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Welcome to Ventura College.
We have a proud tradition of innovative programs, outstanding faculty, excellent academic
offerings, and a beautiful campus. Ventura College can help you reach your professional and
personal goals.
Ventura College is a long-standing, unique resource in our community, having served four
generations of students since we opened our doors in 1925. Students attending our College can earn
associate’s degrees or complete certificates in more than 100 programs, learn a new profession or
sharpen their vocational skills, all while participating in student activities, leadership and athletics.
VC is very successful at transferring students to four-year universities: We are among the top
20% of all California Community Colleges (CCCs) transferring students to the University of California
(UC) system, and in the top third of CCCs transferring students to the California State University
system. Officially designated a Hispanic-serving institution by the U.S. Department of Education,
Ventura College is among the top 10% of CCCs accounting for Hispanic students transferring to the
UC system, and we are nationally recognized for our success rate in awarding associate’s degrees
to Hispanic students.
More than 12,500 students enroll at Ventura College every semester. Our students range from
high school students earning early college credits through our Middle College Academy to retirees
participating in our Emeritus Institute, and all those in between who are pursing degrees, sharpening
their professional skills, or just having fun learning a new hobby. Our goal is to continue to provide
educational programs that will meet the life-long learning and employment aspirations of our diverse
student population.
Our lush campus is receiving a $117 million face-lift as a result of the passage of a bond in
2002. Virtually every building on campus will be renovated or replaced. The newest addition is a
magnificent 100,000 square foot Library and Learning Resource Center that will have its own
B.E.A.C.H. —- an acronym for “Best Environment for Access to Computers and Help.” The
B.E.A.C.H. area will accommodate 360 computers, serve as a lab for reading, writing, study skills,
learning skills for EAC students, foreign languages, and nursing, and still have 180 computers for
drop-by use. A new Planetarium, High Tech Center, Health Sciences Building, and athletics facilities
will follow the completion of the LRC.
We offer a variety of support services to ensure your success, including academic and career
counseling, tutoring, and a center for students with learning and physical disabilities. Our financial
aid office can guide you in exploring the maze of student assistance plans. Our child development
center provides developmentally appropriate toddler and preschool programs.
Education can fit into your busy schedule, with choices of day and evening classes, and a variety
of locations including the Ventura campus, the East Campus in Santa Paula, and other sites in
Ventura, Ojai, Fillmore and Piru. We have television, video and vastly expanded online course
offerings. Through technology, virtually every aspect of a quality education is available to the student
who might not otherwise be able to attend classes.
Michael D. Gregoryk
Acting President
FROM THE PRESIDENT
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VISION STATEMENT
Ventura College is an educational leader providing a positive and accessible learning
environment that is responsive to the needs of students, promotes success, develops students to
their full potential, creates lifelong learners, and fosters positive human values for successful living
and membership in a global environment. The College is a national model of how institutions of
higher learning can combine innovative programs, student support, and instructional technologies to
provide outstanding learning opportunities and community services.
MISSION STATEMENT
Ventura College is a comprehensive community college with a long-standing tradition of active
outreach and service to local and global communities. Originally landscaped to be an arboretum,
Ventura College remains a beautiful, unique campus with a special interest in the study and
preservation of the environment.
The College offers a comprehensive curriculum with a diverse selection of disciplines, learning
approaches and teaching methods. It is a leader in providing instruction and support for students with
disabilities. Educational experiences provided by Ventura College include classes in basic skills;
courses for high school students; programs for students seeking an associate’s degree, certificate or
license for job placement and advancement; curricula for students planning to transfer; training
programs for such organizations as agriculture, business, education, health care, and government;
and other educational activities to meet learning and employment needs.
The College community is made up of a dedicated, caring and diverse team of professionals who
are committed to assisting all students in achieving their personal and professional goals and
developing their full potential in an ever-changing cultural, socioeconomic, and technological world. It
does this by providing support services and co-curricular experiences to educate the whole person,
one with the knowledge, critical thinking skills and judgment to be a responsible leader and citizen in
an open, democratic and diverse society.
As one of the oldest community colleges in California, Ventura College has a strong and deep
connection to the community. It fulfills its long-standing responsibility for enhancing the quality of life
of Ventura County by aligning its programs and services to the regional needs, being receptive to
requests from the community, and forming unique partnerships.
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STATEMENT OF VALUES
The Ventura College community is committed to following a set of enduring core Values that
guide it through changing times and give rise to its Vision, Mission and Goals.
Respect
We believe in the personal dignity and full potential of every individual and
in fostering positive human values in the classroom and in all our
interactions.
Integrity
We are committed to maintaining an open, honest and ethical
environment.
Quality
We are dedicated to achieving excellence in the broad range of academic
programs and services we provide to our students and the community.
Collegiality
We are committed to creating a professional and supportive environment
where students, faculty, and staff can achieve personal growth and
fulfillment.
Access
We believe it is essential to provide and nurture learning opportunities for
all individuals.
Innovation
We recognize that change is constant and that it is imperative that we
continually evaluate our performance and seek new and improved
approaches to providing educational programs and services.
Diversity
We are dedicated to embracing and responding to our increasingly diverse
student body.
Service
Ventura College values its importance to the community and is dedicated
to enhancing the community’s quality of life and to meeting its needs.
Collaboration
We believe that better results are achieved by working together, whether
as colleagues on College issues and decisions or by actively seeking to
form partnerships with other organizations to address mutual Goals.
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STATEMENT OF GOALS
1. Develop and maintain excellent educational programs and services in a unique
learning environment where individuals can fulfill their personal and professional
dreams.
2. Increase enrollments at Ventura College and access to post-secondary education
for all.
3. Expand the use of instructional and administrative technology to make Ventura
College a recognized leader of technology among California Community Colleges.
4. Foster a climate that promotes and reflects Ventura College’s core values.
5. Create and expand programs to attract outstanding and diverse professionals to
Ventura College and provide training programs that enable all to be active
members of the learning community, to achieve their long-term professional goals,
and to meet student and regional needs.
6. Create a physical environment that generates pride and supports Ventura
College’s Mission, Goals and initiatives.
7. Form partnerships with educational, business, and other organizations that will
achieve mutual goals and strengthen the College and the region.
8. Create a strong, unified image that reflects Ventura College’s aspirations and
importance to the campus and external communities.
9. Enhance the financial strength of the College by aligning its resources with its
Mission and Goals, continuously improving operational efficiency, and acquiring
new revenue sources.
10. Continuously improve institutional effectiveness by defining a clear and distinctive
Mission, establishing an ongoing collaborative planning process, maintaining
participatory governance, and gathering and utilizing relevant data to assess the
College’s progress toward fulfilling its Mission and Goals.
CREDITS
Cover Design – Barbara Harvey, Ventura College
Photos – Barbara Harvey, Angelica Ramos-Navarro and Alisa Sparkia Moore
Production – Christina L. Garcia
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Studying in the courtyard of the old D.R. Henry library
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Information ....................................................................................... 9
Campus Telephone Numbers ........................................................................ 10
Admissions Information ................................................................................ 11
Academic Calendar ....................................................................................... 19
Academic Policies ......................................................................................... 20
Instructional Support Services ...................................................................... 27
Student Services ........................................................................................... 29
Special Programs .......................................................................................... 35
Degrees, Programs, Transfer Information ..................................................... 37
Announcement of Courses ............................................................................ 81
Credit Courses ............................................................................................... 85
Non-credit Courses ....................................................................................... 213
Faculty and Administration ............................................................................ 215
Appendices:
Student Conduct Code............................................................................. 223
Student Grievance Procedure .................................................................. 225
Privacy Rights Governing Student Records............................................. 226
Academic Freedom .................................................................................. 227
Solicitation ............................................................................................... 228
Publicity Code and Information Dissemination ........................................ 228
Use of Student Image, Likeness or Voice Captured at Public Events ...... 228
Parking & Campus Traffic ....................................................................... 228
Equal Opportunity Statement ................................................................... 230
Student’s Right-to-Know ......................................................................... 231
Policy on Harrassment/Discrimination .................................................... 231
Sexual Assault ......................................................................................... 233
Student Financial Services ...................................................................... 236
Student’s Right-to-Know Campus Security and Crime Awareness ......... 239
Glossary of College Terms ............................................................................ 240
Index .............................................................................................................. 243
Maps.............................................................................................................. 245
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Looking toward the new Library and Learning Resources Center (LRC) building (Dec. 2003) scheduled to open Fall 2004
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Accreditation
Ventura College is one of California’s 109 public community
colleges and is subject to the legal provisions of the state. Ventura
College is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools
and Colleges.
College Services
At Ventura College, there is a strong commitment to equal
opportunity for all students who choose to attend and can profit
from the educational courses and programs. All people are welcome
to the college family. Various offices and associations
promote the efforts of underrepresented people to become students.
Students interested in assistance from these support groups
and offices should make the appropriate contact.
The Advantages of a Community College
Ventura College offers students some very special opportunities
not found at four-year colleges and universities. We put
students and teaching first, with smaller classes and more individual
attention from staff, counselors, and instructors.
We are the convenient equivalent to lower division university
studies and provide smooth and secure transfer to four-year
schools.
We welcome all students, whether just out of high school or
returning to school after a period of work or home responsibilities.
Any student who can benefit from our classes is welcome to
attend.
We are the obvious “best-buy” in higher education—fees are
low, quality is high.
College and the Community
Though Ventura College draws students from other California
regions, as well as other states and foreign countries, there is a
particularly strong bond between the campus and the communities
which surround it. For decades, Ventura College stood alone
as the only postsecondary institution in the county, and, as a
result, the College counts as friends, supporters, and alumni,
thousands of people from across the Oxnard plain and the Santa
Clara, Ojai, Conejo and Simi Valleys. In many of these areas, but
particularly in the west county, Ventura College is known as “the
College.’’
Today, Ventura College maintains the same strong commitments
with its community. The Ventura County Master Chorale shares
rehearsal space, professional leadership, and student personnel
with the College. The performances of College drama, music, opera,
dance, and athletic groups and teams draw enthusiastic support
from the community, as do professional and student artists who
exhibit in the two College galleries. In addition to these curricular
activities, special noncredit courses and other events, performances,
and excursions keep the community focused on the College as an
exciting cultural and recreational center.
In 1985, the Ventura College Foundation was activated by the
College President and a group of education-minded business and
professional people from the community. The purpose of the
Foundation is to support the goals and services of the College by
building and shaping community support. By the end of 1986, the
Foundation’s base of support had grown to the point where it
GENERAL INFORMATION
appointed an executive director, and set as a capital project goal
a new campus building to house tutoring and testing services in
addition to providing a place for community meetings. Guthrie Hall
was dedicated in November 1989.
The Foundation continues to build support for its ongoing
projects of student scholarships and staff study grants and is
developing plans for new building projects. If you think it is time
to say “thank you’’ to Ventura College, call the Foundation at (805)
654-6461 and become involved.
Alumni Association
The Ventura College Alumni & Friends Association was created
to foster a spirit of friendship and philanthropy among alumni and
friends for scholarships, newsletters, reunions, and special events.
For additional information, contact the Ventura College Foundation
at (805) 654-6461, or visit the Web site www.venturacollege.edu/
foundation/index.htm
History
Community college education in Ventura County began in 1925
when a junior college department was added at Ventura Union
High School, on the site now occupied by Cabrillo Middle School.
In 1929, the Ventura High School District adopted the four-four
plan of secondary education: four years of junior high school
(grades 7-10) and four years of high school/junior college (grades
11-14). The next year, the Ventura Junior College, as the senior
four-year school came to be known, was moved to a new campus
at Main and Catalina Streets in Ventura, the current campus of
Ventura High School.
In 1952, responding to recommendations from a commissioned
study concerning population growth and building needs,
the Ventura High School District adopted a 3-3-2 organization.
Ventura Junior College became Ventura College, a two-year institution
for the freshman and sophomore years of college.
In 1955, the College moved to its present 112-acre hillside
campus at 4667 Telegraph Road in the eastern part of Ventura.
The current student enrollment of the College for day and evening
classes both on-campus and off-campus (Fillmore, Ojai, Piru,
Santa Paula) is approximately 12,500. The East Campus has been
added in Santa Paula.
The citizens of Ventura County voted in 1962 to form a community
college district separate from any other public school entity.
Ventura College has since grown into a comprehensive community
college serving a diverse population of college-age and adult
students who pursue a wide variety of transfer, vocational, and
other educational goals. Today the Ventura County Community
College District includes two additional colleges—Moorpark and
Oxnard. The District Offices are centrally located in Camarillo.
In March 2002, the Ventura County voters approved a $356
million general obligation bond to renovate and expand all three
campuses and the District training facilities for police, fire, and
sheriff’s officers. The funds will also support the development of
satellite facilities in the Santa Clara River Valley for Ventura College
and the Conejo Valley for Moorpark College.
The first Ventura College building using bond funds is the new
Library and Learning Resources Center scheduled to open in the
Fall 2004.
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For general information call:
From Ventura, Ojai, Saticoy, all others not
specifically listed:
(805) 654-6400, (805) 656-0546.
From Oxnard, Camarillo, Port Hueneme:
(805) 986-5855 - connect to Ventura College
From Moorpark, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Agoura:
(805) 378-1500 - connect to Ventura College
Admissions and Records ....................................... 654-6457
Assessment /Testing Center ................................... 654-6402
Bilingual College Services ...................................... 654-6484
Bookstore .................................................................. 654-6485
CalWORKs ................................................................. 477-2021
Campus Police .......................................................... 654-6486
Career Center ........................................................... 654-6411
Child Development Center ..................................... 648-8930
Community Education............................................. 654-6459
Counseling Center ................................................... 654-6448
D.R. Henry Library ................................................... 654-6482
Educational Assistance Center
(formerly Disabled Students Center) ............... 654-6300
TDD only.. ............................................................ 642-4583
Extended Opportunity Program and
Services (EOPS) .................................................. 654-6302
Financial Aid Office ................................................. 654-6369
Institute of Comm. and Prof. Development........ 648-8904
International Student Center .................................. 654-6323
Math Center ............................................. 654-6400 ext.3255
Matriculation Office ................................................. 654-6493
Personnel Services .................................................. 654-6465
Public Relations ........................................................ 654-6462
Re-entry and Women's Center............................... 654-6365
Reserve Academy .................................................... 987-7413
Scholarships (Foundation)...................................... 654-6461
Student Activities Office ........................................ 654-6487
Student Business Office ......................................... 654-6488
Student Business Fax ......................................... 648-8950
Student Health Center ............................................ 654-6346
Student Payroll ........................................ 654-6400 ext.1351
Transfer Center ......................................................... 654-6473
Tutoring Center ........................................................ 648-8926
Ventura College Foundation .................................. 654-6461
Veteran’s Affairs ....................................................... 654-6457
IMPORTANT CAMPUS
PHONE NUMBERS
PRESIDENTIAL HISTORY
Over it’s nearly 80 years, Ventura College has had exemplary
leadership. That leadership was provided by:
H.O. Wise ............................... 1925-1928
Melrowe Martin ..................... 1928-1929
Amos E. Clark ........................ 1929-1931
D.R. Henry .............................. 1931-1953
Hugh Price .............................. 1953-1956
Phil Putnam ............................ 1956-1960
Ed Rowins............................... 1960-1966
Dr. Richard E. Loehr ............. 1967-1974
Dr. Richard A. Glenn............. 1974-1992
Dr. Robert W. Long ............... 1985-1992
Dr. Jesus Carreón ................. 1992-1995
Dr. Larry A. Calderón ........... 1995-2004
OFFICES OF THE DEANS
Arts and Sciences.................................................... 654-6339
Business, Resources Development,
Community Education,
Off-Campus Programs...................................... 654-6368
Criminal Justice, Technology, Music
and Reserve Academy ..................................... 654-6470
Evening Supervisor ................................................. 654-6483
Health and Human Performance ........................... 654-6348
Liberal Arts and Learning Resources ................... 654-6468
Student Development ............................................. 654-6455
Student Services ...................................................... 654-6487
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
President .................................................................... 654-6460
Executive Vice President of Student Learning... 654-6464
Vice President of Business Services .................... 654-6354
Arts and Sciences.................................................... 654-6339
EAST CAMPUS
East Campus at Santa Paula .................................. 525-7136
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Eligibility
Admission to Ventura College is open to any California resident
who possesses a high school diploma or equivalent (certificate of
proficiency, GED), or any adult 18 years of age or older who may
benefit from instruction offered. Exceptions are considered by
petition for special admissions programs noted elsewhere in this
section. High school graduates under 18 years of age shall
provide an official transcript verifying their graduation or its
equivalent. Students entering any of the public community colleges
of California are subject to the residency requirements as determined
by the state of California.
A student who is a resident of another state may be admitted
under conditions stipulated by the governing board and on payment
of nonresident tuition, enrollment and health fees. A student who
is a citizen and resident of another country (international student)
may be admitted under conditions stipulated by the governing
board and on payment of an application processing fee, nonresident
tuition and foreign student surcharge, enrollment and health fees.
Consult the "Fees" section and Appendix "XIII" of this catalog for
more information on nonresident tuition, fees and refunds.
The right of a student to attend any community college in this
District is conditioned by certain admissions and residency
qualifications as provided by law. Students disqualified from other
institutions must petition to be admitted by the Office of the
Registrar.
Further information is listed under residency requirements.
Admission Procedures
New Students: Students attending Ventura College for the firsttime
must file an application for admission and attend a new
student orientation, assessment and advisement session.
Applications may be completed online at www.venturacollege.edu.
Find the online application under “Quick Links” or click on the
“Student Central” logo and choose to “Apply for admission.”
Applications may also be filed in-person at the Admissions Office.
Students who complete orientation, assessment and advisement
activities will be eligible for an early registration date.
Continuing Students: Students who have attended within the
last year must update personal information (address, phone) and
academic goal information before they register each semester.
This may be done online when you register, or in-person at the
Admissions Office before your registration appointment date.
Returning Students: Students who are returning to Ventura
College after an absence of one year must file an Application for
Admission in-person or online at www.venturacollege.edu. Find
the online application under “Quick Links” or click on the “Student
Central” logo and choose “Apply for Admission.”
All Students: Must have official transcripts of all previous high
school, college, and university coursework sent to the Admissions
Office. Additional information is provided under transcript
requirements.
Online Admissions and Records Services
Students may access the following Admissions and Records
services online at www.venturacollege.edu by clicking on the
Student Central logo:
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•Apply for Admission
•Check registration appointments
•Register for classes
•Search for classes using the “Searchable Schedule,” customize
the search with available options
•Add and drop classes
•Pay fees with Visa or Mastercard
•Change your mailing address and phone numbers
•Change your PIN to a personalized PIN
•Update your major and educational goals
•View your class schedule
•View your academic records (courses, units, GPA)
•View unpaid fees and holds
Registration Procedures
Ventura College offers registration online, by telephone and inperson.
All students must have an application on file, and must
have completed or waived the three student matriculation activities
of orientation, assessment and advisement before they receive a
registration appointment. Registration appointments are available
online at least one week prior to the beginning of registration.
•Registration Calendar is available online and in the printed
Schedule of Classes each semester.
•Access WebSTAR online at www.venturacollege.edu and
click on “Student Central” logo or find “Register Online” under the
“Quick Links.”
•STAR Telephone (805) 384-8200.
•In-person at the Admissions Office, occurs late in the
registration calendar.
•Late Registration and Program Adjustment: begins on the
first day of instruction for full semester classes. Differs for shortterm
classes, therefore students should be registered on or before
the first day of a short-term class. See the Registration Calendar
for more information.
•Registration in a Closed Class: Always requires permission
of the instructor, and must be completed by the end of the Late
Registration and Program Adjustment period. Attend the first
available class meeting, get an “Authorization to Add Code” from
the instructor, and register for the class online using WebSTAR, or
in-person at the Admissions Office.
Residency Requirements
The determination of legal residence is a complex matter.
Students will be required to present various kinds of documentation
for purposes of the final determination. All questions as to legal
residence and the exceptions allowed under California law shall be
directed to the Admissions and Records Office.
The right of a student to attend any public community college in
California is conditioned by certain residency qualifications set
forth in the California Education Code as follows:
California Residents
To qualify as a California resident, a student must have legally
resided in California for one year and one day prior to the beginning
of the semester he or she is planning to attend.
Students who have lived in California for more than one year but
less than two years will be asked to show proof of legal California
residence. The burden of proof lies with the student, who must
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present documentation of both physical presence in the state for
at least one year and one day, and intent to establish permanent
California residence. Failure to present such proofs will result in
a nonresident classification for admission and tuition purposes.
A complete list of acceptable proofs of residence is available from
the Admissions and Records Office.
Students who are former residents of California and have been
absent from the State, but who attended a California high school
for three years and graduated from a California high school may
be eligible for exemption from the requirement to pay nonresident
tuition fees while they reestablish their legal residence in the State.
Contact the Admissions and Records Office for more information
on AB540.
Nonresidents
A nonresident is a student who has lived in California continuously
for less than one year and one day prior to the beginning of the
semester he or she is planning to attend, or who is unable to
present proof of intent to establish permanent California residency.
Students classified as nonresidents shall pay nonresident tuition
fees in addition to mandatory enrollment and health fees. Conduct
inconsistent with a claim for California residence includes but is
not limited to:
•being an actively registered voter in another state
•petitioning for divorce in another state
•attending an out-of-state educational institution as a resident
of that state
•declaring nonresident status for California state income tax
purposes
•maintaining a driver’s license or vehicle registration from
another state
International Students
International students (F1, F2, M1, M2 visas) and persons who
hold the following nonimmigrant visas (B, C, D, H2, H3, J, O, P,
Q1, TN, TD, TWOV, U, WB, WT) are citizens and residents of
another country. Eligibility for admission is determined by the type
and current status of the visa. If eligible for admission, students
present in the United States under these visa types are classified
as International students and required to pay nonresident tuition
fees in addition to the mandatory enrollment and health fees for
each semester of attendance. Contact the International Student
Office for more information.
Students who hold certain types of visas approved by the
Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (formerly known
as the Immigration and Naturalization Service or INS) may be
eligible for admission as well as residence classification for tuition
purposes. Visa types eligible to establish residence include: A, E,
G, H1B, HIC, H4, I, K, L, N, NATO, O1, O3, Q2, Q3, R, S, T, V. Proof
of current visa status must be submitted to the Admission and
Records Office. Contact the International Student Office for more
information.
Students residing in the United States who do not possess a
visa or other documentation issued by the Bureau of Citizenship
and Immigration Services may be eligible for exemption from the
requirement to pay nonresident tuition fees. The student must
have attended a California high school for at least three years and
graduated from a California high school. Contact the Admissions
and Records Office for more information on AB540. This exemption
does not apply to students who hold nonimmigrant visas.
Military Personnel and Dependents
Military personnel who are stationed in California on active duty
are exempt from the requirement to pay nonresident tuition for the
duration of their active duty assignment to California. Eligibility for
the exemption does not mean the individual is classified as a
California resident. Persons eligible for the exemption may not be
eligible for certain types of financial aid or assistance. The exemption
does not apply to members of the armed forces assigned to
California solely for educational purposes.
Spouses and dependents of military personnel who meet the
above description are also exempt from the requirement to pay
nonresident tuition. Eligibility for the exemption does not mean an
individual is classified as a resident. Persons eligible for the
exemption may not be eligible for certain types of financial aid or
assistance. The exemption applies only to dependents whose
sponsor is assigned to California on active duty.
Minors as Special Admission Students
In accordance with the California Education Code, minors may
be permitted to take college courses under very specific
circumstances. The intent of Special Admissions is to provide
minors who can benefit from advanced scholastic and vocational
education the opportunity to take college-level courses that are not
available through their primary school or other alternatives.
Ventura College permits high school students to enroll in Ventura
College courses as Special High School Admission students. The
College may admit other minors, in accordance with the California
Education Code, who can demonstrate the ability to benefit from
advanced (college-level) scholastic and vocational education.
Such students are considered Special Admission students, or
Special Full-Time Admission students, depending on their
circumstances. See below for specific information on Special Fulltime
Admission status.
Special High School Admission and Special Admission Students
are required to complete and submit an application for college
admission (online or in-person), a Special Admission packet that
includes the Recommendation for Special Admission (required
every semester), Memorandum of Understanding and Medical
Treatment Release form, a transcript (high school students), a
letter from the principal attesting to the student’s ability to benefit
from advanced scholastic or vocational education (through grade
8), and may be requested to provide additional documentation as
needed. Parents and students applying for Special Full-time
Admission status must contact the Registrar’s Office. See
information below regarding this category of special admission.
Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, once a
student is attending an institution of postsecondary education, all
rights pertaining to the inspection, review and release of his/her
educational records belong to the student without regard to the
student's age. Therefore, all students, regardless of age, must
provide written consent for release of their transcripts. For more
information, see the Student Privacy section in this Catalog.
Fees
Special High School Admission students who are enrolled in 11
or fewer units, and other minors in Special Admission status are
exempt from paying the enrollment fee. Nonresident tuition, health
fee, student center fee, and materials fees (if applicable) still
apply; however, students may request the college to waive
nonresident tuition by providing a letter from their primary school
requiring that the courses taken be used for high school credit
only. Exemption does not apply to Special Full-Time Admission
students.
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Special High School Admission Students
Such students are actively enrolled in at least a minimum day
at high school, and are requesting to take college courses
concurrently. They may enroll in up to 11 units and qualify for
exemption from enrollment fees; or enroll in more than 11 units
and pay all fees. They may also qualify for waiver of nonresident
tuition (if applicable), if taking a class only for high school credit.
After first semester, student must submit the Recommendation for
Special Admission form each term at registration. Special High
School Admission students register in-person on an assigned day
as noted on the registration calendar in the Schedule of Classes.
Special Admission Students
Such students are enrolled in grades K-8 and have provided the
required documentation that they can benefit from advanced
scholastic and vocational education. Documentation may consist
of a letter from their primary school principal (required); official
confirmation that the student is a GATE (gifted and talented)
student; test results from the Ventura College Assessment tests;
other forms of documentation may be considered. After first
semester, student must submit the Recommendation for Special
Admission form and written permission from college instructors
at registration. Special Admission students register in-person on
or after the first day of the semester.
Special Full-Time Admission Students
As provided for in the California Education Code, a parent or
guardian may petition the Ventura College President on behalf of
a person who is under 18 years of age, not a high school graduate,
no longer enrolled in a public school, and determined by the
College to be able to benefit from advanced (college-level) scholastic
and vocational education. Admission to Ventura College will only
be considered upon determination that the parent and student
have exhausted all possible alternatives offered by the public
school district in which the student would normally be enrolled,
and may require that the student obtain permission from the
administration of that district for a leave of absence provider.
Students applying under this status are required to enroll in and
maintain full-time status in every term they attend as Special Full-
Time Admission students. Failure to maintain full-Time status may
result in probation or dismissal. They must complete an application
for college admission, transcripts or grade reports from the last
high school attended and a petition for Special Full-Time Admission,
complete the college matriculation process, see a Ventura College
counselor and the Registrar. Additional documentation may be
required to determine the ability to benefit from college-level
coursework. Special Full-Time Admission students register inperson
during walk-in registration.
College Board Advanced Placement Credit
Students who complete special advanced placement courses in
high school and who earn scores of 3, 4, or 5 on the College Board
Advanced Placement examinations taken before high school
graduation will receive credit towards graduation at Ventura College
for each such test completed with the required scores. An official
copy of test scores must be submitted to the Admissions and
Records Office.
Students granted credit for advanced placement exams will not
earn credit towards a Ventura College degree for duplicated
college courses. Students should see a counselor before taking
courses which appear to duplicate advanced placement tests. The
specific unit value assigned to each examination and the applicability
of this credit to the College's general education requirements are
available from college counselors.
Other colleges or universities have different policies concerning
advanced placement and may offer a different number of units or
consider different courses as comparable courses. It is also
possible that other colleges and universities may not honor Ventura
College transcript entries which award advanced placement credit
for particular tests. Students planning to transfer should discuss
the use of AP scores for meeting transfer requirements with their
college counselor.
Credit for Military Service
The colleges of the Ventura County Community College District
will recognize and grant credit to service personnel for formal
educational training completed in the United States armed forces
provided such credit is not a duplication of work taken previously.
Service personnel may be allowed credit for formal service
school courses offered by the United States military service
recommended in the Guide to the Evaluation of Educational
Experiences in the armed services of the American Council on
Education. The credit allowed will be based upon the
recommendations specified in the Guide. The maximum amount of
credit which may be allowed toward satisfaction of college
requirements shall be 12 units.
Service personnel will be allowed full advanced standing credit
for college level courses completed under the auspices of the
Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support (DANTES)
or the United States Armed Forces Institute (USAFI) as
recommended in the Guide to the Evaluation of Educational
Experiences in the armed services of the American Council on
Education.
Service personnel will be allowed full advanced standing credit
for college-level courses completed at the Naval Construction
Training Center (NCTC) at Port Hueneme based upon the
recommendations of the Accredited Institutions of Postsecondary
Education of the American Council of Education. Such credit will
be treated in the same manner and under the same policies as
allowing credit from regionally accredited colleges and universities.
Any work completed at a regionally accredited college or
university by service personnel while in military service and for
which the college or university issues a regular transcript showing
the credits allowable toward its own degrees, will be allowed
advanced standing credit toward the associate degree in the same
manner as if the student had pursued the courses as a civilian.
Service personnel should be aware that other colleges and
universities may have different policies concerning credit for
military educational training. There is no assurance that the
granting of these units by the colleges of this district will be
accepted by other institutions of higher education. Students must
submit an official transcript of military course work to the
Admissions and Records Office for evaluation. Contact the
Admissions and Records Office for more information.
Ventura College Matriculation
MATRICULATION
Matriculation is a partnership which results in an agreement
between Ventura College and the student for the purpose of
defining and realizing the student’s educational goal. This agreement
includes responsibilities for both the College and the individual
student. This agreement results in a Student Educational Plan.
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COLLEGE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
1. Admissions and Records - provides an admissions and
records process that will enable the College to collect staterequired
information on students. This information will be
used as a basis for providing services to students.
2. Orientation - provides an orientation process designed to
acquaint students with College programs, services, facilities
and grounds, academic expectations, and College policies
and procedures.
3. Assessment - provides an assessment process using multiple
measures to determine academic readiness in English, reading
and math. These assessment results will be used by the
College to assist students in the selection of academic
courses. Additional assessments are available in areas of
study/learning skills and vocational interest.
4. Counseling/Advisement - provides counseling services to
assist students in course selection, development of an
individual student educational plan, and use of campus
support services. Additional advisement and counseling
assistance will be provided for students who have not
declared an educational goal, are enrolled in basic skills
courses, or are on academic probation/dismissal.
5. Follow-up - establishes a process to monitor a student's
progress and provide necessary assistance toward meeting
educational goals.
6. Alternative Delivery - Provide modified or alternative
services for the matriculation process (if necessary) for
ethnic and language minority students and students with
disabilities.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
1. Submit official transcripts from high schools and colleges
attended.
2. Acquire and read the College Catalog, Schedule of Classes,
handouts, and other student materials which detail College
policies and procedures.
3. Indicate at least a broad educational goal upon admission.
4. Declare a specific educational goal after completing a minimum
of 15 units.
5. Participate in orientation, assessment, advisement groups
and other follow-up support services deemed necessary by
the College in order for the student to complete their stated
educational goal(s).
6. Attend all classes and complete all course assignments.
7. Complete courses and maintain progress toward their stated
educational goals.
MUST I PARTICIPATE?
All students are encouraged to participate in all aspects of the
College's matriculation program. You may be exempt from
components of the program if you meet the criteria listed below:
1. If you hold an Associate Degree or higher from a regionally
accredited institution, you may be exempt from orientation,
assessment and counseling/advisement.
2. If you have completed less than 15 units and your education
goal is either:
a. To advance in current job/career (update job skills).
b. To maintain a certificate or license (e.g., nursing, real
estate).
c. Educational development (intellectual, cultural),
You may be exempt from orientation, assessment and counseling/
advisement.
3. If you are receiving matriculation services at another college
and attending a VCCCD campus concurrently, you may be
exempt from orientation and counseling/advisement.
4. If you provide scores from recently taken VCCCD-approved
assessment tests, you may be exempt from the testing
portion of assessment.
You have the right to postpone or appeal one or more of these
activities: Assessment (including math, English and reading
testing), orientation, or advisement. If you choose to postpone or
appeal one or more of these activities, you may not take part in
early registration. If you postpone any activities, you are required
to complete them before registration for the following term begins,
or you again will be unable to register during early registration. In
order to postpone or appeal one or more of these services, you
must complete the Postponement or Appeal of Matriculation
Services form available in the Admissions and Records Office.
Full-Time Student
A student is defined as full-time if carrying 12 or more units in
a regular semester or 4 units in a summer session.
Unit Requirements for Benefits
Students are required to enroll in and complete a minimum
number of units per semester to qualify for certain benefits,
including the following:
Most automobile insurance “good student” discounts
(3.00 GPA) ........................................................... 12 units
Coverage under most medical insurances .................. 12 units
Student government participation ............................... 12 units
Social Security benefits ............................................... 12 units
Student Loan Deferments:
Full-time required ................................................. 12 units
Half-time required .................................................. 6 units
Financial Aid ............................... Contact Financial Aid Office
Veteran’s Educational/War Orphan benefits under G.I. Bill:
Full subsistence ................................................... 12 units
3/4 subsistence ..................................................... 9 units
1/2 subsistence ..................................................... 6 units
Less than 1/2 time, contact the VA specialist in Admissions and
Records Office for details regarding eligibility.
Obtaining Your VC Transcripts
Only the student can initiate release of transcripts. Transcript
requests must be made in writing to the College Admissions and
Records Office. All students receive two transcripts free of charge;
thereafter, the fee is $3.00 for regular processing (a minimum of
two weeks) and $5.00 for rush processing.
Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, once a
student is attending an institution of postsecondary education, all
rights pertaining to the inspection, review and release of his/her
educational records belong to the student without regard to the
student's age. Therefore, all students, regardless of age, must
provide written consent for release of their transcripts. For more
information, see the Student Privacy section in this Catalog.
Transcript Requirements
All new, continuing and returning students are required to
submit official transcripts from all high schools, colleges and
universities they have attended. EXCEPTION: Students do not
need to submit transcripts from Moorpark and Oxnard Colleges.
The transcripts should be directed to: Ventura College Admissions
and Records Office, 4667 Telegraph Rd., Ventura, CA 93003.
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Students are encouraged to have their transcripts submitted to
Ventura College before enrolling for their first semester, to prevent
delays in processing their registration. Special programs with
special requirements such as nursing, varsity athletics and financial
aid require a student to file all high school and college transcripts
to verify eligibility.
Ventura College will retain these transcripts in student files in
the Counseling Office. The College is not required to maintain files
beyond three years except for actively enrolled students. Therefore,
students should be aware that records are periodically purged and
copies of high school, college and university transcripts are
destroyed.
Transfer Credit from Regionally Accredited
Colleges and Universities
Students transferring to the Ventura County Community Colleges
from colleges accredited by the recognized regional accrediting
associations will normally be granted lower division credit for
courses entered on officially certified transcripts. These transcripts
must be sent to the Admissions and Records Office. They will be
evaluated based upon the current practices specified in the
Accredited Institutions of Postsecondary Education by the
American Council on Education.
Students transferring to the Ventura County Community College
District from other regionally accredited colleges and universities
are required to declare all previous college work. Failure to provide
complete information may result in dismissal from the Ventura
County Community Colleges.
Transfer Credit from Foreign Colleges and
Universities
Students transferring to the Ventura County Community Colleges
from foreign colleges or universities must have their transcripts
translated and evaluated by an approved translation and evaluation
agency. Contact the Ventura College International Student Office
or Admissions and Records Office for more information regarding
credential evaluation services.
Students must submit their official transcripts to an approved
agency and request that the agency forward the official evaluation
to the College. Completed coursework will be considered for lower
division unit credit only. Requests for equivalent course credit are
evaluated on an individual basis by a counselor. This review is
based upon the recommendations of the transcript evaluation
service and by the appropriate college discipline.
International Student
DEFINITION - An international student is anyone enrolled in
courses in the United States who is neither a citizen or permanent
resident of the United States. International students may hold an
F-1 student visa or other type of nonimmigrant visa, which require
that they remain citizens and residents of their home country.
Persons holding any type of nonimmigrant visa should contact
the Ventura College International Student Office.
PERMANENT RESIDENT - Persons who have been granted a
permanent resident card are considered to be United States
residents. Persons holding a permanent or temporary resident
card, or who have taken steps to obtain permanent resident status
by applying to the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services
(formerly the Immigration and Naturalization Service) should
contact the Admissions and Records Office regarding their resident
status for admission and tuition purposes.
WHICH INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS MAY ESTABLISH
RESIDENCE?
Persons holding these visas are eligible to establish residency:
1. A-1, A-2, A-3 Foreign government official or employee,
family and servants
2. E-1, E-2 Treaty trader and treaty investor, spouse,
children
3. G-1, G-2, G-3, Representative of foreign government,
officer and
G-4, G-5 employee of international organization,
family and attendants or servants
4. H-1, H-4* Temporary worker or trainee, spouse and
children
5. I Representative of foreign information media,
spouse and children
6. K Fiancé and fiancée of U.S. citizen
7. L-1, L-2 Intracompany transferee, spouse and
children
8. O-1, O-3* International student with extraordinary
ability in the sciences, arts, education,
business or athletics, spouse and children
9. R Religious Occupations
*Even though dependent children holding an H-4 or O-3 visa are
not precluded, their residency status is derived from that of their
parents.
This list is subject to change based on state and/or federal
legislation.
WHICH INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS MAY NOT ESTABLISH
RESIDENCE?
A person is precluded by the Immigration and Nationality Act
from establishing residence in the United States if he or she holds
a visa of the following type:
1. B-1, B-2 Visitor for business or pleasure
2. C International student in transit
3. D-1, D-2 Foreign crew member
4. F-1, F-2 Academic student, spouse and children
5. H-2, H-3 Spouse and children of temporary worker
or trainee
6. J-1, J-2 Exchange visitor, spouse and children
7. M-1, M-2 Nonacademic or vocational student, spouse
and children
8. O-2 International student accompanying and
assisting an 0-1 International student
with extraordinary ability in the sciences,
arts, education, business or athletics
9. P-1 Internationally recognized athlete or
entertainer
10. P-2 Artist or entertainer entering the United
States to perform under a reciprocal
exchange program
11. P-3 Artist or entertainer entering the United
States to perform under a program that is
culturally unique
12. P-4 Spouse or child of P-1, P-2 or P-3
International student
13. Q International cultural exchange program
This list is subject to change based on state and/or federal
legislation.
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STUDENTS HOLDING A VISA THAT PRECLUDES THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF RESIDENCE MUST HAVE APPROVAL FROM
THE INTERNATIONAL STUDENT OFFICE PRIOR TO ENROLLING
IN CLASSES.
LIMITATIONS ON ENROLLMENTS (F-1 VISA ONLY): In order to
foster cultural exchange, the District encourages ethnic and national
diversity among the International students admitted. Due to the
District’s limited financial resources and space, and due to the
special educational needs of International students, the Ventura
County Community College District reserves the right to limit the
number of F-1 International students admitted each year.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
WITH AN F-1 STUDENT VISA:
1. Submit a completed Application for Admission and declare
an educational objective. Include required application
processing fee. See Fees.
2. Provide evidence of adequate proficiency in the use of the
English language. Where English was not the language in
which their education was acquired, students are required to
complete the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
and achieve a score of at least 450 or participate in the
English Proficiency Program at Ventura College. For
information on the TOEFL, write: Educational Testing Service,
P.O. Box 899, Princeton, NJ 08540.
3. Submit a confidential statement of finance that verifies financial
capability for the costs of attending one of the colleges of the
district, or affidavits guaranteeing financial support from
responsible resident citizens of the United States.
4. Before registration is validated, foreign students must pay
the entire nonresident tuition fee and the enrollment fees for
the semester.
5. It is expected that applicants will have completed secondary
school with a satisfactory academic record. Students must
provide certified translated transcripts from secondary schools
and colleges previously attended.
6. Submit a health statement by a licensed American physician
that verifies general good health and freedom from
communicable disease.
7. Provide proof of major medical insurance coverage. If needed,
the College can provide information on policies available.
PERMISSION TO WORK: (F-1 visa only) According to
immigration policy, International students may work 20 hours a
week, on-campus only, during their first nine months of study.
After the first nine months of study, foreign students may request
permission to work off-campus for 20 hours per week or 40 hours
per week during vacation periods. Contact the International Students
Office for information.
Fees:
ENROLLMENT FEES ARE SET BY THE STATE, ARE SUBJECT
TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND MAY BE RETROACTIVE.
ALL OTHER FEES ARE SET BY THE VENTURA COUNTY
COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES
AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY BOARD ACTION.
Enrollment Fee: ......................................... $18.00 per unit
9.00 per 1/2 unit
4.50 per 1/4 unit
Health Fee (see details) ............................ $13.00 Fall/Spring
10.00 summer
Nonresident Tuition:
Non-California residents and
International students ......................... $163.00 per unit
International students surcharge ................ 14.00 per unit
International student application
process fee.. ............................................. 50.00
Materials Fees. ............ As required, see Schedule of Classes
Remote nonrefundable online
registration fee ............................................ 3.00 per sem
(Applies to STAR and WebSTAR registration)
Student Center Fee .......................................... 1.00 per unit
(maximum of $10 a fiscal year)
Audit Fee:
Students enrolled in 10 or more
credit units. ................................................... no charge
Students enrolled in fewer than 10
credit units. ................................................. 15.00 per unit
Note: auditing students also pay the health fee.
ASB card (optional) ........................................ 6.00 per sem
Note: year ends last day of summer session. 10.00 per year
Students who owe outstanding fees may not register until
their fees are paid and cleared from the computer.
Fees / Obligations / Holds
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: California residents must pay the
mandated enrollment fee. California residents meeting certain
criteria may be eligible for a Board of Governor’s Fee Waiver
(BOGW) or other financial aid. Contact the Financial Aid Office,
(805) 654-6369.
NON-CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS: Non-California residents must
pay nonresident tuition, plus the enrollment fee, health fee, student
center fee, and applicable material fees. You are a nonresident if
you have lived in California for less than one year and one day prior
to the first day of the semester, or you are unable to present
sufficient documentation to prove that you have established
California residency. See the College Catalog for residency
information, page 11 et seq.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS: International students must pay
enrollment fees, the health fee, nonresident tuition, A STUDENT
SURCHARGE unless they meet one of the following exemptions as
listed pursuant to Ed Code 76141 and 76142:
•Student must demonstrate economic hardship.
•Student must be a victim of persecution in the country in
which the student is a resident.
AN APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE of $50 which covers the
cost of federally-mandated documentation.
Nonpayment of Fees
All fees are due immediately upon registration. After registration,
seven (7) days are allowed for payment of fees, after which the
student may be dropped from all classes. Any remaining fees are
the responsibility of the student and will result in the withholding
of grades, transcripts, diplomas and future registration privileges.
Any items withheld will be released when the obligation is satisfied.
Please note: all delinquent fees may be assigned to the California
State Franchise Tax Board or an asset recovery firm for collection.
There is a $10.00 charge for credit card charge-backs and returned
checks.
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Health Fees
This fee enables us to provide you with a variety of health
care services. In accordance with the California Code and
Board policy, students are required to pay a health fee,
regardless of the units taken, unless they meet one of the
exemptions listed:
•Ed Code 76355, Board of Governors Fee Waiver (BOGW)
recipients.
•Any student who depends exclusively on prayer for healing
in accordance with the teachings of a bona fide religious
sect, denomination, or organization. Documentary evidence
of such an affiliation is required.
•Students attending college under approved apprenticeship
training program, Ed Code 76355.
Student Center Fee
Students of Ventura College enacted a Student Center fee of
$1.00 per unit up to a maximum of $10.00 per student per
fiscal year (July 1 to June 30) for the purpose of financing,
constructing, expanding, remodeling, refurbishing and
operating a Student Center. The money collected may only be
used for this purpose. The fee shall not apply to: a student
enrolled in noncredit courses; courses on East Campus; a
student who is a recipient of benefits under Aid to Families with
Dependent Children (AFDC) program; a student on the
Supplemental Security Income/State Supplementary Program
(SSI/SSP); or a student on a General Assistance Program.
Transcript Fee
A student may receive two transcripts free of charge. A
$3.00 fee will be charged for each additional transcript, and a
$5.00 fee per transcript will be charged for rush processing.
Normal processing is a minimum of two weeks, and may be
longer at the end of the semester. Rush processing is
immediate in-person service or two working days for mailed
requests. Transcripts must be requested by the student in
writing. See “Obtaining your VC Transcript” in this Catalog for
more information or online at www.venturacollege.edu.
Refund Policy
You must drop your classes by the credit refund deadline as
stated in the Schedule of Classes to qualify for a credit or
refund of tuition and/or fees. AFTER your class(es) have been
dropped, application for a refund may be made through the
Student Business Office. Credits will NOT be authorized for
drops or withdrawals occurring after the deadline date.
Enrollment fee refunds are subject, once a semester, to the
withholding of a $10 Administrative Fee. To qualify for a refund
of parking fees, you must return the original parking permit to
the Student Business Office by the deadline.
Refund Policy on Tuition and Surcharge
(Nonresident / International Students)
Application for refunds must be made to the Student Business
Office after the class has been dropped. Refund checks will be
mailed by the VCCCD District Office after the application is received
and processed at the Student Business Office. The following
schedule of refunds will be in effect for nonresident students who
withdraw from college:
Full-semester Length Classes
In first and second week 100% tuition
In third and fourth week 50% tuition
Short-term Classes and Summer Session
Withdraw within 10% of class sessions 100% tuition
Withdraw within 20% of class sessions 50% tuition
No refunds are authorized for drops or withdrawals after the
fourth week of a full-term class or 20% of short-term classes.
Nonmandatory Fees
Nonmandatory fees are the same for day and evening
students. Fees are paid at the Student Business Office.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS POLICY: Each college of the
Ventura County Community College District may require
students enrolled in credit or noncredit courses and programs
to purchase certain instructional and other materials including,
but not limited to, textbooks, tools, equipment and clothing if:
a) the instructional and other materials are used in the
production of an “end product’’ that has continuing value to the
student outside of the classroom setting, or b) the instructional
and other materials required for the class have a continuing
value to the students outside of the classroom setting.
Instructional and other materials may be obtained by direct
purchase from the Bookstore. Students may also purchase
instructional and other materials from any other available
source.
Every effort will be made to identify in the Schedule of
Classes those courses which may require material fees.
A list of all instructional and other materials required in a
course will be made available for students no later than the first
class meeting each term. The list also will be available in the
Division Office and the Bookstore.
Fees charged by the College are subject to change at the
discretion of the governing board.
STUDENT BODY (ASB) CARD: $6 per semester, $10 for the
school year ending at the completion of the Summer session.
Purchase of an ASB card entitles students to free admission to
home athletic events, and reduced rates to dramas, plays, 10%
discount on used books and supplies from the College
Bookstore, eligibility for college bookstore and ASB emergency
loans, various associated student-sponsored events, discounts
from local merchants and the right to run for an office on the
Associated Students Board.
TEXTBOOKS AND SUPPLIES: By state law, the College is
prohibited from furnishing free textbooks or supplies to
students. These items may be purchased in the College
Bookstore. Save Your Receipts! No Refunds After Late
Registration!
STUDENT PARKING FEE: Students may park their vehicles
off-campus and in the dirt lot at the west end of the campus by
the Aquatics Center without paying a parking fee. Disabled
drivers with a medical verification of disability, or with a vehicle
which displays a disabled person’s plate or a placard issued by
the Department of Motor Vehicles are required to register with
the Educational Assistance Center for an on-campus special
parking permit. Disabled drivers are subject to the same
parking fees as nondisabled drivers. All students parking a
vehicle on the campus anywhere but the dirt lot or the timed
slots must pay the parking fee listed below regardless of the
number of units for which they are enrolled.
Parking fees are subject to change at the discretion
of the Governing Board.
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Groundbreaking for the new LRC, Sept. 2002, left to right: former President Larry Calderón;
former Interim Chancellor Jim Walker; Dean Diane Moore; LRC Supervisor Sandy Hajas; Professor Larry Manson
Automobile:
regular sem. / summer sem. ............................... $40 / $19
BOGW students:
regular sem. / summer sem. ............................... $20 / $14
Motorcycle:
regular sem. / summer sem. ............................... $28 / $12
Additional permit, same household
must present car registration:
regular sem. / summer sem. ............................... $8 / $7
Replacement permit, requires return of original permit
regular sem. / summer sem. ............................... $7 / $5
Single Day ................................................................ $1
To encourage ridesharing and carpooling, for a student who
certifies that he/she regularly has two or more passengers
commuting to the College with him/her in the vehicle parked at the
College, the fee shall not exceed twenty-five dollars ($25) per
semester and ten dollars ($10) for Summer session.
Students who receive financial assistance pursuant to any of
the programs described in subsection (g) of Education Code
Section 72252 shall be exempt from parking fees in excess of
twenty dollars ($20) per semester for one vehicle.
A parking permit is required in all paved lots on campus.
CITATIONS WILL BE ISSUED FOR VEHICLES WITHOUT A VALID
PERMIT.
Ventura College assumes no responsibility for damage to any
motor vehicle, theft of its contents, or injury to persons within it,
while it is parked or operated on or about the campus. The campus
is posted with special parking restrictions in effect and campus
traffic and parking regulations are published in the appendices.
These provisions are strictly enforced by the campus police
department.
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Ventura College offers two semesters of instruction, Fall and
Spring, plus a Summer semester of approximately seven weeks.
Within each semester we also offer short-term courses of varying
lengths, which are identified in the semester Schedule of Classes.
We also offer a variety of distance-learning classes, which we
similarly set out in each semester’s Schedule of Classes. The
Schedule of Classes may be accessed online or in print, in English
or in Spanish. Please note that the add/drop deadlines set out here
apply only to full-semester classes. For deadlines applicable to
short-term classes, contact the Admissions and Records Office at
(805) 654-7457, or go online to www.venturacollege.edu, click
on Student Central, then click on the Searchable Schedule of
Classes and click on the CRN# of the specific class you need the
deadline information for.
Fall Semester 2004
August 16 - December 15, 2004
August 14-15 ........ First day of semester-length traditional Saturday
and Sunday classes.
August 16 ............. First day of semester-length traditional classes.
First day of late registration.
August 27 ............. Last day to add semester-length classes.
Last day to drop a class and apply for enrollment
fee, health, and parking refunds. Last
day account credited if dropping classes. No
refunds or credits after this date for semesterlength
classes.
September 4-5 ...... No Saturday/Sunday classes.
September 6 .......... Labor Day – Legal Holiday – No classes.
September 10 ....... Last day to drop semester-length classes without
a transcript entry.
September 17 ....... Last day to declare CR/NC grading option for
semester-length classes.
November 5 .......... Last day to apply for Fall 2004 Associate
Degree or Certificate of Achievement.
November 12 ........ Veteran’s Day – Legal Holiday – No classes.
November 13-14 ... Saturday/Sunday classes will be held.
November 19 ........ Last day to drop semester-length classes with
a “W.”
November 25-28 ... Thanksgiving break – No classes.
December 9-15 ..... Final exam week for Fall 2004.
Spring Semester 2005
January 10 - May 18, 2005
January 10 ............ First day of semester-length traditional classes.
First day of late registration.
January 15-16 ...... First day of semester-length traditional Saturday
and Sunday classes.
January 17 ............ Martin Luther King Holiday – Legal Holiday –
No classes.
January 21 ............ Last day to add semester-length classes.
Last day to drop a class and apply for enrollment
fee, health, and parking refunds. Last
day account credited if dropping classes. No
refunds or credits after this date for semesterlength
classes.
February 4 ............. Last day to drop semester-length classes
without a transcript entry.
February 11 ........... Last day to declare CR/NC grading option for
semester-length classes.
February 18-21 ..... President’s Day weekend – No classes.
March 18 .............. No classes. Staff Flex Day.
March 19-20 ......... Saturday/Sunday classes will be held.
March 21-27 ......... Spring Break. No classes.
April 8 ................... Last day to apply for Spring 2005 Associate
Degree or Certificate of Achievement.
April 22 ................. Last day to drop semester-length classes
with a “W.”
May 12-18 ............ Final Exam week for Spring 2005.
May 19 .................. Graduation.
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Courses Open to Enrollment
Each course offered by the Ventura County Community College
District and its colleges is open to enrollment and participation by
any person who has been admitted to the College and who meets
the prerequisites to the class or program, unless specifically
exempted by statute.
Attendance and Absence
All students admitted to Ventura College are expected to attend
regularly. Continuity of attendance is necessary to both individual
and group progress in any class. Financial support of the College
is dependent upon student attendance. Absence for any reason
does not relieve the student from the responsibility of completing
all requirements of the class.
For a returning absentee, the College does not designate an
absence as "excused" or "not excused." It takes the position that,
since regular attendance is the student's responsibility, the instructor
may evaluate the absence in terms of class requirements
and take whatever reasonable action he or she deems necessary.
For credit students, when absence from a class exceeds in
number 1/9th of the total class contact hours for the session, the
instructor may recommend to the Registrar that such student be
dropped from the class and a grade recorded in accordance with
the withdrawal from class policy as stated in this Catalog. Classes
missed because of late registration are counted toward the number
of absences.
Students may be suspended or dropped from a class at any
time when absences result in missing necessary safety instruction
when such instruction is routinely given. When possible,
students will be given a warning and/or an opportunity to make up
missed instruction. Exclusions of this sort will be made by instructors
acting in consultation with their Division Deans.
Failure of a student to appear at the first regular meeting of a
class may result in exclusion, if the class has reached its assigned
enrollment limit and other eligible students are present and are
seeking admission to the class.
The student may petition for reinstatement when just cause for
the absences exists. Such petitions must be presented in writing
to the Admissions and Records Office for administrative review.
Educational Work Load
A student's educational work load generally consists of fifteen
(15) units of work per semester in order to make normal progress
towards the AA/AS degree and/or transfer requirements. Students
who want to take an overload of more than 19.5 units in a regular
semester or more than 9 units in a summer session must have a
counselor's approval.
Ventura College observes the following guidelines in reviewing
a request for an academic overload: A student may petition for
additional units (over 19.5 or over 9 for summer term) if he or she
has a high school GPA of 3.6 or has completed twelve (12) college
units with a cumulative GPA of 3.0. The petition for this purpose,
Additional Units for Academic Overload, is available in the Counseling
Office.
The College strongly recommends that students who work parttime
or engage in extracurricular activities (social and athletic)
follow these proportions in distributing their hourly time per week:
ACADEMIC POLICIES
Academic Units Recommended Time Maximum Time
Class/Study Work/Activities
15-18 30-36 0-8
12-15 24-30 8-15
9-12 18-24 15-20
6-9 12-18 20-30
3-6 6-12 30-40
Units of Credit
The basic unit of credit is the semester unit which is equivalent
to a credit hour established by the California Education Code:
"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."
Ventura College bases its semester unit on one lecture class
period of 50 minutes each week of a minimum 16-week semester.
For practical purposes, the following terms are synonymous: unit,
semester unit, semester hours, credit, credit hour.
For purposes of sections dealing with standards for probation
and dismissal, all units attempted means all units of credit for
which the student was enrolled in any college or university,
regardless of whether the student completed the courses or
received any credit or grade.
Academic Record Symbols
The quality of a student's work is indicated by grade points.
Grades from a grading scale shall be averaged on the basic of the
point equivalence to determine a student's grade point average.
The highest grade shall receive four points, and the lowest grade
shall receive no point, using the following evaluative symbols:
A - Excellent 4 grade points per unit
B - Good 3 grade points per unit
C - Satisfactory 2 grade points per unit
D - Passing,
less than satisfactory 1 grade point per unit
F - Failing 0 grade point per unit
CR - Credit (satisfactory) 0 grade point (unit credit
granted)
CRE - Credit by exam
(satisfactory) 0 grade point (unit credit
granted)
NC - No credit (less than
satisfactory, or failing) 0 grade point (no unit credit
granted)
Student mark other than grade (nonevaluative symbols):
I - Incomplete 0 grade point (no unit credit
granted)
IP - In progress 0 grade point (no unit credit
granted)
RD - Report delayed 0 grade point (no unit credit
granted)
W - Withdrawal 0 grade point (no unit credit
granted)
MW - Military Withdrawal 0 grade point (no unit credit
granted)
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Courses taken on a credit/no credit basis are disregarded in
calculating the grade point average. However, units earned on a
credit basis shall be counted toward satisfaction of curriculum
requirements. CR and CRE are used to denote "passed with credit"
when no letter grade is given, for work of such quality as to warrant
a letter grade of C or better. NC is used to denote "no credit" when
no letter grade is given. See credit/no credit options section.
Nonevaluative Symbols
INCOMPLETE: Incomplete academic work for unforeseeable,
emergency and justifiable reasons at the end of the term may
result in an "I" symbol being entered in the student's record. The
condition for removal of the "I" shall be stated by the instructor in
a written record. This record shall contain the conditions for
removal of the "I" and the grade assigned in lieu of its removal. This
record must be given to the student with a copy on file with the
Office of the Registrar until the "I" is made up or the time limit has
passed.
A final grade shall be assigned when the work stipulated has
been completed and evaluated, or when the time limit for completing
the work has passed. The "I" may be made up no later than one
year following the end of the term in which it was assigned.
The "I" symbol shall not be used in calculating units attempted
nor for grade points. Units of "I" shall not be counted to determine
eligibility for athletics. Units of "I" may also effect the student's
status for financial aid and other programs.
A districtwide process shall be provided whereby a student may
petition for a time extension due to unusual circumstances. The
student should be aware that other colleges or universities may
have policies relating to the evaluation of incompletes on transfer
student transcripts which could have an adverse effect on the
student's academic status.
IN PROGRESS: The IP symbol shall be used only in those
courses which extend beyond the normal end of an academic term.
It 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 re-enroll in that course
during the subsequent attendance period, the appropriate faculty
will assign an evaluative symbol (grade) in accordance with the
academic record symbols to be recorded on the student's permanent
record for the course.
REPORT DELAYED: The RD symbol may be assigned by the
Registrar only. It is a temporary notation to be replaced by a
permanent symbol as soon as possible. RD shall not be used in
calculating grade point averages.
WITHDRAWAL: A student may withdraw from a class through
the last day of the first seventy-five percent (75%) of a class (see
Calendar in Schedule of Classes). The academic record of a
student who remains in a class beyond this time limit must reflect
a grade other than a W. No notation (W or other) shall be made on
the academic record of a student who withdraws during the first
four weeks or thirty percent (30%) of a term, whichever is less.
Withdrawal between the end of the fourth week and the last day of
the fourteenth week of instruction for full-semester classes or
through seventy-five percent (75%) of a class less than a semester
in length shall be recorded as W on the student's record.
MILITARY WITHDRAWAL: This option is intended to accommodate
students who are recalled to active military duty at any time
during a semester. A student may petition for military withdrawal
by submitting a written request and copy of military orders to the
Admissions and Records Office. Military withdrawal will result in
a W notation on the transcript unless the drop occurs within the
first 30% of class meetings. The notation will not be counted in
evaluation of satisfactory progress for purposes of determining
academic standing, probation or dismissal.
Scholastic Standing and Achievement
Scholastic standing is based on a student's work measured
quantitatively in semester units and qualitatively in letter grades.
This relationship is expressed as a numerical grade point average.
To illustrate the calculation of a grade point average, a student
who earns a grade of A in three units, B in three units, C in three
units, D in three units, F in two units, and CR in two units, would
have a grade point average of 2.14. The computation is shown
below.
3 units A x 4 = 12 grade points
3 units B x 3 = 9 grade points
3 units C x 2 = 6 grade points
3 units D x 1 = 3 grade points
2 units F x 0 = 0 grade point
2 units CR x 0 = 0 grade point
14 graded units 30 grade points
(+ 2 CR)
30 ÷ 14 = 2.14 grade point average
In calculating a student's degree applicable grade point average,
grades earned in nondegree courses shall not be included.
Credit/No Credit Options
Colleges of the Ventura County Community College District may
offer courses in two credit/no credit (CR/NC) options: (1) Courses
which are offered on a credit/no credit basis only; and (2) Courses
in which students may elect the credit/no credit option.
The first category includes those courses as specified in the
Announcement of Courses section of this Catalog in which all
students are evaluated on a credit/no credit (CR/NC) basis. This
CR/NC grading option shall be used to the exclusion of all other
grades in courses for which there is a single satisfactory standard
of performance and for which unit credit is assigned. Credit shall
be assigned for meeting that standard; no credit for failure to do
so.
The second category of credit/no credit options is comprised of
courses designated by the College, wherein each student may
elect by no later than the end of the first thirty percent (30%) of the
term or length of the class whether the basis of evaluation is to be
credit/no credit or a letter grade.
Once the thirty percent (30%) deadline has passed, the request
cannot be withdrawn and the student becomes ineligible to petition
for a grade change. It is the student's responsibility to notify the
instructor of his or her intent to be graded on a credit/no credit
basis and to file the appropriate form, otherwise a letter grade will
be assigned. The form for this purpose, Request for Credit/No
Credit, is available in the Admissions and Records Office.
All units earned on a credit/no credit basis in accredited California
institutions of higher education or equivalent out-of-state
institutions shall be counted in satisfaction of community college
curriculum requirements.
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A student may apply a maximum of twenty (20) units of credit
earned under the credit/no credit option to an A.A. or A.S. degree
or certificate of achievement. Exceptions to this unit limitation will
be granted only to students enrolled in the designated occupational
programs specified in the credit by examination policy of
this Catalog. Credit (CR) is used to denote "passed with credit"
when no letter grade is given. Credit is assigned for work of such
quality as to warrant a letter grade of C or better.
Units earned on a credit/no credit basis shall not be used to
calculate grade point averages. However, units attempted for
which NC is recorded shall be considered in probation and dismissal
policies.
Other options for course credit are specified in the Advanced
Placement Credit policy and in the Credit by Examination policy of
this Catalog.
Students should be aware that other colleges and universities
may restrict the acceptance of courses taken on a credit/no credit
basis, especially for satisfaction of major requirements.
Remedial Course Limit
The colleges of the Ventura County Community College District
(VCCCD) offer courses which are defined as remedial: "remedial
coursework" refers to pre-collegiate basic skills courses in reading,
writing, computation, learning skills, study skills and English
as a Second Language which are designated by the college district
as not applicable to the Associate Degree.
Students enrolled in remedial courses will receive unit credit and
will be awarded an academic record symbol on transcripts as
defined under other academic policies. However, the units earned
in these remedial courses do not apply toward certificates of
achievement or associate degrees.
No students shall receive more than 30 semester units of credit
for remedial coursework. This limitation of 30 units applies to all
remedial coursework completed at any of the campuses of the
college district (Moorpark, Oxnard and Ventura Colleges). It does
not apply to remedial coursework completed at colleges outside
the District. Students transferring from other educational institutions
outside VCCCD shall be permitted to begin with a "clean
slate" with regard to the remedial limitation. The 30-unit limit
applies to all remedial coursework attempted; however, in the
event that some of these 30 units are substandard and a student
successfully repeats one or more courses in which substandard
grades were earned, then the 30-unit limit would be modified by
the application of the Course Repetition Policy.
Students who exhaust the unit limitation shall be referred to
appropriate adult non-credit educational services provided by
adult schools or other appropriate local providers with which the
colleges have an established referral agreement. Such a student
may, upon successful completion of appropriate "remedial
coursework" or upon demonstration of skills levels which will
reasonably assure success in college-level courses, request reinstatement
to proceed with college-level coursework. Procedures
relating to dismissal and reinstatement are specified in the College
Catalog under policies governing Probation, Dismissal and Readmission.
The petition for this purpose, Petition for Continued
Enrollment or Readmission, is available in the Counseling Office.
The following students are exempted from the limitation on
remedial coursework: students enrolled in one or more courses of
English as a Second Language (to include READ V03, V04); and/
or students identified by one of the colleges as having a disability.
Any student who shows significant, measurable progress toward
the development of skills appropriate to his or her enrollment
in college-level courses may qualify for a waiver of the unit
limitation. Petitions for waiver can only be given for specified
periods of time or for a specified number of units. The petition for
this purpose, the Student Educational Plan, is available in the
Counseling Office.
The Office of Student Learning shall maintain a list for each
academic year of remedial courses limited by this policy. The
following courses are defined as remedial under the definition
limiting units: ENGL V03, V190A, V190B; IDS V11, V12; MATH
V08A, V08B, V08C, V09, V10; SS V01, V02.
Students should be aware that this policy applies to all students
enrolled in remedial coursework. However, students receiving
financial aid have more restrictive limitations imposed upon them
by the federal government. The federal rules specify a limitation of
one year regardless of units, do not exempt learning skills, and do
not provide for a waiver.
Final Examinations
Final examinations are given at the end of each semester.
Students are required to take examinations for the classes in
which they are enrolled. No examinations are administered prior
to the regular schedule for examinations. Exceptions to this rule in
emergency situations will require the approval of the instructor of
record and the Division Dean. All student requests for examinations
to be administered at a later date must be filed on the proper
petition form in the Admissions and Records Office. Petitions for
late examinations will not be considered if the student leaves prior
to the last three weeks of the semester.
Probation, Dismissal and Readmission
Probation, dismissal, and readmission policies and procedures
are designed to assist students in making progress toward realistic
academic, career, and personal goals.
Students applying for Veteran's educational benefits should
refer to the Veteran's section in this Catalog for information on
unsatisfactory progress and eligibility to collect educational benefits,
and see below.
STANDARDS FOR PROBATION: A student who has attempted at
least twelve (12) semester units as shown by the official academic
record shall be placed on academic probation if the student
has earned a grade point average below 2.0 in all units which were
graded on the basis of the grading scale established by the
Ventura County Community College District.
A student who has enrolled in a total of at least twelve (12)
semester units as shown by the official academic record shall be
placed on progress probation when the percentage of all units in
which the student has enrolled and for which entries of W, I, and
NC are recorded reaches or exceeds fifty percent (50%).
NOTE: probationary status is computed using courses taken
since Fall 1981. Courses taken prior to Fall 1981 are not in the
computer data file and may not be included in the calculation of
probation. This may alter your probationary status.
SPECIAL NOTE TO STUDENTS CLAIMING VETERANS BENEFITS–
UNSATISFACTORY PROGRESS: For the purpose of certification
for educational benefits, academic probation is defined as
the failure to complete a minimum of 50% of the total units
attempted, and/or to maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade
point average. Unsatisfactory progress occurs when a veteran
has been placed on academic probation for two consecutive
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semesters. Unsatisfactory progress must be reported to the
Veteran's Administration, and the veteran may not be certified for
future educational benefits. Any veteran placed on unsatisfactory
progress must consult the campus Veteran's Office and receive
academic counseling before educational benefits can be reinstated.
A student transferring to a college of the Ventura County
Community College District from another college is subject to the
same probation and dismissal policies as students of this college
district.
NOTIFICATION OF PROBATION: Each college in this district
shall notify a student who is placed on probation at or near the
beginning of the semester in which it will take effect but, in any
case, no later than the start of the Fall semester. The student grade
report, provided for each enrolled student at the end of each term,
specifies the student status for both academic and progress
categories as either "good standing" or "probation." A student
placed on probation is, as a condition of continuing enrollment, to
receive individual counseling, including the regulation of his or her
academic program. Each student shall also receive any other
support services available to help the student overcome any
academic difficulties.
REMOVAL FROM PROBATION: A student on academic probation
for a grade point deficiency shall be removed from probation
when the student's cumulative grade point average is 2.0 or
higher.
A student on progress probation because of an excess of units
for which entries of W, I, and NC are recorded shall be removed
from probation when the percentage of units in this category drops
below fifty percent (50%),
STANDARDS FOR DISMISSAL: A student who is on academic
probation shall be dismissed if the student earned a cumulative
grade point average of less than 1.75 in all units attempted in each
of three consecutive semesters.
A student who has been placed on progress probation shall be
subject to dismissal if the percentage of units in which the student
has been enrolled and for which entries of W, I, and NC are
recorded in at least three consecutive semesters reaches or
exceeds fifty percent (50%).
NOTIFICATION OF DISMISSAL: Each college in the Ventura
County Community College District shall notify a student who is
dismissed at or near the beginning of the semester in which it will
take effect but, in any case, no later than the start of the Fall
semester. A student who is dismissed has the right of appeal. An
exception to academic dismissal may be made only in the event
of extreme and unusual medical and/or legal circumstances that
can be supported by evidence provided by the student, or in the
event of improved scholarship. The petition for this purpose,
Petition for Continued Enrollment or Readmission, is available in
the Counseling Office.
CONTINUED ENROLLMENT OR READMISSION: A student applying
for continued enrollment or readmission must submit a
petition to explain what circumstances or conditions would justify
continued enrollment or readmission. A student applying for
readmission shall not be reinstated until a minimum of one
semester has elapsed after academic dismissal. A student who is
petitioning shall receive counseling to assess his or her academic
and career goals and must have counselor approval of his or her
educational program prior to registration. The petition for this
purpose, Petition for Continued Enrollment or Readmission, is
available in the Counseling Office.
Academic Honesty
Ventura College believes that honesty is vital to the integrity of
our College programs, our courses, within our entire college
community, and especially in the classroom. Our definition of
academic honesty is included in our college policies and standards
and informs our students of the expectations the College
promotes and information on student’s rights when violations
occur.
Academic dishonesty (such as cheating) is defined as an act of
obtaining or attempting to present academic work through fraudulent
or deceptive means in order to obtain credit for this work. This
dishonesty and/or cheating by whatever means, including electronic,
includes, but is not limited to:
Submitting work previously presented in another courses
Copying in whole or in part from another student’s test or
paper
Using sources or material not authorized by the instructor
Altering or interfering with grading policies
Sitting in for an exam for another student or by another
students
Plagiarizing work, such as copying sentences, phrases, or
passages without citing the source, while writing a paper
or doing research and submitting this work as his/her own
Sharing your paper information during an exam, test, or
quiz.
The college president or his/her designee or the instructor may
impose disciplinary action for academic dishonesty. Proof of
cheating may lead to suspension, and the student or students are
provided with due process that includes formal grievance procedures.
Grade Changes
In any course of instruction in a college in the Ventura County
Community College District for which grades are awarded, the
instructor of the course shall determine the grade to be awarded
each student in accordance with the grading system dealing with
academic record symbols and scholastic standing and achievement.
The determination of the student's grade by the instructor shall
be final in the absence of mistake, fraud, bad faith or incompetency.
Procedures for the correction of a grade given in error shall
include expunging the incorrect grade from the record.
Grade change petitions must be initiated by the instructor of
record. Students wishing to dispute a grade should first contact
the instructor.
Auditing
The colleges of the Ventura County Community College District
may allow students to audit a class. Auditing allows a student to
attend a class without taking exams, receiving a grade or earning
unit credit. Students enrolled in ten units or more may, with
instructor consent, be allowed to audit one three unit class per
term without a fee. Students enrolled in less than ten units may,
with instructor consent, audit one three unit class per term with an
audit fee of fifteen dollars ($15.00) per unit per semester. Audit
students must also pay the health fee. Audit fees are nonrefundable.
All fees are subject to change.
Priority in class enrollment shall be given to students taking the
courses for credit toward a certificate, degree or transfer certification.
Therefore, students applying to audit may submit the
completed audit petition only during the last two days of program
adjustment as specified in the calendar of every semesters’
Schedule of Classes.
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Laboratory classes are not normally available for audit. Students
auditing a course shall not be permitted to change their
enrollment in that course to receive credit for the course.
Students auditing a course are not permitted to take exams in
class, nor are they permitted to challenge the course by exam at
a later date. Instructors are under no obligation to grade assignments
of students auditing a course. Attendance requirements for
students auditing courses are the same for all other students as
stated in this Catalog.
The petition form to audit a class is available in the Admissions
and Records Office.
Withdrawal from Class
It is a student's responsibility to initiate a withdrawal when the
withdrawal is desired by the student. Students or instructors may
initiate a withdrawal through the end of the first thirty percent
(30%) of a class. This action results in no record of dropped
classes on students' academic records (grade card or transcript).
Students or instructors may initiate a withdrawal between the
end of the first thirty percent (30%) and the last day of the first
seventy-five percent (75%) of a class (see Calendar in Schedule
of Classes). Withdrawal shall be authorized after informing appropriate
faculty. This action shall be recorded as a W on the student's
academic records.
The academic record of a student who remains in a class
beyond this time must reflect a grading symbol other than W. The
W shall not be used in calculating grade point averages, but
excessive Ws shall be used as factors in determining academic
standing, probation, and dismissal.
Withdrawal from a class may be authorized after the designated
time limit by petition only in extenuating circumstances of verified
cases of accidents, illnesses or other circumstances beyond the
control of the student. Approved petitions shall result in a W
recorded on students' academic records. The petition for this
purpose, Petition to Change Grade to Withdrawal, is available in
the Admissions and Records Office. A graded course that is used
to satisfy degree, certificate or transfer requirements will not be
changed to a W.
Withdrawal from College
It is the student's responsibility to formally withdraw from all
classes, if he or she withdraws from college. A student who
withdraws after the end of the first thirty percent (30%) of a class
shall have an entry made on his or her permanent record in
accordance with the regulations specified in the withdrawal from
class policy.
Official withdrawals must be processed at the Admissions and
Records Office.
Academic Renewal Without Course Repetition
Students may petition to have a portion of previous college work
disregarded in meeting academic requirements in the colleges of
the Ventura County Community College District. Academic renewal
is intended to facilitate the completion of requirements
necessary for an academic degree or certificate.
A student may petition, once only, to eliminate grade point
calculations and credits from selected portions of previous substandard
college work which is not reflective of the student's
present demonstrated ability and level of performance. Substandard
work is defined as coursework graded "D, F or NC." The
student may petition for academic renewal to disregard previous
substandard college work by selecting one of the following options:
1. Disregard a maximum of fifteen (15) or fewer semester units
of any courses with less than a C or equivalent grade taken during
any one or two terms (maximum two terms), not necessarily
consecutively; or 2. Disregard all courses from two consecutive
terms (one Summer or intersession may be regarded as equivalent
to one semester at the student's discretion). Courses and
units taken at any institution may be disregarded.
Academic renewal may be granted only to a student who has
completed at least twelve (12) units in residence in the colleges of
the Ventura County Community College District; has submitted
transcripts of all college work; has waited two years since
coursework to be disregarded was completed; and has subsequently
completed at least thirty (30) semester units with a
minimum 2.4 grade point average.
The colleges of the Ventura County Community College District
will honor similar actions by other accredited colleges and universities
in determining grade point averages and credits. The petition
for this purpose, Petition for Academic Renewal, is available in the
Counseling Office. Upon approval of the Petition for Academic
Renewal, the student's permanent record shall be annotated in
such a manner that all work remains legible, ensuring a true and
complete academic history.
The student should be aware that other colleges and universities
may have different policies concerning academic renewal and
may not honor this policy.
Course Repetition
A course in which a grade of C or better has been earned may
not be repeated except as identified in the Catalog course description
or as stated below. Courses taken at any college in which a
grade of D, F, NC or other substandard grade has been earned may
be repeated one time for the purpose of improving a recorded
grade. A course taken at another institution in which a substandard
grade was earned may be repeated one time at the colleges
of the Ventura County Community College District, subject to this
policy. In order to identify acceptable equivalencies, course equivalency
shall be determined chiefly by content, as defined in the
catalog course description, and not by course title or units.
Upon completion of the repeated course, the previous grade
earned shall be omitted from the computation of the cumulative
grade point average. The permanent record shall be annotated in
such a manner that all work remains legible, ensuring a true and
complete academic history. The petition for this purpose, Petition
for Course Repetition, is available in the Admissions and Records
Office.
Under special circumstances, students may petition to repeat
any course which was successfully completed more than three
years prior, is required as part of the student's designated educational
goal, and is in a sequence of courses based on prerequisites.
The grade earned in the repeated course shall be omitted from
the computation of the cumulative grade point average. The grade
received in the earliest course will remain and be counted in all
calculations of grade point average, academic status and eligibility
for various programs. The permanent record shall be annotated
in such a manner that all work remains legible, ensuring a true and
complete academic history. The petition for this purpose is available
in the Counseling Office.
Students should understand that other colleges or universities
may not accept credit for work which represents a repetition of
high school work. In addition, there is no assurance that repeated
courses resulting in an improvement in grade will be accepted by
other colleges or universities.
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Credit by Examination
Granting unit credit for a course by examination is based on the
principle that previous experience, training, or instruction is the
equivalent of a specific course taught by the College. If an examination
indicates that the student possesses adequate equivalency
and mastery of the subject, credit may be granted. All courses
shall be open to credit by examination unless specifically exempted.
Each division of the College shall determine the courses
for which credit by examination may be granted and the Office of
Student Learning shall maintain a current list of courses excluded
from this policy. For the purpose of this policy, a course shall
mean an organized area of instruction as described in the Ventura
College Catalog.
A student should be advised that the use of units given by credit
by exam to establish eligibility for athletics, financial aid, and
veterans benefits is subject to the rules and regulations of the
external agencies involved.
Exception to the above may be made when necessary to meet
provisions of California State law or the rules and regulations of
state agencies governing programs of the California community
colleges.
Credit by examination may be granted only to a student who is
currently enrolled in at least one credit course in the College; has
completed at least twelve (12) units in residence in the colleges of
the Ventura County Community College District; is not on academic
probation; has submitted transcripts of all previous
coursework; has not earned college credit in more advanced
subject matter; has not or is not enrolled in the subject course as
an auditor; and, has not received a grade (A, B, C, D, F, CR, CRE,
NC, or equivalent) in the course for which he or she is seeking
credit, by examination at this or any other educational institution.
A student seeking credit by examination will receive a CRE
(credit by exam) if he or she satisfactorily passes the examination;
no other grade will be recorded for credit by exam. Students who
are unsuccessful in an attempt to challenge a course by examination
will not receive an NC (no credit) and no record of the attempt
for credit by examination will appear on a student's transcript.
However, students may challenge a course only once. A student
may challenge no more than twelve (12) units or four (4) courses
toward an Associate Degree or Certificate of Achievement. The
amount of unit credit granted by examination to an individual shall
not count toward the minimum 12-unit requirement for residency.
Credit by examination may be granted in only one course in a
sequence of courses, as determined by prerequisites, and may not
be granted for a course which is a prerequisite to the one in which
the student is currently enrolled.
Exceptions to this policy are permitted for each college in those
occupational programs where curriculum makes this necessary.
The exceptions are as follows:
•the 12-unit residency requirement is suspended, permitting
students to petition for credit by examination prior to completion
of that requirement; when the residency requirement has
been met, the course(s) successfully challenged shall be
added to the student's record;
•credit by examination may be granted for more than one
course in a sequence of required courses, when approved by
the administrator responsible for vocational programs.
The petition for this purpose, Petition for Credit by Examination,
is initiated in the Counseling Office. Approved petitions must be on
file with the administering instructor by Friday of the tenth week of
the semester. The examination is to be administered prior to the
last day of the final examination period.
Credit by examination (CRE) is assigned for work of such
quality as to warrant a letter grade of C or a better. Transcript
entries shall distinguish credits obtained by examination from
credits obtained as a result of regular course enrollment. The
student's academic record shall be clearly annotated to reflect that
credit was earned by examination. Students should be aware that
other colleges may not accept credit by examination for transfer
purposes.
Dean's List
Special recognition is accorded students who complete a program
of twelve or more units of letter-graded coursework with a
3.50 grade point higher during a semester. Credit/no credit units
are not considered in the twelve-unit requirement. These students
are placed on the Dean’s List and accorded appropriate recognition,
including a letter of commendation for academic distinction.
Graduation with Honors
Graduation with Highest Honors
The highest honors designation is placed on the transcript and
diploma of the graduate who has achieved an overall grade point
average (GPA) of 4.0. The highest honors graduate must have
completed at least 30 units of coursework at Ventura County
Community College District of which 18 units or more must be
letter grades. All letter grades must be an A.
Graduation with High Honors
The high honors designation is placed on the transcript and
diploma of the graduate who has achieved an overall grade point
average (GPA) 3.75. The high honors graduate must have completed
at least 30 units of coursework at Ventura County Community
College District of which 18 units or more must be letter
grades.
Graduation with Honors
The honors designation is placed on the transcript and diploma
of the graduate who has achieved an overall grade point average
(GPA) of 3.5. The honors graduate must have completed at least
30 units of coursework at Ventura County Community College
District of which 18 units or more must be letter grades.
Departmental Honors
Students who do outstanding work in their departments may
receive special recognition by the faculty. Eligibility is determined
by inclusion in the honors categories listed above. Selection is
made by departmental faculty.
Use of Listening or Recording Devices
State law in California prohibits the use by anyone in a classroom
of any electronic listening or recording device without prior
consent of the instructor and the College Administration. Any
student who has need to use electronic aids must secure the
consent of the instructor. If the instructor agrees to the request, the
notice of consent will be filed with the Office of Student Learning.
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Use of the Internet
PURPOSE OF THE INTERNET: The student Internet account is to
be used to support the instructional process of students who are
actively enrolled in a designated course. Noneducational, recreational
and commercial uses of the Internet are prohibited.
RULES FOR USING THE INTERNET: You are responsible for
ensuring that you use the Internet account in an effective, efficient,
ethical and lawful manner. To this end, please obey the following
rules:
1. Comply with the guidelines for acceptable use of networks
or services which you access through the Internet.
2. Do not attempt to gain access to resources for which you
have not been given authorization. Ventura College will not
assume financial responsibility for unauthorized Internetrelated
expenditures.
3. Do not make any harassing or defamatory remarks using
the Internet.
4. Do not create a personal link to any Ventura College home
page, and do not represent Ventura College in any of your
own pages.
5. Do not install any software.
6. Do not use any unapproved software.
7. Do not violate any federal or state law, including copyright
laws.
8. Download data from the Internet onto your own data storage
disk—any data found on the hard drive will be deleted.
PRIVACY ON THE INTERNET: Please be aware that any electronic
mail is not private since your class will be sharing a mail
box, and that the College reserves the right to access any such
information.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET:
Through the Internet, the College provides access to public and
private outside networks which furnish electronic mail, information
services, bulletin boards, conferences, etc. Please be advised
that the College does not assume responsibility for the contents of
any of these outside networks.
Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOPS) grads
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Educational Assistance Center (EAC)
Disabled Students Programs and Services
The Educational Assistance Center (EAC) promotes the educational
and vocational potential of students with disabilities by
enhancing their total integration into the mainstream of college
life. The EAC is located in the FL building.
Students with learning, visual, hearing, speech, mobility, and
psychological disabilities, as well as acquired brain injury and
other health impairments, are eligible to apply for the support
services or instruction needed to fully participate in the educational
process.
These special services include: one-stop registration assistance,
assessment of learning problems, sign language interpreters,
notetaking, readers, transcribers, tutors, mobility assistance,
job development and placement, specialized counseling, handicapped
parking, alternative testing, alternate media, assistive
computer technology and other assistive devices. Instruction is
available in job-seeking skills, Braille, adaptive P.E., learning
skills, and assistive computer technology. Classroom instructional
materials and college publications are available on request
in alternate formats. For assistance, call (805) 654-6300.
Foreign Language Lab
The Foreign Language Lab is located in F-207. The lab consists
of 30 computer stations that contain various audio, video and
interactive programs to aid the foreign language student in his/her
language acquisition experience.
The Foreign Language Lab will relocate to the new Library and
Learning Resources Center during the Fall semester 2004.
Internet Café
The College has provided a new Internet Café in Building B, the
Campus Center, by the Canon Copy Center. There are 18 computer
stations, with Internet access and printing capability. Students
may use the stations to apply to the College and for financial aid,
register for classes, surf the Internet, do homework, access their
e-mail and do research. All usage must comply with the “use of
the Internet” policy set forth on page 26 of this College Catalog.
Learning Center
The Learning Center functions both as an open-access computer
lab which students can use on a drop-in basis for their
college related work and as a lab for classroom instruction for
English, Reading, and ESL classes. PCs and Macintosh computers
are available with software for Internet access, word processing,
textbook related materials, and specialized reading and writing
programs. The Center is located on the second floor of the F
building. Hours will be as posted.
The Learning Center will relocate to the new Library and Learning
Resources Center during the Fall semester 2004.
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES
Library
The D.R. Henry Library's mission is to promote learning through
serving as a resource for education, research, information, continuing
education, fulfilling intellectual curiosity and promoting
student retention. The Library functions as a resource laboratory
for classes developing term papers, speeches, and other classroom
assignments. The collection consists of 66,156 volumes,
340 periodical titles and 309 microfilm titles. The Library also
offers several online "full text" electronic resources such as:
Proquest, which offers access to 2300 periodical titles and 5
newspaper titles online; and several other online research databases.
Located in the D building, the Library serves as a study area for
more than 250 patrons in three quiet study rooms, one research
workroom, and additional seating in the lobby. The catalog of
library materials is provided through nine computerized Public
Access Stations (PACS), which may be accessed from home or
office through the Internet at www.venturacollege.edu.
The Library provides 12 additional stations specifically designed
for Internet use. The checkout of library materials is
accomplished through the use of barcoded ASB cards or library
cards.
The Library also functions as a teaching facility as the librarians
instruct students and community patrons on the use of the Library
and its resources. The librarians offer orientation tours, a oneunit,
self-paced library course, and individual Internet instruction.
For more information, call (805) 654-6482.
A new Library and Learning Resources building is in the construction
stages. Completion is anticipated September 2004.
Math Center
The Math Center is staffed by instructors and tutors, and serves
the students in three capacities: (1) individualized instruction is
available for MATH V09 (Beginning Mathematics); (2) drop-in
tutoring is available for all math courses; (3) the Center provides
an environment for group study with the security of instructors
and tutors nearby, should the group need assistance. The Math
Center is located in SCI-225.
Tutoring
Located in Guthrie Hall, the Tutoring Center provides free dropin,
group, and individual tutorial services to students enrolled in
Ventura College classes. Tutors are Ventura College students who
have been recommended by their instructors to assist students
with their classes or volunteers from the community, many of
whom are retired faculty.
Besides helping students with course content, tutors clarify
instructions for assignment, help brainstorm ideas for papers and
projects, and teach strategies for effective study and exam preparation.
For more information, please call (805) 648-8926.
The Tutoring Center will relocate to the new Library and Learning
Resources Center during the Fall semester 2004.
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Drawing and Composition class
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Assessment / Testing
Ventura College has an open admissions policy and requires no
entrance examination. For enrollment in most English, reading
and/or math courses, participation in the assessment process is
strongly encouraged if students have not satisfactorily completed
a prerequisite college course. Assessment testing is for advisement
purposes only, in order to assist students in making appropriate
course selections.
Please consult the testing schedules which appear in the
semester Schedule of Classes. Students who have earned prior
college credit ("C" or higher grade) for an English composition or
math course may be exempt from placement tests. Students must
provide a transcript of previously completed coursework prior to
enrollment. See the Schedule of Classes for additional exemption
criteria.
For meeting graduation competency requirements in English,
reading and/or math, please contact the Counseling Office. Testing
for ESL students is available through the Bilingual Services Office
and students with disabilities may be tested through the Educational
Assistance Center.
CalWORKs
Students participating in a CalWORKs (California Work
Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act) may be eligible for
subsidized child care, as well as book vouchers, transportation
assistance, early enrollment and CalWORKs workstudy jobs. For
more information, please contact the Ventura College CalWORKs
Office at (805) 477-2021 for more information.
Campus Police Services
Campus police officers, assisted by student police cadets, are
available to provide law enforcement and security services to the
campus community. Anyone observing or having knowledge of
possible criminal activity on or about the campus is asked to
promptly report the facts of the situation to the on-duty campus
police officer.
The Campus Police Office phone number is (805) 654-6486
(from campus phones dial 6486). You can also request an officer
by calling the Student Business Office at (805) 654-6488 (from
campus phone dial 6488).
For emergencies, dial 9-911 from College phones or 911 from
pay phones. This will put you in touch with the Ventura City Police
Department. Detailed guidance on matters concerning student
conduct and traffic regulations is provided in the Appendices of
this Catalog.
Child Development Center
A Child Development Center is available on the Ventura College
campus to enable students who are parents of toddlers and
preschool children to continue their education by providing a
quality, developmentally appropriate program for their children,
ages 18 months through pre-K.
Children thrive in a safe, loving and enriching environment. We
believe that children learn by being actively involved in the learning
process through exploration, discovery, experimentation and
creativity.
STUDENT SERVICES
Fees are charged for this service. A new waiting list for enrollment
at the Center begins as each semester's Schedule of Classes
arrives on campus. Please call (805) 648-8930 for further
information.
Counseling Services
Open days and evenings for counseling drop-in visits or
scheduled appointments, our staff can assist you with academic,
career, or personal counseling. Counselors can provide a variety
of resources to help you achieve the greatest possible benefit from
your college experience.
Each counselor is a specialist in several academic areas, and
you may wish to see a counselor according to the major you
declare. The Counseling Office can be a valuable resource in
exploring the options or defining the requirements in a particular
field of study. However, you are free to select any counselor you
choose.
All counselors have the expertise to assist you with course
selection, educational planning, and questions concerning
requirements for majors, general education, graduation, or transfer
to a four-year college or university. A counselor can answer your
questions about a course or academic requirements, aid you in
exploring your career plans or life goals, or help you with problems
that are personal. Counseling Offices are located in the
Administration Building and in the E Building. For the College’s
Bilingual Services, please call (805) 654-6484 or visit DP-2.
Educational Assistance Center
This is the Disabled Students Programs and Services office. The
EAC offers a variety of services to students with disabilities,
including specialized academic, vocational and personal
counseling. Please see the Instructional Support Services section
for more information.
Extended Opportunity Programs and Services
(EOPS)
EOPS provides programs and services over, above, and in
addition to the regular educational programs of the College and is
designed to assist educationally and economically disadvantaged
students to be successful in their educational program at Ventura
College.
ELIGIBILITY: Students must be eligible for a Board of Governor's
Fee Waiver (BOGW) A or B; be enrolled full time (12 units); have
completed less than 70 units of degree-applicable credit; and be
determined to be educationally disadvantaged.
SERVICES:
OUTREACH, ORIENTATION AND REGISTRATION SERVICES:
Entry services to identify EOPS eligible students and facilitate their
enrollment in the College will be provided by special outreach, an
active recruitment program, special college orientation, and early
registration assistance for priority enrollment.
ASSESSMENTS: EOPS eligible students are assessed in reading,
comprehension, vocabulary, writing, computations, study skills,
and academic skill deficiencies.
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COUNSELING AND ADVISEMENT: Specialized counseling is
provided to all EOPS students. Personalized academic/personal
counseling and the development of a student educational plan is
provided to all EOPS students through the EOPS certificated
counselors. EOPS counselors meet regularly with EOPS students.
SPECIAL SERVICES: A multi-ethnic staff is available. They can
provide Spanish language assistance.
TRANSFER AND CAREER EMPLOYMENT SERVICES: EOPS
provides assistance to EOPS eligible students with the transfer
process to four-year institutions and/or to find career employment
in their field of training.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: All students who are admitted under
the program are considered for financial assistance on the basis
of need and completion of the EOPS orientation class. Each
application is individually assessed.
TUTORING: EOPS provides additional tutoring hours for EOPS
students through the Tutoring Center.
COOPERATIVE AGENCIES RESOURCES FOR EDUCATION
(CARE) PROGRAM: Students who are eligible for EOPS (Extended
Opportunities Services) and are TANF/AFDC/CalWORKs recipients
may be able to receive financial child care assistance, gas, and
on-campus meals. Students must be at least 18 years old and the
single head of their household. Their child(ren) must be age 13 or
under. Students must be enrolled in 12 units, have a 2.0 GPA and
complete the FAFSA before applying for child care assistance at
the EOPS Office. For more information, call (805) 654-6302.
OTHER SERVICES: Scholarship application assistance,
workshops, university field trips, emergency loans, referrals,
assistance with the financial aid process, student leadership, and
advocacy.
EOPS is located in the Financial Services, Building FS. The
phone number is (805) 654-6302.
Financial Services
Many students would be unable to attend Ventura College
without financial assistance. If you need financial assistance to
help pay the costs of attending Ventura College, the Financial Aid
Office will provide you with financial aid information and services.
Applying for financial aid can be somewhat complicated and
time consuming, but it is worthwhile. The role of the Financial Aid
Office is to help academically capable students toward their
educational goal. The College offers a financial aid package
combining grants, loans, and workstudy employment to eligible
students with demonstrated financial need. Financial need is
determined by comparing student resources (family contribution,
student assets, and student earnings) as reflected by a financial
needs analysis from the Federal Student Aid Processor, with the
appropriate cost of attendance budget for Ventura College. Due to
limitations in funding, we are not always able to offer enough
financial assistance to fulfill all of your needs. Therefore, you are
encouraged to apply early each year.
The financial services philosophy is that education benefits not
only the individual, but society as well. Therefore, the responsibility
for meeting the costs of college expenses, while primarily borne
by the student and/or the family, is shared by educational
institutions, private donors, agencies, and the state and federal
government for these students who have limited resources. There
are three types of financial aid available: grants, loans, and workstudy.
Types of Aid
• Enrollment Fee Waiver: The Board of Governors Enrollment
Fee Waiver (BOGW) provides a waiver of enrollment fees and
the health fees to qualifying students who are California residents.
See Appendix XII for information regarding the methods of
qualifying.
• Grants are awarded to recognize exceptional financial need.
Students do not have to repay them as long as they fulfill
requirements for eligibility.
• Loans allow students to defer costs by borrowing money while
in school and repaying it with interest, usually after graduating
or withdrawing from college. Students must show financial
need to qualify for most loans.
• Work-Study enables students to earn a portion of their financial
aid through part-time employment. Students must demonstrate
financial need and be eligible to work to qualify. Earnings from
work-study are subject to state and federal withholding taxes,
but may not be subject to FICA (Social Security) taxes.
Payback Penalty for Withdrawal
Federal law requires paying back money if you leave school.
If you get a GRANT or LOAN and then WITHDRAW from all your
classes, you will OWE money to the Federal Student Financial Aid
Program.
If you are thinking of withdrawing or just leaving...please, think
again. Perhaps you can stay, but take fewer courses. Maybe there
are services (like tutoring or personal support) that will enable you
to stay. Talk with your teachers or an academic counselor to see
what advice and help they can offer. Don't leave unless you must.
But if you must leave, take care of business before you go.
If you must withdraw from all classes, contact the Financial Aid
Office immediately to learn how much you will owe. You can
arrange regular payments with the federal government without
losing your student aid eligibility. It is important that you take care
of these details prior to withdrawing. Failure to do so will result in
a hold on your federal aid eligibility at any institution. NO
EXCEPTIONS!
Scholarships
Scholarships are specific gifts of money which are provided to
help students continue their studies. Each year, the Ventura
College Scholarships Program awards more than $200,000 to
both continuing and transferring Ventura College students.
Applications for Ventura College scholarships may be obtained
in the Ventura College Foundation Office from October 1 until the
last day of Fall semester. Additional information and applications
for community scholarships are available in the Ventura College
Foundation Office throughout the year.
The Helping Hands Program through the VC Foundation offers
scholarships each semester to assist needy students with child
care costs. Scholarships are up to $400 per semester and can be
awarded retroactively to pay for previous child care expenses. The
student's child(ren) must be enrolled in a licensed day care
facility. The scholarship is awarded on an ongoing basis and
students can reapply. Applications are available at the Child
Development Center and the VC Foundation Office. Contact the
Foundation Office at (805) 654-6461 for more information.
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Veterans Educational Benefits
Ventura College is approved to process claims for students who
are eligible to receive educational benefits under various Veteran's
Administration Educational Assistance Programs. Students
interested in filing benefits claims or for information should contact
the Veteran's Benefits Representative, located in the Admissions
and Records Office.
Enrollment and Rate of Pay
V.A. educational benefits are paid based on the number of units
enrolled:
Regular Semester
12 units = full-time pay;
9 units = three-quarter time pay;
6 units = one-half time pay
Summer Session
6 units = full-time for 8 week classes;
4 units = full-time for 6 week classes;
(3/4 and half-time pay calculated accordingly)
The majority of V.A. Educational Assistance Programs do not
pay a monthly allowance for less than half-time enrollment, although
the veteran may be reimbursed for the cost of tuition and fees.
UNSATISFACTORY PROGRESS: For the purpose of certification
for educational benefits, academic probation is defined as the
failure to complete a minimum of 50% of the total units attempted,
and/or to maintain a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average.
Unsatisfactory progress occurs when a veteran has been placed
on academic probation for two consecutive semesters.
Unsatisfactory progress must be reported to the Veteran's
Administration, and the veteran may not be certified for future
educational benefits. Any veteran placed on unsatisfactory progress
must consult the campus Veteran's Office and receive academic
counseling before educational benefits can be reinstated.
Guidance Workshops
GROUP GUIDANCE workshops or courses are offered during
the day and evening. The workshops are scheduled for the full
semester and for shorter periods of time and are available for
credit from .5 to 3 units. They are designed to provide an atmosphere
conducive to personal growth and awareness. Topics offered
cover a broad range of human concerns and are intended to help
you learn more effective ways of dealing with problems which may
be limiting personal or career growth and awareness. Topics
offered vary with each term and are announced in the Schedule of
Classes. Consult the Catalog or your counselor for more specific
information.
Housing Services
The College provides no campus housing, nor does it operate
any off-campus housing. Students are responsible for securing
any necessary housing. However, listings of accommodations are
solicited through the Student Activities Office. The listings include
information about rooms, room and board, rooms with kitchen
privileges and other types of rentals.
The listings are made available purely as a service, and the
College assumes no responsibility as to the condition of the rental
or the reputation of the owner.
Selection of housing, financial arrangements, and supervision
are the responsibility of the student and their parents or guardian.
Housing information is posted on the bulletin board opposite the
Campus Police Office in Building E. Students also have the option
of posting "House for Rent," "I Need Roommates to Share" or "I
Need a Place" cards at this location.
Listings may be given over the phone and listing cards are
available at the Student Activities Office or on the bulletin board in
Building E. For more information, call (805) 654-6487.
OTHER CURRICULAR AND
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
Athletics
Playing under the name of the Pirates, the participants in the
Men's and Women's Intercollegiate Athletic Program compete in
the strong Western State Conference. To be eligible for competition,
the student athlete must be continuously and actively enrolled in
a minimum of 12 units during the season of competition and
maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0. "Of the 12 credit
units, at least nine shall be attempted in courses counting toward
the associate degree, remediation, transfer, and/or certification as
defined by the College Catalog, and are consistent with the student
athlete's educational plan." (Commission on Athletics code)
The Men's Athletic Program offers competition in baseball,
basketball, cross-country, football, golf, swimming, tennis, track,
and water polo. The Women's Athletic Program includes competition
in basketball, cross-country, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis,
track, volleyball and waterpolo. Each student athlete must enroll in
the intercollegiate sport course in which he/she intends to
participate.
Cocurricular Activities
Ventura College supports a varied program of departmental,
social, cultural and athletic curricular activities, as well as creative
activities in dance, dramatics, music and journalism. Every student
is encouraged to participate in activities of his or her choice. More
information is available from the respective departments listed.
Dance
Under the direction of the dance department staff, the dance
curriculum is built around two major dance productions offered
each year. These provide opportunities for dance students to gain
experience in all aspects of dance production and performance.
Dramatics
Under the direction of the theater arts staff, the theater curriculum
is built around four major plays or other dramatic productions
offered each year. These provide opportunities for drama students
to gain experience in all aspects of theatrical production and
performance.
Music Organizations
COLLEGE CHOIR (day), COLLEGE SINGERS (evening), MASTER
CHORALE (evening): These groups are designed for people who
enjoy singing a wide variety of the finest choral literature. Choir is
an open group for singers with little or no previous experience. The
Master Chorale is for singers with previous choral experience.
College Singers may require auditions. Each group presents several
concerts per year.
ORCHESTRA: Students are invited to participate in orchestra
rehearsals and concerts through the day and evening program.
Classes in orchestra provide opportunity to perform the great
symphonic literature.
INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES: Ensembles are organized each
year for those students who desire experience in interpretation.
String, brass, woodwind and piano ensembles are formed when
qualified personnel are available.
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VC PRESS
Students can gain practical experience that will enhance their
academic training in writing, art, graphics, photography, Web site
design, and English grammar by joining the staff of the college
newspaper and cyber-newspaper. The VENTURA COLLEGE PRESS
is an award-winning, weekly newspaper published by and for
Ventura College students. It covers campus and local news.
Students learn to assign stories and photos, write and edit news,
features, sports, reviews and editorials, and design and lay out
pages and advertisements. Writing, graphics and page makeup
are all done on Microsoft Word and QuarkXPress computer software
on an Apple Macintosh desktop publishing system in the VC
PRESS newsroom. Adobe Photoshop is the software utilized for
photo production. The paper is published 10 times each semester.
Office of Bilingual College Services
OFFICE OF BILINGUAL COLLEGE SERVICES offers (in English
and Spanish) academic and personal counseling, and career
planning. It also provides matriculation services using a “one-stop
center” approach to best meet the needs of the ESL, CalWORKs,
vocational/job training, and/or re-entry student population enrolling
in ESL and short-term training programs. Matriculation services
available at the Office of Bilingual College Services include college
orientation, ESL assessment, group advisement, registration, and
assistance completing the financial aid applications (FAFSA and
Fee Waiver). This office also serves to welcome those students
who are transferring from Ventura College’s Off-campus programs
to the main campus in Ventura.
Personal Counseling
PERSONAL COUNSELING is available on an appointment basis.
Professional counselors understand that personal concerns
sometimes interfere with learning and that problems of a personal
nature can affect many dimensions of one's life. This service is
designed to help you explore your concerns in a comfortable,
supportive, and always confidential setting. Personal counseling
can help you sort out your feelings and emotions, discover
alternatives, learn skills to resolve your concerns, improve your
relationships with others, and generally achieve increased
satisfaction with your decisions. The counselors are here to listen,
to talk, to be with you. Come in or give us a call. We care. You can
make an appointment for personal counseling through the
Counseling Office located in the Administration Building or by
calling (805) 654-6448.
