of digital audio recorders, microphones, shpoles
and booms and audio editing software.
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CINEMA 9-2
Intermediate Motion Picture Sound and Post
Production Sound Design
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Cinema 9 or 9-1 with satisfactory grades or
better.
Intermediate television and cinema students are introduced
to audio production, post-production software and other
elements of sound design to create nal soundtracks for
media productions. This course explores in depth aesthetic
concepts and real world audio craftsmanship.
CINEMA 10
Introduction to Film Directing
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours, Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Cinema 1,2,3, 4 with satisfactory grades or
better.
The student is introduced to the crafts of acting and
directing for the lm medium. Students will produce and
direct a scene in class using competent, well-rehearsed
actors cast and rehearsed by the student director for
their roles. Students will be able to choose a script,
cast it, rehearse the actors and present a scene in class,
along with a production package, including script notes,
scene goals, character analysis, storyboard and shot list.
CINEMA 18
Inroduction to Film Genres
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours, Laboratory 2 hours
Students explore the main lm genres along with the
specic contributions of the major lmmakers in each
genre, and the style and practices of studio production,
marketing, and distribution. Each class includes the
screening of a signicant feature-length lm that typies
or exemplies that genre.
CINEMA 20
Business Aspects of Motion Picture Production
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student surveys cinema business practices including
nancing, production and distribution.
CINEMA 25
Producing Digital Video Features
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours
Students research and prepare independent motion
picture projects. Activities include: developing screenplays,
researching state of the art media and business issues,
analyzing professional production solutions and creating
business plans. Students will learn professional standards
for intellectual property, privacy and publicity rights as
well as nancing, contracts, production issues, capture,
distribution formats/outlets and marketing. Students do
case studies of contemporary “independent lm” projects,
including micro-budget lms as well as low-budget lms.
CINEMA 32
Editing Fundamentals
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 1 hours Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Cinema 1, 2, 3 and 4 with satisfactory
grades or better.
Intermediate students learn the principles of editing
using digital nonlinear editing equipment.
CINEMA 33-1
Digital Video Production Workshop I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Cinema 1, 2, 3, and 4 with satisfactory
grades or better.
Intermediate lm and television students produce short
video projects using digital video cameras and editing
systems.
CINEMA 33-2
Digital Video Production Workshop II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Cinema 33 or 33-1 with satisfactory grades
or better.
Intermediate lm and television students will extensively
plan, shoot and edit two short or one longer advanced
digital video project(s). Special emphasis will be on
preproduction planning.
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CINEMA 38-1
Motion Picture Stage Grip A
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours Open to all students.
In this hands-on course, students learn basic grip skills
and operate grip equipment and tools presently in use
in motion picture stages, television studios, and on
location during lm and television production from the
course textbook.
CINEMA 38-2
Motion Picture Stage Grip B
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours.
Open to all students.
In this hands-on course, students learn additional
basic grip skills and operate grip equipment and tools
presently in use in motion picture stages, television
studios, and on location during lm and television
production not covered in Cinema 38A.
CINEMA 185
DIRECTED STUDY
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
Prerequisite Cinema 5 or Cinema 33
The student creates a writing, mentoring or post-
production study project as agreed upon by the student
and a supervising instructor.
CINEMA 501
Media Aesthetics and Design for Film and Digital Media
3 UNITs (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours.
Advisory: Photo 7 with a satisfactory grade or better.
The student learns the analysis of lm and modern
visual media, including the cinema, television, the
internet, advertising, social networking and ne art. The
student learns to examine the broad questions of form
and content, aesthetics and meaning, and history and
culture, exploring the diverse possibilities presented
by the cinematic art form through an examination of
a wide variety of productions, national cinemas, and
lm movements. Topics include modes of production,
narrative and non-narrative forms, visual design, editing,
sound, genre, ideology and critical analysis. This course
is recommended for all cinema and photography
majors, and is open to graphic artists as well as the
general public.
CINEMA 911
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION - CINEMA
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
Advisory: Cinema 1 with a satisfactory grade or better
Cooperative Education is a work experience course that
grants college credit for supervised employment for
internships in the eld of entertainment. Students will
gain on the job training, enhance work skills, and career
awareness. Completion of at least seven units, including
Cooperative Education, at the end of the semester is
required. Students must be employed or volunteering/
interning in order to participate in program.
CINEMA 921
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION - CINEMA
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Advisory: Cinema 1 with a satisfactory grade or better
Students receive work experience that grants college
credit for supervised employment for internships
in the eld of entertainment. Students will gain on
the job training, enhance work skills, and career
awareness. Completion of at least seven units, including
Cooperative Education, at the end of the semester is
required. Students must be employed or volunteering/
interning in order to participate in program.
CINEMA 931
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION - CINEMA
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: Cinema 1 with a satisfactory grade or better
Students receive work experience that grants college
credit for supervised employment for internships
in the eld of entertainment. Students will gain on
the job training, enhance work skills, and career
awareness. Completion of at least seven units, including
Cooperative Education, at the end of the semester is
required. Students must be employed or volunteering/
interning in order to participate in program.
CINEMA 941
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION - CINEMA
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 4 hours
Advisory: Cinema 1 with a satisfactory grade or better
Students receive work experience that grants college
credit for supervised employment for internships
in the eld of entertainment. Students will gain on
the job training, enhance work skills, and career
awareness. Completion of at least seven units, including
Cooperative Education, at the end of the semester is
required. Students must be employed or volunteering/
interning in order to participate in program.
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COMMUNICATION STUDIES 60A
LISTENING AND SPEAKING LABORATORY
0.25 UNIT NDA
Lab 0.75 hour
Co- requisite: Communication Studies 71
Advisories: ESL 3A, 3B, and 3C
This level four course is co-requisite of Communication
Studies 71. Students practice usage of the most
common words in English, their accurate pronunciation
of selected vowels and consonants and their usage in a
speech laboratory setting.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 60B
Listening and Speaking Laboratory
0.25 UNIT NDA
Lab 0.75 hour
Prerequisites: Communication 60A,71
Co- requisite: Comm 72
Advisories: ESL 4A, 4B
Students enrolled in Communication Studies 60B
Lab practice level ve vocabulary, grammar and
pronunciation using English as a Second Language.
Concurrently, this level ve laboratory course
supplements usage of common words, phrases and
sentences in English, their accurate pronunciation of
vowels, diphthongs and consonants and their usage in
a speech laboratory setting. This course must be taken
concurrently with Communication Studies 72.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 60C
Listening and Speaking Laboratory
0.25 UNIT NDA
Lab 0.75 hour
Prerequisites: Communication Studies 60B,72
Co- requisite: Comm 73
Advisories: ESL 5A and 5B
Students, enrolled in Communication Studies 60C,
practice using English as a Second language. They
expand their vocabulary skills to include the most
common words in English, while listening and
differentiating minimal pairs, pronouncing vowels and
consonants accurately within multi-syllabic words using
phrases and short conversational sentences in a speech
laboratory setting. This is a level six laboratory course.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 60D
Listening and Speaking Laboratory
0.25 Unit NDA
Lab 0.75 hour
Prerequisites: COMM 73 AND 60C
Co-requisites: COMM 76
Advisories: ESL 6A and 6B
Students, enrolled in Communication Studies 60D,
practice using English as a Second Language. They
supplement usage of the most common words and
idiomatic expressions in English. They develop skills
applying concepts of intonation and stress while
employing accurate pronunciation of blended vowels,
consonants and word endings in a speech laboratory
setting. This is a level seven laboratory course.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 71
Speaking English as a Second Language I
3 UNITS NDA
Lecture 3 hours
Co-requisite: Communication Studies 60A
Advisories: ESL 3A, 3B, and 3C or appropriate
placement score.
Students enrolled in Communication Studies 71 practice
using English as a Second Language. They supplement
usage of the most common level four words in English,
their accurate pronunciation, their usage in idiomatic
expressions and gurative language. This level four course
is taken concurrently with co-requisite Communication
Studies 60A.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 72
Speaking English as a Second Language II
3 UNITS NDA
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Communication Studies 71 and 60A or
appropriate placement score.
Co-requisite: Communication Studies 60B.
Advisories: ESL 4A, 4B
Students practice English as a Second Language. They
supplement usage of the most common level ve words
in English, their accurate pronunciation, their usage in
idiomatic expressions and gurative language. This level
ve course is taken concurrently with Communication
Studies 60B.
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COMMUNICATION STUDIES 73
Speaking English as a Second Language III
3 UNITS NDA
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Communication Studies 72 and 60B
Co-requisite: Communication Studies 60C.
Advisories: ESL 5A, 5B
Students practice English as a Second Language. They
increase skills in articulation, pronunciation, uency
and oral composition. This level six course is taken
concurrently with Communication Studies 60C.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 76
English Speech as a Second Language
3 UNITS (CSU) (RPT 1)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: COMM 73 COMM 60C or appropriate
placement score.
Co-requisite: COMM 60D.
Advisories: ESL 6A, 6B
Students accomplish speaking English as a second
language uently during in-class discussions and
presentations. They acquire more skills with specic
areas of articulation, pronunciation, uency and
oral composition when presenting speeches and
conversing in small groups. This is a level seven course
is taken concurrently with Communication Studies 60D
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 91
Speech Laboratory I
1 UNIT (A)
Laboratory 3 hours
Advisory: COMM 76 and COMM 60D with a satisfactory
grade or English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn about their own areas of speech
functioning that require intervention such as adjusting
respiration, phonation, resonation, articulation and
cerebration. Results of an evaluation will become the
basis of an educational plan of speech communication
exercises. Students also learn the basic procedures
for using computer-aided speech exercises and
acquire fundamental skills in recording orally read text,
analyzing their speech production and re-recording to
accomplish mastery of new speech patterns. Students
produce these newly acquired patterns with in a speech
rate range of 60-89 words per minute and 90% mastery
of the assigned speech tasks.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 92
Speech Laboratory II
1 UNIT (A)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: COMM 91 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn to differentiate their second set of speech
functioning areas that require intervention based on
the results of a second level evaluation. Students use
computer-aided speech exercises and acquire mastery
of more complex speech patterns by recording and
analyzing their speech production followed by re-
recording it. Students produce these newly acquired
patterns within a speech rate range of 90-119 words per
minute and 90% mastery of the assigned speech tasks.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 93
Speech Laboratory Ill
1 UNIT
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Communication Studies 92
Students learn to assimilate the prior two levels in this third
set of speech functioning areas that require intervention
based on the results of a third level evaluation. Students
use computer-aided speech exercises and conversational
practice dialogues to apply complex integrated speech
tasks. Recording and analyzing their speech production
followed by re-recording to accomplish mastery of the
third level of new speech patterns is also followed by
small group guided conversational dialogues. Students
produce the integrated speech patterns within a speech
rate range of 120-149 words per minute and 90% mastery
of the assigned speech tasks.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 94
Speech Laboratory IV
1 UNIT
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Communication Studies 93
Students learn to generalize and habituate the prior
three levels of speech functioning areas that have
required intervention based on the results of a fourth
level evaluation. Students utilize the prior learned
technology and computer-aided speech exercises and
conversational practice dialogues/feedback strategies
transfer these skills for presenting short researched
topics while applying the complex integrated speech
tasks. Students produce the integrated speech patterns
within a presentation speech rate range of 150-185+
words per minute and 90% mastery of the assigned
speech tasks.
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TRANSFER COURSES
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 101
Public Speaking
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101 or appropriate score on the
College Placement
Students study the theory and techniques of public
speaking in a democratic society. Students will apply
rhetorical principles to topic selection and audience
analysis, research and reasoning of information, speech
composition and outlining, presentation aids and
delivery, and listening and evaluation of public discourse.
Students practice effective communicative strategies for
various types of original speeches including informative
and persuasive speeches. Focus will be on developing
credibility as a speaker and demonstrating condence
before an audience. This course meets AA degree and
transfer requirements in oral communication.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 104
Argumentation and Debate
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students explore methods of critical inquiry, advocacy
and argumentation. Students will analyze, present and
evaluate oral and written arguments, identify fallacies
in reasoning and language, test evidence and evidence
sources, advance a reasoned position, and defend and
refute arguments orally and in writing. This course meets
AA degree and transfer requirements in critical and
analytic thinking.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 106
Forensics
2 UNITS (RPT 3) (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour Laboratory 3 hours
Advisory: Comm 101 or 130 or 104
Students participate in competitive speaking in public
address, interpretation and/or debate as part of the
LACC Forensics Team. Students develop the skills
to research and prepare for intercollegiate forensics
tournaments outside of regularly scheduled class
hours. Students practice effective verbal and nonverbal
communicative techniques, develop speaker credibility,
and demonstrate condence before an audience. This
course is repeatable up to three times and meets AA
degree requirements.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 111
Voice and Articulation
3 Units (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisories: English 28 and 67 or Comm 76
Students study methods of voice development and
demonstrate improved speech production. Focus will be
on the respiration process, phonation, resonation, and
articulation and their coordination in pronunciation and
effective vocal expression. Students practice accuracy
of sound production for Standard American English
through use of the International Phonetic Alphabet. This
course is suited for any major or career where speaking
clearly is a requirement.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 121
Interpersonal Communication
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or COMM 76 with a
satisfactory grade.
Students explore communication in a variety of
interpersonal relationships. Students will study
communication behaviors in dyads (pairs) and their
impact on personal and professional relationships,
developing effective communication skills in areas
such as verbal and nonverbal communication, listening,
emotional intelligence, and conict management. This
course meets AA degree and transfer requirements.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 122
Intercultural Communication
3 UNITS(UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
SStudents analyze dynamics of culture within a variety
of communication contexts. Students will explore
cultural worldviews and values, verbal and nonverbal
communication styles, and barriers to intercultural
communication. Focus will be on recognizing and
appreciating cultural differences and improving
intercultural communication competence for more
effective interactions with others in a diverse society. This
course meets AA degree and transfer requirements.
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COMMUNICATION STUDIES 130
Introduction to Oral Interpretation of Literature
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent with a
satisfactory grade.
Students study the theory, principles, and techniques of
oral interpretation of literature. Texts include prose, poetry,
drama, and other forms of performance text drawn from a
diverse range of cultural viewpoints and voices. Students
will focus on selection, analysis, editing, performance,
and evaluation; developing an appreciation for and an
understanding of oral interpretation as a communication
medium. This course meets AA degree and transfer
requirements.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 185
DIRECTED STUDY - 1 UNIT (CSU) (RPT 2)
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 285
DIRECTED STUDY - 2 UNITS (CSU)
COMMUNICATION STUDIES 385
DIRECTED STUDY - 3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: 2.5 grade point average and at least 6 UNITS
of transferable courses COMM 101, 102, 104, 121 and
approval of the project.
Students independently pursue research of specic
topics in Communication Studies as a directed study
on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor. Refer to the “Directed Study” section of this
catalog for additional information. Credit Limit: A maximum
of 3 UNITSin Directed Study may be taken for credit
CO SCI 101
Introduction to Computers and Their Uses
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Credit not allowed if student has credit for CO SC/103.
Students receive instruction in computer hardware,
software, terminology, ethics, and social impact, pus
and overview of operating systems, word processing,
spreadsheets, database management systems, and
telecommunications and networks. A general computer
literacy course open to all students.
CO SCI 103
Introduction to Computer Systems for MIS
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Students receive an introduction to computers for a
one-semester transfer course or for certicates or a
degree in CSIT. Topics include computers, programming
and systems design, programming languages and
owcharting. Laboratory includes word processing,
spreadsheets, database concepts and extensive
programming in Visual BASIC.
CO SCI 104
Mathematics for Programmers
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 103 or equivalent.
The student develops mathematical reasoning and
general problem solving skills using topics from discrete
mathematics including rst order logic, boolean algebra,
set theory, relations and functions, combinations and
permutations, discrete probability, graph theory, and
nite state machine.
CO SCI 107
Programming Logic
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 103 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
The student develops program design skills and
general problem solving skills by applying structured
programming techniques to program specications and
already written programs. The student learns to write
program designs and documentation from descriptions
of programs and from the analysis of already written
programs
CO SCI 108
Beginning Visual Basic Programming
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 101 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
The student learns program language terminology,
the syntax and semantics of an event-driven, object-
oriented program language, how to solve problems
from descriptions of the problem in English and how to
translate problem solution descriptions to Visual Basic.
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CO SCI 117
Beginning Microcomputer Assembly Language
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 139/141
The student learns about organization and operation
of real computer systems at the assembly-language
level; mapping statements and constructs in a high-
level language onto sequences of machine instructions
as well as the internal representations of simple data
types and structures; investigates basic principles
of operating systems and programming language
translation process; the various data representation
errors and potential procedural errors.
CO SCI 133
Micro Database Programming
3 UNITS (CSU)
The students learn the essential principles and
concepts of microcomputer database environment.
A comprehensive examination of the functions of a
database command language is included.
CO SCI 134
Operating Systems
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: CO SCI 101 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
The student gains knowledge and skills necessary to
install, plan and maintain a Windows 7, one of the four
core required courses of Microsoft Windows Certied
Systems Engineer (MCSE), and prepares students for
the related Microsoft exam.
CO SCI 136
Introduction to Data Structures
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: CO SCI 138 or 139 or 141 with a satisfactory
grade or better or equivalent.
The student learns to apply complex data structures to
the design of solutions to programming problems. The
student learns to incorporate arrays, stacks, queues,
dequeues, trees and graphs in the design of programs
with the highly desirable result that the programs
produced thereby are more data driven, more object
oriented and more easily modied than designs that rely
primarily on passing data among functions.
CO SCI 138
Advanced Visual Basic Programming
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: CO SCI 108 or 103 with a satisfactory grade
or better or equivalent.
An advanced programming course in the Visual Basic
.Net programming language with objects, classes,
exception handling, GUI, DBMS, SQL, ASP.NET, Data
Structures, and Recursion.
CO SCI 139
C++ Programming I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: CO SCI 103 with satisfactory grades or
better.
The student learns all CS1 topics including Problem
Analysis and Program Design, Simple Data Types, Streams
and File I/O, Control Structures, Functions, Arrays, and
Strings, emphasizing procedural programming with C++.
CO SCI 140
C++ Programming II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 139 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
Student learns Object-Oriented and Advanced
programming with C++ including Classes, Data
Abstractions, Inheritance, Composition, Virtual Functions,
Operators & Functions Overloading, Templates, Exception
Handling, Recursion, Pointers, Dynamic Data Types, and
Linked Lists.
CO SCI 141
Programming in JAVA
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 103 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
Students learn the basics of procedural programming,
plus the concepts of Object Oriented Programming.
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CO SCI 142
Advanced JAVA
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI103 and 141 with a satisfactory
grade or better or equivalent.
The student learns about: UML, MultiThreading,
Networking, Exception handling, Recursion, Files &
Streams, JDBC, RMI, Inheritance, Polymorphism. This
course is a sequel to CS141. This course will prepare a
student to sit for the - Sun Certied JAVA Programmer -
industry certication exam.
CO SCI 148
Advanced Spreadsheet
Applications
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI101 or 103 with a satisfactory grade
or better or equivalent.
Students receive guidance in advanced spreadsheet
operations, including nested functions, data tables,
exporting/importing data, what-if-analysis, macro
development, macro, logic, printing enhancements and
spreadsheet systems development.
CO SCI 151
Adobe Dreamweaver I
4 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Advisory: CO SCI108 with a satisfactory grade or better
or equivalent.
The student receives an extensive practical and
theoretical framework for using Adobe’s Dreamweaver
to develop web sites, including enhancements for web
page Iayout, coding, and Webmaster-user interactivity;
server- and client-side scripting.
CO SCI152
Adobe Flash
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 151 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
Students learn Macromedia’s Flash; a state-of-the-art
Web animation software for creating highly-compact,
vector-based content for transmission over the Internet.
Topics presented include introduction to ActionScript,
Event Handlers, objects and Dynamic Data.
CO SCI158
Hyper-Text Markup Language (HTML)
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 101 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
The student learns basic internet concepts and
technologies. The student learns to develop web sites
by applying concepts like tables, layers, cascading
styles sheets, frame sets, image maps, lists, forms, and
dynamic content using basic JavaScript.
COSCI 159
Web Projects
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 158 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
Covers more complex topics in rapidly changing
technology of web pages construction including
multimedia developments, plug-ins, helper applications,
CSS, DHTML and new developments. Students will
complete web projects with emphasis placed upon recent
developments in students and software.
CO SCI 166
Discrete Structures with Applications
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Math 125 and CO SCI 104 with a satisfactory
grade or better or equivalent.
Corequisite: CO SCI 141 or 139
This course is an introduction to the discrete structures
used in Computer Science with an emphasis on
their applications. Topics covered include: functions,
relations and sets, basic logic, proof techniques, basics
of counting, graphs, trees, and discrete probability.
CO SCI 185
Directed Study - CO SCI
1 UNIT (RPT 2) (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
Computer science students will pursue on their own
an in-depth study of a subject of special interest in the
eld of computer science topic(s). Consultation with the
instructor on a weekly basis, plus independent work is
required.
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CO SCI 186
Introduction to Oracle: SQL and PUSQL
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
The student learns the concepts of both relational and
object relational databases and the SQL language.
Students learn about data server technology and how to
create and maintain database objects and how to store,
retrieve, and manipulate data.
CO SCI 187
Oracle DBA (Database Administration) Part 1A:
Architecture and Administration
3 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 186 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
The student receives a rm foundation in basic
administrative tasks and the necessary knowledge and
skills to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot an oracle
database. The students Iearn to use an administration
tool to startup and shutdown a database, manage le
and database storage, and manage users and their
privileges.
CO SCI 188
Oracle DBA (Database Administration) Part 1B:
Backup and Recovery
3 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 187 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
This course focuses on planning and implementing
database backup and recovery strategies. The class
addresses backup and recovery techniques and
examines various database backup, failure, restore and
recovery scenarios. In hands-on exercises, students
examine backup methodologies based on mission
critical requirements of business enterprises.
CO SCI 189
Oracle DBA (Database Administration) Part 2:
Performance and Tuning
3 UNITS
CO SCI 198
PUSQL Programming for Oracle
3 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: CO SCI 186 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
The student learns the Oracle PLISQL language which
provides for programming logic features not contained
within SQL. Also, the grammar, syntax and benets of
using the PLISQL language within an Oracle database
environment are considered. The student creates and
manages user-dened packages and Oracle supplied
packages, plus creating functions and procedures to
encapsulate business functionality. The skills to take an
Oracle Developer Certication are provided.
CO SCI 285
Directed Study- Computer
Science Information Technology
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Computer science students can pursue on their own
an in-depth study of a subject of special interest in the
eld of Computer Science topic(s). Consultation with the
instructor on a weekly basis, plus independent work is
required.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 1
Introduction to Computer for Technicians
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 6 7. No UC credit if taken after
Spring 1994.
In this rst course in the computer technology
major students learn the physical aspects of computer
hardware and low level programming.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 4
Introduction to Computer Networks
4 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
The students gain basic understanding of networking
technologies, the OSI model, methods of signaling and
encoding, interfaces, modems, and transmission media;
and examine the most important protocols involved in
moving data over a communication network.
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COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 12
Introduction to Computer Hardware
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Students learn technology of computer hardware such
as microprocessor, RAM, BIOS/CMOS, motherboard,
power supply, HDD, FDD, CD, DVD, video, sound, and
printer; how these form a working system; and simple
troubleshooting of PC systems. This course is one of
two courses on the computer hardware and operation
to prepare students for CompTIA A+ certication exam.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 14
A-Plus Certication Preparation
4 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Students learn technology of Microsoft Windows operating
systems, troubleshooting and maintenance of Windows,
essentials of computer security, networking, Internet, and
features of portable computers and mobile devices. This
course is one of two courses on the computer hardware
and operation to prepare students for CompTIA A+
certication exam.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 15
NEt-Plus Certication Preparation
4 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Computer Technology 4 with a satisfactory
grade.
Provides an in-depth examination of the technology and
skills necessary to install, congure, and operate local and
wide-area computer networks. Prepare the student for the
CompTIA Network+ Certication examination.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 16
Security+ Certication Preparation
4 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Co Tech 4
Students learn concepts of computer and network-
security and gain skills necessary to apply knowledge
of security concepts, tools, and procedures to react to
security incidents, and guard against the security risks.
At the end of the course students are prepared for the
CopmpTIA Security+ certication exam.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 17
Healthcare IT Technician Certication Preparation
3 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students learn concepts of Healthcare IT systems and
gain skills necessary to apply knowledge to implement,
deploy, and support IT systems in the healthcare
eld. Students will also learn the concepts of code of
conduct policies and security best practices in medical
facilities in order to support Electronic Health Records
(EHR) systems. At the end of the course, students are
prepared to take the CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician
certication exam.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 20
Computer Logic and Arithmetic
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisites: Electronics 4 and Electronics 10.
The student learns the essential number and logic
theory upon which digital computers today are based.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 30
Introduction to Microprocessors
4 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Computer Technology 20 with a satisfactory
grade. Co-requisite: Computer Technology 36.
Advisory: Electronics 8.
Students receive a survey of various microprocessor
devices with an in-depth analysis of a selected
microprocessor. Emphasis is placed on the architecture,
instruction set, 1/0 interfacing, and typical applications
of selected devices.
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 36
Digital Devices and Circuits
4 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Computer Technology 20 with a satisfactory
grade. Advisory: Electronics 8.
Students learn about digital integrated circuit devices
such as registers, counters, encoder/decoders,
multiplexer/demultiplexers, memory devices, and
programmable logic arrays. Laboratory emphasizes use
of dual-trace oscilloscope.
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COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 195
Work Experience - General I
1 UNIT (RPT 1) (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
Students receive college credit for supervised
employment intended to assist students in acquiring
desirable work habits, attitudes and career awareness.
Topics include preparing for the changing job market,
writing applications and resumes, communication
skills, and awareness of on-the job relations with other
employees, supervisors, and the general public. The
work experience need not be related to the student’s
educational goals. Students must work 75 paid hours or
60 volunteer hours during the semester.
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 196
Work Experience - General II
1 UNIT (RPT 1) (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
Students receive credit for an approved internship with
an employer in a eld that is not their college major .
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 295
Work Experience - General II
2 UNITS (RPT 2) (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Students receive supervised employment intended to
assist them in acquiring desirable work habits, attitudes
and career awareness. Topics include preparing for
the changing job market, writing applications and
resumes, communication skills, and awareness of on-
the-job relations with other employees, supervisors, and
the general public. The work experience need not be
related to the student’s educational goals. Students
must work 150 paid hours or 120 volunteer hours during
the semester.
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 296
Work Experience - General II
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture: 2 hours
Students receive credit for an approved internship with
an employer in a eld that is not their college major .
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 395
Work Experience - General I
3 UNITS (RPT 3) (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students receive supervised employment intended
to assist students in acquiring desirable work habits,
attitudes and career awareness. Topics include preparing
for the changing job market, writing applications and
resumes, communication skills, and awareness of on-
the-job relations with other employees, supervisors,
and the general public. The work experience need not
be related to the student’s educational goals. Students
must work 225 paid hours or 180 volunteer hours during
the semester.
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION 396
Work Experience - General II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture: 2 hours
Students receive credit for an approved internship with
an employer in a eld that is not their college major .
CORRECTIONS 1
Introduction to Corrections
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student learns a history of and critical analysis of
punishment, the various types of punishment, alternatives
to punishment, and the impact of punishment on the
Criminal Justice System, corrections, a critical examination
of the types of correctional institutions and the clients
housed in each institution, and an examination of
contemporary correctional issues.
COUNSELING 40
College Success Seminar
3 UNIT – (UC: CSU)
Lecture: 3 hours.
Advisory: Eligibility for English 28 and 67 or equivalent
This course will explore issues related to higher education
that impact student success. Topics will include an overview
of academic success skills, value and purpose of higher
education. Los Angeles City College and Los Angeles
Community College District policies and procedures,
ethics and responsibility, diversity in higher education,
learning strategies and educational planning, interpersonal
communication, career development, health issues, and
self-assessment techniques.
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DANCE SPECIALTIES 311
Flamenco and Spanish Dance
1UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Students learn basic amenco and Spanish dance with
an emphasis on correct posture, individual steps, arm
movements, terminology, various rhythms, and basic
step combinations.
DANCE SPECIALTIES 321
Social Dance Techniques I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Students learn basic social dance steps and combinations,
terminology, music and appreciation of dance as an art
form.
DANCE SPECIALTIES 331
Tap Dance Techniques I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
S
tudents learn basic tap dance steps and combinations,
terminology, music, and appreciation of dance as an art
form.
DANCE STUDIES 185
Directed Study - Dance
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture hour
Students pursue directed study in Dance on a contractual
basis under the direction of a supervising instructor. Refer
to the ‘Directed Study - Dance’ section in the catalog for
additional information. Consent of instructor.
DANCE STUDIES 301
Choreography I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Technique 111 or 121 or 141
Students choreograph and perform dances with
emphasis on energy space and time using basic steps
and combinations, spacing, design, terminology, and
music, Students learn an appreciation of dance as a
performing art form.
DANCE STUDIES 302
Choreography II
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Studies 301
Students choreograph and perform dances with a
minimum of 2 people with emphasis on basic steps and
combinations, spacing, design, terminology, music, and
appreciation of dance as a performing art form.
DANCE STUDIES 303
Choreography Ill
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Studies 302
Students choreograph and perform dances using at
least 3 people or more with an emphasis on clear
intention of dance, energy, space, and time, using basic,
intermediate, or advanced steps and combinations,
design, proper terminology, music, internal or external
rhythms, themes and variations in dynamics, contrasts and
direction. Students develop a greater appreciation and
understanding of the tools necessary to create the dance
as a performing art form.
DANCE STUDIES 304
Choreography IV
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Studies 303
Students choreograph and perform dances for 4 or more
people ,with emphasis on more advanced phrasing of
movement combination spacing, design, terminology,
music, an appreciation of dance as a performing art
form and develop an ability to view dance critically.
DANCE STUDIES 805
History and Appreciation of Dance
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisites: English 28 and 67.
Students learn a historical perspective of dance from
ritual to contemporary theatrical dance forms focusing
on the ethnic, cultural and ritual forms of dance as
it affects and reects the world in which people live.
Primarily, students focus on how Dance reects the
times, historical, social and political climate of the day.
Students consider the impact of dance on the western
world and how it has been affected by the different
dance traditions world-wide.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 111
(FORMERLY DANCETQ 434)
Ballet Techniques I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Students learn basic Ballet steps and combinations at an
introductory level, terminology, music, and appreciation
of dance as a performing art.
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DANCE TECHNIQUES 112
Ballet Techniques II
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 111
Students continue to learn basic Ballet steps and
combinations, terminology, music, and appreciation of
dance as a performing art.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 113
Ballet Techniques Ill
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 112
Students learn more complex Ballet steps and
combinations, terminology, music, and appreciation of
dance as a performing art.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 114
Ballet Techniques IV
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 113
Students perform several Ballet combinations with an
emphasis on basic steps and combinations, terminology,
music, and appreciation of dance as a performing art
form.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 121
Jazz Dance Techniques I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Students learn beginning jazz dance technique with an
emphasis on basic steps, combinations, terminology,
music, and appreciation of dance as a performing art
form.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 122
Jazz Dance Techniques II
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 121
Students learn elementary jazz dance technique with an
emphasis on basic elementary level steps, combinations,
terminology, music, and appreciation of dance as a
performing art form.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 123
Jazz Dance Techniques Ill
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 122
Students learn intermediate jazz dance technique with
an emphasis on intermediate level steps, combinations,
terminology, music, and appreciation of dance as a
performing art form.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 124
Jazz Dance Techniques IV
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 123
Students learn advanced jazz dance technique with
an emphasis on advanced level steps, combinations,
terminology, music, and appreciation of dance as a
performing art form.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 141
Modern Dance Techniques I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Students learn basic Modem Dance steps and
combinations, terminology, music, and appreciation of
dance as a performing art.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 142
Modern Dance Techniques II
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 141
Students learn basic Modern Dance steps and
combinations, terminology, music ,and appreciation of
dance as a performing art.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 143
Modern Dance Techniques Ill
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 142
Students perform modern dance combinations with
an emphasis on steps and combinations of greater
complexity and duration, partnering, terminology,
music, and appreciation of dance as a performing art.
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DANCE TECHNIQUES 144
Modern Dance Techniques IV
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 143
Students perform advanced level modern dance
combinations with an emphasis on complexity in dance
technique, rhythmic phrasing, duel and multi-partner
weight sharing in all level dance phrases, clarity of detail
and body connectivity. Students rene techniques of
personal artistry, musicality, and performance and display
deeper understanding and appreciation of dance as a
performing art form.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 221
Yoga Skills I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Students learn the beginning level physical practice
of Yoga, connecting body ,mind and spirit. The students
are introduced to its origins, asanas (positions) and
terminology
DANCE TECHNIQUES 222
Yoga Skills II
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Yoga Skills I
Students learn the physical practice of Yoga, connecting
body, mind and spirit. The students are introduced to its
origins ,asanas (positions) and terminology.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 223
Yoga Skills Ill
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Yoga Skills II
intermediate-level Students deepen their understanding
and strengthen their physical practice of Yoga,
connecting body, mind and spirit. Students perform
harder positions, longer ow/ vinyasa sequences,
maintain balance and inversion postures for extended
periods and gain greater knowledge of the philosophical
principles of the Yoga system.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 224
Yoga Skills IV
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Yoga Skills Ill
Advanced-level students intensify their understanding
and performance of Yoga asanas, develop a personal
practice, and apply knowledge of the philosophical
principles of the Yoga system to real life. Connecting
body, mind and spirit, students perform challenging
positions, in (sanding/seated inversions) and extended
ow/vinyasa sequences.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 241
Stress Management Techniques Through Dance and
Movement I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Students learn techniques for managing stress through
movement, dance therapy, dance meditation, authentic
movement studies ,breathing exercises, yoga ,physical
therapy and varied relaxation exercises.
DANCE TECHNIQUES 242
Stress Management Techniques Through Dance and
Movement
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours.
Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 241 or 249.
Students learn techniques for managing stress through
movement, dance therapy, dance meditation, authentic
movement studies ,breathing exercises, yoga, physical
therapy and varied relaxation exercises.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 100
Introduction to the Dental Laboratory
2 UNITS (A)
Lecture 1 hour Lab 3 hours
Students learn an introduction to the modern dental
laboratory. Working with gypsum products, as well as
model and die production are stressed.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 101
Elements of Dental Technology
2 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours
Advisory: English 21 or equivalent. Open to all college
students.
Students receive an orientation to the eld of dental
laboratory technology, including ethics, jurisprudence,
history, and categories of training and employment.
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DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 102
Dental Anatomy and Terminology
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
The students learn about dental terminology, oral cavity
including morphology and function of the primary and
secondary human dentition, occlusion concepts and
anatomical landmarks. Additionally, the students learn
the signicance of: skull osteology, myology and tooth
supporting structures, histology.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 103
Complete Denture Prosthetics I
5 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 5 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 100 an102
Students learn the art and science of creating natural
looking complete dentures. The course will include
anatomy, concepts of a natural smile, selecting teeth,
setting denture teeth in balanced occlusion, waxing to
duplicate natural tissue, processing, nishing and polishing
dentures.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 105
Complete Denture Prosthetics II
2 UNITS (A)
Lecture 1 hour Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 103
Construction of maxillary and mandibular dentures
in lingualized occlusion. Students reline and repair
complete dentures.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 106
Dental Materials
3.5 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 1 hour
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 100
Students learn by lecture, demonstration and experiment
the physical properties of dental materials including,
composition and uses of dental materials.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 108
Gnathological Concepts
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours Lab 2 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 109.
Students learn about gnathological concepts of
morphology and functional occlusion. Understanding
and reconstructing ideal and functional contacts. Organic
waxing of the maxillary and mandibular teeth occlusal
surfaces is accomplished on fully adjustable articulators.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 109
Fixed Prosthetics I
4 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hour. Lab 6 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 100 and 102
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
The student learns morphological and functional waxing
anterior and posterior single units by using Productivity
Training Corporation techniques and methodology based
on establishing fundamentals and skills step learning
system along with ongoing evaluation methods of
student learning outcomes. Learning and understanding
concepts such as: tooth contour alignment, functional
and morphological occlusion. introduction to clinical
impressions and full contour wax-up. the student learns
techniques in spruing, investing and metal nish and polish
are part of the course outline.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 111
Fixed Prosthetics II
5 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours Lab 6 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 109
Students learn to wax single and multiple units by using
PTC techniques and methodology based on student
learning outcomes. Learning and understanding
concepts such as: tooth contour alignment, functional and
morphological occlusion. Students learn fundamental
concepts in metal and ceramic substructure designs
applied to single units. Students learn techniques in
spruing, investing and casting including soldering
applications.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 112
Removable Partial Denture Prosthetics I
5.5 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 5 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 103
An introductory to the study of removable partial
denture construction. Use of the dental surveyor, design
of the partial and waxing and casting nishing and
polishing techniques.
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DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 202
Laboratory Management
4 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours Lab 6hours
Co-requisite: Dental Technology 207 or 208
The students learn to observe and work with a skilled
dental technician in a dental ofce, clinic or dental
laboratory. The student applies the knowledge and
skills learned in the classroom in a dental ofce, clinic or
dental laboratory. The students learn about production,
operation, and management of dental laboratory
business including; Human Resource Management.
Various types of business nancing. Identify various
marketing strategies. Business ownership and current
professional topics.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 203
Metal Ceramic Restorations
2 UNITS (A)
Lecture 1 hour Lab 3 hours DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 207
Advanced Complete Dentures
10 UNITS (A)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 111
The student learns about dental ceramic restorations,
including: materials proprieties and manipulation, tooth
morphologic design, feldsphatic materials sintering,
contouring staining, glazing, polishing, as well as
science of color and esthetic design.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 204
Orthodontics
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours Lab 2 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 112
This course goes into the construction and repair of
orthodontic and pedodontic appliances. Emphasis
will be paced on pouring and trimming orthognathic
study casts, wire bending techniques, soldering and
welding techniques, and fabrication of various types of
orthodontic appliances
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 205
Advanced Removable Partial Dentures
10 UNITS
Lecture 4 hours Laboratory 12 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 112 and 105.
This course is the rst course for Removable Prosthetic
Specialists in Dental Technology Program. This course
incorporates advanced removable partial denture
design, and manufacturing techniques
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 206
Advanced Fixed Prosthetics
10 UNITS
Lecture 4 hours Laboratory 12 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 111 and Dental
Technology 108
This course is the rst course for Fixed Prosthetic
Specialists in the Dental Technology Program. This
course incorporates advanced xed partial denture
design,and manufacturing techniques.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 207
Advanced Complete Dentures
10 UNITS (A)
Lecture 4 hours Laboratory 12 hours Prerequisite: Dental
Technology 105
This course is the second course for Removable
Prosthetic Specialists in the Dental Technology Program.
This course incorporates advanced removable partial
denture design,and manufacturing techniques.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 208
Advanced Ceramic Restorations
10 UNITS (A)
Lecture 4 hours Laboratory 12 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 206
This course is the second course for Fixed Prosthetic
Specialists in the Dental Technology Program. This
course incorporates advanced Ceramic Restoration
design and manufacturing techniques.
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY UCLA COURSES MASTER
CERAMIST PROGRAM
DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 304
Skeleton build-up for All Ceramic Restorations
8 UNITS
Lecture 4 hours Laboratory 12 hours Prerequisite: Dental
Technology 300.
The Master Ceramist Program students learn the design
and fabrication of All-Ceramic single and multiple
unit restorative substructures and the skeleton build-
up porcelain technique to complete dental esthetic
restorations.
ADVANCED PROSTHODONTICS,
IMPLANTS AND MAXILOFACIAL PROGRAM
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DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 401
Dental Implants
4 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Dental Technology 207 and 208.
The students will learn about dental implants
including:history, surgical overview, types of implants
and implant restorations, case planing, prosthodontic
procedures, laboratory procedures, restorative
materials, case nalization.
EARTH SCIENCE 1
Earth Science
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours .
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn a general introduction to the study of
earth’s rocks, landforms, atmosphere, and oceans.
Students learn interrelationships between the land,
atmosphere, and oceans and relate these subjects to
global climate change.
ECONOMICS 1
Principles of Economics I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
PREREQUISITES: Mathematics 115
ADVISORIES: English 28 and 67 or equivalent and
Mathematics 125.
Students learn the principles and methods of economic
analysis; topics include the analysis of the laws of
supply and demand, price theory, economic analysis
of the rm and resource allocation, market structures
of the American economy, and other topics relevant to
microeconomic analysis.
ECONOMICS 2
Principles of Economics II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
PREREQUISITES: Mathematics 115
ADVISORIES: English 28 and 67 or equivalent and
Mathematics 125.
Students learn the principles and methods of
aggregative macroeconomic analysis; topics include
money and banking, national income determination,
business uctuations,and other topics relevant to
macroeconomic analysis.
ELECTRONICS 2
I
ntroduction to Electronics and Computer Technology
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students learn the basic concepts of electricity
and applications of simple electronic components
through introduction to the technological implications
of electronics. The laboratory emphasizes skills in
breadboarding and soldering and hands-on exposure
to basic electronic principles.
ELECTRONICS 4
Fundamentals of Electronics I
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours Co-requisite:
Electronics 12.
Students learn the concepts of direct current circuits,
including basics of electricity, series and parallel
circuits, meters, batteries, resistors, and magnetism. The
laboratory emphasizes skills in the analysis of circuits
and the use of test equipment.
ELECTRONICS 6
Fundamentals of Electronics II
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Electronics 4 with satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
Co-requisite: Electronics 12.
The student receives a detailed study of alternating current
theory and applications, including reactance, impedance,
resonance, transformers, coupling, lters, bandpass, and
time constants. The laboratory emphasizes skills in the use
of test equipment in AC circuits.
ELECTRONICS 8
Electron Devices
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Electronics 4 and 10 with satisfactory grade
or better or equivalent.
The student learns the nature and operation of solid
state devices including diodes, transistors, and eld
effect devices. Includes simple circuit applications.
ELECTRONICS 10
Mathematics of Electronics I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours.
The student learns mathematical methods and
techniques for the solution of basic DC circuit problems
including the study of algebraic operations, simple
linear equations, algebraic fractions, ratio and percent,
graphing, and use of the electronic calculator.
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ELECTRONICS 12
Mathematics of Electronics II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Perquisite: Electronics 10 with satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
Students develop skills in the use of algebra, trigonometry,
complex numbers, logarithms, and determinants as
needed in electronics calculations. Techniques of
network solutions including Kirchhoff’s and Ohm’s laws
and Thevenin’s and Norton’s theorems are emphasized.
ELECTRONICS 20
Electronics Circuits I
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Electronics 6 and 8 with satisfactory
grades or better or equivalent.
The students learn the applications of electronic
devices such as diodes, junction and FET transistors,
MOSFET’s, SCR’s, to circuits such as signal and power
ampliers, multi-stage ampliers, differential ampliers,
and special controller circuits. They solve circuit analysis
problems with breadboards and computer simulations
in the electronics laboratory.
ELECTRONICS 101
Science Electronics
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: Electronics 2
Students receive a survey of electronics technology in
the context of the principles of science. The application
of the methods of science, technology, engineering,
and mathematics (STEM) to topics ranging from basic
circuits to complex integrated circuits, and products that
use them. Includes topics in electronic music, computers,
robotics, digital communication, and a variety of existing
technologies. Social, political, and economic impact of
electronic technology are explored.
ELECTRONICS 155
Electronics V
4 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Electronics 20
Students learn the advanced theory related to electronic
devices and their analog applications. Topics include
oscillators, regulated power supplies, analog-digital
and digital-analog-converters, introduction to radio
frequency theory, modulation, transmission line,
antennas, and analog systems as in audio and video
analog systems. The laboratory provides hands-on skills
in the design, construction, and troubleshooting of
typical circuits and the use of test equipment.
ELECTRONICS 156
Electronics VI
4 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Co Tech 30
Students learn the technology involved in the design and
implementation of intelligent machines using a top-down
systems approach. Topics include programmable logic
devices, complex microprocessors, embedded controllers,
and input/output devices using microprocessors or
designed to work with microprocessor-based machines.
The laboratory involves system design using CAD
software, construction of prototypes, and microprocessor
programming.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 220
Electrical Circuits I
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisites: Physics 102 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent. Co-requisite: Mathematics 275.
Students learn the theory of circuit analysis and practice
its application to areas of importance in electrical
engineering such as DC, AC, operational ampliers,
multi-phase power, and frequency response. Students
also perform laboratory exercises to learn how to realize
circuit designs using electronic components and to use
instruments such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and
signal generators.
ENGINEERING 101
Introduction to Science, Engineering and Technology
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Required of all engineering rst semester students.
Open to all. Students learn about the engineering
method and strategies for academic and career success
in engineering. Students are introduced to mechanical,
civil, electrical, and computer systems engineering
through project work. The vast range disciplines and
opportunities in engineering are presented. Students are
guided through challenging design exercises to develop
skills in planning, communication, team working, and
creativity. Only basic math is required.
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ENGINEERING 131
Statics
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Physics 101 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
T
he students learn how to apply vector analysis of forces
and moments to determine the equilibrium conditions
in trusses, frames, and machines. The course also covers
center of mass, centroids, friction, and moment of inertia.
ENGINEERING 151
Materials of Engineering
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Physics 101 and Chemistry 101 with
satisfactory grades or better or equivalent.
The student learns how the properties of materials
are related to atomic and crystal structure and how
processing inuences structure and hence properties.
Topics include atomic structure and bonding;
crystalline structures; phases and phase diagrams;
metals; polymers; ceramics; composites; mechanical
deformation, fracture, electrical, and magnetic
properties.
ENGINEERING 212
Introduction to Engineering Design
3 UNITS (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour Laboratory 6 hours
Students develop 3-0 representations of engineering
components and assemblies using Solidwords feature
based parametric solid modeling software. Instruction is
given in the types of solid object manipulations that are
common to all parametric solid modeling software and
used in industry to construct components that can be
further combined to make assemblies. The preparation
of engineering drawings from the 3-0 representation
using automation tools is also covered.
ENGINEERING 241
Strength of Materials
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Engineering, General131 with a satisfactory
grade or equivalent.
The student learns the application of mechanics to
determining the effect of forces and torques on materials.
The student will be able to apply this knowledge to the
design of load bearing components. The course will cover
the following topics: stress, strain, axial Loading, torsion,
exural stresses, transverse shear stress, horizontal shear
stresses, stress transformations, Mohr’s circle, pressure
vessels, shear and bending moment diagrams, stresses in a
beam, methods of superposition, and elastic strain energy.
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ENGLISH 20
College Reading Skills
6 UNITS NDA
Lecture 6 hours
Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the English Placement
Exam.
Students receive instruction in techniques of writing
clear, coherent compositions and improvement in
reading skills which reinforce writing skills necessary for
academic success.
ENGLISH 28
Intermediate Reading and Composition
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: ESL 6A or English 21 or 73 or 97 or
equivalent or appropriate placement score.
Co-requisite: English 67
Students receive instruction in techniques of writing at
the college level with an emphasis on grammar and
various essay writing modes. Students develop reading
skills through an analysis of ction and non-ction
materials.
ENGLISH 67
Writing Laboratory
0.5 UNITS NDA
Laboratory 1 hour.
Co-requisite: English 28
Students practice the writing skills presented in English 28.
ENGLISH 68
Reading Laboratory
0.5 UNIT NDA
Laboratory 1 hour.
Students can improve their reading comprehension and
develop critical reading skills through individual help
from instructor, one-to-one tutoring conferences, group
workshops, and computer instruction by practicing
previewing, paraphrasing, drawing inferences, and
summarizing a chosen text.
ENGLISH 69
Writing and Revising on the Computer
1 UNIT- NDA
Laboratory 2 hours
English 69 is designed to supplement and enhance
learning in intermediate writing composition and
reading courses by providing individualized tutorial
and self-help assistance, computers, online resources,
and other resource materials that enhance students’
critical reading, writing, and computer skills necessary
for success in college, career, and vocations.
ENGLISH 78
Writing Memoir
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 97, ESL 6A, or equivalent.
Students read full-length memoirs by published writers
and outline and compose their own memoirs. Students
read full-length memoirs by published writers create an
outline and compose their own memoir.
ENGLISH 94
Intensive Grammar Review
3 UNITS NDA
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 21 or 97.
Students learn the parts of speech, grammar, mechanics,
sentence style, punctuation, and word usage in English.
The students engage in an intensive review of grammar
and sentence structure to better prepare them for
English 28 or 101.
ENGLISH 97
Introduction to College English and Reading Skills
6 UNITS
Lecture 6 hours
Prerequisite: English 20 or Appropriate placement score.
Students will be introduced to English fundamentals in
formal academic writing, focusing on basic grammar,
reading, and writing skills. There will also be an
introduction to English grammar, college vocabulary,
and academic writing skills as well as instruction in
comprehending expository articles, narratives, and
college –level textbook material.
ENGLISH 101
College Reading and Composition I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 67 and 28 or appropriate placement
score.
Advisory: English 108
Students develop their skills for writing college-level
essays that incorporate various documentation styles.
Students learn the importance of various ction and
non-ction readings.
