Prerequisite: ENGL 111 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory

(CAN ENGL 2; CAN ENGL SEQ A = ENGL 120 + 121)

Randitional freshman composition course.  Students will study the lements and principles of composition through the practice of writing narrative and expository essays and a research paper.  Utilizing word processing in thecomputer lab., revision is stressed as a means of achieving effective skills in writing.  Assigned readings stimulate critical thinking and effective writing.  Emphasis on using outside sources, documenting them according to MLA format.
UC, CSU, AA/AS GE, IGETC, CSU GE

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Prerequisite:  None
Corequisite:  None
Recommended Preparation: None
2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory

The statewide program in physical education for elementary schools forms the basis for this course.  Includes the study of child development, personality development, analysis and practice of fundamental skills, selection of activities, organizational materials and evaluation of teaching ability.
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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

Fundamental real estate course covering the basic laws and principles of California real estate.  Provides understanding, background and terminology necessary for advanced study in specialized courses.  Of assistance to those preparing for the real estate license examinations.
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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

Study of economic factors which determine the market and location of real property invensments.
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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

In this introductory course students learn how to examine, compare, analyze, evaluate, interpret, and discuss works of visual art within their cultural contexts.  Art media for study will include drawing, painting, printmaking, photogrpahy, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, file, architecture, etc.  Works for examination will encompass representative artistic styles from western and other major world cultures, and will also include the artistic contributions of women and minority cultures.
UC, CSU, AA/AS GE, IGETC, CSU GE

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Prerequisite: Varies with topic
Corequisite: Varies with topic
Recommended Preparation: Varies with topic
1-9 hours

Selected topics in Child Development not covered by regular catalog offerings.  Course content and unit credit to be determined by the Office of Instruction and faculty.  May be offered in a seminar, lecture and/or laboratory format.
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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

Introduction to principles of economic analysis, economic instututions and issues of public policy.  Emphasis on macroanalysis including national income accounting, money and banking, business cycles and economic stabilization.
UC, CSU, AA/AS GE, IGET, CSU GE

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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

Modern World History explores the background and development of the global society from early modern times to the present.  Emphasizes cultural, imperial and industrial inerconnections between societies, both western and non-western.
UC credit limit, CSU, AA/AS GE, IGETC, CSU GE

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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: Credit in MATH 088 or equivalent
5 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory

Emphasizes mathematical reasoning, problem solving, and real-world applications using numerical, algebraic and graphical models.  Topics include problem-solving techniques, algebraic expressions polynomials, linear and quadratic equations, linear inequalities, linear and nonlinear graphs, systems of linear equations in two variables, integer exponents, proportions, and radicals.  Selection and application of appropriate graphing utility and/or computer program to interpret, model and analyze a collection of data or application problems.  Computational techniques developed in pre-algebra are prerequisite skills for this course.  Recommended for students with little or no recent knowledge of algebra.
Offered as Credit/No Credit only.  Non-associate degree applicable.

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Prerequisite: MATH 110 with a grade of "C" or better
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
4 hours lecture

Concepts and applications of algebra and polynomial calculus.  Designed for students in business, social sciences and behavioral scienes.  Not open to students with credit in MATH 180.
UC credit limit, CSU, AA/AS GE, IGETC, CSU GE

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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

The role of the paralegal including business development, client contract, ethical responsibilities, investigative fact finding, law office management and legal restrictions are the main focus of this course.  Students will also be introduced to the functions of statutes, case law, administrative regulations and constitutions within the legal system.
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Prerequisite: PARA 100
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

The law of wills, estates and estate administration including testate and intestate estates, and law of decent and distribution will be discussed.
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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
1 hour lecture

Prepares students to adjust to the academic community by learning to study effectively in given time limitations.  Emphasizes time management, textbook mastery, research skills, goal-setting, note taking and memory.
Offered as Credit/No Credit only.

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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
1 hour lecture

Preparation for the California Department of Real Estate Salesperson's or Broker's examination.
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Prerequisite: Varies with topic
Corequisite: Varies with topic
Recommended Preparation: Varies with topic
1-9 hours

Selected topics in Child Development not covered by regular catalog offerings.  Course content and unit credit to be determined by the Office of Instruction and faculty.  May be offered in a seminar, lecture and/or laboratory format.
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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
4 hours lecture

Study of basic music theory including notation, rhythms, scales, intervals, triads and sight-singing.  Introduction to basic rhythm instruments and development of keyboard facility and vocal skill.  Designed for preschool/elementary education majors and non-music majors.
UC, CSU

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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: CD None
3 hours lecture

Day-to-day operations in real estate roles and brokerage including listing, prospecting, advertising, financing, sales techniques, escrow and ethics.
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Prerequisite: ENG 111 or ESL 106
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

Development of the ability to analyze, organize, and compose various types of written and oral business communications with emphasis on the writing of clear, concise and persuasive letters, memos, and reports.  Note:  All assignments must be typed.
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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

(CAN SPCH 4)

Offers an opportunity for general improvement in the basic process of public speaking with emphasis on individual to audience contexts.  Introduction to rhetorical theory is included. Attention to basic elements of topic selection, analysis of diverse audiences, research, organization, argumentation and delivery of speeches and presentations.
UC, CSU, AA/AS GE, IGETC, CSU GE

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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

Introduction to principles of economic analysis, economic institutions and issues of public policy.  Emphasis on the direction of production, allocation of resources, distribution of income through the price system (microanalysis) and international economics.
UC, CSU, AA/AS GE, IGETC, CSU GE

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Prerequisite: ENGL 120 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory

Designed to develop critical thinking, reading and writing skills beyond the level achieved in ENGL 120.  Focuses on the development of logical reasoning and analytical and argumentative writing skills.
UC, CSU, IGETC, CSU GE

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Prerequisite: Credit in MATH 090 or equivalent
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
5 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory

Application of graphic, numeric and analytical methods to model, interpret and solve real-world problems involving: linear, quadratic, rational, radical, exponential and logarithmic functions; systems of linear and quadratic equations or inequalities; and absolute value equations or inequalities.  Selection and application of appropriate graphing utility and/or computer program to interpret, model and analyze a collection of data and/or application problems.  Additional topics include conic sections and an introduction to matrices and determinants.  Computational techniques developed in beginning algebra are prerequisite skills for this course.  Appropriate for students with knowledge of beginning algebra or who have had at least two years of high school algebra but have not used it for several years.  Maximum of five 5 units can be earned for taking MATH 103 and 110.
AA/AS GE

Prerequisite: MATH 125 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture

In blending the mathematical topics of rationals and reals, statistics, probability, measurement, coordinate geometry, logic, relations, functions and computer literacy, the course will investigate the interrelationships of these topics using a problem solving approach.
UC credit limit, CSU, IGTEC, CSU GE

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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hour lecture

Fundamentals of the formation of business entities such as a sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations are included.  Students will prepare documents regarding the formation of such organizations.
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Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hour lecture

Study of the law governing real property, its sale, lease or other conveyance.  Instruments utilized in conveyance or lease of such property will be examined and drafted.
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