Re-entry and Women's Center
THE RE-ENTRY AND WOMEN’S CENTER is a student service
which provides a variety of resources and services to women and
men re-entering school. The Center also offers a network of
information and resources unique to women. In an effort to equip
students with the best set of tools to accomplish their goals the
Center’s various services include an orientation each semester,
textbook lending library, video library, workshops, support groups,
children’s clothing exchange and personal counseling, as well as
a supportive environment to all students at Ventura College. Check
our Web site: www.venturacollege.edu for our calendar of
events and scholarship information. The Center is located in
Building B, adjoining the cafeteria, facing Telegraph Road. Call
(805) 654-6365 for more information.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
Student Activities Program
The goal of the STUDENT ACTIVITIES PROGRAM is to provide
opportunities for students and the College to expand and develop
through a wide variety of activities and experiences. Student
participation in the Student Activities Program comprises two
major areas: governance and college activities. Within each, a
wide spectrum of experience is available to students. Program
areas include but are not limited to: student activities and programs,
leadership and leadership internship classes, ASVC Board and
student governance, student organizations, student housing,
posting approval, vendor approval, use of facilities and services
by student organizations, student photo identification and library
cards, scholarships, and student commencement.
Advertising or Posting on Campus
All flyers, posters and advertisements posted on campus must
be stamped for approval by the Student Activities Office. Information
then may be posted only on the College's bulletin boards or kiosks
for a maximum of 14 working days. Transparent tape, tacks or
staples only can be used. No information may be placed on walls,
vehicles, sidewalks, windows, trash cans, benches, etc. Approved
College-sponsored event information may be posted on the glass
windows of the Campus Center, but only on the east side facing
the Quad. Unapproved items, or those placed over approved
information, may be removed by staff.
Associated Students
Students are encouraged to participate in campus shared
governance. The Associated Students of Ventura College (ASVC)
assumes major responsibility for coordinating student activities
and expressing student concerns, interests, and viewpoints to the
administration. Student governance meetings are held every
Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. in the Campus Center Conference Room
(cafeteria). Student participation is welcome. Students have the
opportunity and are encouraged to be represented on all Collegewide
and District committees, councils, and boards that influence
College policy making. Visit the Student Activities Office, B building,
room 155, or call (805) 654-6487 for more information.
ASVC Photo Identification Card
The Associated Students of Ventura College encourage you to
purchase an ASVC card. This card entitles students to many
benefits that are financed largely by the funds received from
membership in the ASVC.
Upon payment of the fee ($10 yearly or $6 per semester),
students receive an ASVC photo I.D. card which entitles them to
a variety of goods and services, including 10% discount on used
books and most supplies in the College Bookstore, free admission
to V.C. athletic events, discounted student theatre performances
and musical performances, and discounted VC PRESS classified
advertisements. In addition, 10-50% discounts are available from
a variety of businesses in the community. Cards are issued
through the Student Activities Office.
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Student Leadership Course
Students on the ASVC Executive Board have the opportunity to
take Student Leadership V02. The course is specifically designed
for ASB Executive Officers, members of student organizations,
campus clubs, honor societies and other interested students.
Students gain conceptual and practical experience in leadership
skills, shared governance, and in the overall campus organization.
The course provides three units of credit transferable to CSU and
is repeatable.
Student Organizations
A variety of special interest and student organizations are
active on campus. These organizations provide an opportunity for
students to meet, organize and work together to achieve specified
goals. Officially registered active clubs or organizations may sit
on the ASVC Board, if they have met the minimum number of
student members required and have a club representative and/or
alternate representative to attend board meetings. Associate club/
student organizations (nonvoting) are officially recognized, if they
have a minimum of eight members and meet other requirements.
Student associations/clubs applications are available in the Student
Activities Office. The following groups have been active in the last
several years:
African American Student Union (AASU)
Alpha Beta Gamma (ABG)
Alpha Gamma Sigma (AGS)
American Institute of Architectural Students (AIAS)
Asian-Pacific Student Union (APSU)
Auto Technology
Campus Christian Fellowship
EAC Challengers
Engineering Club
Extended Opportunities Programs
and Services Student Association (EOPSSA)
International Students Association
Psychology Club
Model United Nations Club
Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlan (MEChA)
Native-American Club
Society for Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
Student Nurses Association
Ventura Anime Club
Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA)
Student Health Center
Students are required to pay health fees, unless exempted by
the Board of Governors Fee Waiver, when they register for classes.
These fees entitle them to unlimited consultations with the Student
Health Center. There are nominal fees for laboratory tests,
procedures, medications, etc. The health fee also provides accident
insurance coverage while students are on campus.
Students seeking medical care or information about any health
concerns are encouraged to call the Student Health Center. Health
services are offered, such as first aid, blood pressure readings,
hearing and vision screening, blood tests, tuberculin skin tests,
pregnancy tests and immunizations. During medical clinic times,
a physician or nurse practitioner provides diagnosis and treatment
of acute illness, general medical problems, musculoskeletal
problems, skin disorders, and women's health care (Pap smears,
family planning, infections).
Personal counseling is also available at the Student Health
Center. An appointment can be arranged with counselor-interns
for students who have personal concerns which are interfering
with achieving academic goals.
The Student Health Center hours may vary each semester.
Please call or stop by for office hours, specific medical clinic
times, and for a brochure describing the services offered.
Appointments are necessary unless you need prompt attention.
The Student Health Center phone number is (805) 654-6346.
Transfer and Career Center
The TRANSFER AND CAREER CENTER provides services to
students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university.
The Center schedules on-campus visits by representatives from
various colleges and universities and sponsors an annual Transfer
Day event in which over 50 colleges and universities attend.
Workshops are held to assist students on various topics, including
transfer admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and application
process. The Center provides reference materials, college catalogs,
applications and other services necessary for planning and
achieving a smooth transition between institutions.
Career advisement is also offered to assist students with career
exploration and educational choices. The Center offers information
on emerging career possibilities locally, statewide, and nationally,
as well as salary and job trends. Career assessment instruments
are available for a nominal fee. The Center provides a collection of
printed and audiovisual materials, as well as software and Internetbased
career exploration resources. Various career related
workshops are held, including career decision making, resume
writing, interviewing and job-search strategies. The Center also
sponsors an annual Job Fair each Spring in which over 60
employees attend.
Counselors are available by individual and group appointment
to assist students with major, career, job, and college and university
planning.
The Transfer and Career Center is located in the E Building, and
the phone number is (805) 654-6473 or (805) 654-6411.
Transportation to Campus
Transportation to and from campus is the student's responsibility.
The College provides no bus services and makes no payment in
lieu of transportation. VISTA bus service (800) 438-1112, provides
bus transportation to Ventura and the surrounding communities
with daily service to the College. This is the most affordable and
hassle-free way to travel to and from the campus. Bus schedules
are available in the Student Activities Office or at the phone
switchboard in the Administration Building.
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The Honor Society at Club Day in the Quad
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Community Education
CIVIC CENTER (FACILITY RENTALS)
The Community Education Program extends the educational,
cultural, and recreational programs of Ventura College by offering
short-term classes, workshops, lectures, tours and other events
which enrich the lives of individuals in our community. All
Community Education events are noncredit and must be supported
by fees, tuition, and other charges. No tax revenues of any sort
support the Community Education Program. For information or to
register for Community Education classes, please call (805) 654-
6459.
The Community Education Office also coordinates the use of
college facilities by off-campus organizations as authorized by the
Civic Center Act. For information about facility usage, please call
(805) 654-6400, ext. 2232. Both the Community Education Office
and the Civic Center Office are located in the Ventura College
Institute for Community and Professional Development (ICPD)
located at 71 Day Road.
Customized Services to Agencies / Vocational
Programs
Customized training programs are available through the Institute
for Community and Professional Development. Agencies
desiring support services for their clients will be charged a fee if
such services are not normally provided to regular students. For
additional information, please call (805) 648-8904.
East Campus
(805) 525-7136
Offices: 115 Dean Drive, Suite A, Santa Paula
Classrooms: 105-107 Dean Drive, Santa Paula
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Ventura College East Campus offers an extensive English-as-a-
Second Language (ESL) program as well as a wide variety of
general education and vocational classes and programs at the
Dean Drive location and at the local high schools. The vocational
programs include computer office assistant, CNA training, medical
assisting, and child development. The general education courses
meet graduation and transfer requirements for students who are
working toward an associate’s or bachelor’s degree. The ESL
classes help students whose first language is not English acquire
the speaking, reading, and writing skills needed to function at
work, in college, and in the community.
Educational Assistance Center
The Educational Assistance Center promotes the educational
and vocational potential of students with disabilities through their
integration into the mainstream of college life. Students with
mobility, learning, visual, hearing, communication and psychological
disabilities, as well as acquired brain injuries and other
health impairments, are eligible to apply for the support services
that are needed to fully participate in the educational process.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Services offered include academic, vocational, disability-related
and personal counseling, assessment of learning skills,
handicapped parking permits, mobility assistance, classroom
accommodations, and early one-stop registration at the Educational
Assistance Center.
In addition to courses offered by the Learning Skills Program
and High-Tech Center, special courses are available in Braille, job
seeking skills and adapted physical education. Accommodations
provided for students in mainstream classes include alternative
testing, tutoring, notetakers, sign language interpreters, alternate
media, assistive devices, mobility assistance, assistive technology,
college and classroom materials in alternate formats, and
other accommodations based on the functional limitations caused
by the student’s disability.
The Educational Assistance Center is located in the FL building.
For information, call (805) 654-6300; (805) 642-4583 (TTD).
Assistive Technology Training Center for Students with
Disabilities
The Assistive Technology Training Center (ATTC) is designed to
teach all students with disabilities about the latest in computer
access devices and instructional software, including speech synthesizers,
screen enlargers, adapted keyboards, voice-input systems,
text to speech software, Braille printers and adapted word
processing programs. The ATTC is currently located in J-5, but
will move into the new Learning Resources Center when it is
completed. The ATTC is staffed by specially trained instructors
and aides. Students can register for a variety of classes in
Assistive Computer Technology. Some open lab hours are also
available. For further information, phone (805) 654-6415 or TTY
(805) 642-4583.
Learning Skills Program
Students who have a history of delayed academic achievement,
or have had a great deal of difficulty mastering basic skills, may
wish to inquire about the special services provided by the Learning
Skills Program. An assessment of learning skills can be administered
to determine whether a student qualifies for extra academic
support services and/or special instruction in the Learning Skills
courses.
The program emphasizes individualized instruction, teaching to
the dominant learning style and allowing the student to learn at his
or her own pace. Special classes in reading, writing, math, study
skills, memory power, creative thinking, visualization and perception,
learning strategies, vocabulary building, spelling improvement
and personal development are offered. For further information
or an appointment for a learning assessment screening, call the
Educational Assistance Center at (805) 654-6300.
Emeritus Institute
The Emeritus Institute is designed to encourage lifelong learning.
Emeritus Institute classes are companion courses to regular
courses offered at the College. Students enrolled in Emeritus
Institute courses pay no in-state enrollment fees, take no tests,
and do no homework. Emeritus Institute courses are not available
for transferable credit or applicable towards any degree or certificate.
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International Students Program
The International Studies Office assists about 200 International
Students attending under an F-1 Visa (Student Visa) from countries
around the world: Japan, Germany, Sweden, Hungary, Morocco,
Kenya, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Brazil, Argentina,
Ecuador, Sri Lanka and many more. The Office assists students
with admission, assessment, orientation, immigration matters,
housing, academic advising, and counseling for new and continuing
students. International students under F-1 Visa must meet the
following application deadlines: Fall semester: June 15; Spring
Semester: November 15; Summer session: April 15. If you have
any questions, please contact the International Students Office,
(805) 654-6313.
Math Center
The Math Center is staffed by instructors and tutors, and serves
the students in three capacities: (1) individualized instruction is
available for MATH V09 (Beginning Mathematics); (2) drop-in
tutoring is available for all math courses; (3) the Center provides
an environment for group study with the security of instructors
and tutors nearby, should the group need assistance. The Math
Center is located in room SCI-225.
MESA
The Mathematics, Science, Engineering Achievement (MESA)
California Community College Program (CCCP) is an academic
program designed to encourage educationally disadvantaged community
college students to excel in math, engineering and science
so they can transfer to four-year institutions as majors in these
fields. MESA CCCP Centers are located on community college
campuses throughout the state and serve over 3,000 students.
The program is a collaboration between MESA and the California
Community College Chancellor's Office. The MESA CCCP model
for Ventura College was established in 2000. Call (805) 654-6337
for information.
Middle College Academy
Ventura College, in partnership with specific area high schools,
offers a Middle College Academy that allows motivated high
school students to attend college classes while still in high school.
Middle College Academy programs have been adopted by participating
high schools and community colleges throughout the
country, allowing high school students to earn college credit,
explore career options and take advanced courses not offered on
the high school campus. Call the Middle College Academy at
(805) 654-6321 for more information on participating high schools
and enrollment in the program.
Observation of Day of Remembrance for September 11
State of California Department of
Rehabilitation Assistance
The State of California Department of Rehabilitation (DR) provides
assistance for the vocational training and placement of individuals
with physical or mental disabilities. Emphasis is on serving
individuals with the most severe disabilities.
WHAT ASSISTANCE IS PROVIDED? The DR may provide financial
assistance for tuition, books, supplies and transportation relating
to vocational training. There is no fee for services provided.
WHO CAN RECEIVE ASSISTANCE? Eligibility for DR services is
determined by the DR office and is based on the existence of a
physical or mental disability that results in a substantial impediment
to employment. Apply to the State of California Department of
Rehabilitation; 1304 E. Main St., Suite A, Ventura, 93003; 1701
Pacific Avenue, Suite 120, Oxnard, 93033 or 325 E. Hillcrest
Drive, Suite 140, Thousand Oaks, 91360.
A Department of Rehabilitation counselor is also available for
appointments on campus in the Educational Assistance Center
Office on a periodic basis. Call (805) 654-6300 for an appointment.
The Department of Rehabilitation in collaboration with EAC offer
a Workability III program for DR clients/students to provide
assistance with seeking employment.
Training Through the Workforce Investment Act
and Private Rehabilitation
Ventura College is committed to serving special student populations,
referred by local, county, state, federal and private agencies.
Examples include students who are referred through the
Business and Employment Services Division of the County of
Ventura (BESD), which administers the Workforce Investment Act
(WIA), as well as those referred through private rehabilitation
firms. The College provides support services which include assistance
with registration, assessment, counseling, financial aid,
and customized vocational planning. For more information about
BESD, the WIA, or customized training, please call the Ventura
Institute for Community and Professional Development at (805)
648-8904.
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DEGREES
Graduation Requirements
As authorized by the California Education Code and Title V of the
California Administrative Code, the Ventura County Community
College District Governing Board confers the Associate in Arts
degree, the Associate in Science degree, and Certificates of
Achievement on students who provide the required transcripts,
meet the respective requirements as listed below, and who file with
the appropriate College office an application for a degree and/or
certificate.
Associate in Arts Degree
Associate in Science Degree
Basic Requirements
1. Competency: Demonstrated competency in reading, written
expression, and in mathematics as specified below.
2. Units: Completion of at least 60 semester units of degreeapplicable
college work.
3. Scholarship: A cumulative grade point average of not less
than 2.0 in all degree-applicable college and university work
attempted.
4. General Education: Completion of the general education
requirements as specified below.
5. Residency: Completion of the last 12 semester units in residence
at the college granting the degree selected from courses
required for graduation, if in attendance at the time of qualifying
for graduation. If the student designates a specific major,
then at least 6 of the 12 units must be selected from major
courses.
If not in attendance at the time of qualifying for graduation,
completion of 24 units in residence at the colleges of the
Ventura County Community College District to include at least
12 semester units in residence at the college granting the
degree, selected from courses required for graduation. If the
student designates a specific major, then at least 6 of the 12
units must be selected from major courses.
The governing board may make exceptions to the residency
requirements in any instance in which it is determined that an
injustice or hardship would otherwise be placed upon an
individual student.
Specific Major (A.A. or A.S.)
I. General Education Requirements
A. Natural sciences — a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in a biological science
2. One course in a physical science
B. Social and behavioral sciences — a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in American history and institutions
2. One other course in social and behavioral sciences
C. Humanities — a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in fine or performing arts
2. One other course in humanities
D. Language and rationality — a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in English composition
2. One course in communication and analytical thinking
DEGREES, PROGRAMS, TRANSFER INFORMATION
E. Health/physical education — a minimum of two courses
1. One course in health education
2. One course in physical activity
II. Major: Completion of all courses (at least 18 semester units)
required in a curriculum specified in the college catalog.
General Liberal Arts and Sciences Degree (A.A.)
I. General Education Requirements
A. Natural sciences — a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in a biological science
2. One course in a physical science
B. Social and behavioral sciences — a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in American history and institutions
2. One other course in social and behavioral sciences
C. Humanities — a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in fine or performing arts
2. One other course in humanities
D. Language and rationality — a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in English composition
2. One course in communication and analytical thinking
E. Health/physical education — a minimum of two courses
1. One course in health education
2. One course in physical activity
II. In addition to the general education requirements listed above,
completion of at least 12 additional units selected as follows: 9
units from the natural sciences and/or social and behavioral
sciences and/or humanities and/or language and rationality areas;
and 3 units from the designated ethnic/women’s studies course
list (cannot be “double-counted”). Completion of the degree requires
a total of at least 36 units in the four areas as well as two
courses from the health/physical education area.
Transfer Students - General Liberal Arts and
Sciences Degree (A.A.)
All transfer students may earn a general liberal arts and
sciences degree by doing one of the following:
I. Completion of the college's general liberal arts and sciences
AA degree pattern above; or,
II. Completion of at least 36 units of coursework selected
from the general education/breadth pattern of a transfer institution,
and/or from transfer courses required in preparation for the
student's selected major.
At a minimum, the 36 units must include the general education
courses specified below:
A. Natural sciences -- a minimum of 3 units
B. Social and behavioral sciences -- a minimum of 3 units
C. Humanities -- a minimum of 3 units
D. Language and rationality -- a minimum of 6 units
1. English composition -- one course
2. Communication and analytical thinking -- one course
E. Health/physical education -- a minimum of two courses
1. Health education -- one course
2. Physical activity -- one course
F. Ethnic/women's studies -- one course which cannot be
“double-counted” to satisfy other general education requirements
above. NOTE: The completion of this degree does not necessarily
make the student eligible to transfer to a four-year college or
university. For transfer requirements, consult the College Catalog
and your counselor.
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General Education
Philosophy Statement
General Education is designed to introduce students to the
variety of means through which people comprehend the
modern world. It reflects the conviction of the college that
those who receive our degrees must possess in common
certain basic principles, concepts and methodologies both
unique to and shared by the various disciplines. College
educated persons should be able to use this knowledge when
evaluating and appreciating the physical environment, the
culture, and the society in which they live. Most importantly,
general education should lead to better self-understanding.
This understanding involves 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 for selfunderstanding.
In addition to these accomplishments, students
should possess sufficient depth in some field of knowledge to
contribute to lifetime interest.
To meet the objectives of general education:
A. Courses in the natural sciences are those that help
students examine the physical universe, its life forms, and its
natural phenomena; and develop an understanding and
appreciation of the scientific method and of the relationships
between science and other human activities.
B. Courses in the social and behavioral sciences help
students develop an understanding of the method of scientific
inquiry used in the social and behavioral sciences; stimulate in
students critical thinking about human behavior; and promote
an appreciation of how societies and social subgroups have
operated in the past and function in the present.
C. Courses in the humanities help students develop an
awareness of how people of different cultures throughout the
ages have responded to themselves, other people, and their
environment in artistic and cultural creation; develop aesthetic
understanding and the ability to make value judgments; and
participate in creative experiences.
D. Courses in language and rationality help students
develop principles and applications of language toward logical
thought, clear and precise expression, and critical evaluation of
communication in whatever symbol systems the students use.
E. Courses in health and physical activity help students
develop the understanding and skills necessary to maintain a
healthful life.
F. Courses in ethnic and women’s studies help students
develop an awareness of the historical roots and an
appreciation of the cultural contributions of diverse ethnic
populations and women; lead to an understanding of the
causes and consequences of socio-economic inequality based
on race, sex or ethnicity; and explore ways of eliminating such
inequalities.
Associate Degree
General Education Courses
2004-2005
A. NATURAL SCIENCES - a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in biological science
AG V03, V04, V54; ANAT V01; ANPH V01; ANTH V01, V01L;
BIOL V01, V01L, V03, V04, V10, V12, V14, V18, V29, V29L;
MICR V01; PHSO V01; PSY V03.
2. One course in physical science
AST V01, V02; CHEM V01A, V01AL, V01B, V01BL, V10,
V10L, V12A, V12AL, V12B, V12BL, V20, V20L, V21, V21L;
GEOG V01, V01L, V05; GEOL V02, V02L, V03, V07, V11;
PHSC V01; PHYS V01, V02A-V02AL, V02B-V02BL, V03AV03AL,
V03B-V03BL, V04-V04L, V05-V05L, V06-V06L.
B. SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES - a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in American history and institutions
AES V02A, V02B, V22, V40A, V40B, V63; HIST V02A, V02B,
V03A, V03B, V04B, V05A, V05B, V07A, V07B, V12, V16,
V17; POLS V01, V03.
2. One other course in social and behavioral sciences
AES V01, V02A, V02B, V11, V20, V21A, V21B, V22, V23,
V24, V40A, V40B, V41, V42A, V42B, V61, V62, V63; ANTH
V02, V03, V04, V06, V07; AAS V01; BUS V30; CHST V01,
V02, V24; CD V61; CJ V01, V02, V15; ECON V01A, V01B;
GEOG V02, V06; HIST V01A, V01B, V02A, V02B, V03A,
V03B, V04A, V04B, V05A, V05B, V07A, V07B, V08, V09,
V10A, V10B, V12, V13, V14A, V14B, V15, V16, V17, V18A,
V18B, V19, V20; HEC V22, V23, V24; JOUR V01; POLS
V01, V02, V03, V04, V05, V09, V10, V11, V14, V15, V16;
PSY V01, V02, V05, V07-V07L, V15, V25, V29, V30, V31;
SOC V01, V02, V03, V04, V05, V07, V24, V31.
C. HUMANITIES - a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in fine or performing arts
AES V10, V12, V65; ART V01, V02A, V02B, V03, V04,
V05, V06, V07, V08, V11A, V12A, V13A, V19, V51A; HEC
V05A; MUS V01, V03, V06, V07, V08, V09A, V09B; PHOT
V01, V02, V07; THA V01, V02A, V20, V29.
2. One course in humanities
AES V30, V31; ENGL V01B, V02B, V07A, V07B, V10, V11A,
V15, V16, V21A, V21B, V22A, V22B, V23, V26, V30, V31,
V32A, V32B, V33, V34, V132A, V132B, V133, V134; FREN
V01, V02, V03, V04, V51A, V51B, V51C; GERM V01, V02,
V03, V04, V51A, V51B, V51C; HIST V01A, V01B, V18A,
V18B; IDS V08; ITAL V01, V02, V51A, V51B; JAPN V01,
V02, V51A, V51B; PHIL V01, V02, V03A, V03B, V04, V06A,
V06B; READ V02B; SL V10A, V10B, V10C; SPAN V01, V02,
V03, V03S, V04, V04S, V10A, V10B, V20, V51A, V51B,
V71; SPCH V05; THA V23, V30A.
D. LANGUAGE AND RATIONALITY - a minimum of 6 units
1. One course in English composition
BUS V44, V45; ENGL V01A, V02A; JOUR V05A, V105;
SUP V81.
2. One course in communication and analytical thinking
BUS V06; BIS V40; CS V04, V11, V15, V17, V20, V22,
V30, V32, V40, V80, V82, V86; DRFT V03; ENGL V01B;
MATH V01, V02, V03, V04, V05, V11B, V20, V21A, V21B,
V21C, V24, V30, V38, V40, V44, V45, V46A, V46B, V52;
PHIL V04, V05; PSY V04; READ V01, V02A; SPCH V01,
V10, V15.
E. HEALTH/PHYSICAL EDUCATION - a minimum of 2 courses
1. One course in health education
HED V93, V95.
2. One course in physical activity
AES V15; CJ V10-V12B; DANC V10-V50; EAC V21, V25-
V28; HED V85, V92, V94, V97; HEC V10, V97; PE V01-
V22, V30-V87, V91-V94, V97-V99; REC V41; THA V14.
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*F. ETHNIC/WOMEN’S STUDIES - a minimum of one course
AES V01, V02A, V02B, V10, V11, V20, V21A, V21B, V22, V23,
V24, V30, V31, V40A, V40B, V41, V42A, V42B, V61, V62, V63,
V65; ANTH V02, V04, V06; ART V03, V07, V08; AAS V01; CHST
V01, V02, V24; ENGL V02B, V32A, V32B, V33, V34, V132A,
V132B, V133, V134; HIST V02A, V02B, V03A, V03B, V04B, V05A,
V05B, V10A, V10B, V12, V13, V14A, V14B, V15, V17, V19; MUS
V03; POLS V11, V14; PSY V30; READ V02B;SOC V03, V04, V24;
SPAN V20, V71.
*General liberal arts and sciences degree only; not required for
other degrees.
Competency Requirements
Students must demonstrate competence in reading, in written
expression, and in mathematics:
a. Reading: minimum competency in reading is satisfied by
completion of the requirements for the associate degree.
b. Written expression: minimum competency in writing is
satisfied by completion of the requirements for the associate
degree.
c. Mathematics: minimum competency in mathematics is
satisfied by successful completion (A,B,C, or CR) of a
mathematics course in elementary algebra (or a higher
level mathematics course) which includes demonstrated
ability to:
•perform operations with real numbers;
•solve linear equations and inequalities of one variable;
•perform operations with polynomials;
•solve rational equations or quadratic equations;
•solve problems containing ratios;
•solve equations containing proportions; and
•graph linear equations
Please visit a counselor for information on options for meeting
the mathematics requirement.
Internal Certification of General Education
Requirements
General education requirements for the A.A/A.S. degrees may
be partially or fully certified by the college within the district where
the work was completed. If a student does not obtain certification,
then he or she must meet the requirements of the college granting
the degree.
Graduation Application Procedures
Students may apply for graduation by scheduling a counseling
appointment to submit an application for graduation. The student
may elect to be either a Fall graduate, a Spring graduate, or a
Summer graduate, depending upon the completion of all necessary
graduation requirements; however, formal graduation ceremonies
are conducted only at the conclusion of each academic
year. The deadline dates for submission of graduation applications
are printed in the Ventura College Schedule of Classes. If for
any reason a student fails to submit an application prior to the
published deadline, he or she may submit the application for the
following graduation period.
Guidelines for Additional Degree
Any college in the Ventura County Community College District
will award an additional associate degree under the following
conditions:
1. A student who has earned an associate degree at any regionally
accredited institution may earn an additional associate
degree.
2. A student who holds a higher degree from any regionally
accredited institution may earn an associate degree in a
specific major (this excludes the Associate in Arts in general
liberal arts and sciences).
3. General education requirements earned for one degree may be
applied toward another degree.
4. A candidate for an additional degree must complete 12 or
more units of credit, in residence, at Ventura College concurrent
with or after the completion of requirements for the first
associate degree. In addition, a candidate must be in attendance
at Ventura College in the semester during which graduation
requirements for the additional degree are completed.
5. A student must complete all the required courses listed in the
catalog for the specific majors. In the event that unmet requirements
for a specific major do not total 12 units, a student must
complete the remaining units from electives listed under the
major or courses as approved by the appropriate division.
6. In the case of degrees offering two or more options, a student
may earn an additional degree within the same field by completing
the requirements for that option (the additional degree)
and all other requirements specified herein.
Appeals to the above policy may be submitted to the Dean of
Student Development. Waivers may be granted under extenuating
circumstances or when there has not been sufficient opportunity
to enroll in required courses.
Certificates of Achievement
A Certificate of Achievement will be granted in specific vocational
areas to any student who meets the following requirements:
1. Scholarship: A cumulative grade point average of not less
than 2.0 in all college and university coursework attempted.
2. Major: Completion of all courses required in a curriculum
specified in the College Catalog.
3. Residency: Completion of at least 12 semester units in residence
at the college granting the certificate.
4. Application for Certificate: The student must file a formal
written application in the Counseling Office. Work counted
toward the granting of a certificate by one college cannot be
used at another college for a duplicate certificate.
Certificates of Completion
A Certificate of Completion may be awarded to a student upon
successful completion of a course or series of courses as designated
in the College Catalog. Successful completion is defined as
satisfactory (2.0) scholarship. Certificates of Completion are
granted by selected instructional departments of the College.
Some are specified following the programs set forth under Associate
Degree and Certificate of Achievement major requirements.
Others are specified in the announcement of courses section of
this Catalog as a part of individual course descriptions. Consult
your instructor for further information.
Transfer Requirements
The completion of general education and major requirements
for an associate degree ordinarily does not make the student
eligible to transfer to a four-year college or university. For transfer
requirements, consult the transfer information section of the
College Catalog and your counselor.
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VENTURA COLLEGE
2004-2005
Curriculum Curriculum
Health Education X
Health Information Technology X X
Health Science X X
History X
Home Economics X X X
Home Health Aide x x
Human Services X X X
IBM's UNIX X
Interior Design X X
International Studies X X X
Internship X
Italian X
Japanese X
Journalism X X X
Liberal Studies X
Machine Technology X X X
Manufacturing Technology X X
Mathematics X
Medical Assistant X X X
Microcomputers X X
Multimedia X X X
Music X X X
Native-American Studies X
Natural Resources X X X
Nursing X X
Oracle X X
Paramedic Studies X X X
Philosophy X
Photography X X X
Physical Education X
Physics X
Political Science X
Pre-Law X
Pre-Medicine X
Pre-Veterinary Medicine X
Psychology X
Recreation X X X
Secretarial X X X
Sign Language/American Sign Language X
Sociology X
Spanish X
Special Education X
Speech Communications X
Supervision X X X
Technology X
Theatre Arts X X X
Water Science X X X
Welding Technology X X X
Women’s Studies X
Work Experience X
Accounting X X X
African-American Studies X
Agricultural Sciences X X X
Anthropology X
Aquatics X X
Architecture X X X
Art X X X
Asian-American Studies X
Astronomy X
Automotive X X X
Bilingual/Cross-Cultural Studies X X
Biological Sciences X X X
Biotechnology X X X
Bookkeeping X X
Business Administration X X X
Business Information Systems X X
Ceramics X X X
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) x x
Chemistry X
Chicano Studies X
Child Development X X X
Cisco X X
Clerical X X X
Commercial Art X X X
Communication X
Computer Information Systems X X X
Computer Science X X X
Construction Technology X X X
Criminal Justice X X X
Dance X
Drafting X X X
Drama X X X
Economics X
Education X
Emergency Medical Services X X X
Engineering X X X
English X
English as a Second Language X
Environmental Horticulture X X X
Environmental Studies X X
Ethnic Studies X
Fashion Design and Merchandising x x x
Fine Art X X X
Floristry X X
French X
General Liberal Arts and Sciences x x
Geographic Information Services (GIS) X X
Geography X
Geological Sciences X
German X
Guidance X
associate degree
courses
certificate
courses
certificate
associate degree
Degrees, Programs, Transfer Information - 41 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
PROGRAMS
Ventura College offers a wide variety of general and occupational
programs leading to a Certificate of Achievement or an
Associate Degree. These programs, which can be completed in
two years or less, prepare the graduate for many excellent career
opportunities in the community. Ventura College offers designated
degrees and certificates in the following areas:
Associate in Arts Degrees
and
Certificates of Achievement
*General Liberal Arts and Sciences
Bilingual/Cross-Cultural Studies
Biological Sciences
Ceramics
Fine Art
Human Services
International Studies
Journalism
Music
Photography
Recreation
Theatre Arts
*No Certificate of Achievement awarded.
Associate in Science Degrees
and
Certificates of Achievement
Accounting
Agricultural Plant Science
Architecture
Automotive Technology
Biological Sciences - options: biotechnology; plant
biotechnology
Business: General
Business Management - options: management; marketing and
merchandising
Child Development
Clerical
Commercial Art
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science - options: bioinformatics; C; C++; database
programming; Java; multimedia programming for gaming; visual
basic; Web programming
Construction Technology - options: building inspection;
construction management
Criminal Justice - options: academic; academy
Drafting Technology - options: electronic drafting and
manufacturing; industrial design and manufacturing
Emergency Medical Services: Paramedic Studies
Engineering
Environmental Horticulture - options: landscape architecture
and city and regional planning; landscape construction and
management; nursery and greenhouse management;
turfgrass and park management
Fashion Design and Merchandising - options: design;
merchandising
*Health Information Technology
Home Economics
+Landscape Management
Machine Technology
Medical Assistant
Multimedia - options: architecture; business; graphics;
programming; Web development
Natural Resources
*Nursing
Physical Science: Engineering Technology
Secretarial
Supervision
Water Science - options: wastewater; water
Welding Technology
*No Certificate of Achievement awarded.
+No Associate in Science degree awarded.
Certificates of Completion
Ventura College offers these certificates, awarded by the department,
to students who complete a designated course or series
of courses which total less than 18 units. Certificates of Completion
are available in the following fields:
Agriculture
Applied CNC Machine Operator
Aquatics
Art
Automotive Technology
Biotechnician
Bookkeeping
Certified Nurse Assistant
Cisco Networking Associate
Computerized Office
Criminal Justice
Drafting
Emergency Medical Technician
Environmental Studies
Floristry
Geographic Information Systems
Health Sciences Administration
Home Health Aide
Human Services
Interior Design
Keyboarding
Lifeguard Training
Machine Shop
Mechanical Inspection
Medical Assistant
Medical Terminology
Medical Transcription
Microcomputer Keyboarding
Microcomputers: Business Applications
Multimedia
NAUI Instructor
Office Skills Training
Oracle Database Administrator
Photography
SCUBA Diving
Water Safety Instructor
42 - Degrees, Programs, Transfer Information Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
Associates in Arts Degrees
and
Certificates of Achievement
Major Requirements
General Liberal Arts and Sciences*+
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
Natural sciences 6
Biological science, one (1) course
Physical science, one (1) course
Social and behavioral sciences 6
American history and institutions, one (1) course
Social and behavioral sciences, one (1) other course
Humanities 6
Fine or performing arts, one (1) course
Humanities, one (1) other course
Language and rationality 6
English composition, one (1) course
Communication and analytical thinking, one (1) course
Ethnic/women’s studies 3
General liberal arts and sciences 9
Health/physical education, two (2) courses 4-6
Health education, one (1) course
Physical activity, one (1) course
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*No Certificate of Achievement awarded.
+Transfer Students
All transfer students may earn a general liberal arts and sciences
degree by completing one of the following patterns:
1. Completion of the associate degree pattern specified above; or
2. Completion of at least 36 units of coursework selected from the
general education/breadth patterns of a transfer institution, and/
or from transfer courses required in preparation for the student's
selected major, and the competency requirements specified. At a
minimum, general education courses must include: natural sciences
(3 units); social and behavioral sciences (3 units); humanities (3
units); courses in language and rationality from English composition
(3 units) and from communication and analytical thinking (3
units); one course in health education and one course in physical
activity; and one course from ethnic/women's studies which
cannot be "double-counted" to satisfy other general education
requirements above.
Other Programs
The Ventura County Community College District offers other
programs of occupational instruction at Moorpark and Oxnard
Colleges which are open to all district residents.
MOORPARK COLLEGE: computerized composition; exotic animal
training and management; graphics; Jewish studies; medical
coding specialist; medical reimbursement specialist; radiologic
technology; and, women’s studies.
OXNARD COLLEGE: addictive disorders studies; air conditioning/
refrigeration; applied electronics; automotive body and fender;
dental hygiene; fire academy; fire technology; hazardous materials;
hotel and restaurant management; international business;
interpretation: American sign language & English; legal assisting;
and, travel and tourism.
Continuous Enrollment
A student remaining in continuous enrollment in regular sessions
(Fall and Spring semesters; Summer session not counted),
at one or more of the colleges of the Ventura County Community
College District (VCCCD) or at any other regionally accredited
college or university, may meet the VCCCD graduation requirements
in effect at the time of his or her entering or at any time
thereafter. This applies only to graduation requirements and to the
remedial coursework limitations policy.
Continuous enrollment is defined as attendance in at least one
semester each calendar year. Any academic record symbol entered
on a transcript (A through F, CR, NC, I, IP, RD, W) shall
constitute enrollment or attendance.
A student who has not maintained continuous enrollment is
considered to be under new requirements unless the student is
granted a petition/waiver for extenuating circumstances. This
petition must be initiated by the student through a college counselor
and approved by the appropriate dean or designee.
Students must be aware that other governing agencies impose
more restrictive limitations concerning the definitions of continuous
enrollment or continuous attendance. Some agencies define
continuous enrollment as remaining in attendance both Fall and
Spring semesters. Some will not accept selected academic record
symbols (such as W's). Those affected by more restrictive guidelines
include students receiving financial aid and foreign students.
Double Counting
When a course(s) required for a specific major is also on the
list of approved general education courses, the course(s) may be
used to satisfy both major and general education requirements, if
the student satisfies the minimum 18-unit requirement for the
major.
Variance in Major Requirements
Occasionally a student may have difficulty in completing exact
major requirements as specified in the Ventura College Catalog
due to circumstances of class scheduling conflicts, class cancellation,
or related but nonequivalent coursework taken outside of
this college district. Under such circumstances, a student may file
a petition to seek approval from the appropriate college officials
to substitute one or more courses for the designated major course
or courses in question. It is also possible that a student may
demonstrate competency in subject matter covered by a required
course or courses (for example, computer literacy or foreign
language). In this case, a student may file a petition to seek
approval to waive one or more required courses for a designated
major. The petition for this purpose, Petition for Variance, is
available in the Counseling Office.
Degrees, Programs, Transfer Information - 43 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
BILINGUAL/CROSS-CULTURAL STUDIES
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
AES V20/CHST V01 Introduction to Chicano Studies 3
AES V22/HIST V12 United States History: Focus on Chicanos 3
ENGL V01A English Composition 5
ENGL V01B Critical Thinking and Composition
through Literature 3
HED V93 Health and Wellness 3
SPAN V02 Elementary Spanish II 5
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
AES V21A/HIST V10A The Heritage of Mexico I 3
AES V21B/HIST V10B The Heritage of Mexico II 3
HIST V04B History of the Americas II 3
Select one (1) of the following:
SPAN V01 Elementary Spanish I 5
SPAN V10A & V10B Fundamentals of Spanish IA & IB 3-3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
SPAN V03 Intermediate Spanish I 5
SPAN V03S Spanish Heritage Language I 5
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Recommended courses: AES V10, V11, V31; ART V03; HIST V04A;
MATH V38, V40; PSY V05; S0C V03; SPAN V20.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BIOL V03 Introduction to Organismal and
Environmental Biology 5
BIOL V04 Introduction to Cell and
Molecular Biology 5
CHEM V01A-V01AL General Chemistry I & Laboratory 3-2
CHEM V01B-V01BL General Chemistry II & Laboratory 3-2
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
MATH V20 Precalculus Mathematics 5
MATH V21A Calculus with Analytic Geometry I 5
Select one (1) of the following groups and complete all
courses listed:
GROUP A
PHYS V02A-V02AL General Physics I & Laboratory 4-1
PHYS V02B-V02BL General Physics II & Laboratory 4-1
GROUP B
PHYS V03A-V03AL General Physics I: Calculus-based
& Laboratory 4-1
PHYS V03B-V03BL General Physics II: Calculus-based
& Laboratory 4-1
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Recommended courses: ANAT V01; CHEM V12A-V12AL, V12B-V12BL;
MATH V21B, V21C, V24; MATH V44 or PSY V04; MICR V01; PHSO V01.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSE: Units
BIOL V10 Introduction to Environmental Issues 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select four to five (4-5) units from the following courses:
BIOL V01-V01L Principles of Biology & Laboratory 3-1
BIOL V03 Introduction to Organismal and
Environmental Biology 5
BIOL V29-V29L Marine Biology & Laboratory 3-1
MICR V01 General Microbiology 5
Select three to four (3-4) units from the following courses:
CHEM V01A General Chemistry I 3
CHEM V10 The Chemical Environment 4
CHEM V20 Elementary Chemistry 4
GEOG V01-V01L Elements of Physical Geography
& Laboratory 3-1
GEOL V02-V02L Physical Geology & Laboratory 3-1
GEOL V11 Introduction to Oceanography 3
Select three (3) units from the following courses:
ECON V01A Principles of Macro-Economics 3
ECON V01B Principles of Micro-Economics 3
GEOG V02 Elements of Cultural Geography 3
IDS V08 Ethics in Modern Society 3
PHIL V02 Introduction to Ethics 3
POLS V01 American Government 3
PSY V31/SOC V31 Introduction to Social Psychology 3
SOC V01 Introduction to Sociology 3
SOC V02 Social Problems 3
SOC V07 Sociological Analysis 3
Select two (2) units from the following:
Courses listed above; or Directed Studies courses; or
Courses approved by a Petition for Variance. 2
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CERAMICS
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ART V02A-V02B Introduction to the History of
Western Art I & II 3-3
ART V11A Color and Design: Two-Dimensional
Design 3
ART V12A Drawing and Composition I 3
ART V13A Life Drawing I 3
ART V19 Three-Dimensional Design 3
ART V25A Beginning Sculpture I 3
ART V51A-V51B Beginning Ceramics I & II 3-3
ART V52A-V52B Ceramic Design I & II 3-3
ART V53A Ceramic Glaze Theory I 2
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSE:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
ART V41A Relief Printmaking I 3
ART V43A Silkscreen Printmaking I 3
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Recommended courses: ART V11B, V12B, V13B, V16A, V16B, V25B,
V28A, V28B, V30A, V30B, V53B, V53C, V54A, V54B, V55A, V55B; PHOT
V01, V04A.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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FINE ART continued Units
ART V46A-V46B Beginning Acrylic Painting I & II 3-3
ART V47A-V47B Intermediate Acrylic Painting I & II 3-3
PHOTOGRAPHY AREA:
PHOT V01 Beginning Photography 3
PHOT V04A-V04B Intermediate Photography I & II 3-3
PHOT V06A-V06B Introduction to Color
Photography I & II 3-3
PHOT V08 Principles of Portrait Photography 3
PHOT V09A-V09B Applied Photography I & II 3-3
PRINTMAKING AREA:
ART V41A-V41B Relief Printmaking I & II 3-3
ART V42A-V42B Intaglio Printmaking I & II 3-3
ART V43A-V43B Silkscreen Printmaking I & II 3-3
ART V44A-V44B Lithography I & II 3-3
ART V44C Lithography: Introduction to Color 3
ART V45A-V45B Intermediate Silkscreen
Printmaking I & II 3-3
SCULPTURE AREA:
ART V25A-V25B Beginning Sculpture I & II 3-3
ART V26A-V26B Intermediate Sculpture I & II 3-3
TEXTILES AREA:
ART V23A-V23B Textile Surface Design I & II 3-3
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Recommended courses: ART V10, V21, V27, V79; WEL V27; or any
courses listed above not selected for the degree.
For specific majors in ceramics, commercial art or photography, please
see these majors in the Catalog.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
HUMAN SERVICES
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
PSY V01 Introduction to Psychology 3
SOC V01 Introduction to Sociology 3
SOC V50 Introduction to Social Work:
Social Welfare Institutions 3
SOC V51 Basic Skills in Social Work Methods I 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSE:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BIOL V01-V01L Principles of Biology & Laboratory 3-1
BIOL V12 Principles of Human Biology 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
ECON V01A Principles of Macro-Economics 3
ECON V01B Principles of Micro-Economics 3
Select six (6) units from the following courses:
MATH V44 Elementary Statistics 4
PSY V04 Introductory Statistics for the Social
and Behavioral Sciences 4
SOC V02 Social Problems 3
SOC V52 Basic Skills in Social Work Methods II 3
SOC V95 Sociology Volunteer Internship 1-4
SOC V96 Sociology Work Experience Internship 1-4
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Recommended courses: AES V11; POLS V08; PSY V05, V15; SOC V03,
V07; SOC V15.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
FINE ART
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ART V02A-V02B Introduction to the History
of Western Art I & II 3-3
ART V11A Color and Design:
Two-Dimensional Design 3
ART V11B Color and Design:
Color Theory and Practice 3
ART V12A-V12B Drawing and Composition I & II 3-3
ART V13A Life Drawing I 3
ART V19 Three-Dimensional Design 3
ART V48 Introduction to Printmaking 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select nine (9) units from the following courses with at least
six (6) units from the same area:
ART APPRECIATION/ART HISTORY AREA:
ART V01 Art Appreciation 3
ART V03/AES V10 Introduction to African and
Pre-Columbian Art 3
ART V04 Introduction to Renaissance Art 3
ART V05 Introduction to American Art 3
ART V06 Introduction to Modern Art 3
ART V07 Introduction to Women in the Arts 3
ART V08/AES V65 Introduction to Asian Art 3
ART V14A-V14B-V14C Exploring Visual Arts I & II & III 3-3-3
CERAMICS AREA:
ART V51A-V51B Beginning Ceramics I & II 3-3
ART V52A-V52B Ceramic Design I & II 3-3
ART V53A-V53B-V53C Ceramic Glaze Theory I & II & III 2-2-2
ART V54A-V54B Special Techniques in Raku,
Saggar and Primitive-Style
Firing I & II 3-3
ART V55A-V55B Decorating Techniques for
Ceramics I & II 3-3
COMMERCIAL ART AREA:
ART V28A-V28B-V28C Graphic Communications I & II
& III 3-3-3
ART V29A-V29B-V29C Commercial Illustration and
Layout I & II & III 3-3-3
ART V49 Commercial Art Portfolio Development 3
ART V71-V72 Computer Graphics and Design I & II 3-3
ART V73/PHOT V73 Digital Imaging 3
ART V74 Fractal Design Painter 3
DRAWING AREA:
ART V13B-V13C Life Drawing II & III 3-3
ART V18AB/FDM V18AB Figure Illustration I & II 3-3
ART V31A-V31B Head Drawing I & II 3-3
ART V32A-V32B Ink Techniques I & II 3-3
ART V33A-V33B Intermediate Head Drawing I & II 3-3
ART V34A-V34B-V34C Two-Dimensional Mixed
Media I & II & III 3-3-3
PAINTING AREA:
ART V15A-V15B-V15C Life Painting I & II & III 3-3-3
ART V16A-V16B Beginning Oil Painting I & II 3-3
ART V20A-V20B Intermediate Oil Painting I & II 3-3
ART V36A-V36B Head Painting I & II 3-3
ART V37A-V37B Watercolor Painting I & II 3-3
ART V39A-V39B Intermediate Head Painting I & II 3-3
ART V40A-V40B Intermediate Watercolor
Painting I & II 3-3
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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
HUMAN SERVICES
Basic Certificate
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
PSY V01 Introduction to Psychology 3
PSY V15 Introduction to Abnormal Psychology 3
SOC V02 Social Problems 3
SOC V50 Introduction to Social work: Social
Welfare Institutions 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSE:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
HEC V24 Human Development 3
PSY V05 Introduction to Development Psychology 3
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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
HUMAN SERVICES
Advanced Certificate
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
SOC V51-V52 Basic Skills in Social Work
Methods I & II 3-3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
POLS V08 Public Administration 3
SOC V01 Introduction to Sociology 3
SOC V03/AES V11 Race and Ethnic Group Relations 3
SPCH V15 Interpersonal Communication 3
SUP V96 Organizational Behavior 3
Select three (3) units from the following courses:
SOC V95 Sociology Volunteer Internship 1-4
SOC V96 Sociology Work Experience Internship 1-4
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INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
POLS V02 Comparative Government 3
POLS V05 Introduction to International Relations 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
ANTH V02 Cultural Anthropology 3
ANTH V06 Anthropology of Women 3
GEOG V02 Elements of Cultural Geography 3
HIST V18A-V18B World History I & II 3-3
HIST V20 Introduction to World History of
the 20th and 21st Centuries 3
PHIL V03A-V03B Survey of World Religions:
East & West 3-3
POLS V03 Introduction to Political Science 3
REQUIRED FOREIGN LANGUAGE:
Must demonstrate competency in a modern (currently used in
everyday life) foreign language equal to a one-year sequence
at the college level 0-10
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR SPECIALIZATION
AREAS:
Select one (1) of the following areas and complete nine to
ten (9-10) units from the required and optional choice lists:
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES continued
AFRICAN STUDIES AREA:
Required courses: Units
AES V42A/HIST V14A African History to 1800 3
AES V42B/HIST V14B African History Since 1800 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
AES V10/ART V03 Introduction to African and
Pre-Columbian Art 3
AES V40A/HIST V03A United States History: Focus on
African Americans I 3
AES V40B/HIST V03B United States History: Focus on
African Americans II 3
ENGL V33 Introduction to African-American
Literature 3
ASIAN STUDIES AREA:
Required courses:
AES V61/HIST V15 Introduction to the History of East Asia 3
PHIL V03A Survey of World Religions: East 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
AES V62/AAS V01 Introduction to Asian American Studies 3
AES V65/ART V08 Introduction to Asian Art 3
BUSINESS/ECONOMICS AREA:
Required courses:
BUS V43 Introduction to International Business 3
ECON V01A Principles of Macro-Economics 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
ECON V01B Principles of Micro-Economics 3
GEOG V01 Elements of Physical Geography 3
GEOL V02 Physical Geology 3
POLS V16 Government and the Economy 3
PSY V04 Introductory Statistics for the
Social and Behavioral Sciences 4
COMMUNICATION/LITERATURE/ARTS AREA:
Required courses:
PSY V30 Multicultural Psychology 3
PSY V31/SOC V31 Introduction to Social Psychology 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
AES V11/SOC V03 Racial and Ethnic Group Relations 3
AES V31/SPAN V20 Hispanic Literature in Translation 3
ANTH V02 Cultural Anthropology 3
ANTH V06 Anthropology of Women 3
ART V02A-V02B Introduction to the History of
Western Art I & II 3-3
ENGL V30-V31 Survey of World Literature I & II 3-3
ENGL V33 Introduction to African-American
Literature 3
ENGL V34 Introduction to Chicano Literature 3
GEOG V02 Elements of Cultural Geography 3
JOUR V01 Mass Communication 3
MUS V03 Introduction to World Music 3
MUS V09A-V09B Music History and Literature I & II 3-3
EUROPE/WESTERN WORLD STUDIES AREA:
Required courses:
HIST V01A-V01B Introduction to Western
Civilization I & II 3-3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
ENGL V30-V31 Survey of World Literature I & II 3-3
PHIL V03B Survey of World Religions: West 3
PHIL V06A-V06B Great Philosophers of the West I & II 3-3
POLS V04 Introduction to Political Theory 3
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MUSIC
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
MUS V02A-V02B-V02C Music Theory I & II & III 5-5-5
MUS V02D Music Theory:
Modal-Tonal Counterpoint 5
MUS V02AL-V02BLV02CL-
V02DL Ear Training I & II & III & IV 1-1-1-1
MUS V30 Applied Music Study 1-1
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select three (3) units from the following courses:
MUS V09A-V09B Music History and
Literature I & II 3-3
Select four (4) units from the following courses:
MUS V24A-V24BV24C-
V24D Keyboards I & II & III & IV 2-2-2-2
Select six (6) units from the following courses:
MUS V10 College Chorus 1.5
MUS V11 College Singers .5-2
MUS V12 Chorale 1.5
MUS V14 Beginning Community Orchestra 1.5
MUS V15 Advanced Community Orchestra 1.5
MUS V16 Intermediate Choral Rehearsal
and Performance .5-1.5
MUS V18 Band 1.5
MUS V19 Advanced Choral Rehearsal
and Performance 1.5
MUS V21A Chamber Music: Winds 1
MUS V21B Chamber Music: Brass 1
MUS V21C Chamber Music: Strings
and Keyboards 1
MUS V22A Advanced Chamber Music: Winds 1
MUS V22B Advanced Chamber Music: Brass 1
MUS V22C Advanced Chamber Music:
Strings and Keyboards 1
MUS V34 Beginning Chamber Orchestra .5-1.5
MUS V35 Advanced Chamber Orchestra 1.5
39
Recommended courses: MUS V01, V04, V13A, V13B, V13C, V13D, V27.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
INTERNATIONAL STUDIES continued
INTERNATIONAL POLITICS AND DIPLOMACY AREA:
Required courses: Units
POLS V14 Global Studies 3
POLS V15 Revolution in the Third World 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
HIST V16 United States History: Focus on
Foreign Relations 3
HIST V18A-V18B World History I & II 3-3
POLS V10 The United Nations and World Affairs 4
LATIN AMERICAN/AMERICAN STUDIES AREA:
Required courses:
HIST V04A-V04B History of the Americas I & II 3-3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
AES V01/ANTH V04 Indians of North America 3
AES V02A/HIST V05A United States History: Focus on
Native Americans I 3
AES V02B/HIST V05B United States History: Focus on
Native Americans II 3
AES V10/ART V03 Introduction to African and
Pre-Columbian Art 3
AES V21A/HIST V10A The Heritage of Mexico I 3
AES V21B/HIST V10B The Heritage of Mexico II 3
POLS V09 United States - Mexico Relations 3
POLS V11 Government and Politics of Mexico 3
18-29
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
JOURNALISM
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
JOUR V01 Mass Communication 3
JOUR V05A Communication Skills
Through Writing I 3
JOUR V10A Creating a Publication I 4
JOUR V15A/ENGL V51 Editing I 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select nine (9) units from the following courses:
JOUR V05B Communication Skills
Through Writing II 3
JOUR V10B Creating a Publication II 4
JOUR V11A-V11B Creative Publication Design I & II 4-4
JOUR V15B Editing II 3
JOUR V22/BUS V39 Advertising 3
JOUR V30/PHOT V30 Press Photography Practicum 1.5
JOUR V31 Press Lab Practicum 1-2
22
Recommended courses: ART V11A, V11B, V28A, V28B, V28C, V29A,
V29B, V29C; BUS V03, V06, V11, V35, V45; ECON V01A; ENGL V01A;
HIST V01A, V01B, V04A, V04B, V07A, V07B, V08, V09, V16; PHOT V01;
POLS V01; PSY V01; SPCH V01.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
Students transferring to universities with national professional
accreditation are limited to twelve (12) lower division units in journalism
and related fields which will apply to the baccalaureate degree.
New LRC rises above old library
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PHOTOGRAPHY
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ART V11A Color and Design:
Two-Dimensional Design 3
ART V12A Drawing and Composition I 3
ART V28A Graphic Communications I 3
PHOT V01 Beginning Photography 3
PHOT V04A-V04B Intermediate Photography I & II 3-3
PHOT V06A-V06B Introduction to Color
Photography I & II 3-3
PHOT V08 Principles of Portrait Photography 3
PHOT V09A Applied Photography I 3
PHOT V73/ART V73 Digital Imaging 3
33
Recommended courses: ART V11B, V12B, V43A, V49; JOUR V30; PHOT
V02, V07, V09B, V30.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
RECREATION
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
REC V40 Introduction to Community
Recreation 3
REC V42 Recreational Programs and
Leadership 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
HED V85 First Responder Training 1.5
HED V92 First Aid, Safety and CPR 2
HED V94 The Trainer and Athletic Injuries 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
HED V93 Health and Wellness 3
HED V95 Health and Wellness:
Designed for Women 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR SPECIALIZATION
AREAS:
Select one (1) of the following areas and complete eight (8)
units:
AQUATICS AREA:
PE V17 Lifeguard Training 1.5
PE V18 Water Safety Instructor 3
PE V21-V21L Scuba Diving: Beginning &
Laboratory 2-1
PE V22 Scuba Diving:
Intermediate/Advanced 3
PE V26 NAUI Training Assistant 1-2
PE V27 NAUI Assistant Instructor 1-2
PE V28 NAUI Divemaster 1-2
PE V29 NAUI Instructor Preparatory
Course (PREP) 1-2
May select one (1) course from the following courses as part
of the eight (8) units additionally required:
PE V03 Swimming: Intermediate 1-1.5
PE V04 Advanced Swimming 1-1.5
PE V06 Swimming for Conditioning 1-1.5
RECREATION continued
DANCE AREA: Units
DANC V10 Modern Dance 1-1.5
DANC V13 Tap Dance 1-1.5
DANC V14/THA V14 Movement for the Theatre 1-1.5
DANC V15 Ballet 1-1.5
DANC V16 Western Line Dance 1-1.5
DANC V17 Western Dance for Pairs 1-1.5
DANC V18 Intermediate Tap Dance 1-1.5
DANC V26/AES V15 Folk Dance: Ethnic
Dances of the World 1-1.5
DANC V29 Jazz Dance 1-1.5
DANC V30 Dance Performance 3
DANC V50 Choreography 1
DANC V90 Directed Studies in Dance 1-6
18.5-20
Recommended courses: ART V41A, V43A; JOUR V01, V05A; MUS V01;
PSY V02; SOC V02; SPCH V01; THA V02A.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
THEATRE ARTS
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
THA V01 Theatre Arts Appreciation 3
THA V02A Fundamentals of Acting 3
THA V05 Stagecraft 3
THA V06 Stage Make-up 3
THA V10 Production and Performance 1-3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select six (6) units from the following courses:
THA V02B Advanced Acting 3
THA V12 Student One-Act Play Festival 1-3
THA V20 Costume Design and History 3
THA V22 Fundamentals of Stage Costuming 3
THA V29 History of Motion Pictures 3
THA V30A Fundamentals of Screenwriting 3
THA V30B Intermediate Screenwriting 3
THA V31 Acting for Film 3
19-21
Recommended courses: MUS V13A; PE V40; SPCH V04.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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AGRICULTURAL PLANT SCIENCE
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
AG V03 Plant Biology 3
AG V04 Soil and Water Science 3
AG V21 Introduction to Pest Management 3
AG V22 Insects and Diseases of Plants 3
AG V23 Weed, Vertebrate and Nematode
Management 3
BIOL V10 Introduction to Environmental Issues 3
BUS V30 Introduction to Business 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V33 Business Law 3
BUS V53 Legal Environment of Business 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BIS V40 Microcomputer Applications
in Business 4
CS V04 Introduction to Computers and
Computer Literacy 3
Select one (1) of the following sequences:
CHEM V10-V10L The Chemical Environment &
Laboratory 4-1
CHEM V20-V20L Elementary Chemistry & Laboratory 4-1
32-33
Recommended courses: CHEM V01A-V01AL, V01B-V01BL, V12A-V12AL,
V12B-V12BL; ECON V01A, V01B; HED V92.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
ARCHITECTURE
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ARCH V10 Introduction to Architectural Design 2
ARCH V21-V22 Architectural Graphics I & II 3-3
ARCH V23/DRFT V05A Introduction to AutoCAD 2
ARCH V31-V32 Architectural Practice I & II 3-3
ARCH V40 Architectural Design I 3
ARCH V60/CT V60 Simplified Engineering for
Building Construction 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select two (2) of the following courses:
ARCH V11/CT V20/
DRFT V02B Blueprint Reading:
Architectural/Construction 3
ARCH V24 Advanced Operations of AutoCAD 2
ARCH V33 Computer Applications in Architecture 3
ARCH V41 Architectural Design II 3
ARCH V59/CT V59 Uniform Building Code 3
ARCH V64/CT V64 Building Construction:
Materials and Methods 3
ARCH V75/CT V75 Introduction to Electrical, Plumbing
and Mechanical Systems 3
27-28
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements: if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
Associate in Science Degrees
and
Certificates of Achievement
Major Requirements
ACCOUNTING
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BUS V02 Income Tax Fundamentals 3
BUS V04 Computerized Payroll Accounting 3
BUS V06 Business Mathematics 3
BUS V07A Business Calculations Using
the Calculating Machine 2.5
BUS V07B Business Calculations On
Microcomputers 2.5
BUS V08 Computerized Accounting 3
BUS V30 Introduction to Business 3
BIS V40 Microcomputer Applications in Business 4
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following sequences:
BUS V01A-V01B Financial Accounting & Managerial
Accounting 4-4
BUS V03-V01A Introduction to Accounting &
Financial Accounting 3-4
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V33 Business Law 3
BUS V53 Legal Environment of Business 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V44/SUP V81 Business English 3
BUS V45 Business Communications 3
37-38
Recommended courses: BUS V31, V32, V34, V35, V36, V37, V38; BIS
V77A; CD V38; CS V04; ECON V01A, V01B; ENGL V01A; PHIL V04; PSY
V01; SPCH V01; SUP V93, V94.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
BOOKKEEPING
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BUS V03 Introduction to Accounting 3
BUS V04 Computerized Payroll Accounting 3
BUS V06 Business Mathematics 3
BUS V08 Computerized Accounting 3
12
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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
AUTO V10 Introduction to Automotive
Technology 1.5
AUTO V14 Automotive Electrical Systems 4
AUTO V14LA Automotive Chassis Electrical
Laboratory 1
AUTO V14LB Automotive Engine Electrical
Systems Laboratory 1
AUTO V15 Automotive Fuel Systems 2
AUTO V15LA-V15LB Automotive Fuel Systems
Laboratories A & B 1-1
AUTO V16 Automotive Emissions
Control Systems 2
AUTO V16LA-V16LB Automotive Emission Control
Systems Laboratories A & B 1-1
AUTO V17 Automotive Driveability Diagnostics
and Repair 2
AUTO V17LA-V17LB Automotive Driveability Diagnostics
& Repair Laboratories A & B 1-1
AUTO V18-V18LA Automotive Heating/Air Conditioning
& Laboratory 1-1
AUTO V20 Automotive Engine Repair 3
AUTO V20LA-V20LB Automotive Engine Repair
Laboratories A & B 2-1
AUTO V22 Automotive Transmission and
Drive Line 3
AUTO V22LA-V22LB Automotive Transmission & Drive
Line Laboratories A & B 2-1
AUTO V26 Automotive Brakes Service and
Repair 2
AUTO V26LA-V26LB Automotive Brakes Service &
Repair Laboratories A & B 1-1
AUTO V28 Automotive Suspension Systems 2
AUTO V28LA Automotive Suspensions Laboratory 1
AUTO V28LB Automotive Alignment Laboratory 1
41.5
Recommended courses: MS V10; WEL V01.
Completion of these courses satisfies the requirements of the Toyota
Technical Education Network (T-TEN) curriculum required of program
participants. See the automotive department or counselor for further
information regarding the T-TEN Program.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BIOL V18 Human Heredity 3
BIOL V30 Introduction to Biotechnology and
Molecular Biology 3
BIOL V33 Basic Laboratory Technical Skills 2
BIOL V34 Applied Microbiology for
Laboratory Technicians 2
BIOL V35 Bioscience Communication Skills 3
CHEM V20-V20L Elementary Chemistry & Laboratory 4-1
CHEM V21-V21L Introduction to Organic and
Biochemistry & Laboratory 3-2
MATH V44 Elementary Statistics 4
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR OPTION:
Select one (1) of the following options and complete all
courses listed:
BIOTECHNOLOGY OPTION:
BIOL V31 Introduction to Methods of
Biotechnology and Molecular Biology 4
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY OPTION:
AG V03 Plant Biology 3
BIOL V32 Introduction to Methods of Plant
Biotechnology and Molecular Biology 2
31-32
Recommended courses: BIOL V01, V01L; MICR V01; PHIL V02.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
BIOTECHNICIAN
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BIOL V18 Human Heredity 3
BIOL V30 Introduction to Biotechnology and
Molecular Biology 3
BIOL V31 Introduction to Methods of
Biotechnology and Molecular Biology 4
BIOL V60A Biotechnology Industry Skills I 1
CHEM V21-V21L Introduction to Organic and
Biochemistry & Laboratory 3-2
16
Recommended courses: MATH V01 or V11A, V11B; MICR V01.
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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
COMPUTERIZED OFFICE
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BUS V18B Word Processing Language Skills:
Proofreading .5
BIS V44A-V44B Microsoft Word I & II 1-2/1-2
BIS V48 Desktop Publishing Using Pagemaker 2
BIS V70 Introduction to the Microcomputer:
IBM and Compatibles 1
BIS V71A Networks and Communications:
Internet, the Web, e-mail 1
BIS V71B Using the Web for Research 1
BIS V76A-V76B Microsoft Excel for Windows I & II 1-1
BIS V77A Introduction to Database Software I 1
BIS V79 Introduction to Windows 1
11.5-13.5
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
MICROCOMPUTERS: BUSINESS APPLICATIONS
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: LEVELS I & II Units
BIS V40 Microcomputer Applications in
Business 4
BIS V44A Microsoft Word I 1-2
BIS V70 Introduction to the Microcomputer:
IBM and Compatibles 1
BIS V71A Networks and Communications:
Internet, the Web, e-mail 1
BIS V79 Introduction to Windows 1
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select additional units from the following courses to bring
total to 12 units for Level I certificate or 16 units for Level
II certificate:
BUS V07B Business Calculations On
Microcomputers 2.5
BUS V08 Computerized Accounting 3
BIS V41 The Internet and the World Wide Web 3
BIS V44B Microsoft Word II 1-2
BIS V48 Desktop Publishing Using Pagemaker 2
BIS V56A-V56B Microsoft Powerpoint I & II 1-1
BIS V71B Using the Web for Research 1
BIS V71C Creating a Personal Web Page 1
BIS V73 Desktop Publishing Workshop
Using PageMaker 1
BIS V76A-V76B Microsoft Excel for Windows I & II 1-1
BIS V77A-V77B Introduction to Database
Software I & II 1-1
12-16
BUSINESS
General
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BUS V30 Introduction to Business 3
BUS V31/SUP V94 Organization and Management 3
BUS V34 Exercise in Management
Decision Making 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following sequences:
BUS V01A-V01B Financial Accounting & Managerial
Accounting 4-4
BUS V03-V01A Introduction to Accounting &
Financial Accounting 3-4
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V06 Business Mathematics 3
BUS V07A Business Calculations
Using the Calculating Machine 2.5
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V12 Intermediate Keyboarding 1-3
BIS V44A Microsoft Word I 1-2
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V33 Business Law 3
BUS V53 Legal Environment of Business 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V44/SUP V81 Business English 3
BUS V45 Business Communications 3
Select at least one (1) unit from the following courses:
BIS V40 Microcomputer Applications in
Business 4
BIS V44A Microsoft Word I 1-2
BIS V55A-V55B Word for Windows I & II .5-.5
BIS V70 Introduction to the Microcomputer:
IBM and Compatibles 1
BIS V71A Networks and Communications:
Internet, the Web, e-mail 1
BIS V71B Using the Web for Research 1
BIS V71C Creating a Personal Web Page 1
BIS V76A-V76B Microsoft Excel for Windows I & II 1-1
BIS V79 Introduction to Windows 1
26.5-33
Recommended courses: BUS V39; BIS V40; ECON V01A, V01B; JOUR
V22; PSY V01; SPCH V01.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
Select one (1) of the following sequences:
BUS V01A-V01B Financial Accounting &
Managerial Accounting 4-4
BUS V03-V01A Introduction to Accounting &
Financial Accounting 3-4
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select four (4) of the following courses:
BUS V30 Introduction to Business 3
BUS V32/SUP V93 Human Resource Management 3
BUS V34 Exercise in Management
Decision Making 3
BUS V41 Introduction to Total Quality
Management 3
BUS V43 Introduction to International Business 3
BUS V44/SUP V81 Business English 3
BUS V45 Business Communications 3
Select at least one (1) unit from the following courses:
BIS V40 Microcomputer Applications in
Business 4
BIS V44A Microsoft Word I 1-2
BIS V55A-V55B Word for Windows I & II .5-.5
BIS V70 Introduction to the Microcomputer:
IBM and Compatibles 1
BIS V71A Networks and Communications:
Internet, the Web, e-mail 1
BIS V71B Using the Web for Research 1
BIS V71C Creating a Personal Web Page 1
BIS V76A-V76B Microsoft Excel for Windows I & II 1-1
BIS V79 Introduction to Windows 1
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR OPTION:
Select one (1) of the following options and complete all
courses listed:
MANAGEMENT OPTION:
BUS V31/SUP V94 Organization and Management 3
BUS V38/CD V38 Small Business Management 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V33 Business Law 3
BUS V53 Legal Environment of Business 3
MARKETING AND MERCHANDISING OPTION:
BUS V35 Professional Selling 3
BUS V37 Marketing Management 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V36 Retail Management 3
BUS V70 Supermarket Retailing 3
29-33
Recommended courses: Management option - BUS V02, V43, V44; CS
V04; ECON V01A; SUP V81, V90. Marketing and merchandising option
- ART V28A, V28B; BUS V06, V31, V34, V39, V43; BIS V40; CS V04; HEC
V05A, V15, V18; JOUR V22; SPCH V01; SUP V94.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
REQUIRED CORE COURSES: Units
CD V24 Child Nutrition, Health and Safety 3
CD V61 Child, Family and Community 3
CD V62 Introduction to Early Childhood
Programs and Curricula 3
HEC V23 Child Growth and Development 3
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM COURSES:
CD V11 Language Arts and Literacy
Experiences for Young Children 1.5
CD V12 Math Experiences for Young Children 1.5
CD V13 Social Studies Experiences for
Young Children 1.5
CD V14 Creative Arts Experiences
for Young Children 1.5
CD V15 Science Experiences for
Young Children 1.5
CD V16 Behavior and Classroom
Management in Child Development 1.5
CD V17 Family and Parent Involvement in
Child Development 1.5
CD V18 Special Needs Children 1.5
REQUIRED DIRECTED TEACHING COURSE:
CD V64 Field Experiences In Child
Development 4
28
Recommended courses: ART V11A; BUS V11; CD V26, V28, V65;
HEC V22; SPCH V01.
California State Child Development permits are awarded at six different
levels. These are: assistant, associate teacher, teacher, master teacher,
site supervisor, and program director. See CD department or counselor
for further information.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CLERICAL
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BUS V03 Introduction to Accounting 3
BUS V06 Business Mathematics 3
BUS V07A Business Calculations Using the
Calculating Machine 2.5
BUS V07B Business Calculations On
Microcomputers 2.5
BUS V44/SUP V81 Business English 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select five (5) units from the following courses.
BUS V12 Intermediate Keyboarding 1-3
BIS V44A-V44B Microsoft Word I & II 1-2/1-2
19
Recommended courses: BUS V01A, V01B, V30, V33, V53; CS V04, V20.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
ORACLE DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
CIS V01 Introduction to Oracle and SQL* Plus 3
CIS V03 Oracle PL/SQL Programming 3
CIS V25 Oracle Database Fundamentals I 3
9
COMPUTER SCIENCE
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
CS V11 Programming Fundamentals 3
CS V13 Object-Oriented Programming 3
CS V15 Data Structures and Algorithms 3
CS V17/MATH V52 Discrete Structures 3
CS V19 Computer Architecture and Organization 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select two (2) courses from any of the following courses in
addition to the option selected: 5-8
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR OPTION:
Select one (1) of the following options and complete all
courses listed:
BIOINFORMATICS OPTION:
BIOL V30 Introduction to Biotechnology and
Molecular Biology 3
MM V66 Professional Web Page Development 3
MM V82 Vector-Based Animation 3
C OPTION:
CS V80 Beginning C 3
CS V82 UNIX Systems Programming 3
C++ OPTION:
CS V30 Beginning C++ 3
CS V32 Intermediate C++ 3
CS V34 Advanced C++ 3
DATABASE PROGRAMMING OPTION:
CIS V03 Oracle PL/SQL Programming 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
CIS V01 Introduction to Oracle and SQL* Plus 3
CIS V02 Introduction to Oracle for Experienced
SQL Users 2
JAVA OPTION:
CS V40 Beginning Java 3
CS V42 Intermediate Java 3
CS V44 Advanced Java 3
MULTIMEDIA PROGRAMMING FOR GAMING OPTION:
CS V30 Beginning C++ 3
CS V32 Intermediate C++ 3
MM V61 Introduction to 3D Animation and
Modeling for Multimedia 3
VISUAL BASIC OPTION:
CS V20 Beginning Visual Basic 3
CS V22 Intermediate Visual Basic 3
CS V24 Advanced Visual Basic 3
COMMERCIAL ART
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ART V11A Color and Design: Two-Dimensional
Design 3
ART V11B Color and Design: Color Theory
and Practice 3
ART V12A Drawing and Composition I 3
ART V28A-V28B Graphic Communications I & II 3-3
ART V29A-V29B Commercial Illustration and
Layout I & II 3-3
ART V71-V72 Computer Graphics and Design I & II 3-3
PHOT V01 Beginning Photography 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
ART V02A-V02B Introduction to the History of
Western Art I & II 3-3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
ART V13A Life Drawing I 3
ART V18A/FDM V18A Figure Illustration I 3
ART V49 Commercial Art Portfolio
Development 3
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Recommended courses: ART V06, V12B, V13B, V13C, V18B, V28C,
V29C, V32A, V37A, V43A, V44A, V46A, V46B, V48, V73, V74, V79; FDM
V18B; PHOT V04A, V73.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
CIS V01 Introduction to Oracle and SQL* Plus 3
CIS V03 Oracle PL/SQL Programming 3
CIS V58-V59 Cisco Networking Academy
Program CCNA I & II 4-4
CIS V62 Microsoft Network Operating System 3
CIS V74 CompTIA A+ Certification
Preparation Training 3
CS V04 Introduction to Computers and
Computer Literacy 3
CS V11 Programming Fundamentals 3
CS V20 Beginning Visual Basic 3
CS V82 UNIX Systems Programming 3
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Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
CISCO NETWORKING ASSOCIATE
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
CIS V58-V59 Cisco Networking Academy
Program CCNA I & II 4-4
CIS V75 Cisco Certified Networking
Associate (CCNA) Exam Review 4
12
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COMPUTER SCIENCE continued
WEB PROGRAMMING OPTION: Units
MM V63 Multimedia Programming: 3D
Graphics and Animation with C++ 4
MM V64 Multimedia and 3D Web Development 4
MM V66 Professional Web Page Development 3
25-34
Recommended courses: MATH V21A, V21B; PHYS V04-V04L, V05-V05L.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Building Inspection Option
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
CT V59/ARCH V59 Uniform Building Code 3
CT V66 National Electrical Code 3
CT V71 Uniform Plumbing Code 3
CT V72 Uniform Mechanical Code 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select six (6) of the following courses:
CT V20/ARCH V11/
DRFT V02B Blueprint Reading: Architectural/
Construction 3
CT V40 ICBO Building Code Certification
Preparation 2
CT V41 IAPMO Plumbing Code
Certification Preparation 2
CT V42 IAPMO Mechanical Code Certification
Preparation 2
CT V43 Electrical Certification Preparation 2
CT V45 ICBO Plans Examiner Certification
Preparation 2
CT V46 Building Permit Technician 2
CT V47 Building and Zoning Code Enforcement 3
CT V58 International Residential Code 3
CT V60/ARCH V60 Simplified Engineering for Building
Construction 3
CT V61 Public Works Construction 3
CT V62 Structural Masonry Construction 3
CT V63 Reinforced Concrete Construction 3
CT V65/WEL V65 Structural Steel and Welding
Construction 3
CT V67/ARCH V67 Building Accessibility Regulations 2
CT V69 California Energy Regulations 2
May select three (3) units from the following courses as part
of the six (6) courses additionally required:
CT V95-V96 Construction Technology
Internship I & II 1-4/1-4
24-30
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Construction Management Option
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
CT V20/ARCH V11/
DRFT V02B Blueprint Reading: Architectural/
Construction 3
CT V64/ARCH V64 Building Construction: Materials and
Methods 3
CT V75/ARCH V75 Introduction to Electrical, Plumbing and
Mechanical Systems 3
CT V77 Construction Business Management 3
CT V79 Construction Estimating 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select five (5) of the following courses:
ARCH V31 Architectural Practice I 3
BUS V03 Introduction to Accounting 3
BUS V31/SUP V94 Organization and Management 3
BUS V38/ CD V38 Small Business Management 3
CT V30 Machine Woodworking 3
CT V37/HORT V37 Landscape Construction 3
CT V50 Construction Contractor License
Preparation 3
CT V52 Property Inspection 2
CT V58 International Residential Code 3
CT V59/ARCH V59 Uniform Building Code 3
CT V76 Construction Job Site Management 3
CT V80 Computer Applications for Contractors 2
ENGR V05A Plane Surveying 3
SUP V90 Elements of Supervision 3
May select one (1) of the following courses as part of the five
(5) courses additionally required:
BUS V33 Business Law 3
BUS V53 Legal Environment of Business 3
May select three (3) units from the following courses as part
of the five (5) courses additionally required:
CT V95-V96 Construction Technology
Internship I & II 1-4/1-4
28-30
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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DRAFTING TECHNOLOGY
Electronic Drafting and Manufacturing Option
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
DRFT V04/MS V04/
MT V04 Measurements and Computations 3
DRFT V05A/
ARCH V23 Introduction to AutoCAD 2
DRFT V05B Advanced Operations of AutoCAD 2
DRFT V10A-V10B Electronic Drafting I & II 3-3
DRFT V14A Technical Illustration I 3
DRFT V18 Drafting Projects 3
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Recommended courses: ENGR V03; ENGL V02A; PHYS V01.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
DRAFTING TECHNOLOGY
Industrial Design and Manufacturing Option
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
DRFT V05A/
ARCH V23 Introduction to AutoCAD 2
DRFT V41 Introduction to Industrial
Design Graphics 3
DRFT V42 Design Drafting and 3D Solid Modeling 3
DRFT V43 Design Graphics and 3D Assembly
Modeling 3
DRFT V44 Rapid Design and Prototyping 3
MS V50 Flexible Manufacturing Applications:
Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD)/
Computer Assisted Machining (CAM) 3
MT V15 Manufacturing Processes 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select three (3) of the following courses:
DRFT V02A/MS V02/
WEL V02 Blueprint Reading: Manufacturing 3
DRFT V04/MS V04/
MT V04 Measurements and Computations 3
DRFT V14A Technical Illustration I 3
DRFT V18 Drafting Projects 3
MS V01 Fundamentals of Machine Shop 2
MS V35 Production Machine Techniques 3
WEL V01 Introduction to Welding 2
27-29
Recommended courses: DRFT V05B, V51; MS V42; MM V74.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Academic Option
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
CJ V01 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3
CJ V02 Concepts of Criminal Law 3
CJ V03 Police Community Relations 3
CJ V05 Criminal Procedures 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select nine (9) units from the following courses:
CJ V04 Legal Aspects of Evidence 3
CJ V06 Criminal Justice Report Writing 3
CJ V07 Patrol Procedures 3
CJ V08 Criminal Investigation 3
CJ V14 Juvenile Law and Procedures in
California 3
CJ V18 Drug Investigation and Enforcement 3
CJ V25 Introduction to Corrections 3
CJ V26 Control and Supervision in Corrections 3
CJ V27 Introduction to Probation and Parole 3
CJ V28 Fundamentals of Criminology 3
CJ V29 Legal Aspects of Corrections 3
CJ V30 Victimology 3
CJ V34 Correctional Interviewing and
Counseling 3
May select three (3) units from the following courses as
part of the nine (9) units additionally required:
CJ V90 Directed Studies in Criminal Justice 1-6
CJ V95-V96 Criminal Justice Internship I & II 1-4/1-4
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CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Academy Option
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
CJ V02 Concepts of Criminal Law 3
CJ V05 Criminal Procedures 3
CJ V80 P.O.S.T. Regular Basic Course 30
CJ V81 Orientation for P.O.S.T. Regular
Basic Course .5-5
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSE:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
CJ V04 Legal Aspects of Evidence 3
CJ V14 Juvenile Law and Procedures in
California 3
CJ V18 Drug Investigation and Enforcement 3
CJ V28 Fundamentals of Criminology 3
CJ V30 Victimology 3
39.5-44
Recommended courses for both options: AES V11; BUS V44, V45; CS
V04; CJ V09, V11, V12A; PHOT V01; PE V32, V33; PSY V15; SOC V03;
SPCH V01; SUP V81.
The Criminal Justice programs are designed to prepare students to
successfully complete the training and testing procedures required to
enter law enforcement and corrections academies, or to work within the
private sector.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
Paramedic Studies
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
EMT V01 Emergency Medical Technician 7
PM V01 Paramedic Theory 15
PM V02 Paramedic Clinical Laboratory 18.5
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSE(S):
Select one (1) of the following groups and complete all
courses listed:
GROUP A
ANAT V01 General Human Anatomy 4
PHSO V01 Introduction to Human Physiology 5
GROUP B
ANPH V01 Introduction to Human Anatomy
and Physiology 5
45.5-49.5
See special program requirements.
Recommended courses: BUS V27A; BIS V40; CS V04; LS; MATH V30;
PSY V15, V30; READ V01; SL V10A; SPAN V70.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
ENGINEERING
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
CHEM V01A-V01AL General Chemistry I & Laboratory 3-2
ENGR V01 Introduction to Engineering 1
MATH V21A-V21B Calculus with Analytic Geometry I & II 5-5
MATH V21C Multivariable Calculus 5
PHYS V04-V04L Mechanics & Laboratory 4-1
PHYS V05-V05L Electricity and Magnetism & Laboratory 4-1
PHYS V06-V06L Optics, Heat and Modern Physics &
Laboratory 4-1
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
ENGR V02 Engineering Graphics 2
ENGR V03 Descriptive Geometry 2
Select two (2) of the following courses:
ENGR V05A Plane Surveying 3
ENGR V12 Engineering Statics 3
ENGR V16-V16L Electronic Circuits and Devices &
Laboratory 3-1
ENGR V18 Engineering Materials 3
Select one (1) of the following programming languages:
CS V40 Beginning Java 3
CS V80 Beginning C 3
CS V86 FORTRAN Programming 3
47-48
Recommended courses: CHEM V01B-V01BL; ENGR V05B; MATH V24
(any or all of these courses may be required by some transfer institutions).
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
ENVIRONMENTAL HORTICULTURE
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
AG V03 Plant Biology 3
AG V04 Soil and Water Science 3
HORT V32 Irrigation System Design 3
HORT V33 Landscape Planning and Design 3
HORT V37/CT V37 Landscape Construction 3
HORT V42A-V42B Landscape Plant Identification and
Uses I & II 3-3
HORT V45 Arboriculture 3
HORT V46 Turfgrass Management 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSE:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BIS V40 Microcomputer Applications in
Business 4
CS V04 Introduction to Computers and
Computer Literacy 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR OPTION:
Select one (1) of the following options and complete all
courses listed:
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AND CITY AND REGIONAL
PLANNING OPTION:
ARCH V23/DRFT V05A Introduction to AutoCAD 2
LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION AND MANAGEMENT OPTION:
AG V21 Introduction to Pest Management 3
AG V22 Insects and Diseases of Plants 3
AG V23 Weed, Vertebrate and Nematode
Management 3
HORT V41 Landscape Management 3
NURSERY AND GREENHOUSE MANAGEMENT OPTION:
AG V21 Introduction to Pest Management 3
AG V22 Insects and Diseases of Plants 3
HORT V30 Plant Propagation and Production 3
HORT V40 Nursery and Greenhouse Management 3
TURFGRASS AND PARK MANAGEMENT OPTION:
AG V21 Introduction to Pest Management 3
AG V22 Insects and Diseases of Plants 3
HORT V41 Landscape Management 3
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Recommended courses: All options-BUS V03, V30, V32, V38; CD
V38; SUP V93.
Landscape Architecture and City and Regional Planning option–ARCH
V11; ART V11A, V11B, V12A, V12B, V29A; CT V20; DRFT V02B.
Landscape Construction and Management option–CT V77; DRFT V03.
Nursery and Greenhouse Management option–AG V23; HORT V41.
Turfgrass and Park Management option-AG V23, V54; HED V92; REC
V41.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
Basic Competency
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
GEOG V22 Fundamentals of Mapping and
Geographic Information Systems 3
GEOG V26 Introduction to Geographic Information
Systems Software 2
GEOG V28 Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Applications: Project Development 1.5
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one and one-half (1.5) units from the following
courses:
GEOG V24 Introduction to Global Positioning
Systems (GPS) .5
GEOG V28 Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Applications: Project Development 1.5
GEOG V90 Directed Studies in Geography
(with GIS Topic) .5-6
8
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
Agricultural Applications
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
GEOG V22 Fundamentals of Mapping and
Geographic Information Systems 3
GEOG V24 Introduction to Global Positioning
Systems (GPS) .5
GEOG V26 Introduction to Geographic Information
Systems Software 2
GEOG V28 Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Applications: Project Development 1.5
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one-half (.5) unit from the following course:
GEOG V90 Directed Studies in Geography
(with Agricultural GIS Topic) .5-6
Select two (2) units from the following courses:
GEOG V95/V96 Geography Internship I & II
(in GIS/GPS Field Data Gathering) 1-4/1-4
9.5
LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
AG V03 Plant Biology 3
AG V04 Soil and Water Science 3
AG V22 Insects and Diseases of Plants 3
HORT V41 Landscape Management 3
HORT V42A-V42B Landscape Plant Identification
and Uses I & II 3-3
HORT V45 Arboriculture 3
HORT V46 Turfgrass Management 3
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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
FLORISTRY
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ART V11A Color and Design: Two-Dimensional
Design 3
BUS V36 Retail Management 3
HORT V47 Beginning Floral Design and
Techniques 2.5
HORT V48 Intermediate Floral Design 2.5
HORT V49 Advanced Floral Design and Retail
Shop Operation 2.5
HORT V50 Contemporary and Western
Floral Design 2.5
16
FASHION DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ART V11A Color and Design: Two-Dimensional
Design 3
FDM V10 Introduction to Fashion 3
FDM V17/ART V17 Creating the Fashion Image:
Fashion Promotion 3
HEC V15 Textiles 3
HEC V18 Fashion Analysis 3
THA V20 Costume Design and History 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSE:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
HEC V12A-V12B Clothing Construction I & II 3-2
HEC V13A Advanced Sewing Techniques 2
HEC V13B Tailoring 2
HEC V17 Knit Fabrics 2
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR OPTION:
Select one (1) of the following options and complete two (2)
courses:
DESIGN OPTION:
FDM V18A/ART V18A Figure Illustration I 3
HEC V16 Flat Pattern Design 2-3
HEC V95-V96 Home Economics Internship I & II 1-4/1-4
MERCHANDISING OPTION:
BUS V06 Business Mathematics 3
HEC V95-V96 Home Economics Internship I & II 1-4/1-4
22-29
Recommended courses: ART V12A, V18B, V23A, V23B, V28A, V28B;
BUS V03, V30, V35, V36, V38; CD V38; CS V04; FDM V18B.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY+
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ANPH V01 Introduction to Human
Anatomy and Physiology 5
BUS V27A Beginning Medical Terminology 3
BUS V31/SUP V94 Organization and Management 3
CS V04 Introduction to Computers and
Computer Literacy 3
ENGL V01A English Composition 5
HIT 101* Introduction to Health Information
Management 3
HIT 102* Legal Aspects of Health Care 2
HIT 200* Clinical Classification Systems:
ICD-9-CM/DRG Assignments 3
HIT 210* Clinical Classification Systems: CPT-4
Procedural Coding/DRG Assignments 3
HIT 220* Statistical Applications in Health Care 2
HIT 230* Alternative Delivery Systems 2
HIT 240* Clinical Quality Assessment and
Improvement 3
HIT 250* Data Quality and Reimbursement
Methodologies 3
HIT 275* Professional Directed Practice 3
NS V07 Pharmacology 3
PSY V01 Introduction to Psychology 3
SPCH V01 Introduction to Speech Communication 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSE:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
HIT 204*/HT 204* Basic Pathophysiology 3
HS M25** Basic Pathophysiology 3
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See special program requirements.
No Certificate of Achievement awarded.
+ Regional program conducted with Moorpark College and Santa Barbara
City College.
* Santa Barbara City College distance education course.
**Moorpark College distance education course.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
HEALTH SCIENCES ADMINISTRATION
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BUS V03 Introduction to Accounting 3
BUS V32/SUP V93 Human Resource Management 3
BUS V34 Exercise in Management Decision
Making 3
BUS V41 Introduction to Total Quality
Management 3
SUP V96 Organizational Behavior 3
15
HOME ECONOMICS
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ART V11A Color and Design: Two-Dimensional
Design 3
CD V24 Child Nutrition, Health and Safety 3
HEC V10 Nutrition 3
HEC V18 Fashion Analysis 3
HEC V22 Marriage and Family Life 3
HEC V23 Child Growth and Development 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
HEC V05A Introduction to Interior Design 3
HEC V15 Textiles 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
HEC V12A-V12B Clothing Construction I & II 3-2
HEC V13A Advanced Sewing Techniques 2
HEC V13B Tailoring 2
HEC V17 Knit Fabrics 2
23-24
Recommended course: CD V61.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
INTERIOR DESIGN
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
HEC V05A Introduction to Interior Design 3
HEC V05B Applied Principles of Interior Design 3
HEC V07 History of Environmental Arts 3
HEC V15 Textiles 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select four and one-half (4.5) units from the following
courses:
ARCH V11/CT V20/
DRFT V02B Blueprint Reading: Architectural/
Construction 3
HEC V30 Space Planning: Interiors 1.5
HEC V31 Lighting Design 1.5
HEC V32 Kitchen and Bath Design 1.5
16.5
Recommended courses: ARCH V10, V21, V23, V40; ART V11B; BUS
V38; CD V38; DRFT V05A.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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MEDICAL ASSISTANT
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BUS V26A-V26B Medical Transcription I & II 3-2
BUS V27A Beginning Medical Terminology 3
BUS V27B Advanced Medical Terminology 3
BUS V29 Medical Insurance 3
BUS V44/SUP V81 Business English 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V06 Business Mathematics 3
BIS V40 Microcomputer Applications in
Business 4
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V12 Intermediate Keyboarding 1-3
BIS V44A Microsoft Word I 1-2
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V28A Medical Office Procedures: Front Office 3
BUS V28B Medical Office Procedures: Back Office 3
24-27
Recommended courses: ANAT V01; ANPH V01; BUS V03, V26C, V45;
BIS V70;MICR V01; PSY V01.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BUS V26A-V26B Medical Transcription I & II 3-2
BUS V27A Beginning Medical Terminology 3
BUS V27B Advanced Medical Terminology 3
BUS V44/SUP V81 Business English 3
BIS V44A Microsoft Word I 1-2
15-16
Recommended course: ANPH V01.
MACHINE TECHNOLOGY
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
MS V02/DRFT V02A/
WEL V02 Blueprint Reading: Manufacturing 3
MS V04/DRFT V04/
MT V04 Measurements and Computations 3
MS V10 Introduction to Machine Technology 4
MS V20 Advanced Turning Operations and
Introduction to Computer Numerical
Control (CNC) Lathe Operation 4
MS V30 Advanced Milling Operations
and Introduction to Computer
Numerical Control (CNC) Mill
Operation 4
MS V35 Production Machine Techniques 3
MS V40 Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Mill
Setup and Operation 3
MS V41-V41L Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
Programming & Laboratory 2-1
MS V42 Computer Assisted Manufacturing
(CAM) 3
MS V45 Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
Lathe Setup and Operation 3
MS V50 Flexible Manufacturing Applications:
Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD)/
Computer Assisted Machining (CAM) 3
MT V15 Manufacturing Processes 3
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Recommended courses: ARCH V23; DRFT V05A; ENGL V02A; WEL V01.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
APPLIED CNC MACHINE OPERATOR
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
MT V05-V06-V07 Applied CNC Machining I & II & III 3-3-3
MT V08 CNC Program Editing 2
MT V09 Geometric Dimensioning and
Tolerancing 3
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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
MECHANICAL INSPECTION
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
MS V02/DRFT V02A/
WEL V02 Blueprint Reading: Manufacturing 3
MT V02-V03 Applied Machining I & II 2-2
MT V04/DRFT V04/
MS V04 Measurements and Computations 3
MT V09 Geometric Dimensioning and
Tolerancing 3
MT V10 Quality Control and Mechanical
Inspection 2
MT V11 Dimensional Metrology 2
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MULTIMEDIA
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
MM V10 Introduction to Multimedia and
Multimedia Applications 3
MM V20 Visual Design for Multimedia 3
MM V30 Multimedia Design and Production 3
MM V40 Video Production and Editing for
Multimedia 3
MM V50 Business Communications for
Multimedia 3
MM V70 Multimedia Practicum 2
MM V72 Multimedia Portfolio Presentation 1
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR OPTION:
Select one (1) of the following options and complete all
courses listed:
ARCHITECTURE OPTION:
ARCH V23/DRFT 05A Introduction to AutoCAD 2
ARCH V24 Advanced Operations of AutoCAD 2
ARCH V31-V32 Architectural Practice I & II 3-3
DRFT V51 Introduction to 3D Studio Max 2
BUSINESS OPTION:
BUS V30 Introduction to Business 3
BIS V40 Microcomputer Applications in Business 4
BIS V41 The Internet and the World Wide Web 3
BIS V48 Desktop Publishing Using PageMaker 2
GRAPHICS OPTION:
ART V11A Color and Design: Two-Dimensional
Design 3
ART V11B Color and Design: Color Theory and
Practice 3
ART V12A Drawing and Composition I 3
ART V71 Computer Graphics and Design I 3
ART V73/PHOT V73 Digital Imaging 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
ART V72 Computer Graphics and Design II 3
ART V74 Fractal Design Painter 3
PROGRAMMING OPTION:
CS V20 Beginning Visual Basic 3
CS V30 Beginning C++ 3
CS V32 Intermediate C++ 3
CS V40 Beginning Java 3
MM V63 Multimedia Programming:3D Graphics
and Animation with C++ 4
WEB DEVELOPMENT OPTION:
CS V20 Beginning Visual Basic 3
CS V40 Beginning Java 3
MM V64 Multimedia and 3D Web Development 4
MM V65 Web Site Development 2.5
MM V66 Professional Web Page Development 3
30-36
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
MULTIMEDIA
(Awarded by the Department)
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
MM V10 Introduction to Multimedia and
Multimedia Applications 3
MM V20 Visual Design for Multimedia 3
MM V30 Multimedia Design and Production 3
MM V40 Video Production and Editing for
Multimedia 3
MM V50 Business Communications for
Multimedia 3
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NATURAL RESOURCES
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
AG V03 Plant Biology 3
AG V04 Soil and Water Science 3
AG V54 Conservation of Natural Resources 3
BIOL V14 Field Biology 3
GEOG V01-V01L Elements of Physical Geography &
Laboratory 3-1
HORT V37/CT V37 Landscape Construction 3
HORT V41 Landscape Management 3
HORT V45 Arboriculture 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSE:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BIS V40 Microcomputer Applications in Business 4
CS V04 Introduction to Computers and
Computer Literacy 3
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Recommended courses: AG V22; BIOL V10; CJ V03; ECON V01A; GEOL
V07; HED V92; HORT V42A, V42B, V46; REC V41.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Engineering Technology
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
CHEM V01A-V01AL General Chemistry I & Laboratory 3-2
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
ARCH V60/CT V60 Simplified Engineering for
Building Construction 3
ENGR V05A Plane Surveying 3
ENGR V12 Engineering Statics 3
ENGR V16-V16L Engineering Circuits and Devices &
Laboratory 3-1
ENGR V18 Engineering Materials 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
MATH V04 College Algebra 3
MATH V20 Precalculus Mathematics 5
Select one (1) of the following courses:
MATH V05 Plane Trigonometry 3
MATH V21A Calculus with Analytic Geometry I 5
Select one (1) of the following groups and complete both
courses:
GROUP A
ARCH V23/DRFT V05A Introduction to AutoCAD 2
DRFT V03 Drafting Fundamentals 3
GROUP B
ENGR V02 Engineering Graphics 2
ENGR V03 Descriptive Geometry 2
Select one (1) of the following groups and complete all
courses listed:
GROUP A
PHYS V02A-V02AL General Physics I & Laboratory 4-1
PHYS V02B-V02BL General Physics II & Laboratory 4-1
GROUP B
PHYS V03A-V03AL General Physics I: Calculus-Based &
Laboratory 4-1
PHYS V03B-V03BL General Physics II: Calculus-Based &
Laboratory 4-1
GROUP C
PHYS V04-V04L Mechanics & Laboratory 4-1
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Recommended courses: CS V86; ENGL V01A; MATH V21A; PHYS V05-
V05L.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
NURSING*
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
ENGL V01A English Composition 5
MICR V01 General Microbiology 5
NS V10+ Introduction to Professional Nursing 10
NS V20-V30-V40 The Nursing Process Applied to the
Client with Health Care
Deviations I & II & III 11-10.5-10.5
PSY V01 Introduction to Psychology 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
AES V11/SOC V03 Racial and Ethnic Group Relations 3
ANTH V02 Cultural Anthropology 3
SOC V01 Introduction to Sociology 3
SOC V02 Social Problems 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
HEC V24 Human Development 3
PSY V05 Introduction to Developmental
Psychology 3
Select one (1) of the following courses:
SPCH V01 Introduction to Speech Communication 3
SPCH V10 Critical Thinking in Oral Communication:
Argumentation and Debate 3
Select one (1) of the following groups and complete all
courses listed:
GROUP A
ANAT V01 General Human Anatomy 4
PHSO V01 Introduction to Human Physiology 5
GROUP B
ANPH V01 Introduction to Human Anatomy
and Physiology 5
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See special program requirements.
* No Certificate of Achievement awarded.
+ Eligible candidates may petition the Health Science Division for
advanced standing.
Highly recommended courses: Although not required, it is strongly
recommended that the following courses be taken prior to admission into
the ADN program: MATH V30; NS V07, V75.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related disciplines
differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to transfer,
consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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SECRETARIAL
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
BUS V44/SUP V81 Business English 3
BUS V45 Business Communications 3
BIS V40 Microcomputer Applications in
Business 4
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
BUS V06 Business Mathematics 3
BUS V07A Business Calculations Using the
Calculating Machine 2.5
Select two to three (2-3) units from the following course:
BUS V12 Intermediate Keyboarding 1-3
Select four (4) units from the following courses:
BIS V44A-V44B Microsoft Word I & II 1-2/1-2
18.5-20
Recommended courses: CS V20; ECON V01A, V01B; PSY V01;
SPCH V01.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
SUPERVISION
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
SUP V90 Elements of Supervision 3
SUP V93/BUS V32 Human Resource Management 3
SUP V94/BUS V31 Organization and Management 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select nine (9) units from the following courses:
BUS V34 Exercise in Management Decision
Making 3
BUS V37 Marketing Management 3
BUS V41 Introduction to Total Quality
Management 3
BUS V45 Business Communications 3
SUP V81/BUS V44 Business English 3
SUP V96 Organizational Behavior 3
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Recommended course: BUS V06.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
WATER SCIENCE
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
WS V10 Basic Water and Wastewater Systems 3
WS V15 Water Systems Instrumentation and
Controls 3
WS V16 Water Quality Protection and
Cross-Connection Control 3
WS V17 Water and Wastewater Hydraulics 3
WS V18 Motors and Pumps Maintenance and
Operation 3
WS V21 Water Chemistry and Bacteriology 4
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSE:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
SUP V90 Elements of Supervision 3
WS V25 Water and Wastewater Management 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES FOR OPTION:
Select one (1) of the following options and complete all
courses listed:
WASTEWATER OPTION:
WS V12 Wastewater Treatment 3
WS V13 Wastewater Collection 3
WATER OPTION:
WS V11 Water Treatment 3
WS V14 Water Distribution 3
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Recommended courses: ARCH V11; CHEM V20; CT V20; DRFT V02A,
V02B; ENGL V02A; MS V01, V02; MATH V01 or V11A, V11B; PHYS V01;
WEL V02.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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SPECIAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
HEALTH SCIENCE PROGRAMS
The requirements, procedures, application dates, and program
offerings for all Health Science programs are subject to change.
It is the responsibility of each student to seek up-to-date information.
It is also the responsibility of any student interested in the
nursing program to make a scheduled appointment as soon as
possible with a nursing counselor.
NURSING
Procedures for Applying
Applications will be accepted three times yearly. Admission is
subject to available openings. The Associate Degree Nursing
(ADN) program is impacted and generally has a waiting list.
Application deadlines are October 1; March 1; and July 1. All
applicants must submit: 1) Application to the ADN program; 2) All
required official transcripts; and 3) Application to the College (new
students only).
November 1; April 1; and August 1 — Names of academically
eligible students will be sent tothe School of Nursing for processing.
To be included in the November 1 applicant pool, all application
materials must be submitted by October 1; to be included in
the April 1 applicant pool, all application materials must be
submitted by March 1; to be included in the August 1 applicant
pool, all application materials must be submitted by July 1.
October 15 and March 15 — Notification of accepted candidates
will be made.
Qualifying Requirements
1. One of the following must be completed before applying to the
program:
a. High school graduation and GPA of 2.5; or,
b. General Education Development (GED) with a score of
45 and a minimum of 12 semester units of completed
college coursework with a 2.25 GPA; or,
c. High school graduate with less than a 2.5 GPA and a
minimum of 12 semester units of completed college
coursework with a GPA of 2.25; or,
d. Equivalent consistent with Board of Registered Nursing
requirement (see nursing counselor for details).
2. All of the following must be completed:
a. All official high school and college transcripts must be
on file at Ventura College by October 1, March 1 or July
1 to be considered.
b. Application to the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN)
program must be on file with the counseling office at
Ventura College by October 1, March 1 or July 1 to be
considered.
c. An application to the College must also be filed for the
appropriate semester.
d. It is the applicant’s responsibility to check with the
transcript clerk in the Office of Admissions and Records
to see that his/her official transcripts are on file at
Ventura College.
3. All of the following must be completed before applying to
the program. These Ventura College courses, listed with
Moorpark (MC) and Oxnard (OC) Colleges’ equivalent
courses, are:
WELDING TECHNOLOGY
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
WEL V01 Introduction to Welding 2
WEL V02/DRFT V02A/
MS V02 Blueprint Reading: Manufacturing 3
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select one (1) of the following courses:
DRFT V04/MS V04/
MT V04 Measurements and Computations 3
MATH V01 Elementary Algebra 5
MATH V11B Elementary Algebra: Second Half 3
Select six (6) units from the following courses:
MS V10 Introduction to Machine Technology 4
MT V15 Manufacturing Processes 3
WEL V20 Advanced Welding Applications 4
WEL V27/ART V27 Metal Art Sculpture 3
WEL V65/CT V65 Structural Steel and Welding
Construction 3
WEL V95-V96 Welding Internship I & II 1-4/1-4
Select one (1) of the following groups and complete all
courses listed:
GROUP A
WEL V03 Arc and MIG Welding 8
GROUP B
WEL V13A-V13B Arc and MIG Welding I & II 4-4
Select one (1) of the following groups and complete all
courses listed:
GROUP A
WEL V04 TIG and Flux Core Welding 8
GROUP B
WEL V14A-V14B TIG and Flux Core Welding I & II 4-4
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Recommended courses: ARCH V11; CT V20; DRFT V02B; ENGL V02A;
PHYS V01.