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ENGLISH 102
College Reading and Composition II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
PREREQUISITE: English 101 or equivalent.
Students study representative works from major genres,
to develop close reading and analytical writing skills,
and have appreciation and critical understanding of the
cultural, historical, and aesthetic qualities of literature.
Students study literature and literary criticism in order to
develop critical thinking and reading and writing skills
beyond the level achieved in English 101. This course
emphasizes logical reasoning, analysis, and strategies of
argumentation.
ENGLISH 103
Composition and Critical Thinking
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
This is an advanced writing course where students further
develop their logical, argumentative and analytical
thinking, and writing skills. The course will utilize various
ction and non-ctional readings.
ENGLISH 108
Writing Workshop
0.50 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 1 hour
Students enrolled in English 101, 102 and 103 will receive
additional instruction in writing their college-level
essays. The lab course will review research techniques
and proper citation, as well as strategies in organization
and support, to revise their papers.
ENGLISH 127
Creative Writing
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 102 or equivalent.
Students receive intensive training in writing poetry,
prose ction, and/or playwriting. Students compose
works that are discussed as part of instruction,
supplemented by examples of published writers and
theoretical essays on the creative process.
ENGLISH 203
World Literature I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
A reading of key literary works and ideas of the Western
world, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia from antiquity
to the seventeenth century. The course will require
students to recognize and compare readings from
different cultures and analyze poetic forms and literary
themes signicant to the cultures in reasoned analysis.
ENGLISH 204
World Literature II (1600 to the present)
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Study of selected major works of World literature,
covering Western Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and
Asia, from the 17th century to the present. The course
will require students to recognize and compare readings
from different cultures and analyze poetic forms and
literary themes signicant to the cultures in reasoned
analyses.
ENGLISH 205
English Literature I (Beginnings to 1800)
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 102 or equivalent.
Students read, discuss, and analyze major works of
English literature from the beginnings to the late
eighteenth century to develop an understanding and
appreciation of the poetry, ction, and drama of these
literary periods and to express that appreciation in
reasoned analyses.
ENGLISH 206
English Literature II:
Nineteenth Century to the Present
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 102 or equivalent.
Students read, discuss and analyze major works of
English literature from the nineteenth century to the
present to develop an understanding and appreciation
of the poetry, ction, and drama of these literary periods
and to express that appreciation in reasoned analyses.
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ENGLISH 207
American Literature I:
Nineteenth Century to the Present
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Students read American writers and analyze themes
from colonial times to 1865. Besides reading the literary
works of major writers, students become acquainted
with writers who suggest the diversity of subject, and
opinion, in American literature.
ENGLISH 208
American Literature II:
Nineteenth Century to the Present
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Students read, discuss and analyze major American
literature from the Civil War Period to the present,
in order to understand, appreciate, and investigate
multicultural inuences within national identity.
ENGLISH 211
Fiction- 3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Students read, discuss, and analyze selected short
stories and novels written in, or translated into, English
from a diversity of cultures and countries to increase
students’ understanding and appreciation of the art and
craft of ction writing.
ENGLISH 212
Poetry- 3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours.
PREREQUISITE: English 101 or equivalent.
Students study works by selected poets and background
for appreciation of the poetic form, including early
verses to 20th and 21st century poetry. Students gain
a historical sense and literary appreciated shaped
by readings which include reading stylistically and
culturally diverse works.
ENGLISH 214
Contemporary Literature
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Students read key literary works and ideas of recent
mainstream and ethnically diverse literature to develop
understanding and appreciation of contemporary
culture through reasoned analyses of its literature.
ENGLISH 215
Shakespeare I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Students read Shakespeare to develop an understanding
of and appreciation for his sonnets and representative
comedies, histories, and tragedies, focusing primarily on
the spectrum of his earlier work to his career’s midpoint.
ENGLISH 216
Shakespeare II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Students continue to study Shakespeare’s poetry,
theater, and drama with a selection of different works of
Shakespeare than those used in English 215.
ENGLISH 218
Children’s Literature
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
A study of children’s literature with an emphasis on
the nature and development of the genre and why
this literature takes so many different forms. Some
consideration of the various concepts of the “child” will
be included.
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ENGLISH 219
The Literature of American Ethnic Groups
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours Prerequisite: English
101 or equivalent.
Students use critical analysis of the various ethnic
American writers who straddle two or more cultures,
analyzing in terms of assimilation, acculturation,
double and mestiza consciousness and wholeness.
Students read and analyze the diversity of conicting
perspectives in novel, autobiography, essay, and poetry
in the context of how these writers have dened or
challenged concepts of identity, society, and power in
past and contemporary American cultures. Students
read literary works by African American, American
Indian, Asian American, Arab American, Chicano/Latino,
and Euro-American writers.
ENGLISH 239
Women in Literature
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Students become acquainted with the work of women
writers, historical and contemporary, who have made
important contributions to literature. Writers to be read
include Wollstonecraft, Woolf, Chopin, Austen, Cisneros,
Butler, Hong-Kingston, and Cather, among others.
Students are expected to write critical essays and a
research paper that examine the predominant themes in
path-breaking literature by and (to a lesser extent) about
women, as well as the various archetypes, images, roles,
and statuses of women. Special attention is devoted to
traditional literary analysis and interpretation of primary
texts through the lens of the various schools of literary
criticism.
ENGLISH 240
Literature and the Motion Picture I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
The student will examine the comparative arts of
literature and the motion picture, analyzing the inherent
conicts of translation between two different mediums.
This includes readings of literary works, both classic
and modern, screenings of lm versions based upon
these literary sources, discussion, and writing of critical
papers. The course explores the variations in mediums
and the act of translation across mediums.
ENGLISH 252
The English Bible as Literature
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Students study the principle achievements of the Hebrew
and Greek Testaments, analyzing the numerous literary
and cultural inuences within and of
the Bible.
ENGLISH 255
Latin American Literature
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Students study a selection of signicant literary works by
Latin American authors. Readings will include selected
poems, plays, and ction by writers such as Pablo
Neruda, Galeano, and Jorge Luis Borges and will explore
the themes of magical realism, social engagement,
‘Ia raza cosmica’; and utopian yearnings.
ENGLISH 270
Science Fiction- Fantasy
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
Students read and study works of science ction, with an
emphasis on the use of mythology, science ction by
scientists and non scientists, philosophically oriented
science ction, and science ction as fantasy and
escape literature.
ENGLISH 285
Directed Study-English
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Students pursue directed study in literary analysis, a
particular genre or period, or independent research
on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor.
ENGLISH 385
Directed Study-English
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Allows students to pursue directed study on a contract
basis under the direction of a supervising instructor.
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ESL 2A
College ESL II: Writing and Grammar
6 UNITS NDA
Lecture 6 hours
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement level demonstrated
through the assessment process.
Advisory: ESL 2B. (Pass/No Pass)
Students in this high-beginning ESL course learn
reading, writing, and grammar skills to prepare them
for academic work. The course content emphasizes
vocabulary, grammar, and writing through guided and
free writing of multi-sentence compositions on common
subjects. Reading, speaking, and listening activities
reinforce writing and grammar development. Required:
Eight to ten writing assignments, including at least four
compositions of 100-150 words.
ESL 2B
College ESL II: Reading, Listening, and Speaking
6 UNITS NDA
Lecture 6 hours
Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the ESL placement
assessment.
Advisory: ESL 2A. (Pass/ No Pass)
Students in this high-beginning ESL course learn
listening, speaking, and reading comprehension and
vocabulary skills to prepare for their academic work
across the curriculum. This course is designed to start
building academic vocabulary and reading skills.
ESL 3A
College ESL Ill: Writing and Grammar
6 UNITS
Lecture 6 hours
PREREQUISITES: ESL 2A or Appropriate Score on the
English Placement Exam. A
ADVISORIES: ESL 3B or ESL 3C. (Credit/No Credit)
Students in this low-intermediate ESL course learn
written composition, grammar, and critical reading
skills to prepare them for college work. The emphasis
is on writing based on critical reading and personal
experience. Grammar skills and mechanics are
emphasized throughout each lesson. Required: Eight
to ten writing assignments, including at least four
paragraphs of 150-250 words. Prerequisite: Completion
of ESL 2A with credit, or appropriate ESL placement
level demonstrated through the assessment process.
ESL 3B
College ESL Ill: Reading and Vocabulary
3UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: ESL 2B or appropriate score on the ESL
placement assessment.
Advisory: ESL 3A or ESL 3C. (Pass/No Pass)
Students in this low-intermediate ESL course learn reading
comprehension, critical reading, and vocabulary skills to
prepare for their academic work across the curriculum. This
course is designed to build academic language uency
including academic vocabulary.
ESL 3C
College ESL III: Listening and Speaking
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: ESL 2B or appropriate score on the ESL
placement assessment.
Advisory: ESL 3A and ESL 3B.
(Pass/ No Pass)
Students at the low-intermediate ESL level learn skills
to improve listening and speaking to prepare them for
college work.
ESL 4C
College English as a Second Language IV: Listening
and Speaking
3 UNITS
Prerequisite: ESL 3C or Placement Exam.
Students in this intermediate ESL course improve their
listening comprehension and oral uency to prepare
for academic work across the curriculum. Speaking
practice includes level-appropriate activities such
as presentations, discussions, and interviews using
academic vocabulary.
ESL 5C
College English as a Second Language V: Listening
and Speaking
3 UNITS
Prerequisite: ESL 4C or Placement Exam
Students in this high-intermediate ESL course improve their
listening comprehension and oral uency to prepare for
academic work across the curriculum. Speaking practice
includes level-appropriate activities such as presentations,
discussions, and interviews using academic vocabulary.
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ESL 6C
College English as a Second Language VI: Listening
and Speaking
3 UNITS
Prerequisite: ESL 5C or Placement Exam
Students in this low-advanced ESL course improve their
listening comprehension and oral uency to prepare for
academic work across the curriculum. Speaking practice
includes level-appropriate activities such as presentations,
discussions, and debates using academic vocabulary.
E.S.L. 4A
College ESL IV: Writing and Grammar
6 UNITS
Lecture 6 hours
Prerequisite ESL 3A or appropriate score on the ESL
placement assessment.
Advisory: ESL 4B.
(Pass/ No Pass)
Students in this intermediate ESL course learn written
composition, grammar, and critical reading skills
to prepare them for college work. The emphasis is
on writing based on critical reading and personal
experience. Students will be introduced to summarizing
skills. Grammar skills and mechanics are emphasized
throughout each lesson. Required: Eight to ten writing
assignments, each of at least four paragraphs of 200-300
words. Prerequisite: Completion of ESL 3A with credit, or
appropriate ESL placement level demonstrated through
the assessment process.
E.S.L. 4B
College ESL IV: Reading and Vocabulary
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: ESL 3B or appropriate score on the ESL
placement assessment.
Advisory: ESL 4A. (Pass/ No Pass)
Students in this intermediate ESL course learn reading
comprehension, critical reading, and vocabulary skills to
prepare for their academic work across the curriculum.
This course is designed to build academic language
uency including academic vocabulary.
E.S.L. 5A
College ESL V: Writing and Grammar
6 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 6 hours
Prerequisite: ESL 4A or appropriate score on the ESL
placement assessment.
Advisory: ESL 5B.
Students in this high-intermediate ESL course learn
written composition, grammar, and critical reading skills to
prepare them for college work. The emphasis is on writing
based on critical reading, interpretation/analysis, and
personal experience. Students will develop paraphrasing
and summarizing skills. Grammar skills and mechanics
are emphasized throughout each lesson. Required:
Eight to ten writing assignments, including at least four
compositions of 300-500 words. Prerequisite: Completion
of ESL 4A with credit, or appropriate ESL placement level
demonstrated through the assessment process.
E.S.L. 5B
College ESL V: Reading and Vocabulary
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: ESL 4B or appropriate score on the ESL
placement assessment. Advisory: ESL 5A.
Students in this high-intermediate ESL course learn reading
comprehension, critical reading, and vocabulary skills to
prepare for and support their academic work across the
curriculum. This course is designed to build academic
language uency including academic vocabulary.
E.S.L. 6A
College ESL VI: Writing and Grammar
6 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: ESL 5A or appropriate score on the ESL
placement assessment.
Advisory: ESL 6B.
Students at this advanced ESL course learn written
composition, grammar, and critical reading skills to prepare
them for college work. The emphasis is on writing based
primarily on critical reading and interpretation/analysis.
Students will be introduced to appropriate citation and basic
bibliographic conventions in their writing. Advanced grammar
skills and mechanics are emphasized throughout each lesson.
Required: Eight to ten writing assignments, including at least
four essays of 400-600 words. Prerequisite: Completion of
ESL 5A with a grade of ‘C’ or better, or appropriate placement
level demonstrated through the assessment process.
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E.S.L. 6B
College ESL VI: Reading and Vocabulary
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: ESL 5B or appropriate score on the ESL
placement assessment.
Advisory: ESL 6A.
Students in this low-advanced ESL course learn reading
comprehension, critical reading, and vocabulary skills to
prepare for and support their academic work across the
curriculum. This course is designed to build academic
language uency including advanced academic
vocabulary.
E.S.L.008
Advanced ESL Composition
6 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: ESL 6A or appropriate placement level
demonstrated through the assessment process.
This is a course in written composition, grammar, and
critical reading skills tailored for the ESL student. It is a
prerequisite for English 101. The emphasis is on writing
based primarily on critical reading and interpretation/
analysis. Students will be required to use MLA and/
or APA citation and bibliographic conventions in their
research. Advanced grammar skills and mechanics are
emphasized throughout each lesson. Required: Eight to
ten writing assignments, including at least four essays of
600-800 words and one research paper.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 21
(SAME AS NUTRITION 21)
Nutrition
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn the scientic concepts of Nutrition in
a lecture interactive format evaluating how lifestyle,
diet, food/nutrition/nutrient excess and deciencies;
phytochemicals; food safety; food technology affect
diseases and assessment of nutrition in human
development from conception through maturity.
Personal dietary assessment, synthesizing data from
computerized dietary program and family tree, appraises
nutritional disease risk factors. Students evaluate
excesses and deciencies and construct practices that
establish and maintain a healthy lifestyle and result in
a healthier mind, healthier nutritional eating practices,
enhancing the spirit and nourishing the body.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 24
Food Preparation
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students are introduced to the scientic fundamentals of
food preparation in both lecture and laboratory format.
Scientic principles of food preparation are emphasized
using current technology. The role of food in cultures,
nutrition, and the economy are integrated into meal
planning and preparation.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 27
Nutrition Care
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Family and Consumer Studies 21, 55, and
56
Co-requisite: Family and Consumer Studies 127 required.
Advisory: English 101 and Biology 25.
Students learn about nutritional problems of patients
with cancer, HIV/AIDS, heart disease, diabetes,
gastrointestinal diseases, renal diseases, and liver
diseases. Development and implementation of the
nutrition care process is emphasized.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 28
Advanced Nutrition Care
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Family and Consumer Studies 27 or equivalent.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in Family and
Consumer Studies 128 an 29 required.
The student will study the nutritional needs at each
stage of the life cycle. Cultural food preferences are
studied and incorporated into nutrition education and
counseling of clients. Popular weight control programs
are assessed for effectiveness.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 29
Dietetic Seminar
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in Family and
Consumer Studies 129 and 28 required.
The student will learn about the role of the dietetic
technician in the dietetics profession and health care
delivery system where methods for quality improvement
and marketing are emphasized.
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STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATORY GUIDELINES
FOR FOOD SERVICE ARE STUDIED.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 50
SANITATION AND SAFETY
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn basic principles of sanitation and
safety including the types of microorganisms that
cause foodborne illness, foodborne infections, toxin-
mediated infection, and intoxication. Class includes
discussion of environmental conditions including food
hazards, contamination, cross-contamination, time and
temperature, and personal food handler practices that
cause sanitation/safety risks. US Food Code regulations,
California state and Los Angeles County Environmental
Health Department regulations and a HACCP system of
food safety will help dene the role of food, people, and
facility in managing a sanitary food facility operation.
Emphasis on the importance of proper employee food
safety training practices as related to the providing of
safe food are core competencies of this class.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 51
Food Production Management
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Co-requisite: Family and Consumer Studies 151
Advisory: Math 105 (or LS 10) and English 28
Students are introduced to menu analysis for food
requisitioning, food production planning and
implementation. Basic principles of quantity cooking
are emphasized.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 52
Food Service Management
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Family and Consumer Studies 51 and 55.
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Current concepts in food service management are
presented in a lecture/discussion format. The course
focuses on the systems approach to food service
management, including the menu, food purchasing,
personal management, facility management, scal
management, marketing, and information systems.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 55
Dietetic Education
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 or equivalent.
Students will be introduced to careers in dietetics and
food service. The application of communication skills to
training, counseling, and education will be studied.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 56
Nutrition Delivery Systems
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Co-requisite: Family and Consumer Studies 156.
Advisories: English 28 or equivalent, and Mathematics
105 or higher, Learning Skills 10ABC or higher.
The student learns an introduction to nutrition delivery
systems and institutional menu diet modications. The
student will study medical nutrition therapy and how to
modify diets for particular diseases. State and federal
regulatory guidelines for food service are studied.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 127
NUTRITION CARE LABORATORY
2 UNITS (A)
LABATORY 6 HOURS.
Prerequisite: fcs 21, 55 and 56
Co-requisite: family and consumer studies 27.
Advisory: english 101 and biology 28
In this clinical laboratory setting, students receive supervised
practice in the development and implementation of
nutrition care plans in acute care facilities.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 128
ADVANCED NUTRITION CARE LABORATORY
2 UNITS (A)
Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Family and Consumer Studies 127, Physical
examination, negative TB test within the past 6 months,
MMR, student liability insurance, background check,
Co-requisite: Family and Consumer Studies 28.
This course is offered only spring semesters, day session.
This clinical laboratory provides supervised practice in
group education and counseling of clients from various
stages of the life cycle.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 129
Dietetic Laboratory
2 UNITS (A)
Prerequisite: Physical examination and negative TB test
within the past 6 months, student liability insurance,
Co-requisite: Family and Consumer Studies 29.
The student will practice community nutrition,
management and marketing for food service facilities in
a supervised practice setting.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 151
Food Production Management Laboratory
2 UNITS (A)
Laboratory 5 hours
Co-requisite: Family and Consumer Studies 51 required.
Students receive supervised practice in food requisitioning,
food production planning, and quantity food production
in a clinical laboratory.
FAMILY AND CONSUMER STUDIES 156
Nutrition Delivery Systems Laboratory
2 UNITS (A)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Physical exam, negative TB test within previous
Co-requisite: Family and Consumer Studies 56 required.
LS 10
The student completes supervised practice at a long
term care facility in nutritional services. Nutrition delivery
systems are evaluated according to state and federal
regulatory guidelines. Student shadows a Dietetic
Service Supervisor and increasingly contributes as a
supervised member of the health care team.
FINANCE 2
Investments
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students receive the essentials of the principles of
investment, the various types of investments, the
operations of investment markets, and sources of
information.
FINANCE 8
Personal Finance and Investments
3 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 6 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students receive and apply the principles of accounting,
banking, nance, ofce methods, management, and
production, to one’s personal affairs. Family budgeting,
consumer credit, home ownership, life and property
insurance, investments and savings plans, social security
and retirement plans.
FINANCE 15
Principles of Banking
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
This course is designed to provide an understanding of
the basic functions of banking and a working knowledge
of the operation of a bank.
Transfer limit: UCLA allows no credit for duplication of
a foreign language if the student completed in high
school the equivalent levels with a satisfactory grade;
A.A. Degree.
One year of high school study in French corresponds to
one college semester of credit or one semester of French
at LACC equals one full year of high school credit.
FRENCH 1
Elementary French I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67
The student learns French pronunciation and grammar,
practical vocabulary, useful phrases as well as basic facts
on the geography, customs and culture of the French
speaking world.
FRENCH 2
Elementary French II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: French 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student completes the study of elementary French
grammar, increases their practical vocabulary, and masters
useful phrases. The student reads elementary texts
including those that explore basic facts on the geography,
customs and culture of the French speaking world.
FRENCH 3
Intermediate French I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours Laboratory 1 hour.
Prerequisite: French 2 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Review of grammar, composition and vocabulary building.
Introduction to French and Francophile authors.
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FRENCH 4
Intermediate French II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: French 3 with a satisfactory grade or equivalent.
Students will speak, read and understand spoken French
at an intermediate (semi-uent) to advanced (near-
uent or completely uent) level. Students will discuss
cultural, artistic, literary and historical traditions of the
French-speaking world.
FRENCH 8
Conversational French
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Prerequisite: French 2 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Oral expression in French is the main thrust of the
course. The focus is on conversational skills revolving
around everyday situations that a person may encounter
when traveling or living in French-speaking countries, or
when interacting with French-speaking people in the
United States. UC Limit: maximum units: 2 courses.
FRENCH 10
French Civilization
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
An overview of the French culture from before the
Romans to today. The course includes an understanding
of the different dynasties ruling France through the ages.
It also covers the various wars and revolutions and their
affect on the arts and literature movement. It underlines
the role of France in Europe and the world.
FRENCH 21
Fundamentals of French I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The students build basic competencies in French
through intensive practice of the sound system and
study of grammatical patterns and expressions that
prepare students to function within the contexts
relevant to everyday life. Students learn to greet people,
compare tastes and preferences in music, lm, art, and
other activities, tell time, and make plans with others.
Students will gain knowledge of France and other
French-speaking cultures of the world through readings
and multimedia. French 21 is the rst half of French
1. Credit can not be earned for both French 1 and for
French 21.
GEOGRAPHY 1
Physical Geography
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn about basic scientic principles of
geography such as Earth-Sun relationships, weather,
climate, water, plate tectonics, landforms, soil, and the
biosphere. Emphasis is on the interrelationships among
physical systems and processes and their resulting
patterns and distributions. Tools of geographic inquiry
are also briey covered; they may include: maps,
remote sensing, Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
and Global Positioning Systems (GPS). Optional eld
trips are offered.
GEOGRAPHY 2
Cultural Elements of Geography
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn about diverse human populations in
the context of the globe, including the description,
analysis, and explanation of demography, migration,
folk and popular culture, language, religion, ethnicity,
political geography, development, agriculture, industry,
economic activities, urban areas, and resource utilization.
Special emphasis is placed on contemporary issues such
as the effects of globalization and the impact of human
settlements on the natural environment. Students also
learn basic geographic literacy and map reading.
GEOGRAPHY 15
Physical Geography Laboratory
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Pre/Co-requisite: Geography 1
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
This course is designed to provide supplemental
exercises in topics covered in Physical Geography lecture
(Geography 1). Students learn to analyze and interpret
maps, including weather maps and topographic maps,
as well as perform hands-on exercises that explore
Earth-Sun relationships, atmospheric energy transfer,
pressure and moisture, climate and biogeography, plate
tectonics and volcanoes, and landforms.
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GEOLOGY 1
Physical Geology
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn: the scientic method and signicant
historical developments in geological sciences;
formation of Earth materials, including minerals, igneous
rocks, sedimentary rocks, and metamorphic rocks;
geological time, including relative dating, absolute
dating, and fossil correlation; Earth’s internal processes,
including plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanism and
magmatism, mountain building, geological structures,
and metamorphism; Earth’s external processes, including
weathering, erosion, sedimentation, mass wasting,
groundwater, surface water, and climate systems; and
renewable and nonrenewable resources, including water
and fossil fuels.
GEOLOGY 002
Earth History
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students receive an introduction to the geological
history of Earth and its inhabitants, with emphasis on
the evolution of life and landforms of North America.
Topics include how Earth processes produce and alter
landforms, climate, and energy and water resources on
which humans depend; signicant tectonic events, such
as mountain building episodes; and the evolutionary
history of life on Earth, including plants, sh, dinosaurs,
mammals, and humans. Multimedia presentations are
used throughout the course. Field trips will be taken.
GEOLOGY 6
Physical Geology Laboratory
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Pre-Co-Requisite: Geology 1
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn: identication of minerals and rocks;
topographic and geologic map skills, including changing
map scales using dimensional analysis and interpretation
of geological structures in map view and cross-section;
stratigraphic interpretation of sea level change; coastal
sedimentary processes; determination of the location
and magnitude of earthquakes; geological time and
important geological events; the scale of the Earth and
its place in the solar system; and energy and mineral
resources. Field trips may be taken.
HEALTH 2
Health and Fitness
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Course explores physical tness as related to The
students will determine the components of a healthy
physical and psychological lifestyle, with an emphasis on
disease prevention, including violence/abuse, nutrition,
sexuality, reproduction, drugs, alcohol, tobacco,
aging, stress management, and weight control. During
the physical tness segment, students participate in
aerobic, exibility, and strengthening activities, focusing
on individual improvement. Students assess their tness
status to build their own tness plan.
HEALTH 8
Women’s Personal Health
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student will investigate both physiological and
psychological health issues that are unique to women,
including, nutrition, hygiene, sexuality, reproduction,
drug use, violence and abuse, and diseases common to
women.
HEALTH 11
Principles of Healthful Living
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The course offers health related concepts for today
and the future as guidelines for a self-directed,
responsible, satisfying, and productive life- style.
Emphasis is on cognitive concepts and strategies
of wellness for the individuals personal community,
vocational, and leadership roles.
HEALTH 12
Safety Education and First Aid
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students receive the theory and a detailed
demonstration of the rst aid care of the injured. This
course covers how to assess a victim’s condition and
incorporate proper treatment. Standard rst aid, CPR,
and AED certication(s) will be granted upon successful
completion of requirements.
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HISTORY 1
Introduction to Western Civilization I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn about the development of western
culture and civilization to the Reformation.
HISTORY 2
Introduction to Western Civilization II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student learns the history of Western Civilization
focusing on the period from the French Revolution to
the present.
HISTORY 3
History of England and Great Britain I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101
The student learns the history of British culture,
emphasizing social, political, and economic issues from
earliest times to 1500.
HISTORY 4
History of England and Great Britain II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101
The student learns the history of British culture,
emphasizing social, political, and economic issues from
1500 to the present.
HISTORY 7
The World’s Great Religions
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture: 3 hours.
Students survey the historical development of the
world’s great religions. A study is made of the origins
and growth of major religions with an emphasis on the
nature of religions, and religion as a discipline of study.
HISTORY 11
Political and Social History of the United States I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
UC limit: Credit allowed for only one of African-American
Studies 4 or History11 or Chicano Studies 7.
Students learn the political and social history of the
United States from the colonial period through the Civil
War and Reconstruction.
HISTORY 12
Political and Social History of the United States II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students survey study of the social and political history
of the United States from the Reconstruction era to
the present, focusing not only on political and social
developments in the history of the United States but also
on economic and cultural developments, and analyzing
changes in both the United States' domestic policies
and its ongoing and changing role in international
affairs. Note: HIST 11 is not a prerequisite for this course.
Students may take HIST 12 without taking HIST 11.
HISTORY 13
The United States in the Twentieth Century
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn to explain and analyze the main events,
personalities, and themes of the social and political
history of the U.S. in the 20th & 21st centuries by focusing
on their overall impact on United States history, (i.e.
cultural, political, and social movements), including a
discussion of the country’s central institutions.
HISTORY 59
Comparative History of Genocide and War Crimes
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67
The student learn the comparative history of genocide
and war crimes in the 20th century and the legal
instruments and organizations that have attempted to
criminalize acts that t within the denitions of genocide
under international law. Students will also learn the
comparative history of cultural conict (identity), race &
racism, and nationalism.
HISTORY 73
Race and Racism in the United States
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 21 or equivalent.
Students survey the development of racial theories
and the interactions between ethnic groups in the
United States. Students investigate and develop an
understanding of how racism has affected intercultural
collaboration or confrontation. This course encourages
an understanding of the similarities and differences in
racial and ethnic experiences in the United States.
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HISTORY 81
A History of Working People in the United States I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101 and 67
The student learns the history of working people in
the United States from the colonial period through
Reconstruction. Colonial life, the Revolutionary War,
the early republic, the market revolution, the rise of
urban America, westward expansion, the Civil War, and
Reconstruction are examined from the perspective
of indentured servants, slaves, farmers, skilled and
unskilled laborers, and male and female workers.
HISTORY 82
A History of Working People in the United States II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101 or 67
The student learns the history of working people in
the United States from Reconstruction to the present.
Reconstruction, the gilded Age and Progressive Era,
immigration, imperialism, the Twenties, the Great
Depression and New Deal, the World Wars, the Cold
War and the Fifties, the Sixties, the conservative shift,
and globalization are examined from the perspective of
people from diverse social groups.
HISTORY 86
Introduction to World Civilizations I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Traces the development and interrelationships of the
major world civilizations and their cultural traditions
and contributions from the earliest times to the era of
European expansion in the sixteenth century.
HISTORY 87
Introduction to World Civilizations II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture: 3 hours.
Prerequisite: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Traces the development of interrelationships of the
major world civilizations and their cultural traditions
and contributions for the earliest times to the era of
European expansion to the sixteenth century.
HISTORY 385
Directed Study - History
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture: 3 hours.
Students study History on a contract basis under the
direction of a supervising instructor.
HUMANITIES 6
Great People, Great Ages
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Introduction to ideas and methods in the Humanities.
Exploration of the way in which individuals and groups
create meaning in their lives and in the world around them.
HUMANITIES 8
Great Women in Humanities
3 UNITS (RPT 1) (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students are introduced to the ideas and methods in
gender studies. A wide range of conceptions of how
gender identities are dened across cultures and
historical eras are explored. Various course topics
covered include: how women have resisted oppression,
how women have found sources of power in family,
friends, work and education, how sexuality is constructed
across time and place, and how gender relations
continue to evolve.
HUMANITIES 30
The Beginnings of Western Civilization
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students are introduced to the contemporary cultural
encounters between the various world cultures
including Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Africa. Rather
than a historical survey, specic historical case studies
are examined.
HUMANITIES 31
People in Contemporary Society
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Examination of the cultural encounters between
European culture and the cultures of the Americas, Asia
and Africa beginning from the Renaissance to present
day.
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HUMANITIES 61
People and Their World: The Creative Processes
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students explore contemporary arts, literature, and
popular culture. Students employ a range of analytic
frameworks, including how the creative process is
generated through myth and dreams as well as how
race, class, gender, and sexuality are portrayed in
popular culture.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 1
International Trade
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Business 1 with a satisfactory grade or better.
Students gain an understanding of international
business, the dynamics between developed and
developing countries, recent trends, how and why the
world’s countries differ, and implications to managers of
international companies. The principles of international
trade, including the central tenets of globalization, the new
world order in the global economy, and the institutions
that govern global trade will be covered. Topics include:
globalization, foreign direct investment, political
economies, regional economic integration, foreign
exchange market, international monetary system, global
capital markets, strategies of international organizations,
and exporting, importing and counter-trade.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 3
Exporting Procedures I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: International Business 1 with a satisfactory
grade or better.
The student identies, denes, and explains that which
is required by the United States regulatory agencies to
export from the United States. Emphasis will be placed
on how to determine if a commodity is acceptable for
export and how to prepare the proper documentation
required by the country of destination.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 4
Import Procedures I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: International Business 1.
The student learns how to identify, dene, and explain
the United States regulatory agencies requirements to
import to the United States. Emphasis will be placed
on how to determine what duties commodities might
be subject to and how to prepare and present to the
Bureau of Customs the shipment and its document.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 5
Payment Instruments and Procedures I
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Advisories: Business 1 and/or International Business 1
with satisfactory grades or better.
The student learns how to arrange and receive payment
for merchandise shipped from one country to another.
Topics covered include how to prepare and ll out
documents. Also included is information regarding
credit and political risk insurance.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 6
International Marketing I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Open to all students.
Student is focused on how to get foreign customers for
American made products, how to identify prospective
customers, how to make contact and how to sell the
product. Variables include: culture, trade customs,
politics, climate, wealth, business and government
structures and international law. One year of high school
study in Italian corresponds to one college semester or
one semester of college Italian equals one full year of
high school study.
ITALIAN 1
Elementary Italian I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours.
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Pronunciation and grammar, practical vocabulary, useful
phrases: basic facts on the geography, customs and
culture of the Italian-speaking world.
ITALIAN 2
Elementary Italian II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Italian 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The students learn the pronunciation, grammar, and
culture of the Italian-speaking world.
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JAPANESE 1
Elementary Japanese I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students learn the fundamentals of pronunciation and
grammar, basic vocabulary, useful phrases; reading and
writing with Romanized alphabet and Japanese scripts,
basic facts on the geography, customs and culture of Japan.
Corresponds to the rst year of high school Japanese.
JAPANESE 2
Elementary Japanese II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
equivalent.
Students continue to learn the fundamentals of
pronunciation and grammar. Additional Chinese
characters are introduced. Japanese geography,
customs and culture are also included.
JAPANESE 3
Intermediate Japanese I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
equivalent.
Students continue to study the intermediate level of
grammar and vocabulary building for conversational
uency and written composition. Begins the study of
short narrative writing.
JAPANESE 4
Intermediate Japanese II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
equivalent.
Students complete the study of fundamental grammar
and provides additional training in grammar, written
composition, and use of idioms. Greater emphasis is
placed on the knowledge and use of Kanji. Continues
the reading of short narrative stories.
JAPANESE 8
Elementary Conversational Japanese
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
equivalent.
The students focus on conversational skills revolving
around everyday situations that a person encounter when
traveling or living in Japanese-speaking environment.
UC Maximum credit: 2 times (4 units).
JAPANESE 9
Japanese Civilization
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
The student surveys Japanese civilization from ancient times
to the present; the historical and cultural backgrounds;
signicant aspects of Japanese culture; religion, philosophy,
socio-political institutions and art forms.
JAPANESE 69
Japanese Through Internet and Multimedia
2 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 4 hours
Japanese through Internet and Multimedia is a course
designed to supplement and enhance students' skills
in Japanese language by providing an introduction to
tutorials, self-help websites, and other resource materials
that enable students to perform everyday functions,
translations, searches, and social interactions online in
Japanese. Students will develop critical reading, writing,
and computer skills in Japanese which will be necessary
for their success in both Japanese language courses
and future careers/vocations.
JOURNALISM 101
Collecting and Writing News
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
This introductory course stresses instruction and
practice in news gathering and news writing. Curriculum
connects theory with meaningful activity in the basic
principles of news writing, including a section on
broadcast writing. The course includes an examination
of freedom of the press along with a critical analysis of
its responsibilities. Students receive an overview of press
ethics and resolving ethical dilemmas.
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JOURNALISM 105
Mass Communications
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students examine America’s mass communication
systems and learn how they affect human behavior in
relation to social, political and economic institutions.
Students learn the structure and function of media in the
digital age. Students learn and discuss media literacy and
mass communication theories, as well as public relations
practice, the history of advertising and the evolution of
the Internet. Survey of factors that inuence the creation
and distribution of media messages, and the impact of
those messages on society.
JOURNALISM 185
Directed Study - Journalism
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
The student learns to work independently and produce
content in Directed Study under the direction of a
supervising instructor.
JOURNALISM 217-1
Publication Laboratory I
2 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory: 6 hours
In this beginning level course, students learn
introductory newspaper production techniques through
the publication of the campus newspaper, including
newspaper design, layout, graphic techniques, and
materials. Student reporters, editors, photographers
and other visual journalists receive practical instruction
in basic production and publication. Deadlines and real-
world working conditions are stressed.
JOURNALISM 217-2
Publication Laboratory II
2 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory: 6 hours
In this intermediate level course, students learn to
identify relevant editorial topics and produce content
for the opinion/editorial section, through the publication
of the campus newspaper, the Collegian. Reporters,
photographers and cartoonists learn to collaborate
at the intermediate level in order to produce effective
staff editorials and editorial cartoons or other images.
Students also produce content for the news section, and
learn to create style sheets and dummy pages for the
graphic design of the op/ed section. Students adhere to
strict deadlines.
JOURNALISM 217-3
Publication Laboratory III
2 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory: 6 hours
In this advanced course, students learn newspaper
production techniques, and adapt print work to the
Internet. Advanced students produce stories for the print
edition of the campus newspaper and also contribute
content to the newspaper’s digital site, Collegian Wired.
Students focus on introductory vertical reporting skills
that may include photography, videography, broadcast
editing, broadcast reporting and print reporting.
Students learn to generate ideas for photo essays,
graphics centerpieces and bar charts. Student reporters
focus on series and investigative reporting techniques.
JOURNALISM 217-4
Publication Laboratory IV
2 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory: 6 hours
Students learn professional-level newspaper production
techniques through the publication of the campus
newspaper, the Collegian with an emphasis on mobile
journalism and social media. At the professional level,
students write for the Collegian and practice the skills
necessary to work across social media, broadcast and
print platforms. At the professional level, all students
publish blogs, and create online portfolios.
JOURNALISM 218-1
Practical Editing I
3 UNITS (CSU)
or
equivalent.
In this beginning course, students learn editing
fundamentals through the publication of the campus
newspaper, the Collegian. This includes basic copy editing,
writing headlines and cropping photographs. Editors
evaluate and discuss issues of the newspaper in regularly
scheduled critique sessions following publication.
JOURNALISM 218-2
Practical Editing II
3 UNITS (CSU)
P
or equivalent.
Students learn intermediate newspaper editing skills
through the publication of the campus newspaper, the
Collegian. Editors check facts, spelling, grammar and
Associated Press style for all copy. Students improve stories
and oversee major revisions, and learn to collaborate with
news design staff, photographers and reporters. Student
editors learn to manage social media channels in the
newsroom, and assign online/broadcast and multimedia
stories to reporters, producers and photographers.
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JOURNALISM 218-3
Practical Editing III
3 UNITS (CSU)
or equivalent.
In this course, students practice advanced newspaper editing
skills through the publication of the campus newspaper,
the Collegian. Students edit reporter work for grammar,
punctuation, clarity and Associated Press Style. Student
editors craft headlines and cutlines, and also practice editing
skills across other platforms, including broadcast and the
web. Editors learn front page design software, and focus on
copy ow and newsroom organization. Published work is
critiqued in regularly scheduled class meetings.
JOURNALISM 218-4
Practical Editing IV
3 UNITS (CSU)
or equivalent.
Students learn professional-level newspaper writing
and copy editing through the publication of the campus
newspaper, the Collegian. Students develop news
management skills essential to the demands of evolving
media. Editors master Associated Press Style and learn
newsroom techniques to improve broadcast, online,
multimedia and social media content. Editors review and
critique all content in regularly scheduled class meetings.
JOURNALISM 219-1
Techniques for Staff Editors I
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
I
n this beginning course, students learn practices in
editorial writing and analysis, while working as editors
on the campus newspaper, The Collegian. Students also
learn newsroom leadership skills and how to formulate
editorial policy. Student learn to be accountable for what
they publish. They also learn to respond to feedback
from readers, including letters to the editor.
JOURNALISM 219-2
Techniques for Staff Editors II
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours to be arranged
In this course, student editors receive intermediate
instruction in editorial writing and analysis of editorial
problems. Students survey research methods. Students
learn newsroom leadership skills and how to formulate
editorial policy. Students set advertising and editorial
policy.
JOURNALISM 219-3
Techniques for Staff Editors III
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours to be arranged
In this course, students learn advanced techniques for
managing and producing the student newspaper, the
Collegian. Students focus on newsroom operations and
staff hierarchy. Editors learn planning techniques and
establish reporting guidelines. At this level, editors analyze
coverage during regular meetings and implement changes
to improve print and online content. Students master real
newsroom techniques and practices, and learn to produce
under intense deadline pressure.
JOURNALISM 220
Magazine Production
3 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours.
better.
Students will learn the theory and practice of planning
and producing a print magazine. This includes pre-press
production, budgeting, writing, editing and publishing
a magazine that includes social media, photography
and broadcast components. Unity of design and
artistic principles are stressed to produce compelling
pages. Students also focus on the selection and use of
typographic fonts in layout and design. Students learn
to create production schedules, and to work closely
with the printer to stay on budget to produce the most
compelling edition possible of the Collegian Times.
JOURNALISM 285
Directed Study
2 UNITS (CSU)
Advisory: English 28 and 67131 or equivalent.
Conference: 1 hour per unit.
The student learns to work independently and produce
content in Directed Study under the direction of a
supervising instructor. Credit Limit: A maximum of 3
units in Directed Study may be taken for credit.
KINESIOLOGY 045
Adapted Fitness
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students with veried disabilities perform exercises as
part of an individualized training program to improve
cardiovascular tness, muscular tness, and exibility.
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KINESIOLOGY 180
Marathon Training Course for Run/Walk
1.5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Students develop an understanding of cardiovascular
endurance and specicity of training for marathons
using a variety of tempo run/walks. Students utilize and
understand aerobic and anaerobic energy systems and
when each is used. Race analysis and race psychology
are also explained along with proper hydration and
nutrition.
KINESIOLOGY 185
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 185)
DIRECTED STUDY - PHYSICAL EDUCATION
1 UNIT (CSU)
Students pursue directed studies in Kinesiology on a contract
basis, under the direction of a supervising instructor.
KINESIOLOGY 201-1
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 102)
SWIMMING SKILLS -1
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Students learn intermediate swimming skills. Skills
for each stroke include kicking, arm stroke, proper
breathing techniques, body position and rhythm of
stroke. The student also learn water safety skills.
KINESIOLOGY 202
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 110)
Lap Swimming Skills
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Advanced swimmers improve their speed, strength, and
endurance. Instructor directs organized, challenging
workouts with all four competitive strokes. Students should
be able to swim 50 yards, without stopping, in deep water
using the freestyle stroke and rotary breathing. At the rst
pool session, students’ swimming ability will be assessed
to ensure minimum skills for participation.
KINESIOLOGY 205
Water Polo
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn ball handling, game strategy, shooting,
defense, offense, counter attack, and game management.
Instruction includes progressive skills attainment.
KINESIOLOGY 206
Diving Skills
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn the theory and practice of diving
drills necessary to use the one-meter diving board.
Demonstration and instruction on the ve categories of
basic dives, a front approach, the back take-off, jumps,
line-ups, dry-land conditioning exercises and drills, and
work toward building a ve-dive list is covered.
KINESIOLOGY 215-1
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 241)
Judo Skills-1
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn fteen throwing techniques, ve pinning
techniques, and two constriction techniques, as well as
the history and etiquette of judo.
KINESIOLOGY 215-2
JUDO SKILLS-2
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students apply the techniques of judo to a moving
opponent. Students practice ve throwing techniques,
ve pinning techniques, ve constriction techniques
and two arm locks.
KINESIOLOGY 215-3
Judo Skills - 3
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn the competitive rules of the International
Judo Federation. Additionally students learn ve new
throwing techniques, ve new pinning techniques, two
new arm locks, and ve new constriction techniques,
all of which are applied while attacking and defending
simultaneously while randomly moving about the
competition area.
KINESIOLOGY 217
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 238)
Self-Defense Skills
1 UNIT (UC:CSU)
The student develops the basic skills of self-defense,
beginning with lateral movement, strength and
cardiovascular tness, agility and awareness of self in
one’s environment. The basic skills include striking,
kicking, blocking, throwing, grappling, and other
techniques. Additionally, legal and moral issues of self-
defense are discussed.
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KINESIOLOGY 229
Body Conditioning
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students participate in a variety of vigorous exercises
for increasing cardiovascular tness, muscular strength,
and exibility. Various modes of aerobic exercises are
emphasized in support of the cross-training concept.
Resistance training using xed weight of moderate to
high intensity is used to develop muscular strength
in all major muscle groups. Flexibility training is also
emphasized to enhance skeletal range of motion.
Information on exercise methods and principles, the
physiology of the human body, tness evaluation
methodologies, and nutrition education.
KINESIOLOGY 230
Cardiokickboxing Fitness
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn a non-contact aerobic activity designed
to teach basic kicking and punching techniques to
improve overall tness and increase bio mechanics
training including: cardiorespiratory endurance,
muscular strength and endurance, exibility, and body
composition. Weights, steps, and calisthenic exercises
may also be utilized.
KINESIOLOGY 237
Bootcamp I
1 UNIT (CSU)
Students learn and apply low intensity style boot camp
class activities along with nutrition and diet assessments.
Students learn training exercises like basic aerobic and
anaerobic conditioning, muscular strength, resistance
and endurance training, and also individual and team
concepts. In addition, students are challenged to
understand and apply basic tness principles, basic
anatomy and physiology, the prevention of training
injuries, target heart rate and the intensity of exercise as
well as nutrition for tness. Students train individually,
with a partner or in a team setting.
KINESIOLOGY 246
Body Sculpting
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
LABORATORY 2 HOURS.
Students learn techniques for body sculpting to achieve
cardiovascular tness, exibility, muscle toning and
endurance. Students will utilize exercise bands, core
strength training on mats, weights, stability balls,
medicine balls, kettle bells, and other activities are used
to increase cardiac output and overall lean muscle mass.
KINESIOLOGY 249-1
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 299)
STRESS MANAGEMENT SKILLS - 1
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn techniques for managing stress through
movement, dance therapy, dance meditation, authentic
movement studies, breathing exercises, yoga, physical
therapy and varied relaxation exercises.
KINESIOLOGY 249-2
STRESS MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES THROUGH
MOVEMENT II
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
249-1
Students learn additional techniques for managing stress
through movement, dance therapy, dance meditation,
authentic movement studies, breathing exercises,
yoga, physical therapy and varied relaxation exercises.
Students develop listening skills and presentation skills
through practice.
KINESIOLOGY 250-1
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 230)
WEIGHT TRAINING SKILLS-1
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students develop muscular strength and endurance
using weight machines and free weights. They employ
proper training techniques necessary to maintain
personal tness throughout the lifespan.
KINESIOLOGY 250-2
WEIGHT TRAINING SKILLS-2
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students develop resistance training experience and
become involved in a higher level of exercise. They will
be exposed to a wide variety of machine as well as free
weight exercises and will then design a program based
on individual needs.
KINESIOLOGY 250-3
WEIGHT TRAINING SKILLS-3
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
250-2
Students develop an advanced level in weight training
and techniques that promote muscular strength and
endurance. Excelled use of free weights and machines
along with safety rules are mastered. Students enrolling in
Advanced Weight Training are required to take a skills test.
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KINESIOLOGY 251-1
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 225)
YOGA SKILLS - 1 (SAME AS DANCETQ 221)
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn the physical practice of Yoga, connecting
body, mind and spirit. The students are introduced to its
origins, asanas (positions) and terminology.
KINESIOLOGY 251-2
YOGA SKILLS -2 (SAME AS DANCETQ 222)
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students’ progress in the physical practice of Yoga
asana, moving beyond beginning level positions and
sequences, developing balance in body alignment,
exibility, and strength. The students learn asana
(positions), terminology, and gain greater understanding
of yoga philosophy and its application to daily life.
KINESIOLOGY 251-3
YOGA SKILLS -3 (SAME AS DANCETQ 223)
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
251-2
Students learn the physical and psychological aspects
of Yoga through the practice of connecting body, mind
and spirit. The students are introduced to its origins,
asanas (positions) and terminology.
KINESIOLOGY 265
CROSS COUNTRY CONDITIONING SKILLS
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn basic biomechanics pertaining to
jogging, running and race walking. Students will
improve their cardiovascular system through various
conditioning programs. Students learn a variety
concepts pertaining to pacing, nutrition, cross training
and weight management that help enable them to
increase their quantity and quality of life.
KINESIOLOGY 266 -1
BADMINTON -1
1 UNIT (UC:CSU)
Students learn the basic novice level skills and
knowledge necessary to play badminton such as the
serve, clear, drop and smash shots, rules and basic
strategies for the games of singles and doubles.
KINESIOLOGY 266 -2
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 203)
BADMINTON -2
1 UNIT (UC:CSU)
266-1
Students learn the intermediate level skills and
knowledge necessary to play badminton such as the
serve, clear, drop and smash shots, deception, rules and
intermediate strategies for the games of singles and
doubles as played at the intermediate level.
KINESIOLOGY 271-1
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 212)
TENNIS SKILLS 1
1 UNIT (UC:CSU)
Students learn the fundamental skills and knowledge
necessary to play tennis such as serve, forehand and
backhand ground strokes and volleys, singles and
doubles rules, and basic court positioning and strategy.
KINESIOLOGY 271-2
TENNIS SKILLS -2
1 UNIT (UC:CSU)
271-1
Students learn intermediate level skills and knowledge
to play tennis. Essential aspects of the game are
presented through lecture, demonstration, group and
individual drills, stroke analysis, theory and application
of singles and doubles play. Emphasis is also placed on
physical tness. This skill level articulates with United
States Tennis Association’s level 2.5 to 3.0.
KINESIOLOGY 272
Track and Field Skills
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
L
Students learn instruction and practice in the events
relevant to track and eld. Topics include techniques,
strategies, tness conditioning, and rules pertaining to
all aspects and events of track and eld. Some of the
topics include disk throwing, hurdles, sprinting, cross
training and injury prevention. Emphasis will be put on
proper biomechanics and injury prevention.
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KINESIOLOGY 285
Directed Study - Kinesiology
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Students learn to participate professionally in a variety
of tness environments. Areas of study include youth
tness, personal training, group tness, senior classes
and health, diabetes prevention, and etc. Students learn
to work with clients, manage client care, and analyze
results. They also pursue directed studies in the area of
Kinesiology on a contract basis, under the direction of a
supervising instructor.