Major requirements for transfer students in this field and related
disciplines differ from associate degree requirements; if you plan to
transfer, consult www.assist.org and your counselor.
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a. Chemistry: one year of high school or one semester of
college chemistry with laboratory, with a minimum
grade of C: CHEM V01A-V01AL or CHEM V10-V10L or
CHEM V20-V20L (CHEM M01A or M12–MC; CHEM
R100-R100L or CHEM R110 or CHEM R120–OC).
b. Anatomy-Physiology: college anatomy and physiology
5-semester-unit course with laboratory, with a minimum
grade of C: either ANPH V01 or both ANAT V01
and PHSO V01 (either ANPH M01-M01L or both ANAT
M01 and PHSO M01–MC; ANAT R100-R100L and
PHSO R100-R100L–OC). PLEASE NOTE: students who
plan to continue on to obtain a bachelor of science
degree in nursing should take the separate anatomy and
physiology courses.
c. Microbiology: college bacteriology/microbiology 4- or 5-
semester-unit course with laboratory, with a minimum
grade of C: MICR V01; (MICR M01–MC; MICR R100-
R100L–OC).
d. Math: satisfactory score on Ventura College elementary
algebra placement test or completion of introductory college
math course with a minimum grade of C: MATH V01
or MATH V30 or both MATH V11A & V11B (MATH M01–
MC; MATH RO11–OC).
4. The following must be completed before entering the Nursing
program:
a. CNA: current certification as a nursing assistant (CNA) in
California or equivalent.
b. Growth and development across the lifespan: HEC V24 or
PSY V05 (CD M02 or PSY M07–MC; CD R102 or PSY
R108–OC).
Students must be in good academic standing (not on academic
probation) to be eligible for application to the Associate Degree
Nursing (ADN) program at Ventura College. Additional courses
required for those enrolled in the ADN program are listed below.
With the exception of human development, students may complete
these additional courses before or after acceptance into the
ADN program. The School of Nursing recommends that students
complete as many courses as possible before acceptance. These
Ventura College courses, listed with the Moorpark (MC) and
Oxnard (OC) Colleges’ equivalents, are: a. American History and
Institutions; b. ENGL V01A (ENGL V02A or V03A not acceptable)
(ENGL M01A or MO1AH–MC; ENGL R101–OC); c. PSY V01 (PSY
M01–MC; PSY R101–OC); d. ANTH V02 or SOC V01 or V02 or
V03 or AES V11 (ANTH M02 or SOC M01, M02, M08–MC; ANTH
R102 or SOC R101, R102, R103–OC); e. SPCH V01 or V10 (SPCH
M01 or M02 or M07–MC; SPCH R101 or R102–OC). All applicants
must contact the nursing counselor for specific admission
information regarding the ADN program.
Admission Process
Each qualified applicant will be assigned a number by the use
of random tables. The class will be selected on the basis of
available openings in the order determined by the random numbers
assigned to each applicant in each applicant pool. Each
qualified applicant, when selected, must decide either to enter the
class, remove his/her name from the eligibility list or request a
deferment. Applicants may defer entry one time only. Those
qualified applicants who are not selected due to limited openings
may retain their names (in the order assigned by random tables)
on a waiting list. These applicants then have priority for admission
to the next class selected. Students who choose not to enter when
selected or after a deferment must reapply and receive a new
random number assignment.
After students have been selected by the above procedure, a
physical examination must be passed prior to entry into the
program. This exam must be consistent with the policies of the
teaching hospitals or agencies to which they are assigned for
clinical experience. Physical exams may be scheduled with a
private physician or through the Student Health Center utilizing the
forms provided by the School of Nursing. The examination must
demonstrate that the student is physically fit, free from communicable
diseases and immune to rubella, rubeola, and varicella.
Completion of the hepatitis B vaccine series is required.
All students admitted to a health science program are expected
to maintain the highest personal standards of conduct consistent
with the professional standards as perceived by the School of
Nursing faculty and professional personnel in the agencies used
as extended campus sites. Any information indicating that such
standards are not maintained is subject to review by members of
the School of Nursing faculty and may result in a recommendation
to the College for dismissal from the program.
Evidence of physical and emotional fitness upon admission and
throughout the program is expected and is subject to medical
opinion of the college physician and to medical opinion or policy
of hospitals or agencies which are used as extended campus sites
for assigned educational experience. Students should refer to the
Functional Abilities outlined in the School of Nursing Student
Handbook for details. Current certification as a CPR health care
provider or professional rescuer is an additional requirement.
Associate Degree Curriculum
The associate degree program in nursing is intended to develop
the necessary knowledge and skills basic to the functions of
registered nurses in the direct care of clients. Many of the courses
assigned to this curriculum are transfer courses and articulation
is possible with the baccalaureate programs in nursing at the
California State University campuses. The courses may be applied
as a foundation for advanced work at the discretion of the
accepting institution. Courses are taken on campus concurrently
with supervised clinical experience in selected hospitals and
agencies, constituting a nursing science practicum or laboratory
experience. Although each course merits a letter grade, the laboratory
experience is based on pass-fail and it is necessary to pass
the laboratory section of the course in order to proceed in nursing.
Failure in the laboratory portion of nursing courses constitutes an
"F" in the course.
For successful completion of the program, a minimum grade of
C is mandatory in all courses required for the nursing major.
These include courses outside the discipline of nursing but required
for the major, such as anatomy, microbiology, etc. The
student must maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 to continue in the
program.
Courses are taken on campus concurrent with supervised
clinical laboratory experience in selected hospitals and agencies
which serve as extended campus sites. Each student is responsible
for his/her own transportation to the extended campus sites,
some of which are a distance from the College.
The nursing program is accredited by the California State Board
of Registered Nursing. To be eligible to take the NCLEX-RN
examination leading to licensure as a registered nurse, the student
must have fulfilled all requirements as defined by the California
State Board of Registered Nursing. Students who choose not to
complete the degree requirements are eligible to take the NCLEXRN
licensing examination after completion of content required for
licensure. Please contact the ADN program director for additional
information.
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HEALTH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The Health Information Technology (HIT) program is a two-year
associate degree program which prepares students to take the
national certification exam to become registered health information
technicians. The program is accredited by the Commission on
Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) in
cooperation with the American Health Information Management
Association (AHIMA). As a registered health information technician,
the graduate is prepared to work in the offices of a variety of
health care facilities and insurance companies. This program
prepares the graduate to perform technical and organizational
activities with medical records, including securing, analyzing,
integrating and managing health care information.
The HIT program is offered through regional cooperation with
Santa Barbara City College. The student will complete the general
education requirements at Ventura College and will receive his/her
associate degree from Ventura College. Some courses required
for the major, such as anatomy, physiology, medical terminology
and pharmacology will be taken at Ventura College.
Other courses required for the major are available only through
distance learning from Santa Barbara City College and Moorpark
College and require student enrollment at those colleges.
Admission Requirements
1. Must qualify for MATH V03 and ENGL V01A or equivalent.
2. Documentation of freedom from and immunity to communicable
diseases.
Admission Process
Information and program applications are available in the
Counseling Office.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
PARAMEDIC STUDIES
Procedures for Applying
In keeping with the standard in the state of California, the
Ventura College Paramedic Program offers two tracks: certification
as a paramedic with or without an associate degree. Applications
will be accepted on an on-going basis. Admission is subject
to available openings. The application deadline is available through
the health science counselor or the health sciences department.
All applicants must submit: 1) Application to the paramedic program;
2) All required official transcripts; and 3) Application to the
College (new students only).
Qualifying Requirements:
1. One of the following must be completed before applying to the
program:
a. High school graduation and GPA of 2.5; or,
b. General Education Development (GED) with a score of 45
and a minimum of 12 semester units of completed college
coursework with a 2.25 GPA; or,
c. High school graduate with less than a 2.5 GPA and a
minimum of 12 semester units of completed college
coursework with a GPA of 2.25.
2. All of the following must be completed:
a. All official high school and college transcripts must be on
file at Ventura College.
b. Application must be made to the health sciences department
with a choice of options to enroll in the associate
degree paramedic program or the paramedic certificate
program.
Please be aware that conviction of a felony may prohibit you
from being licensed as a registered nurse. Each case is reviewed
and adjudicated by the Board of Registered Nursing. The Board
considers the nature and severity of the offense, additional subsequent
acts, recency of acts or crimes, compliance with sanctions,
and evidence of rehabilitation. For further information, contact the
program director in the School of Nursing. Contact with the Board
of Registered Nursing to discuss previous convictions may be
initiated before entry into the program and this will be recommended
in certain cases.
Transfer and Advanced Placement
Transfer students may be accepted as space permits and credit
for nursing courses taken at another institution will be evaluated
on an individual basis. The School of Nursing also provides
opportunities for licensed vocational nurses to advance on the
career ladder with vertical mobility providing education leading to
eligibility for registered nurse licensure. To be eligible for this
program, a candidate must be an LVN who is currently licensed in
California. Interested candidates should contact the nursing counselor
for transfer/challenge requirements and applications and
should meet with the ADN program director.
Graduate nurses lacking California licensure requirements may
be admitted into the ADN Program on a space available basis to
complete one or two needed courses as specified by the California
State Board of Registered Nursing.
30-Unit Option
To be eligible for this option, a student must be a vocational
nurse who is licensed to practice in California. Interested candidates
should contact the nursing counselor for an individual
evaluation of eligibility. Individuals who become licensed as registered
nurses using this option may not be eligible for licensure
in states other than California. Students pursuing this option must
complete NS V31 and V41 instead of NS V30 and NS V40. All
career ladder programs are on a space available basis.
Continuing Education for Registered Nurses
Students who hold a California Registered Nurse license and
who are presently enrolled and in good standing in Ventura College
may petition, after completion of 12 units in residence at Ventura
County Community College District, for 42 units of nursing science
credit applicable toward an AS degree. Please contact a nursing
counselor to initiate this process.
Many credit courses offered by Ventura College are acceptable
as credit for continuing education. It is the nurse’s responsibility
to contact either the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN
Provider No. 01293) or the Board of Licensed Vocational Nursing
and Psychiatric Technician Examiners for approval of courses.
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c. An application to the College must be filed for the appropriate
semester.
d. It is the applicant's responsibility to check with the transcript
clerk in the Office of Admissions and Records to see
that his/her official transcripts are on file at Ventura College.
3. All of the following must be completed before applying to the
program. Ventura College courses, listed with the Moorpark
(MC) and Oxnard (OC) equivalents, are:
a. Anatomy/Physiology: college anatomy and physiology, 5-
semester-unit course with laboratory, with a minimum
grade of C: either ANPH V01 or both ANAT V01 and PHSO
V01 (either ANPH M01-M01L or both ANAT M01 and
PHSO M01–MC; ANAT R100-R100L and PHSO R100-
R100L–OC).
b. Math: satisfactory score on Ventura College elementary
algebra placement test or completion of introductory college
math course with a minimum grade of C: MATH V01
or both MATH V11A & V11B or MATH V30 (MATH M01–
MC; MATH R011–OC).
c. English: satisfactory score on Ventura College reading/
written English placement test or completion of college
English composition course with a minimum grade of C:
ENGL V01A or V02A (ENGL M01A or MO1AH or M02 or
ESL M33–MC; ENGL R096 or R101–OC).
d. Current certification for CPR as a health care provider or
professional rescuer.
4. The student must show documentation of current EMT-I or
EMT-basic certification and six months of full time experience
(defined as 1000 hours) with a primary "911" provider with
emphasis on pre-hospital field care within the last 12 months.
Equivalent experience will be considered. EMT certification
must remain current throughout the program.
Students must be in good academic standing (not on academic
probation) to be eligible for application to the associate degree or
certificate program for paramedics. All applicants must contact
the health sciences counselor for specific admission information
regarding the paramedic programs.
Admission Process
Qualified applicants will be placed on a waiting list on a firstcome,
first-served basis. The class will be selected on the basis
of available openings and qualified applicants will be notified when
a space is available. Each qualified applicant, when selected, must
decide either to enter the class or remove his/her name from the
eligibility list. Those qualified applicants who are not selected due
to limited openings may retain their names (in the order applications
were received) on a waiting list.
Those applicants then have priority for admission to the next
class selected. Students who choose not to enter when selected
must reapply. Applicants may defer entry one time only.
Students are expected to pass a physical examination consistent
with the policies of the teaching hospitals or agencies to which
they are assigned for clinical experience. Physical exams are to be
scheduled with a private physician or through the Student Health
Center and recorded on the department form. The examination
must demonstrate that the student is physically fit, free from
communicable diseases and immune to rubella, rubeola and
varicella. Diptheria-tetanus vaccine within the past ten years is
required. The hepatitis B vaccine series is required.
All students admitted to a health science program are expected
to maintain the highest personal standards of conduct consistent
with the professional standards as perceived by health science
faculty and professional personnel in the agencies used as extended
campus sites. Any information indicating that such standards
are not maintained is subject to review by members of the
health science faculty and may result in a recommendation to the
College for dismissal from the program.
Evidence of physical and emotional fitness upon admission and
throughout the program is expected and is subject to medical
opinion of the college physician and to medical opinion or policy
of hospitals or agencies which are used as extended campus sites
for assigned educational experiences.
Hospital and internship rotations will be assigned as space is
available. This may result in extension of program time-frame.
Program Options
The paramedic program is intended to develop the necessary
knowledge and skills basic to the functions of paramedics in the
direct care of clients. It consists of theory, basic skills, clinical
experiences and a clinical preceptorship which will prepare the
graduate to take the National Registry of Emergency Medical
Technicians licensing examination. Students who successfully
complete the Emergency Medical Services – Paramedic Studies
program will receive a Certificate of Achievement from Ventura
College. Although each course merits a letter grade, the laboratory
experience is based on pass-fail and it is necessary to pass the
laboratory section of the course in order to proceed in the paramedic
program. Failure in the laboratory portion of the paramedic
courses constitutes an F in the course.
For successful completion of the program, a minimum grade of
B is mandatory in all paramedic courses. The student must
maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 to continue in the program.
For those students who choose the associate degree option,
additional courses satisfying general education requirements are
required.
The program is accredited by the California State Emergency
Medical Services Agency and the Ventura County Emergency
Medical Services Agency. To be eligible to take the examination
leading to licensure as a paramedic, the student must have fulfilled
all requirements as defined by the Ventura County Emergency
Medical Services Agency and the state of California.
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Preparation for Transfer
Most students attending Ventura College can complete all
necessary transfer requirements for admission to four-year colleges
or universities, including general education requirements
and the courses required in preparation for their selected majors.
Ventura College offers a wide variety of courses which will
prepare the transfer student for almost any major offered in the
state.
The College has written contracts with four-year colleges and
universities regarding transfer requirements (see ASSIST below).
These agreements specify lower-division requirements which
may be completed at Ventura College. Ventura College courses
have been carefully articulated as comparable to or acceptable in
lieu of the required lower division major courses specified in the
catalogs of the transfer institutions. Some majors, notably those
requiring mathematics and/or natural sciences, demand adequate
high school preparation to enable a student to transfer in a timely
fashion.
In addition to major requirements, Ventura College students can
satisfy general education or breadth requirements, as defined by
the four-year college or university, in preparation for transfer.
These requirements are listed in the Ventura College Catalog for
selected institutions. With careful planning, most students who
attend Ventura College can satisfy all requirements for admission
to baccalaureate degree-granting institutions.
Universities uniformly prioritize the importance of these several
requirements. In order of importance, a student prepares for
transfer by completing the following:
1. ADMISSIONS—Complete all three admissions requirements:
a. Units (minimum number of units which transfer to school
of choice).
b. Scholarship (GPA in transfer courses).
c. Subject area (a-g requirements of both CSU and UC).
2. SUPPLEMENTAL ADMISSIONS—Consult your counselor
concerning additional requirements which apply to selected
universities and colleges and to selected majors. These
requirements can affect your eligibility for admission.
3. MAJOR PREPARATION—Complete the lower division
courses required for the major selected. This is particularly
important for high-unit majors with sequential courses
based on prerequisites.
4. GENERAL EDUCATION—Complete general education/
breadth requirements.
ASSIST
ASSIST is a computerized transfer information system that can
be accessed over the World Wide Web. It displays reports of how
course credits earned at one California college or university can
be applied when transferred to another. ASSIST is the official
repository of articulation for California's public colleges and universities
and therefore provides the most accurate and up-to-date
information available about student transfer in California. ASSIST
is available at www.assist.org
TRANSFER INFORMATION
Transfer of Credits
Ventura College is accredited by the Western Association of
Schools and Colleges and is generally accredited throughout the
country by reciprocal agreements with state departments of public
instruction and other accrediting agencies. Students should
keep in mind that recognition by a regional accrediting agency
only supports the standing of the college and does not assure
acceptance of all transfer students from that college. Students
transfer on the basis of their individual records and according to
the specific requirements of the institution to which they transfer.
The need for careful planning of courses and the maintenance of
high scholastic standards becomes imperative for all students
who intend to transfer to other colleges and universities. The
counseling office maintains a variety of transfer agreements with
all public and selected private four-year colleges and universities
in the state.
Responsibility for Meeting Transfer Requirements
Academic counseling is available to all students on an appointment
basis. Each counselor is a specialist in several academic
areas, and you may wish to see a counselor according to the
major you declare. This counselor can be a valuable resource in
exploring the options or defining the requirements in a particular
field of study. However, you are free to select any counselor you
choose. All counselors have the expertise to assist you with
course selection, program planning, and questions concerning
requirements for admission, majors, general education and transfer
to a four-year college or university.
Ultimately, it is each student’s responsibility to satisfy requirements
for admission, preparation in the major, and general education.
If you are planning to transfer to another college or
university, consult your counselor and a catalog from the selected
school to plan a program according to the requirements of that
institution.
Amount of Transfer Credit Granted
While Ventura College is accredited, there can be considerable
variation in the total amount of credit granted by four-year colleges
and universities for work done at this College. Further, there are
some courses offered at Ventura College that are not accepted for
transfer credit at some four-year institutions.
Students should become familiar with the maximum limits on
transfer credit at the institution of their choice, as well as the
transferability of individual courses they have chosen.
Quality of Work Required
In the evaluation of credits, colleges and universities show a
growing tendency to emphasize the quality of a student’s work
rather than the quantity. A few schools having limited and selective
enrollment will consider for admission only those transfer
students with relatively high scholastic rank. Further, a department
within the college or university may have established specific
academic guidelines for prerequisites and other coursework
in a given major. Students who plan to transfer should become
familiar with the scholastic requirements of the transfer institution,
as well as the specific requirements within their major.
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CAN: The California Articulation Number System
The California Articulation Number (CAN) System is a statewide
numbering system independent from course numbers assigned
by local colleges. A CAN number signals that participating California
colleges and universities have determined that courses offered
by other campuses are equivalent in content and scope to courses
offered on their own campuses, regardless of their unique titles or
local identifying numbers. Thus, if a Schedule of Classes or
Catalog lists a course bearing a CAN number, students on one
campus can be assured that it will be accepted in lieu of the
comparable CAN course noted in the Catalog or Schedule of
Classes of another campus. For example, CAN ECON 2 on one
campus will be accepted as meeting the requirement of the
designated CAN ECON 2 course on other participating community
college or university campuses.
The CAN numbering system is obviously useful for students
attending more than one community college and is applied to
many of the transferable, lower division courses students need as
preparation for their intended major. Because these course requirements
may change, however, and because courses are
continually being redefined, qualified for or deleted from the CAN
database, students should always check with their campus' counselors
or the Transfer Center to determine how CAN-designated
courses fit into their educational plans for transfer.
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY
AND
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
Eligibility for Transfer
California’s public four-year institutions are organized into two
statewide systems; ten campuses make up the University of
California (UC system) and twenty-three campuses make up the
California State University (CSU system). To ensure admission to
either of the systems, students are advised to apply during the
announced application-filing periods. The entrance requirements
established by the universities follow guidelines set forth in the
Master Plan, which requires that those transfer students who have
successfully completed specified college work be eligible for
admission. Meeting the specified minimum admission requirements
may not be sufficient, as many campuses also impose
specific selection critieria and supplementary admissions requirements.
Admission is not guaranteed to any particular campus of
either system; nor is acceptance in the major area of the student’s
first choice assured. Because specific majors at some campuses
may be impacted or may allow only limited enrollment, students
may be redirected to campuses of their second choice for certain
majors, or may need to change to a different major. Consequently,
students are advised, and in some cases are required, to complete
both the general education requirements and the lower division
courses required in the major before transferring to a four-year
school. It is advantageous for students to choose the campus of
transfer as early in their educational careers as possible.
Private and out-of-state colleges and universities have their
own admission requirements which ordinarily differ from those of
California’s public institutions. Students who plan to transfer to
any school, whether public or private, in-state or out-of-state,
should refer to the catalog of that particular school and consult
with a counselor.
Potential transfer students should be prepared for their academic
responsibilities becoming more demanding at a university
campus, in large part because much of their coursework will be at
the upper division level. Also, students changing from a semester
to a quarter system should be prepared for more accelerated
study.
CAVEAT — The requirements described in this section are
subject to change. Students should consult a counselor and
appropriate Web sites to receive the most current transfer information.
California State University
ADMISSION: A Ventura College student who is planning to
transfer to one of the campuses of the California State University
(except the Maritime Academy) can qualify for admission by
meeting the following requirements:
LOWER DIVISION TRANSFERS: The CSU, beginning fall 2005
with few exceptions, will no longer accept lower division transfer
students.
UPPER DIVISION TRANSFERS: Upper division transfers may
qualify for admission if they have completed 60 or more transferable
semester units (70 units maximum) and have completed
the appropriate college courses with a grade of C or better to
satisfy subject area requirements. Applicants must have a 2.0
overall grade point average in all transferable college units
completed and be in good standing at the last college or university
attended; continuous attendance is not required.
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The Counseling Office and Transfer Center have lists of courses
transferable to the University of California. This information is also
contained in the individual course descriptions listed in the announcement
of courses section of this Catalog and in the Schedule
of Classes. Admissions information is also available on the UC
Web site at www.ucop.edu/pathways
These admission requirements are subject to change.
SELECTION CRITERIA: When the number of applicants for
some campuses and some majors exceeds the number of spaces
available, campuses use standards which are more demanding
than the minimum admissions requirements to select students.
These selection criteria identify those students who have demonstrated
the capacity for high academic achievement and promise
and who have a variety of other qualities that can contribute to the
strength and diversity of the campus community.
Academic criteria are used to evaluate students when selection
criteria are applied. These include: completion of a specified
pattern or number of courses that meet general education or
breadth patterns; completion of a specified pattern or number of
courses that provide continuity with upper division courses in the
major (essential for admission to the major of choice in many
cases); and, GPA in all transferable courses. The selection criteria
are subject to change by campus, school or college, major and/
or term.
Typically, applicants are also expected to complete both the
necessary lower division mathematics and English composition
requirements early in their college careers.
All potential transfers are expected to peruse the UC publications
"Answers for Transfers" and "Introducing the University"
which are published annually for the forthcoming academic year.
These are available in the Ventura College Counseling Office and
the Transfer Center.
SPECIAL APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES
(SUPPLEMENTAL CRITERIA): Some colleges and schools within
all nine campuses have special application requirements or screening
procedures for students applying to certain majors and programs
of study. In general, students who transfer to the University
at the junior level are expected to have completed most, if not all,
of the lower division coursework required in their major.
CSU and UC Campus Names and Locations
Abbreviations for these campus names, used elsewhere in this
Catalog, follow each campus name in parentheses. The California
State University (CSU) has 23 campuses: Bakersfield (BAK);
Channel Islands (CI); Chico (CHI); Dominguez Hills (DH); Fresno
(FRE); Fullerton (FUL); Hayward (HAY); Humboldt (HUM); Long
Beach (LB); Los Angeles (LA); Maritime Academy (MA); Monterey
Bay (MB); Northridge (NOR); Pomona (POM); Sacramento (SAC);
San Bernadino (SB); San Diego (SD); San Francisco (SF); San
Jose (SJ); San Luis Obispo (SLO); San Marcos (SM); Sonoma
(SON); and, Stanislaus (STA).
The University of California (UC) has 10 campuses: Berkeley
(UCB); Davis (UCD); Irvine (UCI); Los Angeles (UCLA); Merced
(UCM); Riverside (UCR); San Diego (UCSD); San Francisco (UCSF);
Santa Barbara (UCSB); and, Santa Cruz (UCSC).
SUBJECT AREA REQUIREMENTS: This admission requirement
can be satisfied by completing 30 semester units of general
education courses with a grade of C or better in each course, to
include Communication in the English Language and Critical
Thinking (all of Area A) and Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
(Area B4).
The Counseling Office and Transfer Center have lists of courses
transferable to the California State University. This information is
also contained in the individual course descriptions listed in the
annoucement of courses section of this Catalog and in the Schedule
of Classes. Admissions information is available on the CSU
Web site at www.csumentor.edu
These admission requirements are subject to change.
University of California
ADMISSION: To qualify for admission to the university as a
transfer student, you must meet one of the three sets of requirements
described below. The subject, scholarship and examination
requirements are referred to in the undergraduate application in
greater detail.
1. If you were eligible for admission to the university when you
graduated from high school—meaning you satisfied the subject,
scholarship, and examination requirements or you were
identified as eligible under the Eligibility in the Local Context
(ELC) program—you are eligible to transfer if you have a C
(2.0) average in your transferable college coursework, although
most campuses rarely accept transfer applicants at the
freshman or sophomore levels.
2. If you met the scholarship requirement, but did not satisfy the
subject requirement, you must take transferable college courses
in the subjects you are missing to be eligible to transfer. You
will need to earn a grade of C or better in each of these required
courses, and an overall C (2.0) average in all transferable
college coursework. However, most campuses rarely accept
transfer applicants at the freshman or sophomore levels.
3. If you were not eligible for admission to the university when
you graduated from high school because you did not meet the
scholarship requirement, you must:
a. Complete a minimum of 60 semester units (70 units
maximum) of transferable college credit with a grade
point average of at least 2.4, and;
b. Complete a course pattern requirement (with a C or
better in each course) to include:
i English composition: two (2) transferable courses (3
semester units each); and
ii Mathematics: one (1) transferable course (3 semester
units) in mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning;
and
iii Four (4) transferable courses (3 semester units each)
from at least two (2) of the following areas: Arts and
Humanities; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Physical
and Biological Sciences.
Most campuses require that English and math be completed no
later than the spring term prior to fall transfer. Some campuses
require that the 60 units minimum and the four-course pattern
(3biii above) be completed no later than the prior spring.
Students who are fully certified for IGETC (the Intersegmental
Segmental General Education Transfer Curriculum) prior to transferring
to UC will satisfy Option 3b above.
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Applications
Application forms for the University of California and the California
State University are available online or in the Counseling
Office and the Transfer Center . Most universities admit students
on a priority basis according to the date of application. For
example, students who seek admission to the fall term must apply
to the California State University in October or November and to the
University of California in November. Consult the catalog of your
transfer school for dates of application.
Lower Division Requirements
Four-year institutions vary in freshman and sophomore requirements,
even on the separate campuses of a single system
such as the University of California. Students are therefore advised
to become familiar with specific requirements of the institution
to which they expect to transfer by studying the appropriate
catalogs, available in the Ventura College Counseling Office,
Transfer Center or Library. Counselors will assist as much as
possible, but the full responsibility for fulfilling all the requirements
rests with the student.
First, the most important requirements to fulfill in preparing to
transfer, are the requirements for admission. There are a minimum
of three admissions requirements. These are: units, scholarship,
and subject area requirements. For many students, there
will be a fourth admission requirement: supplemental admissions.
Potential transfer students are strongly advised to meet regularly
with the counseling faculty to review these requirements.
Second are the lower division requirements for majors. These
vary with each institution and involve specific courses. The ASSIST
Web site specifies the lower division requirements for a
variety of majors throughout the state.
Third is the pattern of general education. This consists of
approximately 30 to 50 units of elective and required courses.
Community college students are expected to complete most of the
general education requirements, although some may be postponed
to the upper division years. By completing, for a given
university, the admission requirements, the general education and
the major courses for a total of 60 to 70 units, the student is
prepared to transfer as a junior.
The general education requirements for the California State
University, Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum,
the University of California at Santa Barbara, California
Lutheran University, and the University of La Verne are in the
following section.
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY
2004-2005
General Education / Breadth Requirements
California law empowers Ventura College to certify to all campuses
of CSU that a maximum of 39 units of the 48 units typically
required for general education for a baccalaureate degree have
been completed. The CSU general education/breadth pattern requires
each student to complete a minimum of 48 semester units.
Nine of these units must be upper division level and cannot be
taken prior to the term in which upper division status (completion
of 60 units) is attained. These minimum nine of the 48 units must
be earned at the campus granting the baccalaureate degree. The
48-unit total is a minimum; some campuses of the CSU system
may elect to exceed this minimum in their general education/
breadth requirements.
The 39 semester units for the lower division general education/
breadth requirements are distributed according to the pattern
listed on the CSU-GE Certification Plan.
Courses listed are subject to change.
General Education Courses
AREA A - COMMUNICATION IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND
CRITICAL THINKING.
A minimum of nine (9) units, with at least one course selected
from each group (1, 2, and 3) and a grade of C or better in
each course:
Group 1 - Oral Communication
SPCH V01, V10.
Group 2 - Written Communication
ENGL V01A.
Group 3 - Critical Thinking
ENGL V01B; PHIL V04, V05; SPCH V10.
AREA B - PHYSICAL UNIVERSE AND ITS LIFE FORMS.
A minimum of nine (9) units, with at least one course selected
from each group (1, 2, 3 and 4) to include one laboratory
activity course:
Group 1 - Physical Science
AST V01, V02; CHEM V01A, V01AL, V01B, V01BL, V10,
V10L, V12A, V12AL, V12B, V12BL, V20, V20L, V21,
V21L; GEOG V01, V01L, V05; GEOL V02, V02L, V03,
V07, V11; PHSC V01; PHYS V01, V02A-V02AL, V02BV02BL,
V03A-V03AL, V03B-V03BL, V04-V04L,
V05-V05L, V06-V06L.
Group 2 - Life Science
AG V03, V04, V54; ANAT V01; AHPH V01; ANTH V01,
V01L; BIOL V01, V01L, V03, V04, V10, V12, V14, V18,
V29, V29L; MICR V01; PHSO V01; PSY V03.
Group 3 - Laboratory Activity
Group 4 - Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning*
CS V17; MATH V04, V05, V20, V21A, V21B, V21C, V24,
V38, V40, V44, V45, V46A, V46B, V52; PSY V04.
*Requires a grade of C or better.
AREA C - ARTS , LITERATURE, PHILOSOPHY AND FOREIGN
LANGUAGES. A minimum of nine (9) units, with at least one
course selected from each group (1 and 2):
Group 1 - Arts
AES V10, V12, V65; ART V01, V02A, V02B, V03, V04,
V05, V06, V07, V08, V12A, V13A, V19, V51A; MUS V01,
V03, V06, V07, V08, V09A, V09B; PHOT V01, V07; THA
V01, V02A, V29.
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CSU General Transfer Information
CAVEAT — The courses and requirements described herein are
subject to change. Students should consult a counselor and
appropriate Web sites (e.g., www.csumentor.edu) to receive the
most current transfer information.
ADMISSION — Students are not assured of admission to the
campus and/or major of first choice. Consult your counselor for
further information.
Completion of GE requirements is not currently required for
admission to a CSU campus. A student who is planning to
transfer to one of the campuses of the California State University
can qualify for admission by meeting the following requirements:
1. LOWER DIVISION TRANSFERS: The CSU, beginning fall
2005 with few exceptions, will no longer accept lower division
transfer students.
2. UPPER DIVISION TRANSFERS: Upper division transfers may
qualify for admission if they have completed 60 or more
transferable semester units (maximum 70 units) and
have completed the appropriate college courses with a grade
better of C or better to satisfy subject area requirements.
Applicants must have a 2.0 overall grade point average
in all transferable college units completed (2.40 for non-
California residents) and be in good standing at the last
college or university attended; continuous attendance is not
required.
3. SUBJECT AREA REQUIREMENTS: This admission requirement
can be satisfied by completing 30 semester units of
general education courses with a grade of C or better in each
course, to include Communication in the English Language
and Critical Thinking (all of Area A) and Mathematics/Quantitative
Reasoning (Area B4).
CONSIDERATION OF SUMMER COURSEWORK FOR FALL
ADMISSION — Most campuses permit students to use summer
coursework to satisfy fall admission requirements (excluding
Areas A and B4). Campuses known to not permit this are: LB,
SD, SLO and SM.
FULL CERTIFICATION — Completion of all five sections of
these requirements prior to transferring will permit Ventura College
to certify to each of the CSU campuses that you have fulfilled
the basic 39-unit minimum lower division requirement in general
education. Each of the campuses of CSU requires an additional
nine units of upper division GE work in residence; some campuses
may require more than the 48-unit minimum. Students should
make an appointment in the Counseling Office prior to transfer to
apply for CSU-GE certification.
SUBJECT AREA CERTIFICATION — It is possible to complete
separately any of the areas or sections (A-E) at Ventura College
and receive partial certification in any or several of those areas;
if you are not fully certified, it will be necessary for you to complete
the remaining areas (and perhaps other areas) after transferring
as defined by the catalog of the transfer school.
CERTIFIED COURSES — Ventura College will also certify
courses completed at other California Community Colleges or
California State University campuses in partial satisfaction of GE
requirements provided that such courses are baccalaureate level
and would be certified by the institution offering them. Students
who have completed courses at other colleges and universities
should consult the Counseling Office regarding “pass along”
certification.
Group 2 - Humanities
AES V31; ENGL V01B, V07A, V07B, V10, V11A, V15,
V16, V21A, V21B, V22A, V22B, V23, V26, V30, V31,
V32A, V32B, V33, V34; FREN V01, V02, V03, V04;
GERM V01, V02, V03, V04; HIST V01A, V01B, V18A,
V18B; IDS V08; ITAL V01, V02; JAPN V01, V02; PHIL
V01, V02, V03A, V03B, V04, V06A, V06B; SL V10A,
V10B, V10C; SPAN V01, V02, V03, V03S, V04, V04S,
V10B, V20, V71; SPCH V05; THA V23.
AREA D - SOCIAL, POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC INSTITUTIONS AND
BEHAVIOR; HISTORICAL BACKGROUND.
A minimum of nine (9) units, with courses in at least two (2)
separate disciplines selected from at least two (2) groups:
Group 1 - Anthropology and Archeology
AES V01; ANTH V02, V03, V04, V06, V07.
Group 2 - Economics
ECON V01A, V01B.
Group 3 - Ethnic Studies
AES V01, V02A, V02B, V11, V20, V22+, V23, V24,
V40A, V40B, V41, V62, V63+; ANTH V04; AAS V01;
CHST V01, V02, V24; HIST V03A, V03B, V05A, V05B,
V12+, V13, V17+; PSY V30; SOC V03, V24; SPAN V71 .
Group 4 - Gender Studies
ANTH V06; HIST V02A+, V02B+; SOC V04.
Group 5 - Geography
GEOG V02, V06.
Group 6 - History
AES V02A, V02B, V21A, V21B, V22+, V40A, V40B, V41,
V42A, V42B, V61, V63+; HIST V01A, V01B, V02A+,
V02B+, V03A, V03B, V04A, V04B+, V05A, V05B, V07A+,
V07B+, V08, V09, V10A, V10B, V12+, V13, V14A,
V14B, V15, V16, V17+, V18A, V18B, V19, V20.
Group 7 - Interdisciplinary Social or Behavioral Science
CD V61; HEC V22, V23, V24; JOUR V01.
Group 8 - Political Science, Government, and Legal
Institutions
CJ V01, V02, V15; POLS V01‡, V02, V03‡, V04, V05,
V09, V10, V11, V14, V15, V16.
Group 9 - Psychology
PSY V01, V02, V05, V07-V07L, V15, V25, V29, V30,
V31; SOC V31.
Group 10 - Sociology and Criminology
AES V11, V24; CHST V24; CJ V03; PSY V31; SOC V01,
V02, V03, V04, V05, V07, V24, V31.
+Will satisfy U.S. History and American Ideals requirement.
‡ Will satisfy American, State and Local Government
requirement.
AREA E - LIFELONG UNDERSTANDING AND SELF-DEVELOPMENT.
A minimum of three (3) units, with no more than one
(1) unit of physical activity:
AES V11, V15*; ANTH V02; ART V01; BIOL V10, V12,
V18; *CJ V10, V11, V12A, V12B; *DANC V10-V50;
*EAC V21, V25-V27; HED V92, V93, V95, V97; HIST
V02A+, V02B+; HEC V10, V22, V24, V97; *PE V01-V22,
V30-V67, V69-V87, V91-V94, V97-V99; PSY V01, V02,
V25; *REC V41; SOC V03; SPCH V03; *THA V14.
*Physical activity courses limited to one (1) unit in
satisfaction of Area E requirements.
+Will satisfy U.S. History and American Ideals
requirement.
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SCHOLARSHIP — Most campuses require a grade of C or
better for each course and an overall C average (2.0 GPA) for all
courses used to satisfy GE requirements. Also, most campuses
require letter grades for all GE courses and do not permit credit/
no credit grades. Campuses known to impose limitations on
courses graded as credit are: DH, FUL, HAY, SB, and SON.
COURSE RESTRICTIONS — While a course may satisfy more
than one general education group and/or area requirement, it shall
not be counted more than once and any excess units in one area
shall not apply to another area.
U.S. HISTORY, CONSTITUTION AND AMERICAN IDEALS REQUIREMENTS
— All campuses require students to complete
college-level coursework in U.S. History, American Government
and California Government, often in addition to GE requirements.
Courses approved to satisfy this requirement are specified in
appropriate areas. All campuses allow double counting of courses
taken to meet this requirement and GE-Breadth.
USE OF MAJOR COURSES — Most campuses require a grade
of C or better for each course required in preparation for a
student's major. Additionally, courses taken in the department of
a student’s major generally may not be used to fulfill GE requirements.
If major courses are used by the student to certify GE
requirements, they can be disallowed by the receiving institution
and jeopardize certification. Campuses known to impose these
conditions are: BAK, CI, CHI, FRE, FUL, HUM, MB, NOR, SAC, SB,
SF, SLO, and SON.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE AND SECOND SEMESTER ENGLISH -
Some campuses require foreign language and/or second semester
of English for graduation. In some cases, students certified in
Areas A and C are exempt from these requirements. Also, some
campuses require completion of these courses for certain majors.
See the catalog of your campus choice for these requirements,
especially if you are interested in these campuses: BAK, CI, FUL,
HAY, LA, MA, MB, SAC, SB, SD, SF, SJ, and SM.
MULTICULTURAL/ETHNIC STUDIES REQUIREMENT - CSU
campuses require all candidates for the bachelor's degree to
complete at least one course in multicultural/ethnic studies as a
condition of graduation. Some campuses permit completion of
this requirement at the lower division level prior to transfer. These
campuses are: BAK, CHI, FUL, HAY, HUM, MB, NOR, POM, SAC,
SLO, SON, and STA. Selected campuses will not permit this
requirement to be met prior to transfer; for most of these campuses,
the course must be upper division: CI, DH, FRE, LA, LB, SB,
SD, SF, SJ, and SM.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS — You are advised to consult
your counselor and the catalog of the state university which you
plan to attend for requirements unique to that school. Completion
of Social, Political and Economic Institutions section (Area D) may
not satisfy the U.S. History, Constitution and American Ideals
requirements. Additional courses are required in preparation for a
major and/or as electives. Campuses which may impose additional
graduation requirements are: CI, CHI, LA, LB, MB, SLO, and
SM.
SEQUENTIAL COURSES — Most institutions recommend that
students complete sequential courses at the college where the
series was started. This is especially recommended for a sequence
of two or more courses which require the preceding
course(s) as a prerequisite to advancement.
TRANSFER COURSES — The approved CSU listing designates
those courses which may be used to meet GE requirements; it is
not a complete listing of all courses which transfer to CSU.
Transferability of courses may be checked in the Ventura College
Catalog, the Counseling Office, the Transfer Center or at the
ASSIST Web site: www.assist.org
INTERSEGMENTAL GENERAL EDUCATION TRANSFER CURRICULUM
(IGETC) — Students planning to transfer to either a
CSU or UC campus may elect to use the Intersegmental General
Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) in satisfaction of GE requirements.
Consult a VC counselor for additional information.
OTHER COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES — Students who plan to
attend one of the campuses of the University of California (UC) or
a private or out-of-state school should consult a counselor and the
catalog of the particular school to determine the coursework
needed to meet GE requirements at that institution. While many of
the courses listed here transfer to UC and other institutions, they
do not necessarily satisfy the GE requirements.
TRANSCRIPTS — You must make a written request of the
Office of Admissions and Records to forward your transcript.
Ventura College can send official transcripts of work completed at
this college and at Moorpark and/or Oxnard Colleges. You must
request transcripts of work completed at any other colleges
(outside of this college district) to be sent to the transfer institution.
Your Application for Certification is not a request for a
transcript.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE — Although it is not necessary for you to
complete an associate degree in order to transfer to a four-year
school, many of the courses taken to satisfy associate degree
requirements are transferable and, in many cases, may be used to
meet transfer GE requirements.
TRANSFER ASSISTANCE — Should you encounter any problems
during or after transfer, we may be able to assist you. Please
feel free to contact the Counseling Office or the Transfer Center at
Ventura College even after you have enrolled at another campus.
MORE INFORMATION — If you have any questions, check with
a counselor.
ASSIST —ASSIST is a computerized transfer information system
that can be accessed over the World Wide Web. It displays
reports of how course credits earned at one California college or
university can be applied when transferred to another. ASSIST is
the official repository of articulation for California's public colleges
and universities and therefore provides the most accurate and upto-
date information available about student transfer in California.
ASSIST is available at www.assist.org
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A. Physical Sciences
AST V01, V02; CHEM V01A, V01AL, V01B, V01BL, V10*,
V10L*, V12A*, V12AL*, V12B, V12BL, V20*, V20L*,
V21*, V21L*; GEOG V01, V01L, V05; GEOL V02, V02L,
V03, V07, V11; PHSC V01*; PHYS V01*, V02A*, V02AL,
V02B*, V02BL, V03A*, V03AL, V03B*, V03BL, V04*,
V04L, V05*, V05L, V06*, V06L.
B. Biological Sciences
AG V03; ANAT V01*; ANPH V01*; ANTH V01, V01L;
BIOL V01*, V01L*, V03, V04, V10, V12*, V18, V29,
V29L; MICR V01; PHSO V01*; PSY V03.
6. LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH (UC requirement only):
Proficiency equivalent to two years of high school study in the
same language with a C or better or complete one (1) course.
FREN V01; GERM V01; ITAL V01; JAPN V01; SL
V10A; SPAN V01* or both V10A* & V10B*.
*UC course credit may be limited. Please consult counselor for
additional information.
U.S HISTORY AND AMERICAN IDEALS: CSU Graduation
Requirement Only. Not part of IGETC; may be completed prior
to transfer. 6 units, one course from Group 1 and one course from
Group 2. GROUP 1. POLS V01, V03; GROUP 2. AES V22, V63;
HIST V02A, V02B, V04B, V07A, V07B, V12, V17.
NOTE: Courses used to meet this requirement may not be
used to satisfy requirements for IGETC.
General Education Notes
CAVEAT — These courses and requirements are subject to change.
Students should consult a counselor or appropriate Web sites to
receive the most current transfer information.
The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
(IGETC) is a general education program that community college
transfer students can use to fulfill lower division general education/
breadth requirements for either the California State University
(CSU) or the University of California (UC) systems without the
need, after transfer, to take additional lower division general
education courses.
Completion of the IGETC is not a requirement for transfer to a
CSU or UC, nor is it the only way to fulfill the lower division general
education requirements of the CSU or UC prior to transfer. Some
students may be better served by taking courses which fulfill the
CSU General Education-Breadth requirements or those of the UC
campus or college to which they plan to transfer. Students pursuing
majors that require extensive lower division major preparation
("high-unit majors") may not find the IGETC option to be advantageous.
Students should also be aware that selected schools and
colleges at all undergraduate campuses of UC have requirements
which render the use of IGETC either inappropriate or not permitted
(e.g., Revelle and Roosevelt Colleges at UCSD do not use IGETC).
The IGETC will probably be most useful for students who want to
keep their options open before making a final decision about
transferring to a particular CSU or UC campus.
INTERSEGMENTAL GENERAL EDUCATION
TRANSFER CURRICULUM
(IGETC)
2004-2005
Approved General Education courses:
Each must have a grade of C or better.
1. ENGLISH COMMUNICATION:
CSU — Complete groups A, B and C. UC — Complete groups
A and B.
A. English Composition: 1 course, 3 semester units.
ENGL V01A.
B. Critical Thinking — English Composition: 1 course,
3 semester units.
ENGL V01B; PHIL V05.
C. Oral Communication (CSU requirement only): 1 course,
3 semester units.
SPCH V01, V10.
2. MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS and QUANTITATIVE
REASONING:
1 course, 3 semester units.
CS V17; MATH V04*, V20*, V21A*, V21B*, V21C, V24,
V40, V44*, V45*, V46A*, V46B*, V52; PSY V04*.
3. ARTS and HUMANITIES:
At least 3 courses, with at least one course from the Arts and
one course from the Humanities; 9 semester units.
A. Arts
AES V10, V12, V65; ART V01, V02A, V02B, V03, V04,
V05, V06, V07, V08; MUS V03, V06, V07, V08, V09A,
V09B; PHOT V07; THA V01, V29.
B. Humanities
AES V31; ENGL V07A*, V07B*, V15, V16, V21A, V21B,
V22A, V22B, V23, V26, V30, V31, V32A, V32B, V33,
V34; FREN V02, V03, V04; GERM V02, V03, V04; HIST
V01A, V01B, V18A, V18B; IDS V08; ITAL V02; JAPN
V02; PHIL V01, V02, V03A, V03B, V04, V06A, V06B;
SL V10B, V10C; SPAN V02, V03*, V03S*, V04*, V04S*,
V20, V71; THA V23.
4. SOCIAL and BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES:
At least 3 courses from at least 2 disciplines or an interdisciplinary
sequence; 9 semester units.
AES V01, V02A*, V02B*, V11, V20, V21A, V21B, V22,
V23, V24, V40A*, V40B*, V41, V42A, V42B, V61, V62,
V63*; ANTH V02, V03, V04, V06, V07; AAS V01; CHST
V01, V02, V24; ECON V01A, V01B; GEOG V02, V06;
HIST V01A, V01B, V02A*, V02B*, V03A*, V03B*, V04A,
V04B, V05A*, V05B*, V07A*, V07B*, V08, V09, V10A,
V10B, V12, V13, V14A, V14B, V15, V16, V17*, V18A,
V18B, V19, V20; HEC V24*; JOUR V01; POLS V01,
V02, V03, V04, V05, V11, V14, V15, V16; PSY V01,
V02, V05, V07-V07L, V15, V25, V29, V30, V31*; SOC
V01, V02, V03, V04, V05, V07, V24, V31*.
5. PHYSICAL and BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES:
At least 2 courses, one physical science course and one
biological science course, one of which must include a
laboratory corresponding to selected lecture; 7-9 semester
units.
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ADMISSION — Completion of the IGETC satisfies lower division
GE requirements. It does not guarantee eligibility for admission
to the CSU or UC system, or to a specific campus or program.
Students who are fully certified for IGETC prior to transferring to
UC will satisfy the subject area or course pattern requirements for
admission; they must also satisfy the units and scholarship
requirements. There is no intended connection between completion
of the IGETC and eligibility for admission to the CSU system.
Consult a counselor or the campus of your choice to determine
transfer admission requirements.
CERTIFICATION — All UC and CSU campuses will accept full
certification of the IGETC as meeting all of the lower division GE
requirements for the baccalaureate degree. The last community
college a student attends before transferring will determine certification
of the IGETC. Partial certification is permitted. A maximum
of two IGETC courses may be completed after transfer if a
student Petition for Good Cause is approved. In addition to the
course requirements for each subject area, full certification for
the CSU must include completion of the oral communication
requirement. For the UC, Oral Communication is not required, but
the certification must include satisfaction of the foreign language
requirement. Consult a counselor to determine the options for
satisfaction of the foreign language requirement.
Coursework completed at regionally accredited institutions,
including out-of-state and independent colleges, may be included
among the courses to certify student completion of IGETC. In
addition, credit awarded for Advanced Placement exams can be
used to meet IGETC requirements. Students should consult a
counselor to determine the applicability of coursework and AP
exam scores to IGETC subject area requirements.
Students should make an appointment in the counseling office
prior to transfer to apply for IGETC certification or to petition for
partial certification.
ADDITIONAL CSU- GE REQUIREMENTS — Students who are
fully certified under IGETC and transfer to CSU campuses will be
required to complete a minimum of nine units of upper division
general education work and all campus-specific non-GE graduation
requirements not completed prior to transfer.
U.S. HISTORY, CONSTITUTION AND AMERICAN IDEALS
REQUIREMENTS — All CSU campuses require students to complete
college-level coursework in U.S. History, American Government
and California Government in addition to GE requirements.
Courses completed to satisfy this requirement may not be used
to satisfy GE requirements for IGETC. UC campuses have similar
requirements in American History and Institutions (AH&I). However,
the AH&I requirements may be satisfied for most UC campuses
(not UCSB) by completing the subject area requirement in
high school. Consult a counselor for further information about
this requirement.
SCHOLARSHIP — Courses used for IGETC certification must
be completed with a minimum grade of C (C- is not acceptable).
A “Credit” (CR) is acceptable, providing it is equivalent to a grade
of C or higher at the institution where the course was taken.
MAJOR COURSES — UC will allow IGETC courses to also
count toward major requirements. CSU may not allow “doublecounting”;
courses taken in the department of a student’s major
generally may not be used to fulfill GE requirements.
COURSE RESTRICTIONS — A single course may count only
once; it cannot be used to fulfill GE requirements in two areas
simultaneously. Coursework utilized to satisfy the CSU requirement
in U.S. History, Constitution and American Ideals may not
be used to satisfy GE requirements for IGETC.
TRANSFER LIMITATIONS — All transfer limitations applying to
courses taken at Ventura College also apply to these general
education requirements. Consult your VC counselor concerning
these limitations.
General Transfer Information
ADMISSION -- Most campuses of CSU and UC rarely accept
transfer applicants at the freshman or sophomore levels. Upper
division or advanced standing admission criteria are based on
three components: 1) Units -- a minimum number of transferable
semester units (60 for CSU and UC; maximum 70 for both); 2)
Scholarship -- a minimum cumulative GPA in all transferable
coursework (2.0 for CSU; 2.4 for UC; higher for non-California
residents); and 3) Subject area requirements -- Course pattern
(a-g) requirements and the ways in which students satisfy these
requirements differ between CSU and UC. These admission criteria
specify only minimum standards. CSU and/or UC may apply more
rigorous standards as enrollment demand changes. All potential
transfer students are expected to read the CSU and UC
publications for transfers available in the Ventura College
Counseling Office and the Transfer Center.
SELECTION CRITERIA FOR UC -- When the number of applicants
for some campuses and some majors exceeds the number
of spaces available, campuses use standards which are more
demanding than the minimum admissions requirements to select
students. These selection criteria identify those students who have
demonstrated the capacity for high academic achievement. The
selection criteria are subject to change by campus, school or
college, major and/or term.
Academic criteria are used to evaluate students when selection
criteria are applied. These include: completion of a specified
pattern or number of courses that meet general education or
breadth patterns (e.g., completion of IGETC for UCB College of
Letters & Science); completion of a specified pattern or number of
courses that provide continuity with upper division courses in the
major (essential for admission to the major of choice in many
cases); and, GPA in all transferable courses.
Applicants must complete both the necessary lower division
mathematics and English composition requirements with
grades of C or better for most campuses by the end of the spring
semester prior to transfer in the fall. Some campuses require the
completion of the English and mathematics requirements by the
end of the fall semester prior to transfer in the following fall. Also,
some campuses require that the 60-unit minimum and the fourcourse
pattern (with grades of C or better) be completed by the end
of the spring semester prior to transfer in the fall.
All potential transfers are expected to peruse the UC publications
"Answers for Transfers" and "Introducing the University"
which are published annually for the forthcoming academic year.
These are available in the Ventura College Counseling Office and
the Transfer Center.
SPECIAL APPLICATION AND SCREENING PROCEDURES FOR
UC (SUPPLEMENTAL CRITERIA) Some colleges and schools within
all undergraduate campuses have special application requirements
or screening procedures for students applying to certain
majors and programs of study. In general, students who transfer
to the University at the junior level are expected to have completed
most, if not all, of the lower division coursework required in their
major.
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UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
AT SANTA BARBARA
2004-2005
General Education/Breadth Requirements
College of Letters and Science: B.A. Degree
AREA A — ENGLISH READING AND COMPOSITION** —
two courses as noted.
ENGL V01A; plus either ENGL V01B or PHIL V05
+AREA B — FOREIGN LANGUAGE — one course.
FREN V02
GERM V02
ITAL V02
JAPN V02
SL V10B
SPAN V02
AREA C — SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS AND TECHNOLOGY—
any two courses.
ANAT V01
ANPH V01
ANTH V01
AST V01, V02
BIOL V01, V03, V04, V12, V29
CHEM V01A, V20
CS V15, V30, V40, V80, V86
GEOG V01
GEOL V02, V11
MATH V21A, V21B, V44, V46A
PHYS V01, V02A-V02AL, V03A-V03AL, V04-V04L
PHSO V01
AREA D — SOCIAL SCIENCES — any two courses.
AES V01*, V02A*, V02B*, V11, V20*, V22*,
V40A*, V40B*, V41*, V62*, V63*
ANTH V02, V03, V04*
AAS V01*
CHST V01*
ECON V01A, V01B
GEOG V02
HIST V02A*, V02B*, V03A*, V03B*, V05A*, V05B*,
V07A*, V07B*, V12*, V13*, V16*, V17*
POLS V01*, V02, V03*, V05
PSY V01, V05, V15, V31
SOC V01, V03, V31
AREA E — CIVILIZATION AND THOUGHT — two courses
from same sequence.
HIST V01A & V01B; or HIST V18A & V18B; or PHIL V06A
& V06B
AREA F — THE ARTS — any two courses.
AES V10, V12, V65
ART V01, V02A, V02B, V03, V04, V05*, V06, V07, V08
ENGL V07A or V07B
MUS V01, V03, V06, V07, V08, V09A, V09B
THA V01, V02A, V29
AREA G — LITERATURE — any two courses.
AES V31
ENGL V15, V21A, V21B, V22A*, V22B*, V26, V30, V31,
V32A, V32B, V33, V34
SPAN V20
** If you have already completed a regular quarter at UCSB but
you have not yet satisfied the Entry-Level Writing Requirement
(Subject A), do not take courses in GE Area A. Community
College students not previously enrolled at UCSB must complete
Area A.
MAJOR PREPARATION — Satisfaction of lower division courses
required for selected majors is generally required in those majors
which are oversubscribed or impacted. UC and CSU generally
prefer students to complete prerequisite major courses before
completing general education courses. Of course, all requirements
for admission (minimum units, GPA, and subject area
requirements) must be completed prior to transfer.
TRANSFER COURSES — The approved IGETC course listing
designates those courses which may be used to meet universitywide
general education requirements; it is not a complete listing
of all courses which transfer to CSU and UC. Transferability of
courses may be checked in the Ventura College Catalog, the
Counseling Office, the Transfer Center or at the ASSIST Web site:
www.assist.org
SEQUENTIAL COURSES — Most institutions recommend that
students complete sequential courses at the college where the
series was started. This is especially recommended for a sequence
of two or more courses which require the preceding
course(s) as prerequisite to advancement.
OTHER UNIVERSITIES — Students who plan to attend a
private or out-of-state school should consult a counselor and the
catalog of the particular school to determine the coursework
needed to meet GE requirements at that institution. While most of
the courses on the approved IGETC list transfer to other institutions,
they do not necessarily satisfy the GE requirements.
TRANSCRIPTS — You must make a written request of the
Office of Admissions and Records to forward your transcript.
Ventura College can send official transcripts of work completed at
this College and at Moorpark and/or Oxnard Colleges. You must
request transcripts of work completed at any other colleges
(outside of this college district) to be sent to the transfer institution.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE — Although it is not necessary for you to
complete an associate degree in order to transfer to a four-year
school, many of the courses taken to satisfy associate degree
requirements are transferable and, in many cases, may be used
to meet transfer GE requirements.
TRANSFER ASSISTANCE — Should you encounter any problems
during or after transfer, we may be able to assist you. Please
feel free to contact the Counseling Office or the Transfer Center at
Ventura College at any time.
MORE INFORMATION — If you have any questions, check
with a counselor. More information is available for UC at
www.ucop.edu/pathways and for CSU at www.csumentor.edu
ASSIST —ASSIST is a computerized transfer information system
that can be accessed over the World Wide Web. It displays
reports of how course credits earned at one California college or
university can be applied when transferred to another. ASSIST is
the official repository of articulation for California's public colleges
and universities and therefore provides the most accurate
and up-to-date information available about student transfer in
California. ASSIST is available at www.assist.org
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+ Foreign Language requirement: See general education notes.
* American History and Institutions requirement: UCSB has a
general university requirement in American History and Institutions
which shall be met by taking one course marked with
an asterisk or specified under general education notes below.
Ethnicity requirement: UCSB has an ethnicity requirement in
the College of Letters and Science which shall be met by taking
one course marked with a "
" or specified under general
education notes below.
UCSB General Education/Breadth Notes
CAVEAT — These courses and requirements are subject to
change. Students should consult a counselor regularly throughout
the school year to receive the most current transfer information.
MINIMUM UNITS — All courses used to satisfy the requirements
above must equal three or more semester units each.
USE OF MAJOR COURSES — Courses taken in the student’s
major can also be used to fulfill any area of general education/
breath requirements.
UC ENTRY-LEVEL WRITING REQUIREMENT (FORMERLY
SUBJECT A) - ENGLISH COMPOSITION REQUIREMENT — This
requirement may be satisfied by the completion of ENGL V01A at
Ventura College with C grade or better prior to transfer. This
requirement may also be met by examination (see UCSB catalog
for more specific information). Students who have not satisfied
this requirement must take a UCSB writing examination during
their first quarter at UCSB.
*AMERICAN HISTORY AND INSTITUTIONS REQUIREMENT
— A course taken to satisfy this requirement may also be applied
to GE and/or major requirements. For example, a student who
completes ART V05 will satisfy both the history and institutions
requirement and part of the general education requirements. A
student who completes HIST V03A will satisfy the requirements
for American History and Institutions, ethnicity, and part of the
general education pattern. In other words, a student may doublecount
or triple-count a single course to meet multiple requirements.
Courses approved to meet the American History and
Institutions requirement are: AES V01, V02A, V02B, V20, V22,
V40A, V40B, V41, V62, V63; ANTH V04; ART V05; AAS V01;
CHST V01; CJ V01; ENGL V22A, V22B; HIST V02A, V02B, V03A,
V03B, V04B, V05A, V05B, V07A, V07B, V08, V12, V13, V16, V17;
POLS V01, V03; SOC V02. Students who do not meet this requirement
by coursework may satisfy it by examination (see UCSB
catalog for more specific information).
ETHNICITY REQUIREMENT — A course taken to satisfy this
requirement will also count toward satisfaction of specific area
requirements. For example, a student who completes ENGL V33
will satisfy both the ethnicity requirement and part of the general
education requirements. A student who completes HIST V05B will
satisfy the requirements for ethnicity, American History and Institutions,
and part of the general education pattern. In other words,
a student may double-count or triple-count a single course to meet
multiple requirements. Courses approved to meet the ethnicity
requirement are: AES V01, V02A, V02B, V11, V20, V22, V23, V40A,
V40B, V41, V63; ANTH V04; AAS V01; CHST V01, V02; ENGL V33, V34;
HIST V03A, V03B, V05A, V05B, V12, V13, V17; SOC V03.
+FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT — All transfer students
entering the College of Letters and Science at UCSB must
satisfy the foreign language requirement prior to graduation from
UCSB. The requirement can be satisfied by:
1. Passing the second semester (or third quarter) of a college
foreign language course (this option requires students to complete
four additional overall and L & S units); or
2. Completing the third year of one foreign language in high
school with a GPA of at least a C for the third year. Students who
do not meet this requirement by coursework may satisfy it by
examination (see UCSB catalog for more specific information).
TRANSFER LIMITATIONS — All transfer limitations applying to
courses taken at Ventura College also apply to these general
education requirements. Consult your VC counselor concerning
these limitations.
B.S. DEGREE GE REQUIREMENTS (College of Letters and
Sciences): Area A, two courses as noted; Area B, one course;
Area C, any two courses; Area D, any two courses; Area E, two
courses from same sequence; Area F, one course; and Area G, one
course.
B.F.A. DEGREE AND B.M. DEGREE GE REQUIREMENTS: Area
A, two courses as noted; Area B, one course; Area C, any two
courses; Area D, any two courses; Area E, two courses from same
sequence; and Area G, one course.
B.S. DEGREE GE REQUIREMENTS (College of Engineering):
Area A, two courses as noted; Areas D, E, F, & G, 16 semester
units total; Areas D & E, six to ten units (three must be from E); and
Areas F & G, six to ten units (three must be from G). No more than
two courses from the same department can apply to areas D, E,
F, and G. See the ASSIST Web site for choices other than those
listed here. It is recommended that engineering students not
complete all GE prior to transfer.
DEFERRED COMPLETION — These general education requirements
for the College of Letters and Science may be completed at
UCSB. The university will require that any remaining courses in
Areas D through G satisfy the Writing Requirement and the Non-
Western Culture Requirement. If Area C is not entirely satisfied
prior to transfer, the university will require one course in Quantitative
Relationships.
INTERSEGMENTAL GENERAL EDUCATION TRANSFER CURRICULUM
(IGETC) — Students planning to transfer to either a
CSU or UC campus may elect to use the Intersegmental GE
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) in satisfaction of GE requirements.
IGETC certification, completed in its entirety and certified by the
community college prior to transfer, waives all areas of UCSB's GE
program. Consult your counselor for additional information.
General Transfer Information
ADMISSION — Most campuses rarely accept transfer applicants
at the freshman or sophomore levels. A Ventura College
student who is a California resident and who is planning to transfer
to UCSB (or any other UC campus) must satisfy the following
requirements:
1. Students who were eligible for admission to the university
when they graduated from high school—meaning they satisfied
the subject, scholarship, and examination requirements or they
were identified as eligible under the Eligibility in the Local Context
(ELC) program—are eligible to transfer if they have a C (2.0)
average in transferable college coursework.
2. Students who met the scholarship requirement but not the
subject requirement must take transferable college courses in the
missing subjects earning a C or better in each required course, and
have an overall C (2.0) average in all transferable college coursework
to be eligible to transfer.
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE — Although it is not necessary for you to
complete an associate degree in order to transfer to a four-year
school, many of the courses taken to satisfy associate degree
requirements are transferable and, in many cases, may be used to
meet transfer GE requirements.
TRANSFER ASSISTANCE — Should you encounter any problems
during or after transfer, we may be able to assist you. Please
feel free to contact the counseling office or transfer center at
Ventura College at any time.
MORE INFORMATION — If you have any questions, check with
a counselor, the UCSB Web site at www.admissions.ucsb.edu
and the ASSIST Web site: www.assist.org
3. Students who were not eligible for admission to the university
when they graduated from high school because they did not meet
the scholarship requirement must:
a. Complete 60 semester units of transferable college credit
with a grade point average of at least 2.4, and;
b. Complete a course pattern requirement (with a C or
better in each course) to include:
1. two transferable college courses (3 semester units each)in
English composition; and
2. one transferable college course (3 semester units) in
mathematical concepts and quantitative reasoning; and
3. four transferable college courses (3 semester units each)
chosen from at least two of the following subject areas:
the arts and humanities, the social and behavioral sciences,
the physical and biological sciences.
Students who satisfy the Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) prior to transferring to UC will satisfy
Option 3b above. All potential transfer students should attempt to
exceed the minimum 2.4 GPA and fall transfers must complete all
admission requirements (units; GPA; a-g) by the preceding spring.
Subject area requirements in English and mathematics should
be completed by the preceding fall semester. Coursework
completed in summer session will not count toward these minimum
admission requirements but can be used to accumulate
additional transfer units.
MAJOR PREPARATION — Satisfaction of lower division courses
for selected majors is generally required in those majors which are
oversubscribed or impacted. UC prefers students to complete
prerequisite major courses before completing general education
courses. Of course, all requirements for admission (minimum
units, GPA, and subject area requirements) must be completed
prior to transfer.
TRANSFER INFORMATION — All potential transfer students are
expected to read the University of California publication “Answers
for Transfers’’ available in the Ventura College Counseling Office
and the Transfer Center.
TRANSFER COURSES — The approved UCSB listing above
designates those courses which may be used to meet GE requirements;
it is not a complete listing of all courses which transfer to
UC. Transferability of courses may be checked in the Ventura
College Catalog, Counseling Office, or Transfer Center.
SEQUENTIAL COURSES — Most institutions recommend that
students complete sequential courses at the college where the
series was started. This is especially recommended for a sequence
of two or more courses which requires the preceding
course(s) as prerequisite to advancement.
OTHER UNIVERSITIES — Students who plan to attend a UC
campus other than Santa Barbara or one of the campuses of the
California State University (CSU) or an independent or out-of-state
school should consult a counselor and the catalog of the particular
school to determine the coursework needed to meet GE requirements
at that institution. While many of the courses listed above
transfer to CSU and other institutions, they do not necessarily
satisfy the GE requirements.
TRANSCRIPTS — You must make a written request of the
Office of Admissions and Records to forward your transcript.
Ventura College can send official transcripts of work completed at
this College and at Moorpark and/or Oxnard College. You must
request transcripts of work completed at any other colleges
(outside of this college district) to be sent to the transfer institution.
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CALIFORNIA LUTHERAN UNIVERSITY
2004-2005
General Education Requirements
GENERAL TRANSFER INFORMATION: Students may be admitted
to CLU with fewer than 28 semester units on the basis of test
scores and high school records. Transfer students must complete
a minimum of 28 transferable semester units (maximum 70) with
a 2.75 GPA in all previous college work attempted. Students
should also have a 2.5 GPA in the last term of full-time study prior
to the time of application to CLU. All coursework applicable to GE
or major preparation requirements must be taken for a grade, with
the exception of courses taken credit by exam.
CLU accepts the certification of the Intersegmental General
Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). Students who complete
IGETC and California Lutheran University's religion and foreign
language requirements will have met all of CLU's general education
curriculum. Students who do not complete IGETC prior to
transferring to CLU will follow the CLU general education pattern.
Prospective transfer students are encouraged to schedule an
appointment with the CLU coordinator of transfer services for
counseling and preliminary transcript evaluation. Also visit CLU’s
Web site at www.callutheran.edu
General Education Courses
AREA I. PROFICIENCIES
A. Written Communication
1. Freshman English:
ENGL V01A or by AP Exam.
2. Writing intensive course:
Junior level transfers (58+ units)
complete one course after transfer.
B. Speaking Intensive
SPCH V01, V02, V05, V10; THA V02A; or Oral
Communication Proficiency Test.
C. Foreign Language
Two sequential courses in the same language from:
FREN V01-V04; GERM V01-V04; ITAL V01, V02; JAPN
V01, V02; SL V10A, V10B, V10C; SPAN V01-V04 or
SPAN V03S, V04S; or successful completion of second
semester level course or score on CLU Foreign Language
Placement Test at third semester college level.
D. Mathematical Reasoning
CS V17; MATH V04, V05, V20, V21A, V21B, V21C, V24,
V38, V40, V44, V45, V46A, V46B, V52; or appropriate
score on CLU Math Placement Test.
AREA II. PERSPECTIVES
A. Humanities
1. History - One course from:
AES V02A, V02B, V21A, V21B, V22, V40A, V40B,
V41, V42A, V42B, V61, V63 or any one course in
history.
2. Literature - One course from:
ENGL V01B, V15-V34.
3. Philosophy - One course from:
PHIL V01, V02, V04, V05, V06A, V06B.
4. Religion
PHIL V03B.
Students transferring with fewer than 58 units may transfer
one religion course and must complete one upper division
religion course at CLU; students transferring with 58 or more
units must complete one religion course at CLU.
B. Natural Sciences
Two courses, one with lab, from:
ANAT V01; ANPH V01; ANTH V01, V01L; AST V01, V02;
BIOL V01, V01L, V03, V04; CHEM V01A, V01AL, V01B,
V01BL, V10, V10L, V20, V20L, V21, V21L; GEOG V01,
V01L; GEOL V02, V02L; MICR V01; PHSC V01; PHYS
V01, V02A-V02AL, V02B-V02BL, V03A-V03AL, V03BV03BL,
V04-V04L, V05-V05L, V06-V06L; PHSO V01;
PSY V03.
C. Social Sciences
Two courses from different disciplines from:
AES V01, V11; ANTH V02-V04, V06, V07; ECON V01A,
V01B; GEOG V02; POLS V01-V05, V08-V10; PSY V01,
V03, V05, V30; SOC V01-V03.
D. Visual and Performing Arts
Note: Only one course may be less than two units credit.
One participation course from:
ART V11A-V13C, V16A, V16B, V20A, V20B, V25A-V26B,
V31A-V53B; DANC V14; MUS V11-V24D, V34, V35; PHOT
V01-V06B, V08-V09B; THA V02A, V14-V22, V31.
One additional course from the list above or from:
AES V10, V12, V65; ART V01-V08, V14A-V14D; MUS
V01, V02A-V02D, V03-V10, V27; PHOT V07; THA V01,
V29.
E. Health and Well-being
A transfer with two different PE activities or one PE activity
and one health education course will satisfy the entire
requirement. Junior/senior transfers with no previous PE
activities will take HED V97 or HEC V97. Transfers over 25
years of age are exempted from this requirement.
Note: Only one unit per activity course will transfer; no
more than three units will apply toward graduation; an
activity course may not be repeated for credit.
AREA III. CULTURES AND CIVILIZATIONS
A. Global Studies: The World and The West
Requirement waived for students transferring with 28 or
more units.
B. Gender and Ethnic Studies
One course from:
AES V01, V02A, V02B, V11, V20, V22, V40A, V40B, V41,
V62, V63; ANTH V04, V06; ART V07; AAS V01; CHST
V01; ENGL V32A, V32B, V33, V34; HIST V02A-V03B,
V05A, V05B, V12, V13, V17; PSY V30; SOC V03, V04.
Note: Courses taken to meet this requirement may be
double-counted to meet Perspectives requirements.
AREA IV. INTEGRATED STUDIES
Freshman Cluster
Requirement waived for students who have completed
ENGL V01A or who are transferring with 28 or more units.
CAVEAT — These courses and requirements are subject to
change. Students should consult a counselor regularly throughout
the school year to receive the most current transfer information.
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UNIVERSITY OF LA VERNE
VENTURA COUNTY AND POINT MUGU CAMPUSES
2004-2005
General Education Requirements
GENERAL TRANSFER INFORMATION: Students who have a
high school diploma, or equivalent, are eligible for admission to
ULV. Transfer students may enter ULV at the beginning of any
semester. A total of 128 semester units are required for the BA or
BS degree, 44 of which must be upper division, plus the completion
of a specific major, and the general education requirements.
ULV will accept up to 84 semester units of lower division
transferable credit. These may include military credit and credit
granted by CLEP examination or by DANTES or USAFI. All courses
completed under the associate degree will be acceptable at ULV.
Students without the associate degree will have their work evaluated
on a course-by-course basis for transferability. Students
with less than 32 units may be held to additional requirements.
ULV accepts the certification of either the Intersegmental General
Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State
University General Education pattern (CSU-GE). Students who
complete either IGETC or CSU-GE will be credited with fulfilling all
of ULV's general education Area requirements.
Prospective students are encouraged to schedule an appointment
with a ULV academic advisor for a preliminary evaluation of
their transcripts. Also visit ULV’s Web site at www.ulv.edu (scroll
to School of Continuing Education; then Ventura County Campus).
General Education Courses*
1. WRITTEN ENGLISH
ENGL V01A and ENGL V01B.
2. SPOKEN ENGLISH
One course from SPCH V01, V10 or equivalent demonstrated
proficiency.
3. FINE ARTS
One course from: AES V10, V12, V65; ART V01, V02AB, V03,
V04, V05, V06, V07, V08, V11AB, V12AB, V13ABC, V15ABC,
V16AB, V19, V23AB, V25AB, V26AB, V31AB, V32AB, V34ABC,
V36AB, V37AB, V41AB, V42AB, V43AB, V46AB, V48, V51AB,
V52AB; DANC V30; ENGL V07AB, V10, V11AB; MUS V03,
V06, V07, V08, V09AB; PHOT V01, V02, V03, V04AB, V06AB,
V07; THA V01, V02AB, V29.
4. HUMANITIES
Any course from each of two different areas: a) ENGL V15,
V16, V21A, V21B, V22A, V22B, V23, V26, V30, V31, V32A,
V32B, V33, V34, THA V23; b) PHIL (except V04, V05);
c) JOUR V01.
5. MATHEMATICS
One course from: CS V17; MATH V04, V05, V20, V21A, V21B,
V21C, V40, V44, V45, V46A, V46B, V52; PSY V04. Math
requirement may be satisfied by upper division course in
statistics in the major.
6. NATURAL SCIENCES
Any course from each of two different areas, to include one
laboratory from: a) AG V03, ANAT, ANPH, BIOL, MICR, PHSO;
b) AST, CHEM, GEOL, PHSC, PHYS.
7. SOCIAL SCIENCES
Any course from each of two different areas: a) ECON V01A,
V01B; b) AES V22, V63; HIST V02A, V02B, V04B, V07A,
V07B, V12, V17; POLS V01, V03; c) PSY V01, SOC V01.
8. CORE REQUIREMENTS
Values and Critical Thinking
PHIL V02 and PHIL V05.
World Civilizations and Cultures
One course from: AES V21A, V42A, V42B, V61; ANTH V02;
HIST V01A, V10A, V14A, V14B, V15, V18A, V18B, V19; or
one year of foreign language (consult ULV for exceptions).
*Courses taken in preparation for the major may be used to
satisfy general education requirements. While a course may
satisfy more than one general education group and/or area
requirement, it shall not be counted more than once and any
excess units in one area shall not apply to another area.
CAVEAT — These courses and requirements are subject to
change. Students should consult a counselor regularly throughout
the school year to receive the most current transfer information.
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CHARTER OAK STATE COLLEGE
Partnering with Bridgepoint Education
2004-2005
General Transfer Information
Charter Oak State College is accredited by the New England
Association of Schools and Colleges. Charter Oak truly offers
“degrees without boundaries”. Its liberal transfer credit acceptance
policy is particularly attractive to the adult learner. Charter Oak will
accept previous credits from regionally accredited colleges and
universities regardless of when they were earned; up to 90 units
from a two-year college; and approved, non-collegiate credit from
a variety of sources, including the military.
For many adults, finding time to complete a college degree is a
challenge. Charter Oak can help. It offers a myriad of distance
learning classes via the Internet or on video. Students can develop
their own degree plan, start their program at any time, and determine
their own pace of study. Students are not limited to Charter Oak
classes alone, because Charter Oak has no academic residency
requirement. With all the different ways to earn credit, including
traditional and distance learning classes, standardized tests and
portfolio assessment, students may complete their degree without
ever stepping foot on the Charter Oak campus. Students can take
courses at Ventura College, nearby in Ventura County, or online at
Bridgepoint Education to complete their degree. Students can often
complete their degree in less than two years.
Bridgepoint Education is a learning partner with Charter Oak State
College. Bridgepoint assists prospective and current Charter Oak
students in California. For many students, the cost of the program
is comparable to or less than attending any CSU campus as a parttime
student.
Students can apply to the Bridgepoint Education program with
Charter Oak State College when they are about to complete 60 units
in the semester in which they apply. Students may be admitted to
the program when they have completed 60 college units or an
Associate’s degree. Community college courses must be degree
applicable credit courses in order to transfer to Charter Oak. Credit/
No Credit grades for which a “CR” grade has been received are
accepted, though not typically usable toward the student’s concentration.
Charter Oak also accepts credit from: corporate training
carrying ACE or PONSI credit recommendations; AP, CLEP, DANTES
and other standard tests; and workplace learning documented
through portfolio assessment.
Students who have received certification of the IGETC typically
only need to complete one or two additional general education
courses for Charter Oak, and can use community college courses,
Bridgepoint courses, or other sources of credit listed above to
complete them. Students need 60 liberal arts units to earn a BS
degree and 90 liberal arts units to earn a BA, which can include
credit transferred from community colleges, Bridgepoint or other
sources listed above.
Prospective transfer students are encouraged to schedule an
appointment with a Bridgepoint representative for a preliminary
evaluation of credit and to answer any questions about the program.
Bridgepoint can be reached through the Ventura College Transfer
Center, or by calling 800-333-5116, or by visiting
www.bridgepointeducation.com.
General Education Requirements*
The following Ventura College courses meet Charter Oak General
Education requirements. These courses also meet Charter
Oak liberal arts requirements except as noted by an asterisk (*).
AESTHETIC DIMENSIONS (A) - (3 units)
AES V10, V12, V15, V30, V31, V65; ART V01-V08, V11AV13C,
V15A-V16B, V18A-V27, V31A-V48, V51A-V55B; CD
V14*; DANC V10-V90; EAC V25*; ENGL V02B, V07A, V07B,
V10-V34, V132A-V134; FDM V18A, V18B; HEC V05A; MUS
V01-V37, V43-V55C, V60D, V60F; PHOT V01-V08; READ
V02B; SPAN V20, V71; SPCH V05; THA V01-V02B, V12-V20,
V23,V29, V31; WEL V27
ETHICAL DIMENSIONS AND CITIZENSHIP (C) - (3 units)
CJ V01; IDS V08; PHIL V02; POLS V01
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (E) - (6 units)
ENGL V01A and V01B
GLOBAL SOCIETY (G) - (3 units)
AES V10, V15, V21A, V21B, V31, V42A, V42B, V61, V65;
ANTH V02, V03, V06, V07; ART V02A-V04, V06-V08; BIOL
V10; BUS V43*; DANC V26; ENGL V21A, V21B, V26-V31;
FREN V03, V04, V73, V74; GEOG V02; GERM V03, V04; HIST
V01A, V01B, V09-V10B, V14A-V15, V18A-V20; MUS V03,
V09A, V09B; PHIL V03A, V03B; POLS V02, V05, V10-V15,
V60C; SPAN V03-V04S, V20, V71
HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT (H) - (3 units)
AES V01-V10, V12, V21A-V22, V40A-V61, V63, V65; ANTH
V03, V04; ART V02A-V08; HIST V01A, V01B, V02A-V04B,
V05A-V90; MUS V06-V09B; PHIL V01, V03A, V03B, V06A,
V06B; PHOT V07; POLS V01, V02, V04, V10, V11, V15; SPAN
V71; THA V29
RELATIONSHIP TO GROUPS AND COMMUNITIES (I) -
(3 units)
AES V01, V11, V20, V23, V24, V41, V62; ANTH V02, V04-V07;
AAS V01; BUS V32*; CHST V01-V24; CD V61; CJ V03, V14*,
V28; ENGL V32A, V32B, V132A, V132B; GEOG V02; HIST V13;
HEC V22-V24; PSY V01, V02, V5, V15-V31; SOC V01-V31;
SPCH V03, V15; SUP V93,V96
ANALYTICAL/QUANTITATIVE REASONING & DATA
INTERPRETATION (Q) - (3 units)
CS V17; MATH V04, V05, V20, V21A, V21B, V21C, V24, V38-
V44, V45-V52; PSY V04
RESEARCH (R) - (3 units)
ENGL V01A, V01B; BIS V71B*; LIB V01*; PSY V07, V07L;
SOC V07
SCIENTIFIC PROCESS (S) - (4 units with lab or 6 units without)
AG V03; ANAT V01; ANPH V01; ANTH V01, V01L; AST V01,
V02; BIOL V01, V01L, V03-V18, V29, V29L, V40, V41; CHEM
V01A-V21L; ENGR V12, V16; GEOG V01, V01L, V05; GEOL
V02-V21; MICR V01; PHSC V01; PHYS V01–V90; PHSO V01
WESTERN CIVILIZATION AND CULTURE (W) - (3 units)
AES V01-V02B, V11, V12, V20-V24, V31-V41, V62, V63; ANTH
V04, V07; ART V02A, V02B, V04-V06; AAS V01; CHST V01-
V24; CJ V02; ENGL V21A-V22B, V26-V31, V33, V34, V133,
V134; FREN V03, V04, V73, V74; GEOG V06; GERM V03, V04;
HIST V01A, V01B, V02A-V04B, V05A-V13, V16, V17, V60B;
MUS V06, V07, V09A, V09B; PHIL V03B, V06A, V06B; PHOT
V07; POLS V01, V03, V04, V09, V11; SOC V03, V24; SPAN
V03, V04, V20, V71; THA V29
CAVEAT — These courses and requirements are subject to
change. Students should consult a counselor regularly
throughout the school year to receive the most current transfer
information.
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Credit Courses - 81 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
Course Identification
A course identification is comprised of the course discipline
name or abbreviated name and course number (for example, CJ
V01). All course numbers for Ventura College will have a leading
V (for Ventura) preceding the actual course number. Courses
numbered 1 (one) through 9 (nine) will also have a leading zero
preceding the actual number. Sometimes an alphabetic character
is appended to the course identification (for example, ART V12A).
Courses requiring a year (two semesters) in which to complete
the full offering may be designated by number and letter (for
example, BUS V01A-V01B). The A section of the course is usually
offered in the fall semester with the B section following in the
spring; however, some year-sequence courses begin in the spring
semester.
The alphabetical designation in the course identification may
also be used to designate the related topics of a year-long course
(for example, HIST V18A-V18B); in this instance, the A course
would not be a prerequisite to the B course and/or subsequent
courses.
Semester Unit Credit
The semester unit credit of the course is shown by a number(s)
following the title of the course. As defined elsewhere, the semester
unit is based on three hours of workstudy; one lecture hour with
two attendant hours of preparation or three hours of laboratory
activity requiring special facilities or equipment.
Most courses have fixed units; some have variable units. The
unit value of each variable-unit course will be specified in the
Schedule of Classes each term. In certain instances, to best serve
students in summer session and in evening classes, the hours of
instruction in some courses may be reduced and credit reduced
proportionately.
Course Prerequisites, Corequisites and
Recommended Preparation
A course prerequisite states the preparation required to
successfully complete a particular course. A prerequisite represents
a set of skills or a body of knowledge that a student must possess
prior to enrollment and without which the student is highly unlikely
to succeed in the course. For example, a student enrolling in
general chemistry is likely to have grave difficulty without adequate
preparation in algebra.
A course corequisite states the course or courses in which a
student must be concurrently enrolled. A corequisite represents a
set of skills or a body of knowledge that a student must acquire
through concurrent enrollment in another course and without
which the student is highly unlikely to succeed in the course.
Recommended preparation states the preparation suggested by
the faculty to successfully complete a particular course. While
encouraged to do so, students do not have to satisfy recommended
preparation guidelines to enroll in a course.
Course prerequisites, corequisites or recommended preparation
are specified within course descriptions announced in this Catalog;
they are also specified in the Schedule of Classes. A course has
no prerequisites or corequisites unless so designated. Students
must have satisfied the prerequisite and/or corequisite requirements
for all courses in which they enroll.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF COURSES
CHALLENGING A PREREQUISITE OR COREQUISITE: It is
recognized that students may have preparation equivalent to the
stated prerequisites or corequisites or may wish to challenge a
prerequisite or corequisite as allowed by state law. The Petition for
Challenging a Prerequisite or Corequisite is available in the
Counseling Office. The student shall bear the initial burden of
showing that grounds exist for the challenge. The following is a list
of the grounds under which a challenge may be pursued:
1. The student will be subject to undue delay in attaining the
goal of his or her educational plan because the prerequisite
or corequisite course has not been made reasonably
available (student educational plan must be on file).
2. The prerequisite or corequisite is not valid because it is not
necessary for success in the course for which it is required
(student documentation required).
3. The prerequisite or corequisite is unlawfully discriminatory
or is being applied in an unlawfully discriminatory manner
(student documentation required).
4. The student has the knowledge or ability to succeed in the
course despite not meeting the prerequisite or corequisite
(student documentation required).
Field Trips
Field trips are required activities for a number of courses in the
College curriculum. For any such courses, it is intended that they
be clearly identified in the College Catalog and the Schedule of
Classes. For other courses, a field trip or an off-campus activity
may be optional for the students enrolled.
According to policy adopted by the College District’s governing
board, all persons making any type of field trip or excursion shall
be deemed to have waived all claims for injury, accident, illness,
or death during, or by reason of, the field trip or excursion.
The College assumes no liability for students’ personal property.
This includes course or related College activities, on campus, at
off-campus facilities, and college-sponsored field trips.
Course Repetition
A statement following the course description noting the repeat
capability of a course will specify the maximum credit permitted
for the designated course. The repeat capability will be expressed
in maximum units and/or in total times the course may be taken.
The absence of a repeat capability statement is always intended
to designate a course which may be taken one time only.
Co-designated Courses
The college offers some of its courses as co-designated or
cross-listed between two or more disciplines. Where this occurs,
all aspects of the co-designated courses are identical, except the
course identifier (course discipline abbreviation) and possibly the
course numbers and/or alpha characters following the discipline
abbreviation, which may be identical or may differ. All other
aspects are the same (title, units, hours, description, repeat
capability, transferability, etc.). These courses are identified in the
announcement of courses section of the catalog. Courses which
are codesignated or cross-referenced are identified by the phrase
"Same as . . ."
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Courses Offered on a Credit/No Credit Basis Only
The following courses will be offered only for credit/no credit; no
letter grade will be awarded: ACT V01, V02, V03A, V03B, V04,
V05, V10, V12, V88; AG V60A-V60Z; ANAT V01S; ANPH V01S;
ARCH V95, V96; ART V79; AUTO V45, V95, V96; BIOL V01S,
V20S, V29S, V31S, V32, V33, V34, V35, V60A-V60Z, V95, V96;
BUS V11, V12, V95, V96; BIS V50, V53, V55A, V55B, V56A,
V56B, V70, V71A, V71B, V71C, V73, V76A, V76B, V77A, V77B,
V79; CD V60D, V60E, V60F, V95, V96; CIS V61, V62, V63, V95,
V96; CS V95, V96; CT V95, V96; CJ V16, V40, V41, V42, V60A,
V60B, V60C, V60E, V60G, V81, V85, V86, V92, V95, V96; DS V10,
V88; DRFT V51, V99; EAC V14, V32, V33, V95, V96; ENGL V03,
V132A, V132B, V133, V134, V190A, V190B; ESL V01, V02, V03,
V04, V05, V06, V07, V08, V09, V12, V88; FREN V71, V72, V73,
V74; GEOG V24, V95, V96; GW V01A, V01G, V02A, V02B, V02Q,
V02T, V02X, V88, V89, V90; HS V12, V95, V96; HIST V01S,
V04BS; HEC V95, V96; HORT V02, V95, V96; HUM V15; IDS
V60A-V60Z; INTR V95, V96; JOUR V31, V95, V96, V105; LDR
V88, V89; LS V01L, V04, V24; MS V95, V96, V99; MATH V03S,
V20S,V21AS, V21BS, V21CS, V24S, V44S; MICR V01S; MM
V60A, V95, V96; NS V15, V75, V76A, V76B, V76C, V76D, V77,
V80, V83A, V83B, V84A, V84B, V95, V96; PM V95; PE V95, V96;
PHSO V01S; POLS V01S, V60C; PSY V04S; READ V10; SOC V95,
V96; THA V95, V96; WS V95, V96; WEL V95, V96; WEXP V95,
V96. Workshop series V88 & V89 courses not indicated above are
credit/no credit or graded as designated in the Schedule of Classes.
Courses Not Applicable For Degree Credit
The College offers selected courses which are not applicable for
degree credit. Students enrolled in the courses noted below will
receive unit credit and will be awarded an academic record symbol
on transcripts as defined in the academic policy section of this
catalog. However, the units earned in these courses will not apply
toward certificates of completion, certificates of achievement, or
associate degrees. The following courses are not applicable for
degree credit: ACT V01, V02, V03A, V03B, V04, V05, V10, V12,
V88; ANAT V01S; ANPH V01S; BIOL V01S, V20S, V29S, V31S;
CD V60D, V60E, V60F; CJ V60B; DS V10; DRFT V99; EAC V14;
ENGL V03, V190A, V190B; ESL V01, V02, V03, V04,V05, V06,
V07, V08, V09, V12, V33, V34, V40, V88; HS V12; HIST V01S,
V04BS; HUM V15; IDS V11, V12, V60A-V60Z; LS V01, V01L, V02,
V03A, V03B, V03C, V04, V05, V06, V07, V08, V09, V10, V11,
V14, V19, V24, V25, V88; MS V99; MATH V03S, V08A, V08B,
V08C, V09, V10, V20S, V21AS, V21BS, V21CS, V24S, V44S;
MICR V01S; NS V75, V80, V84A, V84B; PHSO V01S; POLS V01S;
PSY V04S; READ V03, V04; SS V01, V02. Workshop series V88
& V89 courses not indicated above are offered for associate
degree credit or are not applicable for degree credit as designated
in the Schedule of Classes.
Transfer Course Identification
Courses offered by Ventura College provide a wide selection of
curricula that meet the requirements for most university majors.
To assist students in planning their programs of study, all credit
courses offered by Ventura College are classified as follows:
1. No notation of transfer credit following the course
description indicates that the course is not designed to
transfer to public (and most independent) four-year colleges
or universities.
2. The notation of transfer credit after the course description
is followed by the abbreviation CSU meaning that the
course will transfer to any of the 23 campuses of the
California State University (Northridge, Cal Poly, etc.) and/
or is followed by the abbreviation UC meaning that the
course will transfer to any of the nine campuses of the
University of California (Santa Barbara, UCLA, etc.)
3. The notation of credit limitations following the transfer
credit statement indicates that one or more public fouryear
institutions impose some kind of limitation on the
course. In this case, consult your counselor concerning
the transferability of the course.
4. The notation of transfer credit is defined to mean that the
course is acceptable for unit credit for admissions purposes
and for credit towards a baccalaureate degree only. Students
interested in the applicability of particular courses for use
in satisfaction of major preparation requirements and/or
general education requirements are advised to consult the
transfer information section of the Catalog and a Ventura
College counselor.
5. The notation of CAN following the transfer credit statement
designates a California Articulation Number. The CAN
system provides a cross-reference number or course
identification for courses which are acceptable “in lieu of’’
comparable courses at participating California colleges
and universities. These courses will be acceptable as
equivalent in content and scope to identically designated
CAN courses at transfer institutions and will satisfy
comparable degree requirements at all participating
campuses in California.
Additional transfer information is available from the Counseling
Office, the Transfer Center, or the ASSIST Web site: www.assist.org
Offering of Courses as Described in the Catalog
Occasionally there may be changes concerning course numbers,
titles, units of credit, prerequisites, hours, or course descriptions
made after publication of the Catalog. Efforts will be made through
the Schedules of Classes, public media, and at the time of registration
to notify students of any changes other than as described in the
catalog.
All degree applicable courses listed in the Catalog meet major,
general education, or elective credit requirements for approved
degree or certificate programs.
The College will make every effort to regularly offer each of the
credit courses listed under the announcement of courses. "Regularly
offered" shall mean a frequency of not less than once in two years.
The student who plans to satisfy the requirements for a particular
academic goal --such as a Certificate of Achievement, an Associate
Degree, and/or the completion of courses necessary to prepare for
transfer into a baccalaureate major -- must carefully plan a
program of study to complete all requirements in a timely fashion.
The student may consult with appropriate instructional divisions
to determine the frequency of course offerings.
Offering of Courses as Listed in the Schedule of
Classes
The College reserves the right to cancel any course section
scheduled for any term if enrollment is insufficient. Courses may
be scheduled off-campus in Ventura, Fillmore, Ojai, Piru, Santa
Paula, and other locations as noted in the Schedule of Classes.
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Course Discipline Abbreviations
Course disciplines listed below are a regular part of the established curriculum. The current Schedule of Classes should be consulted
to determine the availability of specific courses offered within the disciplines noted.
The designation for course identification comprises an abbreviated discipline title followed by alphanumeric characters. The College
uses the following discipline title abbreviations:
ACT- Assistive Computer Technology
AG-Agriculture
AES-American Ethnic Studies
ANAT-Anatomy
ANPH-Anatomy/Physiology
ANTH-Anthropology
ARCH-Architecture
ART-Art
AAS-Asian American Studies
AST-Astronomy
AUTO-Automotive
BIOL-Biology
BUS-Business
BIS-Business Information Systems
CHEM-Chemistry
CHST-Chicano Studies
CD-Child Development
CIS-Computer Information Systems
CS-Computer Science
CT-Construction Technology
CJ-Criminal Justice
DANC-Dance
DS-Developmental Studies
DRFT-Drafting
ECON-Economics
EDU-Education
EAC-Educational Assistance Center
EMT-Emergency Medical Technology
ENGR-Engineering
ENGL-English
ESL-English as a Second Language
FDM-Fashion Design and Merchandising
FREN-French
GEOG-Geography
GEOL-Geology
GERM-German
GW-Guidance Workshops
HED-Health Education
HS-Health Science
HIST-History
HEC-Home Economics
HORT-Horticulture
HUM-Humanities
IDS-Interdisciplinary Studies
INTR-Internship
ITAL-Italian
JAPN-Japanese
JOUR-Journalism
LDR-Leadership
LS-Learning Skills
LIB-Library Instruction
MS-Machine Shop
MT-Manufacturing Technology
MATH-Mathematics
MICR-Microbiology
MM-Multimedia
MUS-Music
NS-Nursing Science
PM-Paramedic
PHIL-Philosophy
PHOT-Photography
PE-Physical Education
PHSC-Physical Science
PHYS-Physics
PHSO-Physiology
POLS-Political Science
PSY-Psychology
READ-Reading
RE-Real Estate
REC-Recreation
SL-Sign Language
SOC-Sociology
SPAN-Spanish
SPCH-Speech
SS-Study Skills
SUP-Supervision
THA-Theatre Arts
WS-Water Science
WEL-Welding
WEXP-Work Experience
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CREDIT COURSES
ACT V05 - INTERNET EXPLORATION WITH ACT - 1.5 Units
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
An introduction to the Internet for students with disabilities. This
course will enable students of all disabilities to interact independently
on the Internet utilizing assistive technology designed for their
disability. Students will learn about the components that make up the
Internet and relevant information which will allow them to search on
the Internet with the latest search engines.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
ACT V10 - ASSISTIVE COMPUTER SKILLS FOR
WRITING - 1.5 Units
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to teach students computer skills,
techniques, and assistive technology that will enable them to be
successful in mainstream English and writing courses. Specifically,
the course will review software that will accommodate students with
learning disabilities (such as Kurzweil 3000, Read and Write, Co-
Writer, Inspiration, and MS Word). Students will utilize and practice
skills in individualized weekly writing assignments that will focus on
developing better writing skills.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for
degree credit.
ACT V12 - ASSISTIVE COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY: SPELLING
SKILLS - .5-2 Units
Hours: 1-4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to teach students basic computer skills,
techniques and assistive computer technology that will enable them
to be successful in spelling and writing. Specifically, the course will
review software that will accommodate students with learning
disabilities as well as other barriers to accessing the computer.
Students will utilize and practice skills in individualized weekly
spelling tests and various writing assignments that will focus on
developing better language arts.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for
degree credit.
ACT V88 - ASSISTIVE COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly ACT
V89. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for
degree credit.
ASSISTIVE COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY
ACT V01- COMPUTER ACCESS EVALUATION - .5-2 Units
Hours: 1-4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to provide the student with an in-depth
evaluation of his/her ability to benefit from computer assistive
devices. Special focus is placed upon finding the most efficient
computer access system for each student. An oppor tunity to
understand and operate a variety of assistive devices is provided.
Likely par ticipants in this course would include: students with
mobility or visual impairments, acquired brain injuries or multiple
disabilities.
Formerly ACT 1. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
ACT V02 - ADAPTIVE KEYBOARDING - .5-2 Units
Hours: 1-4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to teach keyboarding basics to students
with disabilities who must use assistive technologies for successful
access to the keyboard or screen and/or are unable to compete
successfully in mainstream typing classes.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly ACT 2. Offered
on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
ACT V03A - COMPUTER ACCESS I - .5-2 Units
Hours: 1-4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Designed for students with visual, physical, or learning disabilities
or deafness, this course provides training in the use of computer
access technologies which enhance a disabled student’s ability to
access and use microcomputers. Training in the use of computer
access technologies will occur in the context of word processing,
and the course will familiarize students with basic concepts of word
processing used by the majority of industry-standard word processors,
e.g., WordStar, WordPerfect. A nonstandard word processor
may be more appropriate for some students.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly ACT 3A. Offered
on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
ACT V03B - COMPUTER ACCESS II - .5-2 Units
Hours: 1-4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Students will be trained in the more advanced concepts of the
High Tech Center hardware and software. Students will also enhance
their computer access skills through the completion of assignments
of projects.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly ACT 3B. Offered
on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
ACT V04 - SPECIAL PROJECTS IN ACT - 1 Unit
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
who wish to use ACT to pursue projects not included in the regular
ACT curriculum. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance
of an approved work plan.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for
degree credit.
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AGRICULTURE
AG V03 - PLANT BIOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is a study of the practical aspects of plant growth,
environmental relationships, physiology, structures, function,
reproduction, and evolution. Basic concepts of biology will be
illustrated utilizing the identification and study of important economic
crops. Independent study projects and field laboratories are required.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Ag 3. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN AG 8.
AG V04 - SOIL AND WATER SCIENCE - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course explores the scientific aspects of vegetative management
as related to understanding physical, chemical and biological
soil proper ties. Current water and irrigation topics including sources,
quality, distribution and management to be reviewed. Analysis of
plant nutrient needs and technical methods of evaluation and
application will be discussed.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Ag 4. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN AG 14.
AG V21 - INTRODUCTION TO PEST MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey and orientation for entry-level and for those employed in
the industry to current laws, regulations and licensing requirements
affecting individuals, businesses and agencies involved in pest
management programs. Emphasis on safety, environmental issues,
equipment use and preparation for state licensing and certification
examinations. Par ticipants to receive worker safety cer tification and
will qualify for state examinations. Continuing education credit will be
granted to licensed persons upon successful completion of course.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 21. Transfer credit: CSU.
AG V22 - INSECTS AND DISEASES OF PLANTS - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course includes the symptoms, identification and control of
common insects and diseases as applied to agricultural and
hor ticultural crops. Natural, cultural, mechanical and chemical
controls are studied; and management techniques toward prevention
of pest problems.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 22. Transfer credit: CSU.
AG V23 - WEED, VERTEBRATE AND NEMATODE
MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Students will learn to identify and develop management programs
for common, noxious and poisonous California weeds. This course
will review allergenic plants and various rodent, bird, and fish
population problems. Emphasis will be on life habits, environmental
concerns, damage, and control practices. Techniques for nematode
sampling, recognition, and regulation will be discussed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 23. Transfer credit: CSU.
AG V54 - CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course includes a consideration of the conservation issues of
the renewable and nonrenewable natural resources. Included in this
list are water, energy sources, air, soil, grasslands, forests, wildlife,
agriculture factors and certain minerals. Methods and techniques of
the subject are emphasized.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 54. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
AG V60A-Z - TOPICS IN AGRICULTURE - .5-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
These courses consider topics not covered in detail by other
agriculture offerings.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
AG V60A - GREENHOUSE INDUSTRY SKILLS I - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: AG V03, V04 and V22; BIOL V30; and
HORT V30, V32, V40 and V49
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the greenhouse/nursery industry with special
emphasis on hydroponics and greenhouse science. This course will
include basic facility design, economic efficiency measures,
decontamination methods, asexual cultivation, and instrument
function and validation. Required safety items include: lab coat,
gloves and ANZI Z87.1 safety glasses.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
AG V60B - GREENHOUSE INDUSTRY SKILLS II - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: AG V03, V04 and V22; BIOL V30; and
HORT V30, V32, V40 and V49
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the greenhouse/nursery industry with special
emphasis on hydroponics and greenhouse science. This course will
include hydroponic facility design, physical and chemical pest
control, contamination testing, specific instrument calibration, and
appropriate governmental regulation compliances measures.
Required safety items include: lab coat, gloves and ANZI Z87.1
safety glasses.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
AG V60C - GREENHOUSE INDUSTRY SKILLS III - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: AG V03, V04 and V22; BIOL V30; and
HORT V30, V32, V40 and V49
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the greenhouse/nursery industry with special
emphasis on hydroponics and greenhouse science. This course will
include meristem, tissue and seed cultivation, multi-test methods for
production cer tification, and specific instrument troubleshooting.
Required safety items include: lab coat, gloves and ANZI Z87.1
safety glasses.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
AG V60D - GREENHOUSE INDUSTRY SKILLS IV - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: AG V03, V04 and V22; BIOL V30; and
HORT V30, V32, V40 and V49
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the greenhouse/nursery industry with special
emphasis on hydroponics and greenhouse science. This course will
include good documentation practices as required by USDA, EPA,
and FDA regulations, basic methods of plant genetic crossing and
ag-bioengineering, and DNA and protein marker ID analysis as
applied to agriculture. Required safety items include: lab coat, gloves
and ANZI Z87.1 safety glasses.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
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AG V60E - GREENHOUSE INDUSTRY SKILLS V - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: AG V03, V04 and V22; BIOL V30; and
HORT V30, V32, V40 and V49
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the greenhouse/nursery industry with special
emphasis on hydroponics and greenhouse science. This course will
include basic hydroponic control system design, nutrient feed and
waste control systems, reference source analysis, proficiency
access, waste water testing as required by governmental agencies,
and appropriate instrument function and validation. Required safety
items include: lab coat, gloves and ANZI Z87.1 safety glasses.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
AG V60F - GREENHOUSE INDUSTRY SKILLS VI - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: AG V03, V04 and V22; BIOL V30; and
HORT V30, V32, V40 and V49
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the greenhouse/nursery industry with special
emphasis on hydroponics and greenhouse science. This course will
include basic lab preparatory facility design, sterile tissue culture
media preparation, aseptic plant tissue culture, and DNA and protein
ID marker analysis as appropriate for industry standards. Required
safety items include: lab coat, gloves and ANZI Z87.1 safety glasses.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
AG V60G - GREENHOUSE INDUSTRY SKILLS VII - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: AG V03, V04 and V22; BIOL V30; and
HORT V30, V32, V40 and V49
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the greenhouse/nursery industry with special
emphasis on hydroponics and greenhouse science. This course will
include basic facility design, economic efficiency measures as
evidenced in field studies, observations of industry-utilized decontamination
methods, industry examples of asexual cultivation,
instrument function and validation as performed in local hydroponicbased
industries. Required safety items include: lab coat, gloves and
ANZI Z87.1 safety glasses.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
AG V60H - GREENHOUSE INDUSTRY SKILLS VIII - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: AG V03, V04 and V22; BIOL V30; and
HORT V30, V32, V40 and V49
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the greenhouse/nursery industry with special
emphasis on hydroponics and greenhouse science. This course will
teach the ability to solve problems using single variable analysis,
calibrate different instruments to industry specifications, identify
appropriate governmental regulations for specific situations, and
perform appropriate DNA and protein ID analysis. Required safety
items include: lab coat, gloves and ANZI Z87.1 safety glasses.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
AG V88 - AGRICULTURE WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula.
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly AG V89.
AG V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN AGRICULTURE - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Ag 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
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AMERICAN ETHNIC STUDIES
AES V01 - INDIANS OF NORTH AMERICA - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ANTH V02
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of traditional and contemporary native culture of Nor th
America. Emphasis will be placed on the anthropological concepts
and theories which facilitate an understanding of the rich diversity of
American Indian life, including economics, social organization,
politics, supernaturalistic beliefs, a variety of current issues and
other topics.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 1. Same as ANTH V04.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V02A - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON NATIVE
AMERICANS I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents a survey and analysis of the history of the
United States from the colonial era through 1865 with special
emphasis on Native American Indian peoples. Issues related to the
interaction of indigenous American peoples with Europeans in the
early modern to modern eras, their technologies and worldviews,
involving conquest, colonization, resistance, cultural change,
revitalization, and persistence are central to this history.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 2A. Same as HIST
V05A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V02B - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON NATIVE
AMERICANS II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents a survey and analysis of United States
history from 1865 to the present with special emphasis on Native
American Indian peoples. The course presents an analysis of Indian
social, economic, political and religious culture and the impact of the
interaction with European Americans relative to cultural change,
resistance, cultural revitalization, and persistence.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 2B. Same as HIST
V05B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V10 - INTRODUCTION TO AFRICAN AND PRECOLUMBIAN
ART - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of the sculpture, architecture, painting and related visual
ar ts of Africa and Pre-Columbian America. Emphasis will be placed
on the relationship between the ar t and the sociological, religious,
historical and philosophical aspects of the various cultures involved.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 10. Same as ART V03.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V11 - RACIAL AND ETHNIC GROUP RELATIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course analyzes the patterns of prejudice and discrimination
in the United States including their nature, sources, and consequences,
and reviews strategies for their reduction. Majority/minority
relations among the major social and cultural groups will be given
specific examination.
Formerly AES 11. Same as SOC V03. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V12 - HISTORY OF JAZZ - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of jazz history, from both a musical and cultural
perspective from its roots in ragtime, blues, and American popular
music, to the diverse styles of today. The focus will be on important
individuals, groups, styles, and influences, as well as the impact of
American society and world culture. Guest artists and lecturers, and
analysis of recordings may be included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 12. Same as MUS V07.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V15 - FOLK DANCE: ETHNIC DANCES OF THE
WORLD - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Introduction to the study and per formance of ethnic dance. A
study of ethnic dance forms, music and clothing, as well as the
cultural and historical context of the dances. Emphasis is on
representative ethnic dances from Latin America, Asia, Europe,
Africa, the Middle East, Nor th America, and other areas. The course
is designed to help students seeking careers and further study in
dance and related fields.
AES V15/DANC V26 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 4 times. Formerly AES 15. Same as DANC V26. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V20 - INTRODUCTION TO CHICANO STUDIES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the Mexican
American/Chicano heritage with emphasis on the contemporary
experience in the United States. The survey will include an analysis
of the economic, political, social, and intellectual elements of the
culture of the Mexican American/Chicano community, and a study of
the changing relationship of the community to the general society of
the United States.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 20. Same as CHST V01.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V21A - THE HERITAGE OF MEXICO I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents major historical developments and personalities
which have shaped the Mexican nation from the Pre-Columbian
era to independence. Emphasis is placed on understanding the
culture and customs of the Mexican people as seen throughout their
history.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 21A. Same as HIST
V10A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V21B - THE HERITAGE OF MEXICO II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents major historical developments and personalities
which have shaped the Mexican nation from the independence to
the present time. Emphasis is placed on understanding the culture
and customs of the Mexican people as seen throughout their history
plus impor tant events in the relationship between Mexico and the
United States. A por tion of the course will address the role of the
Mexican and the Mexican American in the United States.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 21B. Same as HIST
V10B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
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AES V22 - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON
CHICANOS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys the history of the United States from the
Independence to the present. Emphasis will be placed on the
par ticipation and contributions made by Chicanos to the development
of American society with a focus on the major historical forces,
events, and trends in American history that have impacted and
shaped the cultural, social, economic, political and intellectual
heritage of Mexican Americans/Chicanos in the United States.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 22. Same as HIST V12.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V23 - CHICANO STUDIES ISSUES - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: AES V20 or CHST V01
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will assess the similarities and differences of multiple
cultures which have contributed to the Chicano experience. The
examinations of Chicano studies will include historical perspectives
and social science research principles and practices to analyze the
impact of economic, political, cultural, social, and institutional
factors which have shaped the Mexican/Chicano experience in the
Southwest.
Same as CHST V02. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
AES V24 - SOCIOLOGY OF THE CHICANO
COMMUNITY - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: AES V20 or CHST V01 or SOC V01
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will examine various theoretical perspectives from a
sociological framework in relation to the Chicano community. Race,
class, gender, and culture in the historical development of Chicano
people will be explored as we discuss culture, ethnic identity, the
institutions of education, economics, family and government. This
will include an overview of past and current social movements (i.e.
the Chicano, Chicana Feminism, labor movements and other topics).
The course will analyze prevailing myths and stereotypes and
investigate the ways Chicanos have contributed and participated in
social and political change. Also, specific instances of Chicano
structural resistance to Anglo encroachment and domination will be
discussed. Par ticular attention will also be given to language
development among Chicanos and the historical role of youth.
Field trips may be required. Same as CHST V24 & SOC V24.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V30 - READING MULTICULTURAL
LITERATURE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V33 or READ V03 or appropriate
skills as measured by the college assessment process
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a survey of multicultural literature which focuses on
reading, understanding and writing about the genres of poetry, shor t
fiction and drama. The course is designed to help students improve
their understanding of the elements of each of the genres and the
social and historical and cultural contexts which contribute to the
works. Students will learn to read, summarize and analyze literary
works from a variety of cultural groups. They will also learn to do
literary research.
Same as ENGL V02B & READ V02B.
AES V31 - HISPANIC LITERATURE IN
TRANSLATION - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to introduce the student to important
novels, short stories, drama, poetry and essays from Latin America
translated into English. Special emphasis will be given to contemporary
authors. Discussion will concentrate on developing an understanding
and appreciation for the essential qualities of the selected
authors and their literary work; the literary trends and stylistic
tendencies reflected in their work; and the manner and extent to
which their literary work reflects the Latin American ethos.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 31. Same as SPAN V20.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V40A - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON AFRICAN
AMERICANS I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will explore the history of the United States from the
colonial period through 1865 with emphasis on the role of African
Americans. Starting in colonial America, the course will analyze the
Virginia settlement and the House of Burgesses (representative
democracy) in 1618 and the importation of slaves in 1619. The
plight of European indentured servants in North American colonies
will be contrasted with bonded slaves from Africa. Special emphasis
will be placed upon contributions, institutions, trends, concepts,
movements and problems relevant to African Americans. A balanced
focus will be placed on social, political, economic and intellectual
considerations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 40A. Same as HIST
V03A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V40B - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON AFRICAN
AMERICANS II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will explore the history of the United States from 1865
to the present with emphasis on the role of African Americans.
Beginning with Reconstruction at the end of the Civil War to the
presidential plans for Reconstruction, futile opposition of southern
Democrats to radical Republican reconstruction plans and the plight
of the newly freed slaves is to be analyzed. Analysis of amendments,
and other American history topics such as industrialization, Jim Crow
laws, Populist party, Spanish American wars and all other American
wars will be discussed in relation to African Americans and their
involvement and contributions. Special emphasis will be placed upon
contributions, institutions, trends, concepts, movements and
problems relevant to African Americans. A balanced focus will be
placed on social, political, economic and intellectual considerations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 40B. Same as HIST
V03B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V41 - CONTEMPORARY AFRICAN AMERICAN
EXPERIENCE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a historically oriented study of the African American
experience since World War II. Emphasis will be placed on the
environmental context of the emergence of strident African American
activities, and the philosophical assumptions, the rhetoric and the
substance of the civil rights movement and Black power revolt.
Relevant personalities, organizations, and cultural expressions will be
studied in relation to one another, and in relation to existing national
political, economic, social, and intellectual institutional structures.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 41. Same as HIST V13.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
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AES V42A - AFRICAN HISTORY TO 1800 - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a study of African history and will cover the ancient
Egyptians as well as Sub-Saharan Africa and its climate, geography,
culture and history. Beginning with civilizations along the Nile, the
reign of Kushitic pharaohs and other ruling dynasties, this course will
cover the rise and fall of great kingdoms in West Africa, the Atlantic
slave trade and religion in western and central Sudan, and end
around 1800.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 42A. Same as HIST
V14A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V42B - AFRICAN HISTORY SINCE 1800 - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a study of the Africans since 1800. It star ts with
Europeans' enlightenment and humanitarian efforts and covers
racism and stereotypes, European colonization in Africa, Nationalistic
and Messianic movements, Negritude, the African woman, independence,
Afrikanners in South Africa, and the meaning of freedom. The
course ends with the problems of modernization in present day
Africa.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 42B. Same as HIST
V14B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V61 - INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORY OF
EAST ASIA - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will present a historical survey of the countries and
cultures of East Asia with a principal focus on China and Japan. An
emphasis will be placed on the impact of traditional Chinese and
Japanese antiquity on the present, the impact of the culture and
heritage of each nation on the other, and the impact of the West on
both major nations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 61. Same as HIST V15.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V62 - INTRODUCTION TO ASIAN AMERICAN
STUDIES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the Asian
American experience. Emphasis will be placed on Americans of
Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Southeast-Asian and South-Asian
ancestry. The course will focus on Asian American experiences with
respect to the histories of immigration, cultural diversity and
adaptation to life in the United States.
Formerly AES 62. Same as AAS V01. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V63 - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON ASIAN
AMERICANS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will survey the historical experience of the United
States from Independence to the present. Emphasis will be placed on
the participation and contributions made by Asian Americans to the
social, political, and economic development of American society with
a focus on Americans of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Southeast
Asian ancestry. The course will examine the major historical forces
and trends in American history that have impacted and shaped the
social, economic, cultural, political and intellectual heritage of the
Asian American in the United States.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 63. Same as HIST V17.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
AES V65 - INTRODUCTION TO ASIAN ART - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of aesthetic developments such as sculpture, architecture,
painting and crafts in Asiatic cultures. Emphasis will be placed
on the ar ts of three major cultural areas - India, China and Japanbased
on their historical, cultural and philosophical backgrounds.
Field trips may be required. Formerly AES 65. Same as ART V08.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
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ANATOMY
ANAT V01 - GENERAL HUMAN ANATOMY - 4 Units
Prerequisite: BIOL V01-V01L or BIOL V03
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course is a survey of the gross anatomy and histology of the
major human organ systems including the skeletal and muscle
system, the digestive, circulatory, respiratory, excretory, endocrine
and reproductive systems. Laboratory work includes dissection of a
pig and selected mammalian organs. A human cadaver is used for
demonstration of musculature and digestive, respiratory, circulatory,
and urogenital systems.
Formerly Anat 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor. CAN BIOL 10 or CAN BIOL SEQ B [with PHSO V01].
ANAT V01S - GENERAL HUMAN ANATOMY
STUDY SESSION - .5-1 Unit
Corequisite: ANAT V01
Hours: .5-1 lecture weekly
This course will give students oppor tunities to discuss and ask
questions about material covered in the lecture and laboratory.
Review of tests will occur and methods of taking notes and studying
will be considered. The course will enable students to better
comprehend course material and thus improve performance in the
course.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree
credit.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 88 - Credit Courses
ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY
ANPH V01 - INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY - 5 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V10-V10L or CHEM V20-V20L or 1 year of high
school chemistry with grades of C or better
Recommended preparation: BIOL V01-V01L
Hours: 3 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course offers a survey of the structural and functional
relationships which exist between organs and tissues within the
human body. The human body will be approached from a gross
anatomical perspective in the lab using models, human organs,
histology slides and cadaver observations and from the physiological
perspective in lecture discussions and exercises. Cellular structure
and physiology, histology and fundamentals of molecular biology will
be used to describe the mechanisms by which homeostatic balance
is maintained in the body as a whole.
Formerly AnPh 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor.
ANPH V01S - ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
STUDY SESSION - 1 Unit
Corequisite: ANPH V01
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course will give students oppor tunities to discuss and ask
questions about material covered in the lecture and laboratory.
Review of tests will occur and methods of taking notes and studying
will be considered. The course will enable students to better
comprehend course material and thus improve performance in the
course.
Formerly AnPh 1S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
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ANTHROPOLOGY
ANTH V01 - PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Human biological evolution; evolutionary theory and basic genetic
concepts; survey of non-human primates with emphasis on models
for understanding human evolution; the fossil evidence for primate/
human evolution; emergence of culture and language; origins and
significance of human physical diversity.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Anthro 1. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ANTH 2.
ANTH V01L - PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: ANTH V01 or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
The laboratory provides experiences in applying the principles and
techniques of physical anthropology. Topics include: Scientific
Method, Mendelian and molecular genetics, population genetics,
variation in contemporary human populations, forensics, comparative
vertebrate anatomy, human osteology, primatology, and comparative
human fossil morphology.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ANTH V02 - CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Introduction into the comparative study of cultural systems.
Emphasis will be on the research methods, concepts and theories
which apply to an understanding of the worldwide diversity of human
behavior in all major aspects of culture, including economics, social
organization, politics, supernaturalistic beliefs and other topics.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Anthro 2. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ANTH 4.
ANTH V03 - ARCHAEOLOGY AND WORLD
PREHISTORY - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ANTH V01 or ANTH V02
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An introduction to the history, goals, and methods of anthropological
archaeology, coupled with a worldwide survey of human culture
history. Emphasis will be on methods of interpreting and dating the
past, the origins of hominids and culture, the development of modern
Homo sapiens, the origins of agriculture, and the rise of complex
states.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Anthro 3. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ANTH 6.
ANTH V04 - INDIANS OF NORTH AMERICA - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ANTH V02
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of traditional and contemporary native cultures of Nor th
America. Emphasis will be placed on the anthropological concepts
and theories which facilitate an understanding of the rich diversity of
American Indian life, including economics, social organization,
politics, supernaturalistic beliefs, a variety of current issues and
other topics.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Anthro 4. Same as AES V01.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
ANTH V06 - ANTHROPOLOGY OF WOMEN - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ANTH V01 and ANTH V02
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An exploration of women’s roles, accomplishments and stereotypes,
past and present, as these are affected by different types of
cultures, simple and complex, including examples from all continents.
Information and issues concerning American women are
discussed in cross-cultural perspective.
Formerly Anthro 6. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ANTH V07 - MAGIC, RELIGION AND CULTURE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ANTH V02
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Beliefs about the supernatural are found in all known societies.
This course surveys some of the religious systems found in cultures
around the world, past and present, familiar and exotic. Beliefs and
practices related to magic, witchcraft, and divination are given
par ticular attention, as are those related to shamanism, supernatural
beings, rituals and reform movements. Anthropological theories of
the origins and functions of supernaturalistic beliefs are also
examined.
Formerly Anthro 7. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ANTH V60A-Z - TOPICS IN ANTHROPOLOGY - 1-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
A course considering select topics in anthropology which are not
covered in detail in the general anthropology course offerings.
Examples of topics to be offered from time to time include: myths
and rituals, women in other cultures, peasant societies, technology
and culture.
Formerly Anthro 60A-Z. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
ANTH V88 - ANTHROPOLOGY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
ANTH V89 - WORKSHOPS IN ANTHROPOLOGY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Anthro
89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
ANTH V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
ANTHROPOLOGY - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Anthro 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 90 - Credit Courses
ARCHITECTURE
ARCH V10 - INTRODUCTION TO ARCHITECTURAL
DESIGN - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course includes the study of design that addresses concepts
of order, site analysis, scale, structure, rhythm, detail and culture.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Arch 10. Transfer credit: CSU.
ARCH V11 - BLUEPRINT READING: ARCHITECTURAL/
CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides experience in construction blueprint reading
and plan review. Experiences will include the study of lines,
symbols, notations and dimensions used on architectural drawings.
Code interpretation and design compliance will be stressed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Arch 11. Same as CT V20 &
DRFT V02B. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ARCH V21 - ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS I - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V03 or 1 year of drafting
experience
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is the study and practice of basic techniques used for
graphic communication. Techniques will include orthographic and
isometric projection, mechanical perspective, shades and shadows.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Arch 21. Transfer credit: CSU.
ARCH V22 - ARCHITECTURAL GRAPHICS II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ARCH V21
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course includes further development of freehand and
mechanical graphic communication skills for representation of
conceptual ideas, analysis and design concepts.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Arch 22. Transfer credit: CSU.
ARCH V23 - INTRODUCTION TO AUTOCAD - 2 Units
Prerequisite: DRFT V03 or 1 year of drafting experience
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to the use of AutoCAD including
commands, editing, printing and plotting with emphasis on twodimensional,
and introduction to three-dimensional drawings.
Overview of related industry trends, practices, and employer
expectations will be addressed.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. ARCH V23/
DRFT V05A may be taken in any combination for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Arch 23. Same as DRFT V05A. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
ARCH V24 - ADVANCED OPERATIONS OF
AUTOCAD - 2 Units
Prerequisite: ARCH V23 or DRFT V05A
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course emphasizes AutoCAD instruction including threedimensional
drafting, customization of AutoCAD, introduction to
architectural computer assisted drafting (CAD).
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Arch 24. Transfer credit: CSU.
ARCH V31 - ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICE I - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V03 or 1 year of drafting experience
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to train students in preparing architectural
construction drawings. Drawings include site plan, foundation plan,
floor plan, elevation and detail drawings. Emphasis is on wood
frame construction. Design principles are discussed.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Arch 31. Transfer credit: CSU.
ARCH V32 - ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICE II - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V03 or 1 year of drafting experience
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to train students in preparing construction
drawings for wood, masonry, concrete and steel construction.
Design principles are discussed.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Arch 32. Transfer credit: CSU.
ARCH V33 - COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN
ARCHITECTURE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ARCH V31; and ARCH V23 or
DRFT V05A
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is an integration of previously acquired knowledge
through the assignment of architectural projects. Students may select
individual projects focusing on graphic techniques, design or
construction drawings. All work is performed using computer
assisted drafting.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 3 times. Formerly Arch 33. Transfer credit: CSU.
ARCH V40 - ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN I - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V03 or 1 year of drafting experience
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course includes theories, principles, methods and means
pertaining to the creation of architectural form, space and organizations,
and the incorporation of function and light as issues that shape
the built environment and suppor t the communication of intended
concepts and meanings.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Arch 40. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ARCH V41 - ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ARCH V40
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course includes theories, principles, methods and means
pertaining to the incorporation of context, structure and climate as
issues that shape the built environment and suppor t the communication
of intended concepts and meanings.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Arch 41. Transfer credit: CSU.
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ARCH V59 - UNIFORM BUILDING CODE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a fundamental course acquainting the student with all
aspects of the Uniform Building Code and other applicable construction
safety codes, including how codes are written, enforced, their
purpose, legal status and their application in wood frame construction.
Field trips may be required. ARCH V59/CT V59 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly Arch 59. Same
as CT V59. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ARCH V60 - SIMPLIFIED ENGINEERING FOR BUILDING
CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a fundamental course designed to give the student an
acquaintance and overview of basic engineering principles and
provide a beginning understanding of their application in wood frame
construction.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Arch 60. Same as CT V60.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ARCH V64 - BUILDING CONSTRUCTION: MATERIALS AND
METHODS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to residential and light commercial
building construction, including materials, foundations, framing, roof
and stair cutting, drywall, finish work and building codes. This
course is intended to serve as an overview of the construction
process.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Arch 64. Same as CT V64.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ARCH V67 - BUILDING ACCESSIBILITY
REGULATIONS - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is a study of California and federal regulations that
cover building accessibility for disabled persons. Both public and
private buildings will be studied as well as parking, exterior routes of
travel, entrances, exits and other accommodations. This course is
intended for building designers as well as contractors and inspectors.
This course will also help prepare students for industry
cer tification.
Field trips may be required. ARCH V67/CT V67 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Arch 67. Same
as CT V67.
ARCH V75 - INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING
AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to residential and light commercial
electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilation
systems. Subjects to be studied will include vocabulary, equipment,
materials, construction methods and basic inspection requirements.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Arch 75. Same as CT V75.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ARCH V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
ARCHITECTURE - .5-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units.
ARCH V95 - ARCHITECTURE INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This architecture internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an oppor tunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work
experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ARCH V96 - ARCHITECTURE INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This architecture internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work
experience/internship courses. Offered on credit/no credit basis only.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 92 - Credit Courses
ART
ART V01 - ART APPRECIATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a survey course intended to develop in the student an
understanding of the visual ar ts, and to acquaint the student with the
major periods and styles of ar t.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Art 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
ART V02A - INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORY OF
WESTERN ART I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a survey of the history of western ar t from
Prehistoric times through the Gothic period. The course includes
discussions of the development of styles, techniques of producing
ar t, major figures in ar t history, and the relationship of ar t and
society.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Art 2A. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN ART 2 or CAN ART SEQ A [with ART V02B].
ART V02B - INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORY OF
WESTERN ART II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a survey of the history of western ar t from the
Renaissance to Modern times. The course includes discussions of
the development of styles, techniques of producing art, major figures
in ar t history, and the relationship of ar t and society.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 2B. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN ART 4 or CAN ART SEQ A [with ART V02A].
ART V03 - INTRODUCTION TO AFRICAN AND PRECOLUMBIAN
ART - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of the sculpture, architecture, painting and related visual
ar ts of Africa and Pre-Columbian America. Emphasis will be placed
on the relationship between the ar t and the sociological, religious,
historical and philosophical aspects of the various cultures involved.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Art 3. Same as AES V10.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V04 - INTRODUCTION TO RENAISSANCE ART - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of the ar t and architecture in Italy, Flanders, Germany,
and Spain from 1400-1600.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Art 4. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
ART V05 - INTRODUCTION TO AMERICAN ART - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A study of the history of American painting, sculpture, architecture,
and decorative ar ts from colonial times to the present.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Art 5. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
ART V06 - INTRODUCTION TO MODERN ART - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A study of painting, sculpture, architecture and allied ar ts of the
19th and 20th centuries. The major ar t movements of Europe and the
U.S. will be discussed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Art 6. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
ART V07 - INTRODUCTION TO WOMEN IN
THE ARTS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of the visual ar ts produced by women from ancient times
to the present. The emphasis is on exposure and appreciation as well
as on stylistic analysis of the works.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 7. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
ART V08 - INTRODUCTION TO ASIAN ART - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of aesthetic developments such as sculpture, architecture,
painting and crafts in Asiatic cultures. Emphasis will be placed
on the arts of three major cultural areas—India, China and Japan—
based on their historical, cultural and philosophical backgrounds.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 8. Same as AES V65.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V10 - GALLERY TECHNOLOGY AND
MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ART V01 or V02A or V02B or V03 or V04
or V05 or V06 or V07 or V08 or V14A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides instruction in all aspects of fine ar ts gallery
management and operation. Emphasis will be placed on critical
evaluation and selection of individual works of ar t, on criteria
employed in evaluating portfolio presentation, and on gallery
presentations and the evaluation of exhibits. The two college ar t
galleries will serve as laboratories where students will perform
practical applications of the course content.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Art 10. Transfer
credit: CSU.
ART V11A - COLOR AND DESIGN: TWO-DIMENSIONAL
DESIGN - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Theories and applications of two-dimensional composition in the
visual ar ts using the elements of line, shape, texture, value and
color. A basic course providing a background in design theory and
applications including the elements and the principles of design.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
11A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ART 14.
ART V11B - COLOR AND DESIGN: COLOR THEORY AND
PRACTICE - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V11A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Study and use of color as one element of art and design. Special
emphasis is placed on the study of color theory and its practical
applications.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
11B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ART 22.
ART V12A - DRAWING AND COMPOSITION I - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Basic drawing experience stressing graphic representation of
objects through a variety of media and techniques; particular
emphasis upon the fundamental means of pictorial composition.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
12A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ART 8.
ART V12B - DRAWING AND COMPOSITION II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate drawing experience stressing representation of
visual forms through a variety of media and techniques. Par ticular
emphasis will be given to structure and pictorial composition.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
12B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
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ART V13A - LIFE DRAWING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Basic instruction in drawing the human figure from the live model.
Theory and practice in the uses of linear and tonal form. Exercises in
structure, propor tion, foreshortening, and composition.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 13A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ART 24.
ART V13B - LIFE DRAWING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V13A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Intermediate instruction in drawing the human figure from the live
model. Theory and practice in the uses of linear and tonal form.
Exercises in structure, proportion, foreshortening, and composition
with introduction to exaggeration and alteration of form.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 13B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V13C - LIFE DRAWING III - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V13B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Intermediate instruction in drawing the human figure from the live
model. Theory and practice in the uses of linear and tonal form.
Exercises in structure, proportion, foreshortening, and composition
with introduction to exaggeration and alteration of form with
emphasis on compositional arrangement and exploration of complex
media.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 13C. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V14A - EXPLORING VISUAL ARTS I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of the visual ar t field including career oppor tunities in
both fine and commercial fields. Presentation of methods, materials
and techniques; utilizing group discussions, guest lecturers, exhibits,
and demonstrations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 14A. Transfer credit:
CSU.
ART V14B - EXPLORING VISUAL ARTS II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V14A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Additional experience in and exposure to the visual ar t field
including career opportunities in both fine and commercial fields.
Presentation of methods, materials and techniques; utilizing group
discussions, guest lecturers, exhibits and demonstrations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 14B. Transfer credit:
CSU.
ART V14C - EXPLORING VISUAL ARTS III - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V14B
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Continued research relating to the visual ar t field including career
opportunities in both fine and commercial fields. Presentation of
methods, materials and techniques; utilizing group discussions,
guest lecturers, exhibits and demonstrations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 14C. Transfer credit:
CSU.
ART V15A - LIFE PAINTING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V13A
Recommended preparation: ART V13B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Basic instruction in painting from nude and clothed models with
emphasis on representing forms in space, structure, gesture, color,
tonal variations and composition. Painting techniques, pictorial
organization and individual expression will be addressed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 15A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V15B - LIFE PAINTING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V15A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Intermediate painting instruction using painting medium of choice
with nude and clothed models as subjects with emphasis on complex
forms in space, structure, gesture, color, tonal variations and
composition. Emphasis will be on developing greater ability to paint
complex figure studies.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 15B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V15C - LIFE PAINTING III - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V15B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Students will continue to develop facility in painting skills as well
as interpretive skills using nude and clothed models as subjects in a
variety of settings. Complex organization of forms in space,
accuracy in structure of figures, quick grasp of motions and
gestures, complex color and tonal variations in paints will be
addressed. Individual expression in painting techniques of various
mediums of choice will be developed. Paintings will be critiqued for
content and concept.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 15C. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V16A - BEGINNING OIL PAINTING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V11A or ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A beginning course pertaining to the nature of structural and
expressive values in contemporary painting; practice in the building
of form, control of pictorial order, and the use of color and light;
emphasis on technical competence and experience in varied painting
concepts.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
16A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ART 10.
ART V16B - BEGINNING OIL PAINTING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V16A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A beginning course pertaining to a fur ther development of the
nature of structural and expressive concepts in contemporary
painting. Additional practice in the building of form, control of
pictorial order and exploration of other uses of color and light;
emphasis on technical competence; experimentation with traditional
and newer painting materials.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
16B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
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ART V17 - CREATING THE FASHION IMAGE: FASHION
PROMOTION - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V11A
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Fashion promotion is explored through newspapers, trade
publications, magazines, radio and television advertisements.
Students will receive laboratory experience in advertising, visual
display and fashion show production.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 17. Same as FDM V17.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V18A - FIGURE ILLUSTRATION I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides basic instruction in drawing from clothed
models. Emphasis is placed on analysis of the contemporary figure
for style, clothing detail and implied movement with emphasis on
elegance, poise and mood. Attention is given to wash drawing and
dry media in achromatic and monochromatic color schemes. Live
models will be used.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Art 18A. Same as FDM
V18A. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V18B - FIGURE ILLUSTRATION II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V18A or FDM V18A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Intermediate instruction in drawing from clothed models. Analysis
of the contemporary figure for style, clothing detail and implied
movement with emphasis on elegance, poise and mood. Attention is
given to wash drawing and dry media in color. Live models will be
used.
Field trips may be required. ART V18B /FDM V18B may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Art 18B. Same
as FDM V18B. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see
counselor.
ART V19 - THREE-DIMENSIONAL DESIGN - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is a foundation course reviewing the theories and applications
of three-dimensional form in the visual ar ts using the elements
of line, plane, mass and volume. Specific emphasis is given to
exploration of materials and use of tools.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 19.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ART 16.
ART V20A - INTERMEDIATE OIL PAINTING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V16B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate course pertaining to a more personal exploration
of the scope of contemporary painting; more practice in constructing
and composing individual pictorial statements; more emphasis will
be placed on the uses of light and color. Additional emphasis on
symbolism, aesthetics, and technical achievements.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
20A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V20B - INTERMEDIATE OIL PAINTING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V20A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate course emphasizing a developed and knowledgeable
personal exploration of the scope of contemporary painting.
Additional research into the history of painting. Encourage more
experimentation with traditional and contemporary painting materials
and develop a more sophisticated and polished imagery.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
20B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V21 - MURAL PAINTING: HISTORY AND
PRACTICE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ART V11A and ART V15A and ART V16A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This studio course provides an artistic and socialized overview of
murals—historical and contemporary. Primary course focus will be
on the protected application of color and design principles, and
drawing and painting skills required for production of a successful
mural from conception to execution. Students will collaborate on the
design and production of a mural as a course project.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Art 21. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V23A - TEXTILE SURFACE DESIGN I - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An introduction to surface design techniques on fabrics, including
batik, discharge dye, bound resist, screen printing, and block
printing. Historical and cultural background will be surveyed as well
as contemporary expressions. Emphasis will be on the understanding
of fiber and dye chemistry.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
23A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V23B - TEXTILE SURFACE DESIGN II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V23A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate surface design course that will allow the student
to explore techniques of special interest in depth as well as develop
proficiency with dyes and screen process.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
23B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V25A - BEGINNING SCULPTURE I - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A studio course in the fundamentals of sculpture techniques.
Special emphasis on wood carving, clay construction, and stone
conceptual construction. Live models will be used.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
25A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ART 12.
ART V25B - BEGINNING SCULPTURE II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V25A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A studio course in the fundamentals of sculpture techniques.
Special emphasis on clay modeling, stone carving, and plaster
buildup techniques. Live models will be used.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
25B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V26A - INTERMEDIATE SCULPTURE I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V25B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A studio course in the fundamentals of sculpture techniques.
Special emphasis on wood carving, clay construction, and stone
conceptual construction. Live models will be used.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
26A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V26B - INTERMEDIATE SCULPTURE II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V26A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A studio course in the fundamentals of sculpture techniques.
Special emphasis on stone carving, with human form as subject
matter, wood construction and direct wax methods. Live models will
be used.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
26B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
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ART V27 - METAL ART SCULPTURE - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V19 and WEL V01
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to metal ar t sculpture utilizing
practical theory and application of materials, welding techniques and
processes. It includes designing metal cutting, forming techniques
and texturing.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. ART V27/WEL
V27 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of 2 times.
Same as WEL V27.
ART V28A - GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V11A and ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is an introductory course that employs the vocabulary of fine
ar t (line, shape, value, perspective, color, relationships, compositional
elements of contrast, scale, balance and unity). Students will
learn beginning typography and visual layout to interpret and express
complex concepts using handskills as well as digital media for
commercial graphic communication applications (such as print,
Internet, and TV).
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 28A. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V28B - GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V28A
Recommended preparation: ART V29A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is an intermediate course that employs the vocabulary of fine
ar t to teach intermediate typography and visual layout in order to
interpret and express complex concepts using handskills as well as
digital media for commercial graphic communication applications
(such as print, Internet, and TV).
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 28B. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V28C - GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS III - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V28B
Recommended preparation: ART V29A and ART V72
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is an advanced course that employs the vocabulary of fine ar t
to teach intermediate typography and visual layout in order to
interpret and express complex concepts using handskills as well as
digital media for commercial graphic communication applications
(such as print, Internet, and TV).
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Art 28C. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see
counselor.
ART V29A - COMMERCIAL ILLUSTRATION AND
LAYOUT I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V11A and ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Introduction to basic layout, design and rendering techniques
applicable to Web design, fashion, animation, and car tooning. The
course will focus on how to put ideas to paper for real world
presentation, with emphasis on perspective theory and research
technique. Students will work on a variety of projects to develop a
graphic communication portfolio. Media will include pencil, pen, felt
marker, pastels and computer.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
29A. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V29B - COMMERCIAL ILLUSTRATION AND
LAYOUT II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V29A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Intermediate layout, design and rendering techniques applicable to
Web design, fashion, animation, and cartooning. The course will
focus on how to put ideas to paper for real world presentation, with
emphasis on achromatic/monochromatic marker indication and
traditional illustration for use in print and digital media. Student will
work on variety of projects to develop a graphic communication
por tfolio. Media will include pencil, pen, felt marker, pastels and
computer.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
29B. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V29C - COMMERCIAL ILLUSTRATION AND
LAYOUT III - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V29B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Intermediate layout, design and rendering techniques applicable to
Web design, fashion, animation, and cartooning. The course will
focus on how to put ideas to paper for real world presentation, with
emphasis on full-color marker indication and traditional illustration
for use in print and digital media. Students will work on a variety of
projects to develop a graphic communication por tfolio. Media will
include pencil, pen, felt marker, pastels and computer.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
29C. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V31A - HEAD DRAWING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Basic instruction in drawing the human head. Emphasis placed on
anatomical structure, physical likenesses, proportion, use of light,
shadow, and tonality. Live models will be used.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 31A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V31B - HEAD DRAWING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V31A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Fur ther instruction in drawing the human head with emphasis
placed on anatomical structure of features of head, light shadow
patterns, tonality and composition. Live models will be used.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 31B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V32A - INK TECHNIQUES I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate drawing experience emphasizing various
techniques in ink media such as flexible nib pen, stylus pen, ink and
wash, and dry brush. Expressions and images are taken from various
drawing and illustration approaches.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 32A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V32B - INK TECHNIQUES II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V32A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate drawing course to further develop expertise in
various ink techniques, continued use of flexible nib, stylus nib, reed
pen, brush and dry brush. Introduction of ink wash in color and semi
brush techniques. Expressions and images are taken from various
drawing and illustration approaches.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 32B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
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ART V33A - INTERMEDIATE HEAD DRAWING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V31B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate course in the further study of head drawing.
Continued emphasis on proportions and structure of the individual
features of the human head. Compositional aspects of portrait
drawing are stressed. Live models will be used.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Art 33A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V33B - INTERMEDIATE HEAD DRAWING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V33A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate course in head drawing which continues the study
of the structure of the human head. Emphasis is placed on lightshadow
patterns, flat as opposed to three-dimensional shapes, the
compositional and design aspects of portrait drawing. Color can be
introduced with pastel chalks. Live models will be used.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 33B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V34A - TWO-DIMENSIONAL MIXED MEDIA I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Basic instruction to mixed media in two-dimensional image
making. Analysis and studio practice with emphasis on exploration
and development of various drawing media and mixed media with ink,
gouache, acrylics, pastels, collages, etc., on a two-dimensional
surface. Student skill development and material handling will be
emphasized.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
34A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V34B - TWO-DIMENSIONAL MIXED MEDIA II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V34A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Intermediate instruction in mixed media in two-dimensional
representation. Analysis and intensive studio practice with emphasis
on exploration and development of various drawing media and mixed
media with ink, gouache, acrylics, pastels, collages, etc., on a twodimensional
surface. Student skill development in form and
composition will be emphasized.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
34B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V34C - TWO-DIMENSIONAL MIXED
MEDIA III - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V34B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Advanced level mixed media in two-dimensional representation.
Analysis and intensive studio practice with emphasis on exploration
and development of various drawing media and mixed media with ink,
gouache, acrylics, pastels, collages, etc., on a two-dimensional
surface. Individual progress in image and content development will
be emphasized.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
34C. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V36A - HEAD PAINTING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V31A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A beginning course in head painting. Strong emphasis on color,
tonality, drawing and design. Color charts will be developed. Live
models will be used.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Art 36A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V36B - HEAD PAINTING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V36A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A continuation of the study of head painting. Fur ther emphasis on
color, tonality, drawing and design. Color charts will be developed.
Live models will be used.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 36B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V37A - WATERCOLOR PAINTING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An introductory course in ar t introducing watercolor medium
emphasizing the structural and expressive values in contemporary
painting; practice in the building of form, control of pictorial order
and the uses of color and light.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 37A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V37B - WATERCOLOR PAINTING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V37A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A course in watercolor medium emphasizing the structural and
expressive values in contemporary painting; practice in the building
of form, control of pictorial order and the uses of color and light.
Emphasis on technical competence and individual concepts.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 37B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V39A - INTERMEDIATE HEAD PAINTING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V36B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate course in head painting which builds on the
concepts of strong color, tonality, drawing and design. Color char ts
to be made and utilized throughout the course. Live models will be
used.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 39A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V39B - INTERMEDIATE HEAD PAINTING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V39A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A continuation of the intermediate course in head painting with
continuing emphasis on strong color, and value relationships,
drawing, and design concepts. Color charts will be developed. Live
models will be used.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 39B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V40A - INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR
PAINTING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V37B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate art course which concentrates on the watercolor
medium, its control, uses and variety of techniques. Emphasis will
be placed on the structural and expressive values in contemporary
painting as well as technical competency and individual concepts.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 40A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
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ART V40B - INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR
PAINTING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V40A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate art course designed to fur ther develop watercolor
painting skills. Emphasis is placed on the structural and expressive
values in contemporary painting as well as technical competency
and individual concepts.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Art 40B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ART V41A - RELIEF PRINTMAKING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An introduction to the design and production of relief processes of
fine art printmaking including woodcut, linoleum cut, wood
engraving, monoprint, embossed, and collage print.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
41A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ART 20.
ART V41B - RELIEF PRINTMAKING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V41A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate course dealing specifically with making color
prints. Color separations and preliminary drawings, special inking
techniques and registration will be included.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
41B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V42A - INTAGLIO PRINTMAKING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An introduction to the design and production of intaglio processes
of fine ar t printmaking, including etching, drypoint, mezzotint,
aquatint and collagraph.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
42A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V42B - INTAGLIO PRINTMAKING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V42A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate course with an emphasis on special techniques
such as aquatint, sugar tints and china colle. Mastery of printing
color and making preliminary drawings and separation of the color
print will be included.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
42B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V43A - SILKSCREEN PRINTMAKING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A course in the design and production of silkscreen process
printing with an emphasis on serigraphy as a creative medium. The
course includes edition printing by using knife cut stencils, glue
blockouts and resists.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
43A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V43B - SILKSCREEN PRINTMAKING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V43A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Course continues study of the design and production of silkscreen
process printing with an emphasis on serigraphy as a creative
medium. The course includes further work in edition printing by
tusche and glue methods and combination with other types of
stencils. Consistent edition printing is emphasized.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
43B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V44A - LITHOGRAPHY I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An introduction to the history and technique of lithographic
processes, including traditional and contemporary methods.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
44A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V44B - LITHOGRAPHY II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V44A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An introduction to the history and technique of special lithographic
processes, i.e. Manniere Noire, transfer lithography, xerox transfers
and special etching technique. An emphasis on the printed edition,
care, storage and marketing.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
44B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V44C - LITHOGRAPHY: INTRODUCTION TO
COLOR - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ART V48
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An introduction to color lithography with an emphasis on the
history, the techniques of registration, color mixing, ink modification
and special effects.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
44C. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V45A - INTERMEDIATE SILKSCREEN
PRINTMAKING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V43B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Course continues study of the design and production of silkscreen
process printing with emphasis on serigraphy as a creative medium.
The course includes edition printing combination stencils including
photo film stencils. Various types of film positives are introduced.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
45A. Transfer credit: CSU.
ART V45B - INTERMEDIATE SILKSCREEN
PRINTMAKING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V45A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Course continues study of silkscreen processing printing including
fine ar t printing and commercial application. Silkscreen building and
studio planning included.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
45B. Transfer credit: CSU.
ART V46A - BEGINNING ACRYLIC PAINTING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A beginning course examining the properties of acrylic as a
painting medium. Emphasis on color theory, color mixing and color
harmonies.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
46A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V46B - BEGINNING ACRYLIC PAINTING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V46A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A beginning course examining the properties of acrylic as a
painting medium. Emphasis on composition, building form and
pictorial order.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
46B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
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ART V47A - INTERMEDIATE ACRYLIC PAINTING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V46B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate acrylic painting course with emphasis on
contemporary methods, theme development and expressive values.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
47A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V47B - INTERMEDIATE ACRYLIC PAINTING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V47A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate acrylic painting course. Emphasis on expressive
use of color using abstract and nonobjective themes.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
47B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V48 - INTRODUCTION TO PRINTMAKING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is a survey course in printmaking, covering relief printing
(wood cuts, linoleum cuts) intaglio and etching, monoprints, and
lithography. It is designed to familiarize the beginning printmaking
student with the vast number of printing processes and techniques
and affords the intermediate and advanced students the oppor tunity
to explore mediums that are not covered in other course offerings.
The historical technical development and the artists that employed
these techniques will be discussed in class, as well as the physical
making of prints. Drawing skills, composition, subject matter and
technical skills will be discussed during course critiques.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Ar t 48. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V49 - COMMERCIAL ART PORTFOLIO
DEVELOPMENT - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ART V28B and ART V29B and ART V72
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will offer commercial art students the format to focus
and refine a body of work for securing employment and/or placement
for further education. Emphasis is directed toward appropriate
selection, good craftsmanship, and professional presentation of
works. Additional self-promotional needs will be addressed.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Transfer credit: CSU.
ART V51A - BEGINNING CERAMICS I - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Introduction to basic techniques of working with clay including
coil, slab, pinch, and throwing on the potter’s wheel. Basic
introduction to glazes and ceramic history.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
51A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ART 6.
ART V51B - BEGINNING CERAMICS II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V51A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Continued practice in ceramic techniques. Experimentation with
sculptural forms.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
51B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V52A - CERAMIC DESIGN I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V51B
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Study in applied design and the use of glazes on ceramic work.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
52A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V52B - CERAMIC DESIGN II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V52A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Investigation of glazes, kiln firing, and independent projects in
clay.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
52B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V53A - CERAMIC GLAZE THEORY I - 2 Units
Prerequisite: ART V51A
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Introduction to the nature of clay and glaze ingredients. Experimentation
with found clays and simple glaze formulation and testing.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
53A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V53B - CERAMIC GLAZE THEORY II - 2 Units
Prerequisite: ART V53A
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Investigation of glaze formulation and development.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
53B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V53C - CERAMIC GLAZE THEORY III - 2 Units
Prerequisite: ART V53B
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
In-depth development of glazes, their uses, modification and firing
processes.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Art 53C. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V54A - SPECIAL TECHNIQUES IN RAKU, SAGGAR AND
PRIMITIVE-STYLE FIRING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V51A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An introduction to alternative ceramic techniques of Raku, Primitive,
and Saggar firing processes with discussion and evaluation of past
and contemporary cultures’ use of these processes and techniques.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly ART
V54. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V54B - SPECIAL TECHNIQUES IN RAKU, SAGGAR AND
PRIMITIVE-STYLE FIRING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V54A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An in-depth study of alternative ceramic techniques of Raku,
Saggar and primitive firing processes with an emphasis on the
student's own style and design and how these are enhanced by the
use of these firing processes and techniques.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ART V55A - DECORATING TECHNIQUES FOR
CERAMICS I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V51A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to many alternative decorating
techniques which are applicable to a variety of firing processes. This
course will include demonstrations and discussions of wet, leather
hard and dry clay manipulations; engobe and stain applications;
underglaze, glaze, and overglaze decorating techniques used by
historic and contemporary potters.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly ART
V55. Transfer credit: CSU.
Credit Courses - 99 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
ART V55B - DECORATING TECHNIQUES FOR
CERAMICS II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V55A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is a more in-depth study of the decorating techniques
which are applicable to a variety of firing processes.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Transfer credit: CSU.
ART V71 - COMPUTER GRAPHICS AND DESIGN I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V11A and ART V12A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course, using the Macintosh environment, will study the
process of creating adver tising or other communication media in
digital format for use in Web design or printed media such as
newsletters, brochures, flyers, posters, etc. Students will gain
working knowledge of Adobe PageMaker and Adobe Illustrator, with a
brief introduction to Adobe Photoshop, for scanning and image
manipulation. Students will conduct research and complete exercises
that will help develop an understanding of the technical side of
creating graphics for advertising presentations.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 71.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V72 - COMPUTER GRAPHICS AND DESIGN II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A and ART V71
Recommended preparation: PHOT V01
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course explores visual Graphic Design problems with an
emphasis on computer software applications using Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Photoshop and Quark XPress. A series of projects will apply
the elements of design and aesthetic principles to produce digital
imagery and Internet applications.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Art
72. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ART V73 - DIGITAL IMAGING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ART V11A and ART V12A and PHOT V01
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Using a Macintosh environment, this course teaches students to
use a digital camera and scan, manipulate and enhance digital
images for graphic reproduction using Adobe Photoshop. This course
emphasizes digital image problem solving.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. ART V73/PHOT
V73 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of 2 times.
Formerly Ar t 73. Same as PHOT V73. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
ART V74 - FRACTAL DESIGN PAINTER - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V11A and ART V12A
Recommended preparation: ART V71 or Macintosh computer
familiarity
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An introduction to Fractal Design Painter and its use in creating
images for both commercial and fine art applications. An emphasis
on similarities between traditional methods of ar t making and those
found in digital work will be explored. Students will experience
making images from a wide range of mediums and will translate
those experiences and processes to their computer imagery. Students
will have hands-on experience using Macintosh computers, scanners
and printers.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Ar t 74.
Transfer credit: CSU.
ART V75 - DIGITAL PRODUCTION FOR GRAPHIC
COMMUNICATIONS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V71
Recommended preparation: ART V28A and ART V29A and ART V72
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An intermediate course in project design for advertising, with
emphasis on printer or service bureau digital files for color
separations, proofs, and final output. Projects will include digital,
file, problem-solving and proper formatting for multimedia use.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see
counselor.
ART V79 - INTRODUCTION TO THE MACINTOSH FOR ART
APPLICATIONS - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
A basic course in the use of the Apple Macintosh computer as
applied to ar t applications. Course focuses on basic Macintosh
techniques such as drag and drop, copy and save, impor ting and
transferring files, basic computer drawing skills and desktop tools.
Students will acquire sufficient familiarity with the Macintosh to
transition into a beginning desktop publishing course.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Ar t 79. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
ART V88 - ART WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
ART V89 - WORKSHOPS IN ART - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula.
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Art 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
ART V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN ART - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Ar t 90.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
ART V95 - ART INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This ar t internship offers students who are volunteers (unpaid) an
opportunity to obtain work experience related to their field of study.
Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated
faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an approved
work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit
limitations - see counselor; for UC, determined after admission.
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ART V96 - ART INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This ar t internship offers students who are employed in the field
an opportunity to expand their work experience related to their field of
study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a
designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an
approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit
limitations - see counselor; for UC, determined after admission.
Credit Courses - 101 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
ASIAN AMERICAN STUDIES
AAS V01 - INTRODUCTION TO ASIAN AMERICAN
STUDIES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the Asian
American experience. Emphasis will be placed on Americans of
Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Southeast-Asian and South-Asian
ancestry. The course will focus on Asian American experiences with
respect to the histories of immigration, cultural diversity and
adaptation to life in the United States.
Formerly AAS 1. Same as AES V62. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 102 - Credit Courses
ASTRONOMY
AST V01 - ELEMENTARY ASTRONOMY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A general introduction to astronomy covering: the history of
astronomy; the solar system; the evolution of stars; galaxies; and
cosmology. The course will include a descriptive analysis of all
known laws which are relevant to the dynamics of the universe. The
study will center on astronomical beliefs which have influenced
human thinking, philosophy, and morals.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ast 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
AST V02 - ASTRONOMY AND ASTROPHYSICS - 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V03 or 1 year of high school intermediate algebra
(Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
A course in astronomy covering the physics of light and telescopes,
atomic structure, thermodynamics, mechanics and modern
cosmological theories. This course includes laboratory investigations
in classical optics, spectroscopy, Doppler effect, thermodynamics,
atomic and nuclear physics.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ast 2. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
Credit Courses - 103 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
AUTOMOTIVE
AUTO V02 - FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNOLOGY - 1.5 Units
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides basic techniques of automotive technology,
adjustment, repair and maintenance of the engine; driving mechanism;
suspension and steering system; electrical system and fuel
systems in modern automotive equipment.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 2. Transfer credit: CSU.
AUTO V10 - INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNOLOGY - 1.5 Units
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is an overview course to familiarize the student with the
history, nomenclature, operation and construction of the modern
automobile. An appreciation of the skills and abilities necessary to
maintain the automobile will be discussed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 10. Transfer credit:
CSU.
AUTO V14 - AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS - 4 Units
Corequisite: AUTO V14LA and AUTO V14LB
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course is designed to prepare an automotive student in the
theory and skills necessary to diagnose, adjust, maintain and repair
automotive battery, star ting, charging, chassis electrical and
electronic systems.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 14. Transfer credit:
CSU.
AUTO V14LA - AUTOMOTIVE CHASSIS ELECTRICAL
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V14 and AUTO V14LB
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to provide vocational preparation in the
practical skills required to diagnose, adjust, maintain, and repair
automotive chassis electrical and electronic systems.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 14LA.
AUTO V14LB - AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE ELECTRICAL
SYSTEMS LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V14 and AUTO V14LA
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the practical
skills required to diagnose, adjust, maintain and repair battery,
starting and charging systems. An introduction to ignition system
diagnosis will be included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 14LB.
AUTO V15 - AUTOMOTIVE FUEL SYSTEMS - 2 Units
Corequisite: AUTO V15LA and AUTO V15LB
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is designed to prepare an automotive student in the
theory and skills necessary to test, adjust, maintain and repair
modern gasoline and alternative fuel systems. The areas of
preparation are: fuels, carburetion, computer carburetion, central
electronic injection, continuous injection and electronic por t
injection. This course will provide preparation for cer tification tests
in engine performance and alternative fuels. A student receiving
credit in AUTO V15-V15LA-V15LB will not receive credit in AUTO
V55.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 15. Transfer credit: CSU.
AUTO V15LA - AUTOMOTIVE FUEL SYSTEMS
LABORATORY A - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V15 and AUTO V15LB
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the practical
skills required to adjust, maintain, test and repair gasoline and alternative
fuel carburetor, computer carburetor and continuous injection.
This course will provide preparation for cer tification tests in engine
performance and alternative fuels.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 15LA.
AUTO V15LB - AUTOMOTIVE FUEL SYSTEMS
LABORATORY B - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V15 and AUTO V15LA
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the practical
skills required to diagnose, adjust, maintain and repair fuel injection
systems. This course will provide preparation for cer tification tests
in engine performance.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 15LB.
AUTO V16 - AUTOMOTIVE EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEMS - 2 Units
Corequisite: AUTO V16LA and AUTO V16LB
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is designed to prepare an automotive student in the
theory and skills necessary to diagnose, adjust, maintain and repair
automotive emission control systems. Laws and regulations pertaining
to emission controls will be covered. This course will provide
preparation for the California Smog Technician test.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 16. Transfer credit:
CSU.
AUTO V16LA - AUTOMOTIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
LABORATORY A - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V16 and AUTO V16LB
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the service and
repair of automotive emission control systems. Diagnosis, test,
service and repair of all emission systems will be covered. This
course will provide preparation for the California Smog Technician
test.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 16LA.
AUTO V16LB - AUTOMOTIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
LABORATORY B - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V16 and AUTO V16LA
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the inspection
and diagnosis of automotive emission control systems. Vehicle
inspection procedures and proper use of documents will be
practiced. This course will provide preparation for the California
Smog Technician test.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 16LB.
AUTO V17 - AUTOMOTIVE DRIVEABILITY DIAGNOSTICS
AND REPAIR - 2 Units
Corequisite: AUTO V17LA and AUTO V17LB
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the practical
skills required to diagnose, test, and repair automotive driveability
problems in modern automobiles. This course will provide preparation
for cer tification tests in engine performance and alternative
fuels.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 17. Transfer credit:
CSU.
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AUTO V20LB - AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE REPAIR
LABORATORY B - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V20 and AUTO V20LA
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the practical
skills required to diagnose, adjust, maintain and repair automotive
engines. Engine servicing procedures, techniques and machining
will be emphasized in this course. This course will provide
preparation for cer tification tests in engine repair.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 20LB.
AUTO V22 - AUTOMOTIVE TRANSMISSION AND
DRIVE LINE - 3 Units
Corequisite: AUTO V22LA and AUTO V22LB
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to prepare an automotive student in the
theory and skills necessary to diagnose, adjust, maintain and repair
automotive transmissions, 4-wheel drive systems and differentials.
Both automatic and manual transmissions will be covered. This
course will provide preparation for cer tification tests in automatic
transmissions and manual transmissions.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 22. Transfer credit:
CSU.
AUTO V22LA - AUTOMOTIVE TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE
LINE LABORATORY A - 2 Units
Corequisite: AUTO V22 and AUTO V22LB
Hours: 6 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the service and
repair of automatic transmissions. Diagnosis, service and repair of
torque converter, gear train, hydraulic and electronic systems will be
pursued. Preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
test in automotive transmissions will be included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 22LA.
AUTO V22LB - AUTOMOTIVE TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE
LINE LABORATORY B - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V22 and AUTO V22LA
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the service and
repair of manual transmissions and differentials. Diagnosis, service
and repair of the clutch, manual transmission, 4-wheel drive system
and differential systems will be pursued. Preparation for the
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) test in manual transmission
and differentials will be included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 22LB.
AUTO V26 - AUTOMOTIVE BRAKES SERVICE AND
REPAIR - 2 Units
Corequisite: AUTO V26LA and AUTO V26LB
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide vocational preparation in the
theory and operation of modern automotive braking systems. Types
of brake systems, hydraulic principles, anti-lock brake systems and
supplemental restraint systems will be discussed. Preparation for the
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) test will be included. A student
receiving credit in AUTO V26-V26LA-V26LB will not receive credit in
AUTO V51.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 26. Transfer credit:
CSU.
AUTO V17LA - AUTOMOTIVE DRIVEABILITY DIAGNOSTICS
AND REPAIR LABORATORY A - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V17 and AUTO V17LB
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This lab will provide vocational preparation in the practical skills
required to diagnose, test, and repair automotive driveability
problems in modern automobiles. This lab will provide preparation for
certification tests in engine performance and alternative fuels.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 17LA.
AUTO V17LB - AUTOMOTIVE DRIVEABILITY DIAGNOSTICS
AND REPAIR LABORATORY B - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V17 and AUTO V17LA
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This lab will provide vocational preparation in the practical skills
required to diagnose, test, and repair automotive diagnostic problems
in modern automobiles. This lab will provide preparation for
certification tests in engine performance and alternative fuels.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 17LB.
AUTO V18 - AUTOMOTIVE HEATING/AIR
CONDITIONING - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V18LA
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the practical
skills required to diagnose, adjust, test and repair modern automotive
heating/air conditioning and cooling systems. This course will also
provide preparation for certification test in heating/air conditioning.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 18. Transfer credit:
CSU.
AUTO V18LA - AUTOMOTIVE HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V18
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This lab will provide vocational preparation in the practical skills
required to diagnose, adjust and repair modern automobiles with
heating/air conditioning and cooling system problems. This lab will
also provide preparation for cer tification tests and cer tification in
heating/air conditioning.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 18LA.
AUTO V20 - AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE REPAIR - 3 Units
Corequisite: AUTO V20LA and AUTO V20LB
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to prepare an automotive student in the
theory and skills necessary to diagnose, adjust, maintain and repair
automotive engines. This course will provide preparation for
certification tests in engine repair.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 20. Transfer credit:
CSU.
AUTO V20LA - AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE REPAIR
LABORATORY A - 2 Units
Corequisite: AUTO V20 and AUTO V20LB
Hours: 6 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the practical
skills required to diagnose, adjust, maintain and repair automotive
engines. Engine disassembly, inspection, measuring and reassembly
will be emphasized in this course. This course will provide
preparation for cer tification tests in engine repair.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 20LA.
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AUTO V26LA - AUTOMOTIVE BRAKES SERVICE AND
REPAIR LABORATORY A - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V26 and AUTO V26LB
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the service and
repair of modern automotive braking systems. Service and repair of
drum and disc brake systems and hydraulic systems will be pursued.
Preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) test in
brakes will be included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 26LA.
AUTO V26LB - AUTOMOTIVE BRAKES SERVICE AND
REPAIR LABORATORY B - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V26 and AUTO V26LA
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the service and
repair of automotive anti-lock braking and supplemental restraint
systems. Preparation for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
test in brakes will be included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 26LB.
AUTO V28 - AUTOMOTIVE SUSPENSION SYSTEMS - 2 Units
Corequisite: AUTO V28LA and AUTO V28LB
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the theory and
operation of modern automotive suspension systems. Types of
suspension systems, suspension component identification, alignment
theory, and diagnosis technique will be discussed. Preparation for
the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) test in front-end will be
included. A student receiving credit in AUTO V28-V28LA-V28LB will
not receive credit in AUTO V53.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 28. Transfer credit:
CSU.
AUTO V28LA - AUTOMOTIVE SUSPENSIONS
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V28 and AUTO V28LB
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the service and
repair of modern automotive suspension systems. Inspection and
replacement of suspension components will be practiced. Preparation
for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) test in front-end
will be included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 28LA.
AUTO V28LB - AUTOMOTIVE ALIGNMENT
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: AUTO V28 and AUTO V28LA
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide vocational preparation in the vehicle
alignment. Various type of alignment techniques will be practiced
using different types of alignment equipment. Preparation for the
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) test in front-end will be
included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 28LB.
AUTO V32 - AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE (ASE)
CERTIFICATION PREPARATION - 1 Unit
Recommend preparation: working in the automotive industry
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to help the student prepare for and review
the theory and skills necessary to pass the Automotive Service
Excellence (ASE) cer tification examinations. All areas of automotive
certification will be reviewed, including compressed natural gas and
par ts cer tification.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
AUTO V40 - ADVANCED PROBLEMS IN AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNOLOGY - .5-6 Units
Prerequisite: previous automotive course at Ventura College
Hours: 1.5-18 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to meet the specific needs of automotive
technology majors who wish to expand their knowledge and manual
skills with stress on advanced concepts in specialty areas of the
automotive trade.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 12 units. Formerly Auto 40.
AUTO V45 - CLEAN AIR CAR CERTIFICATION - 6 Units
Recommended preparation: 1 year of automotive tune-up experience
Hours: 6 lecture weekly
Completion of this course is a prerequisite for admission into the
state administered Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) training, and
examination administered by the Bureau of Automotive Repair.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Auto 45. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
AUTO V51 - AUTOMOTIVE BRAKES SERVICE AND REPAIR:
BILINGUAL (SPANISH-ENGLISH) - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is a vocational preparation in the diagnosis, adjustment,
repair, and maintenance of automotive brake systems. Types of
brake systems, operation, and applications will be discussed. It will
also include vacuum assist units, diagnosis and repair of computer
controlled anti-lock brake systems. It is a preparation for technician
cer tification test in brakes. A student receiving credit in AUTO V51
will not receive credit in AUTO V26-V26LA-V26LB.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 51.
AUTO V53 - AUTOMOTIVE SUSPENSION SERVICE AND
ALIGNMENT: BILINGUAL (SPANISH-ENGLISH) - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Vocational preparation in the diagnosis, repair and alignment of
automotive and light truck suspension systems. Types, operation,
applications and repair procedures of suspension systems will be
discussed. Two and four wheel alignment procedures as well as
techniques to correct alignment problems will be covered. The
laboratory experience will include suspension diagnosis, maintenance
and repair including the use of various alignment equipment.
Preparation for the technician cer tification test in suspensions. A
student receiving credit in AUTO V53 will not receive credit in AUTO
V28-V28LA-V28LB.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 53.
AUTO V55 - INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE FUEL
SYSTEMS: BILINGUAL (SPANISH-ENGLISH) - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed as an introduction to the theory and skills
necessary to diagnose, adjust, maintain and repair automotive fuel
systems. Topics will include basic carburetor and feedback systems.
Popular throttle body and par t fuel injection systems will be
emphasized. A student receiving credit in AUTO V55 will not receive
credit in AUTO V15-V15LA-V15LB.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Auto 55.
AUTO V88 - AUTOMOTIVE WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly AUTO
V89.
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AUTO V95 - AUTOMOTIVE INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This automotive internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only.
AUTO V96 - AUTOMOTIVE INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This automotive internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only.
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BIOLOGY
BIOL V01 - PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The course provides an introduction to the basic principles of
biology and covers the biochemistry, physiology, morphology,
behavior, genetics, evolution, taxonomy and ecology of living things.
The companion laboratory course provides hands-on activities to
illustrate these principles. This course is designed for non-biology
majors.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Biol 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
BIOL V01L - PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: BIOL V01 or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
The course provides a hands-on introduction to the basic
principles of biology and covers the biochemistry, physiology,
morphology, behavior, genetics, evolution, taxonomy, and ecology of
living things. This course is designed for non-biology majors.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit
limitations - see counselor.
BIOL V01S - BIOLOGY STUDY SESSION - 1 Unit
Corequisite: BIOL V01
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course will give students oppor tunities to discuss and ask
questions about material covered in the lecture and laboratory.
Review of tests will occur and methods of taking notes and studying
will be considered. The course will enable students to better
comprehend course material and thus improve performance in the
course.
Formerly Biol 1S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
BIOL V03 - INTRODUCTION TO ORGANISMAL AND
ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY - 5 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V01A-V01AL or CHEM V20-V20L or 1 year of
high school chemistry with grades of C or better
Recommended preparation: ANPH V01 or BIOL V01-V01L or BIOL V29-
V29L or MICR V01 or 1 year of high school biology with grades of C or
better; CHEM V01B-V01BL; MATH V21A or V46A; and MATH V44
Hours: 3 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to organismal diversity, structure
and function. Groups to be studied and discussed include eubacteria,
archaea, protists, fungi, plants and animals. The latter two groups
will be studied in more detail, concentrating on structure and
physiology. The overall emphasis of the course will be on the
evolutionary and ecological relationships between organisms. The
laboratory will develop skills of analysis and observation as they
relate to the preceding topics.
Field trips will be required. Formerly BIOL V20B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN BIOL SEQ A [with BIOL V04].
BIOL V04 - INTRODUCTION TO CELL AND MOLECULAR
BIOLOGY - 5 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V01A-V01AL
Recommended preparation: BIOL V03; CHEM V01B-V01BL; MATH
V21A or V46A; and MATH V44
Hours: 3 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to modern cell and molecular
biology. The focus will be on the structure and function relationships
found within living cells and the inheritance of genetic information,
both with an evolutionary emphasis. The laboratory will develop
skills of analysis and observation as they relate to the preceding
topics.
Field trips may be required. Formerly BIOL V20A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN BIOL 2 OR BIOL SEQ A [with BIOL V03].
BIOL V10 - INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL
ISSUES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An examination and analysis of the biological sciences within the
context of the interrelationship between human populations and their
natural surroundings. The characteristics of natural systems are
described and the effects and impacts of human activities on these
systems are considered. The course introduces the principles of
scientific inquiry and experimental methodology in the study of
ecological concepts and environmental issues. Alternatives and
approaches to deal with environmental problems are considered and
evaluated.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Biol 10. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
BIOL V12 - PRINCIPLES OF HUMAN BIOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is an introductory course designed for the nonbiology major
in the principles of biology, with special emphasis on the structure
and function of the human being. It provides a study of body systems
and their relationship to health or disease.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Biol 12. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
BIOL V14 - FIELD BIOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course includes the basic concepts of ecosystems, niche,
community, population dynamics, energy flow, and materials
recycling, par ticularly as they relate to natural resources. Field trips
will stress identification, classification and interrelationships of
common plants and animals as they occur in biotic communities.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Biol 14. Transfer credit: CSU.
BIOL V18 - HUMAN HEREDITY - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: BIOL V01-V01L or BIOL V04
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the basic principles of modern
genetics and evolutionary theory with specific reference to the
human being. Through the study of the mechanisms of human
inheritance, the origin and nature of human differences will be
examined. Social, political and psychological ramifications of the
biological laws governing heredity and organic evolution will be
emphasized.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Biol 18. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
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BIOL V20S - GENERAL BIOLOGY STUDY SESSION - 1 Unit
Corequisite: BIOL V03 or BIOL V04
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course will give students oppor tunities to discuss and ask
questions about material covered in the lecture and laboratory.
Methods of taking notes and studying will be considered. The course
will enable students to better comprehend course material and thus
improve performance in the course.
Formerly Biol 20S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
BIOL V29 - MARINE BIOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to marine biology, with emphasis on
the physiology, morphology, taxonomy, ecology, evolution and natural
history of marine organisms. The conservation of the marine
environment will also be considered.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Biol 29. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
BIOL V29L - MARINE BIOLOGY LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: BIOL V29 or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course includes laboratory and field studies of marine
organisms and environment to examine biological principles and the
scientific method.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Biol 29L. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
BIOL V29S - MARINE BIOLOGY STUDY SESSION - 1 Unit
Corequisite: BIOL V29
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course will give the student oppor tunities to discuss and ask
questions about the material covered in the lecture and laboratory.
Reviews of quizzes and exams will occur and methods of taking
notes for the course will be considered. The course will enable the
student to better comprehend the course material and thereby
improve performance.
Formerly Biol 29S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
BIOL V30 - INTRODUCTION TO BIOTECHNOLOGY AND
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: BIOL V01-V01L or BIOL V04 or BIOL V12
or MICR V01 or equivalent; and CHEM V20-V20L or equivalent with
grades of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Introduction to the genetic mechanisms and methods of bioengineering
as they apply to biotechnology. Emphasis is placed on
molecular and biochemical methods utilized in biotechnological
applications in industry, including fermentation technology, genetic
transformation, isolation of bioproducts by electrophoresis,
chromatography and other methods. FDA regulations that apply to the
biotechnology industry will be included. Guest speakers from the
biotechnology research industry may be invited to address the class.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Biol 30. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
BIOL V31 - INTRODUCTION TO METHODS OF
BIOTECHNOLOGY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: BIOL V30 or concurrent enrollment;
CHEM V20-V20L or high school chemistry with grades of C or better;
and MICR V01
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to provide a variety of biotechnology and
molecular biology experiences which develop proficiency in
molecular biology techniques, and the application of specialized
biotechnology equipment in problem solving. Its intent is to develop
knowledge of biotechnology protocols, an awareness of laboratory
safety, as well as enthusiasm and academic interests in molecular
biology and biotechnology. ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses are
required.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Biol 31. Transfer credit: CSU.
BIOL V31S - MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
STUDY SESSION - 1 Unit
Corequisite: BIOL V31 or BIOL V32
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course is designed to give students additional oppor tunities
to discuss and ask questions about the material covered in lecture
and lab. The course will enable students to better comprehend
course material and improve performance in the course.
Formerly Biol 31S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
BIOL V32 - INTRODUCTION TO METHODS OF PLANT
BIOTECHNOLOGY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY - 2 Units
Prerequisite: BIOL V30 or concurrent enrollment; and CHEM V20-
V20L or high school chemistry with grades of C or better
Recommended preparation: AG V03
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is designed for plant biotechnicians and educators in
plant molecular biological techniques. Proficiency will be developed
in aseptic tissue culture, tissue inductions, isolation of plant cell
organelles and products, and related molecular biological methods.
Problems and solutions specific to plant biotechnology will be
stressed. ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses are required.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Biol 32. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see
counselor.
BIOL V33 - BASIC LABORATORY TECHNICAL
SKILLS - 2 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
A hands-on experience with the types of activities that are basic to
any chemistry or biology laboratory technical position such as: basic
safety procedures, accurate determinations of mass and volume,
simple solution making, buffer preparation and measurement of pH,
basic data analysis, etc. This course will also prepare the student for
an entry-level position either in industry or as a laboratory employee
at a college or university. ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses
required.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
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BIOL V34 - APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY FOR LABORATORY
TECHNICIANS - 2 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Hands-on experience with the types of microbiological activities
that are basic to most introductory laboratory technical assistant
positions such as: basic safety procedures, aseptic transfer,
autoclaving, filtration, Gram and simple staining, simple culturing
methods (including the use of laminar flow hoods and incubators),
microscope use and care, media preparation, environmental
sampling, etc. This course will help prepare the student for an entry
level position either in industry or as a laboratory employee at a
college or university. This course is not designed for pre-nursing or
health science majors.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIOL V35 - BIOSCIENCE COMMUNICATION
SKILLS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will provide training in critical reading and discussion
of ar ticles from current scientific literature with peers and faculty.
The course also provides the oppor tunity to present and receive
feedback in a helpful environment. Topics will be selected by the
faculty.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIOL V40 - BIOLOGY OF CARDIOVASCULAR
DISEASES - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ANPH V01 or PHSO V01 or high school
equivalent or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An in-depth examination of the nature, causes, and treatment of
cardiovascular diseases, stressing a comparison between normal
cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology. This is a seminar
course, with participation of the health care community (based on
availability). CEUs may be awarded to qualified professionals.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
BIOL V41 - BIOLOGY OF CANCER - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ANPH V01 or PHSO V01 or high school
equivalent or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the clinical, biological, and
psychosocial aspects of cancer (including the molecular, cellular and
immunological mechanisms). This is an seminar course and will
include speakers from the health care professions.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
BIOL V60A-Z - TOPICS IN BIOLOGY - .5-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
These courses consider topics not covered in detail by other
biology offerings.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
BIOL V60A - BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY SKILLS I - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIOL V18, V30, V33 and V34; CHEM
V20-V20L and V21-V21L; and MATH V03
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
An exploration of the biotechnology industry, providing entry skill
development. This course will include principles of biofermenter
design, appropriate terminology, good documentation practices, and
Good Manufacturing Practice regulations appropriate to biofermenter
function. Lab coat, sterile gloves and ANZI Z81.7 safety glasses
required.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIOL V60B - BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY
SKILLS II - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIOL V18, V30, V33 and V34; CHEM
V20-V20L and V21-V21L; and MATH V03
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the biotechnology industry, providing entry skill
development. This course will include principles of economic
efficiency related to biofermenter design, principles of sterilization by
chemical and physical means, microbial culturing, instrument
calibration and troubleshooting, and Good Manufacturing Practice
regulations appropriate to microbial culture. Lab coat, sterile gloves
and ANZI Z81.7 safety glasses required.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only.
BIOL V60C - BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY
SKILLS III - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIOL V18, V30, V33 and V34; CHEM
V20-V20L and V21-V21L; and MATH V03
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the biotechnology industry, providing entry skill
development. This course will include principles of use and care of
the autoclave, centrifuges, other analysis instruments and their
troubleshooting, including Good Manufacturing Practice regulations
appropriate to microbial culture. Lab coat, sterile gloves and ANZI
Z81.7 safety glasses required.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only.
BIOL V60D - BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY
SKILLS IV - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIOL V18, V30, V33 and V34; CHEM
V20-V20L and V21-V21L; and MATH V03
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the biotechnology industry, providing entry skill
development. This course will include principles used in choosing,
calculating and preparing buffers and inoculating cell cultures using
Good Manufacturing Practice regulations. Lab coat, sterile gloves
and ANZI Z81.7 safety glasses required.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only.
BIOL V60E - BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY
SKILLS V - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIOL V18, V30, V33 and V34; CHEM
V20-V20L and V21-V21L; and MATH V03
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the biotechnology industry, providing entry skill
development. This course will include principles for aseptic culture
of cells, analysis of pH, temperature, oxygen and osmotic conditions
on cell growth using the Good Manufacturing Practice regulations.
Lab coat, sterile gloves and ANZI Z81.7 safety glasses required.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only.
BIOL V60F - BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY
SKILLS VI - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIOL V18, V30, V33 and V34; CHEM
V20-V20L and V21-V21L; and MATH V03
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the biotechnology industry, providing entry skill
development. This course will include principles and techniques
used in bioengineering related to protein purification methods by
chromatography including analysis methods using Good Manufacturing
Practice regulations. Lab coat, sterile gloves and ANZI Z81.7
safety glasses required.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only.
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BIOL V60G - BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY
SKILLS VII - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIOL V18, V30, V33 and V34; CHEM
V20-V20L and V21-V21L; and MATH V03
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the biotechnology industry, providing entry skill
development. This course will include principles and techniques used
for plate and culture counts, photometric measurements and
instrument calibration related to protein purification procedures and
appropriate to Good Manufacturing Practice regulations. Lab coat,
sterile gloves and ANZI Z81.7 safety glasses required.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIOL V60H - BIOTECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY
SKILLS VIII - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIOL V18, V30, V33 and V34; CHEM
V20-V20L and V21-V21L; and MATH V03
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
An exploration of the biotechnology industry, providing entry skill
development. This course will include principles and techniques used
in immune assays (ELISA) for batch and lot record certification
requirements appropriate to Good Manufacturing Practice regulations.
Lab coat, sterile gloves and ANZI Z81.7 safety glasses required.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIOL V88 - BIOLOGY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
BIOL V89 - WORKSHOPS IN BIOLOGY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Biol 89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined
after admission.
BIOL V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN BIOLOGY - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities to students with
intermediate skills who wish to pursue projects not included in the
regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Biol 90. Transfer credit: CSU;
for UC, determined after admission.
BIOL V95 - BIOLOGY INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This biology internship offers students who are volunteers
(unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related to their
field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with
a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of
an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor;
for UC, determined after admission.
BIOL V96 - BIOLOGY INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This biology internship offers students who are employed in the
field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience related to their
field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with
a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of
an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor;
for UC, determined after admission.
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BUSINESS
BUS V01A - FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING - 4 Units
Prerequisite: BUS V03 or 1 year of high school bookkeeping with
grade of C or better
Hours: 2 lecture, 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Fundamental financial accounting principles, concepts, and
procedures as the basis of an information system; data accumulation,
preparation and analysis of financial statements and repor ts for
decision making.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus
1A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN BUS 2 or CAN BUS SEQ A [with
BUS V01B].
BUS V01B - MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING - 4 Units
Prerequisite: BUS V01A with grade of C or better
Hours: 2 lecture, 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Fundamental managerial accounting concepts, classifications,
cost systems, and budgeting for the analysis and reporting of
accounting information for planning, control, and decision making.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus
1B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN BUS 4 or CAN BUS SEQ A [with
BUS V01A].
BUS V02 - INCOME TAX FUNDAMENTALS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is primarily designed as an introductory level income
tax course for accounting majors and business students at the
community college level. The course focuses on the federal and state
income tax rules and procedures involved in the preparation of
simple tax returns for individuals.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Bus 2.
BUS V03 - INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: BUS V06 or fundamental basic math
skills needed to solve business related math problems
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course introduces accounting using the debit-credit, doubleentry
system. The student will learn how to journalize, post to ledger
accounts, use a worksheet, and prepare an income statement,
statement of owner's equity, and a balance sheet. The student will be
able to keep a complete set of books for a one-month period for a
small business by the end of one semester.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 3.
Transfer credit: CSU.
BUS V04 - COMPUTERIZED PAYROLL
ACCOUNTING - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide entry-level training in calculating,
recording, and maintaining appropriate payroll records in a computerized
setting. Areas of study include an overview of computer
systems, determining gross earnings, calculating deductions, and
recording and maintaining necessary employee and employer payroll
records.
Formerly Bus 4.
BUS V06 - BUSINESS MATHEMATICS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MATH V09
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will enable students to develop the fundamental
business math skills needed to solve many math problems in
business. Students will work with problems in: borrowing, interest,
taxes, insurance, accounting, sales contracts, securities, graphs,
markups, yields, weights and measures.
Formerly Bus 6.
BUS V07A - BUSINESS CALCULATIONS USING THE
CALCULATING MACHINE - 2.5 Units
Hours: 5 lecture-laboratory weekly
The student is trained to develop a marketable skill in operating a
calculating machine by the “touch” method. The practice problems
emphasize the arithmetic of percentage and interest applicable to
familiar business situations.
Formerly Bus 7A. Transfer credit: CSU.
BUS V07B - BUSINESS CALCULATIONS ON
MICROCOMPUTERS - 2.5 Units
Prerequisite: BUS V07A
Hours: 5 lecture-laboratory weekly
The student learns to keyboard model programs on the IBM
Personal Computer that have already been written in the business
BASIC computing language. The programs deal with common
business applications emphasizing percentage and interest. Also, the
student will learn to run disk-based programs for computing payrolls,
federal income tax, and analyzing “what if” situations.
Formerly Bus 7B. Transfer credit: CSU.
BUS V08 - COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: BUS V01A or BUS V03
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to the use of computers in the field
of accounting. The fundamental principles of accounting are applied
to basic problem-solving simulations for both manual and computerized
accounting systems. This course provides training for entrylevel
computerized bookkeeping employment, as an aid in managing
one’s own business, and as a foundation for advanced study.
Formerly Bus 8. Transfer credit: CSU.
BUS V11 - BEGINNING KEYBOARDING - 1-3 Units
Hours: 2-6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Student learns to master the keyboard, develops skill in setting up
business letters, tables, repor ts, and printed forms. Student should
achieve a speed of 30 words per minute with a minimum of errors.
Units of credit will be earned depending upon the successful
completion of the required skills of the course.
May be taken for a maximum of 3 times not to exceed 3 units.
Formerly Bus 11. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer
credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
BUS V12 - INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARDING - 1-3 Units
Prerequisite: BUS V11 with grade of C or typing of 30 wpm
Hours: 2-6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Student formats and keyboards professional and technical forms
and correspondence typical of a general office, accounting,
government, legal, and medical office. Drills on speed and accuracy
building are required. The course is structured so that the student
will earn one, two, or three units of credit depending upon successful
completion of the required skills of the course.
May be taken for a maximum of 3 times not to exceed 3 units.
Formerly BUS V12A. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
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BUS V14 - BUSINESS WRITING SKILLS: EDITING AND
PROOFREADING - 1.5 Units
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This comprehensive course is designed to develop proofreading
and editing skills so that error-free documents are guaranteed,
wordiness is eliminated, and power is added to every document by
using fewer words with more impact. Students will gain entry-level
business writing skills with emphasis on accurate, clear, concise
writing. Students will develop proofreading and editing skills which
will enable them to write business letters and memos using correct
grammar, punctuation, vocabulary, and spelling. The course will also
cover resumes and cover letters. The computer may be used as a
tool to standardize business documents and increase productivity.
BUS V15 - ORAL COMMUNICATION IN THE
WORKPLACE - 1.5 Units
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This comprehensive course is designed to develop skill in speaking
and listening by making speeches and presentations, conducting meetings,
practicing proper telephone techniques, and practicing job interviews.
Students will also learn other workplace skills that are necessary
for proper communication, including time management, office
protocol, proper dress and etiquette.
BUS V18A - WORD PROCESSING LANGUAGE SKILLS:
PUNCTUATION - .5 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture-laboratory weekly
Students evaluate and execute punctuation techniques commonly
used in business. Students will write reports, memos, and letters
using the punctuation rules covered in class. Computer software is
available for additional practice. This is a supervised, self-paced
course.
Formerly Bus 18A.
BUS V18B - WORD PROCESSING LANGUAGE SKILLS:
PROOFREADING - .5 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture-laboratory weekly
Students will be taught techniques for finding and correcting
commonly made, but often overlooked errors in business communications.
Students will evaluate and edit correspondence; create
effective and correct business correspondence. Computer software
is available for additional practice. This is a supervised, self-paced
course.
Formerly Bus 18B.
BUS V18C - WORD PROCESSING LANGUAGE SKILLS:
SPELLING AND VOCABULARY - 1 Unit
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
Students are taught techniques to produce accurate transcription,
mailable letters, and error-free copy regardless of format. Spelling is
correlated with correct punctuation, reading ability, vocabulary
development, and proofreading skills. Computer software is available
for additional practice. This is a supervised, self-paced course.
Formerly Bus 18C.
BUS V25 - MEDICAL CODING - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: BUS V27A and BUS V29
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course offers instruction in medical insurance coding utilized
in submitting various medical insurance claims. The specific coding
developed is ICD-9 CM, CPT, HCPCS and all applicable modifiers.
Formerly Bus 25.
BUS V26A - MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: BUS V11 or typing 30 wpm
Recommended preparation: BUS V27A or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course develops skills in proper mechanics in the preparation
and typing of medical business letters, x-ray repor ts, history and
physical exams, operative repor ts, memos, discharge summaries,
chart notes and the composition of letters for the secretary’s and/or
physician’s signature. Typing, spelling, grammar and punctuation
emphasized.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 26A.
BUS V26B - MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION II - 2 Units
Prerequisite: BUS V26A and BUS V27A or equivalent
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course offers transcription of medical dictation from
cassettes; medical case histories, correspondence, surgical, hospital
and laboratory reports are typed with emphasis on accuracy and on
acceptable production rate. Review of specialized medical vocabulary
is offered.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 26B.
BUS V26C - MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION III - 2 Units
Prerequisite: BUS V26B or equivalent background in medical
transcription; and BUS V27B or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course offers transcription of specialized medical dictation
from cassettes on history and physical reports, radiology repor ts,
operative repor ts, pathology repor ts, discharge summaries, and autopsy
repor ts with emphasis on accuracy and on acceptable production
rate. It also offers a review of specialized medical vocabulary.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 26C.
BUS V27A - BEGINNING MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is intended to assist those studying in the fields of
medicine and health care to learn the language of medicine
applicable to all health care occupations. This course is designed for
students who wish to work in hospitals and physician office settings
as medical secretaries, transcriptionists, insurance coders, and front
office intakers. Medical terms are learned from their Latin and Greek
origins based on basic medical word roots, combining forms,
prefixes, suffixes, abbreviations and pronunciation. Course includes
non-technical explanations and provides students with a working
knowledge of terms used in anatomy, physiology, pathology, clinical
procedures and laboratory tests.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 27A. Transfer credit:
CSU.
BUS V27B - ADVANCED MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY - 3 Units
Prerequisite: BUS V27A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will enable advanced students of health related fields
to communicate and understand the language of medicine by
expanding their knowledge of medical terminology. Anatomical
systems are presented as well as documented medical case studies
and reports that are found in a medical office.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 27B.
BUS V28A - MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES:
FRONT OFFICE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a course offering instruction in front office procedures for
a medical office or clinic. Front office procedures will include office
management, scheduling appointments, communications, processing
mail, telephone techniques, medical ethics and liability, reading
prescriptions, collections and insurance basics.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Bus 28A.
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BUS V28B - MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES:
BACK OFFICE - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CPR certification
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a course offering instruction in back office procedures for
a medical office or clinic. Back office procedures will include
bandaging and dressings, application and use of basic or thopedic
devices, basic eye exams, suture and staple removal, performance of
basic lab and screening tests and specimen collection, preparation of
patients for examination, collection and recording of vital signs,
medical and surgical asepsis and sterilization.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Bus 28B.
BUS V29 - MEDICAL INSURANCE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: BUS V11 or typing 30 wpm
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course develops an understanding of the leading types of
medical insurance programs with intensive instruction and drill in
completing medical insurance forms for private insurance programs;
namely, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Workers’ Compensation, Medicare,
CHAMPUS, HMOs, PPOs, Medicaid, etc., and develops proficiency in
professional service coding and diagnostic coding. It seeks to
enhance medical vocabulary by providing training in spelling,
pronunciation, and definitions of medical terminology as they apply
to medical insurance forms.
Formerly Bus 29.
BUS V30 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides a fundamental survey and study of the role
of U.S. business in the private enterprise system. Some topics are:
the concept of supply and demand, competition, forms of business
ownership, organization, laws and the overall relationship of business
to government and the international marketplace.
Formerly Bus 30. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
BUS V31 - ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to acquaint students with concepts of
planning, organizing, motivating, communicating, directing, and
controlling functions necessary for effective management to
accomplish organizational objectives.
Formerly Bus 31. Same as SUP V94. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
BUS V32 - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a study of personnel management functions,
employer-employee relationships, recruiting, selection, training and
development, discipline programs, wage and salary administration,
job evaluation, and benefits administration.
Formerly Bus 32. Same as SUP V93. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
BUS V33 - BUSINESS LAW - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: sophomore standing
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers the fundamental principles of law relative to
business transactions, sources of law, dispute resolution and
specific emphasis on the law of contracts and sale of goods. Other
areas of commercial law include: jurisprudence, court systems,
procedures, torts, and product liability.
Formerly Bus 33. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor. CAN BUS 8.
BUS V34 - EXERCISE IN MANAGEMENT
DECISION MAKING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a group decision making course consisting of individual
and group exercises in managerial problems using the business
games approach and emphasizing in-basket incidents.
Formerly Bus 34. Transfer credit: CSU.
BUS V35 - PROFESSIONAL SELLING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers effective selling in a variety of facets,
including sales personality, development of a sales plan, securing
prospects, counseling buyers, demonstrations, handling objections,
self-management, and publication relations. Sales presentations are
made by members of the course. Speakers and films are par t of the
course.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 35. Transfer credit:
CSU.
BUS V36 - RETAIL MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers retailing activities encompassing the financial,
operational, merchandising, personnel, and publicity functions. Also
includes analysis of markets, site selection, buying, planning,
information control systems.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 36. Transfer credit:
CSU.
BUS V37 - MARKETING MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers marketing management from the viewpoint of
the manager who researches and plans the project, organizes his/her
staff, and controls the sales, adver tising, and channels of distribution.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 37. Transfer credit:
CSU.
BUS V38 - SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers the problems of establishing and operating a
small business. The oppor tunities for small business and the
requirements for success are discussed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 38. Same as CD V38.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
BUS V39 - ADVERTISING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed for students to examine the role of
advertising in the marketing program in business and industry.
Topics include consumer analysis, ad media, budgeting, market
research, layout, copywriting, typography, advertising agencies and
opportunities in adver tising.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Bus 39. Same as JOUR V22.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
BUS V41 - INTRODUCTION TO TOTAL QUALITY
MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an overview of and introduction to Total
Quality Management (TQM) as a body of knowledge and as a
process of continuous improvement within organizations. Goals and
benefits of TQM will be discussed as well as continuous improvement
options as they relate to the public and private sector.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Bus 41. Transfer credit: CSU.
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BUS V43 - INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL
BUSINESS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is an introductory course designed to examine international
business and institutions in the international environment. The course
will emphasize emerging international developments as they relate to
the economic and business arena.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Bus 43. Transfer credit: CSU.
BUS V44 - BUSINESS ENGLISH - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course offers practical application of college-level business
communication skills, which include writing, speaking, and listening,
with comprehensive coverage of language structure, punctuation,
spelling usage, proofreading and editing.
Formerly Bus 44. Same as SUP V81. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
BUS V45 - BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course offers application of the principles of written
communication skills with emphasis on clear, concise writing. It
presents techniques for gathering, organizing, analyzing and
preparing information for decision making. It develops analytical
thinking skills by providing practical training in writing assignments,
including business letters, memos, and reports. It also explores the
impact of cultural differences on business communication in the
modern business organization. Students develop further skills in
listening and speaking through oral communication. Regular writing
assignments will be required.
Formerly Bus 45. Transfer credit: CSU.
BUS V53 - LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS- 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an overview of law and the legal system for
business. Topics include agency, contracts, torts and crimes as they
apply to business and the legal process and system, with primary
emphasis on governmental regulation of business in the areas of
employment, consumer transactions, competition and the environment.
In covering each topic, focus is on ethical issues and
management concerns as they relate to domestic and international
legal situations.
Formerly Bus 53. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor. CAN BUS 12.
BUS V70 - SUPERMARKET RETAILING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers retailing activities specific to the supermarket
industry. The course includes the topics of: marketing, distribution,
advertising and promotion, buying, store layout and design, inventory
management, and pricing strategy. Students will be expected to work
on group projects and presentations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 70.
BUS V80A - INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER TRAINING I:
BILINGUAL (SPANISH-ENGLISH) - 10 Units
Hours: 5 lecture, 15 laboratory weekly
This course provides students with an introduction to computers
and office software in a bilingual class setting (Spanish-English).
Training will include introduction to computers, keyboarding,
Windows basics, word processing, and spreadsheets, databases,
presentation programs and the Internet.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 4 times.
BUS V80B - INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER TRAINING II:
BILINGUAL (SPANISH-ENGLISH) - 1-10 Units
Hours: .5-5 lecture, 1.5-15 laboratory weekly
This low-beginning course provides computer training for nonand
limited-English proficient students in a bilingual (Spanish-
English) setting. Training will include Windows, keyboarding, word
processing, spreadsheets and the Internet.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
BUS V88 - BUSINESS WORKSHOPS - .5-20 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly BUS
V89.
BUS V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN BUSINESS - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Bus 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
BUS V94 - PROFESSIONAL RECEPTION SKILLS - 4 Units
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
Students will learn to identify attributes of an effective receptionist
and develop listening and communication skills, filing, telephone and
basic computer skills. Time management and conflict resolution will
also be covered. Students will also create a resume and practice
interviewing techniques.
BUS V95 - BUSINESS INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This business internship course offers students who are volunteers
(unpaid) an oppor tunity to obtain work experience related to
their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance
of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Formerly Bus 95. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations -
see counselor.
BUS V96 - BUSINESS INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This business internship course offers students who are employed
in the field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience related to
their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance
of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
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BUS V97 - MULTI-SKILLED MEDICAL
ASSISTANT - 14 Units
Hours: 12 lecture, 6 Laboratory weekly
This course will prepare students for entry-level positions as
either a front office or back office medical assistant. The course will
cover general skills, including medical ethics, medical terminology,
basic anatomy and physiology, basic pharmacology, computer skills,
and review of basic English skills. It will also include front office
skills such as scheduling, communication skills, billing and
collections, medical insurance, medical records, and filing. Skills are
performed both manually and on computer. It will provide back office
skills training in asepsis, drug administration, phlebotomy, exam
preparation and assisting, vital signs, basic lab testing, and
emergency first aid. Students are required to develop a personal
por tfolio of their skills for use in the job search. The course also
includes resume writing and preparation for interviews. A multiskilled
medical assistant cer tificate of completion will be awarded to
all students who complete the program with a final grade of C or
higher and a score of 70% or higher on competency tests in all
areas.
Field trips may be required.
BUS V98 - BEGINNING BOOKKEEPING - 20 Units
Hours: 20 lecture weekly
This introductory course provides students with intensive training
in the field of bookkeeping, as well as an introduction to the world of
business and a review of basic math skills. Students also learn
interviewing techniques, resume preparation, and job search skills,
and are required to develop a personal por tfolio which provides
examples of their manual and computerized bookkeeping skills.
Students learn basic accounting principles, including payroll, and
complete a variety of problems, exercises, and simulations utilizing
both manual and computerized systems. This course provides
training for entry-level employment, as well as a foundation for more
advanced study.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Bus 98.
BUS V99A - COMPUTER OFFICE ASSISTANT I - 15 Units
Recommended preparation: demonstrated basic reading and writing
skills
Hours: 7.5 lecture, 22.5 laboratory weekly
This introductory course provides students with the skills that will
enable them to work in the modern office with focus on the computer
as its major tool. Proficiency is attained in the use of up-to-date
keyboarding and word processing software. Written and oral
communications, as well as proofreading and editing, are integrated
in the learning curriculum. In addition to records management
systems, students will learn how to manage and enter data using
spreadsheet and database software programs. Business math
applications and 10-key calculations will also be covered.
Field trips may be required. Formerly BUS V99.
BUS V99B - COMPUTER OFFICE ASSISTANT II - 7.5 Units
Recommended preparation: BUS V99A
Hours: 3.5 lecture, 12 laboratory weekly
This intermediate course provides students with the skills that will
enable them to begin or re-enter the office suppor t industry with
focus on the computer as its major tool. Keyboarding efficiency is
strengthened through timed word processing projects and tasks.
Students will become familiar with and use an accounting software
program applicable to the management of personnel, payroll,
inventory, and other phases of the automated business office.
Field trips may be required.
BUS V99C - COMPUTER OFFICE ASSISTANT III - 7.5 Units
Recommended preparation: BUS V99B
Hours: 3.5 lecture, 12 laboratory weekly
This course provides students with the skills that will enable them
to advance in the office suppor t industry with focus on the computer
as its major tool. Emphasis is placed on desktop publishing, Web
page design, presentation software, and accounting software
applications. The student will gain expertise using office software
that will prepare them for positions in document creation, Web page
design, and other office specialties.
Field trips may be required.
BUS V99D - COMPUTER OFFICE ASSISTANT IV - 3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: BUS V99C
Hours: 1.5 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course provides students with an introduction to the
computerized office. The course also serves as a refresher to those
who desire to update their office skills in a brief course. Emphasis is
placed on computer basics, Windows basics and keyboarding
basics. In addition, students will be introduced to different types of
office software. Laboratory hours will provide students with an
opportunity to develop technique and confidence in using a personal
computer.
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BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
BIS V40 - MICROCOMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN
BUSINESS - 4 Units
Hours: 3 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course provides an overview of microcomputers and
business software with the emphasis on integrating spreadsheets,
word processing documents, database documents, and presentations.
Spreadsheets, database management, Windows, using the
Internet in business, and word processing are topics that will be
covered. A microcomputer lab is available for the lab assignments.
Fees will be required. Formerly BIS 40. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
CAN BUS 6.
BIS V41 - THE INTERNET AND THE
WORLD WIDE WEB - 3 Units
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course will explore the Internet and the Web. Various Web
browsers, search tools, file transfer protocol (FTP), ListServ, e-mail
usage and other Internet and Web access devices will be used to
conduct research efficiently. The emphasis of the course will be to
introduce students to various authoring tools for Web page development
(primarily HTML). Students will learn how to create and upload
a Web page containing the results of their research.
Fees will be required. Formerly BIS 41. Transfer credit: CSU.
BIS V42 - MICROCOMPUTER SOFTWARE SURVEY IN
THE OFFICE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: basic computer and Internet skills
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Introduces students to the use of the microcomputer and
commercially available software used in business offices. Current
software includes Windows, Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, and
the use of electronic mail, graphics, and the World Wide Web for
research. It is a hands-on course.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
BIS V44A - MICROSOFT WORD I - 1-2 Units
Hours: 2-4 lecture-laboratory weekly
The student learns to use Microsoft Word to create business
documents, resumes, reports, newsletters, and much more. This is a
practical hands-on course designed for beginners and self-taught
Word users.
Fees will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times.
Formerly BIS 44A. Transfer credit: CSU.
BIS V44B - MICROSOFT WORD II - 1-2 Units
Prerequisite: BIS V44A
Hours: 2-4 lecture-laboratory weekly
The student learns the advanced uses for Microsoft Word. Flyers,
brochures, forms, and templates will be covered. The student will
learn how to import data from other programs and the Internet. Styles
and individual projects will be analyzed and created. The emphasis is
on tasks typically required in an office/business environment.
Fees will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times.
Formerly BIS 44B. Transfer credit: CSU.
BIS V46 - MICROCOMPUTER DATA
KEYBOARDING - 2 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to develop student keyboarding skills
using activities patterned after actual personal, business and
government data entry applications. Students will learn how to
prepare and handle source documents using a microcomputer.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 46.
BIS V48 - DESKTOP PUBLISHING USING
PAGEMAKER - 2 Units
Hours: 1.5 lecture, 2 laboratory weekly
This course provides information and hands-on training in using
microcomputers, laser printers, and desktop publishing software.
Students learn to produce camera ready, near typeset quality repor ts,
newsletters, and presentations.
Fees will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times.
Formerly BIS 48.
BIS V50 - SELECTING A MICROCOMPUTER - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This workshop is designed for the computer novice. It will cover
basic computer terminology, the different types of hardware and
software available, and the importance of one’s software needs and
then selecting a computer.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly BIS 50. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIS V53 - SOFTWARE UPDATE WORKSHOP - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed to introduce the student to the new
features in software application programs. The specific software
covered will vary according to demand.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly BIS 53. Offered
on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIS V55A - WORD FOR WINDOWS I - .5 Unit
Prerequisite: basic keyboarding skills
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This is an introduction to Word for Windows for beginners.
Students will learn how to access the program; create and edit
documents; save and print; use the block feature; split and merge
paragraphs; and use printing enhancements.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 55A.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIS V55B - WORD FOR WINDOWS II - .5 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIS V55A or experience using Word for
Windows
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
Students will learn how to use a variety of formatting commands,
create reports with headers and footers, and create business
documents using Word for Windows.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 55B.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIS V56A - MICROSOFT POWERPOINT I - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIS V79
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
Students will learn how to use this powerful graphics presentation
program to create effective presentations for business or college
courses.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 56A.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIS V56B - MICROSOFT POWERPOINT II - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIS V56A
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
Students will use skills learned in the introductory course to create
more advanced Powerpoint presentations. More emphasis will be
placed on customizing the text and graphics to meet the specific goal
of the presentation.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 56B.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
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BIS V70 - INTRODUCTION TO THE MICROCOMPUTER: IBM
AND COMPATIBLES - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This is a course to introduce students to the microcomputer and
some of the most popular software programs. Students will learn the
components of the computer, care and handling of the diskettes, and
the basic DOS commands: format, copy, dir, and erase. Students will
also have an opportunity to use word processing, spreadsheet, and
database programs. Practical business applications for these
programs will be discussed.
Formerly BIS 70. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer
credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
BIS V71A - NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS:
INTERNET, THE WEB, E-MAIL - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIS V79
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course provides an overview of networks, how information is
transferred, the uses of the Internet and the World Wide Web, and
how to send and receive e-mail. Students will learn about the various
Internet and Web resources and search tools. Gopher, Veronica,
Archie, FTP, Telnet, Netscape, Mosaic, Usenet and other terms will be
discussed. CD simulations and hands-on practice with a network and
e-mail will be available in the microcomputer lab.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 71A.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
BIS V71B - USING THE WEB FOR RESEARCH - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIS V71A
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
Students will use their knowledge of the Web to explore the
various categories of information on the Web to do research.
Students will do a research project. Each student will choose a
specific topic.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 71B.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
BIS V71C - CREATING A PERSONAL WEB PAGE - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIS V71B
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course provides an introduction to creating a simple Web
page. HTML and Java will be discussed. Students will be able to
view their Web pages via Netscape. Hands-on CD-ROM simulations
of browsing the Web using Netscape will be used. Actual Web
access will be provided depending on availability in the microcomputer
lab.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 71C.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
BIS V73 - DESKTOP PUBLISHING WORKSHOP USING
PAGEMAKER - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This instructor-led hands-on workshop introduces desktop
publishing using PageMaker and gives participants the skills to
produce quality publications with graphics such as ads, reports,
brochures, and other business documents on the IBM PC.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 73. Offered
on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIS V76A - MICROSOFT EXCEL FOR WINDOWS I - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
The latest version of the Excel for Windows spreadsheet program
is used to analyze, summarize and present numeric data for financial
forecasting and budgeting.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 76A.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
BIS V76B - MICROSOFT EXCEL FOR WINDOWS II - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: BIS V76A or extensive experience using Excel and
Windows
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This is an advanced spreadsheet course using Excel to create
char ts, templates and macros, and to analyze "what-if" scenarios.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 76B.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIS V77A - INTRODUCTION TO DATABASE
SOFTWARE I- 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This is an instructor-led hands-on course introducing the student
to the concepts of database management and the use of a database
program in an office environment. Students will create a database
file, manipulate the data, create a customized data-entry form, and
learn how to query the database files, sort and index. Labels and
repor ts typically used in an office will also be created. Software used
will vary.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 77A.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
BIS V77B - INTRODUCTION TO DATABASE
SOFTWARE II - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: BIS V77A or equivalent
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This is an instructor-led hands-on course with advanced
techniques using database software. Topics include enhanced query
design, table design, forms design, macros, and report design. The
emphasis is on the use of a database program in an office/business
environment.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly BIS 77B.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
BIS V79 - INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: BIS V70
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
Students will learn basic skills needed to use a personal computer
while learning about the current Windows Operating System. This
includes the following: use of the mouse; working with multiple
windows and software programs; using help; using Explorer to
organize files and folders; using Explorer to create, rename, copy,
and delete files and folder along with traditional file management
features. Students will also learn how to use word pad, the recycle
bin and paint.