KINESIOLOGY 287-1
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 304)
BASKETBALL SKILLS 1
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students practice, at a beginning level, the fundamental
skills of basketball (dribbling, shooting, passing) and
basic offensive and defensive team strategies through
instruction and drills.
KINESIOLOGY 287-2
BASKETBALL SKILLS 2
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students practice, at an intermediate level, the
fundamental skills of basketball (dribbling, shooting,
and passing) and improve their ability to perform these
skills under game conditions. They learn how to be a
contributing team member on offense and defense
by setting screens, playing various zone defenses, and
running a half-court press.
KINESIOLOGY 289-1
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 313) SOCCER SKILLS-1
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn basic soccer skills of passing, dribbling,
shooting, and goal keeping. The course will also
introduce individual and team offense and defense, as
well as the rules, proper etiquette, terminology, and the
components of tness. Students will learn proper soccer
techniques with practice skills and feed back.
KINESIOLOGY 289-2
SOCCER SKILLS-2
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
289-1
Students learn fundamental skills, team strategies, rules
of the games, refereeing, and active participation of
game play also learn how activities can lead to active
healthy lifestyles by developing a personal tness plan.
KINESIOLOGY 290
SOFTBALL SKILLS
1 UNIT (UC: CSU) (RPT 3)
Students learn the fundamental skills and rules of softball.
Students learn proper techniques and strategies for
playing softball. Upon completion, students should be
able to participate in recreational softball.
KINESIOLOGY 291-1
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 322)
VOLLEYBALL SKILLS - 1
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn basic volleyball skills and techniques. Skills
learned are passing, serving, setting, blocking and hitting.
Students learn game strategy and rules of the sport.
KINESIOLOGY 291-2
VOLLEYBALL SKILLS – 2
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Prerequisite: Volleyball Skills - 1
Students learn volleyball skills and techniques. Skills
learned are passing, serving, hitting and blocking. The
students also learn strategy used for games and the
rules of the sport.
KINESIOLOGY 303
AQUA AEROBICS
1.00 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture .5 hour. Laboratory 2.5 hours
Students learn basic principles of water safety, nutrition
and water aerobics exercises for conditioning. This class
emphasizes cardiovascular endurance and strength
training by the use of water resistance.
KINESIOLOGY 307
SWIM AND RUN FOR FITNESS
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students develop an understanding of cardiovascular
endurance and tness through running and swimming
instruction. Students will learn proper swimming and
running technique with practice drills and feedback. The
emphasis will be to provide safe and effective training
progressions to improve health and skill acquisition.
This class promotes the appreciation of outdoor tness
and all abilities are welcomed.
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AEROBIC SUPER CIRCUIT LAB
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
The student rotates through a series of weight training
and cardiovascular exercises/machines at short, timed
intervals for a challenging form of conditioning that
develops muscular strength, muscular endurance and
cardiovascular endurance concurrently. Students learn
the importance of nutrition for peak performance and
increased overall wellness along with issues pertaining
to exercise physiology.
KINESIOLOGY 327
(FORMERLY PHYS ED 640)
BEGINNING LIFELONG FITNESS LABORATORY
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students develop exibility, muscular strength, muscular
endurance, cardiovascular endurance, and body
composition. Students learn how to achieve a healthy
lifestyle, proper tness balance, nutrition. Cardiovascular
disease prevention and education is a main component
of this course.
KINESIOLOGY 328
Bicycle Spinning Activity
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students develop and improve both cardiovascular
endurance and leg strength through cycling, interval
training and hill climbing. Cycling safety, bike t, and
heart rate training will be emphasized throughout the
course. Incorporates a choreographed workout on a
specially designed stationary bicycle, using music and
fundamental cycling techniques.
KINESIOLOGY 331
Cross Training Lab
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students learn a variety of cross training activities
to achieve their personal tness goals. Includes
lecture on nutrition, exercise physiology concepts,
and participation in a workout designed to improve
cardiovascular conditioning and body composition,
increase muscle strength/endurance and exibility.
KINESIOLOGY 333
Step Aerobics and Weight Training
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Students use a combination of strength training
machines, free weights , step aerobics, and low impact
aerobics to increase overall tness and knowledge
of personal health. These activities are utilized to gain
tness, emphasizing exibility, muscular strength, and
cardiovascular endurance. Students learn safety training,
biomechanics, nutrition, weight management and other
nutrition and tness concepts and skills.
KINESIOLOGY 334
Walking for Fitness
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Lecture .5 hour. Laboratory 2.5 hours.
Students focus on achieving cardiovascular tness and
a healthy lifestyle through walking programs and gate
training. Course topics include shoe selection, posture,
gait, walking styles, exibility, clothing, creating a
walking program, nutrition, BMI, cardiovascular disease
prevention and assessing tness level.
KINESIOLOGY MAJOR 100
(FORMERLY P.E. 712)
Introduction to Kinesiology
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn about the study of human movement
through an interdisciplinary approach that includes
discussing the importance of the sub-disciplines in
kinesiology and the variety of career opportunities in the
areas of teaching, allied health, and tness professions.
KINESIOLOGY MAJOR 107
Preparation for Certication Personal Fitness Trainer
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 1 hour.
Students learn the knowledge, skills, and abilities to
become a Certied Personal Trainer. Students study how
the muscular, skeletal, and cardio-respiratory systems
function. Topics include anatomy and physiology,
principles and methods of cardiovascular training,
strength training, safety, nutrition, and weight.
KINESIOLOGY MAJOR 134
Advanced Life Saving
2 UNITS
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours.
This class provides training in lifesaving skills and students
are certied in the latest American Red Cross Lifeguarding
program. Lifeguard program certication includes
cardiopulmonary resuscitation, rst aid, automated
external debrillator (AED), oxygen administration and
Lifeguard Management procedures.
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KOREAN 1
Elementary Korean I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students learn the fundamentals of pronunciation and
grammar, basic vocabulary, useful phrases; reading and
writing in Hangul, the Korean alphabet, basic facts on
the geography, customs and culture of Korea. Advisory:
English 28 or equivalent.
KOREAN 2
Elementary Korean II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Students continue to learn the fundamentals of
pronunciation and grammar. Korean geography,
customs and culture are also included.
KOREAN 3
Intermediate Korean I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Students continue to study the intermediate level of
grammar and vocabulary building for conversational
uency and written composition. Begins the study of
short narrative writing.
KOREAN 4
Intermediate Korean II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
equivalent.
Students complete the study of fundamental grammar
and provides additional training in grammar, written
composition, and use of idioms. Continues the reading
of short narratives.
KOREAN 8
Conversational Korean
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
equivalent.
The students focus on conversational skills on everyday
topics, current events, and cultural materials.
KOREAN 10
(SAME AS HUMANITIES 45)
Korean Civilization
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture: 3 hours.
This course offers the students lectures and discussions
in english on geography, history,
government and
institutions of korea; the life
and customs of the people;
the literature,
arts, and sciences; the contribution to civilization.
KOREAN 69
KOREAN THROUGH INTERNET AND MULTIMEDIA
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 4 hours
equivalent.
Korean through Internet and Multimedia is designed
to supplement and enhance students' Korean skills
by providing tutorial, self-help assistance, computers,
online resources, and other resource materials that
enable the students to perform everyday function,
search and translate resources, and socially interact
online in Korean. Students develop critical reading,
writing and computer skills necessary for success in
Korean language courses, college, career, and vocations.
LAW 1
Business Law I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students examine the U.S. legal system, focusing on the
legal aspects of business; court procedures relating to
business law; torts and criminal laws as related to various
business practices; elements of a valid contract; breach
of contracts and its remedies; sales and lease contracts.
LAW 2
Business Law II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn about the fundamental principles of law
as they apply in the business world. Topics include, but
are not limited to, Bankruptcy Law; Employment and
Labor Law; Employment Discrimination; Corporations;
Administrative Law; Environmental Law; Real Property
and Landlord-Tenant Relationships; and Wills, Trusts,
and Elder Law. This course is necessary for a well-
rounded knowledge of business law.
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LAW 3
Civil Rights and the Law
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn about the broad range of privileges and
rights guaranteed by the United States Constitution
and subsequent amendments and laws that guarantee
fundamental freedoms to all individuals. These
freedoms include the rights of free expression and
action; the right to enter into contracts, own property,
and initiate lawsuits; the right of due process and equal
protections of the laws; opportunities in education and
work; the freedom to live, travel, and use public facilities
wherever one chooses; and the right to participate in
the democratic political process.
LAW 4
Directed Field Work in Legal Assisting
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Law 10 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students gain practical experience by working in a
law ofce or other legal environment. Students are
supervised by an attorney, paralegal supervisor, or other
legal personnel. These unpaid internship positions are
available in a variety of legal elds and legal settings.
Through weekly seminars, students also gain and share
information on preparing for permanent employment.
Students must complete 108 hours in their internship
assignments.
LAW 7
Street Law
4 UNITS (UC:CSU)
lecture 3 hours. laboratory 3 hours.
advisory: english 101.
Students develop a practical understanding of the
u.s. legal system and students will engage in active
community participation. students learn about areas
of the law that affect the daily lives of all americans
and u.s. residents. particularly relevant are the areas of
consumer, housing, family, and employment law, along
with marriage, and parental rights. additionally, students
learn fundamental criminal law and constitutional law
principles. this knowledge provides a platform for guided
discussion of important public policy issues concerning
crime, discrimination, health care, and immigration.
LAW 10
Introduction to Legal Assistant I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Corequisite: English 101 or equivalent.
The students learn about careers in the paralegal
profession; the inner workings of the law ofce; ethics
and professional responsibility; sources of American
law; the court system and alternative dispute resolution;
and conducting interviews and investigations. This is
an introductory course in understanding the role of the
paralegal in the legal eld.
LAW 11
Introduction to Legal Assistant II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Law 10 and English 101 with a satisfactory
grade or equivalent.
Students study a detailed examination of civil cases, the
methods used in trial preparations and are introduced
to legal drafting and writing.
LAW 12
Tort Law and Claims Investigation
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Law 10 and English 101with a satisfactory
grade or equivalent.
Students learn the academic and practical principles of
tort law needed for a successful career as a paralegal.
Special emphasis will be placed on the three major
categories of tort law: Intentional Torts; Negligence;
and Strict Liability. Other topics covered include, but are
not limited to, Malpractice; Misrepresentation; Product
Liability; Defamation; Vicarious Liability; and Joint Liability.
LAW 13
Wills, Trusts, and Probate Administration
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the fundamental principles of the law
of wills and trusts, including simple will and trust forms
and formation. Students learn the organization and
jurisdiction of the California Probate Court, with an
overview of the administration of estates in probate.
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Law Ofce Management
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn comprehensive, up-to-date information
on the use of technology by paralegals in all types
of legal organizations. This course describes basic
computer concepts as well as more complex skills and
software programs, with coverage and assignments for
Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, AbacusLaw, CaseMap,
HotDocs, Summation iBlaze, Tabs3, TimeMap,
TrialDirector, and more. This course covers important
topics such as electronic discovery, Internet legal/
factual research, legal timekeeping and billing, litigation
support software, and case management and docket
control software. A variety of other topics are covered
including mobile computing, document management,
security, ethics, the electronic courthouse and many
other trends in legal computing.
LAW 17
Legal Writing
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Law 10 and English 101 with satisfactory
grades or equivalent.
Students study advanced legal drafting and writing,
including special research projects.
LAW 18
Marriage and Family Law
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Law 10 with satisfactory grades or
equivalent.
This course presents fundamental common law and
statutory concepts of family law with emphasis on
California’s Community Property Laws.
LAW 19
Property and Creditor Rights
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
An introduction to California real property law. Students
learn the following subject matter: Forms of Ownership;
Estates in Real Property; Property Title in California;
Agency Law; The Rights and Duties of Landowners;
Disputes Between Neighbors in California; Involuntary
Liens in California; Foreclosure Law in California;
California Real Estate Sales Contracts; Tenant—Landlord
Law; Fair Housing; Transfers of Real Property; Common
Interest Developments in California; Restrictions on
Land Use; Environmental Law; Litigating a Real Property
Case in California; Negotiation; and Personal Property.
LAW 33
Law and the Media
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the federal, state, and local laws that most
directly affect mass communication in the United States,
focusing on: a basic understanding of the American
legal system, its institutions, and some of its terminology;
a broad understanding of First Amendment principles
as they relate to mass communication; and a working
knowledge of the laws that directly restrict or enhance
information gathering and message dissemination in
the mass media, and an understanding of the rationales
behind those laws.
LAW 35
Immigration Law for Paralegals
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the fundamental concepts of
immigration law including grounds of exclusion,
defenses to deportation, petitions and visa applications.
Research and writing will be emphasized in the areas
of amnesty, naturalization, citizenship, international law,
criminal aspects of immigration, and various types of
immigration applications.
LAW 37
Bankruptcy Law
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the basics of bankruptcy law and
procedure. The course focuses predominantly on Chapter
7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, including preparing the
necessary forms for these types of bankruptcy. Other
topics include, but are not limited to, the evolution of
bankruptcy law, researching bankruptcy law, the roles
of various individuals in the bankruptcy process, and
information gathering and counseling.
LAW 38
Criminal Law and Procedure
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn substantive criminal law and the
procedural rights of criminal defendants. The two
essential elements of a crime - mens rea and actus
reus - will be covered in detail. Other topics that will be
covered include, but are not limited to, crimes against
the person, crimes against property and habitation,
crimes against the public, parties and inchoate offenses,
and factual and statutory defenses.
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LAW 43
Elder Law
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
LAW 51
Legal Research for Paralegals
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Law 10 and English 101 with a satisfactory
grade or equivalent.
Students learn how to perform library and computer-
assisted legal research. Topics include nding the law by
using legal encyclopedias; treatises; legal periodicals;
A.L.R. annotations; Restatements; case reporters, digests,
and their alternatives; case citators; constitutions and
statutes; regulations; agency decisions; and looseleaf
services. Students also receive hands-on training in
Westlaw and LexisNexis.
LAW 931
Cooperative Education - Law
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
LAW 941
Cooperative Education - Law
4 UNITS
Lecture 4 hours
LEARNING SKILLS 1
Reading Comprehension
3 UNITS
Laboratory 9 hours
The student learns individualized reading for English
as a Native Language (ENL) or English as a Second
Language (ESL) students at the beginning level. Students
progress from reading sentences and paragraphs to
short selections and excerpts from novels. Based upon a
preliminary diagnostic assessment, students are placed
in an appropriate Learning Skills reading course in which
the Learning Skills Department staff utilizes a system of
texts, testing, tutoring and personalized instruction to help
students increase comprehension skills and vocabulary
development. Students may enroll through the twelfth
week of the semester. This course is open to all students.
Grades are awarded on a Pass/No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 2
English Fundamentals
3 UNITS
Laboratory 9 hours
The student learns beginning-to-advanced grammar.
Students receive instruction in the basic structure of
the sentence, parts of speech, phrases, clauses, and
agreement; using verbs, pronouns, and modiers
correctly; punctuation, clear reference, a glossary of usage,
and capital letters. After an initial diagnostic assessment,
students are placed in an appropriate Learning Skills
grammar course. Students may enroll through the twelfth
week of the semester. This course is open to all students.
Grades are awarded on a Pass/No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 6
Academic Study Skills
3 UNITS
Laboratory 9 hours
The student learns academic study skills. Students are
introduced to making transitions to higher learning, rst
steps to self-discovery, time management, discovering
how to learn, memorization, and reading. Depending
upon the diagnostic assessment, students are placed
in an appropriate Learning Skills study skills course.
Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the
semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are
awarded on a Pass/No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 7
Basic Composition
3 UNITS
Laboratory 9 hours
The student learns beginning to advanced writing
instruction. Learning Skills 7 focuses on basic sentence
structures, paragraph development and essay organization.
Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students are
placed in an appropriate Learning Skills writing course.
Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the
semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are
awarded on a Pass/No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 8
Résumé Preparation and Job Search Skills
1 UNITS NDA
Laboratory 3 hours
The student learns how to write a résumé and cover
letter. In addition, job search techniques and job
interview skills are explored. Depending upon the
diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an
appropriate Learning Skills résumé preparation course.
Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the
semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are
on a Pass/Non-Pass basis.
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LEARNING SKILLS 10
Mathematics Fundamentals
3 UNITS NDA
Laboratory 9 hours
Individualized review of basic mathematics skills
involving whole number properties, order of
operations, exponents, prime numbers, fractions,
decimals, percents, ratio and proportion, simple
geometry, statistical graph analysis, and signed
numbers. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment,
students will be placed in an appropriate program.
Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the
semester. This course is open to all students. Grades
are on a pass/no-pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 11
Elementary Algebra
5 UNITS NDA
Laboratory 15 hours
The student learns basic algebra skills including the
language of algebra; equations and inequalities,
polynomials, factoring; rational expressions; graphing
and inequalities; linear equations; exponents and
radicals; quadratic equations. Depending upon the
diagnostic assessment, students are placed in an
appropriate Learning Skills elementary algebra course.
Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the
semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are
awarded on a Pass/No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 15
Overcoming Math Anxiety
3 UNITS NDA
Laboratory 9 hours
The student learns to reduce math anxiety and build self-
condence so that math concepts are comprehensible.
Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students
are placed in an appropriate Learning Skills math anxiety
course: LS15A -Basic Mathematics, LS15B - Elementary
Algebra, and LS15C - Intermediate Algebra. Students
may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This
course is open to all students. Grades are awarded on a
Pass/No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 17
Individualized Intermediate
3 UNITS NDA
Laboratory 15 hours
The student learns individualized instruction in
intermediate algebra including number properties
and linear equations in one variable. Depending upon
the diagnostic assessment, students are placed in
an appropriate Learning Skills intermediate algebra
course. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of
the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades
are awarded on a Pass/No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 24
Theory & Practice of Tutoring
3 UNITS NDA
Laboratory 9 hours
The student learns theory and practice in tutoring
sessions. Also, tutor training is provided in each tutor’s
discipline. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment,
students are placed in an appropriate Learning Skills
theory and practice of tutoring course. Students may
enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This
course is open to all students. Grades are awarded on a
Pass/No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 40
Introduction to Learning Disabilities
1 UNIT NDA
Laboratory 3 hours
The student learns about learning disabilities and the laws,
accommodations, and services available for academic
improvement. Through assessment, the student discovers
personal learning strengths and weaknesses in order to
develop a plan for academic success. Eligibility for support
services will be determined. Grades are awarded on a
Pass/No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 41
Study Strategies for the
Learning Disabled
1 UNIT NDA
Laboratory 3 hours
Students learn study skills utilizing multi-sensory
techniques and strategies for coping with the demands
of the college’s academic curriculum. This study skills
class is specically designed for students with learning
disabilities. Enrollment is intended for students with
current functional limitations that impede or prevent
the student from beneting from their academic
classes without this foundation and support. Grades are
awarded on a Pass/No-Pass basis.
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LEARNING SKILLS 43
Adaptive Word Processing Operations
1 UNIT NDA
Laboratory 3 hours
Offered on a Pass/no-pass basis only.
Students with disabilities learn how to use adaptive
computer modications and/or assistive technology
utilizing keyboarding, word processing, database
management and other appropriate software
applications. Enrollment is intended for students with
current functional limitations that require individually-
paced training.
LEARNING SKILLS 49
Introduction to Computer Assisted Instruction
Application
0.5 UNITS NDA
Laboratory 1 hour.
The student learns to use the computer as a tool for
learning by using hands-on computer interactive
programs. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment,
students are placed in an appropriate computer-
assisted application (CAI) course. Students may enroll
through the twelfth week of the semester. This course
is open to all students. Grades are awarded on a Pass/
No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 50
Introduction to CAI
Applications Language Arts
0.5 UNITS NDA
Laboratory 1 hour.
The student learns to use hands-on interactive
instructional applications programs. Depending upon
the diagnostic assessment, students are placed in
an appropriate computer-assisted instruction (CAI)
language arts course. Students may enroll through the
twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all
students. Grades are awarded on a Pass/No-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 53
Test Preparation for the General Education
Development (GED): Writing Skills
1 UNIT NDA
Advisory: English 20, LS 1A, 1B, 1C-Basic Composition
or LS 2A, 2B, 2C, English Fundamental.
Laboratory 4 hours
This course is designed to prepare students to pass the
General Education Development Test (GED): Writing
Skills Test. It will include basics grammar and usage
skills, sentence structure, capitalization, punctuation,
spelling, and the essay. Depending upon the diagnostic
assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate
program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week
of the semester. This course is open to all students.
Grades are on a pass/no-pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 56
Test Preparation for the General Education
Development
(GED): Social Studies
1 UNIT NDA
Advisory: English 20 or Learning Skills 1A, 18, & 1C-
Reading. Laboratory 4 hours
The student learns skills to pass the General Educational
Development (GED): Social Studies Test. It includes the
thirteen English colonies, the Revolutionary War, ination
and its effects, the various branches of government,
time zones, anthropology, sociology, and psychology.
Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students
are placed in an appropriate Learning Skills GED
preparatory course. Students may enroll through the
twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all
students. Grades are awarded on a Pass/Non-Pass basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 485
Internet Research
1 UNIT NDA
Laboratory 2 hours
The Internet Research course teaches students how to
use search engines; basic and advanced searches with
Boolean operators; how to locate, store, and retrieve
materials in various content elds; how to critically
evaluate these sources; and how to use cite electronic
resources. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment,
students will be placed in an appropriate program.
Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the
semester. Grades are on a pass/no-pass basis.
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LIBERAL ARTS
(TRANSFER MAJOR-See a Counselor for Information
Interdisciplinary Program)
The Library department is designed to help students
succeed in their college classes. The course gives
students condence in doing research using standard
library resources as well as the Internet.
LIBRARY SCIENCE 101
Library Research Methods
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour.
Advisory: CAOT 1
Students conduct research using the library’s electronic
and print resources, evaluate the differences between
academic and popular sources, develop search strategies,
apply citation rules, and analyze the basic requirements of
academic integrity.
LINGUISTICS 1
Introduction to Language and Linguistics
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 28 and 67 or or ESL 8 equivalent.
Students are introduced to the scientic study of language
to gain an understanding of language structures,
functions, linguistic universals, and the relationship
between language and cognition.
LINGUISTICS 2
Introduction to Sociolinguistics
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 28 and 67 or ESL 8 or equivalent.
Advisory: Linguistics 1
S
tudents study the processes of linguistic variation and
its relationship to geography and socio-cultural identity
in both monolingual and multilingual settings. Students
gain an understanding of language as a communicative,
semiotic, and cognitive tool in society.
LINGUISTICS 3
Introduction to Psycholinguistics
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: English 28 and 67 or ESL 8
Advisory: Linguistics 1
In this general introduction to psycholinguistics course,
students focus on speech, perception, language processing,
language production, and language acquisition. Students
study the relationship between the theories proposed by
linguistics and data as observed in everyday life. Students
also review related areas such as processes of reading,
language and the brain, and language and thought.
MANAGEMENT 2
Organization and Management Theory
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the basic process of the management
of an organization. The course presents the process
of achieving set goals and objectives in a formal
organization. The course objectives include : (a)
To provide the student with a basic framework of
the subject matter through an overview of how an
enterprise is organized and managed. (2) To develop
student sensitivity to the four key tools of management
- planning, organizing, inuencing, controlling. (3)
To introduce learning tracks by which students will
appreciate the essence of management activities
throughout the process and activities related to
production, distribution, nance and administration,
and decision-making.
MANAGEMENT 13
Small Business Entrepreneurship
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students receive the fundamentals of how to organize
and operate a small business.
MANAGEMENT 31
Human Relations for Employees
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
The students learns to recognize and develop those
traits necessary for good relations with fellow workers,
supervisors, subordinates, customers, and other
business associates.
MANAGEMENT 33
Personnel Management
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student will learn the essentials of human resource
management. Topics include recruitment, selection,
training, appraisals, compensations, benets, labor
relations and collective bargaining.
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MARKETING 1
Principles of Selling
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn about careers in selling, ethics in selling,
the psychology of selling and benet selling. They learn
prospecting methods, the approaches to customers,
using questions in selling, techniques for meeting
objections to buying and techniques for closing the
sale. This course is one of a series of classes which lead
to the Marketing Certicate and the AA Degree with a
major in marketing.
MARKETING 11
Fundamentals of Advertising
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Open to all students.
Students have an opportunity to explore the planning
process, the strategies and the techniques used by
corporations and small businesses to stimulate sales.
MARKETING 13
Marketing Laboratory
1 UNIT (CSU)
and Marketing 11.
Students receive instructions on how to formulate and
evaluate an advertising plan
MARKETING 21
Principles of Marketing
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn the importance of making decisions
with the customer in mind and the need to select target
markets for products and services. The course covers
decision making relative to product development and
management, trademarks, wholesaling, retailing, selling,
sales promotion, advertising and pricing. It is the rst
in a series of courses which lead to the Certicate in
Marketing and the AA Degree with a major in marketing.
MARKETING 31
Retail Merchandising
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student will learn the principles and procedures in
retailing, including a study of store location, store layout,
store organization, buying, pricing, stock planning, and
retail sales promotion.
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MATHEMATICS 112
Pre-Algebra
3 UNITS NDA
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the math placement test.
The student can, in this course, bridge the gap between
arithmetic and algebra. Topics include operations
with signed numbers, order of operations, evaluating
expressions and formulas, rules of integer exponents,
distributive property, working with polynomials, solving
simple equations, working with graphs, linear equations,
word problems, and basic geometry.
MATHEMATICS 113
Elementary Algebra A
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 112 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
This is the rst half of Mathematics 115. This course is for
those who have had no algebra or whose preparation
in algebra is decient. Topics include inequalities,
an introduction to polynomials and their operations,
equations, factoring, and graphs of two variables.
MATHEMATICS 114
Elementary Algebra B
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 113 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
T
his is the second half of Mathematics 115. Mathematics
113 and Mathematics 114 together are equivalent to
Mathematics 115 (see course description for Mathematics
115). Credit is allowed in only one Mathematics 115, or
Mathematics 113 and 114 combination. Simultaneous
enrollment in Mathematics 113 and Mathematics 114
is not permitted. Topics include factoring polynomials,
manipulating rational expressions and equations,
manipulating roots and radicals, solving and graphing
quadratic equations.
MATHEMATICS 115
Elementary Algebra
5 UNITS
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 112 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
This course covers operations on real numbers and
algebraic expressions, solving linear equations and
inequalities in one variable, graphing linear equations
and inequalities in two variables, solving systems of
linear equations in two variables, exponents, operations
on polynomials, factoring polynomials, operations
on rational expressions, solving rational equations,
simplifying radical expressions, solving radical
equations, solving quadratic equations, and graphing
quadratic equations.
MATHEMATICS 121
Elementary Geometry for College Students
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 115 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
The student learns the denitions, axioms and theorems
of geometry relating to angles, lines, circles and polygons.
Basic constructions are introduced. The meaning and
techniques of logical proofs are heavily emphasized.
MATHEMATICS 124A
Intermediate Algebra - A
2.5 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 1 hour
Prerequisite: Mathematics 115 with satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns the rst part of Mathematics 125.
Mathematics 124A and 124B together are equivalent
to Mathematics 125. Topics include linear functions,
systems of linear equations, inequalities, polynomials,
rational expressions and rational functions. Credit is
allowed in only one Mathematics 125, or the Mathematics
124A and 124B combination. Simultaneous enrollment
in Math 124A and 124B is not permitted.
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MATHEMATICS 124 B
Intermediate Algebra - B
2.5 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 1 hour
Prerequisite: Mathematics 115 with satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns the second part of Mathematics 125.
Mathematics 124A and 124B together are equivalent
to Mathematics 125. Topics include radical and
rational exponents, quadratic functions and equations;
composite functions, exponential and logarithmic
functions, circles, and sequences, series, and binomial
theorem. Credit is allowed in only one Mathematics
125, or the Mathematics 124A and 124B combination.
Simultaneous enrollment in Math 124A and 124B is not
permitted.
MATHEMATICS 125
Intermediate Algebra
5 UNITS
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 115 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
Note: A maximum of 8 UNITS may be earned by any
combination of Mathematics 125, 240, and 245.
Students learn techniques for solving compound linear
inequalities as well as absolute value equations and
inequalities, solving systems of linear equations in two and
three variables, simplifying non-linear expressions and
solving non-linear equations such as polynomial, rational,
radical, exponential, and logarithmic. Students learn
techniques for rewriting the equation in the standard form
for parabola and circle, and graph. Students learn how
to compute terms and sums of arithmetic and geometric
series. Students will apply the binomial theorem to expand
the binomial with given power. Applications are included in
a wide variety of word problems.
MATHEMATICS 202
Mathematics Workshop II
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Co-requisite: One of the following Co-req: Math
215, 216, 230, 236, 240, 245, 260, 261, 262, 263,
270, or 275.
Students supplement and enhance their learning
in mathematics by providing tutorial and self-help
assistance, calculators, computers, programmed
text, and other learning aids for baccalaureate level
mathematics courses.
MATHEMATICS 215
Principles of Mathematics I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 125 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
This course is the rst of two in a sequence designed
for prospective elementary school teachers. The student
will learn topics including sets and relations, numbering
systems, and elementary number theory. The main
emphasis, however, will be understanding the structure
of systems of whole numbers, integers, and rational
numbers.
MATHEMATICS 216
Principles of Mathematics II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 215 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
This course is the second of two in a sequence for
prospective elementary school teachers. Topics include
decimal and real numbers, rational numbers, abstract
mathematical systems, geometry and the metric system.
MATHEMATICS 227
Statistics
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 4 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 125 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
This course is an introduction to probability, descriptive
and inferential statistics including measures of
central tendency and dispersion, sampling, and
estimation. Hypothesis testing, analysis of variance,
test of independence, linear correlation and regression
analysis also are covered.
MATHEMATICS 230
Mathematics for Liberal Arts Students
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 125 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
Students receive instruction in topics which include
linear equations and functions, applications of linear
functions, systems of linear equations, matrices, system
of linear inequalities, linear programming using the
graphical method, mathematics of nance, logic, set
theory, probability, basic counting, and statistics.
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MATHEMATICS 236
Calculus for Business and Social Sciences
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 125 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
This course consists of elementary differential and
integral calculus of algebraic, exponential and
logarithmic functions, as well as derivatives and the
method of Lagrange multipliers. Applications to
business and the social sciences are emphasized.
MATHEMATICS 237
Advanced Calculus for Business and Social Sciences
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 236 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
Students learn advanced calculus topics with emphasis
on business and social science applications. Topics
include denite integrals, probability, techniques of
integration, improper integrals, numerical integration,
elementary differential equations, functions of several
variables, partial derivatives, chain rule, total differentials,
optimization of functions of several variables without
and with constraints, method of Lagrange multipliers,
double integrals.
NOTE: This course is not offered every semester. See
Class Schedule.
MATHEMATICS 240
Trigonometry
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Both Mathematics 125 and 121 with
satisfactory grades or equivalent.
A maximum of 8 UNITS of credit may be earned by any
combination of Mathematics 125, 240 and 245.
Students in Math 240 study the sine, cosine, and tangent
functions, including a study of their graphs, inverses of
the functions, solution of triangles, models for periodic
phenomena, identities, conditional equations, and polar
coordinates. Students also learn the basic properties of
the cotangent, secant, and cosecant funcitons.
MATHEMATICS 245
College Algebra
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 125 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
Students receive instruction to solve linear, rational,
polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic equations;
graph linear, rational, polynomial, exponential, and
logarithmic functions; solve linear and nonlinear systems
of equations and inequalities; sequences and series.
MATHEMATICS 260
Pre-calculus
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 240 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
Students prepare for calculus, which covers the properties
of polynomial, rational, algebraic, trigonometric, inverse
trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic identities
and equations, trigonometric form of complex numbers
and DeMoivre’s Theorem, conic sections with translation
and rotation of axes, nonlinear systems of equations and
inequalities, vector algebra with dot and cross products,
polar coordinates and graphs of polar functions, partial
fractions and mathematical induction.
MATHEMATICS 261
Calculus I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 260 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
This is the rst of a three-course sequence in calculus. Topics
include limits and continuity, rates of change, derivatives,
applications of differentiation, integrals, the Fundamental
Theorem of Calculus, and applications of integration.
MATHEMATICS 262
Calculus II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 261 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
This is the second in a three-course sequence in
calculus. Topics include differentiation and integration
of logarithmic, exponential, circular and hyperbolic
functions and their inverses, indeterminate forms,
improper integrals, standard techniques of integration,
applications of integration to problems from economics,
biology and probability, parametric equations and
polar coordinates, innite sequences and series, and
representation of functions as power series.
MATHEMATICS 263
Calculus III
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 262 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
Students solve problems from vectors calculus,
parametric equations, surfaces, partial differentiation,
gradient, maxima and minima for functions of several
variables, multiple integrals, surface integrals, and line
integrals. Students consider physical and mechanical
applications of Green’s Theorem, Divergence Theorem,
and Stokes’ Theorem.
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MATHEMATICS 270
Linear Algebra
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 261 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
This course develops the techniques and theory
needed to solve and classify systems of linear equations.
Solution techniques include row operations, Gaussian
elimination, and matrix algebra. Investigates the
properties of vectors in two and three dimensions,
leading to the notion of an abstract vector space.
Vector space and matrix theory are presented including
topics such as inner products, norms, orthogonality,
eigenvalues, eigenspaces, and linear transformations.
Selected applications of linear algebra are included.
MATHEMATICS 272
Methods of Discrete Mathematics
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 262 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
Students study logic, algorithms, number systems,
mathematical induction, sets, counting principles,
probability, Boolean algebra, logic network, Pigeonhole
principle, cardinality and computability, recurrence
relations and recursion, graph theory, switching circuits,
trees.
MATHEMATICS 275
Ordinary Differential Equations
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 262 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
Students learn to categorize different types of
differential equations. Students learn to use techniques
such as separation of variables, exact differentials,
homogeneity, and change-of-variable (substitution) to
solve rst-order equations as well as rst-order Initial
Value Problems (IVPs). Students apply this knowledge
to solve real-world problems such as population growth
and mixture problems. Students learn to solve higher-
order linear differential equations using constant
coefcient technique, the method of undetermined
coefcients and variation of parameters. Students
apply this knowledge to physics applications such as
simple harmonic motion. Students solve equations of
higher-order with variable coefcients applying specic
techniques based on the type of the given equations.
Topics Include: Cauchy-Euler Equations, Power Series
solutions, Bessel’s Equations, and Legendre’s Equation.
Students learn the Laplace transform and its properties
and apply this knowledge to solving various differential
equations as well as IVPs. Students use techniques for
solving Systems of Linear Differential Equations.
MICROBIOLOGY 1
Introductory Microbiology
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 6 hours
60 or ANY Chemistry and AND Biology with a satisfactory
grade of better or equivalent.
Advisory: Eligibility for English 21 or equivalent.
DESCRIPTION: Students examine and learn: bacterial
physiology, cytology, genetics, growth and reproduction,
and the effects of physical and chemical agents on the
bacterial cell. Applied elds covered are food, water,
milk, air, soil and industrial microbiology. The immune
response, diseases and bacteriologic techniques are
stressed.
MICROBIOLOGY 20
General Microbiology
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Advisory: English 21 or equivalent and Chemistry 60.
Students examine diseases produced by microorganisms
including an introduction to bacterial classication,
cytology, physiology, growth, reproduction, sterilization,
disinfection and the applied elds of bacteriology.
Bacteriological techniques are emphasized in the
laboratory.
MICROBIOLOGY 40
Microbiology Laboratory
Preparations
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Corequisite: Microbiology 1 or Microbiology 20
Students prepare media and reagents normally used
in a bacteriological laboratory with emphasis on safety
and proper use and care of laboratory equipment and
supplies.
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MUSIC 101
Fundamentals of Music
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
(For the non-Music major)
(For the non-Music major.) A study of the fundamentals of
music including notation, meter signatures and rhythms,
major and minor scales and key signatures, intervals,
triads, terms and symbols. Some sight reading and ear
training is included. Satises Humanities requirement.
MUSIC 111
Music Appreciation I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Required of all Music majors. Open to all students.
The student learns about masterpieces of western
music from the Middle Ages to the present day with an
emphasis on perceptive listening. Topics include the
elements of music, musical forms, music periods, styles,
and the role of music and musicians in the western
world. Fullls humanities requirements for graduation.
MUSIC 116
Survey and History of Rock, Pop, and Soul Music
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Introduction to rock, pop, and soul music styles covering
their origins, stylistic development and cultural impact.
This course is designed to increase student awareness
of the relationship between popular music and society.
MUSIC 121
Music History and Literature I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisories: Music 111 and Music 202.
The student studies music history and literature from
earliest times to 1750, including music of the ancient
Greeks, early Christians, Middle Ages, Renaissance and
Baroque periods, through the music of Bach and Handel.
MUSIC 122
Music History and Literature II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: Music 111 and Music 202.
This course is a survey of music history and music
literature from 1750 to the present time, including music
of the Pre-Classic, Classic, and Romantic periods, as well
as Contemporary 20th Century music.
MUSIC 135
African-American Music
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
A study of African and African-American music and
their inuence on folk, spirituals, gospels, concert
music, opera, ballet, blues and jazz underscoring
styles, characteristics, origin and contributions by
African-American artists. (Credit allowed for only one of
Music 135 and African-American Studies 60.) Satises
Humanities requirement for graduation.
MUSIC 136
MUSIC IN AMERICAN CULTURE
3 UNITS -
LEC 3 (UC:CSU)
A COMPARATIVE AND INTEGRATIVE STUDY OF THE
MULTI-CULTURAL MUSIC STYLES OF THE UNITED
STATES. EMPHASIS IS GIVEN TO THE MUSIC OF NATIVE
AMERICANS, EUROPEAN AMERICANS, AFRICAN
AMERICANS, CHICANO/LATINO AMERICANS, AND
ASIAN AMERICANS, TRACING THE DEVELOPMENT
OF THESE VARIOUS MUSICAL TRADITIONS FROM
THEIR HISTORICAL ROOTS TO THEIR INFLUENCE ON
CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN MUSIC.
MUSIC 137
Music as a Business
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours
The student learns the skills and knowledge necessary
for success in the many careers available in the music
industry. Covers the roles of personal managers, agents
and attorneys; the process of producing, publishing
and copyrighting songs; and record production and
marketing.
MUSIC 152-1
(FORMERLY MUSIC 152)
Current Musical Events I
1 UNIT - (CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
The student observes live concert performances,
developing an understanding of the basic elements of
music and acceptable audience behavior.
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MUSIC 152-2
Current Musical Events II
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
The student observes and critiques live concert
performances, developing an understanding of more
advanced elements, styles and forms of music.
MUSIC 161
Introduction to Music Technology
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Advisory: Music 311 and 101
A hands-on introduction to the MIDI and audio
technology and software used to record, produce, and
notate music in the digital age.
MUSIC 180-1
(FORMERLY MUSIC 180)
Applied Muzsic Laboratory I
1.5 UNITS
Laboratory 5 hours
The student uses departmental practice rooms to enhance
appropriate techniques and repertoire for the specic
instrument or voice being studied in the co-requisite
music course, with an emphasis on the progressive
development of skills needed for solo performance.
The focus is on playing or singing with precise rhythms,
correct pitches and accurate intonation.
MUSIC 180-2
Applied Music Laboratory II
1.5 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 5 hours
The student uses departmental practice rooms to
further enhance appropriate techniques and repertoire
for the specic instrument or voice being studied in
the co-requisite music course, with an emphasis on
the progressive development of skills needed for solo
performance. The focus is on playing or singing with
the articulation, dynamics, phrasing, and expression
appropriate to the literature being studied, and if singing,
diction appropriate to texts of the literature.
MUSIC 180-3
Applied Music Laboratory III
1.5 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 5 hours
The student uses departmental practice rooms to
further enhance appropriate techniques and repertoire
for the specic instrument or voice being studied in
the co-requisite music course, with an emphasis on
the progressive development of skills needed for
solo performance. The focus is on demonstrating
appropriate blend and balance when performing with
an accompanist, and playing or singing in a manner
suitable to the genre, period, and style of the literature.
MUSIC 180-4
Applied Music Laboratory IV
1.5 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 5 hours
Prerequisite: Music 180-3
Co-requisite: Music 184
The student uses departmental practice rooms to
further enhance appropriate techniques and repertoire
for the specic instrument or voice being studied in
the co-requisite music course, with an emphasis on
the progressive development of skills needed for solo
performance. The focus is on memorizing performance
literature and development of repertoire for exit recital
and auditions for transfer.
MUSIC 181
Applied Music I
0.5 UNIT – (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 1 hour.
Co-requisite: Music 180-1.
The student studies appropriate techniques and repertoire
for the specic instrument or voice being studied, with
an emphasis on the progressive development of skills
needed for solo performance. The focus is on playing
or singing with precise rhythms, correct pitches and
accurate intonation. Achievement is evaluated through a
juried performance. For transfer-oriented music majors as
determined by the Music Department. (Conrmation of
enrollment subject to audition.)
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MUSIC 182
Applied Music II
0.5 UNIT – (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 1 hour.
Prerequisite: Music 181 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Co-requisite: Music 180-1.
The student studies appropriate techniques and repertoire
for the specic instrument or voice being studied, with
an emphasis on the progressive development of skills
needed for solo performance. The focus is on playing or
singing with the articulation, dynamics, phrasing, and
expression appropriate to the literature being studied,
and if singing, diction appropriate to texts of the literature.
Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
For transfer-oriented music majors as determined by the
Music Department. (Conrmation of enrollment subject to
audition.)
MUSIC 183
Applied Music III
0.5 UNIT – (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 1 hour.
Prerequisite: Music 182 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Co-requisite: Music 180-3.
The student studies appropriate techniques and
repertoire for the specic instrument or voice
being studied, with an emphasis on the progressive
development of skills needed for solo performance.
The focus is on demonstrating appropriate blend and
balance when performing with an accompanist, and
playing or singing in a stylistically appropriate manner
suitable to the genre, period, and style of the literature.
Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
For transfer-oriented music majors as determined by the
Music Department. (Conrmation of enrollment subject
to audition).
MUSIC 184
Applied Music IV
0.5 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 1 hour.
Prerequisite: Music 183 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Co-requisite: Music 180-4.
The student studies appropriate techniques and repertoire
for the specic instrument or voice being studied, with
an emphasis on the progressive development of skills
needed for solo performance. The focus is on memorizing
performance literature and development of repertoire
for exit recital and auditions for transfer. Achievement
is evaluated through a juried performance. For transfer-
oriented music majors as determined by the Music
Department. (Conrmation of enrollment subject to
audition.)
MUSIC 185
Directed Study
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour.
Vocal and instrumental students pursue directed study
on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor.
MUSIC 200
Introduction to Music Theory
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Lab 4 hours
The student writes and recognizes rhythm and meter,
basic properties of sound, intervals, diatonic scales and
triads, diatonic chords, basic cadential formulas and
phrase structure, dominant seventh chords, gured bass
symbols, and non-harmonic tones. The student applies
and develops these materials through ear training,
sight singing, analysis, and dictation. The student also
develops skills in handwritten notation.
MUSIC 201
Harmony I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 200 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Co-requisite: Music 217-2
The student writes and analyzes diatonic harmony
including primary and secondary triads and the
dominant seventh chord. Also includes gured bass
and non-harmonic tones, as well as introducing two-part
counterpoint, non-dominant seventh chords, secondary
dominants and modulation. Students taking this class
should also enroll in Music 217-2.
MUSIC 202
Harmony II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 201 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Corequisite: Music 218-2
The student writes and analyzes advanced diatonic and
beginning chromatic harmony using seventh chords,
modally borrowed chords, sequences, secondary
dominants, simple modulations, basic musical forms, and
the writing of original compositions. Students enrolling
in this class should also enroll in Music 218-2.
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MUSIC 203
Harmony III
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 202 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Co-requisite: Music 219-2
The student writes and analyzes advanced chromatic
harmony using augmented chords, linear chromatic
chords, Neapolitan chords, augmented-sixth chords,
chromatic mediants, tall chords, altered chords, and
enharmonic and chromatic modulation. The student also
writes and analyzes jazz and modal harmony as well as
twentieth century techniques including Impressionism,
tone rows, set theory, polytonality/pandiatonicism, and
advanced meter/rhythm. Students enrolling in this class
should also enroll in Music 219-2.
MUSIC 217-2
MUSICIANSHIP 2
1 Unit (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 200 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic,
and harmonic materials of Harmony I (diatonic harmony)
through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
MUSIC 218
Sight Reading I
1 UNIT
Lecture 1 hour.
Prerequisite: Music 200 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student will acquire basic skills in sight reading
rhythms and melodies. The goal is to acquire sight
reading skills necessary for reading, performing,
composing and producing music.
MUSIC 218-2
MUSICIANSHIP 3
1 Unit (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 217-2 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Corequisite: Music 202
The student applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic,
and harmonic materials of Harmony II (advanced
diatonic and beginning chromatic harmony) through
ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
MUSIC 219-2
MUSICIANSHIP 4
1 Unit (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 218-2 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Corequisite: Music 203
The student applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic,
and harmonic materials of Harmony III (advanced
chromatic harmony and twentieth century techniques)
through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
MUSIC 221
Counterpoint I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 202 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student studies 18th-century contrapuntal
techniques in two, three and four voices, including
species counterpoint, invertible counterpoint, motive
development and canon and resulting in analysis and
composition of two-part inventions, binary dance forms
and three and four-part fugue expositions.
MUSIC 223
Twentieth Century Compositional Techniques
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 202 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns melodic, harmonic and rhythmic
techniques of the Twentieth Century, resulting in the
writing of original compositions.
MUSIC 224
Composition
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 201 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student composes instrumental works based on
specic compositional techniques. The student will
establish a solid technique in counterpoint, harmony,
and instrumentation, resulting in a greater awareness of
new compositional ideas and aesthetics. The goal is to
apply those techniques and ideas to the development
of a personal approach to composition.
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MUSIC 231
Orchestration and Arranging I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 202 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent. Advisory: Music 241.
The student studies instrumentation and beginning
orchestration, including writing for various instrumental
groups.
MUSIC 251-1
(FORMERLY MUSIC 251)
Jazz Improvisation Workshop I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 101
The student improvises and performs level one standard
repertoire in a jazz combo setting. Focus is on swing,
bebop and blues. For intermediate to advanced jazz
instrumentalists only. (Conrmation of enrollment is
subject to audition).
MUSIC 251-2
Jazz Improvisation Workshop II
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 251-1
The student improvises and performs level two standard
repertoire in a jazz combo setting. Focus is on modal and
pentatonic scales and hard bop style. For intermediate
to advanced jazz instrumentalists only. (Conrmation of
enrollment is subject to audition).
MUSIC 251-3
Jazz Improvisation Workshop III
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 251-2
The student improvises and performs level three standard
repertoire in a jazz combo setting. Focus is on modern jazz
style. For intermediate to advanced jazz instrumentalists
only. (Conrmation of enrollment is subject to audition).
MUSIC 251-4
Jazz Improvisation Workshop IV
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Music 251-3
The student improvises and performs level four
standard repertoire in a jazz combo setting. Focus is on
Afro-Cuban and Brazilian jazz styles. For intermediate
to advanced jazz instrumentalists only. (Conrmation of
enrollment is subject to audition).
MUSIC 261-1
(FORMERLY MUSIC 261)
Electronic Music Workshop I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 161 and Music 101 with a satisfactory
grade or equivalent.
The student learns advanced electro-acoustic MIDI
and computer assisted music techniques for both the
Mac and PC platforms. Emphasis is on MIDI and audio
sequencing in Pro Tools.
MUSIC 261-2
Electronic Music Workshop II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 261-1
The student learns advanced electro-acoustic MIDI and
computer assisted music techniques for both the Mac
and PC platforms. Emphasis is on advanced editing,
beat detective and elastic audio automation.
MUSIC 261-3
Electronic Music Workshop III
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 261-2
The student learns advanced electro-acoustic MIDI and
computer assisted music techniques for both the Mac
and PC platforms. Emphasis is on advanced bussing,
mastering and signal processing.
MUSIC 271
Songwriter’s Workshop
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisites: Music 201 and Music 312 or Music 651
Students learn the conventions of songwriting including
lyrics, melody the relationship of lyrics and music,
harmony, and song structure. Students analyze a wide
variety of songs and apply the conventions of songwriting
in the composition and performance of original songs.
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MUSIC 281
COMMERCIAL MUSIC TECHNIQUES I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 161 and Music 201 with a satisfactory
grade or equivalent.
This is the rst in a sequence of courses offering
opportunity to develop the techniques of music for
commercial applications. Skills in the preparation
of music for compact disc production, multimedia
applications, audio production techniques, songwriting
and stage performance will be emphasized.
MUSIC 282
Commercial Music Techniques II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 281 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student continues developing techniques of music for
commercial applications. Advanced skills in the preparation
of music for compact disc and DVD production, multimedia
applications, audio production techniques, songwriting,
score realization, stage performance and talent promotion
will be emphasized.
MUSIC 285
DIRECTED STUDY
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hour
Vocal and instrumental students pursue directed study
on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor.
MUSIC 291
MIDI Instrument Instruction I
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 161 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent. Advisory: Music 261.
The student develops functional skills to utilize synthesizers,
digital keyboards, sequencers, digital audio interface, MIDI
controllers, computers and other MIDI equipment.
MUSIC 292
MIDI Instrument Instruction II
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 291 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student continues to develop functional skills to
utilize MIDI instruments. Emphasis is on advanced MIDI
instrument techniques and applications in creative music
technology using both MAC and PC computers.
MUSIC 311
Piano I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Open to all students.
The student receives instruction in basic piano skills
with an emphasis on learning to read music, play nger-
patterns, scales, chords, and beginning pieces. Students
are required to furnish their own headphones.
MUSIC 312
Piano II
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 311 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student receives continued instruction in basic
piano skills emphasizing note reading, simpler major
and minor scales in quarter and eighth note patterns,
triads, repertoire and memorization. (If prerequisite is
not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 313
Piano III
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 312 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student receives continued instruction in developing
piano skills with increasing emphasis on note reading,
major and minor scale techniques, cadences, triads,
repertoire from major historical periods, and memorization.
(If prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 314
Piano IV
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 313 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student receives instruction in piano skills emphasizing
major and minor scales; major and minor arpeggios;
repertoire from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th
Century; and memorization. (If prerequisite is not met,
enrollment is subject to audition.)
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MUSIC 341-1
(FORMERLY MUSIC 341)
Intermediate Piano I
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 314 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student studies, practices, and performs level
one
intermediate piano repertoire from the Baroque, Classical,
Romantic, and Twentieth Century periods selected by the
instructor. Repertoire to include the equivalent of Bach
inventions, Diabelli sonatinas, Schumann Kinderszenen,
and Kabalevsky Op. 27. Technique to include the
equivalent of Hanon 60 exercises #1-19, Czerny Op.
100 #10-20, and all melodic minor scales in four octaves
with cadences. Public performances are required. For
the piano student who has studied for two or more
years of private or class piano. (If prerequisite is not met,
enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 341-2
Intermediate Piano II
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 341-1
The student studies, practices, and performs level two
intermediate piano repertoire from the Baroque, Classical,
Romantic, and Twentieth Century periods selected by
the instructor. Repertoire to include the equivalent of
Bach sinfonias, Haydn early sonatas, Chopin mazurkas
and Bartok Mikrokosmos Book #3. Technique to include
the equivalent of Hanon 60 exercises #20-29, Czerny
Op. 100 #20-30, and all major scales in thirds in four
octaves with cadences. Public performances are required.
For the piano student who has studied for two or more
years of private or class piano.(If prerequisite is not met,
enrollment is subject to audition).
MUSIC 341-3
Intermediate Piano III
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 341-2
The student studies, practices, and performs level three
intermediate piano repertoire from the Baroque, Classical,
Romantic, and Twentieth Century periods selected by the
instructor. Repertoire to include the equivalent of Bach
Well Tempered Clavier Book 1, Mozart early sonatas,
Mendelssohn Songs without Words Book 1, Shostakovich
Preludes, Op. 34. Technique to include the equivalent of
Hanon 60 exercises #30-39, Czerny Op. 299 #1-9, and
all harmonic minor scales in thirds and arpeggios in four
octaves with cadences. Public performances are required.
For the piano student who has studied for two or more
years of private or class piano. (If prerequisite is not met,
enrollment is subject to audition).
MUSIC 341-4
Intermediate Piano IV
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 341-3.
The student studies, practices, and performs level
four intermediate piano repertoire from the Baroque,
Classical, Romantic, and Twentieth Century periods
selected by the instructor. Repertoire to include the
equivalent of Bach French Suites, Beethoven early
sonatas, Schubert impromptus and Prokoev Visions
Fugitives. Technique to include the equivalent of Hanon
60 exercises #40-60, Czerny, Op. 299 #10-20, all melodic
minor scales in thirds and arpeggios in four octaves with
cadences. Public performances are required. For the
piano student who has studied for two or more years
of private or class piano. (If prerequisite is not met,
enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 361-1
(FORMERLY MUSIC 361)
Commercial Piano Techniques Workshop
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 201 and 313 with a satisfactory
grade or equivalent.
The student learns chords and chord progressions
used in jazz and popular music styles as applied to the
keyboard, focusing on ii7-V7-I progressions and diatonic
seventh chords, as well as their applicable commercial
chord symbols. (If prerequisites are not met, enrollment
is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 361-2
Commercial Piano Techniques Workshop II
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 361-1
The student learns chords and chord progressions used in
jazz and popular music styles as applied to the keyboard,
focusing on chromatic seventh chords and sequences,
chord extensions and the blues scale. (If prerequisites are
not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 361-3
Commercial Piano Techniques Workshop III
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 361-2
The student learns chords and chord progressions
used in jazz and popular music styles as applied to the
keyboard, focusing on comping chords and rhythms,
walking bass lines, chord substitutions, and various
song forms. (If prerequisite is not met, enrollment is
subject to audition.)
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MUSIC 361-4
Commercial Piano Techniques Workshop IV
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 361-3
The student learns chords and chord progressions
used in jazz and popular music styles as applied to the
keyboard, focusing on comping chords and rhythms,
walking bass lines, chord substitutions, and various song
forms. (If prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject to
audition.)
MUSIC 385
DIRECTED STUDY
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour.
Vocal and instrumental students pursue directed study
on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor.
MUSIC 400
Voice Fundamentals
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
This course concentrates on general, basic fundamentals
of singing, using vocal exercises and simple songs.
Emphasis is placed on developing an understanding of
the singing voice, the body as a musical instrument, and
the vocal potential of each student.
MUSIC 401
Classical Voice I
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 400 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student concentrates on general basic fundamentals
of singing using vocal exercises and simple arias and
art songs in Italian. Italian pronunciation and vocal style
will be studied. (If prerequisite is not met, enrollment is
subject to audition.)
MUSIC 402
Classical Voice II
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 401 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns the basic fundamentals of singing
using vocal exercises, simple arias and art songs in
German. German pronunciation and vocal style are
studied. (If prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject
to audition.)
MUSIC 403
Classical Voice III
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 402 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns the basic fundamentals of singing
using vocal exercises, simple arias and art songs in
French. French pronunciation and vocal style are
studied. (If prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject
to audition.)
MUSIC 404
CLASSICAL VOICE IV
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 403 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns the fundamentals of singing using
more advanced vocal exercises, arias and art songs in
French, German and Italian. Focus is on interpretation
and pronunciation. (If prerequisite is not met, enrollment
is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 431
Commercial Voice I
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 400 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student concentrates on the basic fundamentals
of singing using vocal exercises and songs selected
from the commercial song literature. Course includes
coaching sessions with class accompanist. (If prerequisite
is not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 432
Commercial Voice II
1 UNIT – (CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 431 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student concentrates on the singing voice using
more difcult vocal exercises and songs from the many
areas of commercial vocal music. Stylistic interpretation
and performance practices are emphasized. Coaching
sessions with class accompanist are included. (If
prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
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MUSIC 433
Commercial Voice III
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 432 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The more advanced singer concentrates on the study
through performance of the stylistic interpretations and
performances practices of the many areas of commercial
vocal music. Course includes coaching sessions with
class accompanist. (If prerequisite is not met, enrollment
is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 434
Commercial Voice IV
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 433 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The advanced singer concentrates on the stylistic
interpretations and performance practice of commercial
vocal music, focusing on mic technique and the
development of a unique personal style. Course
includes coaching sessions with class accompanist. (If
prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 501
College Choir
1 UNIT (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
The student prepares, rehearses and performs selected
musical works for beginning choir, focusing on rhythm,
intonation, articulation, expression, blend and balance,
following the conductor, appropriate performance
practice, and professional standards of conduct.
(Conrmation of enrollment subject to audition.)
MUSIC 531
Philharmonic Choir
1 UNIT (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
The student prepares, rehearses and performs selected
musical works for a large intermediate choir, focusing
on rhythm, intonation, articulation, expression, blend
and balance, following the conductor, appropriate
performance practice, and professional standards
of conduct. (Conrmation of enrollment subject to
audition.)
MUSIC 561
Chamber Chorale
1 UNIT (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
The student prepares, rehearses and performs selected
musical works for a small advanced choir, focusing
on rhythm, intonation, articulation, expression, blend
and balance, following the conductor, appropriate
performance practice, and professional standards of
conduct. (Conrmation of enrollment subject to audition.)
MUSIC 601
Brass Instrument Instruction I
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
The student receives basic instruction on the brass
instruments, including trumpet, French horn, trombone
and tuba. Some instruments available to loan to enrolled
students. Open to all students.
MUSIC 602
Brass Instrument Instruction II
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 601 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student continues brass instrument instruction with
emphasis on the development of embouchure, range,
endurance and music reading skills. Some instruments
available to loan enrolled students. (If prerequisite is not
met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 603
Brass Instrument Instruction III
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 602 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student continues brass instrument instruction
with increased emphasis in all areas covered. Primary
emphasis is on interpretation of more complex rhythmic
notation and performance skills. Some instruments
available to loan to enrolled students. (If prerequisite is
not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 604
Brass Instrument Instruction IV
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 603 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student continued brass instrument instruction with
increased emphasis in all areas covered. Primary emphasis
is on interpretation of solo and small ensemble literature.
Some instruments available to loan to enrolled students. (If
prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject to audition).
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MUSIC 611
String Instrument Instruction I
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
The student receives basic instruction on the string
instruments, either violin, viola, cello or bass. Some
instruments available to loan to enrolled students. Open
to all students.
MUSIC 612
String Instrument Instruction II
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 611 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns more advanced string instrument
techniques with increased emphasis in all areas covered.
Primary emphasis is on development of bow and
ngering techniques and music reading skills. Some
instruments available to loan to enrolled students. (If
prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 613
String Instrument Instruction III
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 612 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns more advanced string instrument
techniques with increased emphasis in all areas
covered. Primary emphasis is on development of bow
and ngering technique in third position and music
reading skills. Some instruments available to loan to
enrolled students. (If prerequisite is not met, enrollment
is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 614
String Instrument Instruction IV
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 613 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns more advanced string instrument
techniques with increased emphasis in all areas covered.
Primary emphasis is on interpretation of advanced
solo and small ensemble literature. Some instruments
available to loan to enrolled students. (If prerequisite is
not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 621
Woodwind Instrument Instruction I
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour.
Laboratory 2 hours
The student learns basic woodwind instrument
techniques. Includes ute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon
and saxophone. Some instruments available to loan to
enrolled students. Open to all students.
MUSIC 622
Woodwind Instrument Instruction II
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 621 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns more advanced woodwind
instru
ment techniques with increased emphasis in all
areas covered. Primary emphasis is on embouchure
development, range, endurance and music reading
skills. Some instruments available to loan to enrolled
students. (If prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject
to audition.)
MUSIC 623
Woodwind Instrument Instruction III
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 622 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns more advanced woodwind instrument
techniques with increased emphasis in all areas covered.
Primary emphasis is on interpretation of more complex
rhythmic notation and performance skills. Some
instruments available to loan to enrolled students. (If
prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 624
Woodwind Instrument Instruction IV
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 623 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student learns more advanced woodwind instrument
techniques with increased emphasis in all areas covered.
Primary emphasis is on interpretation of advanced solo
and small ensemble literature. Some instruments available
to loan to enrolled students. (If prerequisite is not met,
enrollment is subject to audition.)
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MUSIC 631
Percussion Instrument Instruction I
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
The student learns basic rhythms, rudiments, beginning
notation and meters as applied to the snare drum and
related percussion instruments.
MUSIC 632
Percussion Instrument Instruction II
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 631 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student continues with basic rhythms, rudiments,
beginning notation and meters as applied to the snare
drum and related percussion instruments. (If prerequisite
is not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 633
Percussion Instrument Instruction III
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 632 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student receives intermediate instruction on percussion
instruments and develop greater skill in the reading of
percussion notation and in the playing of drum set. (If
prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 634
Percussion Instrument Instruction IV
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 633 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The advanced student develops greater skill in the reading
of percussion notation and in the playing of drum set as it
relates to contemporary funk styles. (If prerequisite is not
met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 650
Beginning Guitar
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
(Student must provide own guitar.)
The student learns basic positioning of body and hands,
music notation and reading, nger picking and chord
accompaniment. Designed for students with no previous
musical training. Student must provide own guitar.
MUSIC 651
Classical Guitar I
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 650 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
(Student must provide own guitar.)
The student reinforces fundamental music reading, right
and left hand playing techniques and performance of
elementary solo guitar compositions. For students who
wish to continue beyond the beginning level. Student
must provide own guitar. (If prerequisite is not met,
enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 652
Classical Guitar II
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 651 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
(Student must provide own guitar.)
The student performs intermediate level exercises and
solos. For students who want to progress further into
more technically demanding compositions. Student
must provide own guitar. (If prerequisite is not met,
enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 653
Classical Guitar III
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 652 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
(Student must provide own guitar.)
The student performs compositions of greater harmonic
and technical complexity. For intermediate to advanced
students who wish to probe deeper into analysis and
performance practices of the classical guitarist. Student
must provide own guitar. (If prerequisite is not met,
enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 654
Classical Guitar IV
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Music 653 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
(Student must provide own guitar.)
The student analyzes, prepares and performs advanced
compositions for classical guitar, incorporating the full
range of classical guitar techniques. Musicianship and
aesthetics of music are considered in depth. Ensembles
of various sizes prepare and perform music from all eras.
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MUSIC 655
Classical Guitar V
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
(Student must provide own guitar.)
Prerequisite: Music 654 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student performs advanced compositions of greater
harmonic and technical complexity. For advanced
students who wish to probe deeper into analysis and
performance practices of the classical guitarist. Student
must provide own guitar.
MUSIC 670
Fingerboard Harmony
2 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 2 hours
Students further their understanding of chord
construction and progressions on the guitar. (If
prerequisite is not met, enrollment is subject to audition.)
MUSIC 705
Chamber Music
1 UNIT (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
The student prepares, rehearses and performs selected
musical works for chamber music, focusing on rhythm,
articulation, expression, blend and balance, appropriate
performance practice, and professional standards of
conduct.(Conrmation of enrollment subject to audition.)
MUSIC 711
Rehearsal Orchestra
1 UNIT (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
The student prepares, rehearses and performs selected
musical works for orchestra, focusing on rhythm,
intonation, articulation, expression, blend and balance,
following the conductor, appropriate performance
practice, and professional standards of conduct.
(Conrmation of enrollment subject to audition.)
MUSIC 725
Community Orchestra
1 UNIT (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
The student prepares, rehearses and performs selected
large musical works for orchestra, focusing on rhythm,
intonation, articulation, expression, blend and balance,
following the conductor, appropriate performance
practice, and professional standards of conduct.
(Conrmation of enrollment subject to audition.)
MUSIC 751
Wind Ensemble
1 UNIT (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
The student prepares, rehearses and performs selected
musical works for wind ensemble, focusing on rhythm,
intonation, articulation, expression, blend and balance,
following the conductor, appropriate performance
practice, and professional standards of conduct.
(Conrmation of enrollment subject to audition.)
MUSIC 765
Percussion Ensemble
1 UNIT (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
The student prepares, rehearses and performs selected
musical works for percussion ensemble, focusing on
rhythm, articulation, expression, blend and balance,
following the conductor, appropriate performance
practice, and professional standards of conduct.
(Conrmation of enrollment subject to audition.)
MUSIC 771
Guitar Ensemble
1 UNIT (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
The student prepares, rehearses and performs selected
musical works for guitar ensemble, focusing on rhythm,
intonation, articulation, expression, blend and balance,
following the conductor, appropriate performance
practice, and professional standards of conduct.
(Conrmation of enrollment subject to audition.)
MUSIC 781
Studio Jazz Band
1 UNIT (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 4 hours
The student prepares, rehearses and performs selected
musical works for jazz band, focusing on rhythm,
intonation, articulation, expression, blend and balance,
following the conductor, improvisation of solos, and
professional standards of conduct. (Conrmation of
enrollment subject to audition.)
MUSIC 911
Cooperative Education - Music
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
Advisories: Music 101 and 161
Students receive credit for approved internships with an
employer in the music industry. The work site must be
approved by the Department Chair.
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MUSIC 921
Cooperative Education - Music
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Advisories: Music 101 and 161
Students receive credit for approved internships with an
employer in the music industry. The work site must be
approved by the Department Chair.
MUSIC 931
Cooperative Education - Music
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisories: Music 101 and 161
Students receive credit for approved internships with an
employer in the music industry. The work site must be
approved by the Department Chair.
MUSIC 941
Cooperative Education - Music
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 4 hours
Advisories: Music 101 and 161
Students receive credit for approved internships with an
employer in the music industry. The work site must be
approved by the Department Chair.
NURSING SCIENCE 100
Transition from LVN to RN
2 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours
Eligible Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) participate
in this bridge course to prepare for transition to the
Registered Nurse (RN) program. Students learn and
apply theory and skills in the following areas; role
transition from LVN to RN, Professional Nursing, Nursing
Process, Roy Adaptation Model and Maslow’s Hierarchy
of Needs, communication skills, ethical and legal
issues affecting nursing practice, cultural assessment
techniques, pharmacology, and dosage calculation.
NURSING 100
Certied Nursing Assistant
5 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 6 hours.
This course is approved by the State of California.
Students will be prepared to perform basic nursing
tasks and educated about the roles and responsibilities
of the Certied Nurse Assistant. Students perform skill
that include principles of safety, infection control and
basic patient care practices. Students who successfully
complete the course are eligible to take the State
Certication Examination.
NURSING 101
Home Health Aide
2 UNITS
Lecture 1.5 hours. Laboratory 1.25 hours.
Prequiste: Nursing 100.
Students learn to provide comfort, hygiene, nutrition,
elimination, sleep and rest care activities to clients.
Emphasis is on the role of the home health aide,
interpretation of client needs, personal-care services,
nutrition and cleaning and care tasks in the home. The
Certied Nursing Assistant (CNA) will be prepared as a
Home Health Aide (HHA) to perform in-home care to
patients and assist them with activities of daily living.
This course is approved by the State of California.
NURSING, REGISTERED 103
Nursing Pharmacology
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour.
Prerequisite: Admission to Nursing program.
Co-requisite: Nursing, Registered 104.
First semester nursing students acquire introductory
knowledge about the most frequently prescribed
medications, their side effects, and possible interactions
that are used in health care setting today.
NURSING, REGISTERED 104
Nursing Foundations
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Math 115, English 101, Sociology 1,
Communication Studies 101, Psych 1, 41, Physiology 1,
Anatomy 1 and Microbiology 20.
Students acquire introductory knowledge about
theoretical concepts and fundamental skills in nursing
that are required for safe patient care. Students also
learn and apply the Roy Adaptation Model nursing
process as the conceptual framework for practice.
Then students develop enhanced critical thinking and
psychomotor skills during the clinical component.
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NURSING, REGISTERED 105
Beginning Medical-Surgical Nursing
5 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2.5 hours Laboratory 7.5 hours
Prerequisite: Nursing, Registered 104 with a satisfactory
grade.
Students will develop introductory knowledge and
understanding of common medical-surgical health
problems, using knowledge about the Roy Adaptation
Model nursing process. This framework will be used for
implementing nursing care. Theoretical concepts and
nursing skills will be applied by the students in a clinical
setting.
NURSING, REGISTERED 106
Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Nursing, Registered 105 with a satisfactory
grade.
Students learn to asses and care for women through the
lifespan and newborns, with emphasis on reproductive
health and the childbearing years, healthy neonates,
and women’s health. Utilizing the Roy Adaptation model,
the nursing process, and QSEN competencies, family-
centered care is emphasized, including identication of
the bio-psycho-social needs, as well as cultural diversity,
of patients and families. Students will apply concepts that
include the disease process, medical treatments, nursing
responsibilities, and interventions, cultural, ethical, and
legal issues to the childbearing family.
NURSING, REGISTERED 107
Nursing Care of the Pediatric Client
4 UNITS (CSU) (RPT 1)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Nursing, Registered 105 with a satisfactory
grade.
Utilizing the Roy Adaptation Model and the nursing process,
students in pediatric nursing focus on the nursing care of
children of various ages and their families. The student
applies concepts that include disease process, medical
treatments, nursing responsibilities, interventions, cultural,
ethical, and legal issues to the pediatric population.
NURSING, REGISTERED 108
Nursing Care of the Client with Psychosocial Needs
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Nursing, Registered 107 with a satisfactory
grade and approved second year status in RN program.
The student correlates theoretical knowledge and clinical
experience in the care of the psychiatric patient in the
acute care facility. Emphasis will be on the holistic care of
clients with mental health problems, cognitive disorders,
and/or difculties in coping with problems of daily living.
NURSING, REGISTERED 109
Intermediate Medial - Surgical Nursing
5 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2.5 hours Laboratory 7.5 hours
Prerequisite: Nursing, Registered 106 and Nursing,
Registered 107 with a satisfactory grade and approved
second year status in RN program.
Students identify and manage the needs of the older
adult client possessing complex medical-surgical
health problems. Students focus on the bio-psycho-
social impact of illness across the life span and nursing
interventions to promote client adaptation. Students
also apply theoretical concepts during concurrent
clinical experience.
NURSING, REGISTERED 110
Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing
5 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2.5 hours Laboratory 7.5 hours
Prerequisite: Nursing, Registered 108 and Nursing,
Registered 109 with a satisfactory grade.
In this advanced nursing course, students will learn to
understand and apply advanced theoretical and clinical
concepts in the care of critically ill adult, older adult,
and pediatric medical-surgical patients with complex
problems. Student acquires translational knowledge about
complex concepts that include ECG monitoring, beginning
ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, care
of the client with multisystem failure, and nursing care
in emergency situations. Students will apply theoretical
knowledge across all specialty care settings.
NURSING, REGISTERED 111
Nursing Leadership and Management
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Nursing, Registered 110 with a satisfactory
grade.
Nursing students will explore, apply the legal, ethical and
current issues and trends that affect the Registered Nurse
today within the context of the Roles of Practice. Students
will complete a 96 hours of clinical preceptorship and 12
hours of community home health.
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NURSING, REGISTERED 115
Nursing Skills Competency I
1 UNIT – (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Co-requisite: Nursing, Registered 104.
Updated- The students will participate in this
weekly three-hour adjunct laboratory course to
practice procedures and skills learned in concurrent
Fundamentals and Beginning Medical-Surgical Nursing
theory and clinical lab courses.
NURSING, REGISTERED 116
Nursing Skills Competency II
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Nursing, Registered 105 with a satisfactory
grade.
The student participates in this weekly 3 hour adjunct,
laboratory course to practice procedures and skills
learned in concurrent Childbearing Family and Pediatric
theory and clinical courses.
NURSING, REGISTERED 117
Nursing Skills Competency III
1 UNIT (CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Nursing, Registered 107 with a satisfactory
grade and approved second year status in RN program.
Third semester nursing students practice and enhance
both mental health and medical-surgical nursing skills.
OCEANOGRAPHY 1
Introduction To Oceanography
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
The student receives a general introduction to the origin
of the universe, plate tectonics, ocean basins, water,
beaches, tides, and the overall uses and abuses of the
ocean by human beings.
PHILOSOPHY 1
Introduction to Philosophy I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisories: English 28 and 67 or equivalent
Students discuss questions, including their relevance
to our daily lives, such as the following: Does life have
meaning? Does God exist? Do we have free will? Can
we trust our senses?
PHILOSOPHY 5
Critical Thinking and Composition
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: ENGLISH 101 with a satisfactory grade or
better or equivalent.
The student develops critical thinking skills necessary for
evaluating and formulating argumentative/persuasive
essays. Instruction in writing is a central focus of this
course.
PHILOSOPHY 6
Logic in Practice
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisories: English 28 and 67 or equivalent
Students apply logical principles and critical thinking to
everyday life in such areas as advertising, news reports,
and editorials.
PHILOSOPHY 8
Deductive Logic
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
This introductory logic class, which is open to all
students, is designed to develop the student’s ability to
think critically and to reason correctly. Attention will be
given to both formal and informal logic.
PHILOSOPHY 9
Symbolic Logic I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Philosophy 6.
The student learns to translate, analyze and evaluate
arguments in modern symbolic logic by employing the
principles and methods of propositional and predicate
logic.
PHILOSOPHY 14
History of Modern European Philosophy
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: Philosophy 1 and Eligibility for English 28 and
67 or equivalent
Students receive instruction in the development of the
ideas which shape the modern mind. The individual's
relationship to the state, to his/her fellow human beings
and to the universe will be explored in the works of
modern philosophers.
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PHILOSOPHY 20
Ethics
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: Eligibility for English 28 and 67 or equivalent
The student learns the major historical and contemporary
ethical theories, as well as a discussion and analysis of
current moral issues.
PHILOSOPHY 30
Asian Philosophy
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: Eligibility for English 28 and 67 or equivalent
Students distinguish between the major philosophies of
India, China and Japan, including Hinduism, Buddhism,
Confucianism and Taoism. Consideration is given to the
differences between Eastern and Western thought.
PHILOSOPHY 32
Philosophy of Religion (formerly Philosophy 27)
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: Philosophy 1 and Eligibility for English 28 and
67 or equivalent
The student learns the signicant philosophical issues
and theories, both historical and contemporary. The
course emphasizes the exposition, discussion and
analysis of the rationality of religious beliefs.
PHILOSOPHY 40
Introduction To The Philosophy of Art
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: Eligibility for English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn various philosophical theories regarding
the nature of art, ‘beauty’ and the aesthetic experience.
PHOTOGRAPHY 1
Elementary Photography
6 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours, Laboratory 9 hours
Prerequisite: Photography 10 with a satisfactory grade.
The student learns all phases of professional techniques,
emphasizing view camera operation, exposure and
development control of lm, printing for optimum
technical and aesthetic values, basic lighting techniques,
theory of photographic processes, and basic sensitometry.
Estimated material cost is approximately $300. Owning a
professional quality light meter is recommended. Owning
medium format or 4x5 camera equipment is not essential.
This is a required course for photography majors.
PHOTOGRAPHY 7
Exploring Digital Photography
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
The student learns the uses and applications of
professional digital SLR cameras in this introductory
course. Camera controls, elements of composition,
and photographing with natural light will be stressed.
Professional digital cameras may be provided by the
department for student usage. Students may use their own
cameras to supplement assignments. Owning a digital
camera is not a requirement but is highly recommended.
PHOTOGRAPHY 10
Beginning Photography
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours, Laboratory 3 hours
The student learns the basic principles of black and white
analog photography from the mechanical creation of the
image with camera and lm to enlarging the photograph
for display, while applying the guidelines of composition,
communication and self-expression. 35mm single lens
camera required. Automatic cameras are OK, but they
must have manual shutter speed and lens opening
capability. An approximate supply cost is $175. Student
must attend the rst lecture meeting, or be replaced by
students wishing to add. The rst scheduled class is the
rst lecture meeting. Labs will meet only after announced
in lecture class. This is a traditional darkroom class.
PHOTOGRAPHY 15
Fundamentals of Portraiture
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Photography 1 or Photography 107 with a
satisfactory grade.
Students learn to create individualized portraits utilizing
a wide variety of traditional lighting styles both on
location with available light, and in the studio with
professional tungsten lighting and electronic strobes.
Students learn how model selection, posing techniques,
wardrobe, props, locations and other factors contribute
to the total professional portrait. Students will make
portraits of individuals, couples and groups. Students
learn to make decisions regarding camera format
including digital and lm, printing and presentation.
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PHOTOGRAPHY 20
Beginning Photojournalism
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 6 hours.
Advisory: Photography 7.
Students learn photography for publications, including
magazines, wire services, print and online newspapers
and campus publications. The primary emphasis is on
digital photography and its use in the journalism and
publication worlds. Students practice using cameras
and computers, correctly applying the techniques of
instruction to photo journalistic methods and visual
news gathering.
PHOTOGRAPHY 22
Creative Photo-Vision
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Photography 1 with a satisfactory grade.
Advisory: Photography 107
The student learns sensitive seeing through avenues
of self-expression in nontraditional photographic
techniques including non-silver processes, collage,
hand-coloring, serial imagery and other alternative
processes. The student explores the creative and artistic
applications of the materials and processes of silver
and non-silver photography. Emphasis is placed on
the combining of technical skill with the aesthetic and
expressive use of the media.
PHOTOGRAPHY 34
History of Photography
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent
Students recognize and identify the major historical
developments of in photography including major
technological inventions and advancements, styles and
movements, and important photographers from 1826
through 1960. Special attention is paid to the impact of
the photographic image and how it has shaped modern
art and culture worldwide.
PHOTOGRAPHY 46
Photographic Digital Imaging
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours
In this beginning
course, students will utilize Adobe
Photoshop tools to solve practical photographic
problems such as color and tonal correction and
retouching. Students will also learn non-destructive
image editing techniques to maintain the highest quality
images possible and will correctly prepare les for both
print and web output.
PHOTOGRAPHY 49
Advanced Photographic Digital Imaging
6 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 9 hours
Prerequisite: Photography 46 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn advanced digital imaging/Photoshop
techniques which will incorporate the use of computers
and photographic digital software to alter, enhance,
and create new images that can be output to print and
digital media. Detailed instruction in the application
of Adobe Photoshop will be covered. Development
of concept and design, and the use of photographic
images are emphasized. Creation of specialized projects
will integrate digital image manipulation, compositing/
collaging, retouching, editing and other specialized
Photoshop techniques.
PHOTOGRAPHY 50
Specialty Fields
3 UNITS (A)
Laboratory 9 hours
Prerequisite: Photography 1 or 107 with a satisfactory
grade or instructor’s approval of advanced level portfolio.
The advanced student contracts with the instructor to
produce an independent study photography project that
is the basis of a free-lance, photojournalistic, commercial
or ne art photographic portfolio. The student designs a
portfolio based on individual concepts and goals under
the guidance of the instructor.
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PHOTOGRAPHY 107
Intermediate Digital Photography
3.00 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Photo 7 and Photo 46.
The student learns all levels of digital imagery workow,
from image ingestion through pre-production,
production, delivery and archiving while working on
course projects. Prerequisites: Photo 7 and Photo 46
with a grade of C or better.
PHYSICS 6
General Physics I
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Math 240
Students learn the fundamentals of Newtonian physics,
such as mechanics, heat and sound. This course is
designed for majors in Health and Life Sciences,
Architecture, and all those needing a one-year course in
college physics requiring trigonometry but not calculus.
PHYSICS 7
General Physics II
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Physics 6 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students learn the later developments of physics leading
through electricity and magnetism to optics, relativity
and quantum theory, atomic and nuclear physics. This
course is designed for majors in Health and Life Sciences,
Architecture, and all those needing a one-year course in
college physics requiring trigonometry but not calculus.
PHYSICS 11
Introductory Physics
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 240 with a satisfactory grade
or equivalent.
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Credit allowed for only one of Physics 11 or 12.
This general introductory course with laboratory serves as
the prerequisite for Physics 101, 6, 21, and for the health
career programs. It is aimed at developing physical intuition,
problem solving techniques and laboratory procedures.
It is not open to students who have had a college course in
physics. Those needing only one semester of laboratory
science should consider enrolling in Physics 12.
PHYSICS 12
Physics Fundamentals
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn a practical and historical overview of basic
physics, including laws of motion, properties of matter,
heat, sound, electricity and magnetism, light, atomic and
nuclear physics, and relativity, and is reminded of their
role in technology and culture today. No mathematical
preparation is needed. If a student wishes to transfer this
as a lab science course, the student must also complete
Physics 14.
PHYSICS 14
Physics 14 Laboratory
1 UNIT (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 3 hours
Co-requisite: Physics 12. Advisory: English 21
The student will learn to use basic laboratory techniques
to understand and apply simple physical laws and
concepts, including the use of graphs, calculators and
simple measurements to understand and measure the
speed of sound, forces, densities, velocities, indexes of
refraction, specic heats, and verify Hooke’s Law, Boyle’s
law, and Ohm’s Law. When taken with or after Physics 12,
it completes the units requirement for a Natural Science
course with laboratory.
PHYSICS 21
General Physics I with Calculus
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Physics 11 with a satisfactory
Co-requisite: Mathematics 261.
Advisory: English 21 or equivalent.
Physics 21 is the rst of a two-semester, calculus-
based, sequence of general physics courses. (Physics
22 completes the sequence.) This sequence is
recommended and designed for Pre-medical students,
Life Science students and other students that require
a two-semester, calculus based, sequence of physics
courses. Topics covered in Physics 21 include mechanics,
waves and uids, with an emphasis on applications to
the life sciences.
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PHYSICS 22
General Physics II with Calculus
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Prerequisites: Physics 21 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Life-sciences students, premedical students, and
other students that require a two-semester calculus-
based sequence of physics courses can benet from
this course. Topics covered in Physics 22 include
thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, optics, and
atomic and nuclear physics. There is an emphasis on
applications to the life sciences.
PHYSICS 101
Physics for Engineers and Scientists I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Mathematics 261.
Advisory: Physics 11.
The student learns the fundamental principles and
applications of Newton’s Laws in classical mechanics,
including motion in one and two dimensions, gravitation,
rotation, energy, momentum, periodic motion, and
uid mechanics at the beginning calculus level of
mathematics. The laboratory includes both quantitative
and qualitative experiments that permit students to
verify, illustrate, and deduce various laws of physics.
PHYSICS 102
Physics for Engineers and Scientists II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Physics 101 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in Mathematics
262, unless taken previously.
Physics 102 continues the study of physics begun in
PHYSICS 101. In PHYSICS 102 students learn the topics
of introductory thermodynamics (temperature, heat,
heat engines, entropy and other topics), and electricity
and magnetism (electric forces, electric elds, potential,
magnetism, magnetic forces and elds, capacitance,
resistance, inductance, DC and AC circuits and other
topics). The laboratory includes both quantitative and
qualitative experiments which permit students to verify,
illustrate and deduce the laws of physics related to the
topics discussed.
PHYSICS 103
Physics for Engineers and Scientists III
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Physics 102 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in Mathematics
263, unless taken previously.
Physics 103 concludes the introductory sequence begun
in PHYSICS 101 and 102. In PHYSICS 103 students
learn the topics of mechanical waves, electromagnetic
waves, light and optics, relativity, introductory quantum
mechanics, atomic and nuclear physics. Topics in
molecular and condensed matter as well as particle
physics may also be included. The laboratory includes
both quantitative and qualitative experiments which
enable students to verify, illustrate, and deduce some
of the laws of physics that apply to the topics covered.
PHYSICS 161
Astrophysics and Cosmology
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Physics 101 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Co-requisite: Concurrent enrollment in Physics 102.
Students learn various aspects of astrophysics and
cosmology, including elements of general relativity, the
physics of pulsars, cosmic rays, and black holes. Topics
include the cosmological distance scale, elementary
cosmological models, and the mass density and age
of the universe. Evidence for dark matter and concepts
of the early universe and of galaxy formation are also
presented. The student reects on astrophysics as a
probe of the extremes of physics.
PHYSICS 185 DIRECTED STUDY —
1 UNIT (CSU)
PHYSICS 285 DIRECTED STUDY —
2 UNITS (CSU)
PHYSICS 385 DIRECTED STUDY —
3 UNITS (CSU)
Prerequisite: Signature of Instructor and Science and
Mathematics classes appropriate to the research to be
undertaken.
Lecture 1 hour per unit.
Allow students to pursue Directed Study on a contract
basis under the direction of a supervising instructor.
Refer to the “Directed Study” section of this catalog for
additional information.
Credit Limit: A maximum of 3 UNITS in Directed Study
may be taken for credit.
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PHYSIOLOGY 1
Introduction to Human Physiology
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Anatomy 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Advisory: English 21
Students examine and learn the general principles of
physiology with special emphasis upon the human body.
POLITICAL SCIENCE 1
The Government of the United States
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
An introduction to United States and California
government and politics, including their constitutions,
political institutions and processes, and political actors.
Examination of political behavior, political issues, and
public policy.
POLITICAL SCIENCE 2
Modern World Governments
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students survey several countries around the world
focusing on the ‘Third World’ and questions of
globalization, democracy, political and economic
development and major theories and concepts in
comparative politics.
POLITICAL SCIENCE 5
The History of Western Political Thought
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Examination of various theoretical approaches to politics
and of basic political problems and proposed solutions:
Analysis of selected political theories, relevance of
theory to contemporary problems, and new approaches
to political thought.
POLITICAL SCIENCE 7
Contemporary World Affairs
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 or equivalent.
An introduction to international relations theory with an
examination of national, international, transnational, and
sub-national actors and their institutions, interactions
and processes as they relate to global issues.
POLITICAL SCIENCE 14
Government and Politics in the Middle East
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prequsite: English 28 and 67.
Students survey the domestic, regional, and international
factors which shape the political landscape of the Middle
East. They identify and explain sources of instability and
violence in the region by focusing on the processes
of state building and state disintegration. In addition,
in a comparative context, they investigate particular
experiences of Middle Eastern countries concerning
the nature, roots, and historical evolution of the region’s
regimes, nationalism, leadership, and institutions. The
approach is thematic, not chronological.
POLITICAL SCIENCE 19
Women in Politics
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn political theories and public policies which
shape the various possibilities and strategies for women’s
political participation in the United States and elsewhere.
They also examine the political institutions, processes, and
problems of the national, state, and local government.
PSYCHOLOGY 1
General Psychology I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67
Students learn the psychological principles behind
behaviors such as learning, motivation, intelligence,
feelings and emotions, personality, abnormal behavior
and methods of adjustment. Different psychological
perspectives such as psychoanalysis, neuroscience,
cognitive, behaviorism and humanism will be emphasized.
PSYCHOLOGY 2
Biological Psychology
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students learn to explain psychological behavior as
a result and cause of events taking place in the brain,
nervous systems, and genes. Students learn to explain
the relationship of biological events to psychopathology,
sexuality, motivation, sleep, stress, emotions, perception,
and learning.
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PSYCHOLOGY 3
Personality and Social Development
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Advisory: English 28 and 67
The student focuses on self-awareness and personality
development. Topics considered include love, work,
loneliness, death and loss, intimate relationships, sex
roles and sexuality, and values in life.
PSYCHOLOGY 13
Social Psychology
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students learn how we are inuenced by our society in
the areas of persuasion, propaganda and brain washing,
obedience and conformity, aggression and prejudice,
sexism and interpersonal relationships.
PSYCHOLOGY 14
Abnormal Psychology
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students learn about abnormal behavior from the
perspective of contemporary medical, psychosocial, and
socio-cultural approaches. Students analyze abnormal
disorders, evaluate their major causes, and identify
treatment modalities. Topics will include criteria used
for dening abnormal behavior, an overview of the
basic psychological perspectives, explanations of DSM
standards, and testing and assessment procedures.
PSYCHOLOGY 27
Online and Software Resources for Human Services
1 UNIT
Lecture 1 hour.
Human Services majors receive a basic introduction to
pertinent computer resources currently being utilized
by human services professionals. Hands-on training will
allow students to become familiar with software and
online resources commonly being used.
PSYCHOLOGY 41
Life Span Psychology: From
Infancy to Old Age
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology 1 with a satisfactory grade.
Students learn about physical, cognitive and social
growth and change affecting individuals during their
many life stages. Students examine the prenatal,
infancy, childhood, adolescent, and old age periods of
development.
PSYCHOLOGY 43
Principles of Group Dynamics I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn group dynamics principles including
active listening, communication models, body language
principles and factors that inuence group cohesion.
PSYCHOLOGY 44
Principles of Group Dynamics II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology 43 with a satisfactory grade or
Students learn the role of group processes in changing
behavior, the principal modes of counseling and therapy,
principles of verbal and nonverbal communication, and
modes of learning.
PSYCHOLOGY 45
Issues in Human Service Careers
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology 81 or Psychology 84 with
satisfactory grades or equivalent.
Students learn how to survive in the real world of work
in Human Services. This course integrates psychological
theory learned in previous classes with practice. The
course covers specialized areas of psychology such as
crisis intervention, psychopharmacology, counseling
ethics, and interviewing. Included are techniques for
agency survival such as job interviewing, report writing
and resource referral.
PSYCHOLOGY 52
Psychological Aspects of Human Sexuality
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn information about different psychological
aspects of sexual expression such as the biochemical
factors, childhood experiences, gender inuences
and societal inuences. Topics include attraction, love,
marriage, the sexual response cycle, sexual orientation,
paraphilias, prostitution, rape and pornography.
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PSYCHOLOGY 60
Stress Management
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn to explain stress as a result of biological,
interpersonal, environmental, and everyday life events.
Students learn effective stress management techniques.
PSYCHOLOGY 63
Alcohol/Drug Studies:
Prevention and Education
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the strategies of prevention and
education necessary to work with various populations
dealing with alcohol, drug, and STI (Sexually Transmitted
Infection) related problems.
PSYCHOLOGY 64
Introduction to Alcohol and Drug Abuse and
Physiological Effects
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student learns the physiology and psychophar-
macology of drugs and alcohol, theories of addiction,
historical overview of treatment, drug classication,
social policy and drug abuse, and the issues of relapse,
rehabilitation and recovery.
PSYCHOLOGY 65
Chemical Dependency, Intervention, Treatment and
Recovery
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the processes of treatment and recovery of
alcohol and drug abuse among various populations. An
overview of the causes, treatment, models, and recovery,
relapse, rehabilitation, and aftercare is emphasized.
PSYCHOLOGY 66
Introduction to Critical Thinking
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students apply the theories and research evidence in
cognitive psychology to enhance the ability to effectively
solve problems, make decisions and think creatively.
Practice with a variety of problems and simulations take
place to ensure these critical thinking skills.
PSYCHOLOGY 67
Counseling Techniques for Chemically Addicted
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
This course will focus on the environment of chemical
dependency counseling and the issues of the
paraprofessional in alcohol and drug abuse treatment
facilities. Case management in a multi-discipline team
will be emphasized. All aspects of modern treatment
techniques will be covered in class.
PSYCHOLOGY 68
Biopsychology of Chemical
Dependency: Drugs, behavior, and health
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student learns pharmacological and behavioral
effects of all major categories of both legal and illegal
psychoactive substances, including an overview of
contemporary and historical drug regulation and abuse,
and a detailed review of the nervous system.
PSYCHOLOGY 74
Research Methods in the Behavioral Sciences
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisites: Psych 1, Math 227 and English 101.
The student surveys various research methods with an
emphasis on research design, experimental procedures,
instrumentation, and the collection, analysis, interpretation,
and reporting of research data. Research design and
methodology will be illustrated through a selected review
of research in the eld of psychology.
PSYCHOLOGY 81
Field Work I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 6 hours
Co-requisite: Psychology 1 and Psychology 43.
The student is introduced to the eld of Human Services.
Students will achieve basic counseling and communication
skills and be able to apply these skills in diverse human
services organizations. Students learn the 12 core functions
of the human services career, and apply these skills, at a
beginning level, in diverse human services organizations.
Fieldwork internships at human services organizations are
required.
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PSYCHOLOGY 82
Field Work II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology 81 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students build on the skills they learned in Field Work I
by participating, under supervision, at various facilities in
the community that offer Human Services. Students will
achieve intermediate counseling and communication
skills and be able to apply these skills in diverse human
service organizations. Students continue to develop
their knowledge of the 12 core functions of the human
services career, and apply these skills, at an intermediate
level, in diverse human services organizations. Fieldwork
internships at human services organizations are required.
PSYCHOLOGY 83
FIELD WORK III
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology 82 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students learn more specialized skills in Human Services.
This class is intended for the advanced student of the
generalist option of Human Services. Students build on
the skills they learned in Field Work I, and Field Work II by
participating, under supervision, at various facilities in the
community that offer Human Services. Students will achieve
advanced counseling and communication skills and be able
to apply these skills in diverse human service organizations.
Students continue to develop their knowledge of the 12
core functions of the human services career, and apply
these skills, at an advanced level, in diverse human services
organizations. Fieldwork internships at human services
organizations are required.
PSYCHOLOGY 84
FIELDWORK I – DRUG/ALCOHOL
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1.5 hours. Laboratory 4.5 hours
Co-requisite: Psychology 1 and Psychology 43.
The student is introduced to the eld of Drug and
Alcohol Studies. Students will achieve basic counseling
and communication skills and be able to apply these
skills in diverse drug and alcohol treatment programs.
Students learn the 12 core functions of the human
services career, and apply these skills, at a beginning
level, in diverse drug and alcohol treatment programs.
Fieldwork internships at drug and alcohol treatment
programs are required.
PSYCHOLOGY 85
FIELD WORK II: DRUG/ALCOHOL
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Psychology 84 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students build on the skills they learned in Field Work I
by participating, under supervision, at various facilities
in the community that offer Drug and Alcohol Treatment
programs. Students will achieve intermediate
counseling and communication skills and be able to
apply these skills in diverse drug and alcohol treatment
settings. Students continue to develop their knowledge
of the 12 core functions of drug and alcohol treatment,
and apply these skills, at an intermediate level, in drug
and alcohol treatment programs. Fieldwork internships
at drug and alcohol treatment programs are required.
PSYCHOLOGY 86
FIELD WORK III: DRUG/ALCOHOL
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1.5 hours. Laboratory 4.5 hours
Prereqiuisite: Psychology 85 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
This course is designed to orient the student to the
eld Students learn more specialized skills in Human
Services. This class is intended for the advanced student
of the Drug/Alcohol option of Human
Services. Students build on the skills they learned in
Field Work I, and Field Work II by participating, under
supervision, at various facilities in the community that
offer Drug and Alcohol treatment programs. Students
will achieve advanced counseling and communication
skills and be able to apply these skills in diverse drug
and alcohol treatment programs. Students continue to
develop their knowledge of the 12 core functions of
the human services career, and apply these skills, at an
advanced level, in diverse drug and alcohol treatment
programs. Fieldwork internships at drug and alcohol
treatment programs are required.
PSYCHOLOGY 385
DIRECTED STUDY
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours.
This course allows students to pursue directed study in
Psychology on a contract basis under the direction of a
supervising instructor.
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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 103
Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning - Skeletal
System
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the Radiologic Technology
Program.
Students learn radiographic anatomy, positioning and
selected pathology of the musculoskeletal system.
Laboratory experience is included.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 104
Radiographic Anatomy and
Positioning - Cranium and Visceral Organs
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students learn radiographic anatomy, positioning and
selected pathology of the visceral organs and cranium.
Laboratory experience is included.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 180
Clinical Education in
Radiologic Technology I
12 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 18 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 160. Enrolled in the
Radiologic Technology program.
Students apply radiographic theory in their clinical
t
raining site under direct supervision of qualied clinical
personnel and college instructors. Emphasis is on
completing the 58 imaging competencies that include:
chest, upper and lower extremities and abdominal
imaging. The LACC Clinical Coordinator will serve as a
resource for hospital based preceptor experience.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 200
(FORMERLY RAD TEC 100)
Introduction to Radiologic Technology
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the history of radiography, organization of
the hospital, the medical practitioner’s who work in medical
facilities, and careers in the radiological sciences.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 201
(FORMERLY RAD TEC 101)
Medical Terminology For Radiologic Technology
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the origins of medical terminology, word-
building systems, abbreviations, symbols, diagnostic
and therapeutic terms. Students review simulated
patient charts in order to understand radiographic
orders and diagnostic report interpretation.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 202
(FORMERLY RAD TEC 102)
Introduction to Electromagnetic Radiation Image
Recording and Processing
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: English 28 and 67, Radiologic Technology
200 and 201, and Math 115
Students learn atomic structure, characteristics of
radiation, x-ray production, radiation protection and
photon interaction with matter.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 205
(FORMERLY RAD TEC 105)
Fundamentals of X-Ray Physics
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 202.
Students learn the physical principles of x-ray generation,
Electrostatics, Electromagnetism, Electrodynamics,
electrical circuitry of radiographic equipment,
interactions of X-ray radiation and matter.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 206
(FORMERLY RAD TEC 106)
Radiographic Exposure
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 205.
Students learn the factors that affect radiographic
exposure and the basic principles and components
of digital imaging. Laboratory experience is provided
including: Computer applications in diagnostic medical
imaging.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 207
(FORMERLY RAD TEC 107)
Patient Care Management
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 202.
Students learn the principles of patient care management
for radiographers. Routine and emergency care
procedures are discussed. The role of the Radiographer
in patient education will also be explained. Laboratory
experience is included.
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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 208
Cross Sectional Anatomy and Pathology
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 201.
Students learn to identify normal anatomy through
a variety of imaging formats. Students learn how to
identify normal and pathologic organ structures.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 209
Pharmacology and Venipuncture with Basic Life
Support (BLS)
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 1 hour.
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 207.
Students learn the concepts of pharmacology,
venipuncture, contrast administration and intravenous
medications used in the treatment of adverse effects
from contrast agents.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 210
Quality Management
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 202.
Students learn the responsibilities of quality
management which entails performing quality control
tests, assessing lm density, monitoring accuracy, and
identifying and solving issues associated with producing
medical images.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 211
Computed Tomography
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 205 with satisfactory
grade.
Students learn the principles and operation of CT
Instrumentation, procedures, ancillary devices and
radiation protection.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 240
(FORMERLY RAD TEC 140)
Radiation Protection and Biology
4 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 202.