Formerly BIS 79. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer
credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
BIS V88 - BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS
WORKSHOPS - .5-16 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 118 - Credit Courses
BIS V89 - WORKSHOPS IN BUSINESS INFORMATION
SYSTEMS - .5-16 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly BIS 89.
Transfer credit: CSU.
BIS V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN BUSINESS INFORMATION
SYSTEMS - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly BIS 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
BIS V98 - ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - 16 Units
Hours: 16 lecture weekly
Students will learn how to complete typical tasks required of an
administrative assistant: word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail,
filing, telephones and communication skills, and calculating
machines. Interviewing, resume preparation, using the Web to do a
job search and internships will also be covered.
Fees will be required. Formerly BIS 98.
Credit Courses - 119 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
CHEMISTRY
CHEM V01A - GENERAL CHEMISTRY I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V03 or 1 year of high school intermediate algebra
(Algebra II); and CHEM V20-V20L or high school chemistry with
grades of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to matter and energy, atomic
structure, nomenclature, chemical equations, stoichiometry, gases,
thermochemistry, quantum chemistry, bonding, molecular geometry,
oxidation-reduction, liquids and solids, and solutions.
Formerly Chem 1A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN CHEM 2 [with
CHEM V01AL] or CAN CHEM SEQ A [with CHEM V01AL+V01B+
V01BL].
CHEM V01AL - GENERAL CHEMISTRY I
LABORATORY - 2 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V01A or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 6 laboratory weekly
The laboratory provides the students with experience in applying
the principles developed in the lecture. Quantitative experiments that
illustrate the fundamental laws of chemistry are emphasized.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Chem 1AL. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN CHEM 2 [with CHEM V01A] or CAN CHEM SEQ A
[with CHEM V01A+V01B+V01BL].
CHEM V01B - GENERAL CHEMISTRY II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V01A with grade of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents a detailed study of chemical equilibrium,
kinetics, electrochemistry, chemical thermodynamics, and a brief
introduction to organic chemistry and nuclear reactions.
Formerly Chem 1B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN CHEM 4 [with
CHEM V01BL] or CAN CHEM SEQ A [with CHEM V01A+V01AL+
V01BL].
CHEM V01BL - GENERAL CHEMISTRY II
LABORATORY - 2 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V01B or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 6 laboratory weekly
The laboratory provides the student with experience in applying
principles developed in the general chemistry lecture, including
experiments in kinetics, equilibrium, electrochemistry, thermochemistry,
qualitative analysis, and organic chemistry.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Chem 1BL. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN CHEM 4 [with CHEM V01B] or CAN CHEM SEQ A
[with CHEM V01A+V01AL+V01B].
CHEM V10 - THE CHEMICAL ENVIRONMENT - 4 Units
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
A college-level course in chemistry for non-science majors. The
term environment is used in the broadest sense, including, for
example, foods, drugs, plant and animal functional chemicals,
metals, plastics, fer tilizers, pesticides, fossil fuels, fire, technology,
the ear th, water, the atmosphere, and pollution. Fundamentals of
atomic and kinetic-molecular theories are developed to provide a
conceptual framework for interpretation of environmental changes.
Scientific thinking is analyzed and related to everyday thought. The
strengths and limitations of science are considered, with some
exposure to social and philosophical implications.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Chem 10. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
CHEM V10L - ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: CHEM V10 or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course consists of laboratory investigations of environmental
chemicals, in the broad sense of the term. Emphasis is on scientific
thinking and interpretation as a refinement of ordinary thinking.
Materials investigated include common household and industrial
chemicals such as foods, fuels, drugs, detergents, hard water,
cleaners, plastics, cosmetics, and pollutants.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Chem 10L. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
CHEM V12A - GENERAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V01B-V01BL with grades of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course stresses molecular structure, chemical and physical
proper ties, and the preparation of organic compounds with an
emphasis on reaction mechanisms, structure determination,
synthesis, and applications.
Formerly Chem 12A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
CHEM V12AL - GENERAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
LABORATORY - 2 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V12A with grade of C or better or concurrent
enrollment
Hours: 6 laboratory weekly
This course covers the utilization of the techniques of experimental
organic chemistry including physical and chemical methods of
purification, separation, and structure determination, with an
emphasis on synthesis and mechanisms. Infrared spectroscopy and
nuclear magnetic resonance are used extensively in this course.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Chem 12AL. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
CHEM V12B - GENERAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V12A with grade of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course continues the study of functional groups such as
carboxylic acids and their derivatives, carbonyls, amines and
phenols. The emphasis is again on reaction mechanism, structure
determination using nuclear magnetic resonance and infrared
spectroscopy, synthesis and applications. A major par t of this
semester is devoted to the study of biochemistry.
Formerly Chem 12B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
CHEM V12BL - GENERAL ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
LABORATORY - 2 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V12AL with grade of C or better; and CHEM V12B
with grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 6 laboratory weekly
This course covers the utilization of the techniques of experimental
organic chemistry including chemical and physical separations,
purification, chemical syntheses, extraction methods, and structure
determinations, with an emphasis on functional group analysis,
reactivity and mechanisms. Extensive use of infrared spectroscopy,
and analysis of gas chromatography, nuclear magnetic resonance
and mass spectra will be included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Chem 12BL. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 120 - Credit Courses
CHEM V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
CHEMISTRY - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized oppor tunities for students with
intermediate skills who wish to pursue projects not included in the
regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Chem 90. Transfer credit: CSU;
for UC, determined after admission.
CHEM V20 - ELEMENTARY CHEMISTRY - 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V01 or MATH V11B or 1 year of high school
beginning algebra with grade of C or better
Recommended preparation: MATH V03
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course includes fundamental theories, laws, and techniques
of general chemistry, together with their more impor tant applications,
drill in chemical formulas, equations and calculations.
Formerly Chem 20. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN CHEM 6 [with CHEM V20L] or CAN CHEM
SEQ B [with CHEM V20L+V21+V21L].
CHEM V20L - ELEMENTARY CHEMISTRY
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: CHEM V20 or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to laboratory techniques. The
experiments illustrate typical chemical reactions and the principles
covered in the lecture.
Formerly Chem 20L. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN CHEM 6 [with CHEM V20] or CAN CHEM SEQ
B [with CHEM V20+V21+V21L].
CHEM V21 - INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC AND
BIOCHEMISTRY - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V20-V20L or high school chemistry with grades
of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to organic and biological chemistry.
The course covers the preparation, chemical and physical properties
and commercial and technical application of both organic and
biological compounds.
Formerly Chem 21. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN CHEM 8 [with CHEM V21L] or CAN CHEM
SEQ B [with CHEM V20+V20L+V21L].
CHEM V21L - INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC AND
BIOCHEMISTRY LABORATORY - 2 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V21 with grade of C or better or concurrent
enrollment
Hours: 6 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to organic and biological chemistry
laboratory. The reactions and properties of both organic and
biological compounds will be studied.
Formerly Chem 21L. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN CHEM 8 [with CHEM V21] or CAN CHEM SEQ
B [with CHEM V20+V20L+V21].
CHEM V88 - CHEMISTRY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
CHEM V89 - WORKSHOPS IN CHEMISTRY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Chem
89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
Credit Courses - 121 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
CHICANO STUDIES
CHST V01 - INTRODUCTION TO CHICANO
STUDIES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an interdisciplinary survey of the Mexican-
American/Chicano heritage with emphasis on the contemporary
experience in the United States. The survey will include an analysis
of the economic, political, social, and intellectual elements of the
culture of the Mexican-American/Chicano community, and a study of
the changing relationship of the community to the general society of
the United States.
Field trips may be required. Formerly ChStd 1. Same as AES V20.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
CHST V02 - CHICANO STUDIES ISSUES - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: AES V20 or CHST V01
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will assess the similarities and differences of multiple
cultures which have contributed to the Chicano experience. The
examinations of Chicano studies will include historical perspectives
and social science research principles and practices to analyze the
impact of economic, political, cultural, social, and institutional
factors which have shaped the Mexican/Chicano experience in the
Southwest.
Formerly ChStd 2. Same as AES V23. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
CHST V24 - SOCIOLOGY OF THE CHICANO
COMMUNITY - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: AES V20 or CHST V01 or SOC V01
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will examine various theoretical perspectives from a
sociological framework in relation to the Chicano community. Race,
class, gender and culture in the historical development of Chicano
people will be explored as we discuss culture, ethnic identity, the
institutions of education, economics, family and government. This
will include an overview of past and current social movements (i.e.
the Chicano, Chicana Feminism, labor movements and other topics).
The course will analyze prevailing myths and stereotypes and
investigate the ways Chicanos have contributed and participated in
social and political change. Also, specific instances of Chicano
structural resistance to Anglo encroachment and domination will be
discussed. Par ticular attention will also be given to language
development among Chicanos and the historical role of youth.
Field trips may be required. Same as AES V24 & SOC V24.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
CHST V60A-Z - TOPICS IN CHICANO STUDIES - .5-3
Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail or in similar
arrangements in other studies offerings. Examples of topics to be
offered from time to time include. Chicano political issues, economics
issues, and cultural expressions.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
CHST V88 - CHICANO STUDIES WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
CHST V89 - WORKSHOPS IN CHICANO STUDIES - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly ChStd
89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
CHST V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN CHICANO
STUDIES - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly ChStd 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 122 - Credit Courses
CD V15 - SCIENCE EXPERIENCES FOR YOUNG
CHILDREN - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course includes advanced study of the major streams of
curricular theory as they relate to the inquiry skill area of science as
it is presented to young children. Emphasis is upon the application
of theory, assessment, and curricular design, especially through the
use of developmentally appropriate experiences, learning activities,
materials, and equipment.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 15.
CD V16 - BEHAVIOR AND CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT IN
CHILD DEVELOPMENT - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course is a study of developmentally-appropriate child
guidance theories and methods, par ticularly in relation to behavior
management and classroom management. Emphasis is upon
proactive, preventive techniques based upon current child development
theory. The effects of behavior management and classroom
management upon the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social
development of the child is addressed.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 16.
CD V17 - FAMILY AND PARENTING INVOLVEMENT IN
CHILD DEVELOPMENT - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course is an advanced study of the nature of the relationships
between children, parents, and teachers of young children.
Theories, models and strategies for positive communication and
cooperation with the goal of enhancing a child's development in the
environments of home and school are addressed. Emphasis is
placed upon planning programs which reflect mutual understanding
of the roles of families and schools and the development of
supportive networks.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 17.
CD V18 - SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course is a study of developmentally-appropriate programs
and services for special needs children. Emphasis is upon early
identification, assessment, and intervention, especially in terms of the
developmental, social, educational, and legal needs of children at risk.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 18.
CD V21 - PARENT/CHILD ISSUES - .5-3 Units
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide parents with the skills and
resources that promote more effective parent-child interaction.
Emphasis is placed upon the translation of parents' love and concern
for children into effective parenting skills. The normal growth stages
of the child are addressed, as well as the tasks parents carry out to
promote healthy development at each age level, including the
guidance techniques that facilitate positive attitudes towards life and
learning in the child.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly CD 21.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
CD V01 - INTRODUCTION TO CAREERS IN EARLY
CHILDHOOD EDUCATION - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course focuses on the array of career options available to the
child development major. General theories of career development,
sources of career information, the Child Development Permit Matrix,
and exploration of careers including teaching, counseling, working
with children and families, and related matters will be covered.
Field trips may be required.
CD V11 - LANGUAGE ARTS AND LITERACY EXPERIENCES
FOR YOUNG CHILDREN - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This methods course includes advanced study of the academic
areas of language ar ts and literacy as they are presented to young
children. Specific areas covered include activities to develop oral
language facility, writing (handwriting, spelling, functional and
creative writing) and listening. Also, specific techniques dealing with
diagnosis of language development will be addressed. Developmentally
appropriate experiences, learning activities, materials and
equipment are reviewed.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 11.
CD V12 - MATH EXPERIENCES FOR YOUNG
CHILDREN - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course includes advanced study of the major streams of
curricular theory as they relate to the inquiry skills area of mathematics
as it is presented to young children. Emphasis is upon the
application of theory, assessment, and curricular design, especially
through the use of developmentally appropriate experiences, learning
activities, materials and equipment.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 12.
CD V13 - SOCIAL STUDIES EXPERIENCES FOR YOUNG
CHILDREN - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course includes advanced study of the major streams of
curricular theory as they relate to the inquiry skills area of social
studies as it is presented to young children. Emphasis is upon the
application of theory, assessment, and curricular design, especially
through the use of developmentally appropriate experiences, learning
activities, materials, and equipment.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 13.
CD V14 - CREATIVE ARTS EXPERIENCES FOR YOUNG
CHILDREN - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course includes advanced study of the major streams of
curricular theory as they relate to the skill area of the creative ar ts as
they are presented to young children. Emphasis is upon the
application of theory, assessment and curricular design, especially
through the use of developmentally appropriate experiences, learning
activities, materials and equipment.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 14.
Credit Courses - 123 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
CD V24 - CHILD NUTRITION, HEALTH AND
SAFETY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A study of the principles of child nutrition, first aid, health and
safety, including techniques for teaching concepts of health and
safety to children and adults. Students will receive Red Cross
cer tification in basic and infant first aid.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CD 24. Transfer credit: CSU.
CD V26 - PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL AGE
CHILDREN - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the development of programs
for out-of-school care of school age children with a focus on the
characteristics of quality care. Methods of fostering emotional,
intellectual, physical and social development will be explored.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CD 26.
CD V28 - DEVELOPMENTAL CURRICULUM FOR INFANTS
AND TODDLERS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents an advanced study of the developmental
curriculum for infants and toddlers. Curriculum, teaching methods
and materials to provide a rich environment to foster age-appropriate
development will be studied.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 28. Transfer credit: CSU.
CD V29 - ADULT SUPERVISION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
EDUCATION - 2 Units
Prerequisite: CD V64
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is a study of the methods and principles of supervising
student teachers, assistant teachers, parents and volunteers in
early childhood education/child development classrooms. Emphasis
is on the role of classroom teachers who function as mentors to new
teachers while simultaneously addressing the needs of children,
parents, and other staff.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 29.
CD V30 - THE PROCESS OF PARENTING - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide parents with skills, resources
and support for effective parent-child interaction with a limited time
commitment. Emphasis is placed upon helping parents understand
and relate appropriately to children at different ages and stages, with
par ticular attention provided to the unique and specific parenting
concerns raised by students enrolled in the course.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
CD V31 - PARENTING THE INFANT AND
TODDLER - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide parents of infants and toddlers
with skills, resources, and suppor t for effective parent-child
interaction. Emphasis is placed upon helping parents understand and
relate appropriately to children between the ages of bir th and three,
with par ticular attention provided to the unique and specific parenting
concerns raised by students enrolled in the course.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
CD V32 - PARENTING THE PRE-SCHOOLER - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide parents of preschoolers with
skills, resources, and suppor t for effective parent-child interaction.
Emphasis is placed upon helping parents understand and relate
appropriately to children between the ages of three and six, with
par ticular attention provided to the unique and specific parenting
concerns raised by students enrolled in the course.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
CD V33 - PARENTING THE SCHOOL-AGED CHILD - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide parents of school-aged
children with skills, resources, and suppor t for effective parent-child
interaction. Emphasis is placed upon helping parents understand and
relate appropriately to children between the ages of six and twelve,
with par ticular attention provided to unique and specific parenting
concerns raised by students enrolled in the course.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
CD V34 - PARENTING THE ADOLESCENT/EARLY
TEEN - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide parents of adolescents with
skills, resources, and suppor t for effective parent-child interaction.
Emphasis is placed upon helping parents understand and related
appropriately to children between the ages of twelve and sixteen,
with par ticular attention provided to the unique and specific parenting
concerns raised by students enrolled in the course.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
CD V38 - SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers the problems of establishing and operating a
small business. The oppor tunities for small business and the
requirements for success are also discussed.
Field trips may be required. Same as BUS V38. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
CD V40 - DISABILITIES AWARENESS IN CHILD
DEVELOPMENT - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: HEC V23
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will survey the causes and consequences of the
classes of disabilities protected by the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act, and will focus on relevant legal concepts, available
special educational resources and means to compensate for
disabilities. Among the disabilities covered are learning disabilities,
mental retardation, emotional and behavioral disorders, communication
disorders, and hearing, visual and physical impairments.
Formerly CD 40.
CD V42 - EFFECTS OF ABUSE IN YOUNG
CHILDREN - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will cover physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and
neglect and the effects on young children and the family. Substance
exposure and effects will also be covered as they relate to child,
growth and development. Oppor tunity will be provided to develop
skills and materials for use with young children and families.
Field trips may be required.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 124 - Credit Courses
CD V61 - CHILD, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is the study of social and cultural processes affecting
human development from conception to death. It includes family and
community interaction and a survey of resources for improving
family life.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 61. Transfer credit: CSU.
CD V62 - INTRODUCTION TO EARLY CHILDHOOD
PROGRAMS AND CURRICULA - 3 Units
Prerequisite: current negative TB test repor t
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the educational needs of young
children and includes a beginning study of methods for fostering
creative, emotional, language and cognition, physical and social
development. Course activities include observations of a variety of
types of preschools and day care centers in the community.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CD 62. Transfer credit: CSU.
CD V64 - FIELD EXPERIENCE IN CHILD
DEVELOPMENT - 4 Units
Prerequisite: 6 units from CD V11, V12, V13, V14, V15; current
negative TB test repor t
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course provides extended supervised experience in planning
and implementing a developmental curriculum in programs for young
children. Emphasis is upon development and mastery of desired
teacher behaviors and competencies.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly CD 64. Transfer credit: CSU.
CD V65 - ADMINISTRATION OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAMS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CD V62 and HEC V23 with grades of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents and assesses the principles and practices of
nursery school administration. The areas covered include: program
planning, organizational structure, budgeting, personnel, policies and
practices, records, statistics, reporting, and relationship with
community resources, regulatory agencies and parents.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CD 65. Transfer credit: CSU.
CD V88 - CHILD DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula.
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly CD V89.
CD V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN CHILD
DEVELOPMENT - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly CD 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
CD V50 - ADVANCED STUDY OF SPECIAL TOPICS IN EARLY
CHILDHOOD EDUCATION - 4.5 Units
Prerequisite: CD V64 or California state child development permit at
the "Teacher" level or equivalent; current negative TB test repor t
Hours: 2 lecture, 7.5 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to afford the advanced student in child
development the opportunity to explore in-depth an identified special
topic and to further expand understanding through both course
lectures and independent studies. In addition to par ticipation in the
course seminar and small groups, the student will, under supervision
of the instructor, design, develop, and implement a unique individual
project which reflects the student's application of theories and skills
in the specialization area. Data will be collected, and the student will
develop and deliver in class a final multimedia presentation which
details the individual project.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
CD V60A-Z - TOPICS IN CHILD DEVELOPMENT - .5-3
Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in similar detail by other
child development offerings. Examples of topics to be offered from
time to time include: self-esteem, discipline, children’s play,
kindergarten readiness, and reading readiness.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CD 60A-Z.
CD V60D - ENVIRONMENTS FOR EMERGING
LITERACY - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course includes the basic theories of language development
and literacy, and the application of these theories to curriculum
development for programs for young children. Developmentallyappropriate
experiences, learning activities, and materials are
reviewed.
Formerly CD 60D. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
CD V60E - PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER: UNIT-BASED
INSTRUCTION - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course includes an overview of the theories, principles and
practices of curriculum design for programs for young children. The
processes of planning, implementation, parent and family involvement
components, and individualized instruction are addressed. Full
curriculum integration techniques will be employed.
Formerly CD 60E. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
CD V60F - DEVELOPMENTALLY-APPROPRIATE PRACTICE
IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course includes the basic theories which are the foundation
for curricula characterized as developmentally-appropriate. Practices
also recognized as developmentally-appropriate for young children
from infancy through the primary are addressed.
Formerly CD 60F. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
Credit Courses - 125 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
CD V95 - CHILD DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This child development internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
CD V96 - CHILD DEVELOPMENT INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This child development internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 126 - Credit Courses
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
CIS V01 - INTRODUCTION TO ORACLE AND
SQL* PLUS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: working knowledge of Windows 95, 98
or 2000
Hours: 2 lecture, 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will introduce students to relational database
applications and management using industry-standard SQL (Structured
Query Language) in Oracle's powerful SQL* Plus environment.
Students will program in SQL commands, functions, and operators
supported by Oracle as extensions to standard SQL. Students will
also be introduced to Procedural Language (PL) to create PL/SQL
blocks of application code that can be shared in multiple forms,
repor ts and data management applications. Designed for students
and professionals seeking Oracle cer tification.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V02 - INTRODUCTION TO ORACLE FOR EXPERIENCED
SQL USERS - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: CIS V01 or equivalent
Hours: 1 lecture, 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course offers experienced students who are proficient in the
industry standard Structured Query Language (SQL) programming
language advanced concepts of Oracle systems. Students will
practice programming in SQL commands, manipulate data functions
and set operators. Students will use Procedural Language (PL) to
create PL/SQL code that can be used for written subqueries,
managing tables, controlling user access and generally learn
program management. Designed for students and professionals
seeking Oracle cer tification.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V03 - ORACLE PL/SQL PROGRAMMING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V01 or equivalent
Hours: 2 lecture, 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course offers the student hands-on, real-world labs,
exercises, projects and the opportunity to start developing PL/SQL
skills. PL/SQL stands for "Procedural Language (PL) extensions to
Structured Query Language (SQL). Students will learn multiple codes
in order to program PL/SQL procedures, functions, triggers,
packages, and object types in Oracle's SQL* Plus and Procedure
Builder environments. From the use of logic, analytical thinking and
quantitative evaluation, students will successfully complete and
generate computer outputs. Designed for students and professionals
seeking Oracle cer tification.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V07 - ORACLE FORMS DEVELOPER: BUILD INTERNET
APPLICATIONS I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V03 or equivalent
Hours: 2 lecture, 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course offers the student hands-on, real world labs,
exercises, projects and the opportunity to start designing and
developing sophisticated data entry and query screens working in a
Graphical User Inter face (GUI) environment. In this course, the
student builds and tests interactive Internet applications that prompt
for user input, incorporate graphics and sound, and perform data
calculations. A student will use Oracle Forms, part of Oracle’s
Developer Suite, with the use of Wizards and the Object Navigator to
customize Forms with user input items such as check boxes, list
items, and radio groups. A student will also learn to create a form
using blocks, triggers, and reusable objects and code. Designed for
students and professionals seeking Oracle certification.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V08 - ORACLE FORMS DEVELOPER: BUILD INTERNET
APPLICATIONS II - 2 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V07 or equivalent
Hours: 1 lecture, 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course offers the student hands-on, real world labs,
exercises, projects, and the oppor tunity to broaden their application
building skills using Oracle Forms Developer, a productive development
environment for building enterprise-class Internet database
applications. In this course, the student creates multiple-form
Internet applications and learns to manage multiple transactions
across modules. By adding custom menus, repor ts and charts, the
student also learns to enhance applications. Finally, the course
teaches the student to enhance the user interface for Web-deployed
forms using Java Beans. Designed for students and professionals
seeking Oracle cer tification.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V17 - ORACLE FORMS DEVELOPER:
BUILD REPORTS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V01 or CIS V02 or equivalent
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course offers students hands-on, real-world exercises, and the
opportunity to design and develop a variety of repor ts using the Oracle
Developer Release in a client-server environment. Through lab exercises in
a graphical user inter face (GUI), students learn how to retrieve, display
and format data in a variety of styles such as tabular, matrix, mailing label
and letter repor ts. Students will also learn how to customize complex
repor ts, embed graphical char ts and reports and use the remote repor ts
server. This course is designed for students and professionals seeking
Oracle cer tification.
Fees will be required.
CIS V21 - ORACLE APPLICATION DEVELOPER:
CERTIFICATION PREPARATION - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: working in the information technology
industry
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course is designed to help the student prepare for and review
the theory and skills necessary to pass the Oracle Application
Developer certification exams. Only one area of cer tification will be
reviewed (i.e., Oracle SQL and PL/SQL, PL/SQL programming units,
developing applications with Oracle Forms, developing advanced
applications with Oracle Forms).
Fees will be required.
CIS V25 - ORACLE DATABASE FUNDAMENTALS I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V02 or equivalent
Hours: 2 lecture, 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to provide a firm foundation in basic
administrative tasks of the Oracle Database Administrator (DBA). The
course will also provide the necessary knowledge and skills to
setup, maintain and troubleshoot the current Oracle Database
Release. The student will learn to use administration tools to star t up
and shut down a database, create a database, manage file and
database storage, and manage users and their privileges. In addition,
the student will learn to organize the database and to move data into
and between databases, under different environments. Hands-on
practices help to reinforce key concepts, and students will have an
opportunity to troubleshoot real life issues when they are given
examples of questions frequently asked of Oracle Worldwide
Support. This course is intended as preparation for the Oracle
Database Administrator certification exam.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
Credit Courses - 127 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
CIS V26 - ORACLE DATABASE FUNDAMENTALS II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V25 or equivalent
Hours: 2 lecture, 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course introduces students to the critical task of planning
and implementing database backup and recovery strategies. In
hands-on exercises, students will examine backup and recovery
techniques and examine various backup, failure, restore, and
recovery scenarios, along with backup methodologies based on
business requirements. Students will construct a standby database
to minimize primary database downtime. Students utilize multiple
strategies and Oracle tools such as Recovery Manager (RMAN) to
perform backups, and restore and recovery operations. Designed for
students and professionals seeking Oracle certification.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V43 - INTRODUCTION TO IBM’S UNIX/LINUX AIX-L
(ADVANCED INTERACTIVE EXECUTIVE-LINUX) - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: knowledge of Windows operating
systems
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course offers students hands-on, real world labs and the
opportunity to perform everyday tasks using the Advanced
Interactive Executive (AIX) operating system. AIX-L is the version of
UNIX/Linux that typically runs on IBM’s pSeries and RS/6000
systems. Through lecture and lab exercises, students will learn how
to use the vi editor, execute common AIX-L commands and manage
AIX-L processes. Students will learn to use common AIX-L utilities,
write simple shell scripts, and learn how to customize the Common
Desktop Environment (CDE). This course is designed for students
and professionals seeking IBM certification.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V44 - IBM'S UNIX-AIX (ADVANCED INTERACTIVE
EXECUTIVE) SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION I - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: knowledge of Windows operating system
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course offers students hands-on, real-world labs and the
opportunity to perform administrative tasks using the AIX (Advanced
Interactive Executive) operating system, the version of UNIX that
typically runs on IBM's pSeries and RS/6000 systems. Through
lecture and lab exercises, students learn how to install and
customize the AIX operating system, software bundles and file sets.
Students will learn to perform system tasks: start up, shut down, file
management, security, restore system backups, manage physical
and logical devices. Designed for students and professionals seeking
IBM certification.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V45 - IBM'S UNIX-AIX (ADVANCED INTERACTIVE
EXECUTIVE) SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION II - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: CIS V44
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course offers students hands-on, real-world labs and the
opportunity to perform administrative tasks using the AIX (Advanced
Interactive Executive) operating system, the version of UNIX that
typically runs on IBM's pSeries and RS/6000 systems. Through
lecture and lab exercises, students learn how to solve many types of
system problems. This course provides advanced topics on system
performance, update management and security options. Designed for
students and professionals seeking IBM certification.
Fees will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V54 - CISCO ROUTING 2.0 - 4 Units
Prerequisite: Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA)
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course provides the student with the knowledge to configure
Cisco routers for advanced network deployment. The course also
prepares the student for the Cisco Routing 2.0 exam. The Routing
2.0 exam is one of four exams required to become a Cisco Cer tified
Networking Professional (CCNP).
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V55 - BUILDING CISCO REMOTE ACCESS
NETWORKS - 4 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V54 or equivalent
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course provides the student with the knowledge to configure
Cisco routers for advanced network deployment in remote access
networks. The course also prepares the student for the Building
Cisco Remote Access Networks (BCRAN) cer tification exam. The
BCRAN exam is one of four exams required to become a Cisco
Certified Networking Professional (CCNP).
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V56 - CISCO MULTILAYER SWITCHING - 4 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V54
Hours: 8 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to teach students Cisco multilayer
networking switching. In an environment that has a combination of
bridges and routers, this course will show the student how to
upgrade intranet systems by using an approach to networking called
multilayer switching. The course also prepares the student for the
Cisco Multilayer Switching exam, which is one of four exams
required to become a Cisco Cer tified Networking Professional
(CCNP).
Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V57 - CISCO CCNP INTERNETWORKING
TROUBLESHOOTING - 4 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V56 or equivalent
Hours: 8 lecture-laboratory weekly
Cisco Internetworking Troubleshooting (CIT) is the last of four
exams required to become a Cisco Cer tified Networking Professional
(CCNP). This course provides a comprehensive guide for troubleshooting
LANs, and WANs that use TCP/IP, IPX, and AppleTalk
protocols. In addition, switched and VLAN network troubleshooting
are covered. Labs allow hands-on experience in networking
technologies, practices, and troubleshooting skills needed for the
640-506 support exam.
Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V58 - CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY
PROGRAM CCNA I - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: knowledge of current Microsoft operating
system
Hours: 8 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to provide students with the classroom
and laboratory experiences, in current and emerging computer
internetworking technology. Students completing the academy course
series are eligible to take the Cisco Cer tified Networking Associate
(CCNA) cer tification exam. Instruction includes LANs, WANs, OSI
Models, IP addressing, router configuration, accessing and
controlling routers, creating configuration files, review of routing
concepts and Internet Protocol (IP) routing processing.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 128 - Credit Courses
CIS V59 - CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY
PROGRAM CCNA II - 4 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V58 or equivalent
Hours: 8 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will provide students with classroom and laboratory
experiences in current and emerging computer internetworking
technology and prepare the students for the Cisco Certified
Networking Associate (CCNA) exam. Students completing this course
are eligible to take the CCNA cer tification exam. Instruction includes
LAN switching, VLANs, LAN design, IGRP, Novell IPX, WAN, WAN
design, PPP, ISDN, and Frame Relay.
Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V60 - INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER
NETWORKING - 2 Units
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to help students understand the fundamentals
of computer networking. Subjects will include hardware and
software installation procedures and system troubleshooting. This is
a beginning course for students interested in the networking industry.
Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V61 - MICROSOFT WORKSTATION OPERATING
SYSTEM - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will help the student prepare for Microsoft Certification
Exam 70-270, "Installing, Configuring, and Administering
Microsoft Windows XP Professional." Course topics will include
installation, implementing, and administering resources, managing
and troubleshooting hardware devices, monitoring and optimization
of system performance and reliability, network protocols and
services, and implementing, monitoring, and troubleshooting
security.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU;
credit limitations - see counselor.
CIS V62 - MICROSOFT NETWORK OPERATING
SYSTEM - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will help the student prepare for Microsoft Certification
Exam 70-215, "Installing, Configuring, and Administering
Microsoft Windows 2000 Server." Course topics will include
installing WIN2K server, resource access, hardware devices and
drivers, storage use, network connections, and security.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU;
credit limitations - see counselor.
CIS V63 - MICROSOFT WINDOWS.NET SERVER - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will help the student to prepare for Microsoft
Certification Exam 70-275, "Installing, Configuring, and Administering
Microsoft Windows.Net Server." Course topics will include
installing WIN2K server, resource access, hardware devices and
drivers, storage use, network connections, and security.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU;
credit limitations - see counselor.
CIS V64 - TCP/IP ON WINDOWS NT - 4 Units
Hours: 3 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course prepares students to take Microsoft's "Internetworking
with TCP/IP on Windows NT" certification exam. Subjects covered
include installing and configuring TCP/IP, RAS servers, monitoring
TCP/IPO traffic, and troubleshooting.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times.
CIS V65 - INTERNET INFORMATION SERVER 4 - 4 Units
Hours: 3 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course prepares students to take Microsoft's "Internet
Information Server 4" certification exam. Subjects covered include
installing and configuring Internet Information Server (IIS), configuring
and managing Resource Access, monitoring IIS, and troubleshooting.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times.
CIS V73 - COMPUTER MAINTENANCE
TECHNOLOGY - 2 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course will provide the necessary skills needed to maintain,
upgrade and troubleshoot personal computer systems. The student
will receive hands-on training in installing components such as
motherboards, hard drives and Random Access Memory (RAM).
Students will learn about operating systems (O/S) and networking
components. Students will also learn about connecting accessory
equipment such as printers, scanners and modems. Emphasis will be
placed upon safety, optimum system operation, and preparing
students to succeed as an entry-level computer technician.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly BIS
V99.
CIS V74 - COMPTIA A+ CERTIFICATION PREPARATION
TRAINING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: CIS V73 or equivalent
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This CompTIA A+ certification exam is intended for people with at
least six months of practical computer servicing experience. There
are two par ts to the exam, one that measures knowledge about
hardware and one about operating systems. The A+ certification is
often viewed as an entry-level credential for computer technicians.
This course provides instruction to help prepare the student to pass
the A+ certification exam.
Formerly CIS V70 & V71.
CIS V75 - CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORKING ASSOCIATE
(CCNA) EXAM REVIEW - 4 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V53 or equivalent
Hours: 8 lecture-laboratory weekly
The objective of this course is to help the student pass the Cisco
Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exam. The curriculum is
designed as a review of the exam topics. This is not an alternative to
the four Cisco Academy semesters; it is an enhancement for those
students who have successfully completed the CCNA content
courses or equivalent courses.
CIS V76 - CISCO WIRELESS NETWORKING - 2 Units
Prerequisite: CIS V50 or equivalent
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
The Cisco Wireless Networking course focuses on the design,
planning, implementation, operation, and troubleshooting of Wireless
Local Area Networks (WLANs). The primary focus will be on the
Aeronet 350 series access points and bridges products.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V77 - CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORKING PROFESSIONAL
(CCNP) EQUIPMENT TRAINING - 2 Units
Prerequisite: CCNA cer tification (640-507 Exam)
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed for students who need practical experience
with Cisco routers and switches prior to taking the Routing 2.0
course. This is not an abbreviated version of Routing 2.0. It is a
hands-on router class, a review of routing principles and commands,
an in-depth look at Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), and router configuration
to improve system efficiency.
Credit Courses - 129 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
CIS V80 - COMPTIA NETWORK+ CERTIFICATION
PREPARATION - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: CIS V60 or equivalent
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course helps prepare the student for the CompTIA Network+
certification exam. A successful candidate understands the layers of
the OSI model, can describe the features and functions of network
components and has skills needed to install, configure, and
troubleshoot basic networking hardware, peripherals and protocols.
Network+ certification is considered important industry preparation
for employment.
Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V81 - COMPTIA SERVER+ CERTIFICATION
PREPARATION - 3 Units
Recommend preparation: CIS V74 or equivalent
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will help prepare the student for the CompTIA
Server+ cer tification exam. Exam topics include advanced hardware
issues, such as RAID, SCSI, Multiple CPUs, SANs, server types,
system bus architectures, and disaster recovery, upgrading and
security concepts. Server+ certification is considered important
industry preparation for employment.
Transfer credit: CSU.
CIS V88 - COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
CIS V95 - COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommend preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This computer information system internship course offers students
who are volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work
experience related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a
result of consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline
and the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only.
CIS V96 - COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommend preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This computer information system internship course offers
students who are employed in the field an oppor tunity to expand their
work experience related to their field of study. Students are accepted
as a result of consultation with a designated faculty member in the
discipline and the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 130 - Credit Courses
CS V17 - DISCRETE STRUCTURES - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V20 or both MATH V04 and MATH V05
Recommended preparation: CS V11 or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course introduces the student to discrete mathematics as it is
used in computer science. Topics includes functions, relations, sets,
propositional and predicate logic, simple circuit logic, proof
techniques, elementary combinatorics, and discrete probability.
Field trips may be required. Same as MATH V52. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN CSCI 26.
CS V19 - COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE AND
ORGANIZATION - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V15 or equivalent; and CS V17 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course introduces students to the organization and architecture
of computer systems, beginning with the standard von Neumann
model and then moving forward to more recent architectural
concepts. This course also offers the students an introduction to
assembly language for low-level programming of system software
and computer applications.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN CSCI 10.
CS V20 - BEGINNING VISUAL BASIC - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V04 or equivalent; and MATH V03 or 1 year of high
school intermediate algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Recommended preparation: CS V11 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the student to the concepts of event-driven
programming. This course presents the knowledge, skills and
techniques to build Visual Basic programs. Topics include the
programming design process, visual console procedures, an
overview of computer hardware organization, data representation,
instruction forms, flowcharting problems, logic solutions, and
algorithms for problem solution. Concepts and definitions include:
labels, variables, subscripts, data structures, object-oriented design,
OLE, API, Windows forms, and scientific notation. Also included are
debugging Visual Basic statements and elementary coding.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN CSCI 6.
CS V22 - INTERMEDIATE VISUAL BASIC - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V11 or CS V20 or equivalent
Recommended preparation: MATH V03 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This intermediate-level course presents to students the concepts
of developing Microsoft Windows applications with Visual Basic.
Topics include Multiple Document Interface (MDI), graphics, custom
controls Dynamic Link Libraries (DLLs), Object Linking and
Embedding (OLE), advanced database access, and the Windows API.
Emphasis is placed on developing more advanced programming
techniques using programming standards, application integration,
and rapid development.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit;
CSU; UC.
COMPUTER SCIENCE
CS V04 - INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS AND COMPUTER
LITERACY - 3 Units
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the student to the fundamental concepts of
computers and computer literacy. Topics include information
technology, operating systems, applications software, hardware
components, input, output, storage, graphics, hypermedia, multimedia,
networking, computer communications, the Internet, Web page
features, computer security, privacy with computer communications,
systems analysis, systems design, programming languages,
programming methods, management information systems, and the
ACM Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. This course also
offers the student an introduction to the historical and social context
of computing, including an overview of computer and information
sciences as a discipline.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN CSCI 2.
CS V11 - PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: CS V04 or equivalent; and MATH V03 or
1 year of high school intermediate algebra (Algebra II) with grade of
C or better
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the student to fundamental concepts of
procedural programming. Topics include data types, control
structures, functions, arrays, files, and the mechanics of running,
testing, and debugging. The course emphasizes good software
engineering principles and developing fundamental programming
skills in the context of a functional programming language.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN CSCI 22.
CS V13 - OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V11 or equivalent; and MATH V03 or 1 year of high
school intermediate algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the concepts of object-oriented programming
to students with a background in the procedural paradigm. The
course begins with a review of control structures and data types with
emphasis on structured data types and array processing. It then
moves on to introduce the object-oriented programming paradigm,
focusing on the definition and use of classes along with the
fundamentals of object-oriented design. Other topics include an
overview of programming language principles, simple analysis of
algorithms, basic searching and sorting techniques, and an
introduction to software engineering issues.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
CS V15 - DATA STRUCTURES AND ALGORITHMS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V13 or equivalent; and MATH V20 or both MATH
V04 and MATH V05
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course builds on the foundation provided by the programming
fundamentals/object-oriented programming sequence to introduce
the fundamental concepts of data structures and the algorithms that
proceed from them. Topics include recursion, the underlying
philosophy of object-oriented programming, fundamental data
structures (including stacks, queues, linked lists, hash tables, trees,
and graphs), the basics of algorithmic analysis, and an introduction
to the principles of language translation.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN CSCI 24.
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CS V24 - ADVANCED VISUAL BASIC - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V22 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course presents object-oriented programming with Visual
Basic to the student. The course begins with a review of advancedlevel
event model design methods for Single-Document Interface
(SDI) and Multiple-Document Interface (MDI) applications. It then
moves on to introduce the object-oriented programming paradigm,
focusing on the definition and use of classes along with the
fundamentals of object-oriented design. Other topics include an
overview of programming language principles, analysis of algorithms,
building ActiveX components and an introduction to software
engineering issues.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
CS V30 - BEGINNING C++ - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V04 or equivalent; and MATH V03 or 1 year of high
school intermediate algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the student to the concepts of objectoriented
programming. The course begins with a review of control
structures and data types with emphasis on structured data types
and array processing. It then moves to introduce the object-oriented
program paradigm, focusing on the definition and use of classes
along with fundamentals of object-oriented design. Other topics
include an overview of programming language principles, analysis of
algorithms, and an introduction to software engineering issues. A
complete object-oriented development framework is presented that
encourages extensibility, reusability, and manages complexity.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN CSCI 18.
CS V32 - INTERMEDIATE C++ - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V13 or CS V30 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course will cover intermediate C++ programming using the
Windows environment. The Windows-based programs created will
incorporate modern object-oriented design methods. Advanced
programming concepts, design methods, and implementation of
C++ in an object-oriented Windows-based environment are
included. Students will create sophisticated applications utilizing a
graphical user interface.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
CS V34 - ADVANCED C++ - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V32 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course presents to the student advanced C++ and the
implementation of enterprise level software architectures. Topics
include enhancing maintainability of software with error handling,
pointers in a Common Object Model (COM)+ environment, string
details in C++ for international development, COM+ currency, using
COM+ objects in interoperable development environments, Active
Template Library (ATL) with multiple inheritance, cross-platform
data-transformation services, marshal-by-value implementations in
C++, COM+ reference-cycle management, and the Standard
Template Library (STL) in the COM+ realm. This course also covers:
software systems with a COM+ four-tier business-object application
pattern; designing solutions with a Simple Object Access Protocol
(SOAP); the Microsoft Management Queue (MSMQ), designing
scalable systems with Microsoft Transaction Server (MTS); and
understanding data access in the COM+ age.
Fees will be required. Field Trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
CS V40 - BEGINNING JAVA - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V04 or equivalent; and MATH V03 or 1 year of high
school intermediate algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the student to fundamental concepts of
object-oriented programming with Java. Topics include data types,
control structures, functions, arrays, files, and the mechanics of
running, testing, and debugging. It them moves on to introduce the
object-oriented programming paradigm, focusing on the definition
and use of classes along with the fundamentals of object-oriented
design. The course also offers an introduction to the historical and
social context of computing and an overview of computer science as
a discipline.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
CS V42 - INTERMEDIATE JAVA - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V13 or CS V40 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course builds on the student's knowledge of object-oriented
design and provides the student with the skills and techniques to
create Java application and applets. Topics included in this course
are the Java language, Java API, Java programming techniques,
integrating graphics, security issues, Java tools, Java applets, and
JavaScript.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
CS V44 - ADVANCED JAVA - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V42 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course presents to the student the skills and knowledge
needed to create advanced Java applications. Included in this course
are advanced Java applications design theory, advanced Swing
features, database manipulations, advanced thread usage, Java
Server Pages with JDBC, distributed computing between Java
programs, streams-based sockets, object serialization, advanced
reusable software components and advanced security issues.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
CS V80 - BEGINNING C - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V04 or equivalent; and MATH V03 or 1 year of high
school intermediate algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Recommended preparation: CS V11 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the students to programming with C
language. Included in this course are program design process, C
operators, standard I/O functions, strings, pointers, arrays,
datatypes, storage classes, file operations, and design of common
algorithms. Algorithms are implemented as structured programs in C
language.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN CSCI 16.
CS V82 - UNIX SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V80 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course builds on the student's knowledge of the C programming
language and introduces UNIX features and facilities. The
course helps the student to explore issues related to programming in
a UNIX environment. The difference between programming in a DOS/
Windows environment and in a UNIX/X-Windows environment is
covered focusing on the UNIX system call interface, the programming
interface between the UNIX Kernel and applications software
running in the UNIX environment. Students will create 32-bit
applications in the UNIX programming environment.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
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CS V96 - COMPUTER SCIENCE INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in minimum 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This computer science internship course offers students with
intermediate skills who are employed in the field an opportunity to
expand their work experience related to their field of study. Students
are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated faculty
member in the discipline and the acceptance of an approved work
proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitation–see counselor;
for UC, determined after admission.
CS V86 - FORTRAN PROGRAMMING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CS V04 or equivalent; and MATH V03 or 1 year of high
school intermediate algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Recommended preparation: CS V11 or equivalent
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course presents to the student the concept of programming
with FORTRAN. Topics include numerical computing, data types,
control structures, programs and subprograms, dynamic memory
allocation, pointers, arrays, files, and the mechanics of running,
testing and debugging. The course emphasizes good software
engineering principles and developing fundamental programming
skills in the context of the FORTRAN programming language.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN CSCI 4.
CS V88 - COMPUTER SCIENCE
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
CS V89 - WORKSHOPS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit:
CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
CS V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN COMPUTER
SCIENCE - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
CS V95 - COMPUTER SCIENCE INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in minimum 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This computer science internship course offers students with
intermediate skills who are volunteers (unpaid) an oppor tunity to
obtain work experience related to their field of study. Students are
accepted as a result of consultation with a designated faculty
member in the discipline and the acceptance of an approved work
proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitation–see counselor;
for UC, determined after admission.
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CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
CT V20 - BLUEPRINT READING:
ARCHITECTURAL/CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides experience in construction blueprint reading
and plan review. Experiences will include the study of lines, symbols,
notations and dimensions used on architectural drawings. Code
interpretation and design compliance will be stressed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 20. Same as ARCH V11 &
DRFT V02B. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
CT V30 - MACHINE WOODWORKING - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is offered in a machine woodworking facility. This
course is a study of operations commonly performed in cabinet and
furniture shops. Students will work on individual woodworking
projects as they learn both shop safety and craftsmanship.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3
times. Transfer credit: CSU.
CT V37 - LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
In this course, students will gain practical field experience in
installing landscape planting and irrigation systems. Proper use of
typical construction materials, tools, and power equipment will be
emphasized. Actual projects may include decks, patios, overheads,
benches, walls, fences, walks, low voltage lighting, water elements
and grading. California licensing, contracts and codes will be
reviewed.
Field trips may be required. Same as HORT V37. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
CT V40 - ICBO BUILDING CODE CERTIFICATION
PREPARATION - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: ARCH V59 or CT V59 or 2 years of
experience using the Uniform Building Code
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
The course will provide a review of the Uniform Building Code and
focus on information necessary to pass the International Conference
of Building Officials (I.C.B.O.) cer tification exam. This I.C.B.O. exam
is required for employment as a building or combination inspector.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly CT 40.
CT V41 - IAPMO PLUMBING CODE CERTIFICATION
PREPARATION - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: CT V71 or 2 years of experience using
the Uniform Plumbing Code
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course will provide a review of the Uniform Plumbing Code
and focus on information necessary to pass the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) plumbing
certification exam. Cer tification is required for employment as a
plumbing or combination inspector.
Formerly CT 41.
CT V42 - IAPMO MECHANICAL CODE CERTIFICATION
PREPARATION - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: CT V72 or 2 years of experience using
the Uniform Mechanical Code
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course will provide a review of the Uniform Mechanical Code
and focus on information necessary to pass the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAMPO) mechanical
cer tification exam. Cer tification is required for employment as a
mechanical or combination inspector.
Formerly CT 42.
CT V43 - ELECTRICAL CERTIFICATION
PREPARATION - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: CT V66 or 2 years of experience using
the National Electrical Code
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course will provide a review of the National Electrical Code
and focus on information necessary to pass the International Code
Conference (ICC), International Association of Electrical Inspectors
(IAEI) and Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) certification
exams. Successful passage of certification exams is required for
employment as electricians or electrical inspectors.
Formerly CT 43.
CT V45 - ICBO PLANS EXAMINER CERTIFICATION
PREPARATION - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: ARCH V59 or CT V59 or 2 years plan
checking experience
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to nonstructural plan checking and
review for the International Conference of Building Officials (I.C.B.O.)
"Plans Examiner" certification examination. The course will cover
advanced material contained in the Uniform Building Code.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly CT 45.
CT V46 - BUILDING PERMIT TECHNICIAN - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the duties and responsibilities of
a Building Department Permit Technician. Subjects to be studied will
include building and zoning code regulations, construction plans and
documents, permit fee schedules and permit processing. This course
will help students prepare for industry cer tification as a Permit
Technician.
CT V47 - BUILDING AND ZONING CODE
ENFORCEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to building and zoning code
enforcement. Code enforcement is the study of community regulatory
standards pertaining to housing and commercial development.
Subjects to be studied will include state codes, duties of enforcement
officers, and professional cer tification.
CT V50 - CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR LICENSE
PREPARATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides preparation for the California General
Contractor's License exam. Law subjects and trade subjects will be
studied through lectures and practice exams. State licensing requires
four years of construction experience or a combination of education
and experience.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly CT 50.
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CT V63 - REINFORCED CONCRETE
CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to basic soil mechanics and
reinforced concrete and masonry construction. Subjects to be
studied include: soil composition, soil strength factors, the different
types of brick block masonry construction, concrete construction
and Por tland cement composition. This course will stress construction
methods, building materials and the inspection process.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly CT 63.
CT V64 - BUILDING CONSTRUCTION: MATERIALS AND
METHODS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to residential and light commercial
building construction, including materials, foundations, framing, roof
and stair cutting, drywall, finish work and building codes. This
course is intended to serve as an overview of the construction
process.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 64. Same as ARCH V64.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
CT V65 - STRUCTURAL STEEL AND WELDING
CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a study of structural steel and welding use in
building construction. Building types, grades of materials, assembly
methods, blueprint reading and other subjects will be studied. The
course in intended for inspectors, project supervisors and construction
workers. The course will also help prepare students for related
industry cer tifications.
Field trips may be required. CT V65/WEL V65 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CT 65. Same as
WEL V65.
CT V66 - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the National Electrical Code. The
Code layout and content will be the focus of study. Subjects covered
will include vocabulary, service, circuits, conduits, conductors and
system inspection.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3
times. Formerly CT 66.
CT V67 - BUILDING ACCESSIBILITY
REGULATIONS - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is a study of California and federal regulations that
cover building accessibility for disabled persons. Both public and
private buildings will be studied as well as parking, exterior routes of
travel, entrances, exits and other accommodations. This course is
intended for building designers as well as contractors and inspectors.
This course will also help prepare students for industry
certification.
Field trips may be required. CT V67/ARCH V67 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CT 67. Same
as ARCH V67.
CT V69 - CALIFORNIA ENERGY REGULATIONS - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is a study of the state of California Energy Standards.
The course will also study the mandatory energy conservation
requirements in residential construction per Title 24. The course will
include an introduction to computer software used for energy
compliance.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3
times. Formerly CT 69.
CT V52 - PROPERTY INSPECTION - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to property and real estate
inspection. Foundation, roofing, utility systems, liability and industry
cer tifications are some of the subjects that will be studied.
Field trips may be required.
CT V58 - INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the International Residential Code
(IRC). Students will learn interpretation and use of the residential
building code as it applies to modern construction. Design criteria
and inspection processes will be emphasized. Course content will
include information related to residential code cer tification for
inspectors and designers. Topics of instruction will follow the content
of the most recent IRC as published by the International Code Council
(ICC).
Transfer credit: CSU.
CT V59 - UNIFORM BUILDING CODE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a fundamental course acquainting the student with all aspects
of the Uniform Building Code and other applicable construction
safety codes, including how codes are written, enforced, their purpose,
legal status, and their application in wood frame construction.
Field trips may be required. CT V59/ARCH V59 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly CT 59. Same as
ARCH V59. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
CT V60 - SIMPLIFIED ENGINEERING FOR BUILDING
CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a fundamental course designed to give the student an
acquaintance and overview of basic engineering principles and
provide a beginning understanding of their application in wood frame
construction.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 60. Same as ARCH V60.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
CT V61 - PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will provide an introduction to public works construction
and inspection. Subjects to be studied will include soil mechanics,
geological repor ts, land development, site preparation, foundation
design, drainage control and underground utilities.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 61.
CT V62 - STRUCTURAL MASONRY
CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to structural masonry construction.
Subjects to be studied will include brick and block construction,
mortar types, grouting requirements and reinforcements. This course
will stress construction methods, building materials and the
inspection process. This course will also help students prepare for
industry certification exams. No prior experience is necessary.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly CT 62.
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CT V71 - UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the Uniform Plumbing Code. The
Code layout and content will be the focus of study. Subjects to be
covered will include vocabulary, water supply systems, waste
drainage, construction materials and code inspection. A prior
understanding of plumbing systems is preferred.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3
times. Formerly CT 71.
CT V72 - UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the Uniform Mechanical Code.
The Code layout and content will be the focus of study. Subjects to
be covered will include vocabulary, materials, methods used in
heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems. Code problems and
the inspection of mechanical systems will be emphasized. A prior
understanding of HVAC system is preferred.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3
times. Formerly CT 72.
CT V75 - INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND
MECHANICAL SYSTEMS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to residential and light commercial
electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and ventilation
systems. Subjects to be studied will include vocabulary, equipment,
materials, construction methods and basic inspection requirements.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 75. Same as ARCH V75.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
CT V76 - CONSTRUCTION JOB SITE
MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers the organization and problems associated with
managing a construction job site. Topics will include plans, permits,
inspections, material and workforce scheduling, industrial safety,
construction process, cost control and quality management.
Transfer credit: CSU.
CT V77 - CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers the organization and problems associated with
managing a building construction business. Topics will include
licensing, insurance, project financing, bidding, contracts, scheduling,
safety and community relations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 77. Transfer credit: CSU.
CT V79 - CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course stresses construction cost estimating through the
analysis of blueprint drawings and the generation of labor and
material takeoff lists. Topics will include materials, labor, overhead,
profit and subcontractors. A prior understanding of the construction
process is preferred.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 79. Transfer credit: CSU.
CT V80 - COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR
CONTRACTORS - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: CT V79
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is a survey of computer programs used in the
construction industry. The student will review software used for cost
estimating, project scheduling and office management. An understanding
of construction cost estimating is recommended. No
previous computer experience is required.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CT 80. Transfer credit: CSU.
CT V84 - CONSTRUCTION SKILLS TRAINING - 6 Units
Hours: 12 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is a hands-on construction skills training course. Students
will design and construct various building projects that include
concrete, carpentry, electrical, plumbing and other trades. Students
will learn the proper selection of materials and the safe and proper
use of tools and power equipment. Course content will focus on
developing occupational, entry-level knowledge and abilities required
for employment in the construction industry.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times.
CT V88 - CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly CT V89.
CT V95 - CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This construction technology internship course offers students
who are volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
CT V96 - CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This construction technology internship course offers students
who are employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work
experience related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a
result of consultation with a designated faculty member in the
discipline and the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
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CJ V06 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE REPORT WRITING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: CJ V02 or CJ V04 or ENGL V02A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers report writing for criminal justice practitioners.
Emphasis will be on mastering repor t writing to record crime scenes,
emergency response situations and routine occurrences. The goal of
this course is to help the student learn how to translate observations
into a succinct, yet comprehensive, document for court presentation.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 6. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V07 - PATROL PROCEDURES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents the responsibilities, techniques and methods
of police patrol. It meets the objectives required by the California
Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 7. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V08 - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course stresses the fundamentals of criminal investigation.
Topics include collection and preservation of evidence, scientific
aids, modus operandi, sources of information, interviewing and
interrogation techniques, follow-up and case preparation, criminal
profiling, crime scene sketching, fingerprint analysis and D.N.A. A
brief history of criminal investigation precedes the main course of
instruction.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 8. Transfer credit: CSU.
CAN AJ 8.
CJ V09 - FUNDAMENTALS OF FIREARMS - 2 Units
Prerequisite: no felony convictions per California Penal Code
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Students enrolled in this course will learn and discuss the legal,
ethical and moral use of firearms. Students will learn and practice
basic pistol and revolver marksmanship fundamentals and basic
police combat shooting skills. Students will also par ticipate in a
familiarization course for shotguns. This course is designed to
provide criminal justice students with preparatory instruction and
training prior to attending a police recruit training class.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly CJ 9. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V10 - POLICE BASIC BICYCLING - 1 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) cer tified
course presents the student with the basic skills and information
necessary to operate a bicycle on police patrol. Subject matter such
as nutrition, bike maintenance, and technical riding skills will be
addressed. Students are expected to provide all-terrain type bicycles
with either 18 or 21 speeds, "Snell" or "Amso" safety helmets,
bicycle gloves and protective eye wear. Designed for permanent
(non-probationary) peace officers.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ
V60D. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V11 - AIKIDO - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Aikido is a powerful mar tial art developed in Japan by Morihei
Veshiba. Through the study of principles and theory of ancient
fighting methods, Veshiba was able to develop a method of nonresistive
and noncompetitive technique. The practice of Aikido
includes warm-up and flexibility exercises, practical combative and
defensible techniques combined with an appreciation for formal
etiquette. Students will develop a greater understanding of the
relationship between mind, body and spirit that will help them deal
with both physical and mental conflict in a more positive way.
Field trips may be required. CJ V11/PE V32 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly CJ 11. Same as PE
V32. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CJ V01 - INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will offer a general overview of the criminal justice
system in the U.S. The history and philosophy of criminal justice will
be examined. Systemic problems, such as the organization and
jurisdiction of local, state and federal criminal justice components,
are discussed and possible solutions developed. Historical and
current theories of crime causation and punishment in America are
explained and discussed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN AJ 2.
CJ V02 - CONCEPTS OF CRIMINAL LAW - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course offers an overview of the historical development,
philosophy, and content of California and federal criminal law and
constitutional provisions. This course reviews constitutional rights,
definitions, classification of crimes, elements of criminal offenses,
and their application to the criminal justice system. Legal research,
methodology, and concepts of law as a social, religious and
historical force will be examined. California statutes related to laws
of arrest, crimes against persons, and crimes involving property are
explored in detail. Case law and current media repor ts will be utilized
to enhance the students’ understanding of criminal law.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ V02A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN AJ 4.
CJ V03 - POLICE COMMUNITY RELATIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Students will explore the roles of practitioners in the criminal
justice field. Through discussion and study the students will review
the expectations and perceptions of the public. Principal emphasis
will be placed on community oriented policing, discretionary
decision making, the use of authority, communications and crisis
management by persons working in the criminal justice system.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 3. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
CJ V04 - LEGAL ASPECTS OF EVIDENCE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: CJ V02 or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will review the structure of the California Evidence
Code, its procedures and rules as they apply to the admissibility of
evidence in criminal proceedings. Emphasis will be placed on review
of statutes and case law in the areas of search and seizure,
witnesses' confessions and admissions, and presentation of
evidence.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 4. Transfer credit: CSU.
CAN AJ 6.
CJ V05 - CRIMINAL PROCEDURES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Students will review and discuss legal processes from pre-arrest,
arrest through trial, sentencing and correctional procedures. A
review of the history of case and common law and conceptual
interpretations of law as reflected in cour t decisions will be
discussed. The class will use case law methodology and research to
review the impact these decisions have had on the justice system.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 5. Transfer credit: CSU.
Credit Courses - 137 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
CJ V12A - DEFENSIVE TACTICS: JU JUTSU - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This is a self-defense course for the peace officer and civilian.
The simplest, most effective methods for neutralizing and controlling
attackers/suspects are taught. Ju Jutsu techniques not requiring
upper body strength are the focal point of the course.
Field trips may be required. CJ V12A, V12B/PE V33, V34 may be
taken in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly CJ
12A. Same as PE V33. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
CJ V12B - INTERMEDIATE JU JUTSU - 1-1.5 Units
Prerequisite: CJ V12A or PE V33
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This is an advanced self-defense course for people desiring to
develop intermediate skills in Ju Jutsu.
Field trips may be required. CJ V12A, V12B/PE V33, V34 may be
taken in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly CJ
12B. Same as PE V34. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
CJ V14 - JUVENILE LAW AND PROCEDURES IN
CALIFORNIA - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will offer an overview of the juvenile justice system in
California, including the history of juvenile law and current police
and probation procedures. Theories on delinquency causes and
treatments will be discussed as an avenue toward understanding the
juvenile offender. Child abuse/neglect and crimes against children,
including sex crimes, will also be covered.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ 14. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V15 - INTRODUCTION TO PRINCIPLES OF
LAW - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The course will introduce the student to various areas of the law,
providing an overview of criminal law, criminal procedure, civil tor t
law, contracts, proper ty, community property, constitutional law and
family law. The course will expose the student to the general
principles of the different areas of law, concentrating on current
issues impacting criminal and civil systems of justice. The course
will be designed to give a foundation of statutory law with a strong
emphasis on practical, everyday application.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V16 - SCHOOL SECURITY OFFICER
TRAINING - 1.5 Units
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course fulfills the state requirement for campus security
officer training. The course provides the student with a working
knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of the school security
officer. The course covers laws and liability, security awareness in
the educational environment, mediation and conflict resolution,
disasters and emergencies, and the dynamics of student behavior.
Fees will be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
CJ V18 - DRUG INVESTIGATION AND
ENFORCEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a survey course that will provide the student an oppor tunity
to review the geopolitical history of drug trafficking and the
evolution of laws regulating the distribution and use of drugs, with
special emphasis on current statutes and cour t decisions relating to
distribution and use of drugs. Information on the source, distribution
and use of narcotics, cocoa products, hallucinogens and cannabinoids
will be presented. Fundamentals of drug investigation
techniques and treatment of drug abusers will also be discussed.
Formerly CJ 18. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V25 - INTRODUCTION TO CORRECTIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an overview of the historical aspects of punishment
and the development of contemporary correctional philosophy in the
United States. The course will focus on the legal issues, general
laws and general operations in correctional institutions. The
relationship between correctional and other components of the
criminal justice system will also be examined. The ideals of
correctional philosophy are compared with the contemporary
problems in corrections.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 25. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V26 - CONTROL AND SUPERVISION IN
CORRECTIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course offers an overview of the methods, practices and
theory related to the custodial supervision of incarcerated persons in
federal, State, and local correctional facilities. The course will
introduce and discuss issues of custodial control on a continuum
from day-to-day institutional living through crisis situations. The
course will analyze interaction between the offender and the
correctional employee. Topics will include the effects of violence,
overcrowding, gangs, substance abuse, legislation and other factors
that impact the offender, employee and facility. Skills related to
effective communication and crisis intervention will also be
discussed.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ 26. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V27 - INTRODUCTION TO PROBATION AND
PAROLE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents an overview of the history and philosophical
foundations of probation and parole in the United States. The course
examines the organization and operation of probation and parole
agencies as particular segments of the criminal justice system.
Theoretical concerns and practical aspects of probation and parole
services will be discussed. Issues and problems relating to the
presentence repor t, determinate versus indeterminate sentencing, the
roles of probation and parole officers and the legal decisions
affecting the practice of probation and parole will be examined.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ 27. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V28 - FUNDAMENTALS OF CRIMINOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Major types of criminal behavior are explored. Factors which
contribute to criminal behavior are discussed. Major theories on the
cause of criminality are discussed and critiqued. An attempt is made
to develop a workable understanding of the causes of most criminality.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 28. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V29 - LEGAL ASPECTS OF CORRECTIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides students with an awareness of the historical
framework, concepts and precedents that guide correctional
practice. Course material will broaden the individual's perspective of
the corrections environments, the civil rights of prisoners, and the
responsibilities and liabilities of correctional officials.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ 29. Transfer credit: CSU.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 138 - Credit Courses
CJ V60A - BREATH ALCOHOL TESTING DEVICE - .5 Unit
Hours: 9 lecture, 3 laboratory total
A cer tification course designed for criminal justice professionals
that explores the historical and scientific aspect of preliminary breath
alcohol testing devices. This course is a theoretical and practical
training seminar which will result in the students being proficient in
the use of the Alco-Sensor. The students will be given training in
preparing for and providing effective testimony on the results of the
Alco-Sensor. Upon successful completion of the course, students
will receive P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training)
certification.
Fees will be required. Formerly CJ 60A. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only.
CJ V60B - CRIMINAL JUSTICE EMPLOYMENT
ORIENTATION - 2 Units
Hours: 1.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course is to assist students in identifying areas of training
and knowledge that are necessary in order to qualify for employment
in the criminal justice field.
Formerly CJ 60B. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
CJ V60C - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE:
INVESTIGATIVE CERTIFICATION - 2 Units
Prerequisite: permanent (non-probationary) peace officer
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) cer tification
course presents state-of-the-ar t technological and investigative tools
designed to evaluate the sobriety of the subjects detained for driving
while possibly impaired by alcohol. The student will gain comprehensive
information and experience to prepare him/her to detect,
apprehend and prosecute an offender. Upon successful completion,
students will receive a P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and
Training) cer tificate in Driving Under the Influence: Investigative
Certification.
Fees will be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
CJ V60E - COMMUNICATIONS TRAINING OFFICER:
P.O.S.T. - 2.5 Units
Prerequisite: permanent (non-probationary) dispatcher
Hours: 2.5 lecture weekly
This course provides the experienced dispatcher with the
fundamental understanding of the role and duties of the Communications
Training Officer (CTO). This CTO training will emphasize
interactive instruction in teaching techniques, liability issues and
evaluation of trainees’ performance. Upon successful completion,
students will receive a P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and
Training) certificate in Communications Training Officer.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only.
CJ V60G - HIGH TECHNOLOGY CRIME - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: permanent (non-probationary) peace officer
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course provides the experienced police officer with the
fundamental understanding of computer systems and high technology
crime. Students will examine emerging technologies associated with
Internet crime, counterfeiting, trade secret violations, computer
assisted crimes, computer and network intrusion, software piracy
and telecommunications fraud. Levels of investigation from the patrol
officer to the specialist investigator will be discussed. Upon
successful completion, students will receive a P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer
Standards and Training) cer tificate in High Technology Crime.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only.
CJ V30 - VICTIMOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents an overview of traditional and emerging
legal, psychological and social perspectives in the field of
victimology. While this course will address the consequences of
victimization, and methods of recovery, students will also consider
the broader legal policies and program implications of the victims
movement in the United States.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 30. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V34 - CORRECTIONAL INTERVIEWING AND
COUNSELING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an overview of the techniques in correctional
counseling and interviewing. The student will learn a practical and
philosophical framework for correctional counseling. The key
concepts of offender assessment, diagnosis and classification will
lead the student to the exploration of the essential specific tools for
counseling and interviewing. This is a basic course for students
planning to enter or already employed in the corrections, probation,
parole or community-based institutions/programs.
Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ 34. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V40 - BASIC COMPLAINT DISPATCHER - 3.5 Units
Hours: 7 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is a P.O.S.T. (Commission on Peace Officer Standards
and Training) cer tified program to train public safety dispatchers.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ 40.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
CJ V41 - BASIC COMPLAINT DISPATCHER
UPDATE I - .5 Unit
Recommended preparation: CJ V40
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) cer tification
course addresses technological advances and advanced techniques
in communication for public safety dispatchers.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CJ 41. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only.
CJ V42 - BASIC COMPLAINT DISPATCHER
UPDATE II - .5 Unit
Recommended preparation: CJ V40
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) cer tification
course addresses advanced training topics and communication
techniques for public safety dispatchers during critical incidents.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly CJ 42. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only.
CJ V60A-Z - TOPICS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE - .5-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail in the general
criminal justice course offerings. Examples of topics to be offered
from time to time include but are not limited to: domestic violence,
interviewing and interrogation for corrections or law enforcement,
ethics, training the trainer, control and supervision for corrections,
pursuit driving, DUI and radar cer tification.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 60A-Z. Transfer credit:
determined by transfer institution.
Credit Courses - 139 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
CJ V70 - RESERVE OFFICER TRAINING - 12 Units
Prerequisite: student must be 18 years old, possess a valid driver's
license, pass a physical agility test, and have no felony convictions;
California Penal Code requires each applicant for admission to a
basic course of training cer tified by the Commission on Peace
Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) who is not sponsored by a
local or other law enforcement agency, or who is not a peace officer
employed by a state or local agency, depar tment or district, to
submit written cer tification from the Department of Justice that the
applicant has no criminal history background which would disqualify
him or her pursuant to this code, or the Welfare and Institutions
Code, from owning, possessing, or having under his or her control a
firearm
Hours: 13 lecture, 15.5 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) basic
course for students and individuals wishing to become reserve
police officers or reserve deputy sheriffs. The course fulfills P.O.S.T.
reserve requirements for level II reserve training. Training includes
penal code section 832 requirements and provides instruction in
administration of criminal justice, ethics, California cour t system,
discretionary decision making, first aid/CPR, crimes in progress,
unusual occurrences, police radio communications, policecommunity
relations, criminal law, traffic investigation, laws of
evidence, and patrol procedures. Emphasis is placed on instruction
in arrest, search and seizures, methods of arrest, PR 24 baton
training, vehicle pullovers, and report writing. Special emphasis and
training in firearm safety, firearm (pistol and shotgun) use related to
law enforcement with training in combat/stress shooting scenarios
and qualifications over a P.O.S.T. prescribed course of fire. The
course includes vehicle operation, defensive driving, and chemical
agent training. The course completes the P.O.S.T. reserve officer/
reserve deputy requirements.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ 70.
CJ V80 - P.O.S.T. REGULAR BASIC COURSE - 30 Units
Prerequisite: student must be 18 years old, posses a valid driver's
license, and have no felony convictions; California Penal Code
requires each applicant for admission to a basic course of training
certified by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training
(P.O.S.T.) who is not sponsored by a local or other law enforcement
agency, or who is not a peace officer employed by a state or local
agency, depar tment or district, to submit written cer tification from
the Department of Justice that the applicant has no criminal history
background which would disqualify him or her pursuant to this code,
or the Welfare and Institutions Code, from owning, possessing, or
having under his or her control a firearm; medical certification
required
Corequisite: CJ V81 or equivalent
Hours: 15 lecture, 45 laboratory weekly
This is a P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) basic
course for students and individuals wishing to become full time law
enforcement officers as defined in the California Penal Code (CPC).
The course fulfills P.O.S.T. entry-level requirements as outlined in the
CPC. The course provides instruction in administration of criminal
justice, ethics, California court system, discretionary decision
making, first aid, CPR, crimes in progress, unusual occurrences,
police radio communications, police-community relations, criminal
law, traffic investigation, laws of evidence, and patrol procedures.
Emphasis is placed on instruction in arrest, search and seizure,
methods of arrest, baton training, vehicle stops, and report writing.
Additionally, the course provides special emphasis on and training in
firearms safety, firearms (pistol and shotgun) use related to law
enforcement with training in combat/stress shooting scenarios and
qualifications over a P.O.S.T. prescribed course of fire. The course
completes the P.O.S.T. basic requirements.
Field trips will be required.
CJ V81 - ORIENTATION FOR P.O.S.T. REGULAR BASIC
COURSE - .5-5 Units
Corequisite: CJ V80
Hours: .5-3 lecture, 1-6 laboratory weekly
This course is an orientation for the P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer
Standards and Training) regular basic course. Emphasis is placed on
assisting the student in preparing for successful completion of the
P.O.S.T. regular basic course.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
CJ V85 - PC 832: ARREST, SEARCH AND
SEIZURE - 2.5 Units
Hours: 2.5 lecture weekly
This course will cover the fundamentals of law enforcement
embracing all those subject areas that will enhance an officer’s
ability to perform as a member of a police or allied agency. Subjects
covered will be: criminal law; laws of arrest, search and seizure;
moral, legal and safety aspects in use of firearms; and, community
relations. Required for state cer tification under Peace Officers
Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) guidelines.
Field trips may be required. Formerly CJ 85. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only.
CJ V86 - PC 832: FIREARMS - .5 Unit
Prerequisite: CJ V85 or concurrent enrollment; no felony convictions
per California Penal Code
Hours: .5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This course will cover the fundamentals of firearms embracing all
those subject areas that will enhance an officer’s ability to perform
as a member of a police or allied agency. Subjects covered: moral,
legal and safety aspects in use of firearms. Practical application of
firearms on range. Required for state cer tification under Peace
Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) guidelines.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ 86.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
CJ V88 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE WORKSHOPS - .5-16 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly CJ V89.
CJ V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN CRIMINAL
JUSTICE - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course is designed for students who are interested in
furthering their knowledge of law enforcement on an independent
study basis. Assignments may include library, laboratory, and field
work. Students are accepted only by written project proposal
approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly CJ 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
CJ V91 - ADVANCED OFFICER TRAINING - .5-5 Units
Prerequisite: permanent (non-probationary) peace officer
Hours: .5-5 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide new information and skills in
the enforcement of new and changing statutes; laws of arrest; search
and seizure; officer survival; narcotic enforcement; fire conditions;
and new concepts of police technology.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ 91.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 140 - Credit Courses
CJ V92 - FIELD TRAINING FOR OFFICERS - 2.5 Units
Prerequisite: permanent (non-probationary) peace officer
Hours: 2.5 lecture weekly
This course covers learning theories, interpersonal communication,
developing instructional techniques and personnel evaluations
designed to assist training officers in field training of new recruits.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Formerly CJ 92.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
CJ V95 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: students cannot have been convicted of a felony
offense; must be 18 years old at the time of registration; must
possess a valid California driver's license; and must be currently
enrolled in a criminal justice course
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Hours: 60 per unit
This criminal justice internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
CJ V96 - CRIMINAL JUSTICE INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: students cannot have been convicted of a felony
offense; must be 18 years old at the time of registration; must
possess a valid California driver's license; and must be currently
enrolled in a criminal justice course
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Hours: 75 per unit
This criminal justice internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
Credit Courses - 141 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
DANCE
DANC V10 - MODERN DANCE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Modern dance techniques and skills, and the experience and
appreciation of modern dance as an art form.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 27A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
DANC V13 - TAP DANCE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course teaches the basic skills in the execution of traditional
tap dance steps and sequences. The emphasis is on the mastery of
basic steps and rhythmic styles, leading to combination work in
complete dances, including introductory choreography and space
analysis. It includes a history of tap dance in American culture and
its relation to other dance and ar t forms.
Field trips may be required. DANC V13 & V18 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Dance 13. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC.
DANC V14 - MOVEMENT FOR THE THEATRE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course teaches the fundamentals of movement for the
stage. Physical activity is included. Theory and practice of stage
movement developing the body as an expressive instrument
acquiring flexibility, relaxation, control and creative expression.
Field trips may be required. DANC V14 /THA V14 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Dance 14.
Same as THA V14. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor. CAN DRAM 20.
DANC V15 - BALLET - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course teaches the fundamental theory and practice of ballet
technique; the emphasis is on placement, correct body alignment,
muscular control, and development of basic ballet positions, steps
and combinations. Consideration of ballet as an art form is covered.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Dance 15. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
DANC V16 - WESTERN LINE DANCE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
A beginning course in basic rhythms and step patterns of western
line dance. Dances are taught using contemporary country and other
popular music. Dance variations include “contra” and selected
par tner dances including waltz and “cha cha” steps. Additionally,
basic “two step” is added as time permits. Each class begins with a
review of all previous dances. Although most of the dance selections
are for single dancers, couples are encouraged to enroll so that
par tner variations and western two-step may be included.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Dance 16. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
DANC V17 - WESTERN DANCE FOR PAIRS - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to teach different types of western dance
for pairs. Topics to include different styles of line dance, square
dance and others.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
DANC V18 - INTERMEDIATE TAP DANCE - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: DANC V13 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Intermediate tap dance is a course which explores a variety of tap
dance techniques focusing on the continued development of
coordination, balance, correct body alignment and rhythmic
perception. The course provides an enhanced understanding and
appreciation of tap dance as an art form. Tap combinations are
performed to demonstrate ability at the intermediate and advanced
skill levels.
Field trips may be required. DANC V13 & V18 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
DANC V26 - FOLK DANCE: ETHNIC DANCES OF THE
WORLD - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Introduction to the study and performance of ethnic dance. A
study of ethnic dance forms, music, and clothing, as well as the
cultural and historical context of the dances. Emphasis is on
representative ethnic dances from Latin America, Asia, Europe,
Africa, the Middle East, North America, and other areas. The course
is designed to help students seeking careers and further study in
dance and related fields.
DANC V26/AES V15 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 4 times. Formerly Dance 26. Same as AES V15.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
DANC V29 - JAZZ DANCE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Development of proficiency in jazz techniques, skills, and styles
and the development of an understanding and appreciation of jazz as
a dance form.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Dance 29. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
DANC V30 - DANCE PERFORMANCE - 3 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Concentrated development of dance skills and understanding of
choreography. Experience in public performance of dance concer ts
and demonstrations.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Dance 30. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
DANC V50 - CHOREOGRAPHY - 1 Unit
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
The study of dance with practical application in the composition of
solo and group dances to be presented in dance demonstrations,
concerts, and other performance situations.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Dance 50. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
DANC V60A-Z - TOPICS IN DANCE - .5-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by the other
dance offerings. Examples of topics to be offered from time to time
include: square dance, modern dance, ballroom dancing.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Dance 60A-Z. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
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DANC V88 - DANCE WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
DANC V89 - WORKSHOPS IN DANCE - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet the specific needs of the college and community,
as required and requested by persons whose needs in this area
are not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Dance 89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined
after admission.
DANC V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN DANCE - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course is designed for students who are interested in
furthering their skills and knowledge of dance on an independent
study basis. Assignments may include performance, library,
laboratory and field work. Students are accepted only by written
project proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Dance 90. Transfer credit:
CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
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DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES
DS V10 - ACADEMIC SKILLS FOR COLLEGE
STUDENTS - 4 Units
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course will focus upon developing basic skills in math,
problem solving, reading, study skills and writing. The course has
been developed for students who normally do not perceive themselves
as capable of performing college level tasks.
Formerly DS 10. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
DS V88 - DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly DS V89. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
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DRAFTING
DRFT V01A - INTRODUCTION TO CAD DESIGN
GRAPHICS I - 2-5 Units
Hours: 4-10 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to introduce entry-level students to
Computer Aided Design (CAD). It covers the interpretation of
mechanical drawings and the application of the fundamentals of
design graphics through lecture and laboratory practice. The course
topics include the areas of technical sketching, lettering, or thographic
projection, working drawings, auxiliary views, dimensioning,
developments, pictorial drawings, basic computer applications and
the introduction to computer aided design (CAD).
DRFT V01B - INTRODUCTION TO CAD DESIGN
GRAPHICS II - 2-5 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V01A
Hours: 4-10 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course covers the application of computer design graphics
and drafting standards used in industrial practice. This course uses
computer graphics to introduce two-dimensional and threedimensional
design drafting, editing and printing-plotting techniques.
DRFT V01C - INTRODUCTION TO CAD DESIGN
GRAPHICS III - 2-5 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V01A and DRFT V01B
Hours: 4-10 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course covers the interpretation of three-dimensional
mechanical drawings and the application of the fundamentals of
design graphics through lecture and laboratory practice. The course
topics include the areas of technical sketching, lettering,
or thographics projection, 3D assembly drawings, auxiliary views,
dimensioning, developments, pictorial drawings, basic computer
applications and the introduction to solid modeling in computer aided
design (CAD).
Field trips may be required.
DRFT V01D - INTRODUCTION TO CAD DESIGN
GRAPHICS IV - 2-5 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V01A and DRFT V01B and
DRFT V01C
Hours: 4-10 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course covers the interpretation of architectural drawings and
the application of the fundamentals of design graphics through
lecture and laboratory practice. The course topics include the areas
of technical sketching, lettering, or thographic projection, building
design and construction methods, auxiliary views, dimensioning,
developments, pictorial drawings, basic computer applications and
the introduction to computer aided design (CAD).
Field trips may be required.
DRFT V02A - BLUEPRINT READING:
MANUFACTURING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers the interpretation of mechanical drawings
typical of the metal working field; theory of common types of
projections, dimensioning principles, machine standards, application
of creative sketching and interpretation of blueprints.
Formerly Drft 2A. Same as MS V02 & WEL V02. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
DRFT V02B - BLUEPRINT READING: ARCHITECTURAL/
CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides experience in construction blueprint reading
and plan review. Experiences will include the study of lines, symbols,
notations and dimensions used on architectural drawings. Code
interpretation and design compliance will be stressed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Drft 2B. Same as ARCH V11
& CT V20. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
DRFT V03 - DRAFTING FUNDAMENTALS - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course covers the application of the fundamentals of
industrial design drafting. Topics include the basic concepts of
graphic presentation including design languages/symbols, sketching,
pictorial drawing, lettering, orthographic projection, working
drawings, auxiliary views, dimensioning, geometric developments,
duplication, interrelationships to the design process, the introduction
to computer aided design, and industry trends and applications.
Fees will be required. Formerly Drft 3. Transfer credit: CSU.
DRFT V04 - MEASUREMENTS AND
COMPUTATIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is the occupational application of measurements and
computations as used by technology students. Topics include
geometric shape calculations, practical trigonometry, areas, volumes,
ratio and proportion, units and conversions, decimals and fractions
and applied algebra.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Drft 4. Same as MS V04 &
MT V04.
DRFT V05A - INTRODUCTION TO AUTOCAD - 2 Units
Prerequisite: DRFT V03 or 1 year of drafting experience
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to the use of AutoCAD including
commands, editing, printing and plotting with emphasis on twodimensional,
and introduction to three-dimensional drawings.
Overview of related industry trends, practices and employer
expectations will be addressed.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. DRFT V05A/
ARCH V23 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Drft 5A. Same as ARCH V23. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
DRFT V05B - ADVANCED OPERATIONS OF
AUTOCAD - 2 Units
Prerequisite: ARCH V23 or DRFT V05A
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course focuses on AutoCAD instruction including threedimensional
drafting, customization of AutoCAD, introduction to
architectural and electronic CAD, and introduction to CAD/CAM.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Drft 5B. Transfer credit: CSU.
DRFT V10A - ELECTRONIC DRAFTING I - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V03 or 1 year of drafting experience
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
A study of electronic drafting that includes block diagrams,
schematics, printed circuit boards and integrated circuits. Computer
assisted drafting (CAD) is an integral par t of the course.
Formerly Drft 10A. Transfer credit: CSU.
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DRFT V10B - ELECTRONIC DRAFTING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: DRFT V10A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is a study of logic diagrams, packaging and advanced
principles of printed circuit board design. Computer assisted drafting
(CAD) is also an integral par t of the course.
Formerly Drft 10B. Transfer credit: CSU.
DRFT V14A - TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATION I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: DRFT V03 or 1 year of drafting experience
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Gives the student skills in the preparation of technical illustrations
to meet the standards of industry. Drawings are made from blueprints,
technical orders and freehand sketches. Axonometric
projection will be covered.
Fees will be required. Formerly Drft 14A. Transfer credit: CSU.
DRFT V14B - TECHNICAL ILLUSTRATION II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: DRFT V14A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Systems of perspective drawing. Information on and study of
layouts and makeup of industrial manuals. Techniques used in
industrial publications.
Fees will be required. Formerly Drft 14B. Transfer credit: CSU.
DRFT V16 - CIVIL DESIGN - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V03 or 1 year of drafting
experience
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is a fundamental course in grading design; contour manipulation;
computations and procedures; applicable fundamental design
techniques; practice with maps and land descriptions; estimating
also covered.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Drft 16. Transfer credit:
CSU.
DRFT V18 - DRAFTING PROJECTS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ARCH V23 or DRFT V05A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an integration of previously acquired knowledge
through assignment of projects in the areas of machine drafting,
architectural drawing, technical illustration and electronic drafting.
Students will select one area. The majority of work is performed on
computer assisted drafting (CAD) hardware.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 3 times. Formerly Drft 18.
DRFT V41 - INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
GRAPHICS - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This entry-level course covers the application of the fundamentals
of industrial design graphics through lecture and laboratory practice.
The course topics include the areas of technical sketching, lettering,
or thographic projection, working drawings, auxiliary views,
dimensioning, developments, pictorial drawings, drawing duplication,
introduction to computer assisted drafting (CAD) and their interrelationship
to the design process.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
DRFT V42 - DESIGN DRAFTING AND 3D SOLID
MODELING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ARCH V23 or DRFT V05A; and
DRFT V41
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course consists of the drawing of machine details and
assemblies with attention to tolerances, notes, and dimensioning
consistent with industrial practices. The course also covers the study
of 3D CAD (computer assisted drafting) design concepts and
applications. Students will develop skills in wire frame, surface, and
solid model creation.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
DRFT V43 - DESIGN GRAPHICS AND 3D ASSEMBLY
MODELING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V42
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course provides a foundation in 3D parametric design using
Autodesk, AutoCAD, Mechanical Desktop software and/or other
industry-standard solid modeling software. The students will be
introduced to the design concepts of parts and assemblies,
parametric design, feature driven design, profiles and sketches,
detail drawings, assembly drawings and CAD (computer assisted
drafting) standards used in industry. The course covers the
development of 3D design models, 2D detail drawings and the
creation and application of parametric assembly models.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU.
DRFT V44 - RAPID DESIGN AND PROTOTYPING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V42 or DRFT V43
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the applications of technology and tools for
creating three-dimensional physical models from 3D CAD (computer
assisted drafting) files and other 3D data. Rapid prototyping and
model making technologies are covered that accelerate the design
process, allowing the student designers to shor ten the design cycle
time, update the product development process and improve
communication between the design focus groups, engineering,
marketing and manufacturing.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU.
DRFT V51 - INTRODUCTION TO 3D STUDIO MAX - 2 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to prepare students for entry-level
positions using 3D Studio Max. This course provides hands-on
training in hardware and software applications, including conceptual
principles, modeling, rendering and animation. Tutorials focus on the
primary uses of animation in the real world, including architectural,
mechanical, accident recreation and character animation.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Drft 51. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see
counselor.
DRFT V88 - DRAFTING WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly DRFT
V89.
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DRFT V99 - AUTOCAD JOB TRAINING PROGRAM - 4 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This AutoCAD course is designed to prepare the student for entrylevel
employment into the drafting industry. Hands-on training will be
provided in various hardware and software applications including
setting up programs, editing, drawing, attributes and extractions,
AutoLISP, menus, scripts, etc. Students may opt to emphasize one or
all of the three major styles which include architectural, 3 D, or
mechanical.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Drft 99. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
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ECONOMICS
ECON V01A - PRINCIPLES OF
MACRO-ECONOMICS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a broad and comprehensive introduction to the
operation of the American economy with emphasis on macroeconomics.
Macro-economics is concerned with obtaining an
overview of the structure of the economy and the relationships
between the major economic aggregates: households, businesses,
government and international economy. Macro-economics involves
the study of the levels of output, income, expenditures, employment,
prices, and the government’s ability to alter these levels by the use of
fiscal and monetary policies.
Formerly Econ 1A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ECON 2.
ECON V01B - PRINCIPLES OF
MICRO-ECONOMICS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ECON V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a continuation of the broad and comprehensive
introduction to the operation of the American economy but with
emphasis on micro-economics. Micro-economics is concerned with
the small economic units: an individual household, firm, and
industry. Micro-economics involves the study of consumer behavior,
the operation of the firm, and the competitive, monopolisticcompetitive,
oligopolistic, and monopolistic structures of industries.
International trade and finance, comparative economic systems, and
economic growth and development are also examined.
Formerly Econ 1B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ECON 4.
ECON V88 - ECONOMICS WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
ECON V89 - WORKSHOPS IN ECONOMICS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Econ 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
ECON V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
ECONOMICS - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Econ 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
ECON V95 - ECONOMICS INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This economics internship offers students who are volunteers
(unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related to their
field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with
a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of
an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Formerly Econ 95. Transfer
credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor; for UC, determined
after admission.
ECON V96 - ECONOMICS INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This economics internship offers students who are employed in
the field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience related to
their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance
of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit
limitations - see counselor; for UC, determined after admission.
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EDUCATION
EDU V01 - INTRODUCTION TO TEACHING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A or assessments in English
and reading
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This introductory foundation course is designed to provide
students with the fundamental knowledge and understanding of the
American educational enterprise, especially problems in urban
multicultural schools. Standards for the teaching profession,
conditions for effective learning, and models of school reform are
addressed. A minimum of 20 hours of observation and participation
in a multicultural school setting is required.
Field trips will be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
EDU V89 - WORKSHOPS IN EDUCATION - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Transfer credit: CSU.
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EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE CENTER
EAC V01 - STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS IN
COLLEGE AND LIFE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A performance oriented course designed for students with
disabilities to increase success in education, career and life goals.
Students will develop their own success plans through self-evaluation
and by learning and applying specific techniques and resources.
Topics covered are disability awareness and self-advocacy, learning
profiles, study/life skills, relationships, multiculturalism, and college
and career options. Emphasizes independent critical thinking skills
while providing oppor tunity for construction and implementation of
plans for success.
Transfer credit: CSU.
EAC V05A - INTRODUCTION: VISUALLY
IMPAIRED - .5-3 Units
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
This course is designed for those interested in a basic knowledge
of the visually impaired. Students will learn basic orientation and
mobility skills and will learn about the anatomy of the eye and eye
diseases. Additionally, students will examine the materials, services
and daily living skills needed by the blind and visually impaired.
Field trips will be required. Formerly SpEd 5A.
EAC V05B - RESOURCES FOR VISUALLY
IMPAIRED - .5-3 Units
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
This course is designed for those interested in a knowledge of the
organizations, community resources, technology and assistive
computer access for the visually impaired. Students will also be
introduced to the five types of Braille.
Field trips will be required. Formerly SpEd 5B.
EAC V05C - COMPUTER BRAILLE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will focus on Braille instruction utilized by the blind
and visually impaired population at home and in the workplace. It will
also serve as a certification course for Braille transcribers. It will
prepare future transcribers for Library of Congress cer tification.
Field trips will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
EAC V14 - ENGLISH GRAMMAR SKILLS FOR
THE DEAF - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed for hearing impaired students who require
instruction in English grammar and whose primary communication
mode is American Sign Language. The course includes practice in
identifying parts of speech and correct sentence structure using
instructional materials especially designed for the hearing impaired.
Field trips may be required. Formerly EAC 14. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
EAC V21 - WEIGHT TRAINING AND CONDITIONING:
ADAPTIVE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
An individualized weight training course designed to improve muscular
strength and endurance, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility,
posture, static and dynamic balance, locomotion, perceptual-motor
skills, spor ts-related gross motor skills, and/or fine motor skills for
students with disabilities, as well as enhancing and developing social
skills and self-esteem. It also provides a physical education program
for those persons who have limited physical capacity and require
adaptive physical education. Adaptive equipment is available in the
fitness center for students requiring this accommodation.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly EAC 21.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
EAC V25 - INTRODUCTION TO DANCE:
ADAPTIVE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
A study, appreciation, and experience of basic dance forms
designed for students with disabilities.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly EAC 25.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
EAC V26 - INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM SPORTS:
ADAPTIVE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Instruction and practice in individual and team sports for men and
women. Designed especially for students with disabilities, including
wheelchair users. Basic fundamentals, rules and strategies, including
but not limited to, basketball, track and tennis. Also provides a
physical education program for students who have limited physical
capacity and require adaptive physical education.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly EAC 26.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
EAC V27 - INTRODUCTION TO SWIMMING:
ADAPTIVE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of
swimming skills and safety practices. It will include instruction,
conditioning and practice, and is designed for students of all
disabilities and challenges.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
EAC V28 - EXPLORING MULTICULTURAL DANCE FORMS:
ADAPTIVE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Students will learn a variety of dances from diverse cultures.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU;
credit limitations - see counselor.
EAC V32 - JOB-SEEKING STRATEGIES - 1.5 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
A course designed for persons with disabilities who wish to
improve their job-seeking strategies. Topics will include employee
rights and responsibilities, job observation/exploration, interview
techniques, applications and resumes.
Field trips may be required. Formerly EAC 32. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see
counselor.
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EAC V33 - CAREER EXPLORATION - 1.5 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to provide disabled persons opportunities
to explore and observe occupational areas in which they have
expressed career interest.
Formerly EAC 33. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer
credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
EAC V88 - EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE CENTER
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be repeated;
may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly EAC V89.
EAC V95 - SPECIAL EDUCATION INTERNSHIP I- 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This special education internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
EAC V96 - SPECIAL EDUCATION
INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This special education internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
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EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY
EMT V01 - EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN - 7 Units
Prerequisite: current CPR certification for health care provider or
professional rescuer; proof of freedom from and immunity to
communicable diseases; physical examination demonstrating general
good health; age 18 by midterm; no visible tattoos or visible body
piercings except single studs in ear lobes; and no acrylic or long
nails in clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the state of California Emergency
Services Authority through the Ventura County Emergency Medical
Services Agency may deny certification to those with criminal
records
Hours: 7 lecture, .5 laboratory weekly
This course covers the techniques of emergency medical care
presently considered to be within the scope of practice of ambulance
attendants and others engaged in the delivery of emergency services.
The student participates in providing care to the emergency patient in
both hospital and field settings under the direct supervision of
hospital and ambulance personnel. This course is approved by the
California State Department of Emergency Services. Upon successful
completion of both the written and practical examinations with a
grade of B or better, the student will be eligible to sit for the
cer tifying examination administered by the Ventura County Emergency
Medical Services Agency.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Formerly EMT
V01 & V01L.
EMT V10 - EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
RECERTIFICATION - 2 Units
Prerequisite: valid EMT cer tificate; and current CPR certification for
health care provider or professional rescuer
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is designed to update the emergency medical
technician and meet state requirements for recertification. The
course reviews life-support measures and the use of emergency
equipment and supplies.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly EMT 10.
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ENGINEERING
ENGR V01 - INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course provides students with an overview of the engineering
profession. It includes academic preparation requirements; engineering
curricula, methods and history of engineering; projected
employment opportunities; professional career duties, responsibilities,
and expectations; employer requirements and expectations; and
recent developments in engineering and future needs.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engr 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
ENGR V02 - ENGINEERING GRAPHICS - 2 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V05 or the fourth year of high school mathematics
((advanced mathematics) with grade of C or better
Recommended preparation: MATH V20
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course covers the concepts of graphic presentation by
or thographic, pictorial, and auxiliary projections; development of
char ts and graphs; development of empirical equations from linear,
log-log, and semi-log graphs of empirical data; and graphical
differentiation and integration. Computer Assisted Drafting (CAD) is
an integral par t of this course.
Formerly Engr 2. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ENGR 2.
ENGR V03 - DESCRIPTIVE GEOMETRY - 2 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V05 or the fourth year of high school mathematics
((advanced mathematics) with grade of C or better
Recommended preparation: MATH V20
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course covers study of points, lines and planes, intersections
and developments as a basis for more advanced design courses.
Students will be introduced to the use of computer-aided design
equipment.
Formerly Engr 3. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ENGR V05A - PLANE SURVEYING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V05 or the four th year of high school mathematics
((advanced mathematics) with grade of C or better
Recommended preparation: MATH V20
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course covers the theory and practice of land surveying
including horizontal, angular, and elevation measurements. The
analysis of errors per tinent to surveying, and the analysis of
surveying measurements and adjustments are included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engr 5A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGR 10 [with ENGR V05B].
ENGR V05B - ENGINEERING SURVEYS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGR V05A
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course provides instruction and experience in office
calculations and field techniques for: control surveys, topographic
surveys using transit-stadia and plane table alidade, horizontal and
ver tical curves, earthwork, practical astronomy, and introduction to
photogrammetry.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engr 5B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGR 10 [with ENGR V05A].
ENGR V12 - ENGINEERING STATICS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V21B or concurrent enrollment; and PHYS V04-
V04L
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The course provides an analysis of forces on structures in
equilibrium. It includes proper ties of forces, moments, shear,
couples, resultants, friction, centroids, and area moments. Methods
of analysis include mathematical modeling, vectors, scalers, and
vir tual work.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engr 12. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGR 8.
ENGR V16 - ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS AND
DEVICES - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V21B and PHYS V05-V05L
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to electronic circuits and devices for
the engineering major. It includes resistive and transient circuit
analysis, sinusoidal AC circuits, computer-aided analysis, semiconductors,
diodes, transistors, digital logic circuits, and operational
amplifiers with negative feedback.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engr 16. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGR 12 or CAN ENGR 6 [with ENGR V16L].
ENGR V16L - ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS AND DEVICES
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: ENGR V16 or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course provides the laboratory experience to illustrate the
principles covered in electronic circuits and devices to develop the
student’s laboratory skills.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engr 16L. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGR 6 [with ENGR V16].
ENGR V18 - ENGINEERING MATERIALS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V01A-V01AL and PHYS V04-V04L
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course covers the application of chemistry, physics, and
mathematics to the analysis of internal structures of materials, the
dependency on properties of materials upon those structures, and the
study of the behavior of materials in service. Lab related observations
and material performance are compared to theory. Computers are
utilized where appropriate.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engr 18. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGR 4.
ENGR V88 - ENGINEERING WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with same
title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
ENGR V89 - WORKSHOPS IN ENGINEERING - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Engr 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
Credit Courses - 153 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
ENGLISH
Enrollment in many English courses requires meeting prerequisites.
Prerequisites (proof of readiness) must be satisfied in one of the
following ways: 1) Placement as measured by the Ventura College
assessment process; or, 2) Satisfactory completion of the required
prerequisite course at Moorpark, Oxnard, or Ventura College; or, 3)
Satisfactory completion of the prerequisite course at another college
(transcripts required). For further information about prerequisites,
see the Ventura College Schedule of Classes and/or Catalog.
ENGL V01A - ENGLISH COMPOSITION - 5 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V02A with grade of C or better or placement as
measured by the college assessment process
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
The student will learn to write coherent, well-developed expository
essays using a variety of rhetorical modes; to prepare a research
paper; and to respond critically to ideas in published works.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 1A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGL 2 or CAN ENGL SEQ A [with ENGL V01B].
ENGL V01B - CRITICAL THINKING AND COMPOSITION
THROUGH LITERATURE - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A with grade of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
English V01B is designed to reinforce the critical reading and the
writing skills taught in English V01A. Students will receive instruction
in critical thinking and writing strong arguments using literature as
the subject matter. Students will learn to identify premises and conclusions,
to recognize patterns of faulty logic in developing arguments,
and to use deductive and inductive reasoning. They will demonstrate
this understanding in graded writing assignments (totaling
8,000 to 10,000 words) that synthesize material from various
sources, demonstrate critical reasoning skills and utilize research
strategies.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 1B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGL 4 or CAN ENGL SEQ A [with ENGL V01A].
ENGL V02A - FUNDAMENTALS OF ENGLISH
COMPOSITION - 5 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V03 or placement as measured by the college
assessment process
Recommended preparation: READ V02A
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
The student will learn to write coherent, well-developed expository
essays using a variety of rhetorical modes; to summarize and
analyze essays as models for writing; and to conduct research and
write a research essay.
Formerly Engl 2A.
ENGL V02B - READING MULTICULTURAL
LITERATURE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V33 or READ V03 or appropriate
skills as measured by the college assessment process
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This survey of multicultural literature which focuses on reading,
understanding and writing about the genres of poetry, short fiction
and drama. The course is designed to help students improve their
understanding of the elements of each of the genres and the social
and historical and cultural contexts which contribute to the works.
Students will learn to read, summarize and analyze literary works
from a variety of cultural groups. They will also learn to do literary
research.
Same as AES V30 & READ V02B.
ENGL V03 - BASIC ENGLISH COMPOSITION - 5 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V190B or placement as measured by the college
assessment process
Recommended preparation: ESL V33 or READ V03
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
The student will learn to write coherent, supported paragraphs and
short essays; to analyze and summarize shor t prose; and to conduct
research and write a shor t research paper.
Formerly Engl 3. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
ENGL V07A - AESTHETICS OF FILM I - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Introduction to the study of film, especially feature length
commercial films. Emphasis is on creative and critical interpretation
and evaluation of film techniques and effects.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 7A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
ENGL V07B - AESTHETICS OF FILM II - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Additional study of the film as a medium for dramatic presentation.
Emphasis is on creative and critical interpretation of films.
Films seen and evaluated in the introductory film course will be
different from films presented in this course.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 7B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
ENGL V08 - STANDARD WRITTEN ENGLISH
USAGE - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This is not a composition course. The course covers the
conventions of standard written English, including the par ts of
speech and sentences, grammar, sentence structure, punctuation,
mechanics, and diction.
Formerly Engl 8.
ENGL V10 - CREATIVE WRITING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Various literary forms (short story, poetry, essay, and drama
among others) are examined in the course. The form of the genre is
examined from a critical standpoint, and the requirements of each
genre are discussed. Students produce original works and are given
assistance in improving their writing.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 10. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGL 6.
ENGL V11A - INTERMEDIATE CREATIVE
WRITING I - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V10
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A continuation of the study of the literary forms - shor t story,
poetry, and drama - with practice in writing original works, and with
special emphasis on criticism of students’ works by instructor and
students.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 11A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 154 - Credit Courses
ENGL V11B - INTERMEDIATE CREATIVE
WRITING II - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V11A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a course for students who wish to improve their skills as
poets, authors of fiction and as nonfiction writers.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 11B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ENGL V15 - INTRODUCTION TO POETRY - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A study of poetry with emphasis on critical reading, analysis, and
interpretation. The student will learn the different forms and elements
of poetry. The students will write papers critically analyzing poetry.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 15. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGL 20.
ENGL V16 - INTRODUCTION TO FICTION - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Analysis and interpretation of representative shor t stories and
novels. Emphasis on structure, style, character, setting, and tone.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 16. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGL 18.
ENGL V21A - SURVEY OF ENGLISH LITERATURE I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of English literature in its cultural framework from the
Celtic epic tradition to the late 18th century, covering the Heroic Age,
the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and Neoclassicism.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 21A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGL 8 or CAN ENGL SEQ B [with ENGL V21B].
ENGL V21B - SURVEY OF ENGLISH
LITERATURE II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of English literature in its cultural framework from the
beginning of the 19th century to the end of the 20th century,
covering the Romantic, Victorian, Modern and Post Modern periods
of literature.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 21B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN ENGL 10 or CAN ENGL SEQ B [with ENGL V21A].
ENGL V22A - SURVEY OF AMERICAN LITERATURE:
COLONIAL PERIOD TO 1865 - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of American literature, including its religious, social,
political, and cultural contexts from the colonial period to the end of
the Civil War. This course will cover Puritanism, Reason and
Revolution, Transcendentalism, Romanticism, and Multiculturalism/
Abolitionists/Native-American writers.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ENGL
14 or CAN ENGL SEQ C [with ENGL V22B].