Students learn the principles of radiation protection and
federal and state laws pertaining to radiography.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 243
Principles and Practices of Fluoroscopy
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the factors that inuence patient and
operator radiation dose during uoroscopic procedures,
uoroscopic equipment, components and ancillary
equipment.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 260
Introduction to Clinical Education
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 9 hours
Students are oriented to the hospital environment
which includes the: reception area, surgery, general
radiography, emergency room, and diagnostic imaging
areas. Student interns are assigned 16 hours per week in
a Clinical Education Center.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 280
(FORMERLY RAD TEC 180)
Clinical Education in Radiologic Technology
6 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 18 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 260. Enrolled in the
Radiologic Technology program.
Students apply radiographic theory in their clinical
training site under direct supervision of qualied clinical
personnel and college instructors. Emphasis is on
completing the 58 imaging competencies that include:
chest, upper and lower extremities and abdominal
imaging. The LACC Clinical Coordinator will serve as a
resource for hospital based preceptor experience.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 281
Clinical Education in Radiologic Technology II
12 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 36 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 280. Enrolled in the
Radiologic Technology program.
Students apply radiographic theory in their clinical
training site under direct supervision of qualied clinical
personnel and college instructors. Emphasis is on
completing the 58 imaging competencies that include:
abdominal, thoracic viscera, spine, common contrast
exams, and generalized skull radiography. The LACC
Clinical Coordinator will serve as a resource for hospital
based preceptor experience.
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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 282
Clinical Education in Radiologic Technology III
4 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 12 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 281. Enrolled in the
Radiologic Technology program.
Students apply radiographic theory in their clinical
training site under direct supervision of qualied
clinical personnel and college instructors. Emphasis
is on completing the 58 imaging competencies that
include: basic vascular procedures (angiograms),
PICC and tunnel catheter line placement, pacemakers,
lithotripsy, tube placement, myelograms, arthrograms,
hysterosalpingograms, E.R.C.P., sialogram, retrograde
and advanced procedures. The LACC Clinical
Coordinator will serve as a resource for hospital based
preceptor experience.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY 283
Clinical Education in Radiologic Technology IV
12 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 36 hours
Prerequisite: Radiologic Technology 282. Enrolled in the
Radiologic Technology program.
Students apply radiographic theory in their clinical
training site under direct supervision of qualied clinical
personnel and college instructors. Emphasis is on
completing the 58 imaging competencies that include:
other imaging modalities, therapeutic application of
radiation, tomosynthesis, mammograms, bone density,
magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography,
nuclear medicine, ultrasound, and radiation therapy. The
LACC Clinical Coordinator will serve as a resource for
hospital based preceptor experience.
REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE 1
Real Estate Principles
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students study the principles, economic aspects, and
laws of real estate, including the information needed to
obtain a real estate sales/brokers license and/or for better
management of personal real estate investments. Topics
include legal descriptions and estates, encumbrances,
agencies, contracts, nancing, appraisal, escrow and
title, leases, urban economics, taxation, and vocational
careers.
REAL ESTATE 3
Real Estate Practices
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students solve the problems of establishing and conducting
a real estate business, including establishing the ofce,
securing listing and prospects, showing properties and
closing sales, ethics and professional relationships, rentals
and leases, appraising, and the California Real Estate Act.
Preparation of documents used in real estate transactions,
property transfers, and exchanges is included.
REAL ESTATE 5
Legal Aspects of Real Estate I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students who plan to take the state examination, which is
required in order to obtain a broker license (meets optional
requirements for sales license), can receive the appropriate
legal background, including principles of property
ownership and management in their business aspects,
with special reference to law of California as it applies to
community property, deeds,trust deeds, mortgages, leases,
brokerage, mechanic’s liens, homesteads, wills, and estates.
REAL ESTATE 6
Legal Aspects of Real Estate II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
The students learn advanced issues involving real estate
legal matters, including an advanced and in depth study
of agency and sub-agency law, civil rights and fair housing
laws in real estate practice, and real estate escrow and title
insurance laws. Also included are the introductory studies
of wills, trusts, and probate administration as they apply to
real estate broker’s practice.
REAL ESTATE 7
Real Estate Finance I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students study the forms, and sources of nancing real
property, including purchase, construction, renance, and
other creative permanent nancing approaches. Also
included is an assessment of the procedures for obtaining
government- sponsored nancing through FHA, DVA, and
Cal-Vet. The various loan sources currently being used in
the marketplace will be evaluated including banks, savings
and loans, insurance companies, mortgage brokers/
bankers, pensions, credit unions, and private parties.
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REAL ESTATE 9
Real Estate Appraisal I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
The student learns the purpose of appraisals, the
appraisal process, and the different approaches of
valuation. Additionally, the student learns methods
and techniques used to determine the value of various
types of properties. The market comparison and cost
approaches are emphasized, plus an introduction to
investment property valuation by the income approach.
REAL ESTATE 11
Escrow Principles
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students study real estate escrow responsibilities,
procedures and management, such as preparing escrow
instructions, loan documentation, and closing statements.
Topics covered in this course also include the basics of
escrow accounting, nancing procedures for real property
and title transfer and title insurance procedures.
REAL ESTATE 14
Property Management
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students study the nature and types of property
management, leases and contracts, rent scheduling,
selling of space and techniques of renting, tenant
selection and supervision, relations with owners and
budgets, purchasing and accounts, reporting, ethics,
and legal and professional relationships.
REAL ESTATE 18
Real Estate Investments I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students study the principles of real estate investment
with respect to identifying and understanding the
language, basic procedures, nancing, and facts
essential to ownership, conveyance, environment
problems, business organization involvement, and
evaluation with other investments. A comparison and
assessment of commercial, industrial, and residential
projects, including location, feasibility studies, zoning
restrictions, nancing options, sale and leaseback, and
preferential tax benets.
REAL ESTATE 21
Real Estate Economics
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
The student learns fundamentals of economic trends
and factors which affect the real estate market. Topics
include urban structural relationships, real estate market
analysis, supply and demand, economic forecasting,
land use theory and problems of sub-division.
Additionally, the student learns the government’s role
in the economy and its inuence upon the real estate
market including the federal reserve system, taxation
and land use controls including zoning, planning and
fair housing legislation.
REAL ESTATE 60
Real Estate Mathematics
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students study typical real estate mathematics problems
which are most common in actual practice, as well
as those necessary for other real estate courses and
for those found in the California Real Estate Licensing
examinations.
RUSSIAN 1
Elementary Russian I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students study the fundamentals of Russian
pronunciation, grammar, practical vocabulary, and
sentence structure. Basic facts on the geography,
customs and the culture of Russia are also covered.
RUSSIAN 2
Elementary Russian II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Russian 1 with a satisfactory grade or equivalent.
Completes elementary Russian I. Emphasis on reading
and spoken language.
RUSSIAN 3
Intermediate Russian I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours.
Prerequisite: Russian 2 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students continue their study of Russian grammar and
vocabulary, advancing their conversation and writing
skills. Reading of selected texts in Russian is also included.
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RUSSIAN 4
Intermediate Russian II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Russian 3 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students continue their review of grammar plus more
vocabulary build-up. They also learn more of Russian life and
culture.
RUSSIAN 8
Conversational Russian
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Prerequisites: Russian 2 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students develop and practice conversational skills in
Russian pertaining to typical situations and topics a person
may encounter when traveling or living among a Russian-
speaking community.
RUSSIAN 10
Russian Civilization
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Students learn various aspects of Russian Civilization,
including historical, social and cultural developments
from the early stages to the present, and Russia’s
contribution to the world.
SOCIOLOGY 1
Introduction to Sociology
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
The students learn the major principles of sociology as
they are applied to contemporary social issues. With
the use of several theoretical perspectives it examines
social structures within American society and other
cultures from macro and micro perspectives. There are
extensive references to contemporary research ndings
on social structure, group dynamics, social stratication,
and social institutions.
SOCIOLOGY 2
American Social Problems
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
The student applies sociological perspectives and concepts
in analyzing contemporary social problems in the United
States. Problems associated with drug abuse, poverty,
racial, ethnic, and gender inequality, crime and violence,
and the environment are some of the topics addressed.
SOCIOLOGY 11
Race and Ethnic Relations
in the United States
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students examine global racial and ethnic relations
with an emphasis on the United States. There will be
extensive use of several theoretical perspectives and
an analysis of historical records in explaining minority/
majority relations, prejudice and discrimination, and
the political and economic status of various racial and
ethnic groups. There will be extensive references to
contemporary research ndings on majority/minority
group relations.
SOCIOLOGY 12
Marriage and Family Life
3 UNITS–
(UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: ENGLISH 28 and 67.
Students learn to use theory and research to examine the
family and other forms of intimate-partner relationships
that exist within a diverse, multicultural society. The
students analyze these structures and their functions along
with historical changes, emerging variant patterns, and the
inuence of contemporary society on the family.
SOCIOLOGY 32
Introduction to Criminology
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students examine the basic elements of criminology
- the scientic study of crime and criminal behavior.
This will include, but not limited to, an analysis of the
following concepts; social deviance, crime, delinquency,
victimization, the criminal justice system, social control,
and terrorism. There is an extensive review of the major
sociological explanations on the causes of crime and
criminality in addition to a consideration of the biological
and psychological perspectives. An examination of the
research methods employed by criminologists in the
collection and analysis of data will also be undertaken
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SPANISH 1
Elementary Spanish I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
Student receives practice in the pronunciation, grammar,
practical vocabulary, and useful phrases in Spanish. In
addition, basic facts of the geography, customs and
culture of the Spanish speaking world are presented.
SPANISH 2
Elementary Spanish II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Spanish 1 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent
Students complete Elementary Spanish I emphasizing
reading of elementary texts and the spoken language.
SPANISH 3
Intermediate Spanish I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Spanish 2 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent
Students receive review of grammar, composition and
vocabulary building. Introduction to Spanish and Latin-
American authors.
SPANISH 4
Intermediate Spanish II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Spanish 3 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
Students review grammar and composition while they
build their vocabulary.
SPANISH 5
Advanced Spanish I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Spanish 4 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student participates in an overall examination of
the arts and the concept of aesthetics in preparation
for the study of literature. The focus is on the narrative
(short story and novel) and poetry in Spanish and Latin
American literary traditions. The course also examines
the translation to lm of some of the works studied.
Discussions generated by lectures and readings provide
oral practice in the target language. Written expression
and review of grammatical structures, orthography and
punctuation is done through essays on selected themes.
SPANISH 6
Advanced Spanish II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Spanish 5 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student studies the theater as a literary and
performing art, and the essay as a non-ctional form
of expression. Through lectures and readings, students
will learn about the trajectory of the theater and the
essay in Spanish and Latin-American literary traditions.
Discussions generated by lectures and reading
provide for oral practice in the target language. Written
expression and review of grammatical structures,
orthography and punctuation is done through essays
on selected themes.
SPANISH 8
Conversational Spanish
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Prerequisite: Spanish 2 with a satisfactory grade or
equivalent.
The student practices the oral expression in Spanish as the
main thrust of the course. The focus is on conversational
skills revolving around everyday situations that a person
may encounter when traveling or living in Spanish-
speaking countries, or when interacting with Spanish-
speaking people in the United States.
SPANISH 9
Civilization of Spain
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67.
The student learns the history, cultures, traditions and
arts of Spain. Beginning with prehistory and progressing
through the different epochs to the present day, an
overview of the identity of Spain and its peoples will
be the focus. Furthermore, comparisons to the histories
and cultures of other European countries will clarify
Spain’s similarities to them as well as highlight its stark
uniqueness. The course is taught in English.
SPANISH 10
Latin-American Civilization
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67
The student learns the history, cultures and arts of
Latin America. The focus of the course is to study the
differences and similarities between the countries that
comprise Latin America, noting the unifying forces as
well as those that divide. The course also explores the
relationship between Latin America and the United
States throughout their histories.
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SPANISH 35
Spanish for Spanish Speakers I
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Spanish 2
The bilingual student practices written Spanish with
an emphasis on the acquisition of a solid grammatical
base, vocabulary enrichment, and spelling. Addresses
all four skills in Spanish, but focuses on reading and
writing. Includes readings on the geography, customs
and culture of Spain and Latin America.
SPANISH 36
Spanish for Spanish Speakers II
5 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 5 hours
Prerequisite: Spanish 35.
The student completes the study of grammar and
continues the development of reading and writing skills.
Further study of Spanish and Latin American culture and
civilization is included.
SUPERVISION 1
Elements Of Supervision
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Open to all students.
Advisories: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students develop leadership abilities used in supervisory
positions in business and industry.
SUPERVISION 12
Written Communications for Supervisors
3 UNITS
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 28 and 67 or equivalent.
Students learn to improve their writing ability and write
professional email messages, memorandums and a
wide range of business letters, including direct requests
for information, replies to information requests, direct
claims, adjustment Ietters, Ietters of recommendation,
persuasive requests, refusing routine requests and
breaking bad news to customers and to employees.
This course is one in a series that applies to the college’s
Certicates in Business Administration, Marketing and
Management, and the Western Association of Food
Chains’ Marketing Management Certicate.
TELEVISION 1
Introduction to Television
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Open to all students.
Students study what’s on Television and why, including
the history of Radio and Television Broadcasting. They
also learn costs, ratings, prots, the FCC rules, cable and
pay Television. Recommended elective for Journalism,
Theater and Public Relations.
TELEVISION 4
Television Camera Lighting and Sound
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the basic techniques, aesthetic
conventions and practical use of lighting and sound
equipment in a multi-camera television
production environment.
TELEVISION 6
Studio and Remote Production
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Prerequisite: Television 46 with a satisfactory grade or
better
Advisory: Cinema 2
Students light and shoot remote setups then edit
those pieces for inclusion into a half hour live to tape
production in the studio.
TELEVISION 7
Television Announcing I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 3 hours
Students produce news packages and interviews and
perform the role of reporter as part of training in Television
announcing for broadcast news, sports, weather, and
entertainment. They participate as on-camera talent and
writers for the production of a half hour in-studio live-to-
tape production of a local news broadcast.
TELEVISION 9
TV Equipment
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Advisory: Television 4
Students learn the principles and operation of a multi-
camera television control room and studio equipment
leading to the production of their own live-switched one-
minute public service announcement. Sound control,
studio lighting, control room procedures, camera
operation, directing, script writing, storyboarding, and
production design are emphasized.
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TELEVISION 25-1
Television and Film Dramatic Writing I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students learn professional methods and techniques of
creating characters and stories to develop lm and TV
scripts are studied, including drama and for comedy, in
both the single- and multi-camera formats. Class also
deals with getting an agent and how scripts are sold.
TELEVISION 25-2
Television and Film Dramatic Writing II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: TV 25-1 with a satisfactory grade or better
Students learn professional methods and techniques
of
advanced television and lm writing for drama and comedy
for single and multiple camera. Scripts begun in TV 25-1 may
be worked on for completion and/or revision.
TELEVISION 46
Television Production
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hour Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Television 9 or 4 with a satisfactory grade.
Students write, produce, and direct a series of live-
switched video productions. Each student functions as
talent or crew in productions produced by classmates.
Production protocol learned will include: operation
of studio cameras; lighting instruments and control;
and operation of control room equipment including
switcher, audio mixer, video recording, and character
generator as well as directing, writing and producing.
TELEVISION 48
Television Programming and Video Tape Production
Workshop
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hour Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Television 46 with a satisfactory grade.
Advanced production course that focuses on above the
line production responsibilities for live-to-tape multi-
camera television productio ns. Positions for this course
include: Producer, Director, Writer, Segment Producer,
Assistant Director and Talent. TV 48&49 meet together
at the same time. You can not take both classes in the
same semester.
TELEVISION 49
TV Production Workshop
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisites: Television 46 with a satisfactory grade.
Advanced television production course that focuses on
below the line production responsibilities for live-to-
tape multi-camera television productions. Production
positions for this course include: Camera Operator,
Lighting Director, Set Designer, Graphics, Audio
Engineer, Technical Director, Floor Director, Field
Shooter, Segment Editor. There is no Producing or
Directing in this course. TV 48&49 meet together at the
same time. You can not take both classes in the same
semester.
TELEVISION 55
Digital Video Production Workshop I
3 UNITS (A)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 4 hours Prerequisite: Cinema
1, 2, and Television 4, 9.
Intermediate lm and television students will extensively
plan, shoot and edit two short or one longer advanced
digital video project(s).
TELEVISION 185
Directed Study - Television
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour per unit.
Prerequisite: Television 46 with satisfactory grades or better
Note: Courses limited to advanced LACC Television
Students.
Allows students to pursue directed study in Television
on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising
instructor.THEATER
THEATER 100
Introduction to the Theater
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101 or equivalent.
A survey study and analysis of the various elements that
make up the institution called the Theater. Subjects
range from origins of primitive drama to contemporary
structure and direction of our modern Theater.
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THEATER 105-1
Theater Survey-Literature
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
The student learns about theater literature through an
introduction and survey or observation of regularly
scheduled programs consisting of acting scenes and
exercises from the various theater classes. The basic
program is augmented by the appearance of guest
artists and theater groups. Students are required to
attend live events outside campus and report on their
observations of theater literature through journal and
essay writing assignments.
THEATER 105 -2
Theater Survey II- Performance
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
The student learns theater performance through the
survey and observation of regularly scheduled programs
consisting of acting scenes and exercises from various
theater classes. The basic program is augmented by the
appearance of guest artists and theater groups. Students
are required to attend live events outside campus and
report on their observations of acting performance
through journal and essay writing assignments..
THEATER 105-3
Theater Survey III - Design
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
The student learns theater performance through the
survey and observation of regularly scheduled programs
consisting of acting scenes and exercises from various
theater classes. The basic program is augmented by the
appearance of guest artists and theater groups. Students
are required to attend live events outside campus and
report on their observations of acting performance
through journal and essay writing assignments.
THEATER 105-4
Theater Survey IV- Audience Experience
1 UNIT (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour
The student learns theater performance through the
survey and observation of regularly scheduled programs
consisting of acting scenes and exercises from various
theater classes. The basic program is augmented by the
appearance of guest artists and theater groups. Students
are required to attend live events outside campus and
report on their observations of acting performance
through journal and essay writing assignments.
THEATER 110
History of the World Theater
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Advisory: English 101 or equivalent.
Students read, discuss and analyze major works of
dramatic literature from the Golden Age of Greece
through contemporary. They develop an understanding
and appreciation of the dramatic form in, story arc,
character development throughout major artistic
movements in dramatic literature and within the social
and political context they were written and to express
that appreciation in reasoned analyses.
THEATER 114
Script Study for Theater Performance, Production
and Appreciation
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student studies and learns principles, theories,
and techniques of play script analysis for theatrical
production. Topics covered will include the exploration
of social and political context of the literature, character
development, story arc, and theatrical conceits used in
live productions.
THEATER 185
Directed Study - Theater
1 UNIT (CSU)
Theater students pursue directed study on a contract
basis under the direction of a supervising instructor.
Please refer to the 'Directed Study' section of this
catalog for additional information.
THEATER 200
Introduction to Acting
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Through lecture, discussion, demonstration, and various
participation exercises, the student is introduced to the
art and craft of acting.
THEATER 205
Actor’s Orientation to
Professional Theater
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 270.
The student learns about a career as a professional
actor in the American entertainment industry including
methodology and techniques for seeking and gaining
employment in Theater, Film, Television, Commercials,
and New Media, which includes all forms of electronic
performance.
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THEATER 210
Introduction to Oral
Interpretation of Dramatic Literature
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student studies the techniques of oral interpretation
- including phrasing, inection, word relish, verse
scansion, tempo and rhythm - designed to develop the
actor's interpretative skills.
THEATER 212
Introduction to Oral Interpretation of
Shakespearean Literature
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students study and practice techniques of oral
interpretation - including phrasing, inection, word
relish, verse scansion, tempo and rhythm - designed to
develop the actor’s interpretative skills of Shakespearean
text at an introductory level.
THEATER 225
Beginning Direction
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 274 with a satisfactory grade.
The Student learns fundamental concepts in stage
direction as explored through lecture, exercise and
demonstration. Beginning with play analysis from a
director’s point of view to creating a directorial vision,
the course includes an introduction to the basic
principles of stage directing and the fundamental
working techniques for the realization of the values of
a play onstage.
THEATER 232
Play Production II
2 UNITS (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 6 hours
The student is given the opportunity to work intensely
in one or more areas associated with production:
acting, voice, movement, management, costuming or
technical theater. Students must be prepared to work
irregular hours
THEATER 235
Play Production and Company Performance
5 UNITS (UC:CSU) (RPT 3)
Laboratory 10 hours
Theater students study the rehearsal and performance
practices of performing in theater productions assigned
as lead actors, character actors,
or bit parts. Theater students study the real practices
ofmanagerial and technical theater while participating
in college public performances, technical shops and
theater spaces. Production work may consist of the
following: Acting, carpentry, costumes, painting,
lighting, sound, props and stage management.
Study culminates in a college public performance
entered in the American College
Theater Festival.
THEATER 240
Voice and Articulation for the Theater
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Developing voice and speech skills, emphasizing
clarity, precision, tone, dynamics and imaginative use of
language. Individual goals will be set for performance
and standards of improvement to help the student
acquire the basics of good theater speech.
THEATER 242 -1
Vocal and Physical Development - Level I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 6 hours
The student actor studies, practices, and demonstrates
knowledge and skill in vocal and physical development
at an introductory level with specic emphasis on proper
breath support, alignment, and vocal & physical clarity,
freedom, and strength.
THEATER 242 -2
Vocal and Physical Development - Level II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 242-1
The student learns and demonstrates knowledge, as well
as skill, in vocal and physical development at a beginning
level with specic emphasis on resonance, precision &
dynamics, and enhanced expressiveness.
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THEATER 242 -3
Vocal and Physical Development - Level III
3 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 242-2
The student learns and demonstrates knowledge, as
well as skill in vocal and physical development at an
intermediate level with specic emphasis on diction,
International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and dance
choreographed movement.
THEATER 242 -4
Vocal and Physical Development - Level IV
3 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 242-3
The student learns and demonstrates knowledge, as
well as skill in vocal and physical development at an
advanced level with specic emphasis on elevated
speech & language, rhythm & gestural expressiveness,
and stage combat.
THEATER 246-1
Vocal Performance Workshop - Level l
2 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 6 hours
The student actor learns and applies correct vocal
performance skills to the acting of a role(s) in a Theater
Academy production with special focus on the ability
to vocally 'land the specic meaning of the text' with
precision, clarity, and awareness - through varied
introductory vocal exercises, techniques, warm-ups, and
coaching sessions.
THEATER 246-2
Vocal Performance Workshop - Level II
2 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 246-1
The student learns through detailed vocal exercises,
techniques, warm-ups, and coaching sessions to apply
correct beginning vocal performance skills to the acting
of a role(s) in a Theater Academy production with special
focus on building & sustaining powerful breath support
which creates rich resonance and extended range for
singing on stage and also for playing characters who are
in vocal conict.
THEATER 246-3
Vocal Performance Workshop- Level III
2 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 246-2
The pre-professional student actor learns and
demonstrates the correct application of intermediate
vocal performance skills to the acting of role(s) in a
Theater Academy production from contemporary/
modern full length play - with focus on the vocal exercises,
techniques, and coaching sessions that create authentic
'character voices' through pitch variation, inection,
placement, physicality, tempo, and subtext ,
THEATER 246-4
Vocal Performance Workshop - Level IV
2 UNITS (CSU)
Laboratory 6 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 246-3
The student learns through advanced vocal exercises,
techniques, warm-ups, and coaching sessions to
demonstrate advanced application of vocal performance
skills to the acting of a role(s) in a Theater Academy
production from classical literature such as Shakespeare
- with detailed focus on the unique challenge of
authentically speaking heightened text with powerful
meaning and dynamic vocal expressiveness and subtlety.
THEATER 262
Special Projects
2 UNITS (CSU)(RPT 3)
Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 270 with a satisfactory grade.
Advanced students are given the opportunity to plan,
rehearse, stage and produce approved all student
projects for presentation before an audience.
THEATER 270
Beginning Acting
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 4 hours
The student receives an introduction to the art and craft of
acting. This class is the rst level of the Theater Academy's
Professional Training Program's acting option. The main
focus of the work will be on stage using the physical body
and voice to experience the process of the actor. Topics
covered include Basic Stage Technique, Movement Values,
Relaxation, Body Awareness, Physical Limbering and
Alignment, Pantomimic Dramatization, Play and Scene
Study. You will receive an introductory appreciation of how
an actor trains for a career in theater, lm and television
as you develop your own skills of physical, verbal and
emotional communication.
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THEATER 271
Intermediate Acting
2 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 1 hour Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 200
Acting principles are expanded and applied in staged
scenes. The emphasis is on comprehension, translation
into meaningful dramatic action, and creation. The
actor’s self-awareness is explored and developed
before a classroom audience.
THEATER 272
Intermediate Applied Acting
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 270.
The student learns to apply the acting principles
introduced in Theater 270 in staged scenes. The student
incorporates fundamental and basic techniques of
acting into meaningful dramatic action on stage. The
actor’s self-awareness is explored and developed
before a classroom audience in scenes and exercises.
THEATER 274-1
Advanced Applied Acting - Level I
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 272 with a satisfactory grade.
The student learns to engage in greater in-depth
analysis of staged scenes. Emphasis is placed upon the
rehearsal process and rehearsal techniques.
THEATER 274-2
Advanced Applied Acting- Level II
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 272 with a satisfactory grade.
The student learns to engage in character and text
analysis of roles in staged scenes at an advanced level.
Emphasis is placed upon the student's demonstration of
advanced rehearsal processes and techniques.
THEATER 275
Scene Study
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 270 with a satisfactory grade.
The student learns about the similarities and differences
in acting techniques applied when studying and
performing scenes from Theater, Film, Television,
Commercials, and New Media
THEATER 276-1
Actors' Workshop- Level I
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 274-2.
The student learns to analyze scenes and speeches from
selected plays at an advanced level. Content emphasizes
research, characterization, playing actions/reactions,
vocal development, emotional centering, discoveries,
release, control and physical expressiveness.
THEATER 276-2
Actors' Workshop- Level II
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 4 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 276-1.
The student learns to analyze scenes and speeches from
selected plays at an advanced level. Content emphasizes
research, characterization, playing actions/reactions,
vocal development, emotional centering, discoveries,
release, control and physical expressiveness.
THEATER 277
Character Analysis
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours Prerequisite: Theater 270.
The course covers the analytical steps involved in the
study of a play and the development of character
preparatory for rehearsal and performance.
THEATER 285
Directed Study - Theater
2 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
TA 285 allows students to pursue Directed Study on a
contract basis under the supervision of a supervising
instructor. Please refer to the ‘Directed Study’ section of
this catalog for additional information.
THEATER 294
Rehearsals and Performances IV
4 UNITS (RPT 3)
Laboratory 12 hours
Prerequisite: Theater 270
Students perform a role (or roles) in a public performance
of a play in the Theater Academy season integrating
principles and techniques of acting, character analysis,
voice and movement. Students will be introduced to
rehearsal disciplines and professional work habits
during the preparation for public performance and will
experience audience response to their acting skills.
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THEATER 300
Introduction to Stage Craft
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student studies the theory and professional
practices of design and technical play production for;
scenery, properties, lighting, sound, costuming, and
stage management.
THEATER 302
Introduction To Stage Management
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students learn the function of stage managers in
professional theater productions.
THEATER 311
Theatrical Lighting
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours
Laboratory 2 hours
Students develop skills used in theatrical lighting
including- use of lighting instruments, accessories,
control systems, as well as safety proceedures. Students
will light projects that develop foundational skills-
placement of appropriate lights, magic sheets, patching
as well as accuracy in the reproduction of light plots.
THEATER 313
Scenic Painting for the Theater
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students develop skills used in theater scene painting,
including--use of equipment and materials, preparation
of paint surfaces, paint application techniques as well as
safety practices. Students will paint projects that develop
foundational skills-- cartooning and layout, color theory,
paint mixing, brushwork (lining, lay-in, wet blend) as well
as accuracy in the reproduction of paint elevations.
THEATER 314
Theatrical Sound Design Fundamentals, Procedures/
Operation
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students interested in the study of theory and practices
used to setup production and sound equipment related
materials utilized in a professional sound design for
the theater. Students will practice professional sound
installations and design techniques.
THEATER 315
Introduction to Theatrical Scenic Design
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students study and develop a graphic vocabulary in order
to express design concepts for scenic environments.
Students analyze specic text or events and create
design documentation in order to communicate ideas
and visual concepts. Class projects focus on specic
skills and forms of design presentations; script analysis,
ground plan and section, elevations, details, model
building and computer pre-visualization of virtual
environments.
THEATER 321
Computer Aided Drafting and Design - III
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
Students create design plans for theater disciplines on
various computer applications including Auto CAD,
Sketchup, and Sketcbook. The design student will be
introduced to the necessary skills to create professional
design documentation and paperwork for scenic,
lighting, and costume design.
THEATER 325
Advanced Stage Craft
3 UNITS (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours
This course will provide the student with instruction
in advanced methods, physical techniques, and crew
responsibilities of the theater technician in all the
speciality areas. The process will include emphysis on
practical solutions and leadership in crew and equipment
management. Use of state-of-the-art stage equipment and
show operation forms to execute a production in multiple
entertainemnt medias is covered. The direct outcome is to
prepare the student for work in the behind the scenes of
the entertainment industry.
THEATER 335
Applied Stage Management and Production IV
4 UNITS (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 12 hours
Technical Theater students study the real and theoretical
practices of managerial and technical theater while
constructing an actual production in college shops.
Production work will consist of; carpentry, painting,
lighting, sound editing and or stage management.
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THEATER 336
Applied Stage Management and Production Lab
1 UNIT
Laboratory 3 hours
Technical Theater Students study the real and theoretical
practices of theater production while mounting an actual
production in a college theater venue. Production crew
work will consist of the collaborative synthesis of multiple
departments in the creation of a theatrical performance
and the techniques necessary in the management of
resources towards a successful entertainment event.
THEATER 338
Introduction to Design: Theater, Film, and Television
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student studies the design process for theater,
lm, and TV. Specic topics include the relationship
between text and design choices, recognition of basic
compositional elements; color, mass, line, texture,
rhythm, balance as used in story telling, and the creation
of design presentations through collage. Additional
lecture topics include, architectural spaces of story
telling, from the proscenium arch to the sound stage,
business practices of design, union afliations for
professional designers and typical business vocabulary.
THEATER 345
Technical Stage Production IV
4 UNITS (RPT 3) (UC: CSU)
Laboratory 12 hours
Co-requisite: Theater 270 or 272
Theater Academy Advanced Acting Students study
the real and theoretical practices of managerial and
technical theater while mounting an actual production
in a college theater venue. Production work will consist
of the collaborative synthesis of multiple departments
in the creation of a theatrical performance and the
techniques necessary in the management of resources
towards a successful entertainment event.
Note: Students must audition and be admitted into the
advanced acting academy to be eligible to enroll in this
class. Concurrent enrollment in Theater Arts 270, 272,
and 345 is required
THEATER 385
Directed Study-Theater
3 Units
Lecture 3 hours.
Theater students pursue on their own an in-depth study
of a subject of special interest in the eld of theater.
Consultation with the instructor on a weekly basis, plus
independent work is required.
THEATER 400
Costume Periods and Styles
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 3 hours
The student studies the changes in dress from ancient
to modern times, relating social and political forces
inuencing costuming for stage, lm, and television.
THEATER 411
Costuming For The Theater
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students study the techniques and practices of
theatrical costuming. Topics include: choice, use,
and manipulation of patterns, textiles, jewelry and
accessories to imitate historical appearances meeting
the needs of performance costume rather than clothing.
Practical solutions to budget limits and camera media.
THEATER 413
Costume Dyeing and Painting
3 UNITS CSU
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
The student learns techniques of dyeing and surface
design of fabric for theater and lm and practices
dyeing, tie dye, batik, stencil, screening, heat transfer,
aging, antiquing and distressing.
THEATER 414
Costume Draping and Accessories
3 UNITS CSU
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students study the theory and practice of creating stage
and lm costumes and costume accessories through
draping.
THEATER 415
Costume Design for the Theater
3 UNITS CSU
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students study the techniques and practices of theatrical
costume design and illustration. Topics include:
analyzing the play script, research techniques, creating
the costume plot, choice and use of media, illustrating
costume design for needs of theatrical performance.
THEATER 416
Materials and Methods for the Costumer
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Lecture and laboratory study of the properties of various
non textile materials used by the costumer including latex,
leather, plastics, dyes, glues, foam, rubber and molds.
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THEATER 417
Costuming for Film
3 UNITS (CSU)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Techniques and practices of costuming for lm; analyzing
and breaking down the script using computer spreadsheet,
creating character boards, design conferences, budgeting,
preproduction planning and resourcing.
THEATER 418
Communicating Theatrical Design
3 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students explore basic methods and techniques for
the theatrical designer to communicate both scenic
and costume design. Includes perspective drawing,
ground plans, shading, textures, character bodies and
illustration techniques using pencil and colored pencil.
THEATER 419
Advanced Costume Illustration
3 UNITS (RPT 1) (A)
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
The student studies advanced costume illustration for
theater and lm, including; advanced gure drawing,
sketch artist techniques, computer illustration, rendering
textures and creating nished costume plates.
THEATER 420
Costuming on Set
3 UNITS
Lecture 2 hours Laboratory 2 hours
Students study and practice techniques of on set
costuming. Instructional activities include: interview
with student directors, prepare for design conferences,
prepare costumes, and work as an on-set costumer for
a student lm project. Completed lm project will be
viewed as part of nal evaluation.
THEATER 425
Applied Costuming for the Theater
4 UNITS (RPT 3) (CSU)
Laboratory 12 hours
Students receive practical experience in construction
and maintenance of costumes for public theatrical
presentation. Emphasis on professional wardrobe/
dressing room practices, construction, alteration,
maintenance, repair, cleaning and storage of costumes.
Students must be available for rehearsals and
performances.
THEATER 450
Beginning Stage Make Up
3 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 2 hour Laboratory 2 hours
The student learns techniques and practices of theatrical
makeup design and application. The student analyzes
faces and designs and performs makeups including;
glamor, aging, beards, stylized, and impersonations on
their own face. Topics include the use of makeup for lm
and television.
THEATER 941
Cooperative Education - Theater
4 UNITS (UC: CSU)
Lecture 4 hours
BASIC SKILLS 006CE
Review of Basic English
0 UNITS
This course is designed for students who need an
overview of high school level English. Students review:
grammar, reading comprehension, literary responses
and writing skills. This course is modiable for the LEP
student.
Class Hours: 36 hours
BASIC SKILLS 007CE
Review of Basic Math
0 UNITS
This course is a review of High School Level Math. The
curriculum is designed to assist a variety of students i.e.,
including those still in High School, in transition from high
school to employment and dislocated workers returning
back to school. The curriculum is also modiable for the
LEP student.
Class Hours: 36 hours
BASICSKILLS 034CE
*pending approval
High School Equivalency Test Preparation
0 UNITS
This course is designed to review test taking, math,
reading, writing, science and social studies skills to
prepare students to pass a California approved High
School equivalency test.
Class Hours:117 hours
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BASICSKILLS 035CE
Basic Math Skills
0 UNITS
This course is designed to help build condence and
prepare individuals who are transitioning into a new
career or need to brush up his/her skills. Upon successful
completion of this class, students will be ableto perform
basic computations and solve relevant mathematical
problems in a variety of occupations.
Class Hours:54 hours
BASIC SKILLS 052CE
College Preparatory English A
0 UNITS
Students review material designed to prepare for a high
school equivalency exam. Students review standards of
reading comprehension, word analysis, literary response
and analysis and language used at the High School
English Level. The curriculum is modiable to meet the
needs of the Limited English Procient (LEP) student.
Hours: 36 hours
BASIC SKILLS 053CE
College Preparatory English B
0 UNITS
Students continue to review material designed to
prepare for a high school equivalency exam. Students
review standards of reading comprehension, word
analysis, literary response and analysis and language
used at the High School English Level. The curriculum
is modiable to meet the needs of the Limited English
Procient (LEP) student.
Class Hours: 36 hours
BASICSKILLS 075CE
Introduction to Post-Secondary Education
INTRODUCTION TO POST SECONDARY EDUCATION
This course introduces students to the opportunities and
benets of post-secondary education. This course provides
students with essential information, strategies and tools
that will help overcome real and perceived obstacles and
successfully navigate their transition to college.
Class Hours: 9 Hours
BASICSKILLS 083CE
GED PREPARATION: LITERATURE AND THE ARTS
0 UNITS
Students prepare for the General Educational
Development(GED): Literature and the Arts Test, Hi-SET
or any high school equivalencyexam. The class includes
critical thinking, reading comprehension, interpreting
graphs, analyzing literature and the arts, tone and style/
prose ction, interpreting poetry, drama, plays, non-
ction and commentaries. This course isalso modiable
for the LEP population.
Class Hours: 54 hours
BASICSKILLS 084CE
GED PREPARATION: MATHEMATICS
0 UNITS
Mathematics Test. This class includes arithmetic, the
metric system,algebra, geometry, statistics and probability
problems. Depending upon thediagnostic assessment,
students will be directed to an appropriate plan of study.
This course is also modiablefor the LEP population.
Class Hours: 54 hours
BASICSKILLS 085CE
GED PREPARATION: SCIENCE
0 UNITS
Students prepare for the General Education
Development(GED): Science Test. This class includes
biology, earth science, astronomy,geology, meteorology,
chemistry and physics.This course is also modiable for
the LEP population.
Class Hours: 54 hours
BASICSKILLS 086CE
GED PREPARATION: SOCIAL STUDIES
0 UNITS
Students prepare for the General Education
Development(GED): Social Studies Test. This class
enhances student’s ability to read, understand, and use
information in the context of social studies. Students
focus on the ve basic social studies content areas:
United States history,civics and government, economics,
and geography. This course is also modiable for the
LEP population.
Class Hours: 54 hours
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ESL 001CE
English as a Second Language Beginning I
0 UNITS
Prerequisite: None
Designed for LEP students to identify time phrases in
sentences demonstrating the correct use of verb tenses.
Students follow this task by locating and recognizing the
parts of speech including nouns, verbs and adjectives.
Class Hours: 54 hours
ESL 002CE
English as a Second Language Beginning II
0 UNITS
Students participate in basic communication and
conversation exercises, providing the appropriate
response to routine social situations. Students read
simple passages, and formulate and write sentences
describing transportation, employment, community
resources, clothing, and interpersonal communication.
Class Hours: 54 hours
ESL AND CIVICS 010CE
ESL AND CIVICS 1
0 UNITS
Prerequisite: None
Students learn civic content and practice oral/aural skills
necessary to begin the process of becoming a United
States citizen. Students develop beginning listening,
speaking, reading and writing skills at an introductory
English as a Second Language (ESL) level.
Class Hours: 18 hours
ESL AND CIVICS 011CE
ESL AND CIVICS 2
0 UNITS
Prerequisite: None
Students learn civic content and practice oral/aural skills
necessary to begin the process of becoming a United
States citizen. Students continue to develop listening,
speaking, reading and writing skills in preparation to take
the United States Citizenship and Immigration interview
at a beginning English as a Second Language (ESL) Level.
Class Hours: 18 hours
ESL AND CIVICS 012CE
ESL AND CIVICS 3
0 UNITS
Prerequisite: None
This competency-based, open-entry citizenship course
introduces U.S. History and government with appropriate
English vocabulary and grammar structure for low
intermediate level English as a Second Language (ESL)
students who are preparing to take the U.S. citizenship
examination.
Class Hours: 54 hours
ESL AND CIVICS 013CE
ESL AND CIVICS 4
0 UNITS
Prerequisite: None
In this open-entry, noncredit course students will learn
about integrated topics of Civics and Citizenship
preparation. Students will prepare for the Citizenship
test and interview. They will also learn skills to assist
them with their immersion into a predominately-English
speaking society at an intermediate English (ESL) level.
Class Hours: 54 hours
ESL AND CIVICS 014CE
ESL AND CIVICS 5
0 UNITS
Prerequisite: None
This competency-based, open-entry citizenship course
introduces U.S. history and government with the appropriate
English vocabulary and grammar structure for high
intermediate English as a Second Language (ESL) students
who are preparing to take the U.S. Citizenship examination.
Class Hours: 54 hours
ESL AND CIVICS 015CE
ESL AND CIVICS 6
0 UNITS
Prerequisite: None
Students discuss civics, U.S. history and government at
an advanced English as a Second Language (ESL) level.
Students prepare for the Citizenship test and interview.
Students apply skills to assist them in their immersion
into a predominately English speaking society by using
advanced vocabulary.
Class Hours: 54 hours
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ESL AND CIVICS 030 CE
English Literacy and Civics
0 UNITS
Students apply the content necessary to have a
f
unctioningunderstanding of the English language
related to the citizenship test. Students practice a variety
of English andgrammar contexts to prepare them for basic
survival skills in a predominately-Englishspeaking society.
Class Hours: 108 hours
ESL AND CIVICS 031 CE
English Literacy and Civics Level 1
0 UNITS
Students at the Beginning-Low Level apply the content
necessary to have a functioning understanding of the
English language related to the citizenship test and
similar civics objectives. Students practice a variety of
English and grammar contexts to prepare them for basic
life skills in a predominately-English speaking society.
Class Hours: 108 hours
ESL AND CIVICS 032 CE
English Literacy and Civics Level 2
0 UNITS
This is an open-entry/open-exit course for ESL students
at the Beginning High Level. The skills of listening,
speaking, reading, writing, and grammar are integrated
and taught through the content of basic life, community,
job and citizenship skills.
Class Hours: 108 hours
ESL AND CIVICS 033CE
*(pending approval)
English Literacy & Civics Level 3
0 UNITS
Students apply the content necessary to have an
understanding of the United States Citizenshipinterview
and test. Students practice avariety of advanced English
and grammar contexts.
Class Hours: 108 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 002CE
In-Home Supportive Service Providers
0 UNITS
Prerequisite: None
Students gain the skills required to be an In-Home Supportive
Services (IHSS) Provider so that they can promote health and
independence for an IHSS client, thus enabling the client to
live at home without danger to their health and safety. This
training meets the State of California’s Home Care Services
Consumer Protection Act.
Class Hours:90 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 003CE
Workplace Computing for Limited English
Populations
0 UNITS
The objective of this course is to provide students
with hands-on experience using a computer for use in
society, classroom, and the workplace. Fundamentals
of computer hardware, software, and the internet
for computer novices at the workplace, introducing
basic computer components and functions, including
hardware, operating systems, ofce applications, and
web browsers. This course is modiable for the Limited
English Procient (LEP) student.
Class Hours: 54 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 054CE
VESL for Child Development 1:
Specialized Vocabulary In Developmental Theories
0 UNITS
This course is specically designed for limited
Englishprocient students who are interested in taking
Child Development courses, butneed additional
assistance with language before and during the course.
In addition, students will be taught studyskill strategies,
reading strategies and test-taking tools contextualized
forthe Child Development I credit course offering.
Class Hours: 54 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 055CE
Vocational English as a Second Language C
0 UNITS
A short-term vocational course designed for Limited
English Procient (LEP) students who need help with
developing basic and content skills related to the world
of work. The class focus is speaking, listening, reading,
writing, and arithmetic as practiced in the workforce
and covers basic employee benets and compensation;
employee-centered practices and performance modes.
Class Hours: 54 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 056CE
VESL for Health Careers
0 UNITS
Students learn English and acquire a general introduction
to careers in the healthcare led and common
medical practices. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary,
medical terminology, pronunciation, grammar and the
comprehension skills necessary for successful transition
to health classes. This course is designed for Limited
English Procient (LEP) students.
Class Hours: 36 hours
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VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 059CE
VESL for Home-Health Aide
0 UNITS
This course is designed for students who need to acquire
a general introduction to careers in the healthcare eld
and common medical practices. Emphasis is placed on
vocabulary, medical terminology, pronunciation, and
comprehension skills necessary for successful transition
to health classes. This class is modiable for the Limited
English Procient (LEP) student.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 078CE
Vocational English as a Second Language - B
0 UNITS
A short-term course designed for Limited English
Procient (LEP) students who need help in developing
their basic and content skills related to the world of
work. The course focus is speaking, listening, reading,
writing and arithmetic as practiced in the workplace and
covers conduct, communication styles and relations;
health and safety issues.
Class Hours: 54 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 079CE
Vocational English as a Second Language - A
0 UNITS
A short-term vocational course designed for Limited
English Procient (LEP) students who need help with
developing basic and contentskills related to the world
of work.The course focus is speaking, listening, reading,
writing, andarithmetic as practiced in the workforce.
Class Hours: 54 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 084CE
Entrepreneur Training Program
0 UNITS
This course is designed to introduce students to
basicconcepts of Entrepreneurship. Topics covered
include, but are not limited to: thinking like an
entrepreneur, entrepreneurship vocabulary, ways
to grow abusiness, leading organizational change,
managing business nancials andperformance.
Students learn and are informed of ways to grow a
business andlead organizational change.
Class Hours: 36 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 230CE
30 Ways To Shine As A New Employee
0 UNITS
onal education course is designed to provide new
and incumbent workers “30 Ways to Shine as a New
Employee” and increase their level of customer service
and colleague relations. The curriculum is modiable for
the LEP student. The topics covered but are not limited
to new beginners, understanding the workplace culture
and dealing with change. After competing this course
the student has an option to continue their education
or become gainfully employed.
Class Hours: 6 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 231CE
Retailing Smarts 6: Building Sales
0 Units
This short-term vocational education course is designed
to provide new and incumbent workers in building sales
required in getting to know their customer or client. The
curriculum is modiable for the LEP students. The topics
covered but are not limited to suggesting additional
merchandise, creating special promotions, and taking
the guesswork out of giftgiving. After completing this
course the student has an option to continue their
education or become gainfully employed.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 232CE
Closing the Sale
0 Units
This short-term vocational education course is designed
to provide new and incumbent workers with the skills
and strategies required in making a sale. The curriculum
is modiable for the LEP students. The topics include
recognizing buying signals, asking for the sale and
suggesting helpful add-ons.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 233CE
The Sale Transaction
0 Units
This short-term vocational education course is designed
to provide new and incumbent workers with skills needed
to efciently complete sales transactions. The curriculum
is modiable for the LEP students. The topics covered
but are not limited to: accepting checks and credit
cards, and completing sales transaction paperwork.
After completing this course the student has an option to
continue their education or become gainfully employed.
Class Hours: 18 hours
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VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 234CE
Explaining Features and Benets
0 Units
This short-term vocational education course is
designed to provide new and incumbent workers with
strategies in order to explain features and benets of
products to customers. The curriculum is modiable for
the LEP students. The topics covered but are not limited
to: learning about the products you sell, identifying
product features, and demonstrating product features.
After completing this course the student has an option
to continue their education or become gainfully
employed.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 235CE
Customer Service Smarts: Going the Extra Mile
0 UNITS
This short-term customer service workshop is
designed to provide new and incumbent workers with
the strategies required in going the extra mile for a
customer. The curriculum is modiable for the LEP
student and designed for incumbent workers and/or
new employees. The topics covered but are not limited
to: customer follow-up, artfully using business cards,
business card etiquette, and personal services. After
completion of this workshop the attendee will have two
options 1) continue their education 2) become gainfully
employed.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 236CE
Job Club
0 UNITS
This curriculum is designed to provide prospective
employees with a support system that will assist them
in preparation for the workforce. The curriculum is
modiable for the LEP students. The topics covered but
are not limited to: planning their job search, utilizing
outside resources, the “hidden” job market, and job
market research. After completing this course the student
has an option to continue their education or become
gainfully employed.
Class Hours: 6 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 237CE
Strategies in Meeting your Customers Needs
0 UNITS
This short-term vocational education course is designed
to provide new and incumbent workers with the
strategies required in understanding their customers
or client’s needs. The curriculum is modiable for
the LEP student. The topics covered but are not
limited to making shopping an enjoyable experience,
accommodating customers with disabilities, in-store
and phone customers, keeping commitments to your
customer, and special orders.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 238CE
Blueprint for Workplace Success
0 UNITS
Prerequisite: None
Students receive the necessary tools and skills to
prepare for and achieve their career goals. The topics
covered include, but are not limited to: interest and
skills inventory, goal setting, career exploration,
workplace etiquette and culture, workplace laws,
effective communication, conict resolution, time
management, job market realities, workplace skills,
contacting employers, preparing for the interview,
getting hired and keeping your job. This course can be
modied for Limited English Procient (LEP) students.
Class Hours: 36 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 239CE
Blueprint for Customer Service
0 UNITS
This short-term vocational education course is designed
to provide new and incumbent workers with the customer
service skills required in getting to know their customer or
client in order to increase their employability. The topics
covered but are not limited to know what customers want,
listening to customers, and telephone customer service.
After completing this course, the student has an option to
continue their education or become gainfully employed.
The curriculum is modiable for the LEP students.
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION ON 240CE
Strategies in Adapting to Your Customer
0 UNITS
This short-term vocational education course is designed to
provide new and incumbent workers with the strategies
required in getting to know their customer or client.