ENGL V22B - SURVEY OF AMERICAN LITERATURE: 1865
TO PRESENT - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of American literature from 1865 to the present, including
poetry, fiction and drama. Emphasis will be on the political, social
and cultural influences on writers of the Realistic, Regional,
Naturalistic, Modern, and Post-Modern movements with readings
from both traditional and multicultural writers represented.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN ENGL
16 or CAN ENGL SEQ C [with ENGL V22A].
ENGL V23 - INTRODUCTION TO DRAMATIC
LITERATURE - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a beginning study of dramatic theory. Plays from
various time periods will be studied and analyzed as literary works in
the historical context, traced through their production history,
considered for their relevance and impor tance for today’s ar tists and
audiences, and analyzed for their production possibilities.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 23. Same as THA V23.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN
ENGL 22.
ENGL V26 - INTRODUCTION TO SHAKESPEARE - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The course analyzes selected plays and verse to enhance
understanding of Shakespeare as poet and playwright. Lectures cover
all aspects, including plot development, character delineation,
themes, language, verse, stagecraft, social conventions and attitudes
of the Elizabethan Age. The selected plays represent a cross-section
of the types of plays created by Shakespeare. These plays will also
illustrate ways in which Shakespeare developed as dramatist and
poet.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 26. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ENGL V30 - SURVEY OF WORLD LITERATURE I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of world literature and its cultural framework from ancient
times to the Renaissance.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 30. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ENGL V31 - SURVEY OF WORLD LITERATURE II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of world literature and its cultural framework from the
Renaissance to the present.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 31. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ENGL V32A - SURVEY OF WOMEN IN
LITERATURE I - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An examination of the images, roles and identities of women
through the study of the contribution of women to a variety of literary
genres including prose, poetry, shor t fiction, drama and novels.
Authors will be studied in their historical, social and cultural milieu
from the Middle Ages through the early 20th century. A student
receiving credit in ENGL V32A will not receive credit in ENGL V132A.
Field trips may be required. Formerly ENGL V32B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
Credit Courses - 155 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
ENGL V32B - SURVEY OF WOMEN IN
LITERATURE II - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An examination of the images, roles and identities of women
through the study of the contribution of women to a variety of literary
genres including prose, poetry, shor t fiction, drama and novels.
Authors will be studied in their historical, social and cultural milieu
from the early 20th century to the present. Literary trends such as
Modernism, Feminism, Men’s Studies, and Lesbian/Gay/
BisexualTransgender Studies will also be covered. A student
receiving credit in ENGL V32B will not receive credit in ENGL V132B.
Field trips may be required. Formerly ENGL V32A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
ENGL V33 - INTRODUCTION TO AFRICAN-AMERICAN
LITERATURE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An analytical, in-depth study of the literature of the African
American experience in the United States. A student receiving credit
in ENGL V33 will not receive credit in ENGL V133.
Formerly Engl 33. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
ENGL V34 - INTRODUCTION TO CHICANO
LITERATURE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to introduce the literature of the Chicano.
The novel, shor t story, essay, theatre, song, and poetry of the
Chicano will be analyzed and interpreted in depth. A student
receiving credit in ENGL V34 will not receive credit in ENGL V134.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 34. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
ENGL V51 - EDITING I - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
A course designed to focus on how to make written material ready
for publication. Students may use word processing equipment. Basic
editing, grammar, spelling, English fundamentals, consistency and
style will be taught in relation to correcting work for a variety of print
and online publications. Skills acquired will be usable in various job
markets including newsletter, newspaper, magazine, book and online
publishing.
Field trips may be required. Same as JOUR V15A. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
ENGL V60A-Z - TOPICS IN ENGLISH - 1-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by the other
English offerings.
Formerly Engl 60A-Z. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
ENGL V88 - ENGLISH WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
ENGL V89 - WORKSHOPS IN ENGLISH - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Engl 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
ENGL V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN ENGLISH - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Engl 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
ENGL V132A - WOMEN IN LITERATURE I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An examination of the images, roles and identities of women
through the study of the contribution of women to a variety of literary
genres including prose, poetry, shor t fiction, drama and novels.
Authors will be studied in their historical, social and cultural milieu
from the Middle Ages through the early 20th century. Emphasis is on
appreciation rather than analysis. A student receiving credit in ENGL
V132A will not receive credit in ENGL V32A.
Field trips may be required. Formerly ENGL V132B. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only.
ENGL V132B - WOMEN IN LITERATURE II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An examination of the images, roles and identities of women
through the study of the contribution of women to a variety of literary
genres including prose, poetry, shor t fiction, drama and novels.
Authors will be studied in their historical, social and cultural milieu
from the early 20th century to the present. Literary trends such as
Modernism, Feminism, Men’s Studies, and Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/
Transgender Studies will also be covered. Emphasis is on appreciation
rather than analysis. A student receiving credit in ENGL V132B
will not receive credit in ENGL V32B.
Field trips may be required. Formerly ENGL V132A. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only.
ENGL V133 - AFRICAN-AMERICAN LITERATURE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A study of the uniqueness of the literature of African American
experience in the United States as seen and recreated in the work of
African American writers. Emphasis is on appreciation rather than
analysis. A student receiving credit in ENGL V133 will not receive
credit in ENGL V33.
Formerly Engl 133. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
ENGL V134 - CHICANO LITERATURE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will introduce the literature of the Chicano, including
selections of fiction, poetry, nonfiction and drama. Discussions and
assignments will emphasize interpretation, understanding, and
appreciation. A student receiving credit in ENGL V134 will not receive
credit in ENGL V34.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Engl 134. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 156 - Credit Courses
ENGL V190A - WRITING SKILLS: LEVEL A - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V34 or READ V04
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
The student will learn to write grammatically correct sentences, to
develop coherent paragraphs and to read and to analyze short
passages as models for writing.
Formerly ENGL V190. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
ENGL V190B - WRITING SKILLS: LEVEL B - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V190A; and ESL V34 or READ V04
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
The student will learn to write a variety of grammatically correct
sentences, use a variety of rhetorical modes in well-developed
paragraphs, and analyze shor t passages as models for writing. The
student will also be introduced to essay writing and library research.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree
credit.
Credit Courses - 157 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
ESL V01 - LOW-BEGINNING COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR
NON-AND LIMITED-ENGLISH-PROFICIENT
STUDENTS - 1-6 Units
Hours: 1-4 lecture, 1-6 laboratory weekly
A low-beginning course for non- and limited-English-proficient
students who want to acquire the listening and speaking skills
necessary for living, working, and attending school where English is
used. There will be very limited attention to reading and writing skills
at this level.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 12 units. Formerly EP V01. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
ESL V02 - HIGH-BEGINNING COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR
LIMITED-ENGLISH-PROFICIENT STUDENTS - 1-6 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V01 or equivalent
Hours: 1-4 lecture, 1-6 laboratory weekly
A high-beginning course for limited-English-proficient students
who want to acquire the listening, speaking, reading, and writing
skills necessary for living, working, and attending school where
English is used. There will be some attention to reading and writing
skills at this level, but listening and speaking will have the major
emphasis.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 12 units. Formerly EP V02. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
ESL V03 - LOW-INTERMEDIATE COMMUNICATION SKILLS
FOR LIMITED-ENGLISH-PROFICIENT STUDENTS - 1-6
Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V02 or equivalent
Hours: 1-4 lecture, 1-6 laboratory weekly
A low-intermediate course for limited-English-proficient students
who want to develop the listening, speaking, reading, and writing
skills necessary for living, working, and attending school where
English is used.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 12 units. Formerly EP V03. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
ESL V04 - HIGH-INTERMEDIATE COMMUNICATION SKILLS
FOR LIMITED-ENGLISH-PROFICIENT
STUDENTS - 1.5-6 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V03 or equivalent
Hours: 1-4 lecture, 1.5-6 laboratory weekly
A high-intermediate course for limited-English-proficient students
who want to develop the listening, speaking, reading, and writing
skills necessary for living, working, and attending school where
English is used.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 12 units. Formerly EP V04. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
ESL V05 - LOW-ADVANCED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY TO
DEVELOP COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE ART
SKILLS - 1.5-6 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V04 or equivalent skills
Hours: 1-4 lecture, 1.5-6 laboratory weekly
A lower-level advanced course for native and nonnative speaking
students who need to increase their competence in reading, writing
and speaking skills for the workplace, college courses, vocational
training programs, and social situations.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 12 units. Formerly EP V05. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
ESL V06 - HIGH-ADVANCED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY TO
DEVELOP COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE ART
SKILLS - 1.5-6 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V05 or equivalent skills
Hours: 1-4 lecture, 1.5-6 laboratory weekly
A higher-level advanced course for native and nonnative speaking
students who need to increase their competence in reading, writing
and speaking skills for the workplace, college courses, vocational
training, and social situations.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 12 units. Formerly EP V06. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
ESL V07 - HIGH-ADVANCED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY TO
DEVELOP READING SKILLS FOR LIMITED-ENGLISHPROFICIENT
STUDENTS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ESL V05 and ESL V06
Recommended preparation: concurrent enrollment in ESL V08
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
An advanced course for native and nonnative speakers who need
to increase their competence in reading skills. Emphasis is given to
reading course materials as well as those found on the Internet for
the purpose of writing reports and discussion papers.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly EP V07. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
ESL V08 - HIGH-ADVANCED ENGLISH PROFICIENCY TO
DEVELOP WRITING SKILLS FOR LIMITED-ENGLISHPROFICIENT
STUDENTS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ESL V05 and ESL V06
Recommended preparation: concurrent enrollment in ESL V07
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
An advanced course for native and nonnative speakers who need
to increase their competence in writing skills. Emphasis is given to
writing reports and discussion papers based on materials used in
reading courses as well as those found on the Internet.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly EP V08. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
ESL V09 - ENGLISH PROFICIENCY: DEVELOPMENTAL
LANGUAGE SKILLS FOR OFFICE SKILLS
STUDENTS - 2-6 Units
Recommended preparation: demonstrated basic reading skills
Hours: 1-4 lecture, 3-6 laboratory weekly
Students develop the reading, writing, listening, and speaking
skills necessary to succeed in an entry-level clerical job. Content
includes job search, applications and resumes, interviews, telephone
conventions, spelling, dictionary use, basic composition, business
letters, grammar and usage, punctuation, and developmental reading.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly EP V09. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
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ESL V12 - ENGLISH PROFICIENCY FOR
CITIZENSHIP - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V03 or equivalent skills
Hours: 1 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course is for limited-English-proficient students who are
seeking to become U.S. citizens. They will learn the English
necessary to pass the naturalization examination and to answer
questions in the oral interview for citizenship.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly EP V12. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
ESL V33 - INTERMEDIATE READING COMPREHENSION AND
LANGUAGE ACQUISITION - 3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V34 or READ V04 or appropriate
reading skills as measured by the college assessment process
Hours: 3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This is an intermediate-level reading course which is designed to
help students improve their reading comprehension at the level of the
short essay. They will individually develop their vocabularies and
learn to identify literal and implied main ideas and supporting details
at the level of the short essay. They will also read, summarize,
paraphrase and analyze short, simple expository passages.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Same as READ V03. Not
applicable for degree credit.
ESL V34 - BEGINNING READING
COMPREHENSION - 3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: appropriate reading skills as measured
by the college assessment process
Hours: 3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This is a beginning-level reading comprehension course intended
as a bridge for students from English as a Second Language, the
Educational Assistance Center, or into the college. It is designed to
help students develop reading comprehension at the paragraph level
and to develop a functional academic vocabulary.
ESL V34/READ V04 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 2 times. Same as READ V04. Not applicable for degree
credit.
ESL V40 - ENGLISH VOCABULARY AND COMMUNICATION
FOR NONNATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKERS - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
English vocabulary and communication is a course designed to
increase students' vocabulary and improve students' communication
skills in the areas of speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Not applicable for degree
credit.
ESL V88 - ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
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FASHION DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING
FDM V10 - INTRODUCTION TO FASHION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course explores the fashion industry. Included in the study is
the development of fashion, the roles and contributions of fashion
designers, producers and retailers to the industry, and an assessment
of potential fashion careers.
Field trips will be required. Formerly FDM 10. Transfer credit:
CSU.
FDM V17 - CREATING THE FASHION IMAGE: FASHION
PROMOTION - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V11A
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Fashion promotion is explored through newspapers, trade
publications, magazines, radio and television adver tisements.
Students will receive laboratory experience in adver tising, visual
display and fashion show production.
Field trips may be required. Formerly FDM 17. Same as ART V17.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
FDM V18A - FIGURE ILLUSTRATION I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V12A or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides basic instruction in drawing from clothed
models. Emphasis is placed on analysis of the contemporary figure
for style, clothing detail and implied movement with emphasis on
elegance, poise and mood. Attention is given to wash drawing and
dry media in achromatic and monochromatic color schemes. Live
models will be used.
Field trips may be required. Formerly FDM 18A. Same as ART
V18A. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
FDM V18B - FIGURE ILLUSTRATION II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V18A or FDM V18A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Intermediate instruction in drawing from clothed models. Analysis
of the contemporary figure for style, clothing detail and implied
movement with emphasis on elegance, poise and mood. Attention is
given to wash drawing and dry media in color. Live models will be
used.
Field trips may be required. FDM V18B /ART V18B may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly FDM 18B.
Same as ART V18B. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see
counselor.
FDM V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN FASHION DESIGN
MERCHANDISING - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly FDM 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
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FREN V51B - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
FRENCH II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: FREN V02 or FREN V51A or FREN V72 or 3 years of
high school French or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the student with some knowledge of
French additional oral practice in the language through conversation,
discussion groups, role-playing, and other activities in French. The
course will be conducted entirely in French.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 51B. Transfer credit: CSU.
FREN V51C - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
FRENCH III - 3 Units
Prerequisite: FREN V03 or FREN V51B or FREN V73 or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the intermediate-level student of French
further oppor tunity to practice the language through conversation,
discussion groups, debates, role-playing, and other activities in
French. The course will be conducted entirely in French.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 51C. Transfer credit:
CSU.
FREN V71 - FUNDAMENTALS OF ELEMENTARY
FRENCH I - 5 Units
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Communication skills are given primary emphasis in this course.
Training in pronunciation, comprehension, basic elementary
principles of grammar, progress in oral-aural skills emphasized
throughout the course and supplemented by the use of language
laboratory; cultural material is given to stimulate interest in and
develop an understanding and appreciation of the French-speaking
peoples and countries.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 71. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only.
FREN V72 - FUNDAMENTALS OF ELEMENTARY
FRENCH II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: FREN V01 or FREN V71 or equivalent or 2 years of high
school French
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Communication skills are given primary emphasis in this course.
Continued training in pronunciation, comprehension, basic elementary
principles of grammar, progress in oral-aural skills emphasized
throughout the course and supplemented by the use of the language
laboratory; cultural material continues to be given to stimulate
interest in and develop an understanding and appreciation of Frenchspeaking
peoples and countries.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 72. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only.
FREN V73 - FUNDAMENTALS OF INTERMEDIATE
FRENCH III - 5 Units
Prerequisite: FREN V02 or FREN V72 or equivalent or 3 years of high
school French
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Continued training in pronunciation, comprehension, principles of
grammar, reading of prose, and more developed composition skills;
progress in oral-aural skills emphasized throughout the course and
supplemented by use of the language laboratory; cultural material
continues to be given to stimulate interest in and develop an
understanding and appreciation of French-speaking peoples and
countries.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 73. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only.
FRENCH
FREN V01 - ELEMENTARY FRENCH I - 5 Units
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Training in communication, comprehension, pronunciation, elementary
principles of grammar, reading of prose, and simple composition;
progress in oral-aural skills emphasized throughout the
course and supplemented by outside use of the language laboratory;
cultural material is given to stimulate interest in and develop an understanding
and appreciation of the French-speaking peoples and
countries.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN FREN 2 or CAN FREN SEQ A [with FREN V02].
FREN V02 - ELEMENTARY FRENCH II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: FREN V01 or 2 years of high school French or equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Continued training in communication, comprehension, pronunciation,
principles of grammar, reading of prose, and simple composition;
progress in oral-aural skills emphasized throughout the course
and supplemented by outside use of the language laboratory; cultural
material is given to stimulate interest in and develop an understanding
and appreciation of the French-speaking peoples and countries.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 2. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN FREN 4 or CAN FREN SEQ A [with FREN V01].
FREN V03 - INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I - 5 Units
Prerequisite: FREN V02 or 3 years of high school French or equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Review of French grammar: students are given the opportunity to
increase their oral and written proficiency in the language and to read
selections drawn from the works of well-known authors; the language
laboratory will be used to reinforce and practice grammatical
concepts and communicative functions.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 3. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN FREN 8 or CAN FREN SEQ B [with FREN V04].
FREN V04 - INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: FREN V03 or equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Further study of grammatical principles with special emphasis on
building communicative skills in French. Reading and discussion of
essays, periodicals, short stories, drama and poetry used to increase
vocabulary, fluency and cultural understanding.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 4. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN FREN 10 or CAN FREN SEQ B [with FREN V03].
FREN V51A - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
FRENCH I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: FREN V01 or FREN V71 or 2 years of high school
French or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the student with some knowledge of
French further opportunity to practice the language through
conversation, role-playing, and other activities in French. The course
will be conducted entirely in French.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 51A. Transfer credit: CSU.
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FREN V74 - FUNDAMENTALS OF INTERMEDIATE
FRENCH IV - 5 Units
Prerequisite: FREN V03 or FREN V73 or equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Communication skills are given primary emphasis in this course.
Continued training in pronunciation, comprehension, principles of
grammar, more advanced reading and compositions, oral-aural skills
emphasized throughout the course and supplemented by use of the
language laboratory; cultural material continues to be given to
stimulate interest in and develop an understanding and appreciation
of French-speaking peoples and countries.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Fr 74. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only.
FREN V80 - CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An introduction to oral communication in French. Emphasis is on
listening, comprehension, and speaking through vocabulary
development and formulaic expressions such as greetings, introductions,
describing family members and daily activities. Role playing
and other communicative tasks will be used to facilitate language
learning.
FREN V88 - FRENCH WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
FREN V89 - WORKSHOPS IN FRENCH - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet the specific needs of the college and community
as required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area
are not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Fr 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
FREN V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN FRENCH - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Fr 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
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GEOGRAPHY
GEOG V01 - ELEMENTS OF PHYSICAL
GEOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is the study of the mutual relationships which exist
between humankind and the physical environment; world patterns of
natural features - climate, land forms, soils, vegetation, native animal
life, water and mineral resources; map reading and interpretation.
Field trips may be required (may be scheduled on Saturday).
Formerly Geog 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN GEOG 2 or CAN
GEOG 6 [with GEOG V01L].
GEOG V01L - ELEMENTS OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: GEOG V01 or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This laboratory course is designed to be the hands-on measurement,
computational and data analysis portion of the course. By
using specific data, either provided by the instructor or generated by
the students, activities focus on the detailed aspects and general
patterns associated with the hydrosphere, atmosphere, lithosphere
and biosphere. Specific activities include: topographic map
interpretation/use/preparation, reading/preparing charts and tables,
manipulation of numerical data, and learning/performing field/
laboratory techniques common to the discipline.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Geog 1L. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN GEOG 6 [with GEOG V01].
GEOG V02 - ELEMENTS OF CULTURAL
GEOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the broad field of geography - its
objectives, principal divisions, basic principles, and applications to
present-day world problems; understanding human society in relation
to the earth environment with emphasis on the cultural elements;
geographic analysis of the major world regions.
Field trips may be required (may be scheduled on Saturday).
Formerly Geog 2. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN GEOG 4.
GEOG V05 - INTRODUCTION TO WEATHER AND
CLIMATE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a nontechnical study of the earth’s atmospheric
phenomena; the basic weather elements - temperature, pressure, and
moisture conditions and the recording of data; investigation into the
causes of weather and the world climate pattern.
Field trips may be required (may be scheduled on Saturday).
Formerly Geog 5. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
GEOG V06 - GEOGRAPHY OF CALIFORNIA - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the geography of California - its
natural setting of mountains, valleys, deserts and coastline, and how
people have adapted to this unique environment. Topics to be
examined include weather and climate, agricultural activities,
settlement patterns, use of natural resources, industry and manufacturing,
and the problems facing California today.
Field trips may be required (may be scheduled on Saturday).
Formerly Geog 6. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
GEOG V22 - FUNDAMENTALS OF MAPPING AND
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an introduction to the mapping sciences
with a primary focus on Geographic Information Systems (GIS). This
is the foundation course for the use of GIS software. It covers the
history, structure, uses, hardware and software requirements, as
well as the basic operation of GIS. It also examines the use of other
geographic technologies–mapping, aerial photography, remote
sensing and global positioning systems (GPS)–as they relate to GIS
use. Examples will be presented (GPS) for the uses of GIS software
in a number of fields including business, city planning, natural
resource management and scientific research. This course is
recommended for anyone who is using or anticipates using any of
the many types of data that can be mapped.
Field trips will be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
GEOG V24 - INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL POSITIONING
SYSTEMS (GPS) - .5 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to introduce Global Positioning Systems
(GPS) to those who are considering using a hand-held Global
Positioning System receiver for navigating in recreational activities,
work and research. The course will be a combination of classroom
instruction and practical hands-on exercises.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
GEOG V26 - INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHIC
INFORMATION SYSTEMS SOFTWARE - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course covers hands-on use of Geographic Information
Systems (GIS) software package (ArcView) to learn GIS concepts.
All key skills for operating a GIS and various application areas for
GIS will also be covered.
Field trips will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
GEOG V28 - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
APPLICATIONS: PROJECT DEVELOPMENT - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: GEOG V26
Recommended preparation: GEOG V22
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an exploration of various Geographic Information
Systems (GIS) techniques and concepts through an active learning
approach. Students will define, propose, design and execute a
project that will incorporate GIS skills and knowledge.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
GEOG V88 - GEOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
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GEOG V89 - WORKSHOPS IN GEOGRAPHY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Geog 89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined
after admission.
GEOG V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
GEOGRAPHY - .5-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Geog 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
GEOG V95 - GEOGRAPHY INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This geography internship offers students who are volunteers
(unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience in their field of
study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a
designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an
approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see
counselor.
GEOG V96 - GEOGRAPHY INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This geography internship offers students who are employed in the
field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience related to their
field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with
a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of
an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see
counselor.
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GEOL V11 - INTRODUCTION TO OCEANOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Oceanography is a broad interdisciplinary field focused on the
common goal of understanding earth's oceans. It draws subject
matter from geology, geography, geophysics, chemistry, meteorology
and biology. Its goals are knowledge about processes and interrelationships
of the many subsystems which comprise the world's
ocean. Specific topic areas include: a history of oceanographic
research, the role of tectonic plates in oceans, features of the
seafloor, the chemistry of seawater, movements of the ocean's water,
coastal environments, life forms/conditions of oceans/seafloor as
well as atmospheric/oceanic interactions.
Field trips may be required (may be scheduled on Saturday).
Formerly Geol 11. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
GEOL V21 - DISASTERS AND GEOHAZARDS: PAST,
PRESENT AND FUTURE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course deals with natural and human disasters that have
occurred, mitigation of hazards, as well as the identification of
potential future disasters related to geologic hazards (geohazards).
Subjects covered will include natural events such as volcanoes,
earthquakes, landslides, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and coastal
erosion. Also included will be discussions of human-made events
and geohazards including acid rain, contamination of groundwater,
soil erosion, wetlands eradication and sewage, toxic and nuclear
waste disposal. Fundamental geologic and atmospheric principles
will be presented to support the understanding of each of these
processes.
Field trips will be required (may be scheduled on Saturday).
Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
GEOL V88 - GEOLOGY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
GEOL V89 - WORKSHOPS IN GEOLOGY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Geol 89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined
after admission.
GEOLOGY
GEOL V02 - PHYSICAL GEOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introductory study of the structure and materials
of the ear th and the dynamic forces, such as volcanism, mountainbuilding,
ear thquakes, plate tectonics, weathering and erosion, which
have formed and shaped this earth from its earliest history. The
course is designed to make students more aware of the nature and
processes of this ever-changing earth.
Field trips will be required (may be scheduled on Saturday).
Formerly Geol 2. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN GEOL 6 or CAN
GEOL 2 [with GEOL V02L].
GEOL V02L - PHYSICAL GEOLOGY LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: GEOL V02 or concurrent enrollment
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course introduces some of the fundamental methods and
concepts of geology in a laboratory situation: rock and mineral
identification, use of and interpretation of topographic and geologic
maps and aerial photographs; study of earth structures and landform
development.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Geol 2L. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN GEOL 2 [with GEOL V02].
GEOL V03 - HISTORICAL GEOLOGY: EARTH'S
SYSTEMS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This ear th history course studies the interaction and development
of planet ear th's four large-scale interrelated systems: the lithosphere,
biosphere, hydrosphere and atmosphere. The four-and-half
billion-year historical development of these four larger system (and
their many subsystems) will be interpreted and analyzed by studying
evidence from earth's rock layers and fossil record. Topics will include:
the basic geologic, hydrologic, atmospheric and biologic processes
at work on ear th (past and present), as well as selected details
related to plants, animals, rock, erosion, deposition and the development
of ocean basins, continents and planet ear th.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Geol 3. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN GEOL 8.
GEOL V07 - GEOLOGY OF NATIONAL PARKS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a general course which examines the geographic and
geologic settings of selected national parks of the United States and
Canada. In addition to specifics about the parks, this course will also
present basic geologic principles of rivers, glaciers, wind, rock
formations, fossils, deformation, coastal processes and geologic
time to clarify the history of each park. Some of the parks covered
include: Grand Canyon, Zion, Canyonlands, Petrified Forest, Mesa
Verde, Carlsbad Caverns, Everglades, Yosemite, Mount Rainer, Grand
Tetons, Yellowstone, Sequoia, Redwood, Big Bend, Crater Lake and
the newer parks of the Channel Island and the Great Basin.
Field trips may be required (may be scheduled on Saturday).
Formerly Geol 7. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
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GERMAN
GERM V01 - ELEMENTARY GERMAN I - 5 Units
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Training in communication, comprehension, pronunciation,
elementary principles of grammar, reading of prose, and simple
composition; progress in oral-aural skills emphasized throughout the
course and supplemented by outside use of the language laboratory;
introductory cultural material is given to stimulate interest in and
develop an understanding and appreciation of the German-speaking
peoples and countries.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ger 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN GERM 2 or CAN GERM SEQ A [with GERM V02].
GERM V02 - ELEMENTARY GERMAN II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: GERM V01 or 2 years of high school German or
equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Continued training in communication, comprehension, pronunciation,
elementary principles of grammar, reading of prose, and simple
composition; progress in oral-aural skills emphasized throughout the
course and supplemented by outside use of the language laboratory;
introductory cultural material is given to stimulate interest in and
develop an understanding and appreciation of the German-speaking
peoples and countries.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ger 2. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN GERM 4 or CAN GERM SEQ A [with GERM V01].
GERM V03 - INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I - 5 Units
Prerequisite: GERM V02 or 3 years of high school German or
equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Intensive review of grammar; introduction to new applications of
grammar principles; selections from original German literature are
read and discussed to provide practice in improving fluency in
communication.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ger 3. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN GERM 8 or CAN GERM SEQ B [with GERM V04].
GERM V04 - INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: GERM V03 or equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
Further study of grammatical principles with special emphasis on
building communicative skills in German. Reading and discussion of
essays, periodicals, short stories, drama and poetry used to increase
vocabulary, fluency and cultural understanding.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ger 4. Transfer credit: CSU,
UC. CAN GERM 10 or CAN GERM SEQ B [with GERM V03].
GERM V51A - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
GERMAN I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: GERM V01 or 2 years of high school German or
equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the student with some knowledge of
German fur ther opportunity to practice the language through
conversation, role-playing, and other activities in German. The
course will be conducted entirely in German.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ger 51A. Transfer credit:
CSU.
GERM V51B - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
GERMAN II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: GERM V02 or GERM V51A or 3 years of high school
German or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the student with some knowledge of
German additional oral practice in the language through conversation,
discussion groups, role-playing, and other activities in German.
The course will be conducted entirely in German.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ger 51B. Transfer credit:
CSU.
GERM V51C - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
GERMAN III - 3 Units
Prerequisite: GERM V03 or GERM V51B or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the intermediate-level German student
further oppor tunity to practice the language through conversation,
discussion groups, debates, role-playing, and other activities in
German. The course will be conducted entirely in German.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ger 51C. Transfer credit:
CSU.
GERM V80 - CONVERSATIONAL GERMAN - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An introduction to oral communication in German. Emphasis is on
listening, comprehension and speaking through vocabulary
development and formulaic expressions such as greetings,
introductions, describing family members and daily activities. Role
playing and other communicative tasks will be used to facilitate
language learning.
GERM V88 - GERMAN WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
GERM V89 - WORKSHOPS IN GERMAN - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Ger 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
GERM V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN GERMAN - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Ger 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
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GW V02T - TRANSFER SUCCESS - .5-3 Units
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide students with information
relevant to making a decision regarding major and college choice.
Students will be exposed to the different segments of higher
education. Admissions requirements, major preparation requirements,
general education requirements, and elective coursework will
be explored. The application and transition process to point of
transfer will be covered. Students will become familiar with various
published resource materials, including various Web sites.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
GW V02X - ORIENTATION WORKSHOP: EOPS - .5-3 Units
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
This workshop is designed to provide new students an overall
orientation to facilities, programs, services and faculty at Ventura
College. Students will experience a tour of the campus facilities,
acquaint themselves with the testing services available, receive
financial aid information, learn requirements for graduation and
transferability of courses, and plan their first semester’s class
schedule.
Formerly GW 2X. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer
credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
GW V88 - GUIDANCE WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only.
GW V89 - WORKSHOPS IN GUIDANCE - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course is designed to meet specific needs of the college and
community as required and requested by persons whose needs in
this area are not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly GW 89.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
GW V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN GUIDANCE
WORKSHOPS - 1-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course will offer specialized study oppor tunities for students
who wish to pursue projects not included in the regular curriculum.
Students are accepted only by written project approved by the
discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
GUIDANCE WORKSHOPS
GW V01A - DISCOVERING THE RIGHT CAREER - .5-3 Units
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
This course focuses on becoming aware of one’s interests, skills,
and abilities through testing and other means of self-analysis. The
student will study the job market and employment trends. Various
resources will be explored. The course will teach decision making
skills to assist the student in making appropriate career choices.
Field trips may be required. Formerly GW 1A. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see
counselor.
GW V01G - DYNAMIC JOB SEARCH SKILLS - .5-3 Units
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
A comprehensive study of effective job search techniques for
those who wish employment. Topics will include locating the right
employer, writing a resume, filling out job applications and developing
winning interview skills. Each student will develop a job search
plan and a finished resume. Audiovisual instruction will include
videotaped mock interviews.
Formerly GW 1G. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer
credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
GW V02A - COLLEGE ORIENTATION - .5-3 Units
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide new students an overall
orientation to facilities, programs, services and faculty at Ventura
College. Students will experience a tour of the campus facilities,
acquaint themselves with the testing services available, complete the
college assessment instruments for use in course placement, receive
financial aid information, learn requirements for graduation and
transferability of courses, and complete their educational plan.
Formerly GW 2A. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer
credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
GW V02B - COLLEGE ORIENTATION AND SURVIVAL
TRAINING (C.O.A.S.T.) - .5-3 Units
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
C.O.A.S.T. is a course designed to increase the student's success
in college by assisting the student in obtaining skills necessary to
reach his/her educational objectives. Topics in this course include
time management, test taking, communication skills, study techniques,
question-asking skills, library use, and personal issues that
may act as barriers to student success.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU;
credit limitations - see counselor.
GW V02Q - PEER ADVISING: EOPS - .5-3 Units
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
This workshop is primarily for training students interested in
becoming peer advisors. Techniques in basic communication, active
listening and interpersonal relationships will be stressed. The course
will include information regarding financial aids, graduation
requirements, transfer requirements and suppor tive services. Those
interested in becoming EOPS peer advisors should contact the EOPS
coordinator for fur ther information.
Formerly GW 2Q. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer
credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
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HEALTH EDUCATION
HED V60A-Z - TOPICS IN HEALTH EDUCATION - .5-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by the other
health education offerings. Examples of topics to be offered from
time to time include: AIDS awareness; living with cancer; exercise
and weight control; substance abuse.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly HEd 60A-Z. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
HED V60A - SUCCESSFUL AGING: LIVING LONGER, LIVING
BETTER - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course covers health and wellness issues relating to seniors
in more depth than the regular health education courses. Topics
covered include normal aging, ageism, physical and mental
conditions, fitness, nutrition, recreation, gender specific issues,
health care, and death and dying.
Field trips will be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V84 - CPR FOR PROFESSIONAL RESCUERS - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
To provide the professional rescuer with the knowledge and skills
necessary in an emergency to help sustain life, reduce pain, and
minimize the consequences of respiratory and cardiac emergencies
and successfully perform the appropriate rescue techniques.
Completion of this course will include an American Red Cross
certification card for CPR for the professional rescuer.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V85 - FIRST RESPONDER TRAINING - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: HED V92 or current community first aid and current
community CPR cards
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
To provide the professional rescuer with the knowledge and skills
necessary in an emergency to help sustain life, reduce pain, and
minimize the consequences of respiratory and cardiac emergencies.
To instruct all public safety personnel in first aid and safety
information pertinent to their work and as required by the California
Health and Safety Code. Completion of this course will include an
American Red Cross certification card for CPR for the professional
rescuer and an American Red Cross certification card for first aid for
public safety personnel.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly HEd 91. Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V88 - HEALTH EDUCATION WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
HED V89 - WORKSHOPS IN HEALTH EDUCATION - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet the specific needs of the college and community,
as required and requested by persons whose needs in this area
are not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
the same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly HEd 89. Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN HEALTH
EDUCATION - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course is designed for students who are interested in
fur thering their skills and knowledge of health education on an
independent study basis. Assignments may include performance,
library, laboratory and field work. Students are accepted only by
written project proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly HEd 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
HED V92 - FIRST AID, SAFETY AND CPR - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
Prevention of accident, procedures in caring for wounds, shock,
ar tificial respiration, unconsciousness, poisons, fractures, dressings
and bandages; care and treatment of athletic injuries; qualifies for
standard American Red Cross cer tificate and CPR community card
and AED (Automated External Defibrillation) card.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HEd 92. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN KINE/PE 8.
HED V93 - HEALTH AND WELLNESS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Basic concepts of wellness including ways of achieving optimum
health. Subjects studied include substance abuse, sexually transmitted
diseases including AIDS, fitness, nutrition, mental health,
cardiovascular disease, sexuality, and other significant health-related
issues.
Formerly HEd 93. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor.
HED V94 - THE TRAINER AND ATHLETIC
INJURIES - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
An introductory course covering the care and prevention of athletic
injuries. This course is designed to give some information to aid in
the proper care of these injuries to include: historical developments
in the field of athletic training and spor ts medicine, injury recognition,
treatment modalities, some evaluation techniques, rehabilitation,
emergency situations, and the demonstration of some taping and
wrapping techniques.
Formerly HEd 94. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN KINE/PE 4.
HED V95 - HEALTH AND WELLNESS: DESIGNED FOR
WOMEN - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Basic concepts of wellness including ways of achieving optimum
health. Subjects studied include substance abuse, sexually transmitted
diseases including AIDS, fitness, nutrition, mental health,
cardiovascular disease, sexuality, and other significant health-related
issues, with particular emphasis on the needs and concerns of
women.
Formerly HEd 95. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor.
HED V97 - FUNDAMENTALS OF NUTRITION AND
FITNESS - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
The study of the human body’s adaptation to exercise. The course
will include current principles and concepts as they relate to body
composition, cardiovascular adaptations to exercise, theory of
flexibility and strength training, diet, nutrition and performance, aging
and its effects on the parameters of fitness.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HEd 97. Same as HEC V97.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
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HS V12 - IN-HOME CARE PROVIDER - 1.5 Units
Hours: 4.5 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to prepare students to provide in-home
care to individuals with physical impairment or other impairment that
renders them unable to care for themselves.
Field trips will be required. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
Not applicable for degree credit.
HS V88 - HEALTH SCIENCE WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
the same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly HS V89.
HS V95 - HEALTH SCIENCE INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: current CPR certification for health care provider or
professional rescuer; current malpractice insurance; meet all clinical
facility requirements; fingerprint clearance if required by statute; no
visible tattoos or visible body piercings except single studs in ear
lobes; no acrylic or long nails in clinical settings; and approval of
ADN director
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This course offers students who are volunteers (unpaid) an
opportunity to obtain work experience related to their field of study.
Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated
faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an approved
work proposal.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 4 times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination
with any other work experience/internship courses. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only.
HS V96 - HEALTH SCIENCE INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: current CPR certification for health care provider or
professional rescuer; current malpractice insurance; meet all clinical
facility requirements; fingerprint clearance if required by statute; no
visible tattoos or visible body piercings except single studs in ear
lobes; no acrylic or long nails in clinical settings; and approval of
ADN director
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This course offers students who are employed in the field an
opportunity to expand their work experience related to their field of
study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a
designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an
approved work proposal.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 4 times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination
with any other work experience/internship courses. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only.
HEALTH SCIENCE
HS V10 - CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT - 3.5 Units
Prerequisite: current CPR certification for health care provider or
professional rescuer; proof of freedom from and immunity to
communicable diseases; physical examination demonstrating general
good health; fingerprinting; no visible tattoos or visible body
piercings except single studs in ear lobes; no acrylic or long nails in
clinical settings; and must have a valid social security card to apply
to the Department of Health Services for cer tification
Corequisite: HS V10L
Recommended preparation: the Department of Health Sciences may
deny certification to those with criminal records
Hours: 3.5 lecture weekly
This course will prepare the student to apply for cer tification to
practice as a nurse assistant, providing care to clients in a variety of
health care settings. Theory presentation will be coordinated with
clinical practice in skilled nursing facilities to complete the state
required curriculum, including topics such as patient rights,
interpersonal skills, safety, asepsis, clinical skills, nutrition,
rehabilitation, documentation, and death and dying. Upon completion
of this course and HS V10L with grades of C or better, the student
will receive a cer tificate of completion and be prepared to take the
certification exam from the California Department of Health Services.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HS 10.
HS V10L - CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT
LABORATORY - 2.5 Units
Corequisite: HS V10
Hours: 7.5 laboratory weekly
This course will prepare the student to apply for cer tification to
practice as a nurse assistant, providing care to clients in a variety of
health care settings. Clinical practice in skilled nursing facilities will
follow the state required curriculum including topics such as patient
rights, interpersonal skills, safety, asepsis, clinical skills, nutrition,
rehabilitation, documentation, and death and dying. Upon completion
of this course and HS V10 with grades of C or better, the student will
receive a certification of completion and be prepared to take the
certification exam from the California Department of Health Services.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required.
HS V11 - HOME HEALTH AIDE - 2 Units
Prerequisite: HS V10-V10L with grades of C or better or possession
of CNA certification in the state of California; current CPR certification
for health care provider or professional rescuer; proof of
freedom from and immunity to communicable diseases; physical
examination demonstrating general good health; fingerprinting; no
visible tattoos or visible body piercings except single studs in ear
lobes; no acrylic or long nails in clinical settings; and must have a
valid social security card to apply to the Department of Health
Services for cer tification
Recommended preparation: the Department of Health Services may
deny certification to those with criminal records
Hours: 1.5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course will prepare the student to apply for state certification
to practice as a home health aide. Theory presentations will be
coordinated with clinical practice in health care agencies to enable
students to develop the knowledge and skills required to provide care
in clients' homes under direction of a licensed nurse. Upon
completion of this course with a grade of C or better, the student will
receive a cer tificate of completion and will be eligible to apply to the
California Depar tment of Health Services for cer tification as a home
health aide.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Formerly HS 11.
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HISTORY
HIST V01A - INTRODUCTION TO WESTERN
CIVILIZATION I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys the history of Western civilization from
prehistory to 1648. The emphasis will be placed on important ideas,
institutions, and contributions of each major period of history in the
development of this civilization.
Formerly Hist 1A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN HIST 2 or CAN
HIST SEQ A [with HIST V01B].
HIST V01B - INTRODUCTION TO WESTERN
CIVILIZATION II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys the history of Western civilization from 1648
to the present. The emphasis will be placed on the impor tant ideas,
institutions, and contributions of each major period in the development
of modern society.
Formerly Hist 1B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN HIST 4 or CAN
HIST SEQ A [with HIST V01A].
HIST V01S - INTRODUCTION TO WESTERN CIVILIZATION
STUDY SESSION - 1 Unit
Corequisite: HIST V01A or HIST V01B
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course is designed to supplement the introduction to Western
civilization. The course will give students an oppor tunity to review
and discuss material covered in lecture and in reading assignments,
and will assist students in developing learning skills in note-taking,
reading, paper writing, and use of the library and other learning
resources. The course will enable students to better comprehend and
respond to the course material and thus improve performance.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Hist 1S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
HIST V02A - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON
WOMEN I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys the history of the United States from the
colonial period to the Civil War. Emphasis will be placed on the role
and participation of women in the development of American society,
its social, political, and economic institutions.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 2A. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V02B - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON
WOMEN II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys the history of the United States from the Civil
War to the present. Emphasis will be placed on the par ticipation and
contributions made by women to the social, political and economic
development of American society, with a focus on the development of
the feminist movement and the role of women in contemporary
America.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 2B. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V03A - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON
AFRICAN AMERICANS I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will explore the history of the United States from the
colonial period through 1865 with emphasis placed on the role of
African Americans. Star ting in colonial America, the course will
analyze the Virginia settlement and the House of Burgesses
(representative democracy) in 1618 and the importation of slaves in
1619. The plight of European indentured servants in North American
colonies will be contrasted with bonded slaves from Africa. Special
emphasis will be placed upon contributions, institutions, trends,
concepts, movements and problems relevant to African Americans. A
balanced focus will be placed on social, political, economic and
intellectual considerations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 3A. Same as AES V40A.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V03B - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON
AFRICAN AMERICANS II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will explore the history of the United States from 1865
to the present with emphasis on the role of African Americans.
Beginning with Reconstruction at the end of the Civil War to the
presidential plans for Reconstruction, futile opposition of southern
Democrats to radical Republican reconstruction plans and the plight
of the newly freed slaves is to be analyzed. Analysis of amendments,
and other American history topics such as industrialization, Jim Crow
laws, Populist par ty, Spanish American wars and all other American
wars will be discussed in relation to African Americans and their
involvement and contributions. Special emphasis will be placed upon
contributions, institutions, trends, concepts, movements and
problems relevant to African Americans. A balanced focus will be
placed on social, political, economic and intellectual considerations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 3B. Same as AES V40B.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V04A - HISTORY OF THE AMERICAS I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents a general survey of the history of the
Western hemisphere from its European discovery to the wars of
independence. Emphasis is placed on European heritage and the
planting of the colonial societies in the new world, influence of native
civilization and geographical environment, colonial policy, commerce,
industry, culture and expansion.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 4A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
HIST V04B - HISTORY OF THE AMERICAS II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents a survey of the history of the Americas in
general and the United States more specifically. The course will span
the political and cultural history of the Americas from Independence
to the present. Emphasis is placed on understanding the divergent
experiences of national development and the impact they have on the
American population and on relationships with other countries in the
American hemisphere. The course will also recount the social,
political and cultural experiences of Latinos in the United States.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 4B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
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HIST V09 - THE VIETNAM ERA - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to survey and assess the era of the
Vietnam War. The war’s causes, development and consequences will
be studied in terms of American foreign policy, diplomacy and
military involvement. An associated study will be made of the
domestic side of the war’s social, economic and political causes,
manifestations and ramifications.
Formerly Hist 9. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
HIST V10A - THE HERITAGE OF MEXICO I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents major historical developments and personalities
which have shaped the Mexican nation from the Pre-Columbian
era to independence. Emphasis is placed on understanding the culture
and customs of the Mexican people as seen throughout their history.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 10A. Same as AES
V21A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V10B - THE HERITAGE OF MEXICO II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents major historical developments and personalities
which have shaped the Mexican nation from independence to the
present time. Emphasis is placed on understanding the culture and
customs of the Mexican people as seen throughout their history, plus
important events in the relationship between Mexico and the United
States. A por tion of the course will address the role of the Mexican
and the Mexican American in the United States.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 10B. Same as AES
V21B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V12 - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON
CHICANOS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys the history of the United States from the
Independence to the present. Emphasis will be placed on the
par ticipation and contributions made by Chicanos to the development
of American society with a focus on the major historical forces,
events, and trends in American history that have impacted and
shaped the cultural, social, economic, political and intellectual
heritage of Mexican Americans/Chicanos in the United States.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 12. Same as AES V22.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V13 - CONTEMPORARY AFRICAN AMERICAN
EXPERIENCE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a historically oriented study of the African American
experience since World War II. Emphasis will be placed on the
environmental context of the emergence of strident African American
activities, and the philosophical assumptions, the rhetoric and the
substance of the civil rights movement and Black power revolt.
Relevant personalities, organizations, and cultural expressions will be
studied in relation to one another, and in relation to existing national,
political, economic, social, and intellectual institutional structures.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 13. Same as AES V41.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V14A - AFRICAN HISTORY TO 1800 - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a study of African history and will cover the ancient
Egyptians as well as Sub-Saharan Africa and its climate, geography,
culture and history. Beginning with civilizations along the Nile, the
reign of Kushitic pharaohs and other ruling dynasties, this course will
cover the rise and fall of great kingdoms in West Africa, the Atlantic
slave trade and religion in western and central Sudan, and end
around 1800.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 14A. Same as AES
V42A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V04BS - HISTORY OF THE AMERICAS II STUDY
SESSION - 1 Unit
Corequisite: HIST V04B
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course is designed to supplement and is to be taken
concurrently with History of the Americas. The course will give
students an oppor tunity to review and discuss material covered in
lecture and in reading assignments and will assist students in
developing learning skills in note-taking, reading, paper writing, and
use of the library and other learning resources. The course will
enable students to better comprehend and respond to the course
material and thus improve performance.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 4BS. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
HIST V05A - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON NATIVE
AMERICANS I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents a survey and analysis of the history of the
United States from the colonial era through 1865 with special
emphasis on Native American Indian peoples. Issues related to the
interaction of indigenous American peoples with Europeans in the
early modern to modern eras, their technologies and worldviews,
involving conquest, colonization, resistance, cultural change,
revitalization, and persistence are central to this history.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 5A. Same as AES V02A.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V05B - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON NATIVE
AMERICANS II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents a survey and analysis of United States
history from 1865 to the present with special emphasis on Native
American Indian peoples. The course presents an analysis of Indian
social, economic, political and religious culture and the impact of the
interaction with European Americans relative to cultural change,
resistance, cultural revitalization, and persistence.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 5B. Same as AES V02B.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V07A - HISTORY OF THE UNITED
STATES TO 1865 - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents a survey of the significant personalities,
groups, ideas, events, institutions and trends contributing to the
pluralistic American heritage from the Colonial period through the
Civil War.
Formerly Hist 7A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor. CAN HIST 8 or CAN HIST SEQ B [with HIST V07B].
HIST V07B - HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES
SINCE 1865 - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents a survey of the significant personalities,
groups, ideas, events, institutions and trends contributing to the
pluralistic American heritage from the Civil War to the present.
Formerly Hist 7B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor. CAN HIST 10 or CAN HIST SEQ B [with HIST V07A].
HIST V08 - HISTORY OF CALIFORNIA - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys California’s development from Native
American societies through the Spanish, Mexican and American
periods to the present. Emphasis will be placed on analyzing the
contributions of significant personalities, groups, ideas, events,
institutions and trends at key points in the state’s history.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 8. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
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HIST V14B - AFRICAN HISTORY SINCE 1800 - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a study of the Africans since 1800. It star ts with
Europeans' enlightenment and humanitarian efforts and covers
racism and stereotypes, European colonization in Africa, Nationalistic
and Messianic movements, Negritude, the African woman,
Independence, Afrikanners in South Africa, and the meaning of
freedom. The course ends with the problems of modernization in
present day Africa.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 14B. Same as AES
V42B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V15 - INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORY OF
EAST ASIA - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will present a historical survey of the countries and
cultures of East Asia with a principal focus on China and Japan. An
emphasis will be placed on the impact of traditional Chinese and
Japanese antiquity on the present, the impact of the culture and
heritage of each nation on the other, and the impact of the West on
both major nations.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 15. Same as AES V61.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V16 - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON FOREIGN
RELATIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents a survey of American foreign relations from
the Revolutionary War to the present with emphasis upon more
recent events and current foreign policy. The course relates foreign
affairs to the evolution of American political, social, and economic
institutions and is recommended for students with an interest in
international relations.
Formerly Hist 16. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
HIST V17 - UNITED STATES HISTORY: FOCUS ON ASIAN
AMERICANS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The course will survey the historical experience of the United
States from Independence to the present. Emphasis will be placed on
the participation and contributions made by Asian Americans to the
social, political, and economic development of American society
with a focus on Americans of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and
Southeast Asian ancestry. The course will examine the major
historical forces and trends in American history that have impacted
and shaped the social, economic, cultural, political and intellectual
heritage of the Asian American in the United States.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 17. Same as AES V63.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HIST V18A - WORLD HISTORY I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of major developments among world peoples from
antiquity to 1550 with par ticular emphasis on the dynamic interaction
and comparison of world cultures and their institutions. The
focus is on the role played by social, political, economic, religious
and other cultural forces in shaping major world cultures and their
histories, and the legacy of these peoples for those who followed
and for our world today.
Formerly Hist 18A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN HIST 14 OR
CAN HIST SEQ C [with HIST V18B].
HIST V18B - WORLD HISTORY II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of world history from the sixteenth century to the
present, with particular emphasis on the dynamic interaction and
comparison of peoples and cultures. The focus is on the role played
by social, political, economic, cultural, technological, and religious
forces in shaping the histories of the major regional civilizations of
the world, the interactions of the various civilizations, and their
collective contributions to our global community.
Formerly Hist 18B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN HIST 16 OR
CAN HIST SEQ C [with HIST V18A].
HIST V19 - A SURVEY OF ASIAN HISTORY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides a general survey of the history of Asia with a
broad focus on all major geographic regions and emphasis on the
migrations of significant peoples into and within Asia. Stress will be
placed on the development and impact of major groups as defined by
language, and the influences and contributions of their characteristic
cultures to civilization. The course begins with the first migrations
and continues to the 21st century.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
HIST V20 - INTRODUCTION TO WORLD HISTORY OF THE
20TH AND 21ST CENTURIES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will examine the major events and trends in the world
from the 20th century to the present. Topics will include political
events, conflict and conflict resolution, social history, the revolution
in science, the spread of technology, significant business and
economic trends, changing demographics and popular culture.
Formerly Hist 20. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
HIST V60A-Z - TOPICS IN HISTORY - 3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by the other
history offerings. Examples of topics to be offered from time to time
include: local history; World War II.
Formerly Hist 60A-Z. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
HIST V60B - HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN WEST - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course deals with the study of the American West from the
Pre-Columbian inhabitants and environment through the problems
and promises of the contemporary West. Emphasis is placed upon
the westward movement, the various groups who have called the
West home, traditional heroes and villains, and the frontier heritage.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Hist 60B. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HIST V88 - HISTORY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
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HIST V89 - WORKSHOPS IN HISTORY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Hist 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
HIST V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN HISTORY - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Hist 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
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HOME ECONOMICS
HEC V05A - INTRODUCTION TO INTERIOR
DESIGN - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course introduces the elements and principles used in the
planning and evaluation of interior design and applies them in space
organization and in the selection of furniture, accessories, wall and
floor coverings and lighting.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HE 5A. Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V05B - APPLIED PRINCIPLES OF INTERIOR
DESIGN - 3 Units
Prerequisite: HEC V05A
Recommended preparation: HEC V15
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will take design elements and principles and make
application of them through projects. Furnishings and materials will
be examined closely to explore characteristics of production quality
and consider appropriate use in interior design. The housing and
interior design industries will be assessed and career options will be
investigated.
Field trips will be required. Formerly HE 5B. Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V07 - HISTORY OF ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides a summary of the characteristics of
historical architectural styles with par ticular attention to the elements
of associated decorative ar ts.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V09 - FOODS - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the principles of basic foods selection and
teaches skills in the preparation and serving of foods as they relate to
the health and welfare of the individual and family.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HE 9. Transfer credit: CSU.
CAN FCS 8.
HEC V10 - NUTRITION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The basic nutritional needs of children and adults are studied
through critical examination of the principles of human nutrition as
related to health and types of diets.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HE 10. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN FCS 2.
HEC V11 - BASIC SEWING TECHNIQUES - 2 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Designed for the non-sewer, this course teaches the use of a
sewing machine and commercial patterns in the construction of
simple clothing, and home decor projects.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly HE 11.
HEC V12A - CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION I - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course teaches a variety of moderately difficult construction
and alteration techniques in addition to the utilization of more
advanced commercial patterns.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly HE
12A. Transfer credit: CSU. CAN FCS 10.
HEC V12B - CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION II - 2 Units
Prerequisite: HEC V12A or equivalent
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course teaches moderately difficult skills and techniques for
creating clothing, and adapting patterns for a more personal style.
Emphasis will be placed on a variety of applications for specialized
uses.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly HE
12B. Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V13A - ADVANCED SEWING TECHNIQUES - 2 Units
Prerequisite: HEC V12B or equivalent
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course teaches the application of advanced techniques in
custom sewing and handling special fabrics, such as leather, furs
and sheers. Special emphasis will be placed upon fine finishing detail
for couture garments.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly HE
13A. Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V13B - TAILORING - 2 Units
Prerequisite: HEC V12B or equivalent
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Both traditional and contemporary principles will be covered in this
tailoring class. Concepts of pattern selection, sizing and construction
techniques for suits and coats will be taught.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly HE 13B. Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V14A - BEGINNING QUILT MAKING - 2 Units
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course utilizes tools, materials and equipment to develop the
fundamental skills of quilt making. Includes instruction and practice
in techniques used to create simple patchwork quilts.
Fees will be required.
HEC V14B - INTERMEDIATE QUILT MAKING - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: HEC V14A or equivalent
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to accommodate individuals in a variety of
fields whose positions could be enhanced by fur ther expanding their
quilt making skills: elementary school teachers (applying skills in
presentations of math, history, art); activity directors for children,
adult and senior groups; ar tists; engineers (developing a broader
view of current tools and construction techniques); marketing
positions existing in quilt retail and wholesale markets and related
fields.
Fees will be required.
HEC V14C - ADVANCED QUILT MAKING - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: HEC V14B or equivalent
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course teaches a variety of specialized techniques in addition
to more advanced tools used for quilt making.
Fees will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times.
HEC V15 - TEXTILES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Topics covered include natural and man-made fibers, yarns, fabric
construction, dyes, finishes, care, and legislation affecting the textile
industry. Emphasis is placed on selection criteria for textiles in
apparel and home furnishings.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HE 15. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN FCS 6.
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HEC V16 - FLAT PATTERN DESIGN - 2-3 Units
Hours: 4-6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides an introduction to the designing of patterns
through the flat pattern method and is offered for those who have
fitting problems and/or those who want to create original clothing. A
personal basic sloper is developed for use in creating designs. A
final project will be to design and construct a garment.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly HE 16.
Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V17 - KNIT FABRICS - 2 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course will cover techniques for handling knit fabrics,
including special knits, lingerie, sweater knits, and active wear.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly HE 17.
HEC V18 - FASHION ANALYSIS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A study and application of the elements and principles of design
as related to apparel for the individual. Core components include:
application of principles and elements of design theory; significance
of apparel--psychological, sociological, physiological, and cultural;
apparel and personality; apparel and lifestyle; wardrobe planning and
budgeting; apparel for special needs; and care of apparel.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HE 18. Transfer credit: CSU.
CAN FCS 20.
HEC V19 - QUILT PATTERN DRAFTING - 1 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course will provide specific drafting techniques in an area not
covered by regular courses. Such skills can lead to the development
of a personal business in quilt making or related fields.
HEC V20 - QUILT HISTORY - 1 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course will cover vocabulary, recognition and description of
quilt styles in history through technological advances, materials and
patterns and provide students experience in planning reproduction
quilts.
HEC V22 - MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course explores the institution of marriage as a social and
economic unit: courtship, mate selection, types of conflict and
methods of resolution, sexuality, communication, parenthood, and
alternatives to marriage.
Formerly HE 22. Transfer credit: CSU. CAN FCS 12.
HEC V23 - CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT - 3 Units
Prerequisite: current negative TB test repor t
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to the study of developmental facts
and applicable theories from conception through adolescence,
including the areas of physical, social, cognitive, and emotional
growth. Directed observations are required.
Field trips will be required. Formerly HE 23. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN FCS 14.
HEC V24 - HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course integrates the physical, social, psychological,
emotional and cognitive aspects of human development throughout
the lifespan. Developmental tasks facing individuals at various points
in the lifespan are examined. The course will also explore the ways
social interaction and cultural institutions shape the development of
the individual including relationships and adjustments during the
normal stages of family living.
Formerly HE 24. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor. CAN FCS 24.
HEC V30 - SPACE PLANNING: INTERIORS - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: HEC V05A
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course is an intensive study in the ar t of placement, the
beginning of the design process. Coursework will include circulation
studies, bubble diagrams, focal point identification, axes identification,
zoning adjacencies, scale and proportion, and the "magic" of
"power placement" of furniture and objects.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HEC V60C. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HEC V31 - LIGHTING DESIGN - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: HEC V05A
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course covers the fundamentals of lighting design for
residential interiors. The course explores the application of lighting
design, including: ambient, accent and task lighting. The appropriate
usage of lighting fixtures and controls, decorative lighting, energy
efficient light sources and building code requirements is examined. It
also includes the relationship of color and texture to light, and human
responses to the lighting design.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HEC V60D. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HEC V32 - KITCHEN AND BATH DESIGN - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: HEC V05A
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course offers exposure to the methods and essentials as
practiced by the design professional. Topics include the kitchen work
triangle, surface materials, appliance choices, specialty and gourmet
kitchens, the pantry, cabinetry and storage; plus the impact of the
kitchen on American family life; bathroom design and materials and
fixtures.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HEC V60E. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HEC V42 - FOOD PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Principles of food preparation applied to large quantity production,
implement menu, service of food, evaluation of products, work and
organization.
Formerly HE 42.
HEC V43 - HEALTH CARE DIETARY SERVICES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Consideration of the scope and responsibilities of food service
within a health care institution; description of current legislation;
individual and group needs within the health facility and relationship
with the health care team.
Formerly HE 43.
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HEC V44 - MODIFIED DIETS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: HEC V10
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is the application of the principles of nutrition as they
relate to special and abnormal physical conditions.
Formerly HE 44.
HEC V45 - MENU PLANNING AND PURCHASING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The planning of satisfying and interesting meals for institutional
food services operations including class A lunch, considering such
factors as nutritional adequacy, psychological needs, economic
consideration, types of operations, available equipment, and skill of
personnel. The purchasing of food including market availability,
analysis of food quality, and writing of specifications.
Formerly HE 45.
HEC V60A-Z - TOPICS IN HOME ECONOMICS - .5-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by the other
home economics offerings. Examples of topics to be offered from
time to time include: puppetry workshop; controversies in nutrition;
nutrition and politics; child abuse.
Formerly HE 60A-Z. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
HEC V60A - SPECIAL CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION
PROJECTS - 2 Units
Prerequisite: HEC V12B or equivalent
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
An individual projects course designed for the student desiring
experience in specialized areas. Examples are: factory methods for
home operations, bridal and formal wear, and specialized commercial
needs.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly HE 60A. Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V60B - FOODS AND NUTRITION FOR
CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH - 1 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course provides a practical introduction to the principles of
nutrition and food selection and preparation to maximize cardiovascular
health.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly HE
60B.
HEC V88 - HOME ECONOMICS WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly HEC
V89.
HEC V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN HOME
ECONOMICS - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly HE 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V95 - HOME ECONOMICS INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This home economics internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an oppor tunity to obtain work experience in their
field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with
a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of
an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
HEC V96 - HOME ECONOMICS INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This home economics internship offers students who are
employed in the field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
HEC V97 - FUNDAMENTALS OF NUTRITION AND
FITNESS - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
The study of the human body’s adaptation to exercise. The course
will include current principles and concepts as they relate to body
composition, cardiovascular adaptations to exercise, theory of
flexibility and strength training, diet, nutrition and per formance, aging
and its effects on the parameters of fitness.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HE 97. Same as HED V97.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
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HORTICULTURE
HORT V02 - HORTICULTURE PROJECTS - 1-4 Units
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 3-12 laboratory weekly
This course offers students an opportunity to plan, develop and
carry out an individual production or research project on campus under
the direction and supervision of a faculty advisor. Emphasis will
be on developing practical skills and experiences related to the
student's major. The horticulture facilities offer oppor tunities in nursery-
greenhouse production, laboratory research, organic gardening,
landscape construction, and sustainable orchard and vegetable production.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only.
HORT V30 - PLANT PROPAGATION AND
PRODUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Plant propagation and production practices with emphasis on nursery
and greenhouse operations including sexual and asexual reproduction,
planting, transplanting, fer tilization, irrigation, plant growth regulators,
pest and disease control, and design and operation of propagation
structures. Preparation and use of propagating and planting mediums.
Use and maintenance of common tools and equipment.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HORT V32 - IRRIGATION SYSTEM DESIGN - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Students will develop strategies for analyzing landscape sites and
calculating irrigation needs. Industry products and equipment
availability and uses will be reviewed. Water hydraulics, system
layout, design projects and cost estimates will be completed by
students. Typical installation methods and basic troubleshooting
irrigation problems will be demonstrated. Basic drawing equipment is
required.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 32. Transfer credit: CSU.
HORT V33 - LANDSCAPE PLANNING AND DESIGN - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to environmental design stressing
planning and layout concepts, site analysis and plant uses. Studies in
land uses, space, scale and unity will be accomplished. Actual
landscape design projects with emphasis on layout, graphics and
presentation of drawings for small commercial and residential
properties will be completed by students. Basic drawing equipment
required.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Ag 33. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
HORT V37 - LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
In this course, students will gain practical field experience in
installing landscape planting and irrigation systems. Proper use of
typical construction materials, tools, and power equipment will be
emphasized. Actual projects may include decks, patios, overheads,
benches, walls, fences, walks, low voltage lighting, water elements
and grading. California licensing, contracts and codes will be
reviewed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 37. Same as CT V37.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
HORT V40 - NURSERY AND GREENHOUSE
MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course will include retail and wholesale nursery location,
layout, organization, scheduling, budgeting, and personnel development;
propagation and general production techniques, marketing and
sales; operation of greenhouse structures for production of flowers,
pot plants and nursery stock; case studies of actual industry
facilities and management problems.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 40.
Transfer credit: CSU.
HORT V41 - LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Analysis and management practices associated with planting and
maintaining landscaped grounds. Emphasis will be on pruning,
selection and culture of plants, pest control, turfgrass management,
irrigation programming, fer tilization practices and selection and use
of tools and equipment. Discussions will focus on business
organization, management, budgeting and scheduling. Practical
bidding and estimating landscape maintenance projects will be
included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 41. Transfer credit: CSU.
HORT V42A - LANDSCAPE PLANT IDENTIFICATION AND
USES I - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Identification, growth habits, cultural requirements and use of
ornamental ground covers, shrubs, vines, trees and herbaceous
plants adapted to the climates of Southern California. Emphasis will
be on drought tolerant plants. Focus on plants with fall and winter
unique characteristics. A plant collection will be required.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Ag 42A. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN AG 18.
HORT V42B - LANDSCAPE PLANT IDENTIFICATION AND
USES II - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Identification, growth habits, cultural requirements and uses of
ornamental trees, shrubs, ground covers, natives, annuals and
perennials adapted to the climates of Southern California. Focus on
plants with unique spring and summer characteristics. Studies
include drought tolerant plants. A plant collection will be required.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Ag 42B. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HORT V45 - ARBORICULTURE - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
In this course, students will learn to identify and manage trees
planted in Southern California landscapes. Techniques for planting,
pruning, staking, pest management, and tree climbing will be
emphasized. Students will gain practical experience in all aspects of
tree management including rope work, cavity repair, bracing, cabling,
guying, and hazard evaluation.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 45.
Transfer credit: CSU.
HORT V46 - TURFGRASS MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is a study of grasses, their characteristics, uses, and
management as related to commercial landscape and recreational
areas. Emphasis will be on identification, cultural requirements, and
field maintenance practices. Laboratory activities include equipment
operation, planting, and observation of park, golf course, turf farm,
athletic facility and commercial sites.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Ag 46. Transfer credit: CSU.
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HORT V47 - BEGINNING FLORAL DESIGN AND
TECHNIQUES - 2.5 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course stresses the mechanics involved in constructing basic
flower arrangements. Included is the identification, selection and
evaluation of appropriate materials, flowers and foliage used in the
retail floristry industry. The student will develop basic skills in the
construction of typical floral arrangements including bud vases,
corsages, boutonnieres, table pieces and special events.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 47.
Transfer credit: CSU.
HORT V48 - INTERMEDIATE FLORAL DESIGN - 2.5 Units
Recommended preparation: HORT V47 or equivalent
Hours: 2 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course stresses the study and practice of professional flower
arranging. Included are the care and conditioning of flower and plant
materials, methods for preserving and arranging dried specimens,
planning, consulting and decorating for weddings, sympathy tributes,
holiday and seasonal designs and unique floral styles.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HORT V49 - ADVANCED FLORAL DESIGN AND RETAIL SHOP
OPERATION - 2.5 Units
Recommended preparation: HORT V48 or retail shop experience
Hours: 2 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course stresses advanced construction techniques and a
fur ther development of interpretive design skills. Included also are
basic flower shop practices and operations, window displays,
merchandising and wire service sales. Students will learn material
sources, ordering techniques and handling of products.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Ag 48.
Transfer credit: CSU.
HORT V50 - CONTEMPORARY AND WESTERN FLORAL
DESIGN - 2.5 Units
Recommended preparation: HORT V49 or retail shop experience
Hours: 2 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course will present the techniques of western and current
high design styles now in use. These contemporary styles include
parallel systems, abstract, interpretative, vegetative, new convention
and formal. Students will gain experience in creating these unique
styles through various arrangement practices.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HORT V88 - HORTICULTURE WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
the same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly HORT V89.
HORT V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
HORTICULTURE - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Transfer credit: CSU.
HORT V95 - HORTICULTURE INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This horticulture internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
HORT V96 - HORTICULTURE INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This horticulture internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
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HUMANITIES
HUM V15 - TUTORIAL PROCEDURES AND
METHODS - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed for students who are interested in being
tutors at Ventura College. It is an introduction to the theories and
methods of effective tutoring including communication techniques,
learning theories and individualized instruction.
Formerly Hum 15. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
HUM V88 - HUMANITIES WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
HUM V89 - WORKSHOPS IN THE
HUMANITIES - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Hum 89.
Transfer credit: CSU.
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INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
IDS V08 - ETHICS IN MODERN SOCIETY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an introduction to the philosophy of ethics in
our modern-day society. It integrates ethical issues from areas such
as environmental studies, bioethics, criminal justice, business and
law, the media, literature, medicine, politics, theatre, and from the
field of psychology. In addition to lectures and discussions in each of
these areas, movies, videos and a theatrical production may be
included to help illustrate specific ethical issues.
Field trips may be required. Formerly IdS 8. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
IDS V11 - STUDY SKILLS: APPLICATIONS TO COLLEGELEVEL
COURSEWORK - 1.5-3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: IDS V12 or SS V02 or appropriate skills
Hours: 1-3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course could save your academic life. It is an advanced study
skills course designed for students who are currently taking
academic or vocational classes and would like to refine their study
skills and apply them to their coursework. It includes advanced notetaking
applications, library research, time management, taking inclass
essay exams, practice in taking timed standardized tests,
designing reading study guides.
Formerly IdS 11. Same as SS V01. Not applicable for degree
credit.
IDS V12 - STUDY SKILLS: PREPARATION FOR TAKING
ACADEMIC AND VOCATIONAL COURSES - 1-3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V34 or READ V04 or appropriate
reading skills as measured by the college assessment process
Hours: .5-3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course could save your academic life. It is designed for students
who are currently taking or are preparing to take academic or
vocational courses. It covers note-taking and listening skills, introduction
to outlining, reading and study techniques, library skills, time management
and priority determination, memory and test-taking strategies,
and campus and community resources. Students will learn through
lectures, group discussions, campus tours, videos and assignments.
Formerly IdS 12. Same as SS V02. Not applicable for degree credit.
IDS V60A-Z - TOPICS IN INTERDISCIPLINARY
STUDIES - .5-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Each course will be a specific topic in reading, writing, study skills
or life skills designed to support students’ success in academic
classes.
Each course may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly IdS
60A-Z. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for
degree credit
IDS V88 - INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly IDS V89.
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INTERNSHIP
INTR V95 - INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This internship course offers students who are volunteers (unpaid)
an oppor tunity to obtain work experience related to their field of
study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a
designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an
approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Formerly NTRN V95. Offered on
a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations -
see counselor.
INTR V96 - INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This internship course offers students who are employed in the
field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience related to their
field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with
a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of
an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Formerly NTRN V96. Offered on
a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations -
see counselor.
Credit Courses - 181 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
ITALIAN
ITAL V01 - ELEMENTARY ITALIAN I - 5 Units
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This is an introductory course designed to provide the student with
basic communication skills in Italian. Emphasis is on listening,
speaking, reading and writing Italian. Study of basic grammatical
principles and proper Italian pronunciation are also emphasized. The
history and culture of the Italian people will be discussed. The
language laboratory will be used to supplement classroom instruction.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ital 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN ITAL 2 OR CAN ITAL SEQ A [with ITAL V02].
ITAL V02 - ELEMENTARY ITALIAN II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: ITAL V01 or 2 years of high school Italian
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This is the second course in the introductory sequence of Italian
language study. Students will expand vocabulary and mastery of
grammatical concepts as they acquire greater listening, speaking,
reading and writing skills in Italian. The language laboratory will be
used to supplement classroom instruction. Students will use more
complex grammatical constructions and a wider range of idiomatic
expressions. Fur ther study of Italian history, culture and current
events will be included in order to develop comprehension and
speaking skills.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ital 2. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN ITAL 4 OR CAN ITAL SEQ A [with ITAL V01].
ITAL V51A - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
ITALIAN I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ITAL V01 or 2 years of high school Italian or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the student with some knowledge of
Italian fur ther opportunity to practice the language through conversation,
role-playing, and other activities in Italian. The course will be
conducted entirely in Italian.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ital 51A. Transfer credit:
CSU.
ITAL V51B - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
ITALIAN II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ITAL V02 or ITAL V51A or 3 years of high school Italian
or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the intermediate-level student of Italian
additional oral practice in the language through conversation,
discussion groups, role-playing, and other activities in Italian. The
course will be conducted entirely in Italian.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Ital 51B. Transfer credit:
CSU.
ITAL V80 - CONVERSATIONAL ITALIAN - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An introduction to oral communication in Italian. Emphasis is on
listening, comprehension and speaking through vocabulary development
and formulaic expressions such as greetings, introductions,
describing family members and daily activities. Role-playing and
other communicative tasks will be used to facilitate language
learning.
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JAPN V80 - CONVERSATIONAL JAPANESE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An introduction to oral communication in Japanese. Emphasis is
on listening, comprehension and speaking through vocabulary
development and formulaic expressions such as greetings,
introductions, describing family members and daily activities. Roleplaying
and other communicative tasks will be used to facilitate
language learning.
JAPANESE
JAPN V01 - ELEMENTARY JAPANESE I - 5 Units
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This is an introductory course designed to provide the student with
basic communication skills in Japanese. Emphasis is on listening,
speaking, reading and writing Japanese. Study of basic grammatical
principles and proper Japanese pronunciation are also emphasized.
Students are introduced to the use of Japanese characters. The
history and culture of the Japanese people will be discussed. The
language laboratory will be used to supplement classroom instruction.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Japn 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN JAPN 2 OR CAN JAPN SEQ A [with JAPN V02].
JAPN V02 - ELEMENTARY JAPANESE II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: JAPN V01 or 2 years of high school Japanese or
equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This is the second course in the introductory sequence of
Japanese language study. Students will expand vocabulary and
mastery of grammatical concepts as they acquire greater listening,
speaking, reading and writing skills in Japanese. The language
laboratory will be used to supplement classroom instruction.
Students will use more complex grammatical structures and a wider
range of idiomatic expressions. Further study of Japanese history,
culture and current events will be included in order to develop
comprehension and speaking skills.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Japn 2. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN JAPN 4 OR CAN JAPN SEQ A [with JAPN V01].
JAPN V51A - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
JAPANESE I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: JAPN V01 or 2 years of high school Japanese or
equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the student with some knowledge of
Japanese further opportunity to practice the language through
conversation, role-playing, and other activities in Japanese. The
course will be conducted entirely in Japanese.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Japn 51A. Transfer credit:
CSU.
JAPN V51B - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
JAPANESE II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: JAPN V02 or JAPN V51A or 3 years of high school
Japanese or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the intermediate-level student of
Japanese additional oral practice in the language through conversation,
discussion groups, role-playing, and other activities in
Japanese. The course will be conducted entirely in Japanese.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Japn 51B. Transfer credit:
CSU.
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JOURNALISM
JOUR V01 - MASS COMMUNICATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An introduction to mass communication media and technologies,
including a survey of their function, responsibilities and practice, as
well as their history, development, influence on society, and potential
for the future. An overview of all phases of mass communication and
communication technology in our information-conscious society.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Jour 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN JOUR 4.
JOUR V05A - COMMUNICATION SKILLS THROUGH
WRITING I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Recommended preparation: keyboarding and word processing skills
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Research, investigation, reporting and writing with emphasis on
mastering basic communication techniques for application in mass
media. News, feature, persuasion, review and sports writing are also
a part of the course. A student receiving credit in JOUR V05A will not
receive credit in JOUR V105.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Jour 5A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN JOUR 2.
JOUR V05B - COMMUNICATION SKILLS THROUGH
WRITING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: JOUR V05A
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Advanced reporting and newswriting with emphasis on investigative,
persuasive and in-depth writing for publication. Course will
include techniques of successful presentation/communication
through mass media. A student receiving credit in JOUR V05B will
not receive credit in JOUR V105.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Jour 5B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
JOUR V10A - CREATING A PUBLICATION I - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: JOUR V05A; and ENGL V51 or JOUR
V15A
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course focuses on the written content of a newspaper,
including assigning, evaluating and editing stories. Print and online
publication of the college newspaper, the VC Press, provides handson
learning. Lectures and discussions cover newspaper style,
headline writing, computer techniques, and the relationship between
content and design. Newswriting and copy editing experience is
helpful.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Jour 10A. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
JOUR V10B - CREATING A PUBLICATION II - 4 Units
Prerequisite: JOUR V10A
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course teaches advanced techniques in producing a
publication, using the print and online editions of the college
newspaper, the VC Press, for hands-on learning. Students assume
managerial/editorial responsibilities on a more sophisticated level,
which helps to prepare them for work on professional publications.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Jour 10B. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
JOUR V11A - CREATIVE PUBLICATION DESIGN I - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: knowledge of ar t/design principles and
computerized desktop publishing
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
A course in publication design techniques for the student who has
a background in art and design and/or computer desktop publishing
experience. Using the college newspaper, the VC Press, for hands-on
learning, the course emphasizes the visual presentation and the
fundamentals of publication design and layout and their relationship
to written content. Students use Macintosh computers and desktop
publishing and graphic ar ts software such as Quark Xpress. The
adver tising, business and circulation aspects of newspaper
production are included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Jour 11A. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
JOUR V11B - CREATIVE PUBLICATION DESIGN II - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: knowledge of ar t/design principles and
computerized desktop publishing
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
A course in advanced publication design techniques for the
student who has a background in ar t and design and/or computer
desktop publishing experience. Focuses on preparing students to be
able to fully produce actual publications. The college newspaper,
both print and online editions, are used for practical experience.
Adver tising, business and circulation aspects of newspaper
production are included. Skills acquired are applicable in the graphic
design and adver tising job markets.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Jour 11B. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
JOUR V15A - EDITING I - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
A course designed to focus on how to make written material ready
for publication. Students may use word processing equipment. Basic
editing, grammar, spelling, English fundamentals, consistency and
style will be taught in relation to correcting work for a variety of print
and online publications. Skills acquired will be usable in various job
markets including newsletter, newspaper, magazine, book and online
publishing.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Jour 15A. Same as ENGL
V51. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
JOUR V15B - EDITING II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V51 or JOUR V15A
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
An advanced course designed to focus on how to prepare written
material for publication. Students will use computer software to
complete their work. Editing and grammar skills will be polished to
prepare students to edit a variety of print and online publications with
a high degree of efficiency and independence.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Jour 15B. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
JOUR V22 - ADVERTISING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed for students to examine the role of
adver tising in the marketing program in business and industry.
Topics include consumer analysis, ad media, budgeting, market
research, layout, copywriting, typography, advertising agencies and
opportunities in adver tising.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Jour 22. Same as BUS V39.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
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JOUR V30 - PRESS PHOTOGRAPHY PRACTICUM - 1.5 Units
Corequisite: PHOT V01 or previous practical experience
Hours: 1 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
Survey of the principles of photojournalism. Students will work as
photographers for the college newspaper.
Field trips may be required. JOUR V30/PHOT V30 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Jour 30. Same
as PHOT V30.
JOUR V31 - PRESS LAB PRACTICUM - 1-2 Units
Hours: 3-6 laboratory weekly
This is a specialized workshop that allows students to contribute to
the college newspaper with writing, copy-editing, cartooning or
production design.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Jour 31. Offered
on a credit/no credit basis only.
JOUR V60A-Z - TOPICS IN JOURNALISM - 1-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by the other
journalism offerings.
Formerly Jour 60A-Z. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
JOUR V88 - JOURNALISM WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
JOUR V89 - WORKSHOPS IN JOURNALISM - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Jour 89.
Transfer credit: CSU.
JOUR V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
JOURNALISM - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Jour 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
JOUR V95 - JOURNALISM INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: JOUR V05A
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Hours: 60 per unit
This journalism internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work
experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
JOUR V96 - JOURNALISM INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: JOUR V05A
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Hours: 75 per unit
This journalism internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work
experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
JOUR V105 - WRITING FOR COMMUNICATIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Research, investigation, repor ting and writing with emphasis on
mastering basic communication techniques for application in mass
media. News, feature, persuasion and spor ts writing are also par t of
the course. A student receiving credit in JOUR V105 will not receive
credit in JOUR V05A or V05B.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Jour 105. Offered on a credit/
no credit basis only.
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LEADERSHIP
LDR V02 - STUDENT LEADERSHIP - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to give Associated Student Body officers,
student associations, Honor Society, and club members and other
interested students practical experience in the role of leadership in
relation to student government and the overall campus organization.
Practical application in the execution of student activities and
programs, and college committee involvement will be emphasized.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Ldr 2. Transfer credit: CSU.
LDR V88 - LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only.
LDR V89 - WORKSHOPS IN LEADERSHIP - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and the community,
as required and requested by persons whose needs in this area
are not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Ldr 89.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU.
LDR V95 - LEADERSHIP INTERNSHIP - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This internship course offers students who are volunteers (unpaid)
an oppor tunity to obtain work experience related to their field of
study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a
designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an
approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
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LS V04 - DEVELOPING PHONETIC SKILLS FOR READING
AND SPELLING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a foundation course designed to improve spelling and
reading through multisensory (SEE, SAY, HEAR, FEEL) phonetic
approach using labeling techniques, sound-symbol association,
decoding skills, syllable segmentation, and word construction rules.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
LS V05 - LEARN TO LISTEN - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A semester foundation course designed to improve learning
efficiency through structured listening skill experiences. Although
designed as a lecture experience, students receive individual
instruction to improve their present level of ability.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 5. Not
applicable for degree credit.
LS V06 - TECHNIQUES OF PROBLEM SOLVING:
LANGUAGE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A foundation course designed to improve creative thinking,
problem solving, language and intellectual capabilities. This course
consists of the use of AV materials in the language lab as well as
individual instruction in the development of critical thinking.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 6. Not
applicable for degree credit.
LS V07 - LEARNING SKILLS: FUNDAMENTALS OF
MATH - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Offered as a review of math fundamentals for students who are
having difficulties learning basic math in the traditional college
environment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 7. Not
applicable for degree credit.
LS V08 - SPELLING IMPROVEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A foundation course designed to improve spelling efficiency.
Special emphasis will be placed on developing spelling competence
with everyday words used in oral conversations and written themes.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 8. Not
applicable for degree credit.
LS V09 - PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an oppor tunity for people to meet in small
groups in order to share thoughts, feelings, and personal concerns,
with variations for the special learning styles of learning-disabled
students. Emphasizes development of self-concept, realistic
appraisal of strengths, interpersonal relations, and asser tiveness.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 9. Not
applicable for degree credit.
LS V10 - VOCABULARY BUILDING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A foundation course designed to improve vocabulary skills.
Special focus will be placed upon understanding the meaning and
origin of common basic language words.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 10. Not
applicable for degree credit.
LEARNING SKILLS
LS V01 - ASSESSMENT OF LEARNING SKILLS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed for assessment and tutoring of learningdisabled
students by a specially trained staff. Utilization of specialized
techniques, materials, texts, and audiovisual equipment to teach or
assess fundamental skills and to support academic instruction for
students with special learning styles.
Formerly LS 1. Not applicable for degree credit.
LS V01L - ASSESSMENT OF LEARNING SKILLS
LABORATORY - .5 Unit
Hours: 1.5 laboratory weekly
Provides assessment of learning disabled students by specially
trained staff. Introduces specialized techniques, materials, texts, and
audiovisual equipment to support academic instruction for students
with special learning styles. Ventura College's learning disability
eligibility does not guarantee learning disability eligibility at other
institutions.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 1L. Offered
on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
LS V02 - READING COMPREHENSION AND PROBLEM
SOLVING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: sixth grade reading level
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will emphasize reading comprehension with a focus
on problem solving, language processing and foundations for critical
thinking skills. Special emphasis will focus on collaborative learning,
followed by individual mastery.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 2. Not
applicable for degree credit.
LS V03A - STUDY SKILLS: NOTETAKING/TIME
MANAGEMENT - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course will focus upon the fundamental principles of study
skills. It will focus on teaching students about their learning style,
notetaking and time management skills. It is designed for those
students who need a specialized approach to study skills.
Formerly LS 3A. Not applicable for degree credit.
LS V03B - STUDY SKILLS: TEST TAKING/
PROOFREADING - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course will focus upon the fundamental principles of study
skills. It will focus on test taking and proofreading skills. It is
designed for those students who need a specialized approach to
study skills.
Formerly LS 3B. Not applicable for degree credit.
LS V03C - STUDY SKILLS: ORGANIZATION/RESEARCH
PAPER - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course will focus upon the fundamental principles of study
skills. It will focus on organizational skills and the research paper. It
is designed for those students who need a specialized approach to
study skills.
Formerly LS 3C. Not applicable for degree credit.
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LS V11 - ADVANCED PERCEPTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An advanced course designed to improve students’ abilities to
function in the area of visual and auditory perception. Methods of
improving perceptual functioning are explored in great depth.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 11. Not
applicable for degree credit.
LS V14 - MEMORY POWER -1-3 Units
Hours: 1-3 lecture weekly
A program of instruction designed for students who have serious
problems remembering short- and long-term academic facts and
concepts. Special emphasis will be placed upon techniques to
increase concentration power.
Formerly LS 14. Not applicable for degree credit.
LS V19 - LEARNING STRATEGIES - 1-3 Units
Hours: 1-3 lecture weekly
Learning Strategies provides the student with an opportunity to
discover which learning techniques will work best in a given
academic situation. Emphasis is placed on understanding learning
style and developing insights into whether you are a right or left brain
learner. Activities are provided to capitalize on cognitive learning
strengths.
Formerly LS 19. Not applicable for degree credit.
LS V24 - REDEVELOPING BRAIN POTENTIAL - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a self-paced course of study designed for adults who have
acquired impairment of brain functioning resulting from a serious
medical injury. The course will focus on educational activities to
improve the student’s quality of life academically, socially, and
vocationally.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 24. Offered
on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
LS V25 - IMPROVING GRAMMAR AND WRITING
SKILLS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A foundation course focused on providing students with a solid
base in the fundamentals of grammar and writing skills to prepare
them for mainstream English and writing skills courses. Students will
be introduced to strategies for writing sentences, paragraphs,
outlines and essays.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS 25. Not
applicable for degree credit.
LS V88 - LEARNING SKILLS WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LS V89.
Not applicable for degree credit.
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LIBRARY INSTRUCTION
LIB V01 - USING THE LIBRARY OF THE TWENTY-FIRST
CENTURY - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course is designed to develop, in the student, vital library
research skills. Understanding of print, electronic and non-print
formats will be emphasized. A major focus will be library computer
technology and the research potential of the Internet/World Wide
Web.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Lib 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
LIB V88 - LIBRARY INSTRUCTION WORKSHOPS - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Field trips may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly LIB V89.
LIB V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN LIBRARY
INSTRUCTION - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course is designed for students who are interested in
fur thering their knowledge in library and information science.
Students are accepted only by written project proposal approved by
the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
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MACHINE SHOP
MS V01 - FUNDAMENTALS OF MACHINE SHOP - 2 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This is a basic course on the techniques and operations in the
modern machine shop. Topics include machining processes and
operations, turning, milling, shaping, grinding, heat treating,
computer numerical control and blueprint reading.
Fees will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
Formerly MS 1. Transfer credit: CSU.
MS V02 - BLUEPRINT READING:
MANUFACTURING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers the interpretation of mechanical drawings
typical of the metal working field; theory of common types of
projections, dimensioning principles, machine standards, application
of creative sketching and interpretation of blueprints.
Formerly MS 2. Same as DRFT V02A & WEL V02. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MS V04 - MEASUREMENTS AND COMPUTATIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is the occupational application of measurements and
computations as used by technology students. Topics include
geometric shape calculations, practical trigonometry, areas,
volumes, ratio and proportion, units and conversions, decimals and
fractions and applied algebra.
Field trips may be required. Formerly MS 4. Same as DRFT V04 &
MT V04.
MS V10 - INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE
TECHNOLOGY - 4 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Topics included in this course are the fundamental operation of
lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, precision measurements
and layout. This course will survey the field of manufacturing
trades and occupations.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly MS 10.
Transfer credit: CSU.
MS V20 - ADVANCED TURNING OPERATIONS AND
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL
(CNC) LATHE OPERATION - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: MS V10 or equivalent
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Topics included in this course are advanced setup and operation
theory for engine lathes, tool design, basic CNC lathe setup and
operation and introduction to CNC lathe programming.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly MS 20.
Transfer credit: CSU.
MS V30 - ADVANCED MILLING OPERATIONS AND
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL
(CNC) MILL OPERATION - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: MS V10 or equivalent
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Topics included in this course are setup and operation of milling
machines, machinability, productivity, speeds and feeds. Introduction
to computer numerical control and basic CNC programming is also
covered.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly MS 30.
Transfer credit: CSU.
MS V35 - PRODUCTION MACHINE TECHNIQUES - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MS V10 or 2 years experience in the
field
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course covers advanced production machining techniques.
Topics include planning, setup and manufacturing of production jobs.
Manufacturing processes and numerical control job planning for
computer aided machining, ANSIY 14.5 geometric tolerancing, are
also covered.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly MS
35. Transfer credit: CSU.
MS V40 - COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL (CNC) MILL
SETUP AND OPERATION - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to computer numerical control.
Topics covered are machine characteristics: programming operations,
tool sequencing, work holding methods and machine
operation. Computer aided manufacturing (CAM) is also covered.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly MS 40.
MS V41 - COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL (CNC)
PROGRAMMING - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to basic numerical control
programming. Topics covered are CNC concepts, axis nomenclature,
vocabulary, programming formats, manufacturing processes,
computer aided machining (CAM), CNC milling and turning.
Field trips may be required. Formerly MS 41. Transfer credit: CSU.
MS V41L - COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL (CNC)
PROGRAMMING LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: MS V41
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course is a skills oriented activity class designed to allow the
student the time to practice, explore and learn to operate CNC
programming hardware/computers and tape preparation equipment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly MS 41L.
MS V42 - COMPUTER ASSISTED MANUFACTURING
(CAM) - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MS V40 or MS V41
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course covers the identification and study of the technologies
of computer assisted machining (CAM) as being practiced in modern
industry. Includes computer numerical control (CNC) programming
and selection of CAM systems, graphics-based conversational
language controls and post processor generation.
Fees will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2 times.
Formerly MS 42. Transfer credit: CSU.
MS V45 - COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL (CNC) LATHE
SETUP AND OPERATION - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This is a basic course in basic setup and operation of numerically
controlled lathes with emphasis on the application of the machine
controls, tooling and CNC programming methods used in industry.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly MS 45.
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MS V50 - FLEXIBLE MANUFACTURING APPLICATIONS:
COMPUTER ASSISTED DRAFTING (CAD)/ COMPUTER
ASSISTED MACHINING (CAM) - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ARCH V23 or DRFT V05A or MS V40 or
2 years in a machine manufacturing environment
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to flexible manufacturing applications
and CAD/CAM. Topics include setup and operation of numerical
control lathes, mills, electrical discharge machines and robotics
principles.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 2 times. Formerly MS 50. Transfer credit: CSU
MS V88 - MACHINE SHOP WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly MS V89.
MS V95 - MACHINE SHOP INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This machine shop internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only.
MS V96 - MACHINE SHOP INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This machine shop internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only.
MS V99 - MACHINE SHOP JOB TRAINING
PROGRAM - 4 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to prepare students for entry-level
employment in the machining and manufacturing industries. Handson
training includes shop safety, job planning, use of equipment and
tools, equipment setup and manufacturing procedures. Training also
includes numerical control job planning for computer aided
machining.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly MS 99. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
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MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
MT V01 - MANUFACTURING SUPPORT - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V06
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This entry-level course is designed for limited-English-speaking
students wishing to seek the training related to, and/or employment
within the manufacturing industry. The course emphasis is on
common shop terminology. Selective machine tools and measuring
tool vocabulary will be covered in detail.
MT V02 - APPLIED MACHINING I - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V05
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This entry-level course is designed for students with or without
any machining experience interested in job-skill preparation as
applied to operating engine lathes and ver tical mills in a manufacturing
setting.
Field trips may be required.
MT V03 - APPLIED MACHINING II - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: MT V02
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course consists of a series of lecture and enhanced
laboratory activities as applied to operating conventional mills and
lathes and introduces students to selective CNC-based (Computer
Numerical Control) technology. Machining lab projects are structured
around OJT (On-the-Job-Training) principles. The course is open to
students interested in fur ther machining related job skill preparation.
MT V04 - MEASUREMENTS AND COMPUTATIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is the occupational application of measurements and
computations as used by technology students. Topics include
geometric shape calculations, practical trigonometry, areas, volumes,
ratio and propor tion, units and conversions, decimals and fractions,
and applied algebra.
Field trips may be required. Formerly MT 4. Same as DRFT V04 &
MS V04.
MT V05 - APPLIED CNC MACHINING I - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MS V10
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course consists of a series of lectures and laboratory
exercises relevant to the introduction to general principles of CNC
(Computer Numeric Control) machining as applied to machining and
turning centers in the manufacturing environment. The focus of the
course is modeled after OJT (On-the-Job-Training) principles as
applied to CNC machine operator training. Fundamentals of measurement,
current industry standard blueprint reading, CNC tooling and
accessories nomenclature, machine tool setups, and operation are
also covered throughout the course.
Field trips may be required.
MT V06 - APPLIED CNC MACHINING II - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MT V05
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course is an extension of the introductory CNC (Computer
Numerical Control) operator training with the focus on extended CNC
machining principles as applied to machine and turning centers. The
teaching delivery system is modeled after OJT (On-the-Job-Training)
principles and covers extended principles of blueprint reading,
precision measuring tools and first article inspection per ASME Y14.5
standard.
Field trips may be required.
MT V07 - APPLIED CNC MACHINING III - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MT V06
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course is designed as an advanced general CNC (Computer
Numeric Control) machining operation course. The course emphasis
is on the OJT (On-the-Job-Training) principles where lab activities
encompass the processing of actual parts from the industry. Upon
successful completion of this course students are expected to be
proficient in job entry-level skills for operating and machining turning
centers. Additional training is also provided in the proficiency of
blueprint reading per ASME Y14.5 standard as well as processing
first ar ticle inspection during the production cycle run.
Field trips may be required.
MT V08 - CNC PROGRAM EDITING - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: MT V06
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course introduces the student to manual CNC (computer
numerical control) parts programming with a special emphasis on
program editing as applied to Fanuc/Yasnac base controller.
Field trips may be required.
MT V09 - GEOMETRIC DIMENSIONING AND
TOLERANCING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: DRFT V02A or MS V02 or WEL V02
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers general dimensioning and tolerancing
principles as applied to mechanical engineering drawings, with a
special emphasis on accurate interpretation of current geometric
symbology and conventions per ASME Y14.5 dimensioning and
tolerancing (geometric dimensioning and tolerance) standards. It is
intended for manufacturing industry technical staff responsible for
product design and procurement as well as students majoring in
mechanical or manufacturing engineering, and/or manufacturing
machine technology fields.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
MT V10 - QUALITY CONTROL AND MECHANICAL
INSPECTION - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: MT V02 and MT V09
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This is an introductory course dealing with the quality control field
with special emphasis on part inspection/verification processes as
applied to CMM & OM (coordinate measuring machine & optical
measurement) technology. Open-end (surface plate) mechanical
inspection principles are also covered.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
MT V11 - DIMENSIONAL METROLOGY - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: MT V09 and MT V10 and MATH V02
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
In this course the student will learn extended measurement,
gauging, tolerance analysis and par t verification. Statistical Process
Control (SPC) and metrology, the science of measurement, will also
be covered.
MT V15 - MANUFACTURING PROCESSES - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course introduces modern manufacturing processes and
systems. The various manufacturing materials and techniques of
machining, casting, forming and industrial design will also be
covered.
Field trips will be required. Formerly MT 15. Transfer credit: CSU.
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MT V88 - MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
Credit Courses - 193 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
MATHEMATICS
Recommended preparation for all math courses: The mathematics
department strongly urges all students to take the appropriate
mathematics assessment test to help determine the strength and
currency of background knowledge.
MATH V01 - ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA - 5 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V09 or MATH V10 or 1 year of high school
prealgebra with grade of C or better
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
This course covers number sets, operations with signed numbers,
linear equations, graphing, ratio and propor tion and variation, linear
inequalities, introduction to functions, factoring, rational expressions
and equations, exponents, and factorable quadratic equations.
Students receiving credit in MATH V01 will not receive credit in
MATH V11A-V11B.
Formerly Math 1.
MATH V02 - GEOMETRY - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V01 or MATH V11B or 1 year of high school
beginning algebra with grade of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Sets, real numbers, lines and planes, triangles, congruence, proof,
geometric inequalities, parallel and perpendicular lines, and planes,
polygons, similarity, circles, locus, construction and measure areas
and volumes related to solids.
Formerly Math 2.
MATH V03 - INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA - 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V01 or MATH V11B or 1 year of high school
beginning algebra with grade of C or better
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course covers equations and inequalities, systems of
equations, exponents and radicals, functions and graphs, quadratic
equations, exponential and logarithmic functions, complex numbers,
sequences and series.
Formerly Math 3.
MATH V03S - INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA DISCUSSION
SESSION - .5-1 Unit
Corequisite: MATH V03
Hours: .5-1 lecture weekly
This course is a discussion session to accompany intermediate
algebra. It gives students the oppor tunity to gain a greater mastery of
the topics covered in intermediate algebra by providing additional
discussion and problem-solving opportunities. It may include
appropriate topics from the history of mathematics and oppor tunities
to use computers in solving intermediate algebra problems.
Formerly Math 3S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
MATH V04 - COLLEGE ALGEBRA - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V03 or 1 year of high school intermediate algebra
(Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The number system and basic laws of algebra, determinants and
matrices, variation, functional notation and curve plotting, theory of
equations, and complex numbers.
Formerly Math 4. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor. CAN MATH 10.
MATH V05 - PLANE TRIGONOMETRY - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V03 or 1 year of high school intermediate
algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Recommended preparation: MATH V02 or knowledge of plane
geometry
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course examines the six basic trigonometric functions, their
definitions, relationships, and uses as they apply to radian measure,
right triangle solution, identities, trigonometric equations, graphs,
inverse functions, and complex numbers.
Formerly Math 5. Transfer credit: CSU. CAN MATH 8.
MATH V08A - BEGINNING MATHEMATICS FOR NONNATIVE
SPEAKERS I - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
Review of basic mathematical skills and fundamental operations
as applied to integers and fractions.
Formerly Math 8A. Not applicable for degree credit.
MATH V08B - BEGINNING MATHEMATICS FOR NONNATIVE
SPEAKERS II - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: MATH V08A or equivalent with grade of
C or better
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
Review of basic mathematical skills and fundamental operations
as applied to more fractions and decimals.
Formerly Math 8B. Not applicable for degree credit.
MATH V08C - BEGINNING MATHEMATICS FOR NONNATIVE
SPEAKERS III - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: MATH V08B or equivalent with grade of C
or better
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
Review of basic mathematical skills and fundamental operations
as applied to percent and introduction to algebra.
Formerly Math 8C. Not applicable for degree credit.
MATH V09 - BEGINNING MATHEMATICS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: LS V07 or equivalent.
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a review of the basic mathematical skills and
fundamental operations as applied to integers, fractions, and
percentage. It provides an introduction to algebra, simple geometric
figures, the metric system, and use of formulas.
Formerly Math 9. Not applicable for degree credit.
MATH V10 - PREALGEBRA - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: LS V07 or MATH V09 or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course bridges the gap between arithmetic and elementary
algebra. It reviews fundamental operations using a formalized
approach and includes an introduction to the following algebraic
topics: number systems, properties of real numbers, exponents,
algebraic expressions, linear equations and inequalities, application
problems, and introduction to graphing.
Formerly Math 10. Not applicable for degree credit.
MATH V11A - ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA:
FIRST HALF - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V09 or MATH V10 or 1 year of high school
prealgebra with grade of C or better
Hours: 2 lecture, 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is the first half of Elementary Algebra. It covers
number sets, operations with signed numbers, linear equations and
inequalities, polynomials and factoring, and introduction to quadratic
equations. Students receiving credit in MATH V11A-V11B will not
receive credit in MATH V01.
Formerly Math 11A.
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MATH V21B - CALCULUS WITH ANALYTIC
GEOMETRY II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V21A or equivalent with grade of C or better
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
Topics covered include: review differentiation and integration of
logarithmic and exponential functions; infinite series; techniques of
integration; polar and parametric representations and improper
integrals. There will be applications to conic sections and a variety
of topics from other disciplines.
Formerly Math 21B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN MATH 20 or CAN MATH SEQ B [with MATH
V21A] or CAN MATH SEQ C [with MATH V21A+V21C].
MATH V21BS - CALCULUS WITH ANALYTIC GEOMETRY II
DISCUSSION SESSION - .5-1 Unit
Corequisite: MATH V21B
Hours: .5-1 lecture weekly
This course is a discussion session to accompany calculus with
analytic geometry. It gives students the oppor tunity to gain a
greater mastery of the topics such as techniques of integration, polar
and parametric representations, vectors in two and three dimensions,
planes, lines and surfaces in space, vector-valued functions and
motion in space by providing additional discussion and problemsolving
opportunities. It may include appropriate topics from the
history of mathematics and opportunities to use computers in
solving calculus problems.
Formerly Math 21BS. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
MATH V21C - MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS - 5 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V21B or equivalent with grade of C or better
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
This course includes: vectors in two and three dimensions;
planes; lines and surfaces in space; vector-valued functions and
motion in space; par tial differentiation; multiple integrals including
change of variables; vector fields, including gradient, divergence and
curl; line and surface integrals; and Green’s Theorem, Stokes’
Theorem and the Divergence Theorem.
Formerly Math 21C. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN MATH 22 or
CAN MATH SEQ C [with MATH V21A+V21B].
MATH V21CS - MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS DISCUSSION
SESSION - .5-1 Unit
Corequisite: MATH V21C
Hours: .5-1 lecture weekly
This course is a discussion session to accompany multivariable
calculus and linear algebra. It gives students the oppor tunity to gain
a greater mastery of the topics such as par tial differentiation,
multiple integrals, vector fields including gradient, divergence, curl,
line and surface integrals, Green's Theorem, Stokes' Theorem, and
linear algebra and its applications providing additional discussion
and problem-solving opportunities. It may include appropriate topics
from the history of mathematics and opportunities to use computers
in solving calculus problems.
Formerly Math 21CS. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
MATH V24 - DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS WITH LINEAR
ALGEBRA - 5 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V21C or equivalent with grade of C or better
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
An introduction to ordinary and partial differential equations and
the linear algebra needed for their formulation and solution. Methods
of solution for differential equations will include: matrix methods;
integral transforms (including Laplace methods and Fourier series);
power series; boundary value problems and numerical approximations.
Formerly Math 24. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN MATH 24.
MATH V11B - ELEMENTARY ALGEBRA:
SECOND HALF - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V11A with grade of C or better
Hours: 2 lecture, 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is the second half of Elementary Algebra. It covers
rational expressions, further study of quadratic equations, graphing
of equations and inequalities, systems of equations, and roots and
radicals. Students receiving credit in MATH V11A-V11B will not
receive credit in MATH V01.
Formerly Math 11B.
MATH V20 - PRECALCULUS MATHEMATICS - 5 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V05 or the fourth year of high school mathematics
(advanced mathematics) with grade of C or better
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
College algebra and an extension of trigonometry using a
functional approach designed to unify the concepts of mathematics
at the precalculus level.
Formerly Math 20. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN MATH 16.
MATH V20S - PRECALCULUS DISCUSSION
SESSION - .5-1 Unit
Corequisite: MATH V20
Hours: .5-1 lecture weekly
This course is a discussion session to accompany precalculus. It
gives students the opportunity to gain a greater mastery of the topics
covered in precalculus by providing additional discussion and
problem-solving opportunities. It may include appropriate topics from
the history of mathematics and oppor tunities to use computers in
solving precalculus problems.