The curriculum is modiable for the LEP student. The
topics covered but are not limited to learning how to
greet customers, building relationships, determining a
customer’s needs. This course can be offered as a stand-
alone course or coupled within the eight modules that are
related to this material. After competing this course the
student has an option to continue taking classes in their
eld of choice, or become gainfully employed.
Class Hours: 18 hours
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VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 241CE
Get to Know Your Customer
0 UNITS
This short-term vocational education course is designed
to provide new and incumbent workers the methods and
skills in how to get to know their customer. The curriculum is
modiable for the LEP students. The topics covered but are
not limited to greeting customers in a winning way, building
relationships, and determining a customer’s needs. After
competing this course the student has an option to continue
their education or become gratefully employed.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 242CE
*(pending approval)
Banquet Server Skills Training
0 UNITS
New and incumbent workers learn skills to prepare them
to be the best in banquet services. Some of the topics
covered include, but are not limited to: setting tables for
banquets, providing beverage service, taking and serving
orders, maintaining buffet tables and refreshing meeting
rooms. Upon completion of this workshop, students will
take a Knowledge Test with 100 multiple choice questions.
Upon scoring 75% or better on this test students will
qualify for the Banquet Server Skills Certicate provided
by the Educational Institute of the American Hotel &
Lodging Association. Students will also be awarded a
Certicate of Completion by LA City College.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 243CE
*(pending approval)
Front Desk Representative
0 UNITS
New and incumbent workers learn skills to prepare them
to provide superior guest service. Students will learn,
among other skills, how to use effective sales techniques,
conduct guest check-ins, serve guests with special needs
and turn customer complaints into opportunities to build
great relationships with their guests. After completing
this workshop, students will take a Knowledge Test
with 100 multiple choice questions. Upon scoring 75%
or better on this test students will qualify for the Front
Desk Representative Skills Certicate provided by the
Educational Institute of the American Hotel & Lodging
Association. Students will also be awarded a Certicate
of Completion by LA City College.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 244CE
*(pending approval)
Laundry Attendant Skills Training
0 UNITS
New and incumbent workers learn skills to provide the
best in guest services. Some topics covered include, but
are not limited to, using washers & dryers, sorting and
ironing linens, using mechanical at-work iron and line-
folding equipment, sewing & mending, and responding to
housekeeping requests Upon completion of this workshop,
students will take a Knowledge Test with 100 multiple
choice questions. Upon scoring 75% or better on this
test students will qualify for the Laundry Attendant Skills
Certicate provided by the Educational Institute of the
American Hotel & Lodging Association. Students will also
be awarded a Certicate of Completion by LA City College.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 245CE
*(pending approval)
Public Space Cleaner Skills Training
0 UNITS
New and incumbent workers learn skills to become
an effective Public Space Cleaner. Some of the topics
covered include, but are not limited to, preparing public
spaces for cleaning, using various cleaning tools and
agents, learning the different methods of cleaning.
Upon completion of this workshop, students will take a
Knowledge Test with 100 multiple choice questions. Upon
scoring 75% or better on this test students will qualify for
the Public Space Cleaner Skills Certicate provided by
the Educational Institute of the American Hotel & Lodging
Association. Students will also be awarded a Certicate of
Completion by LA City College
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 246CE
*(pending approval)
Restaurant Server Skills Training
0 UNITS
The Restaurant Server course is designed to provide
new and incumbent workers with the tools they need
to provide the best in restaurant services. Some of the
topics covered include, but are not limited to: setting up
the restaurant for service, greeting and seating guests
and taking beverage and food orders. Upon completion
of this workshop, students will take a Knowledge Test
with 100 multiple choice questions. Upon scoring
75% or better on this test students will qualify for the
Restaurant Server Skills Certicate provided by the
Educational Institute of the American Hotel & Lodging
Association. Students will also be awarded a Certicate
of Completion by LA City College
Class Hours: 18 hours
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VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 247CE
*(pending approval)
Kitchen Steward Skills Training
0 UNITS
The Kitchen Steward course is designed to provide
new and incumbent workers with the tools they need
to provide the best in guest services. Some of the topics
covered include, but are not limited to: cleaning tools
and surfaces, following a recycling program, washing
dishes and silverware and cleaning and sanitizing working
surfaces Upon completion of this workshop, students will
take a Knowledge Test with 100 multiple choice questions.
Upon scoring 75% or better on this test students will qualify
for the Kitchen Steward Skills Certicate provided by the
Educational Institute of the American Hotel & Lodging
Association. Students will also be awarded a Certicate of
Completion by LA City College.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 248CE
*(pending approval)
Maintenance Attendant Skills Training
0 UNITS
New and incumbent workers learn skills to become a
n
effective Kitchen Steward. This workshop is designed to
provide the tools needed to provide the best maintenance
services. Some of the topics covered include, but are
not limited to: preventative maintenance, inspections,
installations, repair and servicing and troubleshooting.
Upon completion of this workshop, students will take
a Knowledge Test with 100 multiple choice questions.
Upon scoring 75% or better on this test students will
qualify for the Kitchen Steward Skills Certicate provided
by The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA).
Students will also be awarded a Certicate of Completion
by LA City College.
Class Hours: 18 hours
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION 250CE
Guest Attendant Skills Training
0 UNITS
This short-term, one-day, six-hour Guestroom Attendant
skills workshop is designed to provide new and
incumbent workers with the tools they need to provide
the best in guest services. Some of the topics covered
include, but are not limited to: preparing guestrooms
for cleaning, sanitizing rooms, repleneshing supplies
and keep work areas organized. Upn completion of
this workshop, students will take a knowledge test
with 30 multiple choice questions. Upoin scoring 75%
or better on this test and completing 90 hours of on-
the-job training, students will qualify for the Guestroom
Attendant Skills Certicate provided by th Educational
Institute of the American Hotel & Lodging Association..
Students will also be awarded a Certicate of Completion
by the LA City College.
Class Hours: 18 hours
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Academic Renewal
(See an Academic Counselor for advisement)
Students may submit a petition to the Ofce of
Admissions and Records to have their academic record
reviewed for Academic Renewal action of substandard
academic performance under the following conditions:
1.
Students must have achieved a grade-point-average
of 2.5 in their last 15 semester units, or 2.0 in their
last 30 semester units completed at any accredited
college or university, and
2.
At least one calendar years must have elapsed from
the time the course work to be removed was
completed.
If the student meets the above conditions, the College
shall grant academic renewal, consisting of:
1. Eliminating from consideration in the cumulative
grade-point-average up to 30 semester units of
course work, and
2. Annotating the student academic record indicating
where Academic Renewal action has removed courses.
Academic renewal actions are irreversible. Students
should met with a College Counselor before taking such
an action.
COURSE REPETITION
(See an Academic Counselor For Advisement)
Repetition of courses for which substandard work has not
been recorded shall be permitted only upon advance
petition of the student and with permission of the
College President or designee based on a nding that
circumstances exist which justify such repetition. In such
repetition under special circumstances, the student’s
permanent academic record shall be annotated in such
a manner that all work remains legible. Grades awarded
for repetition under special circumstances shall not be
counted in calculating a student’s grade-point-average.
Students may petition for approval to repeat courses up
to a total of 15 units in which substandard grades (less
than “C”) were awarded. Students may repeat the same
course only once for this purpose. Upon completion
of a course repetition, the best grade earned will be
computed in the cumulative grade-point-average and
the student academic record so annotated.
No specic course or categories of courses shall be
exempt from course repetition. This policy is adopted
for use in the Los Angeles Community College District
only. Other institutions may differ. Students planning to
transfer to another college or university should contact
that institution regarding its policy.
Student may also repeat certain activity, performance,
and skills courses as stated below:
Legally mandated training requirement: Courses necessary
to meet legally mandated training requirements as a
condition of continued paid or volunteer employment may
be repeated for credit any number of times.
Content differs each time the course is offered: The
course outline of record must clearly differentiate how
the content changes each time. Applied courses, such as
production and studio courses, may also qualify as activity
courses (see below). Courses where students apply theory
may also Fall under the category of content changing
each time. Examples of these types of courses are poetry
writing creative writing or conversational Spanish. Other
examples of courses where content changes each time
are: directed study, eld work, special topics, or current
events. Theory courses should not be repeatable.
Activity courses: are dened as those where the students
meets course objectives by repeating a similar primary
educational activity and gains an expanded educational
experience each time the course is repeated, provided :
(A) skills or prociencies are enhanced by supervised
repetition and practice within class periods; or (B) active
participatory experience in individual study or group
assignments is the basic means by which learning
objectives are attained. Examples of activity courses
that qualify as repeatable courses include but are not
limited to the following: Kinesology courses or visual or
performing arts courses in music, ne arts, theater, dance,
or career technical education courses. Foreign language
and ESL courses are not considered “activity courses”.
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PROBATION & DISMISSAL
The following standards for academic and progress
probation shall be applied as required by regulations
adopted by the Board of Governors of the California
Community Colleges.
A student shall be placed on probation if any one of
the following conditions prevail:
Academic Probation: The student has attempted a
minimum of 12 semester units of work and has a grade-
point-average less than a “C” (2.0).
Progress probation: The student has enrolled in a total of
at least 12 semester units and the percentage of all units
in which a student has enrolled and for which entries of
W (Withdrawal), I (Incomplete), and NP (No Pass) are
recorded reaches or exceeds fty percent (50%).
Units Attempted: “Units Attempted,” for purposes of
determining probation status only, means all units of
credit in the current community college of attendance
in which the student is enrolled.
Students shall be subject to dismissal and subsequently
be dismissed under the conditions set forth within this
section. Dismissal from Los Angeles City College shall
disqualify students from admission to any college in the
Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD).
Academic Dismissal: Students who are on academic
probation shall be subject to dismissal if they have earned
a cumulative grade-point-average of less than 2.0 in all
units attempted in each of three consecutive semesters.
Students who are on academic probation and who earn
a semester grade-point-average of 2.0 or better shall
not be dismissed as long as this minimum semester
grade-point-average is maintained.
Progress Dismissal: Students who are on progress
probation shall be subject to dismissal if the cumulative
percentage of units in which they have been enrolled for
which entries of W (Withdrawal), I (Incomplete), and NP
(No Pass) are recorded in at least three (3) consecutive
semesters reaches or exceeds fty percent (50%).
Students who are on progress probation shall not be
dismissed after a semester in which the percentage of
units in which they have been enrolled for which entries of
W, I and NP are recorded is less than fty percent (50%).
Students who are subject to dismissal may appeal to the Vice
President of Student Services. Dismissal may be postponed
and the student continued on probation if the student shows
signicant improvement in academic achievement but
has not been able to achieve a level that would meet the
requirements for removal from probation.
Students who have been dismissed may request
reinstatement after two (2) semesters have elapsed. They
shall submit a written petition requesting readmission
to the College in compliance with College procedures.
Readmission may be granted, denied, or postponed
subject to fulllment of conditions prescribed by the
College. Students must le a petition to return prior
to the day for new and returning students to register
in person. Refer to the College Calendar in the current
Schedule of Classes for effective dates.
CONDITIONS OF ENROLLMENT IN LACC CLASSES
Unless specically exempted by law, every course for
which State aid is claimed is fully open to any person
who has been admitted to the College and who meets
the appropriate academic prerequisites.
CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT
Concurrent enrollment in more than one section of
the same course during a semester is not permitted,
except for certain Kinesology classes on a limited basis.
Concurrent enrollment in courses which are cross-
referenced to each other is not permitted. Violation of
this regulation will result in exclusion from class and
denial of course credit in both courses.
Enrolling in classes scheduled or conducted during
overlapping times is not permitted. In addition to
exclusion from both classes and denial of credits,
violators will be subject to disciplinary action. (See
“Standards of Student Conduct,” elsewhere in this
catalog.) Students may be permitted to audit a class
under the following conditions:
1.
Payment of a fee of $15 per unit. Fees are not
refundable and they are not covered by a fee waiver.
Students enrolled in classes to receive credit for ten
or more semester units shall not be charged a fee
to audit three or fewer semester units per semester.
This fee structure is subject to change.
2.
Students auditing a course shall not be permitted to
change their enrollment in that course to receive
credit for the course.
3. Priority in class enrollment shall be given to
students wanting to take the course for credit.
4. Permission to enroll in a class on an audit basis is at
the instructor’s discretion.
5. Participation in class activities by student auditors
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will be solely at the discretion of the instructor,
who may provide a written statement of how much
participation is allowed beyond observation.
6. Students must be added as an auditor by the last
day of the term to add classes.
Maximum and minimum unit requirements may apply,
as follows:
The maximum study load is 18 units during a regular
semester, 12 units during Summer Session and 7 units
during a Winter Intersession. The class load for students in
the Fall or Spring semester is from 12-18 units for full-time
students. A college program of 15 units is equal to at least a
50-hour work week. Students who want to take 19 or more
units must obtain approval from a College Counselor.
Those students who will be employed while attending
LACC should consider reducing their programs
accordingly. Los Angeles City College suggests that
those students who are employed full-time should enroll
in no more than one or two classes (nine units maximum
during the Fall or Spring semester; three units maximum
during the Summer Session).
Los Angeles City College denes a “full-time student”
as one who is enrolled in 12 or more graded units. Los
Angeles City College denes a “part-time student” as
one who is enrolled in 6-11 graded units.
DUAL ENROLLMENT
The Dual Enrollment Program is an accelerated program
that allows qualied students to fulll high school
graduation requirements while simultaneously gaining
college or vocational credits toward a certicate, diploma
or college degree. Los Angeles City College offers a
variety of college courses that are conveniently offered at
our local high schools. Students and counselors should
note these classes should be taken by students ready
for college level work. Our goal is to allow high school
students exposure to college level curriculum and prepare
them for post secondary education. Research has shown
us that Dual Enrollment classes can be used effectively to
promote post secondary education and success, expand
rigor and breadth of high school curriculum, and provide
access to challenging, college preparatory curriculum to
students who might otherwise have been shut out of such
curriculum through the traditional high school system.
Classes are open to LACC students who are willing to travel
to the local high school.
Dual Enrollment classes are scheduled through
the LACC administration by request of the high
school principal or college counselor. Applications
are available for high school staff by contacting
Harley Hass at [email protected].
ATTENDANCE
Only students who have been admitted to Los Angeles
City College and are in approved active status may attend
classes. Students should attend every meeting of all
classes for which they register. To avoid being excluded
from class, students should contact the instructor when
they are absent for emergency reasons.
IMPORTANT: Students who are preregistered and miss
the rst class meeting may lose their right to a place
in the class, but the instructor may consider special
circumstances. Whenever students are absent more
hours than the number of hours the class meets per week,
the instructor may exclude them from class. In addition,
the instructor will consider whether there are mitigating
circumstances which may justify the absences. If the
instructor determines that such circumstances do not
exist, the instructor may exclude a student from the class.
To avoid being dropped from class, students should
contact the instructor when they are absent for
emergency reasons. Students are responsible for
ofcially dropping a class that they stop attending.
INSTRUCTOR NOTIFICATION POLICY
Students should notify the instructor regarding
absences by United States mail or by placing a notice in
the “Student to Faculty Box,” located at the Campus Mail
room. Students also may inform the instructor regarding
their absences upon return to the class.
ATTENDANCE DEFINITIONS
“Attendance” means attendance in at least one semester
each calendar year. Los Angeles City College denes
continuous attendance for the California community
colleges as attendance in one semester during the
calendar year before the current semester of enrollment.
(Two semesters need not be consecutive, as long as
they are in the same calendar year.) Attendance means
enrollment and completion of graded academic course
work. (CR, NCR, Inc and W are acceptable.) Summer
is not included in continuous attendance. Reference:
California Code of Regulations, Title 5, Section 40401.
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Academic Freedom
The Faculty shall have academic freedom to seek the
truth and guarantee freedom of learning to the students.
Grades & Grading Policies
Only the symbols in the grading scale given in this
section will be used to grade all courses offered in
fulllment of the requirements for an Associate degree
or certicate. Grades will be averaged based on the
point equivalencies to set a student’s grade-point-
average, using the following evaluative symbols:
The following non-evaluative symbols may be entered
on the student’s record:
Grade symbol
Denition Points
A Excellent 4
B Good 3
C
Satisfactory 2
D
Passing; less than
satisfactory
1
F Failing 0
P
Pass (at least
equivalent to a “C” grade
or better)
NP
Equal to “D” or “F” grade;
units awarded are not
counted in GPA
Incomplete academic work for unforeseeable emergency
and justiable reasons at the end of the term may result in an
“I” symbol being entered in a student record. The condition
for removal of the “I” shall be stated by the instructor in
a written record, which shall contain the conditions for
removal of the “I” and the grade assigned in lieu of its
removal. This record shall be given to the student, with a
copy on le in the College Ofce of Admissions until the “I”
is made up or the time limit has passed. The “I” symbol shall
not be used in calculating units attempted nor for grade
points. The “I” must be made up no later than one year
following the end of the term in which it was assigned. The
student may petition for a time extension due to unusual
circumstances.
Courses in which the student has received an Incomplete
may not be repeated unless the “I” is removed and has
been replaced by a grade. This does not apply to courses
which are repeatable for additional credit. Petitions are
available in the Admissions ofce.
The “IP” symbol shall be used only in those courses which
extend beyond the normal end of an academic term. “IP”
indicates that work is in progress, but that the assignment
of a substantive grade must await its completion. The “IP”
symbol shall remain on the student’s permanent record in
order to satisfy enrollment documentation. The appropriate
evaluative grade and unit credit shall be assigned and
appear on the student’s record for the term in which the
required work of the course is completed. The “IP” shall not
be used in calculating grade-point-averages.
If a student enrolled in an open-entry, open-exit course is
assigned an “IP” at the end of an attendance period and
does not complete the course during the subsequent
attendance period, the appropriate faculty will assign
an evaluative symbol (grade) as specied above to be
recorded on the student’s permanent record for the
course.
The “RD” symbol shall be used when the instructor has
temporarily not submitted the student’s assigned grade.
Students receiving “RD” grades should contact their
instructor immediately.
Withdrawal from a class or classes is authorized from the
4th week (or 30% of the time the class meets) through
the last day of the 12th week of instruction (or 75% of the
time the class is scheduled to meet, whichever is less).
No notation (“W” or other) shall be made on the record
of a student who withdraws during the rst four weeks, or
30% of the time the class is scheduled, whichever is less.
Withdrawal between the end of the 4th week (or 30% of
the time the class is scheduled to meet, whichever is less)
and the last day of the 14th week of instruction (or 75%
of the time the class is scheduled to meet, whichever is
less) shall be authorized after informing the appropriate
faculty. A student who remains in class beyond the
12th week (or 75% of the time the class is scheduled,
whichever is less) shall be given a grade other than a
“W,” except in cases of extenuating circumstances.
After the last day of the 12th week (or 75% of the time
the class is scheduled, whichever is less), the student
may petition to withdraw from class by demonstrating
extenuating circumstances. Students my obtain
a petition in the Admissions Ofce. Extenuating
circumstances are veried cases of accidents, illness, or
other circumstances beyond the control of the student.
Withdrawal after the end of the 12th week (or 75% of the
time the class is scheduled, whichever is less) which has
been authorized in extenuating circumstances shall be
recorded as “W.”
The “W” shall not be used in calculating units attempted
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to the current Schedule of Classes for current information.
Only students who have been admitted to the College
and are in approved active status may add or attend
classes. Registered students who are on a waiting or
standby list must obtain permission from the instructor
to add the class.
During the rst two weeks of the term, available classes
are posted by section number in an area near the Ofce
of Admissions in the Administration building. As with
other LACC classes, the available classes listed at the
Add Center are available to add by telephone.
Students wishing to drop one or more classes must do
so through the Admissions and Records Ofce by ling
a drop card or through the web site.
It is the student’s responsibility to drop from class if he or
she decides not to attend or stops attending. Students
might not be automatically dropped and/or excluded
and will be accountable for any fees due.
The following schedule applies to dropping classes.
Any drops or exclusions that occur before the end of
the 2nd week of the semester will not be noted on the
student records. After the last day of the 12th week of
the semester (or 75% of the time the class is scheduled,
whichever is less) will result in a “W” (“Withdrawal”)
on the student’s record, which will be included in the
determination of progress probation.
Drops are not permitted beyond the end of the 12th
week. A grade (A, B, C, D, F, P, I, or NP) will be assigned
to students who are enrolled past the end of the 12th
week even if they stop attending class, except in cases
of extenuating circumstances. After the last day to
drop students may withdraw from class upon petition
demonstrating extenuating circumstances. Petitions
may be obtained from the Ofce of Admissions.
It is recommended that students consult with a College
Counselor when withdrawing (dropping all classes).
Clearance of the record in courses where equipment
has been issued is required when students separate
from such classes.
CREDIT BY EXAMINATION
Some courses listed in this catalog are eligible for credit
by examination.
1. Methods of obtaining credit by examination.
a. Achievement of a score of three (3) or higher on an
Advanced Placement Examination administered
by the College Entrance Board. Please check with
the appropriate academic department for approval.
b.
Credit by satisfactory completion of an examination
administered by the college in lieu of completion of
a course listed in the Los Angeles City College
Catalog.
Please check with the appropriate
academic department for approval.
c. Achievement of a score that qualies for credit
on an examination administered by other agencies
approved by Los Angeles City College.
Please
check with the appropriate academic
department for approval.
2. Determination of Eligibility to Take College
Administered Examinations. Students who qualify:
a. Must be currently enrolled in at least twelve (12)
units at Los Angeles City College, in good
standing, and with minimum grade point
average of “C” (2.0) in any work attempted at
Los Angeles City College.
b. May petition for credit by examination if they
1) Are eligible to take such course for credit
under existing regulations;
2) Have not completed a course or are not in the
process of taking a course which is more advanced
than the course for which credit is requested.
3. Maximum credit allowable for credit by examination:
The maximum number of credits allowable for credit
by examination for the associate degree shall be fteen
(15). Credit by examination transferred from other
institutions is counted toward this maximum.
4. Limitations:
a. Credits acquired by examination are not
applicable to meeting such unit load
requirements as Veteran or Social Security benets.
b. Recording of Credit: Students who
successfully pass the examination given to
fulll the “credit by examination” option shall
have the course posted on their cumulative
record indicating “Credit” in the grade
column. The number of units of credit
recorded for any course may not exceed
those listed in the College catalog.
5. Acceptance Towards Residence Units for which
credit is given pursuant to the provisions of this
section shall not be counted in determining the
twelve units of credit in residence requirement.
6. Recording of credit:
a. If a student passes the examination, the course
shall be based on his/her cumulative record
indicating “Credit” in the“Grade”column.
b. The number of units of credit recorded for any
course may not exceed those listed in the
Los Angeles City College Catalog.
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Credit For Courses Completed At Non-Accredited
Institution
Students transferring from institutions not accredited
by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges
may, after successful completion of 30 units with a “C”
or better grade-point-average, petition for credit in
courses which parallel the offerings of the College.
The following exceptions for currently enrolled
students may be made to this regulation:
1. Credit for Graduates of Diploma Schools of Nursing.
The following amount of credit is authorized for
graduates of Diploma Schools of Nursing who enter
a Los Angeles Community College District college:
A. Thirty semester units of credit will be awarded to
graduates of Diploma Schools of Nursing under
the following conditions:
i
The student presents a valid, current California
certicate as a licensed registered nurse to the
designated administrative ofcer;
ii The student has completed
at least 12 units of
credit at the College to which application is
made.
B. The work of graduates of Diploma Schools of
Nursing outside California will be recognized
if the student has a valid, current California
license. Credit will be given although the license
was obtained by reciprocity with another state
rather than by examination.
C. Candidates for the Associate of Arts or
Associate of Science Degree are exempt from
Health Education as a general education
requirement. No other general education
requirements will be waived.
D. The transcript is not to reect the major eld nor
should the diploma, where given, indicate
Nursing as a major.
2. Credits for Military Service Training Students who
are currently serving in or have served in the
military service, may, after successful completion
of at least one course at a college in the Los Angeles
Community College District, request an evaluation
of credit earned through military service training
schools and/or military occupational specialties
for a total of six general elective credits.
3. Credits for Law Enforcement Academy Training
Credit for basic recruit academy training
instructional programs in Administration of
Justice or other criminal justice occupations shall
be granted as follows:
A. Credit will be given for training from institutions
which meet the standards of training of the
California Peace Ofcers Standards and Training
Commission.
B. A single block of credit will be given and
identied as academy credit.
C. One unit of credit may be granted for each 50
hours of training, not to exceed 18 semester
units or their equivalent. Credits granted by
an institution of higher education for basic
recruit academy training, under the above
provisions, shall not be identied as equivalent
to any required course in the major.
D. The transcript is not to reect the major eld nor
4. Acceptance Towards Residence Units for which
credit is given pursuant to the provisions of this
section shall not be counted in determining the
twelve units of credit in residence requirement.
5. Recording of Grade Students who successfully
pass the examination given to fulll the “credit by
examination” option shall have the record of such
examination entered on their record as “CRX”
(Credit by Exam), as provided by the LACCD
Grading Symbols and Denitions Policy.
*The exception being foreign languages.
Cancellation Of Classes
The College reserves the right to discontinue any class
with insufcient enrollment.
Classroom Conduct
Instructors are responsible for presenting appropriate
material in courses, and students are responsible
for learning this material. Although it is a student’s
academic performance that is evaluated in determining
grades, student conduct is important in the academic
setting. Enrollment in a class may be terminated due
to unsatisfactory student conduct, undue disrespect
toward an instructor or administrator, or academic
dishonesty. Each student is responsible for maintaining
standards of academic performance established for
each course in which he or she is enrolled.
Student Discipline Procedures
Community college districts are required by law to adopt
standards of student conduct along with applicable
penalties for violation (Education Code Section 66300).
The Los Angeles Community College District has
complied with this requirement by adopting Board Rules
9803 and 9804-9806, Standards of Student Conduct .
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Student conduct must conform to LACCD and Los Angeles
City College rules and regulations. Violations of such rules
and regulations will subject students to disciplinary action.
Such violations, include, but are not limited to, the following:
BOARD RULE 9803.10
Willful disobedience to directions of College ofcials
acting in the performance of their duties.
BOARD RULE 9803.11
Violation of College rules and regulations including
those concerning student organizations, the use of
College facilities, or the time, place, and manner of
public expression or distribution of materials.
BOARD RULE 9803.12
Dishonesty, such as cheating, or knowingly furnishing
false information to the College.
BOARD RULE 9803.13
Unauthorized entry to or use of the College facilities.
BOARD RULE 9803.14
Forgery, alteration, or misuse of College documents,
records, or identication.
BOARD RULE 9803.15
Obstruction or disruption of classes, administration,
disciplinary procedures, or authorized College activities.
BOARD RULE 9803.16
Theft of or Damage to Property. Theft of or damage to
property belonging to the College, a member of the
College community, or a campus visitor.
BOARD RULE 9803.17
Interference with Peace of College. The malicious or
willful disturbance of the peace or quiet of any of the
Los Angeles Community Colleges by loud or unusual
noise of any threat, challenge to ght, or violation of any
rules of conduct as set forth in the LACCD Board Rule
regarding “Conduct on Campus.” Any person whose
conduct violates this section shall be considered to have
interfered with the peaceful conduct of the activities of
the College where such acts are committed.
BOARD RULE 9803.18
Assault or Battery. Assault or battery, abuse or any
threat of force or violence directed toward any member
of the college community or campus visitor engaged in
authorized activities.
BOARD RULE 9803.19
Alcohol and Drugs. Any possession of controlled substances
which would constitute a violation of Health and Safety
Code section 11350 or Business and Professions Code
section 4230, any controlled substances the possession
of which are prohibited by the same, or any possession or
use of alcoholic beverages while on any property owned
or used by the District or colleges of the District or while
participating in any District or college-sponsored function
or eld trip. “Controlled substances,” as used in this
section, include but are not limited to the following drugs
and narcotics: Opiates, opium, and opium derivatives;
mescaline; hallucinogenic substances; peyote, marijuana;
stimulants, depressants, cocaine.
BOARD RULE 9803.20
Lethal Weapons. Possession, while on a college campus
or at a college- sponsored function, of any object that
might be used as a lethal weapon is forbidden all
persons except sworn peace ofcers, police ofcers,
and other government employees charged with
policing responsibilities.
BOARD RULE 9803.21
Discriminatory Behavior. Behavior while on a college
campus or at a college-sponsored function, inconsistent
with the District’s nondiscrimination policy, which
requires that all programs and activities of the Los
Angeles Community College District be operated in a
manner which is free of discrimination on the basis of
race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed,
sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age,
handicap, or veterans status.
BOARD RULE 9803.22
Unlawful Assembly. Any assemblage of two or more
persons to (1) do an unlawful act, or (2) do a lawful act in
a violent, boisterous, or tumultuous manner.
BOARD RULE 9803.23
Conspiring to Perform Illegal Acts. Any agreement
between two or more persons to perform illegal acts.
BOARD RULE 9803.24
Threatening Behavior. A direct or implied expression
of intent to inict physical or mental/emotional harm
and/or actions, such as stalking, which a reasonable
person would perceive as a threat to personal safety or
property. Threats may include verbal statements, written
statements, telephone threats, or physical threats.
BOARD RULE 9803.25
Disorderly Conduct. Conduct which may be considered
disorderly includes: lewd or indecent attire or behavior
that disrupts classes or college activities; breach of the
peace of the college; aiding or inciting another person
to breach the peace of the college premises or functions.
BOARD RULE 9803.26
Theft or Abuse of Computer Resources. Theft or
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abuse of computer resources including but not limited
to: (a) Unauthorized entry into a le to use, read, or
change the contents, or for any other purpose. (b)
Unauthorized transfer of a le. (c) Unauthorized use of
another individual’s identication and password. (d)
Use of computing facilities to interfere with the work
of a student, faculty member, or college ofcial, or to
alter college or district records. (e) Use of unlicensed
software. (f) Unauthorized copying of software. (g) Use
of computing facilities to access, send or engage in
messages which are obscene, threatening, defamatory,
present a clear and present danger, violate a lawful
regulation and/or substantially disrupt the orderly
operation of a college campus. (h) Use of computing
facilities to interfere with the regular operation of the
college or district computing system.
BOARD RULE 2803.27
Performance of an Illegal Act. Conduct while present
on a college campus or at a location operated and/
or controlled by the District or at a District- sponsored
event, which is prohibited by local, State, or federal law.
Board Rule 9803.28
Violations of Academic Integrity include, but are not
limited to, the following sections: cheating on an exam,
plagiarism, working together on an assignment, paper
project when the instructor has specically stated
students should not do so, submitting the same term
paper to more than one instructor, or allowing another
individual to assume one’s identity for the purpose of
enhancing one’s grade.
BOARD RULE 9804
Interference with Classes. Every person who, by physical
force, willfully obstructs or attempts to obstructs, or
attempts to obstruct, any student or teacher seeking
to attend or instruct classes at any of the campuses or
facilities owned, controlled, or administered by the Board
of Trustees of the Los Angeles Community College District,
is punishable by a ne not exceeding ve hundred dollars
($500) or imprisonment in a county jail not to exceed one
(1) year, or by both such ne and imprisonment. As used
in this section, “physical force” includes, but is not limited
to, use of one’s person, individually or in or concert with
others, to impede access to or movement within which the
premises are devoted.
BOARD RULE 9805
Interference with Performance of Duties by Employees.
Action to cause or attempt to cause, any employee of
the Los Angeles Community Colleges to do or refrain
from doing, any act in the performance of his/her duties
by means of a threat to inict any injury upon any person
or property, is guilty of a public offense.
BOARD RULE 9805.10
Assault or abuse of an Instructor. Assault or abuse of
any instructor employed by the District in the presence
or hearing of a community college student or in the
presence of other community college personnel or
students and at a place which is on District premises or
public sidewalks, streets, or other public ways adjacent
to school premises, or at some other place where the
instructor is required to be in connection with assigned
college activities.
BOARD RULE 9806
Unsafe Conduct. Conduct which poses a threat of harm
to the with a Health Services Program (e.g., Nursing,
Dental Hygiene, etc.); failure to follow safety direction
of District and/or college staff; willful disregard to safety
rules as adopted by the District and/or college; negligent
behavior which creates an unsafe environment.
Unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material,
including unauthorized peer-to-peer le sharing, may
subject students to civil and criminal liability. Civil
liability for copyright infringement may include payment
of monetary damages to the copyright owner. Criminal
penalties for copyright infringement may include nes
up to $250,000 and imprisonment up to ten years.
Students who violate the District’s computing facilities
usage policy (LACCD Administrative Regulation B-28)
may also be subject to college disciplinary action,
including, but not limited to, suspension or expulsion.
Board Rule 7401: Damage Or Loss Of Property
Neither the Board of Trustees nor the Los Angeles
Community College District shall be responsible for
damage to or loss of vehicles or loss of contents thereof
from any cause whatever except in those instances in
which the District would be liable under Government
Code including, but not limited to, Government Code
810 to 996.6, inclusive.
Board Rule 7402: Injury
Neither the Board of Trustees nor the District shall be
responsible for any injury to persons arising out of or
in connection with the presence of or operations of
vehicles on District property except in those instances in
which the District would be liable under the Government
Code including, but not limited to, Government Code
810 to 996.6, inclusive.
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Associate Degree Philosophy
The completion of the associate degree is the culmination
of a student’s successful completion of learning experiences
designed to develop certain capabilities and insights. Among
these are the ability to think critically and to communicate
clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; to use
mathematics; to understand the modes of inquiry of the
major disciplines; to be aware of other cultures and times;
to achieve insights gained through experience in thinking
about ethical problems; and to develop the capacity for self-
understanding. In addition to these accomplishments, the
student should possess sufcient depth in a eld of knowledge
to contribute to lifetime academic and career pursuits. Central
to all associate degree programs at LACC, general education
prepares students to be successful in a dynamic, complex, and
multi-cultural world.
Graduates with an associate degree will demonstrate
competence in ve areas of learning:
Broad & Integrative Knowledge. Graduates will be able
to consolidate broad knowledge across multiple areas of
learning from the arts and humanities, natural sciences,
mathematics, and social sciences and to discover and
explore concepts and questions that bridge these elds.
Intellectual Skills. Graduates will exhibit the skills of
aesthetic awareness, communication competency,
critical & creative thinking, information competency and
quantitative competency.
Global Learning & Social Responsibility. Graduates will
demonstrate civic engagement, diverse perspectives
and ethical reasoning.
Lifelong & Applied Learning. Graduates will be able to
apply their knowledge to address unscripted problems
in scholarly inquiry, at work and in other non-academic
settings.
Specialized Knowledge. Graduates will exhibit the
prociencies identied in the program student learning
outcomes (PSLOs) with respect to their major eld of
study.
Associate Degree Graduation Requirements
The Board of Governors of the California Community
Colleges has authorized the Los Angeles Community
College District Board of Trustees to confer the degrees
of Associate in Arts and Associate in Science.
The awarding of an Associate Degree symbolizes a
successful attempt on the part of the college to lead
students through patterns of learning experiences
designed to develop certain capabilities and insights.
Among these are the ability to think and to communicate
clearly and effectively both orally and in writing, to use
mathematics, to understand the modes of inquiry of
the major disciplines, to be aware of other cultures and
times, to achieve insights gained through experience
in thinking about ethical problems, and to develop
the capacity of self-understanding. In addition of these
accomplishments, the student should possess sufcient
depth in some eld of knowledge to contribute to
lifetime interest.
1. Unit Requirement – A minimum of 60 semester units
of course credit in a selected curriculum with at least 18
semester units of study in a major or area of emphasis
and at least 18 semester units of study in general
education. One credit hour of community college
work is approximately three hours of recitation, study,
or laboratory work per week throughout a term of 16
weeks.
2. Scholarship Requirement – A 2.0 GPA or better in all
work attempted in the curriculum upon which the
degree is based. Effective for all students admitted
for the Fall 2009 term or any term thereafter, each
course counted toward the major requirements must
be completed with a grade of “C” or better or a “P” if
the course is taken on a “pass-no pass” basis.
3. Competency Requirement – Students must demonstrate
competence in reading, written expression, and
mathematics. The following courses and examinations
are approved to meet the competency requirement
for the Associate Degree as dened in Board Rule
6201.12.
Effective for students entering prior to Fall 2009
semester:
A. The competency requirement in reading and written
expression may be met by:
A1. Completion of a course in intermediate
composition with a grade of “C” or better: English
28.
B. The competency requirement in mathematics may
be met by:
B1. Completion of Math 115; or 113 and 114; or a
higher mathematics course with a grade of “C” or
better, or;
B2. Achieving a satisfactory score on the District
Mathematics Competency Examination given by
the Mathematics department.
Effective for all students admitted on or after the Fall
2009 semester:
A. The competency requirement in reading and written
expression may be met by:
A1. Completion of a course in college reading and
composition with a grade of “C” or better: English
101
B.
The competency requirement in mathematics may be
met by:
B1. Completion of Math 125; or 124A and 124B; or
a higher mathematics course with a grade of “C”
or better, or;
B2. Achieving a satisfactory score on the District
Mathematics Competency Examination given by
the Mathematics Department.
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4. Residence Requirement – as dened in Board Rule
6201.13
A. Students must complete no fewer than 12
units at the college conferring the degree.
B. When the same major is offered at multiple
colleges in the LACCD, the degree shall be
conferred by the college where the student
has taken the majority (greater than 50.0%)
of units in the major.
C.
Exceptions to residence requirements for
the
associate degree may be made by the governing
board when it determines that an injustice or
undue hardship would be placed on the student.
5. Major requirements: A minimum of eighteen (18)
semester units of study taken in a single discipline or
related disciplines.
6. General requirements:
Successful completion of a
minimum of twenty-one (21) semester units in Gen
-
eral Education which shall include not less than the
minimum number of units indicated.
Course Equivalency
Advanced Placement (AP),International Baccalaureate
(IB), and College-Level External Examinations CLEP, for
purposes to meet General Education and graduation
competency requirements for the Associates Degree, please
refer to the LACCD AP, IB, and/or the CLEP credit chart.
Double-Counting Of Coursework
A course may only be counted once for General Education
purposes. However, a course may be used to simultaneously
satisfy both a General Education requirement and a major/
area of emphasis requirement.
There is no limit on the number of courses that may be
used simultaneously in this manner. Students may also
simultaneously apply the same course toward satisfaction
of the LACCD General Education Plan, the CSU GE Breadth
Certication requirements and the Intersegmental General
Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) requirements.
Second And Concurrent Associates Degree
Requirements
Additional Associate Degrees
Students who have previously earned an associate degree
from a United States regionally accredited institution will
be granted an additional associate degree when the
following requirements have been met:
1. Pursuant to catalog rights, described in Board Rule
6202, completion of all current degree requirements
– i.e., scholarship, residency, competency, general
education and major requirements.
2. Completion of a minimum of six (6) new units in
a major. Major course requirements completed in
previous degrees awarded can be used again for
additional degrees.
3. All courses that count towards the associate degree
major or area of emphasis must be satisfactorily
completed with a grade of “C” or higher or “P” (pass).
4. There is no limit to the number of additional associate
degrees that can be awarded provided that all the
above requirements have been met.
5. Completion of any additional requirements, including
new units, as determined by the college through
collegial consultation with the college Academic
Senate in accordance with the provisions of Chapter
XVII of the Board Rules – Academic Senate and the
Board of Trustees Shared Governance Policy
Concurrent degrees
Concurrent degrees are degrees awarded in the same
semester.
Students may petition and be awarded concurrent
associate degrees in different majors if the following
criteria are met:
1.
Pursuant to catalog rights, described in Board Rule 6202,
completion of all current degree requirements:
scholarship, residency, competency, general education
and major requirements.
2. There is no maximum number of concurrent degrees
that a student may be awarded.
3. If a course is a major requirement for each concurrent
degree, it may be applied toward satisfaction of each
major degree requirement.
4. Completion of the General Education requirements
for one associate degree will fulll the general education
requirements for concurrent degrees, if the same general
education pattern applies to the additional degree.
If each degree requires the completion of different
general education patterns, the general education
pattern of each degree must be fullled. Courses may
be applied toward the general education requirements
for each concurrent degree.
5. All courses that count towards the associate degree
major or area of emphasis must be satisfactorily
completed with a grade of “C” or higher or “P” (pass).
6. The LACCD does not offer double majors.
CONTINOUS ATTENDANCE
“Continuous attendance” means no more than one
semester absence within a school year, excluding
Summer Sessions and Winter Intersession.
Students granted a “military withdrawal” under the
provisions of Board Rule 6701.10, will be considered to
be in “continuous attendance” for their required period
of military service.
Graduation Petitions for Degree
Students who are eligible for graduation from Los
Angeles City College must le a Graduation Petition
during the semester when they anticipate graduating.
JUNE GRADUATES: Students petitioning for June
graduation should le during the rst eight weeks of the
Spring semester.
DECEMBER GRADUATES: Students petitioning for
December graduation should le during the rst eight
weeks of the Fall semester.
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GRADUATION WITH HONORS
Students who qualify may graduate with honors from
Los Angeles City College. There are three categories
under which such students may graduate:
1. Summa Cum Laude is granted to students who have
maintained a 3.9+ grade point average in all work
taken at Los Angeles City College.
2. Magna Cum Laude is granted to students who have
maintained a 3.7+ grade point average in all work
taken at Los Angeles City College.
3. Cum Laude is granted to students who have
maintained a 3.5+ grade point average in all work
taken at Los Angeles City College.
Certicate Of Achievement Requirements
A “Certicate of Achievement” is issued in State
approved programs designed for students who
are looking for instruction with a high degree of
specialization. Certicate programs vary in length,
but must have 18 or more semester units, and may be
pursued on a full-time or part-time basis. Career and
Technical Career Education (CTE) certicate programs
are usually one-year educational programs that offer
courses needed to prepare students for immediate
employment. A Certicate program is specic, and no
course substitution will be permitted unless approved
by the department. A grade of “C” or better is required
in each course required for the major.
A “Skill Certicate” is issued by the department offering
the certicate for programs requiring 17 semester
units or less. Skill Certicates are designed for those
students who have limited time, or who wish to limit
their commitment to a particular eld of study. Students
may seek increased job-related specialization, job
advancement, or preparation for new employment.
Courses that make up a Skill Certicate may apply
toward a Certicate Program or Associate Degree.
A grade of “C” or better is required in each course
required for the major. Always consult a counselor for
verication.
NOTE: Departments offering skills certicates are
responsible for their issuance.
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ADMISSIONS & RECORDS
Student Services Building
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2104
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/citymain/admissions.html
ASSESSMENT
Student Services Building
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2264
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/services/matriculation/
The Assessment Center provides English, English as a Native
Language (ESL) and math assessments for placement in an
appropriate courses based on students’ skill levels.
ASSOCIATED STUDENT GOVERNMENT (ASG)
Student Union (323) 953-4000 ext. 2475
http://aso.lacitycollege.edu/
The LACC Associated Student Government (ASG)
is the ofcially designated student organization that
represents students’ needs and concerns.The ASG is a
signicant component of LACC’s shared governance
process. The governing body of the ASG is the Student
Senate, composed of ofcers elected annually by the
student body at large, following requirements of LACCD
Administrative Regulation S-9.
LACC students are encouraged to join the ASG by paying
the ASG fee of $7.00 per semester. The membership
benets include participation in student government,
preferred parking, book grants (limited number to
qualied applicants), free copier services (weekly limit),
free scantrons and bluebooks (weekly limit), discounted
local faxing, free admission to ASG supported cultural
and social events, discount tickets to theaters and local
amusement parks, and much more.
The ASG represents students on college, district and
state-wide issues. It provides students with leadership
opportunities through involvement on the Student Senate
and Club Council, and by appointment to various LACC,
ASG, regional and state committees. It provides funding
support for a variety of campus activities including Dean’s
Honor Ceremony, Commencement, Welcome Days, Health
Fair, English Writing Contest, Forensics Team, Latino
Heritage Festival, Foreign Language Day, African-American
History Month, blood drives, social events, speakers, and
other events. Student clubs provide a rich and exciting
multi-cultural dimension to college life. Any ASG member
can start a club— it just takes eight ASG members who
share an interest and a faculty advisor—to be chartered
by the ASG. Information on joining or starting a club is
available in the Ofce of Student Life. All student clubs
must be chartered by the ASO in order to be recognized
and ofcially function on campus.
The Student Senate is composed of the elected, or
appointed, student leaders. It meets regularly, with agendas
posted in advance in accordance with the Brown Act. It
is composed of the President, Executive Vice President,
Vice President of Finance, Vice President of Clubs, and 9
Senators. The Associate Dean of Student Life serves as
the advisor. Qualications to hold student government
ofce, as stated in S-9, include maintaining a minimum unit
enrollment and GPA, as well as limits to the number of units
completed and semesters holding ofce.
More information on student government, joining and/
or starting a club, holding an activity, eligibility for
ofce, and the many benets offered, is available in the
Ofce of Student Life in the Student Union, or by
calling (323) 953-4000 extension 2450. All students are
encouraged to get involved and get more out of college.
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Student Trustee
One student is elected, from all nine colleges within the
LACCD, to represent all of the District’s students on the
Board of Trustees. The Student Trustee sits on the Board,
attends meetings, and has an advisory vote. There is an
annual election, held in conjunction with the Associated
Student Organization election, whereby each student in
the District has an opportunity to cast a vote to select
the Trustee. LACCD Board rule 2100 details the process
for selection and the qualications for candidacy and
insures an equal opportunity for any student from any
LACCD campus to seek the position of Student Trustee.
In accordance with existing law, candidates for Student
Trustee must:
1. Be currently enrolled at an LACCD college.
2. Be enrolled in a minimum of ve (5) units.
3. Maintain enrollment in a minimum of ve (5) units
through the one- year term of ofce.
4. Have completed a minimum of 12 units and no more
than 80 transferable units.
5. Have and maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.
BOOKSTORE
Student Union Bldg (323) 953-4000 ext. 2140
www.laccbookstore.com
Regular Business Hours
Mon - Thur, 7:30am to 7:00 pm
Friday 7:30 am to 3:00pm
CLOSED Saturday and Sundays
The Los Angeles City College Bookstore (aka: Cub
Store) offers a wide variety of textbooks, supplies
and materials that assist LACC students in reaching
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their full educational potential. The Cub Store obtains
information from faculty for needed textbooks and
material and provides these items for purchase by LACC
students and the LACC community. In addition, there
is the opportunity for the students to sell authorized
textbooks back to the bookstore during the last week of
each major term and other posted dates.
—Please see www.laccbookstore.com or cashiers for
refund policy and more information—
Refunds
Cash register receipt MUST accompany all refunds and
exchanges
— NO EXCEPTIONS. (please see bookstore refund
policy for more information www.laccbookstore.com)
TEXTBOOKS
Required textbooks are arranged alphabetically
by subject within their respective departments and
numerically by course number. The instructors name,
ISBN, and price will be listed under the book. Used
books, if available are on the shelves with the new
books. They are clearly marked USED. You should not
purchase textbooks until you are ofcially enrolled.
Full refunds on textbooks will be allowed during the
rst 10 school days of the Fall and Spring Semesters
and the rst 5 days of the Summer, Winter and short-
term classes (5 weeks or longer). [see requirements
below]. Refunds for books purchased for 8-day courses
or courses shorter than 5 weeks will only be allowed
during the rst day of class.
Refunds for textbooks purchased after the rst 10 school
days of the Fall and Spring semesters and the rst 5
days of the Summer, Winter or short-term classes MUST
be made within 24 hours of purchase and will only be
allowed if the book is incorrect or defective.
NO Refunds on textbooks purchased during nal exam
period (i.e. last ten days) of any semester or session.
New Books
Must be returned in same condition as when purchased,
free of markings, underlining, soil marks or erasures,
bends or folds or obvious signs of use. Otherwise,
the book will be classied as “ USED” and refundable
at a maximum of 50% of the purchase price. Final
determination will be made by Bookstore Management.
Water damaged books will not be accepted.
Computer Software and Textbook Bundle
with Software
May not be refunded if the package is open.
This includes textbooks with software if the
shrink-wrap has been opened.
Special Orders: Not eligible for refund.
Shrinkwrapped Textbooks
Packages may be refunded if all items in the bundle are in
new, sellable condition (to be determined by Bookstore
staff). A $5.00 restocking fee will be charged. Packages
that include cd’s, computer disks, or supplemental
booklets etc. must be returned in original, UNOPENED
packaging for a refund. Otherwise, they do not qualify
for a refund.
SUPPLIES
Clothing and non-textbook items are refundable only
if they are in their original package, in new sellable
condition, unworn, accompanied by the original sales
receipt and returned within 24 hours of purchase.
Dictionaries, reference books, dental tools, dissecting
kits, compact disks, calculators and related items are
NOT returnable. Lab goggles, lab smocks and socks
are NOT returnable as governed by the California State
Health Laws.
PURCHASING
CHECK PURCHASING POLICY
Current LACC (or other LACCD campus) Student
Registration Fee Receipt and Valid California I.D. or
Drivers License (addreseses must match and PO Boxes
are not accepted) are REQUIRED to pay by check.
No temporary, third party or out of state, money orders
or checks accepted. Checks must be imprinted with
correct name and address and written for the amount
of purchase only. No postdated checks are accepted.
Customer must have valid California Drivers License
or ID and original/current registration printout(from
business ofce) Check writing privileges may be
permanently denied after one returned check.
There is a 30-day waiting period for a cash refund on
merchandise purchased by check. Merchandise must
be returned by return deadline to qualify. A credit slip
will be issued and a return date given to pick up refund
(30 days from date of purchase).If upon return the check
has cleared the district bank (tangible proof required)
or the canceled check is presented (both sides) cash will
be refunded at time of return.
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NOTE- AFTER JULY 1, 2006 IF YOU MAKE A PURCHASE
WITH A CHECK, your student id number will be written
on your check. if you do not wish to have your student
id number appear on your check, you must use an
alternate form of payment!
CREDIT CARD ACCEPTANCE POLICY
Credit cards are only accepted with valid California
Drivers License ID that match the name on the card and
the card holder must be present (name must match
card holders name). The following cards are accepted:
MasterCard, VISA, Discover, and American Express.
NO CASH REFUNDS
Refunds will be issued on a credit card purchase.
Merchandise must be returned by return deadline to
qualify. A credit will be issued and forwarded to the
credit agency and a copy given to the customer.
Please note: refunds are sent to our bank each night…
your bank may take up to 3 weeks to credit your account.
CASH PURCHASING POLICY
Merchandise must be returned by return deadline to
qualify. Cash refunds will be issued at time of return if all
other refund policy qualications are met.
BOOK BUYBACK
Books may be sold back to the Bookstore at the end
of each semester (during nals) and/or during the rst
week of each semester.
The Bookstore will make an effort to Buy Back as many texts
as possible from LACC students. It is not an obligation on
the part of the Bookstore, but a special service we perform
to help keep the cost of books affordable.
How books qualify for buyback– for a book to be
bought back by the LACC Bookstore, all of the following
conditions must be met. Qualifying books will then be
purchased at a maximum of 50% of the purchase price.
Check LACC Website and/or posted signs for dates and
times.
1. A signed adoption by the department.
2. Needed for the LACC Bookstore inventory for the next
semester.
3. The book is in the correct edition, volume, etc. and
in good condition (limited writing and underlining
are permissible in most texts). No water damaged
books will be accepted.
The LACC Bookstore will not buy back workbooks, study
guides, syllabi or supplementary related materials.
Final determination of the condition and resale value of
a textbook shall be made by Bookstore Management
Textbooks not bought back by the Bookstore may be
purchased by the company conducting the buyback, at
a lesser price, subject to that companies buying policy.
The Bookstore regrets it cannot buy back all books.
BUSINESS OFFICE
Student Services Building
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2172
The College Business Ofce handles all college fund
collections, club accounts, and Associated Student
Organization funds in accordance with LACCD Board
rules and is subject to audit.
COLLEGE READINESS ACADEMY/GED-HiSET Prep
CRA assists students to strengthen their English and/
or math foundations. The academy provides basic skills
English and Math courses designed to help students
prepare for the GED, College Entrance Exam, and Basic
Skills assessments. In addition to providing courses,
support services are available to all student. Some of the
services include free class materials, book loans, tutors,
computer literacy, and job training.
For information and Counseling contact (323) 953-4000
X 2236 and 2231 location EWD Building
CAL WORKS
Student Services Building
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2599 or ext. 2586
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/services/calworks2/index.
html
CalWORKs Program assists student-parents who are
receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
to realize their Dreams, Achieve their educational goals
and Succeed in leading families to self-sufciency and
independence (DAS). Student-parents of the CalWORKs
Program receive the benet of education, workforce training,
one-on-one counseling and specialized case management.
The CalWORKs ofce completes county documents
which includes GN 6005/06 forms, employment/child
care verications; progress reports; and assist with other
county paperwork or issues regarding GAIN participation.
In addition, CalWORKs students are eligible for priority
registration, books and supplies, childcare and tutoring
at no cost. Furthermore, CalWORKs offers work study
placement on and off campus in the students related eld.
Monies earned does not affect any assistance provided
by the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS). Each
semester, job readiness services are available for students
via monthly workshops and/or one–on-one sessions.
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CAMPUS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2220
The Campus Child Development Center offers a
preschool program for children 3 to 5 years of age and
an evening program for school age children. The Center
provides a developmentally appropriate curriculum
that responds to the individual needs of the children,
incorporating the learning domains of social, physical,
cultural, cognitive and emotional growth. Enrollment
is available for the children of LACC student/parents
to assist them in completing their educational goals.
Priority is given to low-income families. Applications
for enrollment are available at the Campus Child
Development Center. Applicants are encouraged to
apply early because enrollment is limited. A fee may
be charged, based upon the family size and income.
Many families qualify for the grant program and receive
subsidized child care.
CAREER & JOB DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Student Services Building
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2210
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/services/career/index.
html
The Career and Job Development Center provides
students with career assessment (testing), career
counseling, and information on career choices. The
Center offers vocational testing to identify interests,
abilities, personality type, and work values related to
career options. In addition, there is a career resource
library and internet accessible computers with software
programs (i.e. EUREKA) to assist in the career exploration
process. The Career Center offers workshops, resume
assistance and has information on internships. Services
are provided by appointment and on a walk-in basis
when available.
COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Los Angeles Community College District Ofce
(213) 891-2000 extension 2315
Los Angeles City College prohibits discrimination based
on sex (including sexual harassment, sexual orientation),
race, color, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, religion,
creed, marital status, disability, medical condition
(cancer related), age (40 & above) and/or veteran status.
This is in accordance with applicable federal and State
law and District College policy. The policy applies to
admission, access and treatment in College programs
and activities for all full-time and part-time students.
Sexual harassment is one form of discrimination. It is
generally dened as unwelcome sexual advances and/
or requests for sexual favors by a male or female. Sexual
harassment is physical, verbal, or visual behavior that
is sexual in nature, repeated, and interferes with your
ability to study or work.
It is conduct that has created a hostile or intimidating
environment.
The role of the Compliance Ofcer is to implement
policies and procedures that follow Federal and State
laws on discrimination and sexual harassment, oversee
compliance, investigate and recommend resolutions to
discrimination and/or sexual harassment complaints,
serve as a resource on relevant issues and promote
diversity. Students who feel that they have been
discriminated against or sexually harassed or who
wish to discuss incidents of discrimination or sexual
harassment may contact and/or le a complaint with the
Compliance Ofce.
Copies of the Discrimination and Sexual Harassment
Policy and relevant compliant forms may be obtained
upon request from the Compliance Ofce or online.
CONTRACT EDUCATION
Cesar Chavez Administration Building 208 • (323) 953-
4000 ext. 2062
(Academic Affairs) ext. 2595 (Workforce Education)
Contract Education is designed to enhance the
economic development of the State of California. All
courses and programs are taught by qualied faculty
and meet the same standards of academic rigor as does
the traditional, campus-based program. For additional
information, contact the Ofce of Economic & Workforce
Development in Academic Affairs.
Through its Contract Education program, LACC
provides credit courses and complete lower division
transfer programs as well as not-for-credit workshops
and customized seminars, for business, industry, and
government agencies. The course offerings may be
provided on company or agency premises or on
campus. Contract Education course work is paid for by
the contracting company or agency.
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COMMUNITY SERVICES
EWD Building
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2650
www.lacitycollege.edu/comsvcs/
Hours: Monday-Friday 12:00pm-7:00pm and Saturday
8:00am-3:00pm
The Los Angeles City College Community Services
Program provides a full range of not-for-credit classes
and programs designed to meet the educational, social,
recreational, cultural, and civic needs of residents in the
college community. Fee and grant funds are received
for programs to make them self-supporting.
Educational programs offer the community an opportunity
to explore a variety of personal interest areas of
learning and to update individual knowledge and skills.
Moreover, recreational, cultural, and social programs offer
opportunities for community residents to participate in
such activities as not- for-credit, short-term programs in
dance, martial arts, physical tness, gymnastics, and sports
as well as a variety of self- directed activities.
COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
Student Services Building
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2250
www.lacitycollege.edu/services/counsel/index.html
Academic counseling services are available for all
students in the Counseling Department. Students are
encouraged to make an appointment to consult with
a college counselor. If students need to review their
records, appointments should be made in person
several days in advance.
No appointments are available the rst week of the
semester. Walk-in counselors are available to answer
quick questions or to provide emergency help for
students.
The services available include counseling and
guidance on educational, career, and personal goals
as well as problems that may interfere with a successful
adjustment to college life. The experienced and
professionally trained counseling faculty works with
students concerning transfer, educational goals, career
planning, choice of college or universities, and other
decisions involving a direction in life. Counselors also
help students select and plan their academic majors,
explore future college or other educational choices,
and develop specic plans to meet their transfer and
graduation goals. Students should consult with a college
counselor as soon as possible to make these plans.
Counselors will work with students who feel the need
for greater self-understanding, who need to know more
clearly what their abilities and interests are, and where
these abilities and interests may lead.
Personal Development courses offered through the
department have been structured to prepare and help
students complete their college education in a timely
manner. The courses are highly recommended for new
and returning students.
ENGLISH LITERACY & CITIZENSHIP CENTER
The LACC English Literacy Program and Citizenship
Center are part of the Noncredit Success Academies in
Academic Affairs. The English Literacy Program provides
eligible students with instruction in non- credit English
as a Second Language (ESL), Vocational ESL, Basic
Skills, and Tutoring Services, while the Citizenship
Center is focused on providing students with all services
necessary for completing the citizenship test preparation
and application process. FREE Classes and Workshops-
are open entry/open exit.
Citizenship Requirements:
Lawful permanent resident for at least 5 years
-OR- Lawful permanent resident for at least 3 years and
married to a US citizen for those 3 years
-OR- Lawful resident child of a citizen parent.
FREE Naturalization Services Include:
N-400 referrals, Document Duplication and Translations,
USCIS Study materials, a certicate of completion to be
presented to USCIS on the day of the interview, and
CASAS practice interview test.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION: (323) 953-4000 EXT. 2235
and 2231 EWD 100 (near Music Building)
OFFICE HOURS:
8:00 am to 7:00 pm, Mon-Thurs
8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Friday
9:00 am to 12:00 pm, Saturday
EXTENDED OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS & SERVICES
(EOP&S)
Student Services Building • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2300 &
2301, http://eops.lacitycollege.edu/
A state-funded program for nontraditional students who
are affected by educational and economic barriers. The
program motives students in reaching their career and
educational goals by providing support services and
encouragement. EOP&S provides the following services:
intensive academic, career and personal counseling,
individualized tutoring, priority registration, transfer
assistance, educational workshops, and book vouchers.
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CARE
The CARE Program is a supplement program withis
EOP&S that provides additional support services for
single parents receiving TANF/CalWORKs subsidies.
CARE students are eligible for all EOP&S services
plus childcare referrals, meal tickets, parking permits,
auto gas card (if funding permits), parenting and job
preparation seminars. CARE offers personal and
professional support while assisting participants to
meet their educational goals.
EXTRA & CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
In addition to the regular academic offerings of the
College, various departments make noteworthy
contributions to the cultural life of LACC students and its
community. Listed below are College-authorized “extra-
curricular” (outside or supplemental to course work)
activities available to LACC students.
The Art Department presents exhibitions of interest to
the diverse community served by the College. The gallery
in DaVinci Hall features drawing, painting, graphics,
photography, sculpture, and ceramics by artists of local
and international reputation, as well as offering a rst-time
gallery exhibition experience to students.
Forums, guest speakers, and art demonstrations are
presented throughout the year and are open to the
general student body. Student work is prominently
displayed in the rst and second oor cases in DaVinci
Hall.
The Annual Art Competition and subsequent
scholarships reward outstanding department students
with cash awards based on submitted portfolios.
The Citadel is the creative arts and literary journal
of Los Angeles City College, presented through the
English department. The Citadel publishes works of
art, photography, ction, novels-in-progress, essays,
manifestos, and poetry by LACC students. The Citadel
publishes work that reects the socio-cultural changes
taking place on campus, in the city, as well as in the world.
The Citadel addresses issues that reect changes due
to America’s growing diversity; reviews and illuminates
LACC’s understanding, respect, and eager embrace of
the many cultural aspects of its students from around
the world.
The Music Department presents noontime concerts
twice weekly during the academic year. The concerts
feature outstanding student soloists, ensembles, and
guest artists. The department also presents several
evening concerts, given by the musical organizations of
the department. The concert experiences are designed to
keep students informed about current developments in
various phases of the music profession.
The Theater Arts department and the Theater Arts
Academy present several plays each semester utilizing
up to three Theaters located on campus: the Camino,
the Caminito, and the Cameo. In existence since 1929,
the department has built a reputation for excellence
that is nationally recognized. Scores of its graduates
have been invited to Washington, D.C. as part of the
Kennedy Center/American College Theater Festival.
In 1965 the department was designated by the
Community College Board of Trustees as the
professional theater training school for the Los Angeles
Community College District. It is the largest, most
comprehensive professional theater training institution
in the West.
As with extra-curricular activities, various departments
make noteworthy contributions to Los Angeles City
College students and its community through their
“co-curricular” (related to course work) activities. Listed
below are College-authorized co-curricular activities
available to LACC students.
The “Collegian” is the ofcial student newspaper
for Los Angeles City College. It is published twice a
month during the academic year. Its purposes are
to disseminate information of interest to the college
students, faculty, staff and administrators and to offer
a means for practical application of the journalistic
principles and techniques taught through the Media
Arts department.
The “Collegian” is published as a learning experience,
offered under the College’s journalism instructional
program of the Media Arts department. The editorial
and advertising materials published, including any
opinions expressed, are the responsibility of the student
newspaper staff, free from prior restraint under the
First Amendment to the United States Constitution.
Accordingly, material published, including any opinions
expressed, should not be interpreted as the position of
the Los Angeles Community College District, Los Angeles
City College, or any LACCD or LACC ofcer or employee.
The Department of Speech Communication provides
opportunities for students to compete in intercollegiate
debate tournaments as well as individual Forensics
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events. Having existed at LACC since the 1930’s, the
Forensics squad participates in local state, and national
competitions throughout the academic year. Established
on a strong winning foundation, the current student
competitors continue the tradition in speaking events
ranging from debate to oral interpretation of literature.
FINANCIAL AID
Student Services Building • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2010
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/stusvcs/naid/
For more information, see the section on Financial Aid at
the beginning of the catalog.
FIRST YEAR EXPERIENCE (FYE)
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2258
www.fye.lacitycollege.edu
The First Year Experience Learning Community is a
program that allows freshmen students an alternate
approach to learning that encourages relationships
with peers and their instructors. Participants will
enroll in selected classes as a group. Peer mentors
will be assigned to assist in the classroom. Academic
counseling will be provided for all participants, helping
to ensure the students’ academic needs are met. Such
reinforcement helps student retention, encourages
student partnerships, and creates an encouraging
learning environment. Interested students should apply
as soon as possible because space is limited.
THE FOUNDATION
LACCF • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2490,
www.laccfoundation.org
The Foundation provides deserving students with
the opportunity to achieve their academic goals by
providing a full range of scholarships and awards. All
awards and scholarships are given on an annual basis
normally during the Spring semester. For application,
criteria and requirements visit the foundation website:
www.laccfoundation.org. The specic and primary
purposes for which the Foundation is formed are: (1)
To promote, foster, encourage and provide scientic,
literary, educational and recreational facilities at LACC;
(2) To provide for scholarships, fellowships, grants in aid,
loans and other nancial assistance to worthy students
and members of the faculty; (3) To further research and
provide for associated facilities; (4) To receive gifts,
bequests or devises either outright or as a trustee or
beneciary of a trust, to hold, transfer, buy, sell, invest,
or reinvest real property, cash, stocks and bonds, and
all other evidences of value; (5) To expend moneys
for the general welfare of the students and faculty of
LACC; and (6) To otherwise provide aids to education
supplementary to state and local tax means for the
support and benet of LACC.
The Foundation is a non-prot, tax-exempt corporation,
designed to receive gifts for the college from
individuals, corporations, and foundations. Our tax
payer ID# is 95-6207819.
FOSTER & KINSHIP CARE EDUCATION AND THE
INDEPENDENT LIVING PROGRAMS
Student Services Building • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2335
Los Angeles City College offers various educational
programs, ranging from basic to advanced levels, to
help caregivers meet the complex and unique needs
of the children placed in their homes. The Foster Care
Education program trains Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship
caregivers to improve the lives of families in crisis by
promoting teamwork and sensitivity.
All classes are free and open to various types of Foster
Care providers. We offer classes in English and Spanish.
Available workshops include: Foster & Kinship Care
Education (FKCE); Medical or Specialized FKCE Pre-Service
(F- Rate or D- Rate); Model Approach to Partnerships in
Parenting (PS-MAPP); Kinship Orientations. Certicate
provided upon completion of the requirements.
GUARDIAN SCHOLARS
Student Services Building • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2300
The LACC Guardian Scholars (GS) Program is a
comprehensive program that supports current and
former foster youth from 16-24 years of age as they
pursue their educational/vocational goals. GS provides
a seamless integration of student support services
including admissions, nancial aid, counseling, OSS
and EOPS/CARE. The program is conducted under
the auspices of the EOPS/CARE program which has
the primary function of supporting and assuring that
each Foster Youth student is adequately guided and
mentored throughout the entire educational process.
HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER
Life Science 101 • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2485
The Health Center services all currently enrolled
students. It offers basic primary and non-emergency
care, health care counseling, emotional and behavioral
counseling, family planning, referrals, TB skin test, and
other laboratory tests and immunizations (TD, Hep B,
MMR), some which carry additional fees. Appointments
can be made to see a medical provider or mental health
professional.
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A mandatory Student Health Fee of $11.00 per semester
is payable at the time of registration. (For information on
Health Fee Waivers, see “Policies: General.”
HEALTHY ADVOCACY RESPONSE TEAM (HART)
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2450
The College has trained staff to assist students who may
be victims of rape, sexual assault and/or stalking. Students
who have been assaulted should immediately go to the
College Sheriff Ofce to report the incident - (323) 662-
5276. Or, from any campus pay phone, dial #3.
Inquiries about this team should be directed to the
Chair of HART at (323) 953-4000 ext. 2450 or 2280.
HONORS PROGRAM
(The Ralph Bunche Scholars Program)
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2340, AD 205B
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/services/honorsprogram/
Page_1x.html
The Ralph Bunche Scholars Program is designed to
prepare the highly motivated student for transfer.
Honors students who complete a minimum of 15 units
(5 classes) of Honors credit will receive certication in
the Transfer Alliance Program (TAP).
This guarantees priority consideration for admission
to non-impacted majors in UCLA’s College of Letters
and Sciences, and increases the students’ chances of
being admitted. Other partners include UC Irvine, UC
Riverside, UC Santa Cruz, Occidental College, Chapman
University. For more information see the “Transfer
Information” section.
IHSS
In Home Supportive Services Vocational Training.
LACC Workforce Readiness Academy serves as the lead
IHSS training provider in our District.
Services under the WRA IHSS program are to provide
thru customized training key healthcare patterns and
participants supporting career ladder advancement
for enrolled participants. Red Cross provides CPR and
First Aid to all participants completing the In Home
Supportive Skill Certicate. Student received Vocational
ESL and additional support such as books and
instructional materials. Location EWD 100 (323) 953-
4000 ext 2230 and 1230
INSTRUCTIONAL TELEVISION (ITV)
www.lacitycollege.edu/ITV • (818) 833-3594 (Mission
College Ofce)
http://www.lamission.edu/itv/
ITV allows the students to take general education classes
which meet transfer and graduation requirements
at their own pace through videos and the internet.
The award winning videos provide course content,
the internet provides an online community for class
discussions, virtual tours and online quizzes. Exams are
taken on campus, there are on campus seminars on the
weekends (approximately once a month). Students may
attend seminars and take exams on campus. All classes
are three units, except Math 125 which is ve units. The
tuition is the same as on-campus classes.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROGRAM
Student Services Building • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2470
laccint.us/
The LACC International Student Center is a one-stop
ofce that provides admissions, testing, academic
counseling, registration, adding and dropping of classes,
letters of certication, transcripts, intent to transfer letters
and on-campus and off-campus work authorization. The
Program also assists students with paperwork to apply to
the Immigration and Naturalization Service for change of
status, practical training, extension of stay, reinstatement
to student status, and transfer to other institutions of
learning. Intensive English Program (ELA of LACC)
provides special non-credit ESL courses for international
students and professionals who want to improve their
English. Graduates of the English Language Academy
may enroll at LACC without taking the TOEFL.
JOB PLACEMENT SERVICES
Cesar Chavez Administration Building 109 •
953-4000
Current and graduated LACC students are entitled to
use the job placement services of the College and those
at all Los Angeles Community College District colleges.
A job board listing current offerings in the LACC service
area is located outside the Student Assistance Center.
LEARNING SKILLS CENTER
Learning Resource Center, lower level.
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2770 or 2772
The Learning Skills Center (LSC) provides the opportunity
for students to improve their basic study skills in
mathematics and language arts. Students may register
for classes in the LSC up through the rst fourteen weeks
of the semester. One-unit classes are offered on an open
entry/ open exit basis and can be taken as pass/no-pass.
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(Credit for individualized, self-paced, open entry/open
exit courses may not be counted as part of a student
minimum load in qualifying for benets until the courses
have been completed.)
Programs are individualized and developed on the
basis of diagnostic tests administered to each student
to determine his or her academic needs. A student‘s
program is designed to include self-paced instruction,
instructor-student conferences, and peer tutoring
sessions. Emphasis is placed on the improvement of
basic skills in reading, vocabulary, study skills, writing,
grammar, basic mathematics, and algebra. Tutoring
in most subjects is available. The LSC also offers small
group classes in conversation, speech, resume writing,
and math anxiety.
LIBRARY
Martin Luther King, Jr., Library • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2400
www.library.lacitycollege.edu
The library features:
• Reference Center with Faculty Librarians for Research
Assistance
• Circulation/Periodicals Desk with Textbooks, Reserve
Material, Magazines, and Newspapers
• 192 Computers for Students
- 5 ADA Stations
- 2 Tables with low/high adjustability
• Wireless Access
• Photocopy Center
• 2 Print Station Desks with B&W and Color Copying
& Printing
• 18 Group Study Rooms
• 150,00 Print books and 188, 000 ebooks
• 100 Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions plus
historical issues.
• Online Databases with Remote Access
A library brochure and instructor-requested orientations
are available through the Reference Center. A one-unit
course is offered: LS 101 Library Research Methods.
Individual questions are welcomed at the Reference and
Circulation/Periodicals Desks. Students must use their
valid college identication card to qualify for library
privileges. When the library is closed, materials may be
returned through the outside chute located on the front
of the building.
LOST AND FOUND
Cesar Chavez Administration Building 115 •
(323) 662-5276
Inquiries about personal belongings lost on campus
should be directed to the Campus Sheriff’s ofce.
OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND
WORKFORCE EDUCATION
Administration Building AD 208A • (323) 953-4000
ext. 2594
T
he Ofce of Economic Development and Workforce
Education houses Career Technical Education, Community
Services / Continuing Education, Cooperative Education
Work Experience, Gateway to College, Linked Learning,
and other specially-funding educational programs that
respond to the immediate needs of traditional and
nontraditional students, the community, and business-
industry sector employers.
OFFICE OF SPECIAL SERVICES
Student Services building, Room 100 • (323) 953-4000
ext. 2270 • (Same number for TDD/TTY) - lacitycollege.
edu/service/oss
The primary goal of the Ofce of Special Services is
to ensure equal access for students with disabilities in
educational and career programs at Los Angeles City
College. A variety of support services are available to
eligible students with disabilities to instruct and assist
them towards completing a college certicate, associate
degree, or university transfer through participation in
LACC’s academic and vocational programs.
OSS professionals authorize disability-related
accommodations
and
academic adjustments for LACC
enrolled students with disabilities, who have completed
the OSS verication and intake process. All OSS students
must have a disability that impacts their education in
order to be eligible for authorized and/or academic
adjustments at LACC.
Some of the accommodations OSS may authorize
include, but are not limited to the following:
Exam Proctoring - A visual distraction or noise reduced
testing space, extended time, scribe, reader, adapted
computer, and/or screen reader/magnier may be
authorized based on the individual student’s educational
limitations.
Sign Language Interpreters (ASL) - Students who are deaf
or hard of hearing may request interpreting services by
contacting the senior sign language interpreter in OSS.
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Learning Disability Assessment - Students who believe
they have or may have a specic learning disability may
meet with a learning disability specialist to request a
learning disability review of previous testing or complete
assessment in order to be eligible for support services.
Assistive Computer Instruction and/or Alternate Media
Production - Students may be instructed to learn and
utilize screen readers, large print programs, speech
recognition, etc. for course work and/or exams. Some
students may be authorized for tape recording lectures,
alternate textbook production materials including
Braille print or CD/iPod e-text production.
Special Classes - specialized courses designed for
students with disabilities may be offeredfocusing on study
skills, assistive computer software/hardware, tutoring,
memory, and organizational/time management strategies.
The following ofces are located in Room 100, SSV:
Specialized Counseling, Learning Disabilities Services,
Accommodation Testing Services, Specialized Tutoring
Services, High Technology Computer Training Center,
Alternative Media Transcription Center, Sign Language
Interpreters’ Center, and the Life Skills Center.
Related Information
Disability Parking (Not administered by OSS)
Accessible parking spaces are available in designated
parking lots on campus. Any vehicle parked in an
accessible space designated for individuals with
disabilities on campus must display a state of California
placard and a valid LACC student/staff parking sticker.
Closed Captioning/Accessible Videos (Not
administered by OSS)
Federal and State law required that instructional or
informational publications, videos or lms, and materials
purchased or used by the college for student or public
use be accessible.
Service Animal Accommodation
Any student, with a veriable disability, that would
like to bring a service animal on the lACC campus is
encouraged to contact the Ofce of Special Services.
SATELLITE LOCATIONS
LACCD Van De Kamp Innovation Center (VDK)
2930 Fletcher Drive - 2nd oor
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2230
We also offer distance learning (taking classes via
computer and/or video) through Instructional Television
and on-line courses.
STUDENT ASSISTANCE CENTER
Student Services Building 105
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2455
The Student Assistance Center is the rst stop for
students who want to register for classes. A multilingual
staff assists students in completing applications for
admission to LACC. The Center provides a wide range of
support systems, including general campus information
as well as a condential evaluation and referral service.
The Center offers community referrals for employment,
child care, medical treatment, family planning, county
public assistance, housing, legal aid, and psychological
counseling.
TRIO/STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Student Services Building • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2466
www.lacitycollege.edu/services/triosss/
TRIO Student Support Services is a federally funded
program designed to serve students who have declared
earning an Associate’s degree or certicate and transfer
to a four-year university as their primary educational
goal. To be eligible, students must be U.S. citizens
or permanent residents, must be low-income, rst-
generation college students and/or have a disability with
evidence of academic need. Students must also establish
at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA and cannot have earned an
Associate’s degree prior to applying. Services include:
academic, career and personal counseling; Math and
English tutoring; educational workshops; university tours
and other cultural activities; computer lab access with
printing/copying privileges; and calculator loans. We
accept applications on a rolling-basis; however, space is
limited.
UNIVERSITY TRANSFER CENTER
Student Services Building • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2215
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/services/transfer/
At LACC, provide students with personalized
counseling to receive up-to-date information on transfer
requirements, as well as develop educational plans
that satisfy transfer requirements. Four-year university
admissions representatives make visits to the Center on
a regular basis to provide up-to-date transfer information
to prospective transfer students, as well as meet with
students individually by appointment. Guidance on
the transfer process, admissions requirements and
procedures, nancial aid, majors, and/or on transfer
opportunities is available on a walk-in basis. In addition,
assistance with university admissions application is
available when the application lling period is open for
prospective transfer students. Workshops on various
transfer topics and eld trips to universities are offered
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each semester. And the Center organizes an annual
Transfer Day event every fall term.
UPWARD BOUND
Administration Building 100J • (323) 953-4000
ext. 2315
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/services/upwardbound/
ubprogram1.htm
The Upward Bound Program is a federally-funded
program designed to prepare high school students for
success in college and professional careers. It is one
of 500 such programs funded nationwide, all of which
are working to increase representation of low-income
students in higher education. The program serves
students from Belmont, Fairfax, Hollywood, and Manual
Arts High Schools, and provides academic support and
career guidance services to students from their tenth
grade until they graduate from high school, and enter a
post-secondary education program. Students qualify for
the program by being from low-income families where
the parents have not earned a B.A./B.S. degree.
During the academic year, the Upward Bound Program
provides participants with tutoring and advising services
at their high schools and conducts Saturday Academy
sessions on the LACC campus. Every summer, participants
attend an intensive 6-week Summer Academic Program
at LACC, where they enroll in courses and earn credits
towards high school graduation. Instruction includes
courses in Math, English Composition, Laboratory
Sciences, Computers, Languages, Social Studies, and
various Visual and Performing Arts. Throughout the
year, the program provides tutoring services, instruction
in college-level study skills, exposure to professional
careers, and guidance through the college application
and nancial aid processes. The program also conducts
trips to four-year colleges and universities, theater
performances, leadership conferences, and other
enriching experiences.
OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE
Located in the Student Union
(323) 953-4000 ext. 2450,
http://www.lacitycollege.edu/services/sao/sao.html
The Ofce of Student Life is dedicated to providing
opportunities for students to enhance their overall
personal and leadership development. We are
committed to supporting and preparing LACC students’
development through training, workshops, programming,
service learning, mentoring, and access to resources. We
are dedicated to meeting each individual student’s needs
so they are equipped with skills that are transferrable in
their personal, academic, and professional lives..
VEHICLES ON CAMPUS
See The Current Schedule of Classes For Additional
And Current Parking Information
Board Rule 7400. Parking And Movement Of Vehicles
Parking and movement of vehicles on District-owned
property shall be controlled by the College President,
who shall prepare, post, and make available any special
regulations. The LACCD Chancellor shall make these
regulations available at the District ofce. Vehicle Code
21113.
VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER
Student Union • (323) 953-4000 ext. 2024
Veterans, service members, and their survivors and
dependents may apply for their VA Educational Benet
Programs through the Veterans Resource Center. To
initiate the VA Certication Process, Veteran students
must complete a VA Application form and submit it with
their DD-214, Verication of Enrollment, and Veteran
Educational Plan to the Veterans Resource Ofce.
Veteran students who had previously attended another
post-secondary institution must submit a transcript
from the institution (civilian and military) for evaluation
by an academic counselor prior to certifying for a
second enrollment period. Los Angeles City College, as
required by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA)
policy, conducts an evaluation of all prior postsecondary
education, experience and training (civilian and
military) before certifying for a second enrollment
period. As required, Los Angeles City College grants
the appropriate credit, shortening the training period
proportionately, and noties both the DVA and the
student of the amount of credit allowed towards their
declared program.
Unless otherwise notied, all programs (majors) in this
catalog are approved for VA benets payment. Transfer
programs are approved contingent upon Los Angeles
City College having current articulation agreements
with the universities offering the transfer programs.
Contact the Transfer Center for more information about
approved transfer programs. To maintain eligibility,
Veteran students must maintain standards of academic
progress as indicated in the College Catalog.
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OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND
WORKFORCE EDUCATION
Dr. Adriene “Alex” Davis, Dean of Academic Affairs
The Ofce of Economic Development and Workforce
Education houses Career Technical Education, Community
Services/Continuing Education, Cooperative Education Work
Experience, Gateway to College, Linked Learning, and other
specially-funding educational programs that respond to the
immediate needs of traditional and nontraditional students,
the community, and business- industry sector Employers.
CTE
Career Technical Education (CTE) is helping our
nation meet the very real and immediate challenges of
economic development, student achievement and global
competitiveness. Some 14 million students are enrolled in
CTE—encompassing every state, with programs in nearly
1,300 public high schools and 1,700 two-year-colleges.
Nationwide, CTE programs are changing, evolving and
innovating to create an environment of opportunity within
our nation’s schools. Increasing the relevance and impact
of student’s education. Improving graduation rates in high
school and college. Actively helping students gain the skills,
technical knowledge, and the rigorous academic foundation
and real-world experience they need for high-skill, high-
demand, and high-wage careers. FACT: The average high
school graduation rate for students concentrating in CTE
programs is 90.18 percent compared to an average national
freshman graduation rate of 74.9 percent. FACT: Seventy
percent of students concentrating in CTE areas stayed
in postsecondary education or transferred to a four-year
degree program, compared to an average state target of
58 percent. FACT: Experts project 47 million job openings
in the decade ending 2018. About one-third will require an
associate’s degree or certicate, and nearly all will require
real-world skills that can be mastered through CTE. CTE links
technical training to employment. LACC Programs include:
Applied Photography • Art & Architecture • Administration
of Justice • Business Administration • Child Development •
Cinema TV ● Commercial Music • Computer Applications/
Ofce Technology • Computer Science & Information
Technology • Dental Technology • Dietetics • Electronics •
Human Services • Journalism • Paralegal Studies • Radiologic
Technology • Registered Nursing • Technical Theatre
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE
The goal of Cooperative Education Work Experience
is to strengthen student learning by engaging students
in enhanced on-the-job learning opportunities and
provide meaningful internship opportunities to students
of all majors. This enables students to apply the skill and
knowledge acquired in their academic coursework while
adhering to generally accepted business principles,
standards and work ethics.
GATEWAY TO COLLEGE LINKED LEARNING
Gateway to College (GTC) empowers youth who have
dropped out of high school or are not on track to graduate
to earn a diploma and dual credit in a supportive college
environment. Every year, an estimated 1.0323 3 million
student drop out of high school. Without a diploma, these
youth face a future of low wages and limited opportunities
for postsecondary education and advancement.
Gateway to College offers a second chance for these
students to succeed academically and prepare for a
brighter future. Los Angeles City College launched its GtC
program in Fall 2013, in partnership with the City of Los
Angeles and LA Alliance College Ready Public Schools.
Students must complete a rigorous and competitive
process to secure placement in this holistic approach to
educating students
COMMUNITY SERVICES / CONTINUING ED
Mission: The goal of Community Services is to provide the
community with a vast selection of educational, recreational
and career-training classes, seminars, and workshops.
Community Services offerings are not-for-credit and are
designed to emphasize hands-on, competency-based
learning. Offerings are open to the entire community,
including, but not limited to: children, seniors, working
adults and LACC for-credit students, faculty & staff.
Schedules are published quarterly, and individualized
training is available to businesses and individuals.
LINKED LEARNING
clear roadmaps for Linked Learning Academy
graduates to access the full range of postsecondary
opportunities is essential to overcoming structural barriers
to educational and career advancement.
Students who successfully navigate California Community
Colleges (CCC) to earn a community college degree or
certicate nearly double their earnings within three years.
LACC has a collaborative Linked Learning partnership with
Hollywood High School’s New Media Academy, where
graduating seniors can continue on their career pathway at
LACC and enroll in Applied Photography, Cinema, Computer
Science, Graphic Arts and earn certicates and/or degrees.
PROGRAM CONTACTS
Career Technical Education
Contact: Ms. Daisy Cervantes, CTE Coordinator
Phone: 323-953-4000 • Ext. 2594
Email: [email protected]
Cooperative Education Work Experience
Contact: Ms. Juliana Medina, Coordinator
Phone: 323-953-4000 • Ext. 1522
Email: [email protected]
Community Services / Continuing Education
Contact: Dr. Drew Yamanishi, Manager
Phone: 323-953-4000 • Extension 2651
Email: [email protected]
Linked Learning / Gateway To College
Contact: Ms. Fabiola Mora, Associate Dean, Academic
and Career Pathways, Workforce
Phone: 323-953-4000 • Extension 1523
Email: [email protected]
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FACULTY LISTINGS
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Aaron, Melvin C. (2001)
Associate Professor of History
B. A., University of California,
Santa Barbara
M.A., University of Washington
Ph.D. Candidate, Howard University
Abayachi, M. A. (1998)
B.A., San Diego State University
B.S., San Diego State University
M.A., San Diego State University
Adeniyi, Adeleye (1993)
Associate Professor of Mathematics
B.S., M.S., Indiana State University
Aguilar, Hector R. (1988)
Professor of Counseling
B.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
M.Ed., California State University,
Dominguez Hills
Akopia, Varoujan (2004)
Professor of Astronomy/Physics
B.S., Yerevan State University, Armenia
M.S., California State University,
Northridge
Aladdin-Sanders, Naila
Adjunct Theatre Arts, Costume
BA Immaculate Heart College
Al-amin, John (2014)
Vice President of Administrative
Services
B.A., and M.A. University of California,
Riverside
Ph.D. California Pacic University
Alfaro, Arturo (2009)
Assistant Professor of Radiologic
Technology
Allen, Joyce Faye (1989)
Professor of Learning Skills
B.A., Pitzer College
M.A., California State University,
Dominguez Hills
Almurdaah, Ashraf (2001)
Professor of Finance & Economics
B.A., American University of Beirut
M.A., University of Kansas
Anderson, Randy (2007)
Dean of Student Services,
Special Programs
B.S., M.S. University of Utah
Ed.D., Argosy University
Anderson, Robert (2005)
Assistant Professor of Real Estate
B.A., St. Lawrence University, Canton
M.B.A. Wayne State University California
Real Estate Broker
Andriassian, Alen R.
Dean of Student Life & Outreach
AA, Glendale Community College
B.A., Loyola Marymount College
M.P.A., California State University,
Northridge
Armour, Kresse (2011)
Professor of Political Science
B.A., California State University,
Bakerseld
M.A., California State University,
Bakerseld
Arvidson, Dean (1995)
Associate Professor of Physics/
Astronomy B.A., University of California,
San Diego M.S., California State
University,
Los Angeles
Atkinson, Pamela (2000)
Instructor, CSIT/CT
A.A., Los Angeles City College
B.S., California State University, Los
Angeles
M.B.A., University of La Verne
Auza, Enrique A. (1977)
Professor of Economics
B.A., University of the Pacic
M.A., Sacramento State University
Ayuyao, Elenita (1984)
Professor of Business Administration
B.S.C., University of Santo Tomas
Certied Public Accountant,
State of California
Badalian, Raymond (1995)
Associate Professor of Mathematics
B.S., M.S.,
Claremont University
Badalyan Anna (2016)
Dean of Institutional Effectiveness
B.S. and M.S., Yerevan State University
M.B.A., American University of Armenia
Ed.D., California State University,
Northridge
Baghdasarian, Glen (2007)
Professor of Chemistry
Bae, Youngmin (2001)
Associate Professor of
Foreign Language and Humanities
B.A., University of California, Los Angeles
M.A., University of California, Davis
Baek, Young (2003)
Adjunct Faculty of CAOT
Education,
M.A., Cal State University, Pomona
Baldwin, Amy
Associate Professor of Psychology
Bates, Benjamin (2004)
Adjunct Profesor of Communication
Studies
B.S., Cincinnati Christian University
M.A., Ball State University
Beal, Linda F. (2009)
Adjunct Professor, Cinema/TV
J.D., Hasting College of Law
M.F.A., University of California, Los
Angeles
B.A., Univeristy of California, Irvine
Beckett, Andrea Mara (1989)
Adjunct Associate Professor English/
ESL B.A., Humboldt State University
M.A., University of Southern California
Ph.D. University of Southern California
Belikian, Les (1990)
Adjunct Professor of English and
Communication Studies
B.A. M.A., UCLA
M.A., CSU Northridge
Bell, Brenda (2001)
Professor of Business Administration
B.B.A., Albany State University
M.A., Claremont Graduate University
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Belle, Nicole (2014)
Instructor of Photography
B.A., New York University
B.F.A., Rochester Institute of technology
MFA., University of California, Rochester
Belviz, Mely M. (1988)
Professor of Counseling
B.S.E., University of the East
Berkowitz, Dalit (2004)
B.F.A., Carnegie Mellon University
M.A., Teachers College, Columbia
University
Bernard, Guy R. M. (1989)
Professor of English/ESL
B.A., M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles TESL Certicate,
University of California, Los Angeles
Bernstein, Matthew (2013)
Adjunct Professor of English
B.A., M.A., CSU of Northridge
Bhakta, Jayesh (2005)
Associate Professor of Physics/
Engineering
B.S., Ph.D., University of Birmingham U.K.
Bigelow, Orville E. (2011)
Adjunct Profesor of Dietetics
A.A., Santa Monica College
B.S., M.S., Cal State, Los Angeles
Bimber, Kathleen (1996)
Professor of Child Development
B.A., California State University,
Northridge
M.A., Pepperdine University
Blake, C. Marc (1979)
Professor of Music
B.A., B.M., University of Redlands
M.M., Ph.D., University of California, Los
Angeles
Bledsoe, John (1993)
Associate Professor of Theater B.S.,
Woodbury University
B.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
M.F.A., University of Southern California
Blum, Jeffrey S. (1996)
Associate Professor of Psychology
B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of
California, Los Angeles
Boan, Terry A. (2001)
Associate Professor of Chemistry B.S.,
M.S., University of California, Santa
Barbara
Bunn, Helen (2001)
Assistant Professor of Speech
Caballero, Jesse (2000)
Associate Professor of Administration of
Justice B.S., California State University,
Los Angeles M.P.A., Pepperdine
University
C.P.P., American Society of Industrial
Security
Cairns, Nancy J. (2000)
Associate Professor of Kinesiology /
Health
B.S., M.S., California State University,
Northridge
Cano, Thomas (1996)
Professor of Kinesiology/Health
B.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
M.A., Azusa Pacic University
Castel de Oro, Sylvian (1988)
Adjunct of Arabic and Spanish
B.A., UCLA
M.A., UCLA
M.A., Cal State Northridge
Cauled, Patricia (2001)
Associate Professor of Art
B.A., Cal State Domiguez Hills
M.F.A., Cal State Long Beach
Cenquizca, Lee (2005)
Assistant Professor of Life Science
Cerda, Jessica, (2015)
Assistant Professor of Counseling
B.A., California State University,
Fullerton
M.S., University of La Verne
Chiu, Wayne (2004)
Assistant Professor of Architecture
B.A., University of Southern California
Clark, Anthony (2005)
Professor of Sociology
A.A., Los Angeles Valley College
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Northridge
Cofer, Christopher W. (2007)
Political Science
B.A., California State University,
Northridge
M.P.P.A., Baylor University
Cohen, Arax (1997)
Associate Professor of Dental
Technology C.D.T., National Board
of Certication of Dental Technology
B.S.B.M, University of Phoenix
Cohen, Dana (1978)
Associate Professor of Dental
Technology C.D.T., National Board
of Certication of Dental Technology
B.S.B.M, University of Phoenix
Conta, Mark
Associate Professor of Administration
of Justice
Coon-Hamilton, Katharine E. (2016)
Associate Professor of Library Science
B.A., Barnard College
M.L.I.S., Long Island University
Cortez, Luisa Y. (2007)
Associate Professor of Counseling
B.A., California State University, Long
Beach
M.S., California State University, Long
Beach
Cowgill, Daniel P (1989)
Professor of Health/Kinesiology
B.A, Kinesiology, Pepperdine University
M.A.T., Sport Medicine, Pepperdine
University
Crachiolo, Sarah B. (2015)
Assistant Professor of Communication
Studies
B.A., Georgia State University
M.A., CSU, Long Beach
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Cuevas, Gloria Nora (2009)
Adjunct Professor of Engineering
B.S., Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo
M.S., University of California,
Los Angeles
P.E., Professional Engineer, State of
California
Cummins, Diana
Adjunct Professor of Dance
Kinesiology
B.S., Psychology, Education, Lewis &
Clark College
M.A., Dance UCLA Certied Laban
Movement Analyst
Dakduk, Shawki (1999)
Professor of Computer Science
B.S., Texas A&M University
M.S., California State University,
Northridge
Daniel, Blythe (1991)
Associate Professor of Psychology
Dauzat, Brian P. (1996)
Associate Professor of Computer
Science
B.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Davis, Alex (2008)
Dean, Economic Development and
Workforce Education
B.S., California State University, Long
Beach
M.B.A., University of Phoenix
E. d D. CSULB
Davis, Edythe (2002)
Adjunct/Speech Department
B.S., Kent State University
M.S., Emerson College
Ed. D Long Beach State University
Day, Thelma (1988)
Dean, Academic Affairs
B.S., M.S., Jackson State University
Ed.D., Pepperdine University
DeAnna Gossett (200(0
Adjunct Profesor of CAOT
B.A., Columbia College
M.B.A., Columbia University
Dekermenjian, George (2010)
Professor of Mathematics
B.S., American University of Beirut
M.S., Claremont Graduate University
DesVignes, Maryanne D. (1988)
Associate Professor of Learning
Skills B.A., Howard University
M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Dinh, Kim-Lien Thi (2013)
Assistant Profesor, Chemistry
M.S., UC Santa Barbara
Dominick, Robert (2010)
Associate Professor of Counseling
B.A., M.A., CSU, Los Angeles
Grad Studies: Azusa Pacic University
Dovlatyan, Roxy (2007)
Associate Professor of Counseling
M.S., CSU, Los Angeles
M.A., California Lutheran University
Dueñas, Felicia (2015)
Dean, Strategic Program Support and
Resource Development
B.A., UC San Diego
M.S.W., UCLA
Duffy, Thomas E., Jr. (1989)
Professor of Business Administration
and Law
B.S., Miami University, Oxford, Ohio
J.D., Ohio State University
Eckford, Wendel (2005)
Ralph Bunche Professor African
American & U.S. History
B.Arch., University of Texas
M.A., California State University,
Dominguez Hills
M.A., Claremont Graduate University
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles M.A., University of Notre
Dame (in progress)
Ph.D., Claremont Graduate University
Egregor, Austin
Assistant Professor of Business
Eisenstein, Samuel A. (1961)
Professor of English
A.B., M.A., Ph.D., University of
California, Los Angeles
M.A., Goddard College
Emmons, Ronald (1996)
Associate Professor of English
Erikson, Roy W. (2002)
Adjunct Professor of Math and Physics
B.A., Brigham Young University
M.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
ABD Ph.D, University of Maryland,
College Park
Escalante, Mario (2013)
Assistant Professor of Counseling
B.A., UC Riverside
M.A. , San Diego State
Farrell, Michael (2009)
Professor of Geography
B.S., University of California,
Santa Barbara
M.A., San Diego State University
Ferreira, Leslie (1997)
Professor of Theater Arts
B.A., University of California, Berkeley
M.F.A., Carnegie-Mellon University
Fiazi, Kiormas (1972)
Associate Professor of Psychology
B.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
M.S., University of Southern California
Flores, Luis (1985)
Associate Professor of Computer
Science B.A., University of
Southern California M.S., University of
California, Los Angeles
Flores, Oscar (2016)
Assistant Professor of Counseling
Fonseca, Israel (2013)
Professor of Radiologic Technology
MPA, BA. Calfornia State Universerty,
Northridge
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FACULTY LISTINGS
Freitas, John E. (1996)
Professor of Chemistry
B.S., California State University,
Sacramento
C.Phil., Ph.D., University of California,
Los Angeles
Friedlander, Carl A. (1980)
Professor of English
B.S., California Institute of Technology
M.A., Stanford University
M.A., California State University,
Northridge
Fuhrmann, Dorothy (1985)
Associate Professor of Library Science
B.S., Northern Montana College
M.L.I.S., University of Southern
California
Garcia, Martin
Associate Professor or Life Science
Garcia, Rogelio (2010)
Adjunct Professor of Political Science
B.A., California State University,
Northridge B.A., California State
University, Northridge M.A., California
State University, Northridge
Gendelman, Michele (2005)
Assistant Professor of Cinema/TV
B.A., Bryn Mawr College
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Gengaro, Christine (2006)
Professor of Music
B.A., M.A., Hunter College, City
University of New York
Ph.D., University of Southern California
Geuvjehizian, Ripsime (2011)
Master Teacher at CDC/Adjunct
Professor of Child Development
B.A., Pacic Oaks College, Pasadena
M.A., Pacic Oaks College, Pasadena
Glickman, Daniel C. (1996) Professor of
Kinesiology
B.A., San Francisco State University
M.A., San Francisco State Univesity
Gnerre, Elizabeth (2010)
Assistant Professor of Library Science
B.A., Lewis and Clark College
M.L.S., University of California,
Los Angeles
Goddard, Rosalind K. (1998)
Associate Professor of Library Science
B.A., San Francisco State College
M.L.S., University of California,
Los Angeles
Gomez, Jesus (2016)
A.A., Santa Monica College
B.S., UC Santa Barbara
M.S., Cal State University, Northridge
Gonsalves, Gregory (2001)
Associate Professor of Life Science
B.S., M.S., University of California,
Riverside
Gordon, Elizabeth (2001)
Associate Professor of English/ESL B.A.,
University of South Florida
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Gray, Kamale E. (2010)
Associate Professor of Counseling
B.A., University of California, San Diego
M.S.W., University of Southern
California
Guerrero, Carlos (2002)
Associate Professor of Chicano Studies
B.A, M.A., California State University,
Northridge
Ph.D., Claremont Graduate University
Guess, Rhonda D. (2005)
Associate Professor of Journalism
Certicat D’Etudes Francaises, Institut
de la Touraine—L’Universite de Poitiers
B.A., San Francisco State University
M.A., California State University,
Northridge Certicate,
Professional Designation in Journalism,
UCLA Extension
Guirguis, Menes (1989)
Professor of Foreign Languages B.A.,
M.S., M.A. Cairo University
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Harkins, Tracy (2012)
Adjunct Professor of
Harris, Dorian K. (2010)
Director Campus Child Development
Center
B.A., Pacic Oaks College
M.A., Pacic Oaks College
Hastey, Raymond (2001)
Associate Professor of Business
Administration B.A., California
State University, Fullerton M.B.A.,
Chapman University M.S., Chapman
University
Heisser, Christina (2012)
Assistant Professor of World History
B.A., Valparaiso University M.A., Indiana
University Ph.D., Indiana University
Henderson, Luther L. III (1983) Professor
of Music & Humanities
B.M., M.M., Eastman School of Music
D.M.A, The University of Texas at Austin
Hendricks, Sharon (2006)
Assistant Professor of Speech B.A.,
Seattle Pacic University M.S., University
of Washington
Hentschel, Donald H. (1996) Associate
Professor of Mathematics
B.A., California State University,
Fullerton
M.A., California State University,
Fullerton
Hiciu, Diana (2015)
Lecturer, Noncredit ESL
B.A., ULBS Romania
TESOL, University of Cincinnati
Hicks, Donald R. (1992)
Professor of Microbiology B.S., Auburn
University
M.S., Florida Atlantic Univesity
Holmes, George W. (1992)
Associate Professor of Computer
Technology B.S., California State
University, Los Angeles M.S., University
of Southern California
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Holzner, Julie E.(1996)
Associate Professor of Economics
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Long Beach
Hong, Mickey (1999)
Professor of Korean
B.S., University of California,
Santa Cruz
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Hong, Iva T. (2014)
Lecturer, English & Credit Noncredit ESL
B.A., University of California, Los Angeles
M.A., University of Southern California,
Los Angeles
Hsia, Mary (1987)
Professor of English/ESL
B.S., University of Wisconsin, Madison
M.A., Seton Hall University
Hsieh, M. “Shae” (2013)
Assistant Professor of Communication
Studies
Igoudin, Lane (2010)
Assistant Professor of English/ESL
M.A., California State University, Long
Beach
Ph.D., Stanford University
Ilano, Carmen Basa (1988)
Assistant Professor of Learning Skills
B.A., B.S.E. St. Theresa’s College, Manila
M.S. Ed. Mt. St. Mary’s College,
Los Angeles
Jones, Allison F. (2002)
Dean, Academic Affairs
B.A., M.S., University of Southern
California
Kalustian, Michael (2005)
Assistant Professor of Communication
Studies
B.A., M.A., CSU, Los Angeles
Kaviani, Kian (1992)
Professor of Mathematics
Ph.D., University of Southern California
Kelly, Kevin (2006)
Professor of Music
B.A., West Chester University Ph.D.,
University of Pennsylvania
Kendall, Evan (2006)
Assistant Professor of English
B.A., University of California at
Los Angeles, M.F.A., California Institute
of the Arts
Kendis, Ronald (1984)
Professor of Mathematics
B.A., University of California, Los
Angeles M.S., San Fernando Valley
State College Ph.D., University of
California, Los Angeles
Khollesi, Khalil (2005)
Associate Professor of Life Science
Kiley, Derrick T. (2012)
Assistant Professor of Physics and
Astronomy
B.S., University of California, Davis
Ph.D., University of California, Davis
Kim, Irene (2000)
Associate Professor of Music
B.A., M.M., University of California,
Los Angeles
Ph.D., University of Arizona
Kinney, Daryl (1996)
Associate Professor of English/ESL B.A.,
Widener University
M.A.T., School for International Training
Ph.D., University of Southern California
Kozeracki Carol (2016)
Dean of Liberal Arts
B.A., Fordham University
M.A, Ph. D, UCLA
Kronis, Tina (2006)
Theater Arts Professor
MFA, Carnegie Mellon University
BFA, New Yor University
Kuntz, Jonathan A. (1985)
Professor of Cinema/TV
B.A., University of California, Berkeley
M.A., Ph.D., University of California, Los
Angeles
Lakatos, Catherine (2010)
SFP Counselor
CalWORKs Program
Landberg, Bjorn E. (1978) Professor of
Chemistry
B.S., University of California,
Los Angeles
M.S., Oregon State University
Lanzer, Kenneth (2000)
Professor of Administration of Justice/
Law
B.A., State University New York
M.A., State University New York J.D.,
National Law School
Lapp, Ron (1988)
Associate Professor of English/ESL M.A.,
ESL, University of Hawaii
Lee, Christopher B. (2011)
Adjunct Instructor for Political Science
B.A., University of California,
Los Angeles M.A., University of
California, Los Angeles Ph.D., University
of California, Los Angeles
Lee, Vincent (1988)
Professor of Mathematics
B.A., University of Texas, Austin M.S.,
California State University, Los Angeles
M.S., University of Southern California
Levy, Darlene
Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N, California State University, Los
Angeles M.N., University of California,
Los Angeles DNP, Case Western
University
Lewis, Richard P. A. (2001)
Professor of Law
B.S.L., Western State University
J.D., Western State University
Liao, Richard (1997)
Associate Professor of Chinese &
Humanities B.A., Chinese Culture
University, Taiwan M.A., Chinese Culture
University, Taiwan M.A., University of
California, Los Angeles
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Lopez, Boris (2000)
Professor of Counseling
B.A., M.S., M.A., California State
University, Los Angeles
Lopez, Calixto (2002)
Assistant Professor
B.A., St. John’s Seminary
M.A., DePaul University
Maeck, Alexandra T. (1991) Associate
Professor of English B.A., Dartmouth
College
M.A., Columbia University
Adult Education Certicate, U.C.L.A.