Formerly Math 20S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
MATH V21A - CALCULUS WITH ANALYTIC
GEOMETRY I - 5 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V20 or the fourth year of high school mathematics
(advanced mathematics) with grade of C or better
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
The elements of calculus covered are: functions; limits; continuity;
differentiation and integration of algebraic, logarithmic, and
trigonometric functions; and L’Hopital’s Theorem. There will be
applications to a variety of topics from other disciplines.
Formerly Math 21A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN MATH 18 or CAN MATH SEQ B [with MATH
V21B] or CAN MATH SEQ C [with MATH V21B+V21C].
MATH V21AS - CALCULUS WITH ANALYTIC GEOMETRY I
DISCUSSION SESSION - .5-1 Unit
Corequisite: MATH V21A
Hours: .5-1 lecture weekly
This course is a discussion session to accompany calculus with
analytic geometry. It gives students the oppor tunity to gain a greater
mastery of the topics such as functions, limits, and the differentiation
and integration of algebraic, logarithmic and trigonometric
functions by providing additional discussion and problem-solving
opportunities. It may include appropriate topics from the history of
mathematics and opportunities to use computers in solving calculus
problems.
Formerly Math 21AS. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
Credit Courses - 195 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
MATH V24S - DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS DISCUSSION
SESSION - .5-1 Unit
Corequisite: MATH V24
Hours: .5-1 lecture weekly
This course is a discussion session to accompany differential
equations and their applications. It gives students the oppor tunity to
gain a greater mastery of the topics covered in differential equations
and their applications by providing additional discussion and
problem-solving opportunities. It may include appropriate topics
from the history of mathematics and opportunities to use computers
in solving calculus problems.
Formerly Math 24S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
MATH V30 - APPLIED MATHEMATICS FOR HEALTH CARE
PERSONNEL - 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V10 or 1 year of high school prealgebra with
grade of C or better
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course is designed for health care professionals and will
enable them to apply basic mathematical concepts to on-the-job
situations. After reviewing basic math skills and introducing algebra
concepts, students will learn the various techniques of dosage
calculations. The computational methods used in the preparation of
oral medication, solutions, parenteral therapy and pediatric dosages
are presented.
Formerly Math 30.
MATH V38 - MATHEMATICS FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
TEACHERS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V02 or 1 year of high school geometry with grade
of C or better; and MATH V03 or 1 year of high school intermediate
algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers language of sets; systems of numeration; fundamentals
of operations with whole numbers, integers, rational numbers,
decimals and real numbers; number theory; equations and inequalities;
ratio and proportion; decimals and percents. Applications
will include use of calculators and work with manipulatives to represent
abstract procedures using concrete models, as well as problem
solving techniques that incorporate the use of models. This course is
designed primarily for students intending to teach at the elementary
or middle grades levels.
Formerly Math 38. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN MATH 4.
MATH V40 - MATHEMATICAL TOPICS FOR COLLEGE
STUDENTS - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V03 or 1 year of high school intermediate
algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Using and expanding upon the skills gained from intermediate
algebra, this course offers the liberal ar ts student an applicationsoriented,
problem-solving exploration into a variety of mathematical
fields including por tions of courses offered in trigonometry, college
algebra, statistics, business mathematics, and precalculus.
Additional topics suitable for the liberal arts student may include
transformational geometry, topology, non-Euclidean geometry, logic
and proofs, number systems, number theory, graph theory, networks
and linear programming, and computer algorithms. An important
aspect of this course is to help students appreciate the value of
mathematics in everyday life.
Formerly Math 40. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN MATH 2.
MATH V44 - ELEMENTARY STATISTICS - 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V03 or 1 year of high school intermediate
algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
Statistics useful to business, economics, science, education and
psychology students; measures of central tendency; measures of
variation; binomial experiments; the normal distribution; T-distribution;
chi-square distribution; F-distribution; confidence intervals;
hypothesis testing; correlation and linear regression; analysis of
variance; nonparametric statistics. This course also provides
supervised computer practice designed to assist students in
statistical calculations required in beginning statistics. No prior
computer experience is necessary.
Formerly Math 44. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN STAT 2.
MATH V44S - ELEMENTARY STATISTICS DISCUSSION
SESSION - .5-1 Unit
Corequisite: MATH V44
Hours: .5-1 lecture weekly
This course is a discussion session to accompany elementary
statistics. It gives students the oppor tunity to gain a greater mastery
of the topics covered in elementary statistics by providing additional
discussion and problem-solving opportunities. It may include
appropriate topics from the history of mathematics and opportunities
to use computers in solving statistics problems.
Formerly Math 44S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
MATH V45 - FINITE MATHEMATICS - 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V03 or 1 year of high school intermediate
algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course is designed for students majoring in business or
social sciences. The course will cover functional notation and curve
plotting; matrices, and systems of equations; sets and probability
including Bayes’ theorem and Markov chains; and an introduction to
linear programming.
Formerly Math 45. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN MATH 12.
MATH V46A - APPLIED CALCULUS I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V04 or MATH V20 or MATH V45 or the fourth
year of high school mathematics (advanced mathematics) with grade
of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A shor t course in analytic geometry and calculus for students in
business, social science and biology. Topics covered are: functions
and analytic geometry; differential calculus including limits, related
rates, maxima and minima; integral calculus including area and other
applications.
Formerly Math 46A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN MATH 30 or CAN MATH SEQ D [with MATH
V46B].
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 196 - Credit Courses
MATH V46B - APPLIED CALCULUS II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: both MATH V05 and MATH V46A; or MATH V21A with
grade of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A shor t course in analytic geometry and calculus for students in
business, social science and biology. Topics covered are: multivariable
calculus of algebraic, logarithmic, and exponential functions;
trigonometric functions including differentiation and integration;
calculus of probability; sequences, series and Taylor’s series
expansions; introduction to differential equations.
Formerly Math 46B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN MATH 32 or CAN MATH SEQ D [with MATH
V46A].
MATH V52 - DISCRETE STRUCTURES - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V20 or both MATH V04 and MATH V05
Recommended preparation: CS V11 or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course introduces the student to discrete mathematics as it is
used in computer science. Topics include functions, relations, sets,
propositional and predicate logic, simple circuit logic, proof
techniques, elementary combinatorics, and discrete probability.
Field trips may be required. Same as CS V17. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN CSCI 26.
MATH V88 - MATHEMATICS WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
MATH V89 - WORKSHOPS IN MATHEMATICS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Math 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
MATH V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
MATHEMATICS - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
who wish to pursue projects not included in the regular curriculum.
Students are accepted only by written project proposal approved by
the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Math 90. Transfer credit: CSU;
for UC, determined after admission.
Credit Courses - 197 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
MICROBIOLOGY
MICR V01 - GENERAL MICROBIOLOGY - 5 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V01A-V01AL or CHEM V10-V10L or CHEM V20-
V20L or 1 year of high school chemistry with grades of C or better;
and ANPH V01 or BIOL V04 or PHSO V01 or equivalent with grade of
C or better
Recommended preparation: CHEM V21-V21L; and ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course includes lecture and laboratory studies concerning
microbes: bacteria, fungi, protists, animals and viruses, with an
emphasis on bacterial morphology, anatomy, staining, classification,
metabolism growth and the effects of physical and chemical agents
on bacteria. The course includes the microbiology of soil, water, food
and milk, and the principles of disease transmission, prevention and
immunity and biotechnology. Required safety items include: labcoat,
gloves and ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Micro 1. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN BIOL 14.
MICR V01S - MICROBIOLOGY STUDY SESSION - 1 Unit
Corequisite: MICR V01
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This study session will give the student oppor tunities to discuss
and ask questions about the material covered in the lecture and
laboratory. Reviews of quizzes and exams will occur and methods of
taking notes for the course will be considered. These sessions
should enable the student to better comprehend the course material
and thereby improve performance in the course.
Formerly Micro 1S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 198 - Credit Courses
MM V30 - MULTIMEDIA DESIGN AND
PRODUCTION - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V10 or MM V20 or equivalent; basic
English and math skills; and computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to the planning and production, both
individually and collaboratively, of multimedia products such as Web
site, CD-ROMs, kiosks, consumer titles, sales and marketing tools,
presentations, courseware, or computer based training (CBT).
Students design their projects–from conception to distribution–while
working as a team on teacher guided, real-world projects. Students
will integrate various media into interactive design projects using
instructional design, authoring, image processing, and video editing
software. Rapid prototypes are created. Does not require programming.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly IdS 30.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V32 - INTERMEDIATE MULTIMEDIA DESIGN AND
PRODUCTION - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MM V30
Recommended preparation: knowledge of programming
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed for the student who is interested in an indepth
development of full-scale multimedia customized training tools
for the personal computer which may be deployed via multiple
modalities such as interactive CD, kiosks, Internet, Intranet, LAN or
WAN. Using the skills acquired in the introductory course, students
will create original content and integrate various media into
interactive design projects using instructional design, authoring,
image processing, and video editing software. This course includes
creating custom objects using an open scripting language and
producing associated documentation/instructions for an application,
while working in a collaborative environment.
Fees will be required Field trips may be required. Formerly IdS 32.
MM V40 - VIDEO PRODUCTION AND EDITING FOR
MULTIMEDIA - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V10 or MM V20 or equivalent; basic
English and math skills; and computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course introduces students to all aspects and phases of
digital video production and editing including scripting,
storyboarding, visual design and composition, camera work, lighting,
digital editing techniques, and business considerations (budgeting,
finance, distribution, and marketing) of video production for the
multimedia industry. The projects that students create in this course
can be integrated into other multimedia formats such as CD-ROM and
Web design.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly IdS 40.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V44 - ADVANCED DIGITAL VIDEO EDITING AND
PRODUCTION FOR MULTIMEDIA - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V40 or equivalent
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course introduces students to advanced aspects and phases
of digital video production and editing including scripting,
storyboarding, visual design and composition, camera work, lighting,
digital editing techniques, and business considerations (budgeting,
finance, distribution, and marketing) of video production for the
multimedia industry. The projects that students create in this course
can be integrated into other multimedia formats such as CD-ROM and
Web design.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required.
MULTIMEDIA
MM V10 - INTRODUCTION TO MULTIMEDIA AND
MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed for students who wish to pursue a career
in multimedia or are interested in utilizing multimedia tools in their
current profession. The course is an overview of the multimedia
industry including commercial, artistic, and technical aspects of
development and production including their philosophical and cultural
implications. Subjects covered include defining multimedia, history
of multimedia, multimedia hardware/software, multimedia applications,
occupational oppor tunities, composition of development
teams, critical evaluation of multimedia, and the future of multimedia.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly IdS 20.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V20 - VISUAL DESIGN FOR MULTIMEDIA - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V10 or equivalent; basic English and
math skills; and computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to the visual elements and
principles of design, and their application to multimedia. Using the
computer and traditional media, students will work with line, shape/
form, value, space, light, volume, perspective, texture/pattern, scale/
proportion, typographical design, and color in a series of progressive
projects designed to develop the aesthetic sensitivity and basic
technical knowledge required to create effective multimedia images.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V22 - ADVANCED VISUAL DESIGN FOR
MULTIMEDIA - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MM V20
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an advanced study of the visual elements and
principles of design and their application to multimedia. Using the
computer, students will work with digital imagery, animation, digital
video, audio, typographical design, and color in an intensive study
program designed to develop both the technical knowledge required
to create effective multimedia images as well as a thorough
understanding of the resources and oppor tunities available in the
field of multimedia.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required.
MM V26 - DIGITAL PUBLISHING: APPLICATIONS AND
IMPLICATIONS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V74
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
The student will learn and discuss current issues related to the
widening use of electronic media as a supplement to, or substitute
for, paper-based print. These issues include access rights, preservation,
standards, and copyright, among others. This course also
provides a look at some proposals, prototypes, and processes in
electronic information distribution. Using page layout, graphics
illustration, PDF creation and image manipulation software, students
will learn to create a wide range of ar tifacts such as effective
directories, Web pages, surveys, direct mail initiatives, information
packages, fax documents, and many other electronic media.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
Credit Courses - 199 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
MM V46 - DIGITAL VIDEO EDITING AND PRODUCTION FOR
THE INTERNET - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MM V40
Recommended preparation: MM V66
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course introduces students to procedures and phases of
design, creation encoding and upload/delivery of streaming audio/
video elements via the World Wide Web. This course is hands-on and
production driven. Using skills from prior courses, students learn
about encoding and webcasting through lectures, discussions,
demonstrations, and by developing an original streaming audio/video
webcast. Previous experience authoring and posting a Web page
using HTML is highly recommended before taking this course.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V50 - BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS FOR
MULTIMEDIA - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V10 or MM V20 or equivalent; basic
English and math skills; and computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course prepares students for entrepreneurial and flexible careers
in the multimedia industry. Topics covered include selection of
optimum communication channels, preparation of effective written
communication for the multimedia industry, application of appropriate
oral communication skills for team building, interviewing, performance
appraisals, conducting meetings and presentations, design
and development of a resume/por tfolio and cover letter (hard copy
and online formats), and use of project management software to develop
a project schedule for multimedia productions/applications.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V60A-Z - TOPICS IN MULTIMEDIA - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by other
multimedia offerings.
Transfer credit: determined by transfer institution.
MM V60A - ADOBE PHOTOSHOP FOR BEGINNERS - .5 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course introduces students to the concepts and terminology
used when working with industry-standard digital image processing
software in a hands-on environment.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only.
MM V61 - INTRODUCTION TO 3D ANIMATION AND
MODELING FOR MULTIMEDIA - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course introduces students to basic three-dimensional
modeling as it applies to multimedia and 3D computer modeling. The
students will be required to make sketches of their models, fabricate
actual models, and create 3D computer models.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V62 - 3D COMPUTER ANIMATION - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MM V61
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course covers creating animations using three-dimensional
animation software. Students will learn the history of animation, an
overview of the animation process, and user interfaces in the
program to create the illusion of movement, animation of a live
object, backgrounds and basic interactions. Students will analyze and
evaluate a variety of animation products, learn the opportunities,
career paths, and current trends in animation and create simple 3D
animations.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly IdS 26.
MM V63 - MULTIMEDIA PROGRAMMING: 3D GRAPHICS
AND ANIMATION WITH C++ - 4 Units
Prerequisite: CS V30
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 3 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course builds on the student's current knowledge of
fundamental Windows C++ programming, and object oriented
design methods. This course will explore the creation of 3D graphics
and animation. Some of the topics included are using cameras,
polygons, lighting, materials, textures, splines, object creation,
rasters and bitmaps, rendering, and palette optimization. The
Windows 95 Multimedia API will be covered. Popular technologies
such as morphing, special effects, 3D animation, and digital imaging
will be covered. Students will learn to create materials with popular
graphics software.
Fees will be required. Formerly CIS 16. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
MM V64 - MULTIMEDIA AND 3D WEB
DEVELOPMENT - 4 Units
Prerequisite: CS V40
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 3 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course presents tools useful for multimedia Web development.
During this course, the student will use various popular
multimedia and graphic software to create materials required for
advanced Web development. Tools such as scanner, digital camera,
microphone, and camcorder will be used to capture sounds and
images to be manipulated.
Fees will be required. Formerly CIS 54. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
MM V65 - WEB SITE DEVELOPMENT - 2.5 Units
Prerequisite: CS V40
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 2 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course provides the student with the necessary skills and
techniques to design and create a complete professional quality Web
site. Using the student's knowledge of Web page development, this
course provides the design and planning skills needed to create a
complete Web site.
Fees will be required. Formerly CIS 55. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 200 - Credit Courses
MM V70 - MULTIMEDIA PRACTICUM - 2 Units
Prerequisite: MM V10 and MM V20 and MM V30 and MM V40 and
MM V50
Corequisite: MM V72
Recommended preparation: complete specialty option from AS
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course, in conjunction with multimedia por tfolio presentation,
incorporates all of the theories and practice of development
discussed and presented in earlier courses into actual production of
multimedia products. Students will provide work progress diagrams
and documentation for each distribution medium that follows creative
process development and project management.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required.
MM V72 - MULTIMEDIA PORTFOLIO PRESENTATION - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: MM V10 and MM V20 and MM V30 and MM V40 and
MM V50
Corequisite: MM V70
Recommended preparation: complete specialty option from AS
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course, in conjunction with multimedia practicum, incorporates
all of the theories and practice of development discussed and
presented in earlier courses into actual production of a multimedia
por tfolio in both traditional and digital formats.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required.
MM V74 - ADOBE PHOTOSHOP - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed for students who desire hands-on
experience in industry-standard digital image processing software.
The image correction and manipulation software gives students an
understanding of the tools and techniques needed to produce
professional quality results for print and Web images. Student will
create a CD-ROM cover, Web banners, and a final print or Web
project.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly MM
V60B. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V76 - SOUND AND AUDIO FOR MULTIMEDIA - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V10 or equivalent; and computer
fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to build an understanding of audio and
soundtrack production for multimedia presentations. Using computers,
audio and MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) software,
musical keyboards and synthesizers, students will explore, discuss
and begin to create audio and music tracks in a series of progressive
exercises designed to develop aesthetic sensitivity and basic
technical knowledge required to produce new and unique interactive
materials and experiences.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Same as MUS
V42. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V66 - PROFESSIONAL WEB PAGE
DEVELOPMENT - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V80 or equivalent
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course presents the skills and techniques required to design
professional quality Web pages using the features of HTML. Students
will learn how to design media-rich Web pages that will help attract
users and maintain a steady audience. Included in this course are
HTML presentation, how browsers and servers work together,
graphics, effective Web page design, tables and forms, CGI scripts,
developing interactive Web pages, HTML authoring tools, and
introduction to Java.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly CIS
51. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V67 - MODEL MAKING AND DIGITIZING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V10 and MM V61 or equivalent; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to develop a working understanding
between actual three-dimensional objects and their application to
computer modeling and animation. Using actual 3D objects, the
building of 3D objects, digitizing hardware and computer software,
students will create virtual objects and virtual environments in a
series of progressive exercises designed to develop aesthetic
sensitivity and basic technical knowledge required to produce
effective multimedia products and presentations.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V68 - ADVANCED COMPUTER MODELING AND
ANIMATION - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MM V62 or equivalent
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to develop a greater understanding of
computer modeling and animation and how that applies to high-end
digital effects, feature animation, computer games, and video games.
Using computers, digitizing hardware, and industry-standard 3D
computer modeling and animation software, students will design and
develop computer models, scripts, storyboards, and short computer
animations in a series of progressive exercises designed to develop
aesthetic sensitivity and basic technical knowledge required to
produce new and unique still and moving images.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V69 - VIDEO AND COMPUTER GAME
CONCEPTS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V10 and MM V61 or equivalent; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to build an understanding of video game
formats and concepts and aid in the development of video game
design. Using computers, video games, game controllers, graphics
software, and computer modeling and animation software, students
will explore, discuss and begin to design video games in a series of
progressive exercises designed to develop aesthetic sensitivity and
basic technical knowledge required to produce new and unique
interactive materials and experiences.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
Credit Courses - 201 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
MM V78 - VIDEO AND COMPUTER GAME
CREATION - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V10 and MM V61 or equivalent; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to build an understanding of video game
development and programming. Using computers, programming
software, video games, game controllers, graphic software, and
computer modeling and animation software, students will explore,
discuss and begin to create video games in a series of progressive
exercises designed to develop aesthetic sensitivity and basic
technical knowledge required to produce new and unique interactive
materials and experiences.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V80 - PROJECT-BASED WEB DEVELOPMENT - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to introduce the basics of Web site
development using graphics, text, animation and current computer
software. Students will preview how these essentials are organized
in order to plan and construct Web sites, adding links, navigation,
frames, and tables. Students will create a Web site, learn the delivery
process, and learn how to access and work with a Web server.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V82 - VECTOR-BASED ANIMATION - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals including use of image processing software
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to introduce the basics of vector-based
animation principles to deliver low band-width animations, presentations,
and Web sites. Students will preview how these essentials are
used to construct games, add interfaces, create training courses and
prepare streaming video.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V88 - MULTIMEDIA WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course is designed to meet the specific needs of the college
and community, as required and/or requested by persons whose
needs in this area are not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
MM V89 - WORKSHOPS IN MULTIMEDIA - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course is designed to meet the specific needs of the college
and community, as required and/or requested by persons whose
needs in this area are not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN MULTIMEDIA - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Recommended preparation: basic English and math skills; and
computer fundamentals
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
MM V95 - MULTIMEDIA INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This multimedia internship course offers students with intermediate
skills who are volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work
experience related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a
result of consultation with a designated faculty member in the
discipline and the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MM V96 - MULTIMEDIA INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This multimedia internship course offers students with intermediate
skills who are employed in the field an oppor tunity to expand their
work experience related to their field of study. Students are accepted
as a result of consultation with a designated faculty member in the
discipline and the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 202 - Credit Courses
MUS V02CL - EAR TRAINING III - 1 Unit
Corequisite: MUS V02C
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
Ear training through exercises in sight singing, note reading and
music dictation.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 2CL. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN MUS 6 [with MUS V02C] or CAN MUS SEQ C [with
MUS VO2A+V02AL+V02B+V02BL+V02C].
MUS V02D - MUSIC THEORY: MODAL-TONAL
COUNTERPOINT - 5 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V02B or equivalent
Corequisite: MUS V02DL
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
Study of modal and tonal counterpoint; major forms including
canon, motet, contrapuntal variation, invention and fugue. Some
attention to early notation. Analysis of selected music.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 2D. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
MUS V02DL - EAR TRAINING IV - 1 Unit
Corequisite: MUS V02D
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
Advanced ear training. Sight singing, dictation and recognition of
melody, harmony and non-tonal music.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 2DL. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
MUS V03 - INTRODUCTION TO WORLD MUSIC - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an introductory survey of world music from
the cultural traditions of the Americas, Africa, Asia, Indonesia, India
and Europe. The course will focus on the cultural sources of world
musical practices, on characteristics of rhythm, melody and
composition, and on musical instruments.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 3. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
MUS V04 - BEGINNING MUSIC COMPOSITION TECHNIQUES
OF THE 20TH AND 21ST CENTURIES - 3 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V02A-VO2AL
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Introduction to the major music composition techniques of the 20th
century primarily by composing music, but also through music
exercises and analysis. Per formance of selected student works
encouraged.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 4. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
MUS V05 - MUSICIANSHIP - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course bridges the gap between music fundamentals and
music theory. It includes a basic review of music reading, scales,
intervals, keys, chords, rhythm and meter. Exercises include work at
the piano, percussion and computer as well as traditional solfeggio
and written exercises.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3
times. Formerly Mus 5. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V06 - HISTORY OF ROCK AND ROLL - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of rock and roll history from both a musical and cultural
perspective from its roots in the blues, gospel, country and mainstream
popular music to the diverse styles of today. The focus will be
on important individuals, groups, styles and influences as well as the
impact of the music on American society and world culture. Guest
ar tists and lecturers, films and analysis of recordings may be
included.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUSIC
MUS V01 - FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Writing of scales, intervals, chords, key signatures, sight singing,
elementary keyboard work.
Formerly Mus 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor.
MUS V02A - MUSIC THEORY I - 5 Units
Corequisite: MUS V02AL
Recommended preparation: MUS V01
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
A study of music from the “common practice” period: 17th, 18th
and 19th centuries. Primarily an introduction to tonal harmony
through exercises in figured bass, chord inversion, voice leading
(chord connection) and harmonic function.
Field tips may be required. Formerly Mus 2A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN MUS 2 [with MUS V02AL] or CAN MUS SEQ A
[with MUS V02AL+V02B+V02BL] or CAN MUS SEQ C [with
MUS V02AL+V02B+V02BL+V02C+V02CL].
MUS V02AL - EAR TRAINING I - 1 Unit
Corequisite: MUS V02A
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
Beginning ear training through graded exercises in sight singing,
note reading and music dictation.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 2AL. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN MUS 2 [with MUS V02A] or CAN MUS SEQ A [with
MUS V02A+V02B+V02BL] or CAN MUS SEQ C [with MUS
V02A+V02B+V02BL+V02C+V02CL].
MUS V02B - MUSIC THEORY II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V02A or equivalent
Corequisite: MUS V02BL
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
Further exploration of techniques from the “common practice”
period of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, including the use of
secondary dominants, dissonant chords, harmonization of bass and
soprano melodies, modulation and non-harmonic tones.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 2B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN MUS 4 [with MUS V02BL] or CAN MUS SEQ A
[with MUS V02A+V02AL+V02BL] or CAN MUS SEQ C [with
MUS VO2A+V02AL+V02BL+V02C+V02CL].
MUS V02BL - EAR TRAINING II - 1 Unit
Corequisite: MUS V02B
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
Ear training through graded exercises in sight singing, note
reading and music dictation. Some basic keyboard experience and
improvisation included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 2BL. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN MUS 4 [with MUS V02B] or CAN MUS SEQ A [with
MUS V02A+V02AL+V02B] or CAN MUS SEQ C[ with MUS
V02A+V02AL+V02B+V02C+V02CL].
MUS V02C - MUSIC THEORY III - 5 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V02B or equivalent
Corequisite: MUS V02CL
Hours: 5 lecture weekly
Study of the techniques culminating the “common practice”
period: Linear chords, chromatic harmony and modulation. Transition
from tonal techniques toward experimental methods common to the
20th century. Par ticular attention to analysis and musical form.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 2C. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN MUS 6 [with MUS V02CL] or CAN MUS SEQ C
[with MUS V02A+V02AL+V02B+V02BL+V02CL].
Credit Courses - 203 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
MUS V07 - HISTORY OF JAZZ - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of jazz history, from both a musical and cultural
perspective from its roots in ragtime, blues, and American popular
music, to the diverse styles of today. The focus will be on important
individuals, groups, styles, and influences, as well as the impact of
American society and world culture. Guest artists and lecturers, and
analysis of recordings may be included.
Field trips may be required. Formerly MUS V60E. Same as AES
V12. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
MUS V08 - MUSIC APPRECIATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Survey of music history with special emphasis on understanding
and enjoyment in the listening of music; introduction to the formal
principles employed in music.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 8. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC.
MUS V09A - MUSIC HISTORY AND LITERATURE I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a survey of musical styles, forms, and personalities
from ancient time to 1750.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 9A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN MUS 8 or CAN MUS SEQ B [with MUS V09B].
MUS V09B - MUSIC HISTORY AND
LITERATURE II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a survey of musical styles, forms, and personalities
from 1750 to the present.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 9B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN MUS 10 or CAN MUS SEQ B [with MUS V09A].
MUS V10 - COLLEGE CHORUS - 1.5 Units
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
The study and performance of mixed choir music from the
community, classic and folk traditions.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 10. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V11 - COLLEGE SINGERS - .5-2 Units
Recommended preparation: singing ability
Hours: 1-4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Singing group providing an oppor tunity to learn choral music from
all ages. College Singers appear in public concer ts, inter-school
festivals and workshops. Some additional time is needed for special
concerts and rehearsals.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 11. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V12 - CHORALE - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: singing ability
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
Advanced choral ensemble. Rehearsal and performance of choral,
and choral/instrumental masterworks from medieval times to the
present. Additional rehearsal and performance required.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 12. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V13A - VOICE I - 1.5 Units
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
Designed for the serious voice student interested in building
classic reper toire. Course includes the study of basic technique and
correction of individual problems.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 13A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
MUS V13B - VOICE II - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V13A
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
Designed for the serious voice student interested in building
classic repertoire. Course includes basic technique and performance
of representative literature.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 13B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
MUS V13C - VOICE III - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V13B
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
Designed for the serious voice student interested in building
classic repertoire. Course includes basic technique plus study and
performance of advanced literature.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 13C. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
MUS V13D - VOICE IV - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V13C
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
Designed for the serious voice student interested in building
classic reper toire. Course includes technique plus preparation for a
performance in recital.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 13D. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
MUS V14 - BEGINNING COMMUNITY
ORCHESTRA - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ability to play an orchestra instrument
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
Rehearsal and performance of orchestral literature.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 14. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V15 - ADVANCED COMMUNITY
ORCHESTRA - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ability to play an orchestra instrument
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
Rehearsal and performance of representative orchestra literature in
concerts on the college campus and in the community.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 15. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V16 - INTERMEDIATE CHORAL REHEARSAL AND
PERFORMANCE - .5-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: singing ability
Hours: 1-3 lecture-laboratory weekly
The study and performance of choral masterworks from the 15th
century to the 20th century, stressing unaccompanied and accompanied
choral works at the intermediate level.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 16. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V18 - BAND - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ability to play an instrument
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
Prepare and perform band literature.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 18. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 204 - Credit Courses
MUS V24A - KEYBOARDS I - 2 Units
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Fundamentals of keyboard playing, music reading, technique,
scales, transposition, simple keyboard harmonization, and simple
keyboard literature. Designed for the student with little or no prior
keyboard experience.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 24A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN MUS 22.
MUS V24B - KEYBOARDS II - 2 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V24A or equivalent
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Level 2 keyboard playing: music reading, technique, scales,
transposition, keyboard harmonization, and simple keyboard
literature.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 24B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN MUS 24.
MUS V24C - KEYBOARDS III - 2 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V24B or equivalent
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Level 3 keyboard playing: music reading, technique, major and
minor scales, transposition, more advanced keyboard harmonization,
and more advanced keyboard literature.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 24C. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
MUS V24D - KEYBOARDS IV - 2 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V24C or equivalent
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
Level 4 keyboard playing: advanced music reading, technique,
major and minor scales, transposition, keyboard harmonization, and
more advanced keyboard literature.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 24D. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
MUS V27 - CHORAL CONDUCTING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ability to read music score
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Conducting singing groups in simpler choral works suitable for
civic, school and church choirs. Basic conducting techniques;
exploration of choral literature including style, performance, and
interpretation.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 27. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
MUS V30 - APPLIED MUSIC STUDY - 1 Unit
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
Preparation and presentation of the solo literature to be presented
before the class with a subsequent critique by the other students and
instructor. The instructor is expected to critique the critiques.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Mus 30.
Transfer credit CSU; UC.
MUS V31A - PRIVATE LESSONS: WOODWINDS - 3 Units
Corequisite: MUS V02A, V02B, V02C or V02D; MUS V10, V11, V12,
V14, V15, V18, V21A, V21B or V21C; and MUS V30
Recommended preparation: ability to play an appropriate instrument
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Private one-hour lessons on a woodwind instrument, plus six
hours of practice on campus weekly: flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon or
saxophone. Work on playing techniques; style and interpretation;
reper toire. Lessons may be increased to two a week through
arrangements with the Office of Community Services and by paying a
fee.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 31A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V19 - ADVANCED CHORAL REHEARSAL AND
PERFORMANCE - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: MUS V16 or equivalent singing ability
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
The study and performance of challenging choral masterworks
from the 15th century to the 20th century, stressing unaccompanied
and accompanied choral works at the advanced level.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 19. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V21A - CHAMBER MUSIC: WINDS - 1 Unit
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
Development of small ensembles of woodwinds to study and
perform music; emphasis on balance, dynamics, phrasing and
interpretation.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 21A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V21B - CHAMBER MUSIC: BRASS - 1 Unit
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
Development of small ensembles of brass players to study the
musical literature composed for brass groups, to perfect and perform
these masterpieces.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 21B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V21C - CHAMBER MUSIC: STRINGS AND
KEYBOARDS - 1 Unit
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
Development of chamber groups to study the literature written for
ensemble groups; to perfect and perform these compositions.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 21C. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V22A - ADVANCED CHAMBER MUSIC: WINDS - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: ability to play an appropriate instrument
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
Development of small ensembles of woodwinds to study and
perform advanced classical music; emphasis on balance, dynamics,
phrasing and interpretation.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 22A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V22B - ADVANCED CHAMBER MUSIC:
BRASS - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: ability to play an appropriate instrument
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
Development of small ensembles of brass to study and perform
transcribed and original classical music. Attention to interpretation,
balance, blend and phrasing.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 22B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V22C - ADVANCED CHAMBER MUSIC: STRINGS AND
KEYBOARDS - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: ability to play an appropriate instrument
Hours: 2 lecture-laboratory weekly
Development of small ensembles of strings and piano. Special
attention to performance quality of classical music, interpretation,
style, balance, blend and phrasing.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 22C. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
Credit Courses - 205 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
MUS V31B - PRIVATE LESSONS: BRASS - 3 Units
Corequisite: MUS V02A, V02B, V02C or V02D; MUS V10, V11, V12,
V14, V15, V18, V21A, V21B or V21C; and MUS V30
Recommended preparation: ability to play an appropriate instrument
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Private one-hour lessons on a brass instrument, plus six hours of
practice on campus weekly: trumpet, French horn, trombone or tuba.
Work on playing techniques; style and interpretation; reper toire.
Lessons may be increased to two a week through arrangements with
the Office of Community Services and by paying a fee.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 31B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V31C - PRIVATE LESSONS: STRINGS - 3 Units
Corequisite: MUS V02A, V02B, V02C or V02D; MUS V10, V11, V12,
V14, V15, V18, V21A, V21B or V21C; and MUS V30
Recommended preparation: ability to play an appropriate instrument
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Private one-hour lessons on a string instrument, plus six hours of
practice on campus weekly: violin, viola, cello, or contrabass. Work
on playing techniques; style and interpretation; repertoire. Lessons
may be increased to two a week through arrangements with the
Office of Community Services and by paying a fee.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 31C. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V31D - PRIVATE LESSONS: KEYBOARDS - 3 Units
Corequisite: MUS V02A, V02B, V02C or V02D; MUS V10, V11, V12,
V14, V15, V18, V21A, V21B or V21C; and MUS V30
Recommended preparation: ability to play an appropriate instrument
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Private one-hour lessons on a keyboard instrument, plus six hours
of practice on campus weekly: piano, organ, or harpsichord. Work
on playing techniques; style and interpretation; repertoire. Lessons
may be increased to two a week through arrangements with the
Office of Community Services and by paying a fee.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 31D. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V31E - PRIVATE LESSONS: CLASSICAL
GUITAR - 3 Units
Corequisite: MUS V02A, V02B, V02C or V02D; MUS V10, V11, V12,
V14, V15, V18, V21A, V21B or V21C; and MUS V30
Recommended preparation: ability to play an appropriate instrument
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Private one-hour lessons on a classical guitar, plus six hours of
practice on campus weekly. Work on playing techniques; style and
interpretation; repertoire. Lessons may be increased to two a week
through arrangements with the Office of Community Services and by
paying a fee.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 31E. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V31F - PRIVATE LESSONS: ORCHESTRA PERCUSSION
INSTRUMENTS - 3 Units
Corequisite: MUS V02A, V02B, V02C or V02D; MUS V10, V11, V12,
V14, V15, V18, V21A, V21B or V21C; and MUS V30
Recommended preparation: ability to play an appropriate instrument
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Private one-hour lessons on an orchestra percussion instrument,
plus six hours of practice on campus weekly; snare drum, marimba,
etc. Work on playing techniques; style and interpretation; reper toire.
Lessons may be increased to two a week through arrangements with
the Office of Community Services and by paying a fee.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 31F. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V31G - PRIVATE LESSONS: MUSIC
COMPOSITION - 3 Units
Corequisite: MUS V02B, V02C or V02D; MUS V10, V11, V12, V14,
V15, V18, V21A, V21B or V21C; and MUS V30
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Private one-hour lessons in music composition, plus six hours of
practice on campus in the electronic/theory lab weekly. Work on
composition techniques; style, idea and form; analysis. Lessons may
be increased to two a week through arrangements with the Office of
Community Services and by paying a fee.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 31G. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V31H - PRIVATE LESSONS: VOICE - 3 Units
Corequisite: MUS V02A, V02B, V02C or V02D; MUS V10, V11, V12,
V14, V15, V18, V21A, V21B or V21C; and MUS V30
Recommended preparation: ability on the instrument
Hours: 1 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
Private one-hour lessons, plus six hours of practice on campus
weekly. Work on vocal techniques; style and interpretation; repertoire.
Lessons may be increased to two a week through arrangements
with the Office of Community Services and by paying a fee.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 31H. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V34 - BEGINNING CHAMBER
ORCHESTRA - .5-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ability to play an orchestral instrument
Hours: 1-3 lecture-laboratory weekly
The study and performance of orchestra literature suitable for
smaller orchestral ensembles, primarily from the Baroque and
Classic periods.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 34. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V35 - ADVANCED CHAMBER ORCHESTRA - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ability to play an orchestral instrument
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
The study and performance of challenging orchestra literature
suitable for smaller orchestral ensembles. Music from the 17th
through the 20th centuries will be studied. All genres including
symphony, suite, concer to, over ture and prelude will be covered.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 35. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V36 - BEGINNING GUITAR - 1.5 Units
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed for the beginning student in guitar and
focuses on the study of standard guitar techniques and on the
development of musical skills, performance skills and a knowledge
of reper toire.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Mus 36. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V37 -INTERMEDIATE GUITAR - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: MUS V36
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed for the serious student interested in
building classical reper toire. Focus is on continued improvement of
basic techniques, development of performance skills and individual
problem solving.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Mus 37. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 206 - Credit Courses
MUS V55A - BEGINNING RECORDER - 1.5 Units
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will provide beginning-level instruction in how to
perform on soprano or alto recorders. Students will learn how to
compare and differentiate rhythmic notation and pitch in the treble
clef. They will practice in class and at home rhythmic groupings such
as half-, quar ter- and eighth-note patterns. Attention will be given to
ensemble participation, so they can assess and demonstrate an
understanding of intonation, dynamics, tempo, rhythm, and working
together to produce a balanced sonority. Students will learn how to
prepare and organize a pedagogical technique to teach other
beginners, including children.
Field trips will be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V55B - INTERMEDIATE RECORDER - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V55A
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will provide intermediate-level instruction in how to
perform on soprano or alto recorders. Students will learn how to
compare and differentiate chromatic notation within a tonality. They
will practice in class and at home rhythmic groupings such as
sixteenth-note patterns, grace notes and a variety of trills. Attention
will be given to ensemble participation, so they can assess and
demonstrate an understanding of intonation, dynamics, tempo,
rhythm, and working together to produce a balanced sonority.
Field trips will be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V55C - ADVANCED RECORDER - 1.5 Units
Prerequisite: MUS V55B
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will provide advanced-level instruction in how to
perform on Renaissance and Baroque instruments. Students will
analyze a variety of literature from the Renaissance and Baroque
periods. Attention will be given to ensemble par ticipation, so they can
assess and demonstrate an understanding of intonation, dynamics,
tempo, rhythm, and working together to produce a balanced sonority.
Students will learn how to prepare and organize a pedagogical
technique to teach other beginners, including children.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V60A-Z - TOPICS IN MUSIC - 1-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by the other
music offerings. Examples of topics to be offered from time-to-time
include: synthesizer techniques, recording techniques, Indian music,
primitive music, women in music.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 60A-Z. Transfer credit:
determined by transfer institution.
MUS V60B - TAPE RECORDING BASICS - 1.5 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 2 laboratory weekly
Introduction to recording techniques, the concepts, facilities, and
procedures for recording sound with emphasis on current multitrack
recording practices.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Mus 60B. Transfer credit:
CSU.
MUS V39 - INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC
TECHNOLOGY - 2 Units
Recommended preparation: music fundamentals and computer
fundamentals
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course introduces students to music notation and printing
with applications such as Finale and Sibelius, music sequencing
software, and audio recording/sequencing software. It includes basic
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface), conventions of music
notation, keyboard note entry, entering and editing of standard and
custom music symbols, page layout and publishing-quality printout,
and real-time playback of scores, sequences, and mixes. Students
will have hands-on experience with notation and sequencing
applications through several class projects. An overview of the
complete spectrum of technology in music is included.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
MUS V42 - SOUND AND AUDIO FOR MULTIMEDIA - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: MM V10 or equivalent; and computer
fundamentals
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to build an understanding of audio and
soundtrack production for multimedia presentations. Using computers,
audio and MIDI (Musical Instrumental Digital Interface) software,
musical keyboards and synthesizers, students will explore, discuss
and begin to create audio and music tracks in a series of progressive
exercises designed to develop aesthetic sensitivity and basic
technical knowledge required to produce new and unique interactive
materials and experiences.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Same as MM
V76. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
MUS V43 - BEGINNING SYMPHONIC CHOIR - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: music reading and singing ability
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course presents the study and performance of choral
masterworks stressing literature sung with instruments and
orchestra.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V44 - ADVANCED SYMPHONIC CHOIR - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: music reading and singing ability
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course presents the study and performance of challenging
choral masterworks requiring the use of instruments or orchestra.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V45 - BEGINNING OPERA WORKSHOP - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: singing ability
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides rehearsal and performance study in opera
and musical theatre including aria, recitative, ensemble and chorus.
Students will also study singing-acting crafts. Students not cast in
musical performance parts will work in other aspects of production.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Mus 45. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V46 - ADVANCED OPERA WORKSHOP - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: singing ability
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides advanced practical study of opera and
musical theatre including public performance of arias, recitative and
scenes. Students not cast in musical performance parts will work in
other aspects of production.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Mus 46. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
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MUS V60D - EARLY MUSIC ENSEMBLE - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ability to perform on an early music
instrument
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course will provide students an opportunity to perform
Renaissance and Baroque repertoire and other appropriate music.
Students will analyze a variety of literature from the Renaissance and
Baroque periods. Attention will be given to ensemble participation so
they can assess and demonstrate an understanding of intonation,
dynamics, tempo, rhythm, and working together to produce a
balanced sonority. Students will receive training in playing other early
music instruments such as the recorder, gomba, shawm, and cornet.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Mus 60D. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V60F - ADVANCED EARLY MUSIC
ENSEMBLE - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: MUS V60D
Hours: 3 lecture-laboratory weekly
Advanced work in performance ensemble. Music will include
Renaissance through modern music on early music instruments.
Emphasis on advanced rhythmic figures and work on intonation.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 60F. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
MUS V88 - MUSIC WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
MUS V89 - WORKSHOPS IN MUSIC - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Mus 89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined
after admission.
MUS V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN MUSIC - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Mus 90. Transfer credit: CSU;
for UC, determined after admission.
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NURSING SCIENCE
NS V07 - PHARMACOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will provide students with a basic understanding of
the clinical application of pharmacology and pharmacotherapeutic
principles across a lifespan. Areas of emphasis include drug
classifications, therapeutic uses of medications, application of the
nursing process and legal/ethical considerations.
Formerly NS 7. Transfer credit: CSU.
NS V10 - INTRODUCTION TO PROFESSIONAL
NURSING - 10 Units
Prerequisite: admission to ADN program; ANPH V01 or both ANAT
V01 and PHSO V01; MICR V01; HEC V24 or PSY V05 or concurrent
enrollment; current CPR cer tification for health care provider or
professional rescuer; proof of freedom from and immunity to
communicable diseases; physical examination demonstrating general
good health; certification as a nursing assistant; no visible tattoos or
visible body piercings except single studs in ear lobes; and no
acrylic or long nails in clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the Board of Registered Nursing may
deny licensure to those with criminal records
Hours: 5 lecture, 15 laboratory weekly
This course focuses on Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of
Nursing (S-CDTN) which serves as the unifying framework.
Throughout the course, the student will apply principles from the
natural, social and behavioral sciences to the practice of professional
nursing. Students will have the opportunity to learn S-CDTN
as it applies to the nursing process and issues and trends of
professional nursing. Nursing will be presented as a component of a
health care system seeking to assist the client to improve and/or
maintain his/her potential in a diverse cultural context. This
introduction to professional nursing will focus on the use of critical
thinking skills in health assessment, identification of and intervention
for universal self-care requisites, basic and intermediate skills and
pharmacology. Guided clinical experiences are provided concurrently
with theory.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Formerly NS 10.
Transfer credit: CSU.
NS V15 - NURSING SCIENCE REVIEW - 3.5 Units
Prerequisite: NS V10 with grade of C or better; current CPR
certification for health care provider or professional rescuer; proof of
freedom from and immunity to communicable diseases; physical
examination demonstrating general good health; no visible tattoos or
visible body piercings except single studs in ear lobes; and no
acrylic or long nails in clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the Board of Registered Nursing may
deny licensure to those with criminal records
Hours: 1 lecture, 7.5 laboratory weekly
This course offers structured remediation in basic nursing theory
and skills. It includes didactic and practical components. Emphasis
is on utilization of basic nursing principles and skills which are
necessary to develop and implement a nursing plan of care.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly NS 15.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
NS V20 - THE NURSING PROCESS APPLIED TO THE CLIENT
WITH HEALTH CARE DEVIATIONS I - 11 Units
Prerequisite: NS V10; current CPR certification for health care
provider or professional rescuer; proof of freedom from and immunity
to communicable diseases; physical examination demonstrating
general good health; no visible tattoos or visible body piercings
except single studs in ear lobes; and no acrylic or long nails in
clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the Board of Registered Nursing may
deny licensure to those with criminal records
Hours: 6 lecture, 15 laboratory weekly
This course utilizes Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing (SCDTN)
and the nursing process to focus on developmental and health
deviation self-care requisites related to water, food, elimination and
hazards. Developmental self-care requisites will be addressed with a
focus on care of perinatal clients, newborns, children and families.
Principles of therapeutic intervention, basic conditioning factors,
communication and care of the client across the lifespan will be
integrated throughout the course. The roles of provider of care,
manager of care and member within the profession are stressed.
Guided clinical experiences are provided concurrently with theory.
Field trips may be required. Formerly NS V20A & V20B. Transfer
credit: CSU.
NS V30 - THE NURSING PROCESS APPLIED TO THE CLIENT
WITH HEALTH CARE DEVIATIONS II - 10.5 Units
Prerequisite: NS V20; current CPR certification for health care
provider or professional rescuer; proof of freedom from and immunity
to communicable diseases; physical examination demonstrating
general good health; no visible tattoos or visible body piercings
except single studs in ear lobes; and no acrylic or long nails in
clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the Board of Registered Nursing may
deny licensure to those with criminal records
Hours: 5.5 lecture, 15 laboratory weekly
This course utilizes Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing (SCDTN)
and the nursing process to focus on clients and families with
developmental self-care requisites and health deviation self-care
requisites related to solitude and social interaction, normalcy,
activity/rest and hazards. The scope of nursing interventions includes
supportive/educative, partially compensatory and wholly compensatory
actions, emphasizing the goal of fostering self-care agency of
each client. Principles of therapeutic intervention, basic conditioning
factors, communication and care of the client across the lifespan will
be integrated throughout the course. The roles of provider of care,
manager of care and member within the profession are stressed. The
supportive/educative role of the nurse is emphasized. Guided clinical
experiences are provided concurrently with theory.
Field trips may be required. Formerly NS V30A & V30B. Transfer
credit: CSU.
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NS V31 - THE NURSING PROCESS APPLIED TO THE CLIENT
WITH HEALTH CARE DEVIATIONS II: 30-UO - 10 Units
Prerequisite: NS V20; current CPR certification for health care
provider or professional rescuer; proof of freedom from and immunity
to communicable diseases; physical examination demonstrating
general good health; no visible tattoos or visible body piercings
except single studs in ear lobes; and no acrylic or long nails in
clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the Board of Registered Nursing may
deny licensure to those with criminal records
Hours: 5.5 lecture, 13.5 laboratory weekly
This course utilizes Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing (SCDTN)
and the nursing process to focus on clients and families with
developmental self-care requisites and health deviation self-care
requisites related to solitude and social interaction, normalcy,
activity/rest and hazards. The scope of nursing interventions includes
supportive/educative, partially compensatory and wholly compensatory
actions, emphasizing the goal of fostering self-care agency of
each client. Principles of therapeutic intervention, basic conditioning
factors, communication and care of the client across the lifespan will
be integrated throughout the course. The roles of provider of care,
manager of care and member within the profession are stressed. The
supportive/educative role of the nurse is emphasized. Guided clinical
experiences are provided concurrently with theory.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly NS
V30C. Transfer credit: CSU.
NS V40 - THE NURSING PROCESS APPLIED TO THE CLIENT
WITH HEALTH CARE DEVIATIONS III - 10.5 Units
Prerequisite: NS V30; current CPR certification for health care
provider or professional rescuer; proof of freedom from and immunity
to communicable diseases; physical examination demonstrating
general good health; no visible tattoos or visible body piercings
except single studs in ear lobes; and no acrylic or long nails in
clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the Board of Registered Nursing may
deny licensure to those with criminal records
Hours: 5.5 lecture, 15 laboratory weekly
This course utilizes Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing (SCDTN)
and the nursing process to focus on health deviation self-care
requisites related to air, activity and rest. The scope of nursing
interventions includes suppor tive/educative, partially compensatory
and wholly compensatory actions, including aspects of critical care.
The goal of fostering the client's self-care agency is emphasized.
Principles of therapeutic intervention, basic conditioning factors,
communication and care of the client across the lifespan will be
integrated throughout the course. This course is designed to
transition the student into the role of a beginning practitioner in
nursing. Emphasis will be on management and leadership skills,
ethics, legal issues related to nursing practice, professional
accountability, health care economics and interpersonal relationships.
Guided clinical experiences promoting independent nursing judgement
and practice, and the application of leadership principles are
provided after being introduced in theory. The roles of provider of
care, manager of care and member within the profession are
stressed. This course fulfills one PE/health requirement for the AS
degree in nursing.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly NS
V40A & V40B. Transfer credit: CSU.
NS V41 - THE NURSING PROCESS APPLIED TO THE CLIENT
WITH HEALTH CARE DEVIATIONS III:
30-UO - 10 Units
Prerequisite: NS V30; current CPR certification for health care
provider or professional rescuer; proof of freedom from and
immunity to communicable diseases; physical examination demonstrating
general good health; no visible tattoos or visible body
piercings except single studs in ear lobes; and no acrylic or long
nails in clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the Board of Registered Nursing may
deny licensure to those with criminal records
Hours: 5.5 lecture, 13.5 laboratory weekly
This course utilizes Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing (SCDTN)
and the nursing process to focus on health deviation self-care
requisites related to air, activity and rest. The scope of nursing
interventions includes suppor tive/educative, partially compensatory
and wholly compensatory actions, including aspects of critical care.
The goal of fostering the client's self-care agency is emphasized.
Principles of therapeutic interventions, basic conditioning factors,
communication and care of the client across the lifespan will be
integrated throughout the course. This course is designed to
transition the student into the role of a beginning practitioner in
nursing. Emphasis will be on management and leadership skills,
ethics, legal issues related to nursing practice, professional
accountability, health care economics and interpersonal relationships.
Guided clinical experiences promoting independent nursing
judgement and practice, and the application of leadership principles
are provided after being introduced in theory. The roles of provider of
care, manager of care and member within the profession are
stressed. This course fulfills one PE/health requirement for the AS
degree in nursing.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly NS
V40C. Transfer credit: CSU.
NS V75 - NURSING READINESS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents an introduction to nursing as a career, to
nursing education, the associate degree nursing program, license
preparation, nursing practice and some concepts and skills which
form the common framework for educational preparation of nurses
for beginning practice. Strategies for improving critical thinking are
identified and practiced. Study management techniques will be
introduced and implemented. The focus of the course is to provide
the student with resources for continued use as he/she progresses
through the nursing program.
Field trips may be required. Formerly NS 75. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
NS V76A - DOSAGE CALCULATIONS I - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed for students and practitioners in health
sciences. It will focus on basic mathematical problem solving
techniques applicable to medications for all client groups. Specifically,
it covers calculation of dosages involving fractions, decimals,
percentage and Roman numerals.
Formerly NS 76A. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
NS V76B - DOSAGE CALCULATIONS II - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed for students and practitioners in health
sciences. It will focus on dosage calculations for oral and parenteral
medications, excluding intravenous fluids. Standard formulas will be
emphasized.
Formerly NS 76B. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
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NS V76C - DOSAGE CALCULATIONS III - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed for students and practitioners in health
sciences. It will focus primarily on more advanced mathematical
problem solving techniques for oral, parenteral and intravenous fluid
medication administration. This course begins with ratio and
proportion and focuses on the application of solving dosage
problems across the lifespan.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
NS V76D - DOSAGE CALCULATIONS IV - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course is designed for students and practitioners in health
sciences. It will focus on advanced dosage calculation problem
solving techniques for all age groups and all routes of administration.
Complex problems will be demonstrated and practiced. Administration
of blood products will be included.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
NS V77 - HEALTH ASSESSMENT - 2 Units
Prerequisite: NS V10
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course focuses on the principles and techniques of health
assessment. It is designed to provide the nurse or the nursing
student with the knowledge and skill necessary to make more
complex nursing assessments.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly NS 77. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
NS V78 - CARDIAC RHYTHM RECOGNITION AND
TREATMENT MODALITIES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide the health care provider with
knowledge and skills required to correctly identify cardiac
arrhythmias. Normal anatomy and physiology of the cardiac system
will be reviewed. Medications and other treatments for the various
arrhythmias will be discussed. This course is designed for telemetry
technicians and licensed nurses providing care to monitored
patients.
Field trips may be required.
NS V79 - NURSING CARE OF THE CRITICALLY ILL
CLIENT - 4 Units
Prerequisite: NS V78; and licensure as a vocational or registered
nurse or equivalent
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course follows the AACN curriculum and is designed for the
licensed nurse seeking a comprehensive theoretical knowledge base
of critical care practice. Content includes hemodynamic monitoring,
ventilatory assistance, code management, nursing management of
shock and alterations in function of the major organ systems.
Field trips may be required.
NS V80 - HEALTH SCIENCE CLINICAL SKILLS
ENHANCEMENT - .5-2 Units
Recommended preparation: health sciences major
Hours: 1.5-6 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to assist students to enhance their
clinical skills through utilization of the skills lab facilities.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly NS 80. Offered
on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
NS V81 - LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE
BRIDGE - 5.5 Units
Prerequisite: current California licensure as a vocational nurse; ANPH
V01 or both ANAT V01 and PHSO V01; MICR V01; HEC V24 or PSY
V05 or concurrent enrollment; current CPR certification for health
care provider or professional rescuer; no visible tattoos or visible
body piercings except single studs in ear lobes; and no acrylic or
long nails in clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the Board of Registered Nursing may
deny licensure to those with criminal records
Hours: 3 lecture, 7.5 laboratory weekly
This course utilizes Orem’s Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing (SCDTN)
and the nursing process to focus on developmental and health
deviation self-care requisites. Principles of therapeutic intervention,
basic conditioning factors, communication and care of the client
across the lifespan are integrated throughout the course. The roles of
provider of care, manager of care and member within the profession
are utilized to prepare the licensed vocational nurse to enter the
associate degree nursing program in the third semester (NS V30 or
NS V31). The transition of roles from vocational to registered nurse is
emphasized. Through case studies and clinical experiences, this
course will provide a condensed review of some of the diseases,
pathophysiology, pharmacology and nursing management of clients
covered during the first year of the associate degree nursing program.
Critical thinking skills, nursing theory, delivery of intravenous therapy,
safe dosage calculation, medication administration and strengthening
of assessment skills will be emphasized. Guided clinical experiences
are provided concurrently with theory.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly NS 81.
NS V82 - LICENSED NURSE REFRESHER COURSE - 5 Units
Prerequisite: current licensure in the state of California as a
registered or licensed vocational nurse; current CPR cer tification for
health care provider or professional rescuer; proof of freedom from
and immunity to communicable diseases; physical examination
demonstrating general good health; and malpractice insurance
Hours: 2.5 lecture, 7.5 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to prepare the licensed nurse who has
been away from active nursing to update theory and skills in
preparation for practice as a licensed vocational or registered nurse
in an acute care facility. Theory content will be presented with
clinical practice under supervision of an instructor.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required.
NS V83A - NURSING CARE PLANNING WITH OREM'S SELFCARE
DEFICIT THEORY OF NURSING I - .5 Unit
Prerequisite: HS V10 or NS V10 or concurrent enrollment in either
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course presents Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing
(S-CDTN) and the nursing process. Integration of these two systems
to develop an integrated, individualized plan of care for assigned
clients is stressed.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
NS V83B - NURSING CARE PLANNING WITH OREM'S SELFCARE
DEFICIT THEORY OF NURSING II - .5 Unit
Prerequisite: NS V83A
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
This course presents Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing
(S-CDTN) and the nursing process. Integration of these two systems
to develop an integrated, individualized plan of care for assigned
clients is stressed. Prioritization of nursing interventions, integration
of basic conditioning factors and therapeutic communication across
the lifespan are included.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
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NS V84A - SUCCESS IN HIGH-RISK NURSING
COURSES I - 1-2 Units
Hours: 1-2 lecture weekly
This course discusses strategies that promote success in nursing
courses. Methods for improving critical thinking are identified and
practiced. Study and test-taking skills are explored and developed.
Integration of knowledge from theory and clinical practice is
emphasized to prepare for theory exams and clinical performance.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree
credit.
NS V84B - SUCCESS IN HIGH-RISK NURSING
COURSES II - 1-2 Units
Hours: 1-2 lecture weekly
This course discusses strategies that promote success in nursing
courses. Methods for improving critical thinking are identified and
practiced. Study and test-taking skills are explored and developed.
Integration of knowledge from theory and clinical practice is
emphasized to prepare for theory exams and clinical performance.
Students will critique their learning experiences and implement
strategies to improve outcomes.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree
credit.
NS V88 - NURSING SCIENCE WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
NS V89 - WORKSHOPS IN NURSING
SCIENCE - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly NS 89. Transfer credit: CSU.
NS V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN NURSING - .5-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills who wish to pursue special projects or
studies. Students are accepted only by written project proposal prior
to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly NS 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
NS V95 - NURSING SCIENCE INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: NS V10; current CPR certification for health care
provider or professional rescuer; current malpractice insurance; meet
all clinical facility requirements; no visible tattoos or visible body
piercings except single studs in ear lobes; no acrylic or long nails in
clinical settings; and approval of ADN director
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Hours: 60 per unit
In this course, students who are volunteers (unpaid) are assigned
to care for clients in a clinical setting under the supervision of a
registered nurse mentor or preceptor. Students will have the
opportunity to enhance clinical skills, organizational skills, time
management and prioritization as they perform previously learned
skills agreed upon between instructor and student. Individualized
nursing care planning will be enhanced using Orem's Self-Care
Deficit Theory of Nursing and the nursing process.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 4 times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination
with any other work experience/internship courses. Formerly NS 95.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
NS V96 - NURSING SCIENCE INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: NS V10; current CPR certification for health care
provider or professional rescuer; current malpractice insurance; meet
all clinical facility requirements; no visible tattoos or visible body
piercings except single studs in ear lobes; no acrylic or long nails in
clinical settings; and approval of ADN director
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Hours: 75 per unit
In this course, students who are employed are assigned to care for
clients in a clinical setting under the supervision of a registered nurse
mentor or preceptor. Students will have the opportunity to enhance
clinical skills, organizational skills, time management and
prioritization as they per form previously learned skills agreed upon
between instructor and student. Individualized nursing care planning
will be enhanced using Orem's Self-Care Deficit Theory of Nursing
and the nursing process.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 4 times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination
with any other work experience/internship courses. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations -
see counselor.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 212 - Credit Courses
PARAMEDIC
PM V01 - PARAMEDIC THEORY - 15 Units
Prerequisite: ANPH V01 or both ANAT V01 and PHSO V01; current
EMT certification; current CPR certification for health care provider
or professional rescuer; proof of freedom from and immunity to
communicable diseases; physical examination demonstrating general
good health; six months full time EMT experience or equivalent; no
visible tattoos or visible body piercings except single studs in ear
lobes; and no acrylic or long nails in clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the state of California Emergency Medical
Services Authority may deny licensure to those with criminal records
Hours: 11 lecture, 12 laboratory weekly
This course focuses on didactic material and related skills
necessary to establish a foundation for subsequent prehospital
assessment and management of patients. Pathophysiology, pharmacology,
principles of intravenous therapy, basic and advanced life
support and electrocardiography are included. Assessment and
appropriate intervention are emphasized. Course content includes
topics related to medical management of trauma and medicalsurgical,
pediatric, obstetric, psychiatric, and geriatric problems.
Crisis intervention, communication, medical-legal and ethical issues
are discussed.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. Formerly PM 1.
PM V02 - PARAMEDIC CLINICAL
LABORATORY - 18.5 Units
Prerequisite: PM V01; current CPR cer tification for health care
provider or professional rescuer; proof of freedom from and immunity
to communicable diseases; physical examination demonstrating
general good health; no visible tattoos or visible body piercings
except single studs in ear lobes; and no acrylic or long nails in
clinical settings
Recommended preparation: the state of California Emergency Medical
Services Authority may deny licensure to those with criminal records
Hours: 3.5 lecture, 45 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to provide supervised clinical application
of cognitive knowledge and skills in acute patient care areas.
Opportunities for increasing depth of skill performance and
presentation of more advanced skills are provided. The student is
assigned to a response vehicle with a field preceptor. Under direct
supervision and evaluation of the preceptor, the field experience is
designed to provide the student with direct patient care responsibilities
in providing advanced life support. Each student must have a
minimum of for ty advanced life support contacts during this course.
Upon successful completion of this course, the student is eligible to
sit for the licensing examination.
Field trips will be required. Formerly PM V02 & V03.
PM V60A-Z - TOPICS IN PARAMEDIC
STUDIES - .5-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail in the general
paramedic studies course offerings. Examples of topics to be offered
from time to time include, but are not limited to: refresher for national
registry exam, wilderness medicine, cardiac update, advanced
trauma life suppor t, advanced cardiac life suppor t, pediatric
advanced life suppor t.
Field trips may be required.
PM V88 - PARAMEDIC WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Recommended preparation: paramedic studies major
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PM V89.
PM V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN PARAMEDIC
SERVICES - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study oppor tunities for students with
intermediate skills who wish to pursue projects not included in the
regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units.
PM V95 - PARAMEDIC INTERNSHIP - 1-4 Units
Prerequisite: current CPR certification for health care provider or
professional rescuer; current malpractice insurance; meet all clinical
facility requirements; no visible tattoos or visible body piercings
except single studs in ear lobes; no acrylic or long nails in clinical
setting; and approval of PM director
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline; and the state of California Emergency
Medical Services Authority may deny licensure to those with criminal
records
Hours: 60 per unit
This course enables students who are volunteers (unpaid) an
opportunity to obtain work experience in their field of study. Students
are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated faculty
member in the discipline and the acceptance of an approved work
proposal.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. May be taken for
a maximum of 4 times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination
with any other work experience/internship courses. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only.
Credit Courses - 213 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
PHILOSOPHY
PHIL V01 - INTRODUCTION TO PHILOSOPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys the nature and uses of philosophy; considers
possible sources, nature, and criteria of knowledge; examines
humanity’s place in the universe, including concepts of the self, the
mind, and freedom; and reviews various schools of philosophical
thought as philosophers have sought to understand knowledge,
reality and value.
Formerly Phil 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PHIL 2.
PHIL V02 - INTRODUCTION TO ETHICS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an introduction to the nature of ethical
theory, reviews ethical theory as it has developed in the West, and
ponders the problems involved in the continuing quest for a more
nearly adequate ethical theory for contemporary society together
with suggestions for progress toward this goal.
Formerly Phil 2. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PHIL 4.
PHIL V03A - SURVEY OF WORLD RELIGIONS:
EAST - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys the religions which have dominated the East,
including an examination of the origins and development and major
themes, beliefs and values of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism,
Confucianism and Zen Buddhism.
Formerly Phil 3A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
PHIL V03B - SURVEY OF WORLD RELIGIONS:
WEST - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys those living religions which have dominated
the West, namely, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. It
examines the origin and development of each religion, identifying its
major themes, beliefs and values, touching upon both common and
contrasting elements.
Formerly Phil 3B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
PHIL V04 - INTRODUCTION TO LOGIC - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The course presents an introduction to the nature and problems of
traditional logical methods. The course routinely requires students to
ask questions, weigh evidence, and draw valid inferences from
various kinds of sources. Course content focuses on informal logic
(general structure of arguments and common fallacies), inductive
logic (generalizations, analogies, and scientific method), and
deductive logic (syllogisms and truth tables).
Formerly Phil 4. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PHIL 6.
PHIL V05 - CRITICAL THINKING AND ANALYTIC
WRITING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Survey of and practice in reasoning, including analysis, critical
reasoning, and synthesis, induction and deduction, and identification
of assumptions and perspectives. Emphasis is on both oral and
written analysis and argumentation of issues involving fact, belief
and value, and on common fallacies of thought, logic, and language.
Students will develop the basics of critical reading, analytic writing
and the relation of writing to critical thinking beyond the level
achieved in English Composition: Level I.
Formerly Phil 5. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
PHIL V06A - GREAT PHILOSOPHERS OF THE
WEST I - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents an introduction to philosophy from a
historical perspective. Focus is placed on the ideas which have had a
dominant impact on Western civilization, including their logical
development and their influence on contemporary society. The
course surveys the period from the birth of science and philosophy
through the Middle Ages, with special emphasis on Socrates, Plato,
and Aristotle.
Formerly Phil 6A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PHIL 8 or CAN
PHIL SEQ A [with PHIL V06B].
PHIL V06B - GREAT PHILOSOPHERS OF THE
WEST II - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents an introduction to philosophy from a
historical perspective. Focus is placed on the ideas which have had a
dominant impact on Western civilization, including their logical
development and their influence on contemporary society. The
course surveys the period from the bir th of the modern mind and the
rise of science in the Renaissance and continues to the present day,
with special emphasis on the schools of rationalism, empiricism,
critical philosophy, and existentialism.
Formerly Phil 6B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PHIL 10 or CAN
PHIL SEQ A [with PHIL V06A].
PHIL V88 - PHILOSOPHY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
PHIL V89 - WORKSHOPS IN PHILOSOPHY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Phil 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
PHIL V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
PHILOSOPHY - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Phil 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 214 - Credit Courses
PHOTOGRAPHY
PHOT V01 - BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is a fast-paced introductory course in photography which
assumes little or no previous knowledge of the camera or the photo
lab. It stresses learning through practical experience. Students will
learn to properly expose, develop and print their own photos as well
as the ar tistic merit of photography.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Photo 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN ART 18.
PHOT V02 - BEGINNING PHOTOGRAPHY WITH DIGITAL
TECHNIQUES - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides a fast-paced introduction to photography,
using 35mm analog or digital cameras. No prior knowledge of the
operation of the camera, computer, or support systems operation is
required. Topics include: operation of the camera; ar tistic compositions;
computer operation; scanning techniques; file compression
and formatting; use of related software (i.e. Adobe Photoshop); and
printing techniques. New innovations in photography and digital
technology will be presented as they are developed.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PHOT V03 - INTRODUCTION TO 35MM SLIDE
PHOTOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This introductory photography course is a critique of student
projects; no darkroom techniques are required. The course is
designed to provide basic instruction in the proper operation of the
35mm SLR camera with manual and/or automatic functions, camera
accessories, proper exposure of color transparency (slide) film,
color theory and proper camera care. Projects are designed to
familiarize the students with camera techniques and artistic
composition that will enhance their ability to create good and/or
outstanding photographs under various environmental conditions.
This course will also introduce students to some photographers and
their work that have been a major influence on artistic and societal
issues.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit:
CSU.
PHOT V04A - INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V01 or equivalent
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An extension of the techniques learned in beginning photography,
with an in-depth study of control and analysis of light and its use
and application in studio and commercial photography.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
4A. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V04B - INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V04A
Recommended preparation: PHOT V01
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
An extension of the techniques learned in the first level of
intermediate photography with emphasis on photographic art.
Further study in creative photography. Projects are designed to
promote individual discoveries and solutions to problems in the
aesthetics of photography.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
4B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
PHOT V06A - INTRODUCTION TO COLOR
PHOTOGRAPHY I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V01 or equivalent
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course introduces the student to the principles of color
photography and to color lab work. Emphasis is on the art and
techniques applied to color films, the color camera and the techniques
of color printing.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
6A. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V06B - INTRODUCTION TO COLOR
PHOTOGRAPHY II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V06A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Continuing instruction and experience in color photography and
color laboratory techniques. Greater emphasis on the ar tistic merit of
color photography and upon portfolio development merit.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
6B. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V07 - HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a survey of the history of photography from 1839 to
the present. Emphasis of the survey will be placed on the 20th
century to understand how the forces of photography's historical
context, technological innovation, and creative spirit have worked
together to create a body of photographic images that have profoundly
influenced our culture and our sense of ourselves.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
PHOT V08 - PRINCIPLES OF PORTRAIT
PHOTOGRAPHY - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V04A or equivalent
Recommended preparation: PHOT V01
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Provides for advanced experience in formal and informal studio
portraiture—black and white and color. Introduces student to
advanced studio techniques, lighting, posing and composition. A
career-oriented course.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
8. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V09A - APPLIED PHOTOGRAPHY I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V04A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Designed for the professional to refine conceptual and interpretive
photographic skills. Will provide continued study of por traiture and
illustration in the commercial field.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
9A. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V09B - APPLIED PHOTOGRAPHY II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PHOT V09A
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Students will plan, shoot, develop and print a series of photographs
of their specific photographic major. They will complete a
minimum of eight - 11x14 prints for their portfolio.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. Formerly Photo
9B. Transfer credit: CSU.
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PHOT V30 - PRESS PHOTOGRAPHY PRACTICUM -1.5 Units
Corequisite: PHOT V01 or previous practical experience
Hours: 1 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
Survey of the principles of photojournalism. Students will work as
photographers for the college newspaper.
Field trips may be required. PHOTO V30/JOUR V30 may be taken
in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Same as JOUR V30.
PHOT V73 - DIGITAL IMAGING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ART V11A and ART V12A and PHOT V01
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Using a Macintosh environment, this course teaches students to
use a digital camera and scan, manipulate and enhance digital
images for graphic reproduction using Adobe Photoshop. This course
emphasizes digital image problem solving.
Fees will be required. Field trips will be required. PHOT V73/ART
V73 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of 2 times.
Formerly Photo 73. Same as ART V73. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
PHOT V88 - PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
PHOT V89 - WORKSHOPS IN PHOTOGRAPHY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Photo 89. Transfer credit: CSU.
PHOT V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
PHOTOGRAPHY - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Photo 90.
Transfer credit: CSU.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 216 - Credit Courses
PE V09 - WATER POLO - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V02 or equivalent swimming skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
To instruct students in the philosophy and strategy of water polo,
beginning with the fundamentals of the game and progressing to
team play - both offense and defense.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 9. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PE V10 - SPRINGBOARD DIVING - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V02
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to develop springboard diving skills.
Instruction will include dives from the five competitive groups
utilizing the four competitive positions.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 10. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PE V12 - WATER AEROBICS - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
An exercise program of aerobic conditioning and muscular
endurance performed in shallow water. This low impact workout
uses the resistance of water to improve the physical condition of
students of all ages and fitness levels.
PE V12 & V47 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of
4 times. Formerly PE 12. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations
- see counselor.
PE V14 - DEEP WATER RUNNING AND
CONDITIONING - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: comfort in deep water
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
An exercise program of aerobic conditioning and strength training
in deep water that is designed to improve the level of fitness of
students of all ages. This course is well-suited for those who wish to
experience a non-weight bearing workout for an alternative crosstraining
regimen for a safe mode of exercise for rehabilitation of
injuries either chronic or acute.
PE V14, V15, V36 & V37 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 14. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V15 - POWER WATER WALKING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to provide low impact exercise and
fitness training for the general student population. All work will be
done in waist-to-chest-deep water with no swimming ability
required. Emphasis will be placed on cardiovascular conditioning,
muscle tone and stress relief. The course is designed to accommodate
all levels of physical fitness.
PE V14, V15, V36 & V37 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PE V17 - LIFEGUARD TRAINING - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V03 or equivalent skills
Hours: 1 lecture, 2 laboratory weekly
Instruction and practice in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
and Conditioning. Emphasis is placed on personal safety, elementary
forms of rescue, the swimming rescue, CPR, and standard first aid.
American Red Cross cer tification in Lifeguard Training available
upon successful completion of the course. Students must be at least
15 years old at the star t of the semester to qualify for the ARC
cer tificate.
Field trips may be required. Formerly PE 17. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN KINE/PE 12.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
AQUATICS
PE V01 - SWIMMING FOR THE
NONSWIMMER - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: unable to swim 20 yards continuously on
stomach and 20 yards continuously on back
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Introduction, instruction, conditioning and practice of the basic
fundamental elements of swimming skills and safety practices.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 1. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V02 - SWIMMING: BEGINNING - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: 20 yards continuous swim on stomach
and 20 yards continuous swim on back
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
To instruct the student in four basic strokes; to develop the ability
to survive in deep water; and to develop cardiovascular endurance.
PE V02, V03 & V04 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 2. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit
limitations - see counselor.
PE V03 - SWIMMING: INTERMEDIATE - 1-1.5 Units
Prerequisite: PE V02 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
To perfect the five basic strokes in swimming; to expand the
knowledge and use of survival techniques and safety; and to develop
cardiovascular endurance.
PE V02, V03 & V04 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 3. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit
limitations - see counselor.
PE V04 - ADVANCED SWIMMING - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V03 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
To perfect five basic strokes to demonstration level; to develop six
additional strokes; to develop water safety techniques; and to
maintain a high level of cardiovascular endurance.
Field trips may be required. PE V02, V03 & V04 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 4. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V06 - SWIMMING FOR CONDITIONING - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V03 or demonstrated swimming
proficiency
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to instruct students to withstand a
systematic, vigorous training schedule which will result in the
development and maintenance of vital processes required for
physical fitness. Endurance training and stroke proficiency will be
stressed.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 6. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V07 - LAP SWIMMING - 1 Unit
Recommended preparation: PE V02 or equivalent skills
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to meet the specific need of extended
practice in the water medium by those students who have become
proficient in stroke and are unable to reach their goals with our
present course offerings.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 7. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
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PE V18 - WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PE V03 or ability to pass swim test of strokes to
intermediate level
Recommended preparation: PE V17
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course provides the student with the theory and practical
techniques needed to become a water safety instructor. At the
successful completion of the course, the student is eligible for
cer tification as an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor with
authorization to teach swimming classes. Student must be at least 17
years old at the star t of the semester to qualify for the ARC
certificate.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 18. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN KINE/PE 10.
PE V19 - BEACH AND OCEAN ACTIVITIES AND
SAFETY - 1-1.5 Units
Prerequisite: PE V02 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to provide knowledge, interest, skill, and
physical fitness development in beach and ocean related activities.
The course will provide an introduction to kayaking, wind surfing,
body and board surfing, and snorkeling. This course will meet at
various beaches during the semester.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V20 - PROFESSIONAL AQUATIC TRAINING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V03 or equivalent swimming skills
Hours: .1.5 lecture, 4.5 laboratory weekly
Instruction and practice in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training
and Water Safety Instruction. Emphasis will be placed on personal
safety, rescue recognition and execution, and the theory and practical
techniques needed for aquatic instruction. American Red Cross
cer tification in Lifeguard Training and/or Water Safety Instructor will
be available upon successful completion of this course. Students
must be at least 15 years old in order to receive lifeguard cer tification,
and 17 years old to receive Water Safety Instructor cer tification.
Field trips will be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit
limitations - see counselor.
PE V21 - SCUBA DIVING: BEGINNING - 2 Units
Prerequisite: ability to pass swim test including underwater
swimming recovering 10 lb. weight; medical history required of all
students; parental release if under 18 years old
Corequisite: PE V21L
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
A basic course in skin and SCUBA diving that will develop the
necessary knowledge and skills for safe diving in Southern California.
The course will emphasize the marine environment, equipment
selection and maintenance, diving physics and physiology, and
accident prevention. NAUI SCUBA diver cer tification available to
students who qualify at the successful completion of both the lecture
and laboratory sections of this course.
Field trips may be required. PE V21 & V22 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 21. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V21L - SCUBA DIVING LABORATORY:
BEGINNING - 1 Unit
Corequisite: PE V21
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
A basic laboratory course in skin and SCUBA diving that will
develop the necessary knowledge and skills for safe diving in
Southern California. Equipment and transportation for off-campus
lab sessions must be furnished by the student. Mask, snorkel, and
fins required after third lesson. NAUI SCUBA Diver Cer tification
available to students' who qualify at the successful completion of
both the lecture and laboratory sections of this course.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 21L. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations
- see counselor.
PE V22 - SCUBA DIVING: INTERMEDIATE/
ADVANCED - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PE V21-V21L or SCUBA diver certification
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to upgrade the SCUBA diving skills and
safety knowledge of student divers in the Southern California area.
The course will present diving specialty topics including: the physics
and physiology of diving; diving medicine; techniques of locating,
catching, and preserving game which is available along the California
coast; dive planning; SCUBA life saving; etc. NAUI Speciality Diving
Certifications available. This course is also available as a reentry
program for divers who have a SCUBA diver cer tification but have
not participated recently in California coastal diving and wish to do
so. This course fulfills the requirements for the NAUI refresher
course. Students are expected to provide their own SCUBA equipment
for field trips. Advanced SCUBA certification available to students
who qualify upon successful completion of the course.
Field trips will be required. PE V21 & V22 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 22. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V26 - NAUI TRAINING ASSISTANT - 1-2 Units
Prerequisite: PE V22 or advanced SCUBA certification
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-3 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to prepare the student to be able to assist
with dive training, such as: escor t diver trainees on the surface and
during underwater tours. The course also trains the student to be a
Safety Diver and Lifesaver in open water situations dealing specifically
with beginning SCUBA students. Students are expected to
provide their own SCUBA equipment as required for field trips. NAUI
Training Assistant Cer tification available to students who qualify
upon successful completion of the course.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 26. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PE V27 - NAUI ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR - 1-2 Units
Prerequisite: PE V26 or equivalent cer tification
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-3 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to test individuals in fundamental water
skills and introduce them to diving instruction basics before
authorizing them to assist active-status NAUI Instructors in the
conduct of diving training. NAUI Assistant Instructor cer tification is a
highly recommended step in the progression to NAUI Instructor. The
Assistant Instructor must renew certification annually.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 27. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
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PE V32 - AIKIDO - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Aikido is a powerful mar tial art developed in Japan by Morihei
Veshiba. Through the study of principles and theory of ancient
fighting methods, Veshiba was able to develop a method of nonresistive
and noncompetitive technique. The practice of Aikido
includes warm-up and flexibility exercises, practical combative and
defensible techniques combined with an appreciation for formal
etiquette. Students will develop a greater understanding of the
relationship between mind, body and spirit that will help them deal
with both physical and mental conflict in a more positive way.
Field trips may be required. PE V32/CJ V11 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 32. Same as CJ
V11. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V33 - DEFENSIVE TACTICS: JU JUTSU - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This is a self-defense course for the peace officer and civilian.
The simplest, most effective methods for neutralizing and controlling
attackers/suspects are taught. Ju Jutsu techniques not requiring
upper body strength are the focal point of the course.
Field trips may be required. PE V33, V34/CJ V12A, V12B may be
taken in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 33.
Same as CJ V12A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor.
PE V34 - INTERMEDIATE JU JUTSU - 1-1.5 Units
Prerequisite: CJ V12A or PE V33
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This is an advanced self-defense course for people desiring to
develop intermediate skills in Ju Jutsu.
Field trips may be required. PE V33, V34/CJ V12A, V12B may be
taken in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 34.
Same as CJ V12B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor.
PE V35 - KARATE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Introduction to karate, a striking mar tial ar t form. Students will
learn basic stances, blocks, punches, strikes, kicks and will be
introduced to sparring. Students will learn strategies and tactics for
self-defense as well as sport karate.
Field trips may be required. PE V35 & V39 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V36 - WALKING TO RESTORE FITNESS - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
A course designed to provide exercise and fitness training for the
sedentary student population. Emphasis on cardiovascular conditioning
and muscle tone. Individualized; meets most rehabilitation needs.
Designed to prepare students for more strenuous physical activity.
Field trips may be required. PE V14, V15, V36 & V37 may be
taken in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 36.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor
PE V37 - RUNNING FOR FITNESS - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
An exercise program of relaxed running that will improve the level
of fitness of nearly everyone at any age level.
PE V14, V15, V36 & V37 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 37. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V28 - NAUI DIVEMASTER - 1-2 Units
Prerequisite: PE V26 or equivalent cer tification
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-3 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to train experienced and knowledgeable
divers to organize and conduct safe and enjoyable open water dives for
certified divers. The NAUI Divemaster rating is the highest NAUI leadership-
level certification with the exception of instructor. NAUI
Divemaster certification is a highly recommended step in the progression
to NAUI Instructor. The Divemaster must renew certification annually.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 28. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PE V29 - NAUI INSTRUCTOR PREPARATORY
COURSE (PREP) - 1-2 Units
Prerequisite: PE V27 or PE V28 or equivalent cer tification
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-3 laboratory weekly
The course includes both instruction and evaluation. Students
receive the information needed to prepare for NAUI Instructor training
and are given knowledge, water skill, and other performance
evaluation and critiques, to ensure that they are aware of their own
state of preparedness for entering such training. NAUI Assistant
Instructors and Divemasters planning to attend an Instructor Training
Course (ITC) are encouraged to complete a PREP course. Following
the completion of the PREP, the student will receive a written
summary of staff recommendations regarding readiness for instructor
training. It is the responsibility of the individual student to use this
and other knowledge gained in preparing to enter an ITC.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 29. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PE V30 - SCUBA: SPORT DIVING - 1 Unit
Prerequisite: basic cer tification card for SCUBA diving
Hours: .5 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course is designed for the diver who would like more
exposure to the activity of spor t diving in a controlled environment.
The course will introduce the diver to a variety of diving activities.
This course is for divers who: desire additional training; and/or
desire a diving orientation program for the Channel Islands; and do
not have, but wish to obtain, a specialty NAUI cer tification.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITIES/SPORTS
PE V31 - SELF-DEFENSE AND ASSAULT
PREVENTION - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Lecture and demonstration of practical self-defense, community
safety, and assault prevention. The course emphasizes methods and
techniques of defense against weapon assault.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 31. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
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PE V38 - TRIATHLON CONDITIONING - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ability to swim 500 yards in less than 12
minutes and run 2 miles in less than 18 minutes
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
To understand swimming, running, and bicycling techniques,
strategies, and safety. A special emphasis will be on improving
running, swimming and bike fitness for triathlon competition.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 38. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V39 - INTERMEDIATE KARATE - 1-1.5 Units
Prerequisite: PE V35 or 3 months of formal karate training
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Advanced skills in karate designed for karate students who want to
improve beyond basic karate skills.
Field trips may be required. PE V35 & V39 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V40 - CONDITIONING: CIRCUIT TRAINING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Circuit training is a system of exercise designed in a par ticular
sequence to meet a fitness goal. Students move from exercise station
to station completing the circuit in a specific amount of time. A
variety of circuits are used throughout the semester to meet a variety
of fitness goals. Limited lecture/discussion on strength development,
flexibility maintenance, body composition, weight loss, diet/
cholesterol, hear t disease risk factors and other parameters of
fitness.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 40. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V41 - WEIGHT TRAINING AND
CONDITIONING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
A course designed to increase the understanding of the principles
of muscular fitness and to develop and maintain a high level of
muscular fitness, muscle strength and endurance and flexibility.
Par ticipation in this course will improve body form and function
through conditioning exercises and increase muscular strength,
endurance and flexibility using the principles of resistive hyperkinetic
exercises. Emphasis will be placed on the utilization of the overload
principle and its relationship to muscle fitness.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 41. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V42 - POWER BODY BUILDING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
A weight training and conditioning course designed to build
strength, power, and bulk necessary for athletic competition.
Exercise will center on the development of upper body strength,
rehabilitation and strengthening of knee joints, and power lifting for
lower body. Emphasis will be placed on power lifting. The conditioning
phase will emphasize the development of agility, quickness,
coordination, balance and speed through the implementation of
competitive drills and routines.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 42. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V43 - AEROBIC AND STRENGTH TRAINING: CROSSTRAINING
FOR FITNESS - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Designed to meet the need for cardiorespiratory and strength
fitness in adults of all ages. Various modes of cardiorespiratory
(aerobic) exercises are emphasized in support of the cross-training
concept. Resistance training using fixed 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, fitness evaluation methodologies, and
nutrition education are included in lecture.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 43. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V44 - TAEKWONDO - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to Taekwondo, a defensive form of
mar tial ar ts. Students will learn the basic blocks, strikes, kicks, and
weapon self-defense techniques. Students will learn strategies and
techniques of self-defense.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V45 - BICYCLE CONDITIONING: SPINNING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to meet the needs for cardiorespiratory
and lower body strength and fitness for students of all ages.
Resistance training using different modes of bicycle resistance
training and varying degrees of intensity are used through the course.
Pre-exercise and post-exercise stretching, warm-up and cool-down
techniques will also be included as part of the experience.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V46 - CONDITIONING FOR WOMEN - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Designed to improve general condition, feeling, and appearance of
the body, including an understanding of the principles and effects of
different types of exercise: weight lifting, vigorous exercise, circuits,
and jogging and/or wogging (fast walking) for cardiovascular
efficiency.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 46. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V47 - AEROBIC CONDITIONING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Instruction and supervised training in exercises which target blood
circulation, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and
coordination. The emphasis is on the achievement of improved
cardiovascular fitness through a variety of exercise using musical,
rhythmic accompaniment. Jogging and walking may also be
included. Assistance in the development of individualized exercise
programs is also included.
PE V47 & V12 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of
4 times. Formerly PE 47. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations
- see counselor.
PE V48 - STEP AEROBICS - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Instruction and supervised practice of step aerobics. The
emphasis is on the achievement and maintenance of cardiovascular
conditioning while also improving other areas of physical fitness. An
adjustable step platform is used so that the class can accommodate
students with different fitness levels.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 48. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
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PE V56 - TENNIS: BEGINNING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Development of basic skills of tennis including basic strategy,
rules and techniques of playing tennis.
Field trips may be required. PE V56, V57 & V58 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 56. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V57 - TENNIS: INTERMEDIATE - 1-1.5 Units
Prerequisite: PE V56 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course will provide an introduction to intermediate techniques
of tennis. Special emphasis will be placed on the serves, volleys,
ground strokes, overheads, and lobs, including advanced strategies
of singles and doubles.
Field trips may be required. PE V56, V57 & V58 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 57. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V58 - TENNIS: ADVANCED - 1-1.5 Units
Prerequisite: PE V57 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Advanced techniques and theory of playing tennis including
strategy of tournament playing.
Field trips may be required. PE V56, V57 & V58 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 58. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V59 - TRACK AND FIELD - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Instruction and practice of track and field. Fundamentals include
techniques, strategies, and rules per taining to all aspects of track
and field.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 59. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
TEAM SPORTS
PE V61 - VOLLEYBALL: BEGINNING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Development of basic skills of volleyball including basic strategy,
rules and techniques of playing volleyball.
Field trips may be required. PE V61, V62, V63 & V65 may be
taken in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 61.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V62 - VOLLEYBALL: INTERMEDIATE - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V61 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Students will be introduced to the advanced techniques of
overhand serve, blockings and power spiking. Continuing development
of proper techniques is emphasized.
Field trips may be required. PE V61, V62, V63 & V65 may be
taken in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 62.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V63 - VOLLEYBALL: ADVANCED - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V62 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Students will continue developing proficiency of the advanced
techniques and strategies of power volleyball.
Field trips may be required. PE V61, V62, V63 & V65 may be
taken in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 63.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V49 - AEROBIC KICKBOXING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Instruction and supervised practice in aerobic boxing and
kickboxing exercises performed to music. Aerobic kickboxing will
improve fitness levels by increasing flexibility, muscle strength and
endurance, coordination, balance, and cardiovascular endurance.
Students will also learn some martial ar ts skills.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V50 - MOTORIZED CARDIOVASCULAR
TRAINING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of the basic concepts of motorized cardiovascular
training. Safety concepts of cardiovascular training, equipment
used and testing procedures are covered in the course.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3
times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V51 - BADMINTON - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Instruction for beginning players in the fundamentals of badminton
with emphasis on doubles and singles play.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 21. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V52 - BOWLING - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to help the student develop skills,
including rules, etiquette, safety and techniques of the game of
bowling. Class is conducted off campus. Students must provide their
own transportation.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 52. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PE V53 - GOLF - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to teach the fundamental skills of the
game of golf. The mental side of play, the shor t game skills and
understanding application of the rules of golf will be reviewed.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 53. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PE V54 - BALANCE AND BEYOND - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course introduces yoga techniques and pilates exercises for
the beginning student. Strength training with hand weights and bands
will also be used. The focus will be to improve balance skills as well
as improving strength and flexibility.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V55 - LIFE FITNESS - 1-2 Units
Hours: 2-4 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance,
strength and flexibility utilizing state-of-the-ar t equipment. The
course is designed to develop and encourage positive attitudes and
habits with regard to fitness. The course emphasizes the development
of specific muscle groups through the use of circuit activities,
weight training and a flexibility components.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
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PE V64 - SOFTBALL - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Fundamentals of softball with emphasis on skills, rules and
strategy. Competitive experience offered through class competition.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 64. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V65 - BEACH VOLLEYBALL - 1-1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V61 or intermediate volleyball skill
level
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Introduction to the game of beach volleyball. This course
emphasizes the acquisition of beach volleyball skills and fitness.
Field trips will be required. PE V61, V62, V63 & V65 may be taken
in any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V67 - SOCCER - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Development of skills in playing soccer, including rules, techniques,
and strategy.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 67. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V68 - DANCE PERFORMANCE FOR ATHLETIC
EVENTS - 2 Units
Hours: 4 lecture-laboratory weekly
A course designed to provide an opportunity to learn, understand
and practice the skills necessary for public per formance at a spor ts
event. This course requires public performances.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly DANC V20.
PE V69 - FOOTBALL - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
Football theory and application of that theory concerning the game
of football will be taught through practice, study, and testing of
techniques, mechanics, drills, video analysis and rules.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 69. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V70 - BASKETBALL - 1-2 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-3 laboratory weekly
To introduce the fundamentals of basketball; to teach the
techniques, rules, and skills of basketball. To transfer the skills of
basketball to a game-playing situation. Also an emphasis on
shooting, passing, and dribbling.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 70. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V71 - BASEBALL - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course is designed for the fundamental skills of baseball. The
pitching, defense and hitting skills will be covered. The mental par t
of the game and an understanding for the rules of the game will be
applied.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PE 71. Transfer
credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS
PE V76 - INTERCOLLEGIATE BASEBALL - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of baseball. This course is designed to
provide training for competition in intercollegiate baseball.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 76. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V78 - INTERCOLLEGIATE BASKETBALL:
MEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of basketball. This course is designed to
provide training for competition in intercollegiate basketball.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 78. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V79 - INTERCOLLEGIATE BASKETBALL:
WOMEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of basketball. This course is designed to
provide training for competition in intercollegiate basketball.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 79. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V80 - INTERCOLLEGIATE CROSS-COUNTRY:
MEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of cross-country running. This course is
designed to provide training for competition in intercollegiate crosscountry.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 80. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V81 - INTERCOLLEGIATE CROSS-COUNTRY:
WOMEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of cross-country running. This course is
designed to provide training for competition in intercollegiate crosscountry.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 81. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V82 - INTERCOLLEGIATE FOOTBALL - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of football. This course is designed to provide
training for competition in intercollegiate football.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 82. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V83 - INTERCOLLEGIATE SWIMMING AND DIVING:
MEN - 1-3 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V02 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of swimming and diving. This course is
designed to provide training for competition in intercollegiate
swimming.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE V88. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
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PE V94 - INTERCOLLEGIATE TRACK AND FIELD:
MEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of track and field for men. This course is
designed to provide training for competition in intercollegiate men’s
track and field.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 94. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V97 - INTERCOLLEGIATE VOLLEYBALL:
WOMEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of volleyball. This course is designed to
provide training for competition in intercollegiate volleyball.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 97. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V98 - INTERCOLLEGIATE WATER POLO:
MEN - 1-3 Units
Prerequisite: PE V02 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of water polo. This course is designed to
provide training for competition in intercollegiate water polo.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 98. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V99 - INTERCOLLEGIATE WATER POLO:
WOMEN -1-3 Units
Prerequisite: PE V02 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice in water polo. This course is designed to
provide training for competition in intercollegiate water polo.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 99. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
SPECIALIZED
PE V88 - PHYSICAL EDUCATION
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with same
title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
PE V89 - WORKSHOPS IN PHYSICAL
EDUCATION - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet the specific needs of the college and community,
as required and requested by persons whose needs in this area
are not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly PE 89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined
after admission.
PE V84 - INTERCOLLEGIATE GOLF - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of golf. This course is designed to provide
training for competition in intercollegiate golf.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 84. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V85 - INTERCOLLEGIATE SOCCER: WOMEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of soccer. This course is designed to provide
training for competition in intercollegiate women's soccer.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 85. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V86 - INTERCOLLEGIATE TRACK AND FIELD:
WOMEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of track and field. This course is designed to
provide training for competition in intercollegiate track and field.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE V95. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V87 - INTERCOLLEGIATE SOFTBALL:
WOMEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of fast pitch softball. This course is designed
to provide training for competition in intercollegiate women's softball.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 87. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V91 - INTERCOLLEGIATE SWIMMING AND DIVING:
WOMEN - 1-3 Units
Recommended preparation: PE V02 or equivalent skills
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of swimming and diving. This course is
designed to provide training for competition in intercollegiate
swimming.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 91. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V92 - INTERCOLLEGIATE TENNIS: MEN -1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of men's tennis. This course is designed to
provide training for competition in intercollegiate men's tennis.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 92. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
PE V93 - INTERCOLLEGIATE TENNIS: WOMEN - 1-3 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 2.5-9 laboratory weekly
Theory and practice of women's tennis. This course is designed to
provide training for competition in intercollegiate tennis.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. May be taken
for a maximum of 3 times. Formerly PE 93. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
Credit Courses - 223 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
PE V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN PHYSICAL
EDUCATION - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course is designed for students who are interested in
fur thering their skills and knowledge in physical education on an
independent study basis. Assignments may include: performance,
library, laboratory, and field work. Students are accepted only by a
written project proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly PE 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for
UC, determined after admission.
PE V95 - PHYSICAL EDUCATION INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This physical education internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor;
for UC, determined after admission.
PE V96 - PHYSICAL EDUCATION
INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This physical education internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor;
for UC, determined after admission.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 224 - Credit Courses
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
PHSC V01 - CONCEPTS IN PHYSICAL SCIENCE - 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V02 or 1 year high school geometry with grade of
C or better; and MATH V03 or 1 year of high school intermediate
algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Hours: 3 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This is an introductory course in physical science. It will focus
on principles, laws and concepts in physical science related to
physics and chemistry. Students will experience hands-on science,
focusing their efforts on modeling the processes involved in
scientific reasoning and experimentation—questioning; forming a
hypothesis; testing a hypothesis through experimentation. The course
will reflect current knowledge about science teaching and concept
development. The laboratory includes an introduction to microcomputer-
based data acquisition using probes and sensors connected to
physics and chemistry apparatus. These activities are closely
sequenced with the coursework. Students will investigate motion,
forces, energy, heat and temperature, momentum, electricity,
magnetism, light and spectra, acids and alkalis, reactions and rate,
and radioactivity.
Formerly PhySci 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
Credit Courses - 225 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
PHYSICS
PHYS V01 - ELEMENTARY PHYSICS - 5 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V01 or MATH V11B or 1 year of high school
beginning algebra; and MATH V02 or 1 year of high school geometry
with grades of C or better
Recommended preparation: MATH V05
Hours: 4 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is the study of mechanics, heat, sound, electricity,
modern physics, and light. The laboratory portion of the course
involves experiments in mechanics, wave motion, sound, electricity,
magnetism, optics, and radioactivity.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Phys 1-1L. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PHYS V02A - GENERAL PHYSICS I - 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V05 or the fourth year of high school mathematics
(advanced mathematics) with grade of C or better
Corequisite: PHYS V02AL
Recommended preparation: MATH V20; and PHSC V01 or PHYS V01
or high school physics
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course includes demonstration lectures, daily assignment of
problems in the areas of mechanics and properties of matter, wave
motion and sound, fluids, and heat and temperature.
Formerly Phys 2A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN PHYS 2 [with PHYS V02AL] or CAN PHYS
SEQ A [with PHYS V02AL+V02B+V02BL].
PHYS V02AL - GENERAL PHYSICS I LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: PHYS V02A
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This is a laboratory course in mechanics, wave motion, properties
of matter, heat, and temperature. Students will be introduced to stateof-
the-ar t computer-based data gathering and processing techniques
including spreadsheet analysis.
Formerly Phys 2AL. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PHYS 2 [with
PHYS V02A] or CAN PHYS SEQ A [with PHYS V02A+V02B+
V02BL].
PHYS V02B - GENERAL PHYSICS II - 4 Units
Prerequisite: PHYS V02A-V02AL with grades of C or better
Corequisite: PHYS V02BL
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course includes demonstration lectures and daily assignment
of problems in the areas of electricity and magnetism, light, and
modern physics.
Formerly Phys 2B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN PHYS 4 [with PHYS V02BL] or CAN PHYS
SEQ A [with PHYS V02A+V02AL+V02BL].
PHYS V02BL - GENERAL PHYSICS II LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: PHYS V02B
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This is a laboratory course in electricity, magnetism, optics,
atomic and nuclear physics.
Formerly Phys 2BL. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PHYS 4 [with
PHYS V02B] or CAN PHYS SEQ A [with PHYS V02A+V02AL+
V02B].
PHYS V03A - GENERAL PHYSICS I:
CALCULUS-BASED - 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V21A or MATH V46A with grade of C or better or
concurrent enrollment
Corequisite: PHYS V03AL
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course includes assignments of problems in the areas of
mechanics and properties of matter, wave motion and sound, and
heat and temperature.
Formerly Phys 3A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PHYS V03AL - GENERAL PHYSICS I LABORATORY:
CALCULUS-BASED - 1 Unit
Corequisite: PHYS V03A
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This is a laboratory course in mechanics, wave motion and sound,
proper ties of matter, heat, and temperature.
Formerly Phys 3AL. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
PHYS V03B - GENERAL PHYSICS II:
CALCULUS-BASED - 4 Units
Prerequisite: PHYS V03A-V03AL with grades of C or better
Corequisite: PHYS V03BL
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course includes demonstration lectures and daily assignments
of problems in the areas of electricity, magnetism, optics,
atomic and nuclear physics and modern physics.
Formerly Phys 3B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
PHYS V03BL - GENERAL PHYSICS II LABORATORY:
CALCULUS-BASED - 1 Unit
Corequisite: PHYS V03B
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This is a laboratory course in electricity, magnetism, optics,
atomic and nuclear physics, and modern physics.
Formerly Phys 3BL. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
PHYS V04 - MECHANICS - 4 Units
Prerequisite: PHYS V01 or high school physics with grade of C or
better; and MATH V21A with grade of C or better
Corequisite: PHYS V04L
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course includes demonstration lectures and problems in the
fundamentals of mechanics and proper ties of matter, with problems
in forces, motion and energy.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Phys 4. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN PHYS 8 [with PHYS
V04L] or CAN PHYS SEQ B [with PHYS V04L+V05+ V05L+
V06+V06L].
PHYS V04L - MECHANICS LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: PHYS V04
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
A computer-based course of laboratory experiments in mechanics.
Computers are interfaced with equipment for rapid data gathering and
processing. Spreadsheets are used for data analysis.
Formerly Phys 4L. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PHYS 8 [with
PHYS V04] or CAN PHYS SEQ B [with PHYS V04+V05+V05L+
V06+V06L].
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 226 - Credit Courses
PHYS V89 - WORKSHOPS IN PHYSICS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Phys 89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined
after admission.
PHYS V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN PHYSICS - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Phys 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
PHYS V05 - ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM - 4 Units
Prerequisite: PHYS V04-V04L with grades of C or better; and MATH
V21B with grade of C or better
Corequisite: PHYS V05L
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
In this course there will be demonstration lectures and problems in
the fundamentals of electricity, including fields, circuits, magnetism
and waves.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Phys 5. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN PHYS 12 [with PHYS
V05L] or CAN PHYS SEQ B [with PHYS V04+V04L+ V05L+
V06+V06L].
PHYS V05L - ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: PHYS V05
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course includes laboratory investigations in electricity, analog
and digital circuits, and electromagnetism. It also includes computerbased
simulations and spreadsheet analysis.
Formerly Phys 5L. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PHYS 12 [with
PHYS V05] or CAN PHYS SEQ B [with PHYS V04+V04L+V05+
V06+V06L].
PHYS V06 - OPTICS, HEAT AND MODERN
PHYSICS - 4 Units
Prerequisite: PHYS V04-V04L with grades of C or better; and MATH
V21C with grade of C or better or concurrent enrollment
Corequisite: PHYS V06L
Recommended preparation: PHYS V05-V05L
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
This course includes demonstration lectures and problems in the
fundamentals of physical optics, heat, atomic and nuclear physics,
relativity and quantum mechanics, with problems in flow and wave
phenomena.
Formerly Phys 6. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor. CAN PHYS 14 [with PHYS V06L] or CAN PHYS SEQ B
[with PHYS V04+V04L+V05+V05L+V06L].
PHYS V06L - OPTICS, HEAT AND MODERN PHYSICS
LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: PHYS V06
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course includes laboratory experiments in laser optics, heat,
spectroscopy, atomic and nuclear physics.
Formerly Phys 6L. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PHYS 14 [with
PHYS V06] or CAN PHYS SEQ B [with PHYS V04+V04L+V05+
V05L+V06].
PHYS V88 - PHYSICS WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
Credit Courses - 227 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
PHYSIOLOGY
PHSO V01 - INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN
PHYSIOLOGY - 5 Units
Prerequisite: CHEM V20-V20L or 1 year of high school chemistry
with grades of C or better
Recommended preparation: ANAT V01; BIOL V01-V01L or BIOL V04;
and CHEM V01A-V01AL or CHEM V21-V21L
Hours: 3 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
This course presents a survey of the functional relationships
between major organ systems, tissues and cells within the human
body. A heavy emphasis on the biochemistry of major physiological
mechanisms will lead to an understanding of the interactions
between tissues which contribute to overall homeostasis in the
human body. Laboratory exercises emphasize the development of
both laboratory skills per tinent to physiology as well as an understanding
of the nature and significance of a variety of physiological
parameters which will be measured in the lab (including EKG,
respiratory measurements, electromyogram, pH and buffers, enzyme
activity, and others). ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses and gloves are
required.