Magee, Jeanette (2015)
Dean, Student Services
B.S., Jackson State University
M.B.A.. Northrop University
Magee, Iris (2000)
Professor of Mathematics B.A.,
University of Redlands
M.A., California State University,
San Bernardino
Marcklinger, Maureen (2006) Assistant
Professor of Nursing B.S.N. RN, Cornell
University
M.S.N., Stony Brook University,
New York
Mardirosian, Robert (1996) Associate
Professor of Mathematics B.S.,
University of Southern California
M.S., Mathematics, Claremont Graduate
School
Mardirussian, Galust (1984) Associate
Professor of English
M.A., University of California, Los
Angeles Ph.D., University of California,
Los Angeles (pending)
Marlos, Daniel (2004)
Associate Professor of Photography
Certicates of Color & Commercial
Photography,
Los Angeles City College
B.F.A., Youngstown State University
M.F.A., Art Center College of Design
Marquez, Rene (2008)
Professor of Voc. Ed. (Workplace
Computing)
B.S., California State University, Long
Beach M.S., Pepperdine University
Martinez, Horacio (1974)
Professor of English/ESL
M.Ed., Loyola University, Los Angeles
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Martinez, Reneé D. (2012)
A.A., Mt. St. Mary’s College
B.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
M.A., University of San Francisco
Martinez, Sandra P. (1996) Associate
Professor of English
B.A.., University of California, Los
Angeles
M.A., University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Matranga, Susan B. (1980)
Professor of Disabled Student Services
B.A., University of California, Berkeley
M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
McEveety, Jan S. (1981)
Professor of Kinesiology
B.S., M.S., University of California,
Los Angeles
McMahon, Arnold (1995)
Professor of Philosophy B.A., Loyola
University
M.A., University of Southern California
Medici, John A. (1985)
Adjunct Associate Professor
B.S., Fordham University M.A., New York
University
M.A., California State University,
Northridge
Meyer, Joseph N. (1991)
Associate Professor of Political Science
B.A., M.A., Marquette University
Mezynski, Andrzej (2001)
Associate Professor of Library Science
B.A., San Diego State University
M.S.L.I.S, University of Illinois at Urbana-
Champaign
Miklos, Michael J. (2005)
Associate Professor of English B.A.,
University of California, Irvine
M.A., Ph.D., University of Southern
California
Miller, Kelli (2002)
Assistant Professor of Child
Development
B.A., University of California, Riverside
M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Miyaki, Lawrence (1979)
Associate Professor of Geography
A.A., Los Angeles City College
B.A., M.S., California State University,
Northridge
B.S.,O.D., Southern California College
of Optometry
Modisett, Noah F. (1958)
Professor of Speech Communication
B.S., Purdue University
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Ph.D., University of Southern California
Moody, James (2002)
Associate Professor of Theater Arts
B.S., Southern Illinois University
M.F.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Mora, Fabiola (2008)
Associate Dean, Academic and Career
Pathways, Workforce
B.A., California State University,
Northridge
M.P.A., California State University,
Northridge
Morin, Jose (1996)
Associate Professor of Spanish
B.A., University of California, Los
Angeles M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles Ph.D., University Of
California, Los Angeles
Morley, Donna (2009)
Learning Disabilities Specialist
B.A., Boston College
M.S., California State University,
Northridge
MS, LPCC
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Motonaga, Linda (1987)
Adjunct Associate Professor A.A., East
Los Angeles College
B.S., California State University,
Los Angeles
Muller, Danielle N. (2002) Associate
Professor of English
B.A., University of California,
Santa Barbara
M.A., Ph.D., University of Southern
California
Niemeyer, Susan (2001)
Associate Professor of English/ESL B.A.,
Iowa State University
M.A., University of Illinois at Urbana
Champaign
Nikolaychuk, Anatoliy M. (2000)
Professor of Mathematics
B.S., Kiev University, Kiev
M.S., Ph.D., Odessa University Institute
of Technology, Odessa
Nishioka, Hayward H. (1975) Professor
of Kinesiology
A.A., Los Angeles City College
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Nishimura, Jeffrey (2005)
Associate Professor of English/ESL
B.A., University of California,
Santa Barbara
M.A., University of California, Davis
Nissim, Ariela (2004)
Adjunct Professor of Counseling
B.A., M.S., Cal State University,
Northridge
O’Connor, Christi (1986)
Bookstore Manager
B.S., Cal Poly, Pomona
C.C.R., Certied Collegiate Retailer
2011
Okamura, Linda (2001)
Associate Professor of Photography
B.A, University of Southern California
B.F.A, Art Center
Okpara, Nerukakobule (2001) Associate
Adjunct Professor
B.S., Minnesota State University,
Mankato M.B.A., University of Central
Oklahoma, Edmond D.P.A., University of
La Verne, La Verne
Oliver, Amy (2007)
Adjunct Associate Professor of
Photography
B.A., Tufts University, Medford
M.F.A., California Institute of the Arts,
Valencia
Pahl, Juergen (1971)
Professor of Mathematics
B.S, M.S., University of Hamburg
Ph.D., University of Bern
Pak, Joseph (2010)
Assistant Professor of Philosophy
Paley, Laurel (2009)
Assistant Professor of Art and Design
B.A., Smith College
M.F.A., Claremont Graduate University
Parada, Yelgy (1995)
Associate Professor of Foreign
Language
A.A., Los Angeles City College
B.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
B.S., Universidad de Oriente
M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Park, Christine (2006)
Professor of Music
B.M., M.A, California State University,
Northridge Dalcroze Eurhythmics
Certicate, The Juilliard School
Parker-Rickon, Becky (2013)
Adjunct Theatre Arts, Costume
BA Humbolt State University
Parsakar, Sandy (1999)
Professor of Counseling
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Northridge
Partlow, Gayle (2000)
Associate Professor of Art
B.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
M.F.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Pashazadeh Monajem, Mohamad (1989)
Professor of Computer Science
B.S., Tabriz University
M.S., Stanford University
Patthey, G. Genevieve (1989)
Associate Professor of English and
ESL B.A., University of California, Los
Angeles M.A., Ph. D., University of
Southern California
Postdoctoral Fellow, National Academy
of Education
Pavlik, April (2008)
Assistant Professor of Psychology
Payne, Naeemah (2002)
Associate Professor of Mathematics
B.S., M.S., California State Polytechnic
University, Pomona
Perez, Dilcia M.
B.A., University of Southern California
Masters of Arts, Cal State, Los Angeles
Petitto, Jacqueline (1999)
Adjunct Instructor, Music Department
B.M., Santa Clara University
M.M., University of Southern California
D.M.A., University of Southern
California
Phommasaysy, Sean (2005) Associate
Professor of Life Science
Piday, Mary L. (1995)
Associate Professor of Theater Arts B.A.,
University of Southern California M.F.A.,
University of Southern California
Plotquin, Hector (2001)
Professor of Mathematics
B.S., M.S., the University of
Buenos Aires
Powe, VC (1998)
Adjunct Professor of Business
Administration
B.A., MBA, UCLA
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Quispe, Alfredo C.
Adjunct Associate Professor
B.A., California State University,
Northridge
Ramirez, Angelica (2014)
Dean, Academic Affairs (Noncredit)
B.A., Bryn Mawr College
M.P.A., California State University,
Long Beach
Reed, Billy (1996)
Professor of Counseling
B.A., University of California, Santa
Barbara
M.A., Point Loma University
Rice-Farrand, Frances (1994)
Professor of Nursing
A.S., Los Angeles Valley College
B.S.N., California State University, Los
Angeles M.S.N., University of California,
Los Angeles D.N.P., Case Western
University
D.N.P., A.P.R.N., C.N.S., C.N.E.
Rodriguez, F.J. (1983)
Associate Professor of Sociology
A.A., East Los Angeles College
B.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
M.S.W., University of California, Los
Angeles
Rodriguez, Steven (2011)
Adjunct Faculty
B.A., California State University,
Fullerton
M.A., California State University,
Long Beach
M.A., Ph.D., University of California, Los
Angeles
Rossi, Alfred A. (1978)
Professor of Theater Arts
B.S., Loyola University, Chicago M.A.,
University of Kansas Ph.D., University of
Minnesota
Rossiter, Christopher (2010)
Assistant Professor of Cinema/TV
MFA, Cinema, American FIlm Institute
Conservatory
Rountree, Jennifer (1990)
Associate Professor of Theater
B.A., University of California,
Santa Cruz
M.F.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Rousey, Stephen
Associate Professor of Health
Rozenkopf, Francine (1989) Associate
Professor of French A.A., Los Angeles
City College
B.A., M.A., C. Phil, University of
California, Los Angeles
Rueda, Mary (1989)
Professor of Counseling
B.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
M.A., California State University,
San Diego
Ruiz, Daniel (2010)
Assistant Professor of English
Ryan, Joseph (1989)
Associate Professor of English/ESL
Ryan, Susan (2007)
Lecturer, Credit/Noncredit ESL
B.A., California State University,
Fullerton
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Salazar, Juliet
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Sambrano, Robert (2005)
Associate Professor of CAOT B.A.,
Trinity University
M.B.A., University of Texas
Samplewala, Robert
Associate Professor or Computer
Science
Sanchez, David J. (2005)
Adjunct Associate Professor of Life
Science
B.S., The University of Texas, Austin
Ph.D., University of California,
San Francisco
Sburlan, Aura (2001)
Professor of Child Development
A.A., Los Angeles City College
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Schenck, Lawrence (1979)
Associate Professor of Business
Administration
B.B.A., Nichols College
M.B.A., Suffolk University
Schwab, Norman, W. (1995)
Professor of Art
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
M.F.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Scott, Jacqueline D. (1997)
Assistant Professor of Business A.A.,
Los Angeles City College
B.A., California State University,
Dominguez Hills M.B.A., Golden
Gate University, San Francisco Ed.D.,
Pepperdine University
Sechooler, Rochelle L. (1978)
Professor of Psychology
B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of
California, Los Angeles
Sedghi, David M. (2010)
Assistant Professor of Psychology
Shields, Dylan (2012)
Assistant Professor of Cinema/TV
B.A., University of Nevada, Las Vegas
M.F.A., American Film Institute
Conservatory
Short, Larry J. (2007)
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Business
Administration
A.A., Los Angeles Valley College
B.S., California State University,
Northridge
California Real Estate Broker Deputy
County Assessor,
Los Angeles County
ShuklaDeo, Chanda (2015)
Adjunct Professor of Chemistry
B.S., Lalit Narayan Mithila University, India
M.S. Lalit Narayan Mithila University, India
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Simpson Turk, Joycelyn (2007)
Associate Professor ofCh Nursing
M.S.N, R.N., F.N.P., California State
University, Dominguez Hills
Sisko, Diane (1976)
Associate Professor of Theater Arts
B.A., Purdue University
Skousen Radford, Mary (2005)
Assistant Professor of Child
Development B.A., California State
University, Los Angeles M.A., Pacic
Oaks College
Smith, Regina (2014)
Vice President, Student Services
A.A., El Camino College
B.A., UC Santa Barbara
M.A., UC Santa Barbara
M.A., CSU, Dominguez HIlls
Ed.D., University of Southern California
Song, Edward Bird (2013)
Assistant Professor of Counseling
B.A. UC Berkeley
M. Ed. UCLA
Sotiriou, Peter E. (1979)
Professor of English
A.B., M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Ph.D., University of Southern California
Soto-Bair, Carmen S.
Professor of Counseling
Sow, Nili (2002)
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
B.A., M.A., University of Dakar, Senegal
Spector, Andrea (2002)
Associate Professor of English/ESL
B.A., M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Stolz, Philipp, (2007)
Lecturer, Credit/Noncredit ESL
M.A., University of Illinois, Chicago
Suovanen, Charles (2000)
Associate Professor of Music
B.M., M.A., California State University,
Northridge
Sweetman, Amy B. (1996)
Associate Professor of Psychology
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Sweetman, Timothy N. (1996)
Associate Professor of Administration
of Justice
B.S., Cal Poly Pomona University
M.P.A., California State University,
Northridge
Tamayo, Flavia (2002)
Professor of English
B.A., University of Southern California
M.A., Stanford University
M.F.A., California State University, Long
Beach
Tavakoli, Mozhgan (1986)
Professor of Computer Science
B.S., M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
M.S., Azusa Pacic
Tchen, Bernadette (1991)
Professor of English
B.A., M.A., Universite de Paris –
Sorbonne
M.A., Antioch University, Los Angeles
M.A., M.S., Ph.D., University of Southern
California
Terzyan, Takui T. (2011)
Adjunct, Child Development Instructor
B.A., California State University,
Los Angeles M.A., California State
University, Los Angeles
Tinberg, Christine (2002)
Professor of Kinesiology/Health
B.S., M.S., Pepperdine University
M.S. Arizona State University
Tiwari, Braj (1991)
Professor of Business Administration
B.A., M.A., Kanpur University
M.S., Bowling Green State University
Torres, Julio (1999)
Associate Professor of Philosophy
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Upshaw, Darlene (2007)
Assistant Professor of Nursing A.S.N.,
Mount St. Mary’s College B.S.N., Mount
St. Mary’s College
Valencia, Rose Mary (2001)
Adjunct Professor of Counseling
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Vangor, Robert (2007)
Associate Professor of Learning Skills
Vargas, Wilhelm I.,
Assistant Professor of Law
B.S. California State University –
Long Beach
J.D. Southwestern University, School of
Law
Member State Bar of California, New
York, Colorado, and Washington, D.C.
Varner, Joni K. (1995)
Professor of Cinema/TV
B.A., University of North Carolina,
Greensboro
M.A., State University of New York,
Buffalo
Vasquez, Barbara Jean (1996) Associate
Professor of Library Science B.A.,
California State University, Fullerton
M.S.L.S., California State University,
Fullerton
Vaughn, Jen (2013)
Assistant Professor of Cinema/TV
B.A. and M.A., San Francisco State
University
Velez, Patricio (1977)
Professor of Mathematics
A.B., University of the East, Philippines
M.S., University of Santo Tomas,
Philippines DIP. STAT, University of the
Philippines M.S., University of Southern
California
Villar, Jeremy (2002)
Dean, Student Services – Access &
Enrollment
A.A., Los Angeles Valley College
B.A., M.S., California State University,
Northridge
Ed.D., Pepperdine University
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Walden, Daniel (2011)
VP President, Academic Affairs A.A.,
Cerritos College
B.A., California State University,
Long Beach
M.A., Claremont Graduate University
M.Div., Fuller Theological Seminary
Ph.D., Claremont Graduate University
Walzer, Andrew (2005)
Associate Professor of Humanities
B.A., University of California,
Santa Cruz
Ph.D, University of Minnesota
Wanner, Daniel (2002)
Professor of Music
B.A., M.A., Columbia College
D.M.A., Columbia University
Ward, Jerold M. (2001)
Professor of Counseling
B.A., California State University,
Northridge
M.Ed., Suffolk University, Boston
Ph.D., California Graduate Institute
Washburn, Nancy (2000)
Professor of Child Development
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Washenik, Julie (2015)
Assistant Professor of Radiologic
Technology
B.S., New York University
Wiesenfeld, Alexandra (2010) Associate
Professor of Art B.F.A., Pomona College
M.F.A., Montana State University
Williams, Bettie D. (1977)
Adjunct Associate Professor of English/
ESL
A.A., Los Angeles City College
B.A., Immaculate Heart College, Los
Angeles, CA
B.A., Immaculate Heart College,
Los Angeles, CA
M.A., National University, San Diego
Williams, Kourt D. (2010)
Adjunct Assistant Professor of Business
Administration
B.A., University of California,
Los Angeles M.B.A., National University,
San Diego Ph.D., University of
Nebraska, Lincoln
Windsor, Kevin R. (2000)
Associate Professor of Mathematics
B.A., California State University,
Stanislaus
M.S., California State University,
Northridge
Wolf, Roger (1977)
Associate Professor of Mathematics
B.S., United State Military Academy
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Wusnack, Terry (2001)
Lecturer, Credit/Noncredit ESL
B.A., M.A., University of Texas, El Paso
Yazdanian, Mahmood (2006)
Assistant Professor of Electrical
Engineering
M.S., University of Southern California
Yerman, Paula (2001)
Adjunct Professor of ESL
B.A., Brooklyn College, New York
M.A., New York University, New York
Yonge, Wanda (2010)
B.S., Eastern Michigan University,
Ypsilanti
M.B.A., University of Phoenix, Fountain
Valley
Young, Janice J. (1976)
Professor, Family & Consumer Studies
B.S., M.S., Brigham Young University
Registered Dietitian, American Dietetic
Association
Young -Singleton, Alice (2002)
Adjunct Associate Professor, English
Department
B.A., California State University,
Northridge
M.A., Loyola Marymount University
M.Ed., University of Southern California
ABD: Ed.D., University of Southern
California
Zingo, Nicholas (2013)
Instructor Administration of Justice
A.A., University of Detroit-Mercy B.A.,
University of Detroit-Mercy
M.P.A., California State University,
Long Beach
NONCREDIT FACULTY
Amaro, Angel (2005)
Lecturer, ESL Civics
B.A., York College, City University of
New York
Amsberry, Adrian (2011)
Lecturer, ESL Civics & Noncredit ESL
B.A., University of California,
San Diego
Adult Education Teaching Credential
An, Hannah (2012)
Lecturer, ESL Civics & Noncredit ESL
B.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Arellano, Patricia (2007)
Lecturer, ESL Civics
B.A., University of California, Berkeley
Bernhard, Gregory (2008)
Lecturer, Basic Skills (Mathematics)
B.S., Frostburg State University
Castel de Oro, Laura (2011)
Lecturer, Vocational Education
B.A., San Diego State University
Cheshmedzhyan, Anna (2002)
Lecturer, ESL Civics
B.A., Pedagogical Institute of Russian &
Foreign Languages of V. Brussov
Delgado, Carmen L. (2010)
Lecturer, Vocational Education
B.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Delgado, Maria Luz (2011)
Lecturer, ESL Civics & Noncredit ESL
B.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Adult Education Teaching Credential
Duarte, Armando (2015)
Lecturer, Vocational Education
B.S., California State Polytechnic
University, Pomona
Escorcia, Alejandra V. (2015)
Lecturer, Vocational Education
B.S., California State University,
Los Angeles
Gorence, Justin (2014)
Lecturer, Noncredit ESL
B.A., Nazareth College
Adult Education Teaching Credential
Jang, Helen (2010)
Lecturer, Vocational Education
B.S., Korea National Open University
B.A., International Christian University
M.S., South Baylo University
Ph.D., American Liberty University
Karol, Pamala (2013)
Lecturer, Noncredit ESL
M.F.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Adult Education Teaching Credential
Kim, Hyo I. (1998)
Lecturer, Vocational Education
Ph.D., Temple University
King, Sandra (2014)
Lecturer, ESL Civics & Noncredit ESL
B.S., California State University,
Northridge
M.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Lopez, Roland G. (2006)
Adjunct Associate Professor, ESL Civics
& Noncredit ESL
B.A., Pennsylvania State University
M.A., University of Phoenix
Adult Education Teaching Credential
Márquez, René (2008)
Adjunct Associate Professor,
Vocational Education
B.S., California State University,
Long Beach
M.B.A., Pepperdine University
Martí, Karla Vanessa (2007)
Lecturer, ESL Civics & Vocational
Education
B.A., California State University,
Fullerton
Martinez, Liliana (2011)
Lecturer, Noncredit Basic Skills
(English)
B.A., California State University,
Northridge
M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Adult Education Teaching Credential
Mojica, Maria (2011)
Lecturer, Vocational Education
A.A., A.S., East Los Angeles College
Registered Nurse
Nava, Mireya (2008)
Lecturer, Vocational Education & ESL
Civics
B.S., California State University,
Los Angeles
Pamuk, Mia (2014)
Lecturer, Basic Skills (English) &
Noncredit ESL
B.A., Mills College
M.A., University of Nevada, Reno
Perez, Edgar (2013)
Lecturer, Noncredit ESL
B.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
M.A., University of Southern California
Rodriques, Angel (1997)
Lecturer, ESL Civics
B.A., B.S., California State University,
Dominguez Hills
M.A., M.S., National University
Sam, Nellie (2010)
Lecturer, Basic Skills (Mathematic)
B.S., University of California,
Los Angeles
M.A., Concordia University
Simons, Gregory (2014)
Lecturer, ESL Civics
B.A., University of Minnesota
M.A., California State University,
Los Angeles
Torres-Rezzio, Alejandro (2014)
Lecturer, ESL Civics
A.A., Los Angeles City College
B.A., University of California,
Los Angeles
Valencia, Sandra E. (2009)
Lecturer, Vocational Education
B.S., University of Manizales, Colombia
Wangler, Richard (2011)
Lecturer, ESL Civics
B.A., Sonoma State University
M.A., Yonsei University, South Korea
Williams, Bettie (1977)
Adjunct Professor of English/ESL
A.A., Los Angeles City College
B.A., Immaculate Heart College,
Los Angeles, CA
B.A., Immaculate Heart College,
Los Angeles, CA
M.S., National University, San Diego
Williams, Winnie (2007)
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Vocational
Education & Noncredit ESL
B.A., University of California, Irvine
TESOL, University of California,
Los Angeles Extension
Yalamova, Vania (2007)
Adjunct Associate Professor,
Vocational Education
B.S., California State University,
Northridge
M.B.A., University of Redlands
Zax, Kelly L. (2015)
Lecturer, Noncredit ESL
B.A., San Francisco State University
Adult Education Teaching Credential
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FACULTY LISTINGS
EMERITI
Mr. Wes Abbott
Music 2005
Mr. Henry Alvarez
International Studies Center 2010
Mr. Calvin W. Anderson
Library Science 1992
Dr. Victor Arai
Life Science 2005
Ms. Cheryl Armstrong-Turner
Counseling 2013
Mr. Darwin Aronoff
Library Science 1994
Mr. Enrique Auza
Social Sciences 2009
Ms. Carmen Baprawski
Counseling 2010
Mr. Gary L. Baran
Philosophy 2001
Mr. Forest L. Barker
Computer Technology 1989
Mr. Doyle R. Bates
Ms. Kathleen Beaufait
Communication Studies 2015
Ms. Bernice Bedford
Life Science 2005
Mrs. Barbara C. Benjamin
Foreign Language 1995
Mr. Guy Bernard
English/ESL 2014
Ms. Kathleen Bimber
Child Develop./Fam. & Cons.
Studies 2013
Dr. Wendell C. Black
Ms. Rosa Blackiston
Mathematics 2004
Ms. Frances Blemker
Consumer Science 1993
Ms. Jane Blomquist
Music 2009
Ms. Armida T. Bolton
English/ESL 1995
Mrs. Marianne Boretz Grifth
English/ESL 2002
Mr. George T. Bowden
Radio/TV/Film 1995
Dr. Reginald Brady
Int’l. Students 2014
Dr. Kerry Brooks
Counseling 2010
Mr. John Burns
Mathematics 2005
Mr. Ronald Burton
Media Arts 1995
Ms. Lucy A. Cade-Wilson
Counseling 1995
Mr. Luis Carlos
Foreign Language 1994
Mrs. Charlene M. Carnachan
Ofce Administration 1993
Ms. Elaine Carter
Chemistry 2015
Mr. Henry Cataldo
Mathematics 1995
Ms. Patricia Cauied
Art 20015
Mr. James Charness
English/ESL 2009
Ms. Eiko Chatel
Foreign Languages 2015
Dr. Robert T. Cheng
Law 1999
Ms. Barbara Ching
Business Administration 2008
Ms. Penelope Choy
English/ESL 2007
Mr. Armando P. Cisneros
Social Sciences 2002
Mr. Renato Colantoni
Math/CTEL 2007
Mr. Gary Colombo
English 2015
Mr. Mark Conta
Law/AJ 2014
Dr. Bruce Cook
Cinema/TV 2012
Mr. Jeff Cooper
Mr. Mike Critelli
Philosophy 2010
Ms. Mary T. Crockett
American Culture 1999
Mr. Laszlo Cser
Music 2005
Mr. Raoul De La Sota
Art 1997
Mr. Joseph Dojcsak
Media Arts 2005
Mr. Mike Dombrowski
Physics 2007
Mr. Elmer W. Douglas
Physical Education 1992
Dr. Thomas Duffy
Law/AJ 2014
Ms. Jeanne Dunphy
Communication Studies 2014
Mr. Henry Ealy
American Cultures 2004
Mr. Merrill Eastcott
Administration 2013
Mr. Randall Edwards
Theater Arts 1995
Mr. John Erdhaus
Physical Education 2010
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FACULTY LISTINGS
Mrs. Ruth B. Evans
Health 1986
Mr. Donald V. Farrand
Physics 1989
Mr. Fred Fate
Theater Arts 2012
Mrs. Lucille P. Fernandez
Nursing
Mr. Roger Fernandez
Foreign Language 1995
Dr. Stelle Feuers
President 1988
Ms. Jackquelynn Finney
Rad. Tech 2014
Dr. Ann J. Fogel
Psychology 1995
Mrs. Helen Fogelquist
English 1983
Mr. John R. Formsma
Mathematics 2001
Mr. Carl Friedlander
English 2013
Ms. Elizabeth Gallagher
Counseling 2004
Ms. Rebecca Gavaldon
Child Development Ctr 2011
Mr. Jean- Pierre Geuens
Cinema/TV 2010
Ms. Carolyn E. Glasier
Physical Education 1995
Mr. Fred Greene
Dr. Luther Guynes
Business Administration 2005
Dr. Lee Hancock
English/ESL 1998
Mr. Freddie Harris
English 2013
Mrs. Tiiu P. Harunk
Physical Education 1995
Ms. Evy Hasegawa
Counseling 2015
Mr. Luther Hayes
Counseling 2002
Dr. Jerry B. Hendrix
Cinema/TV 2005
Dr. Janice S. Hollis
Mathematics, Academic Affairs
2005
Dr. George T. Hollis
Music 1989
Mrs. Roberta D. Holt
Staff & Organizational Development
2001
Dr. Ora M. Hook
Psychology 1992
Mr. Douglass M. House
Business Ofce 1994
Mrs. Ann V. Hoxie
Ofce Administration 1989
Mrs. Joan Hudiburg
Family & Consumer Studies 1995
Ms. Carmen B. Ilano
Dr. Jackie Ireland
Academic Affairs 2007
Ms. Carol L. Johnson
Mathematics & CSIT 2002
Mr. David L. Jones
Cinema/TV 2010
Dr. Eve S. Jones
Psychology 1992
Ms. Elizabeth Keller
Chemistry 2001
Mr. George Jay Kelly
English/ESL 2002
Dr. Frank LaFerriere
English 1995
Mr. Kenneth C. Lanzer
Law/AJ 2011
Mrs. Melba B. Lawrence
Speech 1989
Dr. Mike Lazare
Psychology 2007
Mr. Sheng Lee
Mathematics & CSIT 2011
Mr. Mel Lesser
Social Science 1988
Mr. Joseph Lingrey
Photography 1994
Mr. Donald N. Lipman
English/ESL 2004
Ms. Alice F. Logrip
Life Science 2003
Mr. Robert Lott
Social Sciences 1995
Mr. James G. Luter, Jr.
Speech 2002
Ms. Pauline Betsy Manchester
Nursing 2013
Mr. Galust Mardirussian
English, 2013
Mrs. Marsha B. Mark
Life Science 2001
Mr. Horacio Martinez
English/ESL 2007
Mr. Andrew L. Maverick
Computer Technology 1993
Dr. Emily Maverick
Chemistry 1989
Mrs. Ethel McClatchey
Psychology 1995
Mr. Edward McDonnell
Rev. Betty McKiver
Counseling 2007
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Mr. Arnold McMahon
Philosophy 2009
Ms. Jane Melton
Child Development Center 2010
Mr. Rolf Mendez
Cinema/TV 2013
Dr. David Miller
Physics 1995
Mr. Dennis Mitchell
Chemistry 2009
Dr. Noah F. Modisett
Speech 1995
Mr. William B. Monroe
Real Estate 2001
Mrs. Mattie Moon
Social Science 2012
Mr. David V. Moody
Speech
Ms. Leslie Joyce Moore
Administration 2011
Ms. Nina Moots-Kincaid
English/ESL 2009
Mrs. Charlene Morimoto
Business/CAOT 2014
Ms. Phyllis Muldavian
Art/Architecture 2009
Ms. Remedios Nazareno
Ofce of Special Services 2011
Ms. Beverly Nelson
English/ESL 1995
Mr. Mark S. Newton
Earth Science 1993
Mr. Hayward Nishioka
Physical Education, 2013
Mr. Vaughn Obern
Cinema/TV 2012
Mr. Pat D. Owen
English 2000
Mr. Bennie J. Padilla
International Student Center 1995
Mr. Charles Pallos
Communication Studies 2014
Mr. Ron Pelton
Social Science 2004
Mr. E.L. Peterson
Mr. Fred Piegonski
Public Information Ofcer 2007
Mr. Ron Portillo
Counseling 2006
Mr. Phillip M. Pote
Physical Education 1989
Mr. Stephen Pritko
Physical Education 1986
Ms. Maria Reisch
Physical Education 2013
Ms. Harriett D. Rice
Business Administration 1995
Mr. Fernando Rodriguez
Social Science 2015
Mr. Charles Romero
Speech 2004
Ms. Gertha Rosario
CAOT 2007
Ms. Sharon Rose
CAOT 2007
Mrs. Elnora Ross
Family & Consumer Studies 1989
Mr. Al Rossi
Theater 2015
Ms. Evangeline Ruiz
Child Development Center 2012
Ms. Eudora F. Russell
Dev. Com. 1987
Ms. Ana Lya Sater
Library 2009
Mr. Stanley L. Schall
Dr. John Schellkopf
Speech 2004
Mrs. Linda Scher-Padilla
CAOT 2004
Ms. Patricia Schmolze
Child Development 2011
Ms. Laura Schoor
Child Development 2011
Mr. John M. Seely
Physical Education 1995
Mrs. Ruth R. Sherman
Chemistry 1995
Ms. Gayle F. Sides
Physical Education 2002
Ms. Myra B. Siegel
Administration 2009
Dr. Gerald Silver
Business Administration 1995
Mr. Donald Simpson
Music 1994
Dr. Martha Sklar
Mathematics 2004
Ms. Andrea Smith
Ofce of Special Services 2010
Ms. Bernadette Solis
Counseling 2014
Mr. Robert Stahley
Cinema/TV 1995
Dr. Thomas Stempel
Cinema/TV 2011
Mr. John R. Stevens
Art 1985
Mr. Jack B. Stutesman
Mathematics 1993
Ms. Zona Gale Swan
Library Science 1985
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Mr. Frank M. Thometz
Architecture 1989
Dr. Miguel Tirado
Foreign Language 1987
Mrs. Donna L. Tollefson
Theater Arts 1995
Mr. John Tonkovich
Transportation
Mr. Peter G. Tripodes
Mathematics 1999
Ms. Caro Van Stryk
Nursing 1987
Mr. Ed C. Vasquez
Radiologic Technology 2007
Mrs. Bernice G. Vincent
Ofce Administration 1989
Mr. William Wagner
Electronics Cable Television 1995
Ms. Kayoko Wakita
Music 1989
Ms. Leanna Watts
Child Development Ctr 2009
Ms. Cheryl Werble
Child Development 2012
Mr. La Monte Westmoreland
Art/Architecture 2009
Mr. Lee Whitten
Art 2006
Mr. Donald D. Wickenkamp
Dental Technology 2000
Mr. Edwin W. Williams
Speech 1989
Mrs. Maxine Wilson
Business Administration 1989
Mr. Robert C. Winters
Social Sciences 1995
Ms. Lillian Yamaoka
Physical Education (M) 2007
Mr. Vincent Ybarra
Cinema/TV 2016
Dr. Edwin A. Young
Administration 1991
Ms. Mattie B. Young
Radiological Technology 1999
Ms. Sonia Younglove
Mathematics 2005
Ms. Arlene Zimmerly
CAOT 2007
Dr. Mae Lee Ziskin
Psychology 1981
Mr. Robert H. Zuber
Physical Education 1995
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Academic Probation
After attempting 12 units, a student
whose cumulative grade point average
Falls below 2.00 is placed on academic
probation. A student whose cumulative
grade point average Falls below 2.00
for three
consecutive semesters is subject to
dismissal from the college.
Academic Renewal
Removal from a student’s academic
record (for the purpose of computing
the grade point average) previously
recorded substandard academic
performance which is not reective of a
student’s demonstrated ability. Special
conditions must be met, and there is a
maximum of 18 units.
Add Permit
A form issued by an instructor upon
presentation of a valid ID Card which
permits the student to add the class if
the instructor determines that there is
room. Enrollment in the class is ofcial
only if the Add Permit is processed
by Admissions & Records before the
published deadline.
Administration
Ofcials of the college who direct and
supervise the activities of the institution.
Admissions and Records
The ofce that admits a student and
certies his or her legal record of
college work. The ofce also provides
legal statistical data for the college.
ADT
(See Associate Degree for Transfer)
Application for Admission A form upon
which the student enters identifying
data and requests admittance to a
specic semester or session. A student
may not register and enroll in classes
until the application has been accepted
and processed.
Assessment
The process the college uses to evaluate
student skills in areas such as reading,
writing, mathematics and English-as-a-
Second Language.
A.S.O.
The Associated Students Organization,
which conducts activities on behalf
of students. All enrolled students are
eligible to join.
Associate Degree (A.A. or A.S.)
A degree (Associate in Arts or Associate
in Science) granted by a community
college upon satisfactory completion
of an organized program of study
consisting of 60 to 64 semester units.
Associate Degree for Transfer
(ADT)
California Community Colleges are now
offering Associate Degrees for Transfer
(ADT) to the CSU.
These may include an Associate in
Art degree for Transfer (AA-T) or an
Associate in Science degree for
Transfer (AS-T). The ADT degrees are
designed to provide a clear pathway to
a CSU major and
baccalaureate degree.
Audit
A student’s attendance in a class
with permission of the instructor and
payment of a fee. No college credit nor
grade is given.
Bachelor’s Degree (B.A., B.S., A.B.)
A degree granted by a four-year
college or university upon satisfactory
completion of an organized program of
study consisting of 120 to 130 semester
units.
Career Certicate Program
A program designed for students who
are looking for instruction with a high
degree of specialization. Certicate
programs vary in length, may require
less than two years of full-time study,
and may be pursued on a part-time
basis. Student can request a Certicate
of Achievement or Skill Award. Units will
vary.
Career Program
A group of courses planned to lead to
competency in a particular eld of study
and to either a Career
Education Certicate or an A.A.
Degree.Certication Completion of a
body of transfer courses which meet
the general education requirements of
the California State University System
(CSU) and/or Intersegmental General
Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC).
IGETC will permit a student to transfer
from a community college to a campus
in either the University of California (UC)
System or California State University
(CSU) system.
Class Section
A group of registered students meeting
to study a particular course at a denite
time. Each section has a
section number listed in the Schedule
of Classes, and it appears in front of the
class meeting time.
College Catalog
A comprehensive publication containing
general information about the college;
procedures for admission and registration;
information about student services,
academic resources, student activities,
and academic policy; descriptions of
the different educational programs
and courses offered at the college;
and a listing of the college faculty and
departmental organization.
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Community College
A two-year college offering a wide range
of programs of study, many determined
by local community need.
Concurrent Enrollment
A student may enroll in two mutually
dependent courses within the same
semester and/or may simultaneously
enroll at both West Los Angeles
College (WLAC) and a high school or
another college.
Continuing Student
A student registering for classes who
attended the College during one of
the previous two semesters. A student
registering for the Fall
semester is a continuing student if he
or she attended the college during
the previous spring or Fall semesters;
attendance during the summer and/or
winter sessions are not included in this
determination.
Cooperative Education
An instructional program that is
designed to complement the student’s
academic training with realistic onthe-
job experiences.
Corequisite
A course required to be taken in
conjunction with another course.
Counseling
Guidance provided by professionals
in collegiate, vocational, social, and
personal matters.
Course
A particular portion of a subject
selected for study. A course is
identied by a subject title and course
number; for example: “Accounting 1.”
Course Title
A phrase descriptive of the course
content. The course title of Accounting 1
is “Introductory
Accounting 1.”
Credit-by-Examination Course
Unit credit granted for demonstrated
prociency through testing.
CSU Certication
General Education Requirements
(Transfer). See Certication
Disabled Students
Students who have special needs due to
physical, learning or
communicating impairments.
Dismissal
A student on academic or progress
probation for three semesters may be
dismissed from the college. Once
dismissed, the student may not attend
any college within the Los Angeles
Community College District for a period
of one year, and must petition for
readmittance at the end of that period.
Drop
A student’s ofcial withdrawal from a
class.
Educational Program
A planned sequence of credit courses
leading to a dened educational
objective such as an Associate
Degree or a Certicate.
Electives
Courses which a student may choose
without the restriction of a particular
major, program or curriculum;
optional, not required.
Enrollment
That part of the registration process
during which students select classes
by section number to reserve a space
and be placed on the class roster. A
student may also enroll in a class by
processing an Add Permit obtained
from the instructor of the class.
Full-Time Student
A student may be veried as a fulltime
student if he or she is enrolled and active
in 12 or more units during the spring or
Fall, or up to 7 units during winter or
summer semesters.
General Education Requirements
(Lower Division Breadth Requirements).
A group of courses
selected from several disciplines
which are required for graduation.
Grade Point Average (GPA)
A measure of academic achievement
used in decisions on probation,
graduation, and transfer. The GPA is
determined by dividing the total grade
points earned by the number of units
attempted.
Grade Points
The numerical value of a college letter
grade whereby: A = 4, B = 3, C= 2, D=
1, and F = 0.
Grade Points Earned
Grade points times the number of
units for a class.
Graduate
A student Certied as having satised
academic requirements.
IGETC
Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum A general
education program which transfer
students use to fulll lower-division
general education requirements in the
CSU or UC system without the need,
after transfer, to take additional lower
division general education classes.
Depending on the transfer campus,
there may be additional non-GE
lower-division graduation
requirements to be met (e.g., a
foreign language, multi-cultural
studies), as well as upper division
general education requirements.
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INC
Incomplete. The administrative
symbol “INC” is recorded on the student’s
permanent record in situations in which
the student has not been able to complete
a course due to circumstances beyond
the student’s control. The student must
complete the course within one year after
the end of the semester, or the “INC”
reverts to a letter grade determined by the
instructor. Courses in which the student has
received an incomplete (“INC”) may not be
repeated unless the “INC” is removed and
has been replaced by a grade of “D” or “F.”
This does not apply to courses which are
repeatable for
additional credit.
IP
In Progress. An “IP” is recorded on
the student’s permanent record at the
end of the rst semester of a course
which continues over parts or all of two
semesters. The grade is recorded at the
end of the semester in which the course
ends.
Lower Division
Courses at the freshman and
sophomore levels of college.
Major
A planned series of courses and
activities selected by a student for
special emphasis which is designed
to teach certain skills and knowledge.
Matriculation
A combination of assessment of
reading, writing, and mathematics skills;
orientation to college programs
and services; academic advising and
counseling; and the programs and
services that enable a student to reach
his or her educational goals.
Minor
The subject eld of study which a
student chooses for secondary
emphasis.
Module
A portion of a parent course offered for
the benet of students who may not
prove successful in attempting the work
of the entire course in one semester.
Students should, when possible, attempt
to complete all modules of a parent
course in one year. A module is identied
by a letter in the course number eld.
NDA
Non-degree applicable credit courses
that do not apply toward a degree and
are not transferable.
No Pass (NP)
A grade that a student receives in place
of a letter grade, and is equivalent to a
D or below.
Non-Penalty Drop Period
The rst four weeks of a regular semester
during which a student’s enrollment in
a class is not recorded on the student’s
permanent record if the student drops
by the deadline. This deadline will be
different for short-term, summer and
winter session courses.
Parent Course
A course which may be offered in
modules. Credit for all modules of a
parent course is equivalent to credit for
the parent course. Parent courses are
all courses without letters in the course
number eld.
Pass/No Pass
A form of grading whereby a student
receives a grade of P or NP instead of
an A, B, C, D, or F. “P” is assigned for
class work equivalent to a grade of C or
above.
Permit to Register
A form listing an appointment day and
time during which a student may register.
The permit is issued to all new students
upon acceptance to the college, and to all
continuing students.
Prerequisite
A requirement that must be satised
before enrolling in a particular course -
usually a previous course, orachievement
of a certain test score level.
Progress Probation
A student who has enrolled in 12 or
more units and has received a W, NP,
or INC (Incomplete) in 50 percent or
more of the units attempted is placed
on progress probation. A student whose
cumulative number of units for which a
W, NP, or INC has been assigned equals
50 percent or more for three consecutive
semesters is subject to dismissal from
the college.
RD
Report Delayed. This temporary
administrative symbol is recorded on the
student’s permanent record when a course
grade has not been received from the
instructor. It is changed to a letter grade
when the grade report is received.
Registration
The process whereby a continuing, new,
or returning student whose application
has been accepted formally enters the
College for a specic semester and
receives an ID card. The student may
enroll in open classes as part of the
registration process.
Returning Student
A student who was previously enrolled,
but who did not attend the College
during the previous two semesters.
Attendance during the summer and/or
winter sessions is not included in this
determination. A student registering for
the Fall semester is a returning student
only if he or she did not attend the
college during the spring semester.
Attendance during the summer session
is not included in this determination.
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Schedule of Classes
The booklet used during registration
which gives the Subject Title, Course
Number, Course Title, Units, Time,
Instructor, and Location of all classes
offered in a given semester.
Section Number
A four-digit class identication number
which appears in the rst column in the
schedule of classes before the time of
day (or evening) the class, meets.
Section Transfer
A form issued by an instructor upon
presentation of a valid ID Card which
permits the student to transfer from
another section of the same class if the
instructor determines so. The section
transfer is ofcial only if the Section
Transfer Permit is processed by the
Admissions & Records Ofce.
SEP
An individualized “Student Educational
Plan” developed by a counselor in
conjunction with the student.
Semester
One-half of the academic year-usually
15 weeks.
Skills Certicate
Completion of up to 17 units that meets
a program’s requirements.
Subject
A division into which knowledge
customarily is assembled for study,
such as Art, Mathematics, or Zoology.
Subject Deciency
Lack of credit for a course or courses
required for some particular objective,
such as graduation or acceptance by
another institution.
Transcript
A student’s permanent record, and
an ofcial list of all courses taken at
a college or university showing the
nal grade received for each course.
Changing from one collegiate
institution to another after having met
the requirements for admission to the
second institution.
Transfer Course
A course designed to match the content
of a lower-division course at a four-year
institution, and for which credit may be
transferred to that institution.
Transferable Units
College units earned through satisfactory
completion of courses which have been
articulated with
four- year institutions.
Units
The amount of college credit earned
by satisfactory completion of a specic
course taken for one semester. Each
unit represents one hour per week of
lecture or recitation, or a longer time
in a laboratory or on other exercises
requiring outside preparation.
Units Attempted
Total number of units in all courses for
which a student received a grade of A,
B, C, P, D, or F.
Units Completed
Total number of units in all courses for
which a student received a grade of A,
B, C, P, or D.
Units Enrolled
Total number of units in which the
student is enrolled at the end of the non-
penalty drop period. The total number
of units for all courses appearing on the
student’s transcript.
“W”
An administrative symbol assigned to
a student’s permanent record for all
classes which a student has dropped,
or has been excluded from by the
instructor, after the end of the non-
penalty drop date, but before the last
day to drop.
Withdrawal
The action a student takes in dropping
all classes during any one semester and
discontinuing
coursework at the college.
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