Formerly Physio 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN BIOL 12 or CAN BIOL SEQ B [with ANAT V01].
PHSO V01S - HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY STUDY
SESSION - .5-1 Units
Corequisite: PHSO V01
Hours: .5-1 lecture weekly
This course will give students oppor tunities to discuss and ask
questions about material covered in the lecture and laboratory.
Methods of taking notes and studying will be considered. The course
will enable students to better comprehend course material and thus
improve performance in the course.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree
credit.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 228 - Credit Courses
POLITICAL SCIENCE
POLS V01 - AMERICAN GOVERNMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course surveys the main characteristics, principles,
structures, processes, and procedures, and the historical background
of the American system of government at the national, California
state, and local levels.
Formerly PolSci 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN GOVT 2.
POLS V01S - AMERICAN GOVERNMENT STUDY
SESSION - 1 Unit
Corequisite: POLS V01
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course is designed to supplement and is to be taken
concurrently with American Government. The course will give
students an oppor tunity to review and discuss material covered in
lecture and in reading assignments and will assist students in
developing learning skills in note taking, reading, paper writing, and
use of the library and other learning resources. The course will
enable students to better comprehend and respond to the course
material and thus improve performance.
Field trips may be required. Formerly PolSci 1S. Offered on a
credit/no credit basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
POLS V02 - COMPARATIVE GOVERNMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course compares the origins and development of selected
governments of the world, including their constitutional principles,
political ideologies, institutions, par ties, and social policies.
Formerly PolSci 2. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
POLS V03 - INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL
SCIENCE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course introduces students to the field of political science,
focusing on the interaction between political ideologies, international
relations and American history and institutions. Constitutional
principles--especially the evolution of relations between national,
state, and local governments--will be analyzed as they have
developed historically and with reference to America’s changing role
in world affairs. Concepts of law, justice, democracy, liber ty, social
welfare, and national security will be discussed as they relate to
American history and institutions. The course includes a study of the
California constitution and California institutions in a changing global
environment.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
POLS V04 - INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL
THEORY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course traces the development of key concepts in political
theory, such as justice, democracy, liber ty, equality and order over
the course of Western history. Beginning with Plato and Aristotle, the
course traces the evolution of key political concepts through a series
of thinkers, including Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau and
Madison. The course also introduces students to some contemporary
authors, including feminist and environmental thinkers.
Field trips may be required. Formerly PolSci 6. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
POLS V05 - INTRODUCTION TO INTERNATIONAL
RELATIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course presents an inquiry into the field of international
relations where nations interact officially and unofficially in a
condition of war, peace and change. Emphasis will be placed on the
universal competition for power, crisis management, war, peace,
arms control, disarmament and the various endeavors intended to
bring about world peace and cooperation.
Formerly PolSci 5. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
POLS V08 - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: POLS V01
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the
principles and trends in public administration. The course will cover
the decision making process in public sector organizations. Several
recent public policy decisions will also be analyzed.
Field trips may be required. Formerly PolSci 8. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
POLS V09 - UNITED STATES - MEXICO
RELATIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course examines a series of bilateral issues relating to the
United States and Mexico, including economic integration (especially
NAFTA), immigration, naturalization, the environment, human rights,
crime and drugs. Diverse approaches to solve these problems are
explored, including domestic policy changes in the two countries as
well as bilateral cooperation in resolving trade, environmental, labor,
and other issues. The implications of these issues for the political
systems of both countries will also be explored.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
POLS V10 - THE UNITED NATIONS AND WORLD
AFFAIRS - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: POLS V01
Hours: 3 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course analyzes the role of international organizations and
their role in world affairs. Focusing on the role of the United Nations,
the course examines the history of attempts by international
organizations to mediate conflicts between nation-states. The role of
the United Nations as a standard-setter for international human rights
and collective security is examined in detail. Theoretical models of
international relations, such as liberalism and realism, are examined
as a way to interpret how international organizations actually operate
in world affairs. Students will par ticipate in Model United Nations
conferences as part of the laboratory section of this course.
Field trips will be required. Formerly POLS V06 & V07. Transfer
credit: CSU.
POLS V11 - GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS OF
MEXICO - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course examines contemporary Mexican politics within an
historical context. Different interpretations are contrasted to explain
Mexico's historical and political development, especially the Mexican
revolution and its aftermath. The nature of Mexican political
institutions, economic policies, and current U.S.-Mexico relations
will be examined from different perspectives.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
Credit Courses - 229 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
POLS V14 - GLOBAL STUDIES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will examine the contemporary political, economic,
social and environmental conditions in the world from a global
perspective. The course will star t by reviewing the present threats to
human posterity and/or prosperity resulting from nuclear, biological,
chemical and conventional weapons as well as ecological, social and
economic conditions and ongoing changes. After discussing and
appraising the present systems of world order and globalization of
the economy, the course will explore possible approaches through
which such problems can be addressed. The course will conclude by
appraising the relevance of different levels of analysis for handling
these problems.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
POLS V15 - REVOLUTION IN THE THIRD WORLD - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: POLS V05
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Although their special circumstances make Third World countries
especially prone to revolutionary change, such change usually
affects much more than the internal composition of forces in the
revolutionary state. As especially demonstrated by the Russian,
Chinese and Iranian revolutions during the twentieth century,
international and regional balances of power may be challenged and
international peace and security may also be seriously affected, as a
result. Consequently, an in-depth understanding of the phenomenon
of revolution becomes inevitable for policymakers in underdeveloped
and developed countries alike.
Formerly POLS V60A. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
POLS V16 - GOVERNMENT AND THE ECONOMY - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ECON V01A and POLS V01
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course introduces the student to major theories explaining the
rationale for government involvement in the economy, as well as an
appraisal of these theories. The course begins with an analysis of
conceptual and historical perspectives of government involvement
followed by constitutional, legal, normative, ideological, and
analytical perspectives. Subsequently, the course explores and
evaluates the different approaches through which the government
attempts to affect the economy.
Formerly POLS V60B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
POLS V60A-Z - TOPICS IN POLITICAL
SCIENCE - .5-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by the other
political science offerings. Examples of topics to be offered from
time to time include: United Nations, third world politics, public
administration.
Field trips may be required. Formerly PolSci 60A-Z. Transfer
credit: determined by transfer institution.
POLS V60C - LECTURES IN INTERNATIONAL AND GLOBAL
STUDIES - .5 Unit
Hours: .5 lecture weekly
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to state-ofthe-
ar t knowledge in many disciplines related to international and
global studies by attending lectures presented by top level experts on
these subjects.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Transfer credit: CSU;
credit limitations - see counselor.
POLS V88 - POLITICAL SCIENCE
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
POLS V89 - WORKSHOPS IN POLITICAL
SCIENCE - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly PolSci
89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
POLS V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN POLITICAL
SCIENCE - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly PolSci 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
POLS V95 - POLITICAL SCIENCE INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This political science internship offers students who are volunteers
(unpaid) an oppor tunity to obtain work experience in their field
of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a
designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an
approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Formerly PolSci 95. Transfer
credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor; for UC, determined
after admission.
POLS V96 - POLITICAL SCIENCE
INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This political science internship offers students who are employed
in the field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience related to
their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance
of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit
limitations - see counselor; for UC, determined after admission.
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PSYCHOLOGY
PSY V01 - INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an overview of current theories and research
in the areas of heredity and environment, learning, sensation and
perception, intellect and cognition, language, memory, personality,
sexuality, human development, abnormal psychology and therapy.
Emphasis will be placed on studying behavior within a scientific
framework.
Formerly Psych 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PSY 2.
PSY V02 - PERSONAL GROWTH AND SOCIAL
AWARENESS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an introduction to theory, research, and
practical application relevant to personal fulfillment, human
relationships, and social functioning. Topics which will be studied
are personality development; traditional and changing sex roles;
intimate relationships; stress and stress management; personal and
social achievement; and normal and abnormal reactions to modern
society. Emphasis will be placed on recognizing typical patterns of
personality development, with some attention given to fostering selfactualization
and social contributions, while preventing deviant
patterns.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Psych 2. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
PSY V03 - INTRODUCTION TO PHYSIOLOGICAL
PSYCHOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an overview of basic psychological concepts
from the perspective of brain-behavior research. The course
emphasizes the anatomy and physiology of the central nervous
system, and their relationship to states of consciousness, drug use,
biological drives, emotions, sexuality, memory, speech and language,
brain pathology and mental disorders.
Formerly Psych 3. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PSY 10.
PSY V04 - INTRODUCTORY STATISTICS FOR THE SOCIAL
AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES - 4 Units
Prerequisite: MATH V03 or 1 year of high school intermediate
algebra (Algebra II) with grade of C or better
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 4 lecture weekly
An introduction to the basic concepts of descriptive and inferential
statistics which provides conceptual understanding of the applications
of statistics in research, as well as in the social sciences and
the related fields of business, education and health care. Areas of
study include: descriptive procedures; probability and binomial
distributions; correlation and regression; normal
distribution; sampling distribution; central limit theorem; sample size
calculations; hypothesis testing using interval estimation, z-test,
significance testing of correlations, one- and two-sample t-tests,
ANOVA, chi-square and other nonparametric techniques; and critical
analyses of research designs. This course also provides supervised
computer practice designed to assist students in data preparation
including tables and graphical representations, statistical computations,
and data analysis. No prior computer experience is necessary.
Students will interpret computerized results and apply them in
generating conclusions, to be submitted in the form of written
repor ts.
Formerly Psych 4. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor. CAN PSY 6.
PSY V04S - INTRODUCTORY STATISTICS FOR THE SOCIAL
AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES DISCUSSION
SESSION - 1 Unit
Corequisite: PSY V04
Hours: 1 lecture weekly
This course is a discussion session to be taken concurrently with
introductory statistics for the social and behavioral sciences. It
provides an opportunity for better understanding of concepts learned
in introductory statistics through additional practice and discussion
of statistical procedures and their applications to research and
hypothesis testing.
Formerly Psych 4S. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only. Not
applicable for degree credit.
PSY V05 - INTRODUCTION TO DEVELOPMENTAL
PSYCHOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides an overview of human development
throughout the entire lifespan. Current theories and research in the
areas of heredity and environment, emotion, intellect and cognition,
language, socialization, personality, sexuality, maturation, and
gerontology will be studied. Emphasis will be placed on identifying
and encouraging normal development, with some attention given to
recognizing and preventing deviant patterns.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Psych 5. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
PSY V07 - INTRODUCTION TO EXPERIMENTAL
PSYCHOLOGY - 3 Units
Prerequisite: PSY V01 and PSY V04
Corequisite: PSY V07L
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course introduces basic concepts, issues, and principles of
scientific research as they apply to behavior and psychological
processes. Strategies involved in searching the psychological
literature will be presented to assist students in developing a
research hypothesis. Ethical issues relevant to conducting research
in psychology will also be discussed. Students will design an
experiment using appropriate research methodology, with emphasis
on the scientific method, rather than correlational or observational
studies. Experimental data will be analyzed using appropriate
parametric or nonparametric statistical tests to guide in making
decisions regarding the experimental hypothesis. Students will write
a research report following APA guidelines and format.
Formerly Psych 7. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PSY 8 [with
PSY V07L].
PSY V07L - INTRODUCTION TO EXPERIMENTAL
PSYCHOLOGY LABORATORY - 1 Unit
Corequisite: PSY V07
Hours: 3 laboratory weekly
This course provides a laboratory adjunct to experimental
psychology. Class experiments will be performed to provide students
with practice and demonstration of scientific methodology and
controlled procedure through the use of appropriate instrumentation.
Class experiments will be selected from the following topics:
psychophysics, sensation, perception, cognition, learning, memory,
psycholinguistics, levels of consciousness, social psychology,
human factor psychology, and other behaviors that can be investigated
through scientific inquiry. As a final project, students will
design and conduct an experiment, statistically analyze data through
the use of computers, and generate appropriate conclusions.
Students will write a research repor t following APA guidelines and
will present the results of the experiment to the class in the form of
an oral presentation.
Formerly Psych 7L. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN PSY 8 [with
PSY V07].
Credit Courses - 231 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
PSY V15 - INTRODUCTION TO ABNORMAL
PSYCHOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course focuses on the major forms and causes of behavior
defined as deviant or abnormal. Diagnostic and therapeutic treatment
strategies are examined, as well as the various theories currently
used to explain abnormal behavior and mental illness.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Psych 15. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
PSY V25 - PSYCHOLOGY OF HUMAN SEXUALITY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will emphasize both the psychobiological and
sociological aspects of human sexual behavior. The role of sex within
a relationship will be explored, as well as sexual attitudes, lifestyles,
and changing social roles. Course material will be presented in an
explicit, open, scientific, and thoughtful manner.
Formerly Psych 25. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
PSY V29 - INTRODUCTION TO PERSONALITY
PSYCHOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a comprehensive study of the concept of personality.
The nature and development of personality is examined.
Emphasis is placed on the current research, techniques of assessment,
theories, and theorists of personality, including Freud, Jung,
Rogers and Maslow.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Psych 29. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
PSY V30 - MULTICULTURAL PSYCHOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course focuses on multicultural issues and their influence on
individual and group behavior. It explores how traditions and social
customs shape the development of the individual's behavior,
cognition, motivation, emotion, gender roles, personality, and moral
judgments across the lifespan. It examines how family, work,
religion, language, ar tistic expression, rituals, and clothing function
as symbols of cultural identity. Cross-cultural comparisons of various
psychological phenomena are reviewed, documenting similarities and
differences across cultures in human behavior in an attempt to
search for mediators of these differences. Topics of discussion
include diversity in an increasingly pluralistic society and intercultural
relations among African Americans, Hispanics, Asian Americans,
Native Americans and other cultural groups, with the option of
focusing on a par ticular culture in any given semester.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Psych 30. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
PSY V31 - INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL
PSYCHOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is concerned with the scientific study of social
psychology and related theories. The course focuses on how the
individual affects and is affected by other people in society, and how
society influences human behavior as well as the individual's
psychological process (i.e. attitudes, beliefs, self-concept).
Field trips may be required. Formerly Psych 31. Same as SOC
V31. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
PSY V88 - PSYCHOLOGY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
PSY V89 - WORKSHOPS IN PSYCHOLOGY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Psych
89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
PSY V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN
PSYCHOLOGY - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly Psych 90. Transfer credit: CSU;
for UC, determined after admission.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 232 - Credit Courses
READING
READ V01 - COLLEGE-LEVEL READING FOR CRITICAL
ANALYSIS - 3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: READ V02A or appropriate reading skills
as measured by the college assessment process
Hours: 3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course is a college-level reading course designed to help students
improve their reading comprehension and ability to do critical
analysis. They will develop advanced vocabulary skills and improve
their reading speed and comprehension in assignments involving
lengthy and difficult college-level texts and scholarly ar ticles.
Formerly Read 1. Transfer credit: CSU.
READ V02A - ACADEMIC READING - 3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V33 or READ V03 or appropriate
reading skills as measured by the college assessment process
Hours: 3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This is a college-level reading course which is designed to help
students improve their reading comprehension across the disciplines.
They will develop content area and individualized vocabulary and
learn to identify and distinguish between literal and implied thesis
statements and supporting details in complex ar ticles and expository
essays of medium length. They will also read, summarize, paraphrase
and analyze such expository passages.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly READ V02.
READ V02B - READING MULTICULTURAL
LITERATURE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V33 or READ V03 or appropriate
reading skills as measured by the college assessment process
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a survey of multicultural literature which focuses on
reading, understanding and writing about the genres of poetry, shor t
fiction and drama. This course is designed to help students improve
their understanding of the elements of each of the genres and the
social and historical and cultural contexts which contribute to the
works. Students will learn to read, summarize, and analyze literary
works from a variety of cultural groups. They will also learn to do
literary research.
Same as AES V30 & ENGL V02B.
READ V03 - INTERMEDIATE READING COMPREHENSION
AND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION - 3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V34 or READ V04 or appropriate
reading skills as measured by the college assessment process
Hours: 3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This is an intermediate-level reading course which is designed to
help students improve their reading comprehension at the level of the
short essay. They will individually develop their vocabularies and
learn to identify literal and implied main ideas and supporting details
at the level of the short essay. They will also read, summarize,
paraphrase and analyze short simple expository passages.
May be taken for a maximum of 2 times. Same as ESL V33. Not
applicable for degree credit.
READ V04 - BEGINNING READING
COMPREHENSION - 3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: appropriate reading skills as measured
by the college assessment process
Hours: 3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This is a beginning-level reading comprehension course intended
as a bridge for students from English as a Second Language, the
Educational Assistance Center, or into the college. It is designed to
help students develop reading comprehension at the paragraph level
and to develop a functional academic vocabulary.
READ V04/ESL V34 may be taken in any combination for a
maximum of 2 times. Formerly Read 4. Same as ESL V34. Not
applicable for degree credit.
READ V10 - INDIVIDUALIZED READING - 1 Unit
Hours: .75 lecture, .75 laboratory weekly
This course is designed for students who want to improve their
reading in areas such as reading speed, comprehension, spelling,
vocabulary, and study skills. After appropriate diagnosis and discussion
with the instructor, student will begin work in specific skill areas.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Read 10.
Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
READ V88 - READING WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet the specific needs of the college and community,
as required and requested by persons whose needs in this area
are not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly READ
V89.
Credit Courses - 233 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
REAL ESTATE
RE V01 - REAL ESTATE PRINCIPLES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a practical study of the economic aspects and the
fundamental laws and principles of real estate, designed to acquaint
the student with the basic premises needed for a real estate license
or for better management of the student’s personal investments. It is
especially intended as a background course and a prerequisite for
specialized real estate courses. Licensed real estate salespersons
will be exempt.
Formerly RE 1. Transfer credit: CSU.
RE V88 - REAL ESTATE WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly RE V89.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 234 - Credit Courses
RECREATION
REC V40 - INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY
RECREATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Introduction to community recreation to include development,
evolution of leisure and recreation; organization of recreation, forces
affecting recreation, and administration, financing and facilities in
recreation. Par ticular emphasis on the significance of interrelationships
of agencies and institutions serving the community recreation
needs, and differences in philosophical approaches.
Formerly Rec 40. Transfer credit: CSU. CAN REC 2.
REC V41 - INTRODUCTION TO THE
BACKCOUNTRY - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
Introduction to safe backcountry camping and travel, including but
not limited to leave-no-trace ethics, equipment choices and use, first
aid and safety, clothing, meal preparation and planning, emergency
preparation and prevention, site selection, map and compass skills,
trip planning, survival skills, leadership and rescue skills, environmental
awareness and management skills.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Rec 41. Transfer credit: CSU. CAN REC 6.
REC V42 - RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS AND
LEADERSHIP - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Principles and practice of effective leadership techniques for
various recreation groups. A study of the philosophies, organization,
promotion and leadership of various types of recreation programs,
agencies, organizations with emphasis on program services
familiarization.
Formerly Rec 42. Transfer credit: CSU. CAN REC 4.
Credit Courses - 235 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
SIGN LANGUAGE
SL V10A - AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE:
BEGINNING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An introductory course to American Sign Language, the native
language of the deaf. This course includes instruction in the basic
language structure, manual signs, fingerspelling, grammar and
culture required for simple manual communication with members of
the deaf community.
Field trips may be required. Formerly SL 10A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
SL V10B - AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE:
INTERMEDIATE - 3 Units
Prerequisite: SL V10A or 2 years of high school ASL or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course in American Sign Language includes instruction in the
language structure, manual signs, fingerspelling, vocabulary, syntax,
grammar and culture required for more complex manual communication
with members of the deaf community.
Field trips may be required. Formerly SL 10B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
SL V10C - AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE:
ADVANCED - 3 Units
Prerequisite: SL V10B or 3 years of high school ASL or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course in American Sign Language emphasizes conversational
fluency in ASL through intensive work on comprehensive skills,
grammatical structure, conceptual accuracy and translation of
English idioms to American Sign Language. Students will discuss
various aspects of deaf culture and the dynamics of the deaf
community.
Field trips may be required. Formerly SL 10C. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
SL V88 - SIGN LANGUAGE WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
SL V89 - WORKSHOPS IN SIGN LANGUAGE - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly SL 89.
Transfer credit: CSU.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 236 - Credit Courses
SOC V07 - SOCIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: SOC V01 or SOC V02
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course offers an overview of how sociologists make
systematic observations of the social world. The methods used in
conducting social science research, from hypothesis development to
analysis of collected data, will be presented. Students will actively
par ticipate in conducting studies which focus on current social
issues.
Formerly Soc 7. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN SOC 8.
SOC V10A - INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course deals with the study of crime in all of its various
aspects - origins, theories, types of crimes, and individual and group
criminal acts. Societal reactions to crime - the police, cour ts, penal
systems, and the role of public policy - are also surveyed. Emphasis
is placed upon the motivational and behavioral factors in the criminal
act, values and life-style.
Formerly SOC V60A. Transfer credit: CSU.
SOC V10B - SOCIOLOGY OF CRIMINAL CASE
STUDIES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course focuses on specific, selected aspects of crime,
criminal motivation and behavior, and societal reaction to crime.
Topics covered include organized crime, environmental crime, serial
killers, sexual criminals, street gangs, vigilantism, and landmark
legal cases.
Formerly SOC V60B. Transfer credit: CSU.
SOC V24 - SOCIOLOGY OF THE CHICANO
COMMUNITY - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: AES V20 or CHST V01 or SOC V01
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will examine various theoretical perspectives from a
sociological framework in relation to the Chicano community. Race,
class, gender and culture in the historical development of Chicano
people will be explored as we discuss culture, ethnic identity, the
institutions of education, economics, family and government. This
will include an overview of past and current social movements (i.e.
the Chicano, Chicana Feminism, labor movements and other topics).
The course will analyze prevailing myths and stereotypes and
investigate the ways Chicanos have contributed and participated in
social and political change. Also, specific instances of Chicano
structural resistance to Anglo encroachment and domination will be
discussed. Par ticular attention will also be given to language
development among Chicanos and the historical role of youth.
Field trips may be required. Same as AES V24 & CHST V24.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
SOC V31 - INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL
PSYCHOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is concerned with the scientific study of social
psychology and related theories. The course focuses on how the
individual affects and is affected by other people in society, and how
society influences human behavior as well as the individual's
psychological process (i.e. attitudes, beliefs, self-concepts).
Field trips may be required. Formerly Soc 31. Same as PSY V31.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
SOCIOLOGY
SOC V01 - INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course examines human social behavior in groups in relation
to the wider social forces which influence that behavior, such as:
socioeconomic status, gender, race/ethnicity, and age. Theoretical
perspectives as well as scientific methodology are utilized to explore
culture, social interaction, social organizations, socialization, social
institutions, population dynamics and social change.
Formerly Soc 1. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN SOC 2.
SOC V02 - SOCIAL PROBLEMS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will examine current American social problems, such
as: health care; crime; substance abuse; domestic violence; AIDS;
the environment; and the inequalities of race, sex, age, education and
social class. Analysis of factors leading to their emergence, their
consequences and proposals for solving these problems will be
discussed. Students will be offered the opportunity to do volunteer
work with public and private agencies working in the covered
problem areas.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Soc 2. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN SOC 4.
SOC V03 - RACIAL AND ETHNIC GROUP
RELATIONS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course analyzes the patterns of prejudice and discrimination
in the United States including their nature, sources, and consequences,
and reviews strategies for their reduction. Majority/minority
relations among the major social and cultural groups will be given
specific examination.
Formerly Soc 3. Same as AES V11. Transfer credit: CSU; UC;
credit limitations - see counselor.
SOC V04 - SOCIOLOGY OF GENDER ROLES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course offers an examination of gender role socialization
through the life course. Various theories will be utilized in an effort to
explain the influence of the major agents of socialization (parents,
peers, education and the media) on the formation of gender roles.
The effect gender has in the family, education and the work
environment will be examined through both a multicultural and global
perspective.
Formerly Soc 4. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
SOC V05 - THE CHANGING FAMILY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course examines the changing definitions of what comprises
a family within a multicultural American society. The course analyzes
the concepts of commitment, love, and intimacy found in human
relationships, and explains their impor tance to forming lasting
par tnerships. Controversial issues involving marriage, divorce,
singlehood, dating and parenting are discussed. Diversity of function
and form is central to understanding the contemporary family from a
sociological perspective.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
Credit Courses - 237 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
SOC V50 - INTRODUCTION TO SOCIAL WORK: SOCIAL
WELFARE INSTITUTIONS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: SOC V02
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Provides a general understanding of social work and social welfare
practice. Provides analysis of current functions and purposes of
social welfare as an institution. Examines historical and philosophical
perspectives of social work practice within the context of cultural,
political, economic, psychological and social forces.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
SOC V51 - BASIC SKILLS IN SOCIAL WORK
METHODS I - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: SOC V50
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Introduces students to theoretical perspectives of social work
practices, ethics and skills. Includes application of knowledge related
to gender, race, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class and
ability. Students learn basic theories and methodologies in interviewing,
counseling and case management skills.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
SOC V52 - BASIC SKILLS IN SOCIAL WORK
METHODS II - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: SOC V50
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Explores in depth the beginning dimensions of social work
practices from a systems perspective. The role of values, ethics and
ethical decision making are examined as students learn theories and
methodologies involved in group dynamics, problem solving and
crisis intervention.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU.
SOC V60A-Z - TOPICS IN SOCIOLOGY - 1-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by the other
sociology offerings. Examples of topics to be offered from time to
time include: social movements, society and changing values;
American television.
Formerly Soc 60A-Z. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
SOC V88 - SOCIOLOGY WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
SOC V89 - WORKSHOPS IN SOCIOLOGY - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Soc 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
SOC V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN SOCIOLOGY - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students with
intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in the
regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Soc 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
SOC V95 - SOCIOLOGY VOLUNTEER
INTERNSHIP - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This sociology internship offers the students who are volunteers
(unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience in their field of
study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a
designed faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an
approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work
experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor; for
UC, determined after admission.
SOC V96 - SOCIOLOGY WORK EXPERIENCE
INTERNSHIP - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This sociology internship course offers students who are employed
in the field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience related to
their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance
of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work
experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit basis
only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor; for
UC, determined after admission.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 238 - Credit Courses
SPANISH
SPAN V01 - ELEMENTARY SPANISH I - 5 Units
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This course is part of a sequence designed to provide introductory
experiences in pronunciation, aural comprehension, oral and written
communication, word usage and vocabulary, reading of prose and
elementary principles of grammar. Special emphasis is given to
development of oral and aural skills by use of the language laboratory.
Cultural material is presented to develop interest, understanding
and appreciation for the lifestyle of the Hispanic people. A student
receiving credit in SPAN V01 will not receive credit in SPAN V10AV10B.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Span 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN SPAN 2 or CAN SPAN
SEQ A [with SPAN V02].
SPAN V02 - ELEMENTARY SPANISH II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: SPAN V01 or SPAN V10B or 2 years of high school
Spanish or equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to provide the student with fur ther skill
development in pronunciation, aural comprehension, oral and written
communication, word usage and vocabulary, reading of prose and
elementary principles of grammar. Use of language laboratory is
required in order to continue the development of oral and aural skills
in the language. More advanced cultural material is presented to
fur ther develop the interest, knowledge and appreciation for the
peoples of the Spanish-speaking world.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Span 2. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN SPAN 4 or CAN SPAN
SEQ A [with SPAN V01].
SPAN V03 - INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I - 5 Units
Prerequisite: SPAN V02 or 3 years of high school Spanish or
equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This course will include a complete review of Spanish grammar
and syntax, training in oral and written expression with reading and
discussion of selected pieces from literature and other sources. A
student receiving credit in SPAN V03 will not receive credit in SPAN
V03S.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Span 3. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN SPAN 8 or CAN SPAN
SEQ B [with SPAN V04].
SPAN V03S - SPANISH HERITAGE LANGUAGE I - 5 Units
Recommended preparation: SPAN V02 or 3 years of high school
Spanish or equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to refine Spanish language skills in
pronunciation, comprehension, oral and written communication, word
usage and vocabulary, reading and principles of grammar. Special
emphasis is given to the development of literacy skills (reading and
writing) through reading and discussing Spanish prose and poetry
and through critical and creative writing activities. Use of the
language laboratory is required to continue the development of
comprehension and production skills in Spanish. Comparative
linguistic and cultural materials and activities are provided to develop
understanding and appreciation for the linguistic and cultural
diversity of Spanish speakers. A student receiving credit in SPAN
V03S will not receive credit in SPAN V03.
Field trips may be required. Formerly SPAN V05S. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
SPAN V04 - INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: SPAN V03 or equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This course includes fur ther study of grammatical principles with
special emphasis on building communicative skills in Spanish.
Reading and discussion of essays, periodicals, short stories, drama
and poetry used to increase vocabulary, fluency and cultural
understanding. A student receiving credit in SPAN V04 will not
receive credit in SPAN V04S
Field trips may be required. Formerly Span 4. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN SPAN 10 or CAN SPAN
SEQ B [with SPAN V03].
SPAN V04S - SPANISH HERITAGE LANGUAGE II - 5 Units
Prerequisite: SPAN V03S or equivalent
Hours: 5 lecture, 1 laboratory weekly
This course is designed to refine the development of Spanish
language skills in comprehension, oral and written expression, word
usage and vocabulary development through reading, writing, review
and application of essential principles of grammar. Special emphasis
is given to the development of literacy skills (reading and writing) by
reading and discussing Spanish prose and poetry and through critical
and creative writing activities. Use of the language laboratory is
required to continue the development of comprehension and
production skills in Spanish. Comparative linguistic and cultural
materials and activities are provided to develop understanding and
appreciation for the linguistic and cultural diversity of Spanish
speakers. A student receiving credit in SPAN V04S will not receive
credit in SPAN V04.
Field trips may be required. Formerly SPAN V06S. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
SPAN V10A - FUNDAMENTALS OF SPANISH IA - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is the first par t of a two-semester sequence designed
to develop reception and production skills in “everyday” Spanish.
Special emphasis is given to enhancing the student’s skill to
comprehend Spanish as spoken by native speakers through class
activities and through the use of the language laboratory and other
media. Cultural information is presented in meaningful “real-life”
contexts to develop understanding and appreciation for the lifestyle of
Hispanic people. Students who receive credit in both SPAN V10A and
V10B will not receive credit in SPAN V01.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Span 10A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
SPAN V10B - FUNDAMENTALS OF SPANISH IB - 3 Units
Prerequisite: SPAN V10A or 1 year of high school Spanish or
equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is the second part of a two-semester sequence
designed to continue the development of reception and production
skills in “everyday” Spanish. Special emphasis is given to continue
the enhancement of the student’s ability to comprehend Spanish as
spoken by native speakers through class activities and the use of the
language laboratory and other media. Cultural information is
presented in meaningful “real-life” contexts through readings in
Spanish to develop understanding and appreciation of the lifestyles of
Hispanic people. Students who receive credit in both SPAN V10A and
V10B will not receive credit in SPAN V01.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Span 10B. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
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SPAN V20 - HISPANIC LITERATURE IN
TRANSLATION - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to introduce the student to impor tant
novels, short stories, drama, poetry and essays from Latin America
translated into English. Special emphasis will be given to contemporary
authors. Discussion will concentrate on developing an understanding
and appreciation for the essential qualities of the selected
authors and their literary work; the literary trends and stylistic
tendencies reflected in their work; and the manner and extent to
which their literary work reflects the Latin American ethos.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Span 20. Same as AES V31.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
SPAN V51A - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
SPANISH I - 3 Units
Prerequisite: SPAN V01 or SPAN V10B or 2 years of high school
Spanish or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the student with some knowledge of
Spanish further oppor tunity to practice the language through
conversation, role-playing and other activities in Spanish. The course
will be conducted entirely in Spanish.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Span 51A. Transfer credit:
CSU.
SPAN V51B - SITUATIONAL CONVERSATION IN
SPANISH II - 3 Units
Prerequisite: SPAN V02 or SPAN V51A or 3 years of high school
Spanish or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed to give the student with some knowledge of
Spanish additional oral practice in the language through conversation,
discussion groups, role-playing, and other activities in Spanish.
The course will be conducted entirely in Spanish.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Span 51B. Transfer credit:
CSU.
SPAN V70 - SPANISH FOR MEDICAL PERSONNEL - 3 Units
Prerequisite: SPAN V01 or SPAN V10B or 2 years of high school
Spanish or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Designed to meet specific needs of those in the medical field.
Students will gain conversational fluency based on themes relating to
patient illness, interviews, individual job requirements.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Span 70. Transfer credit: CSU.
SPAN V71 - HISPANIC CULTURE AND HISTORY IN
FILM - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a survey of Spanish, Latin American and U.S.
Latino films that depict the culture and history of Spain, Latin
America and Hispanic communities in the U.S. All films are in
Spanish with English subtitles. Prior to viewing each film, students
will study the historical, geographical and cultural elements that
define the setting, plot and characterization of each work. The
political and artistic tendencies of Latin America, Spanish and
Hispanic American producers will also be discussed in relation to
their films.
Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
SPAN V75 - SPANISH FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT - 3 Units
Prerequisite: SPAN V01 or SPAN V10B or 2 years high school
Spanish or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Designed to meet specific needs of those in law enforcement.
Students will gain conversational fluency based on themes relating to
repor t-taking, arrest procedures, individual job requirements.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Span 75. Transfer credit: CSU.
SPAN V79 - SPANISH FOR TEACHING
PERSONNEL - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to assist K-12 classroom teachers to
communicate with Spanish-speaking students and parents. Through
classroom activities, readings and role-playing, students will learn
appropriate vocabulary, expressions and communication skills in
order to more effectively relate to limited and non-English speaking
students and parents. In addition, cultural attitudes and customs will
be discussed as they relate to the education of Hispanic children.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Span 79. Transfer credit:
CSU.
SPAN V80 - CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
An introduction to oral communication in Spanish. Emphasis is on
listening, comprehension and speaking through vocabulary development
and formulaic expressions such as greetings, introductions,
describing family members and daily activities. Role-playing and
other communicative tasks will be used to facilitate language
learning.
SPAN V88 - SPANISH WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
SPAN V89 - WORKSHOPS IN SPANISH - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Span 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
SPAN V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN SPANISH - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Span 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
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SPEECH
SPCH V01 - INTRODUCTION TO SPEECH
COMMUNICATION - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Training and practice in effective oral communication through
par ticipation in public speaking, group discussion, and oral reading;
emphasis on research, organization, language usage, efficient
listening and constructive evaluation in both class and field
experience.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Spch 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN SPCH 4.
SPCH V03 - GROUP COMMUNICATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Training and practice in the theory and principle of effective group
discussion technique. Emphasis will be on the examination of group
behavioral theory and the testing of that theory with practical
application.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Spch 3. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN SPCH 10.
SPCH V04 - VOICE AND DICTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide the student with a basic
knowledge of voice production and the specific sounds of general
American speech. Work will be done to improve breathing, projection,
volume, tone, resonance, rate, and expressiveness. Each sound
of general American speech will be covered through the Phonetic
Alphabet so that students can perfect their pronunciation of American
English. Recommended for those majoring in speech-communication,
speech pathology, theatre ar ts, linguistics, and early childhood
education. Also very helpful for ESL students.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly Spch 4. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations -
see counselor.
SPCH V05 - ORAL INTERPRETATION AND COMMUNICATION
OF LITERATURE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Principles and techniques of oral reading of all genres of literature,
with emphasis on vocal skill, following understanding and appreciation
of the literary works selected for readings.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly Spch 5. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
SPCH V10 - CRITICAL THINKING IN ORAL
COMMUNICATION: ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Study and practice of critical thinking - both inductive and
deductive - necessary for structuring arguments, stating and
supporting opinions, and clarifying ideas. Training in listening for
analysis of the reasoning of other speakers and in identifying their
evidence. Curricular and co-curricular debate is the testing ground
for the validity of reasoning.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Spch 10. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN SPCH 6.
SPCH V13 - FORENSICS - 2 Units
Prerequisite: SPCH V01
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course provides training, rehearsal, performance and
practicum necessary to a competitive speech team. It provides
training in argumentation and debate, informative and persuasive
speaking, impromptu and extemporaneous speaking. Special attention
is given to oral interpretation of literature. This course provides oneon-
one training between student and instructor. Students are
expected to par ticipate in either interscholastic competition and/or
speakers bureaus for various requesting community groups.
Field trips will be required. Formerly Spch 13. Transfer credit:
CSU.
SPCH V15 - INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Examines interpersonal communication theory and processes
including verbal and nonverbal channels, the role of self-concept in
communication, assertiveness, listening styles and conflict
management. Provides skills practice in handling personal and
professional communication situations. Individual and small group
activities.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Spch 15. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN SPCH 8.
SPCH V60A-Z -TOPICS IN SPEECH - 1-3 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course considers topics not covered in detail by the other
speech offerings.
Formerly Spch 60A-Z. Transfer credit: determined by transfer
institution.
SPCH V88 - SPEECH WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
SPCH V89 - WORKSHOPS IN SPEECH - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet the specific needs of the college and community,
as required and requested by persons whose needs in this area
are not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly Spch 89.
Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after admission.
SPCH V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN SPEECH - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
May be taken for a maximum of 4 times not to exceed 6 units.
Formerly Spch 90. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined after
admission.
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STUDY SKILLS
SS V01 - STUDY SKILLS: APPLICATIONS TO COLLEGELEVEL
COURSEWORK - 1.5-3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: IDS V12 or SS V02 or appropriate skills
Hours: 1-3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course could save your academic life. It is an advanced study
skills course designed for students who are currently taking
academic or vocational classes and would like to refine their study
skills and apply them to their coursework. It includes advanced notetaking
applications, library research, time management, taking inclass
essay exams, practice in taking timed standardized tests, and
designing reading study guides.
Formerly SS 1. Same as IDS V11. Not applicable for degree credit.
SS V02 - STUDY SKILLS: PREPARATION FOR TAKING
ACADEMIC AND VOCATIONAL COURSES - 1-3.5 Units
Recommended preparation: ESL V34 or READ V04 or appropriate
reading skills as measured by the college assessment process
Hours: .5-3 lecture, 1.5 laboratory weekly
This course could save your academic life. It is designed for
students who are currently taking or are preparing to take academic
or vocational courses. It covers note-taking and listening skills,
introduction to outlining, reading and study techniques, library skills,
time management and priority determination, memory and test-taking
strategies, and campus and community resources. Students will
learn through lectures, group discussions, campus tours, videos and
assignments.
Formerly SS 2. Same as IDS V12. Not applicable for degree credit.
SS V88 - STUDY SKILLS WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly SS V89.
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SUPERVISION
SUP V81 - BUSINESS ENGLISH - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course offers practical application of college-level business
communication skills, which include writing, speaking and listening,
with comprehensive coverage of language structure, punctuation,
spelling, usage, proofreading, and editing.
Formerly Sup 81. Same as BUS V44. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
SUP V88 - SUPERVISION WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly SUP
V89.
SUP V90 - ELEMENTS OF SUPERVISION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A basic introductory course covering in general terms the total
responsibilities of a supervisor, such as organization, duties and
responsibilities, human relations, grievances, training, rating,
promotion, quality and quantity control, management and employee
relations, safety, etc.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Sup 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
SUP V93 - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a study of personnel management functions,
employer-employee relationships, recruiting, selection, training, and
development, discipline programs, wage and salary administration,
job evaluation, and benefits administration.
Formerly Sup 93. Same as BUS V32. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
SUP V94 - ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to acquaint students with concepts of
planning, organizing, motivating, communicating, directing, and
controlling functions necessary for effective management to
accomplish organizational objectives.
Formerly Sup 94. Same as BUS V31. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
SUP V96 - ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a course in the understanding of individual and group
behavior as it affects the organization; emphasis is on developing
organizational skills and application of principles to interpersonal and
organizational relationships
Formerly Sup 96. Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see
counselor.
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THEATRE ARTS
THA V01 - THEATRE ARTS APPRECIATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Appreciation and understanding of the ar ts of theatre; development
of standards for critical evaluation of contemporary theatre including,
stage, screen and television; lecture, discussion, field trips and
written critiques. The emphasis is on developing the students’
appreciation of theatre and drama as important ar t forms.
Field trips may be required. Formerly ThA 1. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC. CAN DRAM 18.
THA V02A - FUNDAMENTALS OF ACTING - 3 Units
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course examines the fundamentals of modern acting for the
stage. The course provides practical experience in the skills of
physical movement, voice, characterization, script analysis, and
audition technique, as well as rehearsal and performance.
Field trips may be required. Formerly ThA 2A. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC. CAN DRAM 8.
THA V02B - ADVANCED ACTING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: THA V02A
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
In-depth application of the techniques explored in fundamentals of
acting with emphasis on characterization and scene study.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 3
times. Formerly ThA 2B. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN DRAM 22.
THA V03 - SPEECH FOR THE STAGE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Voice physiology, phonetics, breath control, tone production,
projection, ar ticulation, pronunciation; theory and practice in
developing vocal skills for performance.
Field trips may be required. Formerly ThA 3. Transfer credit: CSU;
UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN DRAM 6.
THA V05 - STAGECRAFT - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course includes an introduction to the theory and practice in
the design and construction of stage scenery; and familiarization with
the tools and materials employed by the stage designer, stage
carpenter, costume designer, sound engineer, and lighting technician.
The course includes application of design and construction
principles in connection with drama department productions.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly ThA 5. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN DRAM 12.
THA V06 - STAGE MAKE-UP - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Theory, demonstration and practice in applying make-up for
theatre, film and television. Familiarization with make-up supplies,
materials and techniques. Design and application of character makeup
for theatre productions.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly ThA 6. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN DRAM 14.
THA V07 - STAGE LIGHTING - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Theory and practical application of lighting design for stage
productions; familiarization with stage lighting equipment, color and
techniques for proscenium, thrust and arena stages.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly ThA 7. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN DRAM 10.
THA V10 - PRODUCTION AND PERFORMANCE - 1-3 Units
Hours: 2-6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Supervised practical experience in the preparation and performance
of theatre productions.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly ThA 10. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. CAN DRAM 16.
THA V12 - STUDENT ONE-ACT PLAY FESTIVAL - 1-3 Units
Hours: 2-6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Supervised theatre production of student directed, produced and/
or written one-act plays. Each student will be par t of a one-act
production. Each team will cast, rehearse and produce a one-act play
in a college sponsored production to be presented in the Circus and/
or Main Campus Theatre.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly ThA 12.
THA V14 - MOVEMENT FOR THE THEATRE - 1-1.5 Units
Hours: .5-1 lecture, 1.5-2 laboratory weekly
This course teaches the fundamentals of movement for the stage.
Physical activity is included. Theory and practice of stage movement
developing the body as an expressive instrument acquiring flexibility,
relaxation, control and creative expression.
Field trips may be required. THA V14 /DANC V14 may be taken in
any combination for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly ThA 14. Same
as DANC V14. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor. CAN DRAM 20.
THA V20 - COSTUME DESIGN AND HISTORY - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course explores the many aspects of costume design,
including the breakdown of a script, ar tistic rendering of the
literature, development of themes and design concepts, research
sources, examination of the social and economic mores that govern
dress, and the history of dress. Students will analyze research, and
design two plays and present this to the class. The course will
include film and theatre industry standards in the area of costume
design. Students will apply skills learned in class through work on
theatrical productions.
Field trips will be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
THA V21 - THEATRE PRODUCTION LABORATORY - 1.5 Unit
Hours: 4.5 laboratory weekly
Practical experience through participation in theatrical productions;
experience in scene design and construction, lighting and
costume design and construction.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly ThA 21. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
THA V22 - FUNDAMENTALS OF STAGE
COSTUMING - 3 Units
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
Fundamentals of stage costuming: basic skills in pattern drafting;
construction of stage costumes and accessories; organization and
care of costume wardrobes; principles of historical costume
research.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times. Formerly ThA 22. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
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THA V23 - INTRODUCTION TO DRAMATIC
LITERATURE - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a beginning study of dramatic theory. Plays from
various time periods will be studied and analyzed as literary works in
the historical context, traced through their production history,
considered for their relevance and impor tance for today’s ar tists and
audiences, and analyzed for their production possibilities.
Field trips may be required. Formerly ThA 23. Same as ENGL V23.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor. CAN
ENGL 22.
THA V29 - HISTORY OF MOTION PICTURES - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A historical and critical survey of motion pictures with an
emphasis on the contributions of early and modern filmmakers to the
filmmaking process. Lectures illustrated by screened examples of
films, examine filmmaking back to the nineteenth century.
Field trips may be required. Formerly ThA 29. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
THA V30A - FUNDAMENTALS OF
SCREENWRITING - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Examines the craft and business of screenwriting from all
perspectives, including the creative process, structure, proper
formatting, pitching, marketing, business and legal aspects. A series
of in-class and out-of-class writing exercises culminates in students
writing the opening sequence of a two-hour screenplay or a complete
short-subject screenplay.
Transfer credit: CSU.
THA V30B - INTERMEDIATE SCREENWRITING - 3 Units
Prerequisite: THA V30A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Examines the craft and business of screenwriting from all
perspectives, including the creative process, structure, proper
formatting, pitching, marketing, business and legal aspects. Includes
advanced analysis and applications of story structure through a
series of in-class and out-of-class writing exercises and script
analyses.
Transfer credit: CSU.
THA V31 - ACTING FOR FILM - 3 Units
Prerequisite: THA V02A
Hours: 2 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course will analyze the filmmaking process and the consequences
the technical and creative processes of the film media have
on the craft and business of film acting. The course will evolve
through a series of practical scene-study exercises that duplicate the
actual experience of acting for film.
Film trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.
THA V88 - THEATRE ARTS WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times.
THA V89 - WORKSHOPS IN THEATRE ARTS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community, as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Field trips may be required. Courses with
same title may not be repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Formerly ThA 89. Transfer credit: CSU; for UC, determined
after admission.
THA V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN THEATRE
ARTS - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
with intermediate skills, who wish to pursue projects not included in
the regular curriculum. Students are accepted only by written project
proposal approved by the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly ThA 90. Transfer credit: CSU;
for UC, determined after admission.
THA V95 - THEATRE ARTS INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This theatre ar ts internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor;
for UC, determined after admission.
THA V96 - THEATRE ARTS INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This theatre ar ts internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only. Transfer credit: for CSU, credit limitations - see counselor;
for UC, determined after admission.
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WATER SCIENCE
WS V10 - BASIC WATER AND WASTEWATER
SYSTEMS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A survey of water and wastewater utility operations and maintenance.
An introduction to open channel flow, pressure pipe systems,
and problems involved in their operation; installation and maintenance
of basic elements of water and wastewater systems including
pipes, pumps, valves, meters and related hydraulic units. Operation
and maintenance safety consideration.
Formerly WS 10.
WS V11 - WATER TREATMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Water supply treatment covering historical development of water
quality control practices; water sources; public health aspects of
water supply; water chemistry, water treatment arithmetic; chemical
treatment, filtration; softening; corrosion, disinfection; taste and
odors in water; water bacteriology; pump operation and maintenance;
valves and meters.
Field trips may be required. Formerly WS 11.
WS V12 - WASTEWATER TREATMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course provides a general knowledge of commonly used
waste treatment processes. Discussion of principles involved in
physical and biological processes such as sedimentation,
biofiltration, activated sludge, sludge digestion and chlorination is
provided. Calculations necessary to control the processes are
studied and emphasized.
Field trips may be required. Formerly WS 12.
WS V13 - WASTEWATER COLLECTION - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: WS V10 or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This is a course designed for wastewater collection systems
maintenance personnel. Material to be covered includes sewer
construction, cleaning methods, safety, elementary hydraulics,
pipeline and manhole repair, equipment maintenance, public
relations, communications and record keeping.
Field trips may be required. Formerly WS 13.
WS V14 - WATER DISTRIBUTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A course designed for water distribution systems operators.
Material to be covered includes water production, types of reservoirs,
water lines, pumps and appurtenances. The actual method of
installation and repair of such facilities will be covered, as well as
some of the administrative functions behind the distribution system.
Field trips may be required. Formerly WS 14.
WS V15 - WATER SYSTEMS INSTRUMENTATION AND
CONTROLS - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Provides introduction to principles and operation of instrumentation
and control devices related to water and wastewater systems.
Includes open and closed channel flow measurement, differential
pressure measurement, level transmitters, data transmission and
recording devices, and electrical control circuits. Basic electrical
theory is provided to the extent necessary for understanding
principles of operation.
Formerly WS 15.
WS V16 - WATER QUALITY PROTECTION AND CROSSCONNECTION
CONTROL - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: WS V10 or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
Introduction to cross-connection control; cross-connection control
hazards; backflow prevention devices and their installation, testing
and maintenance, plumbing ordinances.
Formerly WS 16.
WS V17 - WATER AND WASTEWATER
HYDRAULICS - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: WS V10 or equivalent
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
A study of the hydraulics necessary in the operation of water or
wastewater plants and systems. Open channel and closed channel
flow, metering devices, valve design and functions and the hydraulics
of common control systems will be considered. The course will
be keyed to the hydraulic problems most often encountered in
operational experience.
Formerly WS 17.
WS V18 - MOTORS AND PUMPS MAINTENANCE AND
OPERATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to give a working knowledge of the
problems encountered in motors and pumps operation and maintenance.
The course will provide the maintenance mechanic with
insight into reasons for selection as well as causes of failure and
breakdown of motors and pumps. The need for a thorough maintenance
program will be explained. All types of pumps and pump
curves will be covered.
Formerly WS 18.
WS V21 - WATER CHEMISTRY AND
BACTERIOLOGY - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: WS V11 or WS V12
Hours: 3 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course covers the elements of water chemistry and water
bacteriology as they apply to water treatment processes, water
conditioning and the protection of water quality. The course includes
laboratory demonstrations in the techniques of physical, chemical
and bacteriological examination of water.
Formerly WS 21.
WS V25 - WATER AND WASTEWATER
MANAGEMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The supervisor’s responsibilities such as organizing, directing,
coordinating, human relations, psychological aspects, attitudes,
grievances, training, rating, promotion, safety. Administrative aspects
of public utilities.
Formerly WS 25.
WS V95 - WATER SCIENCE INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This water science internship course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an opportunity to obtain work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 246 - Credit Courses
WS V96 - WATER SCIENCE INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment in
one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This water science internship course offers students who are
employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience
related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of
consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and
the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only.
Credit Courses - 247 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
WEL V13B - ARC AND MIG WELDING II - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: WEL V13A or equivalent
Hours: 8 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is part II of a course in Arc and MIG welding. This course
offers theory and intermediate vocational skills in Arc/Shielded Metal
Arc Welding (SMAW) and Metal Inert Gas/Gas Metal Arc Welding
(MIG/GMAW) processes. Students will develop technical ability in
welding methodology, project layout, metallurgy, industrial safety and
related technical mathematics. Students can prepare for industry
cer tification testing. Students receiving credit in WEL V13B will not
receive credit in WEL V03.
Fees will be required. Formerly Wel 13B.
WEL V14A - TIG AND FLUX CORE WELDING I - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: WEL V03 or WEL V13B or equivalent
Hours 8 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is par t I of a course in TIG and Flux Core welding. This
course offers theory and intermediate vocational skills in Tungsten
Inert Gas/Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG/GTAW) and Flux Core Arc
Welding (FCAW) processes. Students will develop skill in welding
methodology, project layout, industrial safety and related technical
mathematics. Students can prepare for industry cer tification testing.
Students receiving credit in WEL V14A will not receive credit in WEL
V04.
Fees will be required. Formerly Wel 14A.
WEL V14B - TIG AND FLUX CORE WELDING II - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: WEL V14A or equivalent
Hours 8 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is par t II of a course in TIG and Flux Core welding. This
course offers theory and intermediate vocational skills in Tungsten
Inert Gas/Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG/GTAW) and Flux Core Arc
Welding (FCAW) processes. Students will develop skill in welding
methodology, project layout, industrial safety and related technical
mathematics. Students can prepare for industry cer tification testing.
Students receiving credit in WEL V14B will not receive credit in WEL
V04.
Fees will be required. Formerly Wel 14B.
WEL V20 - ADVANCED WELDING APPLICATIONS - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: WEL V04 or WEL V14B or equivalent
Hours: 8 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course offers theory and advanced vocational skill in
industrial welding applications. Students will learn advanced
metallurgy as it relates to aluminum, sheet-steel, plate and pipe
welding. Students will also learn about aircraft and ship-building
welding fabrication processes and manufacturing safety hazards.
This course allows additional practice and preparation for industrial
certification exams and employment preparation.
Fees will be required.
WEL V27 - METAL ART SCULPTURE - 3 Units
Prerequisite: ART V19 and WEL V01
Hours: 6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course is an introduction to metal ar t sculpture utilizing
practical theory and application of materials, welding techniques and
processes. It includes designing, metal cutting, forming techniques
and texturing.
Fees will be required. Field trips may be required. WEL V27/ART
V27 may be taken in any combination for a maximum of 2 times.
Same as ART V27.
WELDING
WEL V01 - INTRODUCTION TO WELDING - 2 Units
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course is intended for major and non-major students
interested in an introduction to welding fabrication. Students will
learn welding processes, vocabulary, job layout, basic metallurgy
and industrial safety. Students will gain introductory skill in
Oxyacetylene Welding (OAW), Arc/Shielded Metal Arch Welding
(SMAW) and Oxyfuel Gas Cutting (OFC).
Fees will be required. Formerly WEL V01A. Transfer credit: CSU.
WEL V02 - BLUEPRINT READING:
MANUFACTURING - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course covers the interpretation of mechanical drawings
typical of the metal working field; theory of common types of
projections, dimensioning principles, machine standards, application
of creative sketching and interpretation of blueprints.
Formerly Wel 2. Same as DRFT V02A & MS V02. Transfer credit:
CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
WEL V03 - ARC AND MIG WELDING - 8 Units
Recommended preparation: WEL V01 or equivalent
Hours: 16 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course offers theory and intermediate vocational skills in Arc/
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Metal Inert Gas/Gas Metal
Arc Welding (MIG/GMAW) processes. Students will develop technical
ability in welding methodology, project layout, metallurgy, industrial
safety and related technical mathematics. Students can prepare for
industry cer tification testing. Students receiving credit in WEL V03
will not receive credit in WEL V13A-WEL V13B.
Fees will be required. Formerly WEL V03A.
WEL V04 - TIG AND FLUX CORE WELDING - 8 Units
Recommended preparation: WEL V03 or WEL V13B or equivalent
Hours: 16 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course offers theory and intermediate vocational skills in
Tungsten Inert Gas/Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG/GTAW) and Flux
Core Arc Welding (FCAW) processes. Students will develop skill in
welding methodology, project layout, industrial safety and related
technical mathematics. Students can prepare for industry cer tification
testing. Students receiving credit in WEL V04 will not receive
credit in WEL V14A-WEL V14B.
Fees will be required. Formerly WEL V04A.
WEL V13A - ARC AND MIG WELDING I - 4 Units
Recommended preparation: WEL V01 or equivalent
Hours: 8 lecture-laboratory weekly
This is par t I of a course in Arc and MIG welding. This course
offers theory and intermediate vocational skills in Arc/Shielded Metal
Arc Welding (SMAW) and Metal Inert Gas/Gas Metal Arc Welding
(MIG/GMAW) processes. Students will develop technical ability in
welding methodology, project layout, metallurgy, industrial safety and
related technical mathematics. Students can prepare for industry
cer tification testing. Students receiving credit in WEL V13A will not
receive credit in WEL V03.
Fees will be required. Formerly Wel 13A.
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 248 - Credit Courses
WEL V65 - STRUCTURAL STEEL AND WELDING
CONSTRUCTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is a study of structural steel and welding use in
building construction. Building types, grades of materials, assembly
methods, blueprint reading and other subjects will be studied. The
course is intended for inspectors, project supervisors and construction
workers. The course will also help prepare students for related
industry cer tification.
Field trips may be required. WEL V65/CT V65 may be taken in any
combination for a maximum of 2 times. Formerly Wel 65. Same as
CT V65.
WEL V88 - WELDING WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and requested by persons whose needs in this area are not
met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly WEL
V89.
WEL V95 - WELDING INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This welding internship offers students who are volunteers
(unpaid) an oppor tunity to obtain work experience related to their
field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with
a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of
an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only.
WEL V96 - WELDING INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This welding internship course offers students who are employed
in the field an oppor tunity to expand their work experience related
to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation
with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the
acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times, not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other
work experience/internship courses. Offered on a credit/no credit
basis only.
Credit Courses - 249 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
WOMEN'S STUDIES
See: ANTH V02, V06; ART V07; ENGL V32A, V32B, V132A, V132B;
HED V95; and HIST V02A, V02B.
WORK EXPERIENCE
WEXP V95 - WORK EXPERIENCE I - 1-3 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include work
experience
Hours: 60 per unit
This general work experience course offers students who are
volunteers (unpaid) an oppor tunity to obtain work experience.
Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated
faculty member and the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times, not to exceed 6 units. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
WEXP V96 - WORK EXPERIENCE II - 1-3 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include work
experience
Hours: 75 per unit
This general work experience course offers students who are
employed an opportunity to expand their work experience. Students
are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated faculty
member and the acceptance of an approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 2
times, not to exceed 6 units. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
Noncredit Courses - 213 Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005
The following noncredit courses are offered according to
community need. A student enrolls at the first meeting of the course.
The course must maintain a minimum weekly attendance of fifteen.
When a course consistently falls below fifteen, it will be canceled.
Not all courses are offered every semester.
Noncredit courses are offered in a wide variety of subject fields.
They are vocational, cultural, and/or creative in content and purpose.
Specific offerings in any semester are listed in the current Schedule
of Classes.
BASIC ENGLISH
AS A SECOND LANGUAGE
BESL N100A - LOW-BEGINNING COMMUNICATION SKILLS
FOR NON-AND LIMITED-ENGLISH- PROFICIENT STUDENTS
Hours: 4 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
A low-beginning course for non– and limited-English-proficient
students who want to acquire the listening and speaking skills
necessary for living, working, and attending school where English is
used. There will be very limited attention to reading and writing skills
at this level.
Formerly BAE-ESL 100A.
BESL N100B - HIGH-BEGINNING COMMUNICATION SKILLS
FOR LIMITED-ENGLISH- PROFICIENT STUDENTS
Hours: 4 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
A high-beginning course for limited-English-proficient students
who want to acquire the listening, speaking, reading, and writing
skills necessary for living, working, and attending school where
English is used. There will be some attention to reading and writing
skills at this level, but listening and speaking will have the major
emphasis.
Formerly BAE-ESL 100B.
BESL N100C - LOW-INTERMEDIATE COURSE FOR
LIMITED-ENGLISH-PROFICIENT STUDENTS
Hours: 4 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
A low-intermediate course for limited-English-proficient students
who want to develop the listening, speaking, reading, and writing
skills necessary for living, working, and attending school where
English is used.
Formerly BAE-ESL 100C.
BESL N100D - HIGH-INTERMEDIATE COMMUNICATION
SKILLS FOR LIMITED-ENGLISH- PROFICIENT STUDENTS
Hours: 4 lecture, 6 laboratory weekly
A high-intermediate course for limited-English-proficient students
who want to develop the listening, speaking, reading, and writing
skills necessary for living, working, and attending school where
English is used.
EMERITUS INSTITUTE
EI N01 - EMERITUS INSTITUTE: EXPERIENCES IN ART
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as scheduled
In this course, students will learn the concepts of each topic area
and develop their own techniques and philosophies concerning the
topics and demonstrate competency and/or knowledge in each area.
Students will develop their understanding, skills and abilities in each
area and keep active and involved in the development of their
personal portfolio and/or comprehension of the subject matter. They
will develop a process for continued self-expression and the
understanding of the creative process.
Field trips may be required.
EI N02 - EMERITUS INSTITUTE: PHYSICAL FITNESS FOR
SENIORS
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as scheduled
In this course, students will develop an exercise program that will
bring improvement to their diagnosed weaknesses and/or overall
physical well-being. They will be able to make informed choices on
what to do to reduce the possibility of experiencing coronary heart
disease, high blood pressure, cancer, diabetes, low back problems,
and loss of overall function with aging. Also, students will analyze
their diets and determine what positive changes need to be made to
adhere to sound nutritional practices.
Field trips may be required.
EI N03 - EMERITUS INSTITUTE: EXPERIENCES IN MUSIC
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as scheduled
Students will develop an appreciation for the value of music
including aesthetic and leisure time values and express creativity
through music experiences. Students will develop their skills and
abilities in each area and keep active and involved in the development
of their personal competencies. Students will develop a process of
continued self-expression and self-development in music.
Field trips may be required.
EI N04 - EMERITUS INSTITUTE: SELF-MANAGEMENT FOR
SENIORS
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as scheduled
Students will understand the concepts of each topic area and
develop their own philosophy concerning the topics and demonstrate
competency in each area. Students will be prepared to manage their
own affairs in each of the topic areas.
Field trips may be required.
EI N05 - EMERITUS INSTITUTE: SAFETY AND SECURITY
FOR SENIORS
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as scheduled
Seniors will understand issues concerning safety and security for
seniors, learn how to protect themselves from falls and injuries in the
home, to "senior-ize" their homes, and learn and understand how to
provide basic protection for themselves and their homes from
burglars and thieves.
Field trips may be required.
EI N06 - EMERITUS INSTITUTE: EXPERIENCES IN ENGLISH
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as scheduled
Students will be able to appreciate the value of the English
language in aesthetic and leisure time activities. Students will
understand the concepts of each topic area, and develop their own
approaches and philosophies concerning the topics, as well as
demonstrate competency and/or knowledge in each area of study.
Field trips may be required.
NONCREDIT COURSES
Ventura College Catalog 2004-2005 214 - Noncredit Courses
EI N07 - EMERITUS INSTITUTE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS/
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as scheduled
It is the purpose of the course to assist students to understand the
concepts, specific services and procedures of community organizations.
The students will learn leadership skills to provide outreach and
assistance to others in need of community resources and services.
Field trips may be required.
EI N08 - EMERITUS INSTITUTE: PUBLIC ACCESS
TELEVISION
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as scheduled
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals
of public access television. It will provide training in production
techniques, equipment operation and program design.
Field trips may be required.
EI N09 - EMERITUS INSTITUTE: EXPERIENCES IN THEATRE
ARTS
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as scheduled
In this course, students will: understand the concepts of each
topic area of theatre arts; develop their own approaches and
philosophies concerning the topics; and, demonstrate competency
and/or knowledge in each area.
Field trips may be required.
ENGINEERING
ENGR N98 - ENGINEERING REVIEW: EIT
Prerequisite: engineering degree or equivalent
3 hours weekly
A review course in engineering fundamentals covering statics,
strength of materials, chemistry, surveying and descriptive geometry;
for those preparing to take the California State engineering in training
examination.
Formerly Engr 98.
GUIDANCE WORKSHOPS
GW N101 - COLLEGE ORIENTATION
Hours: .5-3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide new students an overall
orientation to facilities, programs, services and faculty at Ventura
College. Students will experience a tour of the campus facilities,
acquaint themselves with the testing services available, complete the
college assessment instruments for use in course placement, receive
financial aid information, learn requirements for graduation and
transferability of courses, and plan their first semester's class
schedule.
Formerly Guid 101.
HOME ECONOMICS
HEC N91A-N91B-N91C-N91D - HOME AND FAMILY
COMMUNITY WORKSHOP
1-10 hours weekly
A course designed to meet the needs of families in the community
for improving home and family life.
Formerly Con Ed 91A-91B-91C-91D.
HEC N92 - NUTRITION FOR SENIORS
2 hours weekly
Course is designed to demonstrate how senior citizens can
maintain nutritious diets on limited budget for one or two people. Also
includes need and value of nutrition as it affects health.
Formerly HE 92.
HEC N93 - COMMUNITY CONSUMERS HOMEMAKING
ECONOMICS
6 hours weekly
An introduction to the ways the individual can economize on time,
money and energy by using and developing natural talents and
abilities in everyday life (with emphasis on clothing construction).
This includes gaining knowledge of the various resources available to
the individual.
Formerly Con Ed 90.
HORTICULTURE
HORT N93 - HOME GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING
3 hours weekly
A course designed to acquaint the student with the various kinds
of plants adapted to this locality, their culture and their use in
landscaping the home. Also to make the student familiar with soil
problems and their correction. Plant propagation and a complete
study of landscaping (both contemporary and modern) is also
presented.
Formerly Hort 95.
HORT N94A-N94B - FLORISTRY TECHNIQUES
3 hours weekly
Laboratory practice in arithmetic arrangement of plants and
supplementary materials, stressing design and color.
Formerly Hort 94A-94B.
INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES
IDS N100 - INDIVIDUALIZED STUDY
1-40 laboratory hours
This noncredit course is designed to provide students with support
in remedial and basic skill areas such as math, reading and writing
skills, and computer literacy. Students will be working in such
locations as the Math Center, Learning Center, and Microcomputer
Lab to improve their performance in classes and enable them to be
successful in achieving their college goals.
May be repeated. Formerly IdS 100.
MACHINE SHOP
MS N97 - MACHINE SHOP SPECIALTY
lecture and/or laboratory as scheduled
This noncredit course is designed for students who want to
complete training in the standard practices of the machinists' trade.
Fees will be required. Formerly MS 97.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PE N130 - CPR: BASIC LIFE SUPPORT
2 hours weekly
Basic life suppor t - emergency first aid procedure consisting of
recognition of respiratory and cardiac arrest and the proper
application of the ABCs of CPR.
Formerly PE 130.
WELDING
WEL N94 - WELDING SPECIALTY
Hours by arrangement
Development of special skills in a par ticular area of the trade.
Fees will be required. Formerly Wel 97.
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FACULTY AND ADMINISTRATION
Administration of the College
Acting President
Mr. Michael D. Gregoryk
Student Learning
Executive Vice President
Dr. Joan E. Smith
Business Services
Vice President
Dr. Tom Kimberling
Student Services
Dean, Student Development
Dr. Lyn MacConnaire
Assistant Dean, Student Services
Ms. Sandra Curiel
Instructional Divisions
and Services
Dean, Arts and Sciences
Dr. Robert Renger
Dean, Health and Human Performance
Mr. Steve Tobias
Dean, Liberal Arts and
Learning Resources
Dr. Diane Moore
Dean, Community
Resources and Economic Development,
Off-Campus Programs, and Business
Dr. Kay Faulconer-Boger
Assistant Dean, Public Safety, Criminal
Justice, Music, and Technology
Mr. Jerry Mortensen
Statewide Biotechnology
Initiative
Director, Biotechnology Initiative
Ms. Mary Pat Huxley
Ventura College Foundation
Foundation Director
Mr. Paul Iannaccone
Faculty
(Year indicates date of hire at Ventura College)
A
ADLMAN, ANDREA, Professor (1988)
Mathematics
B.S., 1975, Tufts University; M.A., 1981,
California State University, Fullerton
AIELLO, PAUL V., Professor (1976)
Anthropology
B.A. 1967, M.A. 1971, University of
California, Los Angeles
ANDERSON, DIANE L.,
Instructor (2000)
Nursing
B.S., 1996, University of LaVerne; M.S.N.,
2000, University of Phoenix
ANDERSON, LISA WHELAN,
Professor (1996)
Mathematics
B.S., 1991, California Polytechnic State
University; M.S., 1995, California State
University, Northridge
ANGLIN, GARY, Professor (1981)
Physical Education
B.S., 1975, University of California, Los
Angeles; M.Ed., 1977, University of
Wyoming
ARCE, ROBERT M., Professor (1986)
Spanish
B.A., 1963, M.A., 1967, San Jose State
University; Ph.D., University of California,
Santa Barbara; J.D., 1984, Ventura College
of Law
ARCHIBALD, JAN, Professor (1987)
Mathematics/Multimedia/Computer
Science
B.A., 1972, M.S., 1979, California State
University, Northridge
ARMSTRONG, DIANNE, Professor (1996)
English
M.A., 1990, Ph.D., 1992, University of
Southern California
ARQUILEVICH, GABRIEL D.,
Assistant Professor (2000)
English
B.A., 1986, University of Redlands; M.F.A.,
1990, University of Massachusetts,
Amherst
B
BARATTE, LAURENCE G, Professor (1992)
Physical Education
B.A., 1981, Pepperdine University; M.Ed.,
1990, Azusa Pacific University
BARLOW-PALO, LINDA, Professor (1996)
Nursing
B.S., 1992, University of Phoenix; M.S.,
1995, University of California, Los Angeles
BEATTY, DONNA, Instructor (2004)
Mathematics
A.A., 1992, Ventura College; B.A., 1994,
M.S., 1999, California State University,
Northridge
BEEM, JOAN, Professor (1979)
Nursing
B.S., 1968, California State University, Los
Angeles; M.S., 1973, California State
University, Los Angeles; M.S., 1977,
University of California, Davis
BRESLIN, DAVID A., Professor (1975)
Associate Librarian
B.A., 1968, Standard Credential, 1969,
San Francisco State University; M.S.L.S.,
1975, Fullerton State University
BUDKE, WILLIAM C., Instructor (2004)
Geosciences
A.A., 1986, Santa Barbara City College,
B.A., 1991, University of California
Polytechnic State University, San Luis
Obispo
C
CALLAHAN, MICHAEL (1991)
Institutional Research Officer
A.B., 1964, Rutgers University, New
Brunswick, New Jersey; M.B.A., 1982,
California Polytechnic State University,
San Luis Obispo
CAPUANO-BREWER, LUCY,
Professor (1991)
Psychology
B.A., 1983, M.A., Community-Clinical
Psychology, 1987, California State
University, Northridge
CARRASCO-NUNGARAY, MARIAN,
Professor (1992)
Counseling
A.A., 1985, Oxnard College; A.S., Ventura
College; B.A., 1987, U.C. Berkeley; M.S.,
1992, California Lutheran University
CARRIGER, JAMES, Professor (1982)
Business
A.A., 1970, Ventura College; B.S., 1971,
Fresno State University; M.A., 1975,
University of Southern California; Ph.D.,
1990, University of California, Santa
Barbara
CASTOR, PEGGY, Professor (1980)
Business
A.A., 1972, Ventura College; B.S., 1984,
M.B.A., 1994, University of LaVerne
CHAPARRO, ROBERT L., Professor (1998)
EOPS, Counseling
A.A., 1980, Ventura College; B.A., 1984,
University of California, Santa Barbara;
M.S., 1989, California Lutheran University
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COLTRIN, CAROL, Professor (1981)
Nursing
B.S.N., 1970, San Diego State University;
M.P.H., 1984, California State University,
Northridge
COSENTINO, LYDIA G., Professor (1989)
English
B.A., 1975, M.A., 1977, Mills College
COTA, ASENETH, Professor (1980)
Counseling
A.A., 1966, Ventura College; B.S., 1971,
M.A., 1973, California Polytechnic State
University, San Luis Obispo
CURIEL, SANDRA,
Assistant Dean (1999-01, 2002)
A.A., 1993, Santa Barbara City College;
B.S., 1996, California Polytechnic State
University, San Luis Obispo; M.A., 1998,
California State University, Northridge
D
DeCIERDO, MARCELINO A.,
Professor (1988)
Counseling
B.A., 1978, University of California, Santa
Barbara; M.S., 1988, California Lutheran
University
de JESUS, MARTA DIANE, Professor (1996)
Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology
B.S., 1978, California Institute of
Technology; C. Phil., 1985; Ph.D., 1991,
University of California, Los Angeles
de la PEÑA, KAREN, Professor (1992)
Business
A.A., 1964, Santa Rosa Junior College;
B.S., 1987, University of LaVerne;
M.S., 1994, University of LaVerne
de la ROCHA, ISMAEL, Professor (1974)
History
B.A., 1972, M.A., 1974, University of
California, Santa Barbara
de la SELVA, AURORA, Professor (2002)
Counseling
B.A., 1975, California Lutheran University;
M.A., 1976, University of California, Santa
Barbara
DOREO, DAVID, Professor (1984)
Physics, Astronomy
B.A., 1975, M.S., 1976, San Francisco
State University, Stanford University
E
ELLIOTT, MAUREEN, Instructor (2004)
Health Education and Physical Education
B.A., 1982, M.A., 1988, San Diego State
University
F
FARRIS, DAVID, Professor (1996)
Counseling
B.A., 1972, Occidental College, Los
Angeles; M.A., 1974, University of
California, Santa Barbara
FAULCONER BOGER, KAY, Dean,
Community Resources and Economic
Development, Business and Off-Campus
Programs (1985)
B.A., 1968, California State University,
Northridge; M.B.A., 1975, M.A., 1976,
Pepperdine University; Ed.D., 1993, USC
FELL, SHARLA A., Instructor (2004)
Art and Digital Media
A.A., 1978, Cayuga Community College;
B.F.A., 1981, Arizona State University;
M.F.A., 1989, Colorado State University
FERGUSON, JEFF, Professor (1977)
Articulation Officer
B.A., 1971, University of California, Santa
Barbara; A.M., 1972, Stanford University
FERNANDEZ, RALPH, Professor (1989)
Architecture
B.A., 1982, University of California,
Berkeley
FIUMERODO, MARIA TERESA,
Instructor (2004)
Anthropology
A.A., 1993, Moorpark College; B.A., 1997,
M.A., 2001, California State University,
Northridge; Ph.D. candidate, 2004,
University of California, Los Angeles
FREDRICKSON, NANCY,
Associate Professor (1999)
Physical Education
B.A., 1987, San Diego State University,
San Diego; M.A., 1992, Azusa Pacific
University, Azusa
FREIXAS, MARTA M., Professor (1982)
Mathematics
B.A., 1978, Humboldt State; M.S., 1981,
University of Oregon
FRENETTE, JOYCE, Professor (1974)
Home Economics
B.S., 1966, Kansas State University; M.A.,
1975, California State University, Los
Angeles
G
GALINDO, MARY HELEN, Coordinator (1991)
Matriculation
A.A., 1979, Oxnard College; B.A., 1983,
California State University, Northridge;
M.S., 1989, California Lutheran University
GALLAWAY, SARA ESSA, Professor (1975)
History
B.A., 1971, M.A., 1972, University of
California, Davis; Doctor of Arts, 1985,
Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
GAREY, JUDITH FREEMAN, Professor (1991)
Theatre Arts
B.S., 1970, University of Maryland,
College Park, Maryland; M.A., 1971,
University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois;
Ph.D., 2003, University of California,
Santa Barbara
GLOVER, MARK D.,
Associate Professor (1990)
Speech
A.A., 1977, Moorpark College
B.A., 1979, University of Southern
California
GOFF, RICHARD, Professor (1974)
Criminal Justice
B.S./C.J., 1974, John Jay College of
Criminal Justice, City University of New
York; M.S./A.J., 1975, California Lutheran
College
GORBACK, KAREN, Coordinator,
Community Education (1998)
B.A., 1973, UCLA; M.A., 1980, California
State University, Fresno; Ph.D., 1992,
University of California, Santa Barbara
GRAHAM, STACY SLOAN, Instructor (2004)
Speech
B.A., 1994, M.A., 1998, California State
University, Fresno
GUILLEN-MORIEL, GUADALUPE,
Professor (1998)
Counseling
1971, Escuela Normal Chihuahua,
Mexico; B.S., 1985, Esc., Normal Superior
Chihuahua, Mexico; M.A., 1995, California
State University, Northridge
H
HALL, LUKE DREW, Professor (1991)
Geography/Geology
B.S., 1971, Utah State University; M.S.,
1975, Western Kentucky University
HENDRICKS, WILLIAM, Professor (1990)
Photography
B.A.,1996; M.S., Brooks Institute of
Photography
HERRERA, BEATRIZ, Professor (1997)
Counseling
B.S., 1988, University of California, Irvine;
M.S., Public Health, 1994, California State
University, Northridge
HISAYASU, GLENN, Professor (1997)
Counseling
A.A., Los Angeles Valley College; B.S.,
California State University, Los Angeles;
M.S., California State University, Los
Angeles; Ed.D., 1986, Nova University
HULL, REBECCA SANTILLAN,
Professor (1985)
Counseling
B.A., 1977, University of California, San
Diego; M.A., 1979, University of San
Diego; M.A., 1982, Azusa Pacific
University
J
JAMES, RALPH E., Professor (1974)
Counseling
B.A., 1971, M.A., 1973, University of
California, Santa Barbara
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JEFFREYS, IVA, Professor (1981)
Business
B.S., 1968, Norfolk State University;
M.B.A., 1973, University of Guam
JOHNSON, PAULETTE, Professor (1989)
Counseling
B.A., 1971, California State University,
Long Beach; M.A., 1984, California State
University, Northridge
K
KHANJIAN, ARA, Professor (1989)
Economics
B.A., 1981, University of British Columbia,
Canada; M.A., 1982, Queens University,
Ontario, Canada; Ph.D., 1988, New School
for Social Research, New York
KIM, HENNY, Assistant Professor (2000)
English
B.A., 1990, University of California, Santa
Cruz; M.A., 1999, San Diego State
University
KIMBERLING, TOM, Vice President,
College Services (1987)
B.S., 1968, University of Washington;
B.S., 1975, M.B.A., 1977, University of
Puget Sound; D.P.A., 1998, University of
LaVerne
KINGHORN, SANDRA, Professor (1986)
Software Applications
B.A., 1965, University of California, Santa
Barbara; M.B.A., 1981, California Lutheran
University
KOBAYASHI, JOY, Professor (1985)
Chemistry
B.A., 1983, University of California,
Berkeley; M.S., 1985, University of
California, Los Angeles
KOERNER, RAEANN, Professor (1982)
Physical Education
B.A., 1976, California State University,
Northridge; M.A., 1981, Azusa Pacific
College
KORN, HARRY D., Professor (1972)
Fine Arts
B.A., 1967, University of California,
Riverside; M.A., 1971, University of
California, Santa Barbara
KUMPF, DAN, Associate Professor (2000)
Mathematics
A.A., 1993, Harrisburg Area Community
College; B.S., 1995, Penn State University,
Harrisburg; M.S., 2000, Miami University,
Oxford, Ohio
L
LATHAM, NANCY, Coordinator,
Educational Assistance Center (1997)
B.A., 1970, M.S., 1971, University of
Redlands
LAWSON, ROBERT,
Associate Professor (1999)
Music
B.F.A., 1981; M.F.A., 1991, California
Institute of the Arts
LEIFUR, JANET, Professor (1997)
Nursing
B.S.N., 1985;, M.S.N., 1992, California
State University, Dominguez Hills
LEW, WARREN, Professor (1990)
Philosophy
B.A., 1971, M.A., 1973, Ph.D., 1981,
University of California, Santa Barbara
LUPTON, JERI JENSEN, Professor (1977)
Child Development / Home Economics
B.A., M.A., California State University,
Long Beach
M
MACCONNAIRE, LYN, Dean,
Student Development (1972)
B.A., 1970; M.A., 1971, California State
University, Fullerton; Ph.D., 1987,
University of California, Santa Barbara
MADSEN, AMY S, Professor (1992)
English
B.A., 1984, M.A., 1991, California State
University, Northridge
MANSFIELD, CASEY, Professor (1991)
Construction/Drafting Technology
B.A., 1977, M.A., 1979, California
Polytechnic State University, San Luis
Obispo
MANSON, LAWRENCE H., Professor (1970)
Reading/English/History
A.B., 1967, San Diego State University;
M.A., 1969, University of California, Santa
Barbara
MARQUEZ, GREGORY J., Professor (1987)
English, English as a Second Language
B.A., 1967, State University of New York;
M.A., 1983, University of the Americas,
Mexico City
MATTHEWS-MORALES, LYDIA,
Professor (1991)
Mathematics
A.S.,1986, Mira Costa College; B.S.,
1989, M.A.,1991, University of California,
Santa Barbara
MILLEA, MICHELLE, Professor (1992)
Engineering/Mathematics
B.S., M.S., 1986, University of California,
Los Angeles
MILLER, JUDITH E., Professor (1999)
Nursing
M.S., 1984, M.P.H., 1995, University of
Hawaii, Manoa
MIRCETIC, NED, Professor (1990)
Physical Education/
Women’s Head Basketball Coach
A.A., 1974, Glendale Community College;
B.S., 1977, University of California, Los
Angeles; M.Ed., 1986, Azusa Pacific
University
MITCHELL, NANCY RAE, Professor (1990)
Nursing
Diploma, 1970, Lincoln General School of
Nursing; B.S.N., 1980, University of
Nebraska College of Nursing; M.S.N.,
1984, University of Texas at Austin
MOORE, DIANE, Dean, Liberal Arts/
Learning Resources (1976)
B.S., 1968, California State Polytechnic
University, San Luis Obispo; M.A., 1970,
Iowa State University; Ed.D., 1982,
University of LaVerne
MOORE, LAURI,
Professor (1996)
Sociology
B.A., 1985, M.A., 1990, California State
University, Fullerton
MORRIS, TERRY J., Professor (1997)
Physical Education/Coach
B.S., 1989, M.A., 1990, University of
Texas, El Paso
MORTENSEN, JERRY F., Assistant Dean,
Criminal Justice, Music, Public Safety
and Technology (1999)
B.S., 1964, Texas Lutheran University
MOSKOWITZ, ROBERT, Professor (1998)
Fine Arts
B.A., 1971, West Chester University; Four
year certificate, 1976, The Pennsylvania
Academy of the Fine Arts; M.F.A., 1979,
Washington University
MUNDELL, MEREDITH H.,
Associate Professor (1999)
Paramedic Studies
B.S.N., 1998, University of Phoenix
MUNOZ, PAULA, Professor (1975)
Extended Opportunity Program Services
(EOPS) Coordinator
B.A., 1973, California State University,
Northridge; M.S., 1975, University of
Wisconsin
N
NASRI, FARZEEN, Professor (1989)
Economics/Political Science
B.A, 1966, Tehran School of Business;
M.A., 1968, Tehran University School of
International Affairs; M.A., 1971, New
York University; Ph.D., 1976, New School
for Social Research
O
OLIVER, DAVID, Professor (1990)
Chemistry
B.S., 1977, M.S., 1979, California State
University, Long Beach
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O’NEILL, EARL R., Professor (1980)
Mathematics
B.A., 1970, University of California, Irvine;
M.A., 1975, California State University,
Long Beach
ORR, DOROTHY, Professor (1985)
Fine Art
B.F.A., 1969, Art Center College of
Design, Los Angeles; M.A., 1978,
California State University, Northridge
P
PALAFOX, JOHN, Professor (1971)
Business
B.B.A., 1955, Woodbury University; B.S.,
1962; M.S., 1968, University of Southern
California
PALLADINO, STEVE,
Professor (1999)
Geography
B.A., 1985, M.A., 1994, University of
California, Santa Barbara
PARDEE, TERRY, Professor (1996)
Anatomy/Physiology
B.A., 1971, M.S., 1981, California State
University, Northridge
PAULEY, MARK, Professor (1985)
Information Systems
A.A., 1981, Ventura College; B.S., 1983,
Southern Illinois University; M.A., 1993,
California Lutheran University
PEINADO, KELLY,
Assistant Professor (2000)
English
B.A., 1978, M.A., 1986, University of
California, Santa Barbara
PENUELA, ALAN,
Professor (1991)
Automotive Technology
B.A., 1974, California State University, Los
Angeles
PETER, CLAUDIA, Professor (1997)
Nursing
B.S.N., 1965, M.S.N., 1972, University of
Illinois, Chicago; Ed.D., 1996, Health
Care/Administration, University of
Southern California
POLLACK, DEBORAH H., Instructor (2004)
English
B.A., 1973, M.A., 1975, University of
California, Los Angeles
PORTER, ROBERT M.,
Associate Professor (1997)
Political Science
B.A., 1985, University of California, Santa
Barbara; M.A., 1987, University of
California, Los Angeles; Ph.D., 1998,
University of California, Santa Barbara
Q
QUINT, RICHARD A., Professor (1985)
Mathematics
B.S., 1966, California Institute of
Technology; M.A., 1971, University of
Maryland
QUON, W. STEVE, Professor (1991)
Physics/Astronomy
B.S., 1968, M.A., 1970, Ph.D., 1974,
University of Southern California
R
RABE, P. SCOT, Professor (1984)
Machine Technology
B.A., 1979, California State University,
Long Beach
RENGER, ROBERT, Dean,
Arts and Sciences (1972)
B.A., 1968, M.A., 1971, Ph.D., 1974,
University of California, Santa Barbara
REYNOLDS, DAVID, Instructor (2004)
Mathematics
B.A., 1998, University of California, Santa
Cruz (2 degrees); M.A., 2002, University
of California, San Diego
RIVERE, EDELWINA, Professor (1991)
Psychology
B.A., 1971, M.S., 1974, California State
University, Los Angeles; Ph.D., 1978,
University of Southern California
ROBINSON, J. A. , Professor (1992)
Psychology
B.A., 1978, Bishop College, Dallas, Texas;
M.S., 1980, Jacksonville State University,
Alabama; Ph.D., 1984, University of
Wisconsin
ROCKWOOD, CHARLES, Professor (1981)
Automotive Technology
A.A., 1972, Santa Barbara City College,
Certified Master Automotive Technician
ROSALES, GEORGE, Professor (1991)
Physical Education/Coach
B.S., 1969, M.A., 1983, California State
University, Los Angeles
ROVAI, LINDA A., Professor (1996)
EAC, Counseling
B.A., 1971, Humboldt State; M.S., 1977,
California State University, Hayward; M.A.,
1985, University of California, Santa
Barbara
RUBENSTEIN, LINDA, Professor
(1980-81, 2002)
Coordinator, Off-Campus Programs
B.S., 1969, California State University, Los
Angeles; MBA, 1977, California State
Polytechnic University, Pomona
RUSH, PATRICIA, Professor (1989)
Spanish
B.A., 1969, M.A., 1972, California State
University, Los Angeles
S
SANCHEZ, HECTOR, Instructor (2004)
Counselor, Educational Opportunity
Programs and Services
A.A., 1990, Glendale Community College;
B.A., 1992, University of California, Los
Angeles; M.S., 2003, University of
LaVerne
SANCHEZ, TOMÁS, Professor
(1991, M.C., 2004, V.C.)
History
B.A., California State University,
Northridge; M.A., University of California,
Santa Barbara
SANDFORD, ARTHUR J.,
Professor (1991)
Spanish
B.A., 1983, California Polytechnic State
University, San Luis Obispo; M.A., 1992,
California State University, Northridge
SCHOENROCK, KATHRYN, Professor (1989)
Reading
B.A., 1979, M.A., 1981, University of
California, Santa Barbara
SCOTT, KATHLEEN, Professor (1995)
English
B.A., 1990, M.A., 1994, California State
University, Northridge
SELZLER, JAMES (JOE), Instructor (2004)
Chemistry
B.S., 1993, Georgia Institute of
Technology; M.S., 1995, University of
California, Irvine
SEZZI, PETER, Instructor (2004)
Associate Librarian
A.A., 1997, Ventura College; B.A., 1999,
M.L.I.S., 2002, University of California,
Los Angeles
SIMMONS, ISAIAH, Professor (1978)
Counseling
B.S., 1967, Knoxville College; M.A., 1973;
Ph.D., 1976, Syracuse University
SLATON, ALICE M., Professor (1969)
French/Computer Literacy
B.A., 1965; M.A., 1966; Ph.D., 1975,
University of California, Los Angeles;
Interactive Video Certificates: University of
Nebraska, Lincoln; Sony Institute, Los
Angeles; Parke Institute, Logan Utah;
M.B.A., 1996, California Lutheran
University
SMITH, CAROL B., Professor (1979)
Nursing
B.A., 1966, City University of New York;
M.S.N., 1971, New York Medical College
Graduate School of Nursing
SMITH, JOAN E., Executive Vice President
(2000)
B.S., 1975, University of Wisconsin,
Stevens Point; M.S., 1976, University of
Wisconsin-Stout; Ed.D., 1988, Nova
University
STARK, INGER, Instructor (2004)
Sociology
B.A., 1996, University of California, Davis;
M.A., 1999, Ph.D. [all but dissertation]
University of California, Santa Cruz
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STAUFFER, JEFFERY D., Professor (1974)
Business/Supervision
B.A., 1967, Brigham Young University;
M.A., 1972, Ball State University; M.A.E.,
California Lutheran University; Ed.D.,
1982, University of La Verne
SUEL, TIM, Professor (1985)
EOPS, Counseling
B.S., 1970, California State University, Los
Angeles; M.A., 1971, M.S., 1977,
University of Southern California
T
TAFT, BURNS, Professor (1969)
Music
B.M., 1961, Yankton College; M.M., 1963,
University of Colorado; D.M.A., 1970,
University of Southern California
TENNEN, ELAINE, Coordinator,
Student Health Center (1986)
B.S.N., 1973; M.N., 1979, University of
California, Los Angeles; Family Nurse
Practitioner, College Health Nurse
Practitioner and Nursing Education
THIEMAN, WILLIAM J., Professor (1970)
Biology/Biotechnology
B.A., 1966, California State University,
Northridge; M.A., 1968, University of
California, Los Angeles
THOMASSIN, STEVEN, Professor (1981)
Mathematics/Philosophy
B.A., 1970, M.S., 1972, California State
University, Northridge
TOBIAS, STEPHEN D., Dean,
Health and Human Performance (1971)
A.A., 1967, Ventura College; B.A., 1969,
M.A., 1971, Sacramento State College
TOTH, MYRA, Professor (1985)
Fine Art
B.A., 1965, Mills College, Oakland; M.A.,
1968, San Francisco State College
TURNER, STEVEN,
Assistant Professor (2000)
Educational Assistance Center
B.A., 1988, California State University,
Fresno; M.S., 1999, San Diego State
University
V
VARELA, JAY F., Professor (1986)
Theater Arts/English
B.S., 1959, Loyola University; M.A., 1964,
University of California, Los Angeles
VENTURA, DEBORAH, Professor (1990)
English
B.A., 1978, M.A., 1988, University of
California, Santa Barbara
VRAJICH, NICK, Professor (1999)
Manufacturing Technology
B.V.E., 1976; M.A., 1978, California State
University, Los Angeles; Ph.D., 1983,
Colorado State University, Fort Collins,
Colorado
W
WAGNER, JOHN W., Professor (1981)
English
A.B., 1969, Columbia University; M.A.,
1976, California State University, Los
Angeles
WALTZER, SIMON P., Professor (1989)
English/Speech
B.A., 1970, Hebrew University of
Jerusalem, Israel; M.A., 1972, Kings
College, London, England
WEINSTOCK, CAROL, Professor (1992)
Journalism
B.A., 1963, University of Manitoba,
Canada; M.A., 1978, California State
University, Northridge
WENDT, PATRICIA, Instructor (2001)
EAC, Counseling
B.A., 1993, M.S., 1995, California State
University, Fresno
WINSLOW, GREG, Professor (1999)
Physical Education
B.A., 1988, California State University,
Fresno; M.A., 1992, California State
University, Bakersfield
WYMER, GEORGE E., Professor (1968)
English
B.A., 1967, M.A., 1968, Chico State
University
Y
YOSHIMOTO, HIROKO, Professor (1970)
Fine Arts
B.A., 1965, M.A., 1967, University of
California, Los Angeles
Z
ZACHARIAS, MARY, Professor (1995)
Nursing
B.S.N., 1972, University of California, San
Francisco; M.S.N., 1981, University of
California, San Francisco
EMERITUS FACULTY
*indicates deceased
A
ACKER, PAUL R., Professor
Sociology, Philosophy
ANDERSON, GEORGE R., Professor
Physical Education
ANSON, HERBERT F., Professor
Mathematics
ARITA, GEORGE S., Professor
Biology
B
BARRON, EDWIN H., Professor
Theater Arts
BARSCH, JEFFREY R., Professor
Learning Disability Specialist
BEAHAN, RITA C., Professor
Coordinator, Student Health Services
BERGSTROM, MARVIN H., Dean
Admissions & Records
BERTOLINO, THOMAS R., Professor
Engineering/Mathematics
BODLE, YVONNE GALLEGOS, Professor
Business
BOWERS, ORLENE, Professor
Coordinator, Special Education
BOWKER, ELIZABETH, Professor
Mathematics
BRAUN, MADALINE R., Professor
Counseling
C
CAMARILLO, J. ROBERT, Professor
Criminal Justice
*CARR, RUTH W., Professor
Physical Education
*CASELLA, ORLEY A., Professor
Biology
CASTREN, JAMES H., Professor
Life Sciences
CHRISTOPHER, ALBERT S., Professor
Machining Technology
CLODIUS, ALBERT H., Professor
Philosophy/History
COLLINS, BRUCE, Professor
English
CONN, EDITH R., Professor
Physical Education/English
COOK, DONALD E., Professor
Economics
COOPER, CARLISLE C., Professor
Art
CRESON, BETTY, Professor
Learning Disabilities Specialist
CULMBACK, BARRETT, Professor
Philosophy
CURTIS, GERALD R., Professor
Engineering, Electronics
D
DAHL, CHARLES C., Professor
Engineering
DREW, THOMAS F., Professor
English
DUNLAP, JERRY D., Professor
Physical Education
E
EDWARDS, MARGARET P., Professor
Music
EMMA, THOMAS K., Professor
English
EMRICK, JOHN W., Professor
History
EVANS, JOYCE MASON, Professor
American Indian History/Women’s History
EVERTON, THOMAS, Professor
Chemistry
F
FALXA, LARRY, Professor
Learning Disabilities
FARRELL, JACK M., Professor
Botany, Biology
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FICKERSON, BERT F., Professor
Chemistry
FOX, WILLIAM K., Professor
Biological Sciences
FRISBY, NORMA LYDIA, Professor
Business
G
GAMMON, JOYCE, Professor
Interpersonal Communication, Speech,
English
GANNATAL, PAUL, Professor
Physical Education
GIBBS, ROBERT R., Professor
Divisional Director, Mathematics/Natural
Sciences, Physics
GILMOND, LEO, Professor
Welding
GLENN, RICHARD A., President
GONZALES, JESUS, Professor
English
GREENE, FRANK J., Professor
Information Systems
H
HABERMAN, LeROY D., Professor
Theater Arts
HEYWOOD, ARTHUR H., Professor
Mathematics
HIGBY, LOLA J., Professor
Nursing
HOFFMAN, BARBARA J., Professor
Counseling
HOLT, CHERYL E., Professor
Physical Education, Aquatics
HOWE, CAROL, Professor
Mathematics
HUGHES, THOMAS G., Professor
Chemistry
HUSTED, MORRIS E., Professor
English
I
ISHIKAWA, CHADWICK K., Professor
Counseling
J
JACKSON, DONALD, Professor
Music
JAMES, RICHARD E., Professor
Physical Education
JARVIS, HARRIETTE H., Professor
Music, Speech
JOHN, RANDY W., Professor
Psychology
JOHNSON, GARY E., Dean
Social Sciences/Humanities
JUMP, ELLIS, L., Professor
Fine Art
K
KAJIHARA, HITOSHI, H., Professor
Engineering/Mathematics
KELLY, ROBERT C., Professor
Chemistry
KOCH, GERD H., Professor
Art
KONCZAL, DOLORES, Professor
Special Education
L
LANNING, GEORGE, Vice President
Administrative Services
LARSEN, GAYLORD D., Professor
ITV/AV Media Specialist, Speech
LEVEL, HOWARD R., Professor
Geology, Geography
LEWIS, GARY R., Professor
Welding
LONG, ROBERT W., President
*LOVEWELL, CARLYLE C., Professor
Counseling
M
MALLORY, NORMAN, Professor
English
MARSHALL, BRIAN, Professor
Physical Education
MASON, MARTIN, Professor
Physical Education
MATLEY, BEN G., Professor
Mathematics
McCONNELL, JOHN E.W., Professor
Chemistry, Department Head; Chemistry
McDANNOLD, THOMAS A., Professor
Geology, Geography
McENROE, WILLIAM, Professor
Art
McGANN, MICHAEL, Professor
Mathematics
McNEELY, GEORGE B., Dean
Dean of Men, Agriculture
McPHERSON, RUTH D., Professor
Political Science, History
*McWILLIAMS, GEORGE N., Professor
Clinical Psychology
MICHAELSON, PATRICIA J., Professor
Instructor/Department Head-Home
Economics
MORGAN, JEAN M., Professor
Director, Instructional Resource Center
*MORRIS (Eckel), CATHERINE P.,
Professor
Nursing Education
N
NICOLET, ERIC J., Vice President
Instruction
NORTHWAY, LYDIA, Professor
Home Economics
O
OHARA, MARICARMEN, Professor
Spanish
O’NEILL, MARGARET E., Professor
Counseling
O’NEILL, TERENCE P., Professor
History
O’NEILL, THOMAS B., Professor
Microbiology/Biology
*ORNELAS, CARLOS, Professor
Political Science/Chicano Studies
OWEN, EARL BEN, Professor
Language Arts
P
PAILLETTE, DONALD D., Professor
History, Political Science
PASSNO, PHILLIP E., Professor
Physical Education
PHELPS, RICHARD W., Professor
Fine Arts, Art
POPIEL, JON E., Professor
English
R
RAGUSE, PATRICIA M., Professor
Facilitator, Athletics, Physical Education
RAMELLI, WILLIAM F., Professor
Geology
REDDING, MARGARET ANN, Professor
Biology, Physiology
RIGBY, LAVAR N., Professor
Mathematics
RITHNER, ROBERT Y., Professor
English
ROBINSON, WILLIAM H., Professor
Mathematics
ROBLES, DAVID O., Professor
Counseling
RODRIGUES, DONALD F., Professor
Agriculture
ROE, THOMAS A., Professor
Photography
ROLFF, KARLA, Professor
Anthropology
ROLLINS, WILLIAM V., Professor
Business
ROSEMOND, HARRY, Professor
Reading
ROSS, JEANETTE M., Professor
Student Health Services Coordinator
S
SATTLER, FRANCIS J., Professor
Automotive Technology
SCHEELE, PAUL C., Professor
Counseling
SCHILLER, HOWARD L., Professor
Administration of Justice
SCHULTZ, DEANNA, Professor
Psychology
SEELY, MICHAEL K., Professor
Director, Instructional Support Services
SIFUENTES, OCTAVIO A., Professor
Associate Librarian
SMITH, DON, L., Professor
English
SMITH, LeROY, G., Professor
Psychology
*SMITHSON, JOHN L., Professor
Divisional Director, Technology
STALLINGS, LARRY, Professor
Horticulture, Floriculture
STEVENS, L. MILDRED, Professor
Psychology
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STEVENSON, DENI, Professor
English
T
TAUCK, WILLIAM H., Professor
Physics
TERRY, COLIN, Professor
Physics
THOLL, ROBERT B., Dean
College Services
THOMAS, ELIZA W., Professor
Nursing Education
TREGURTHA, RITA RAE, Professor
English
TRUE, BETTY, Professor
Home Economics
TUCKER, SHIRLEY A., Professor
Home Economics
TUFTS, ROBERT J., Professor
Physical Science
TURSE, EMANUEL P. Jr., Professor
Counseling
V
VEDVIK, NORMA M., Professor
Physical Education
VILLENEUVE, DONALD A., Professor
Anthropology, Biology
VOLZ, DIANE, Professor
Journalism
W
WALLACE, EUGENE W., Professor
Chemistry
WASHINGTON, OLA V., Professor
African-American/U.S. History
WEBSTER, SUSAN A., Professor
Counselor for Disabled Students
WEESNER, JAMES M., Professor
Counseling
WEST, STEWART W., Professor
Music
WHALEN, JAMES A., Professor
Physical Education
*WILLIAMSON, MARGUERITE S., Professor
Nursing Education
WINTER, LOIS L., Professor
Counseling
WOLFE, GLEN A., Professor
Chemistry
WOOLLEY, JOHN L., Vice President
Student Services
WRIGHT, CLYDIE, Professor
Nursing Education
Z
ZABOSKI, RON, Professor
Counseling
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APPENDICES
APPENDIX I
Student Conduct Code
Standards of Student Conduct (E.C.S. 66300)
In joining the academic community, the student enjoys the right
and shares the responsibility in exercising the freedom to learn.
Like other members of the academic community, students are
expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the standards
of the college that are designed to perpetuate its educational
purposes. 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. A charge of misconduct may be
imposed upon a student for violating provisions of college
regulations and the state education and administrative codes.
When a student is subject to a charge of misconduct, such charge
shall be processed in accordance with the following policy and
procedure.
Disciplinary action may be imposed upon a student by an
instructor, an administrator, or the governing board for proven
misconduct or actual violation of specified college rules and state
regulations. Instructors and administrators may place students on
probation or temporary exclusion with respect to actions in a
classroom, on campus, or at a college-sponsored activity within
the procedures specified in this document. The Dean of Programs
and Services or designee shall have the power to impose
suspension and to recommend expulsion.
Students are subject to charges of misconduct for any of the
following acts on college-owned or controlled proper ty or at a
college-sponsored activity:
1. Willful disobedience to directions of college officials acting in
performance of their duties.
2. 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.
3. Dishonesty, such as cheating, or knowingly furnishing false
information to the college.
4. Unauthorized entry to or use of the college facilities.
5. Forgery, alteration, or misuse of college documents, records
or identification.
6. Obstruction or disruption of classes, administration,
disciplinary procedures, or authorized college activities.
7. Theft of or damage to proper ty or possession of stolen
proper ty belonging to the college, a member of the college
community or a campus visitor.
8. Disorderly, lewd, indecent, or offensive conduct.
9. Obscene, libelous or slanderous expression, or expression
which so incites students as to create a clear and present
danger of the commission of unlawful acts on the college’s
campus, the violation of lawful college regulations or the
substantial disruption of the college’s orderly operation.
10. 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.
11. Use, possession, distribution of alcoholic beverages,
narcotics, hallucinogenic drugs, marijuana, or other
dangerous drugs; or presence on campus while under the
influence of alcoholic beverages, narcotics, hallucinogenic
drugs, marijuana, or other dangerous drugs, except as
expressly permitted by law.
12. Possession, while on the college campus or at an on- or offcampus
college-sponsored function, of any of the following
weapons (except persons given permission by the College
President or his or her designated representatives or
members of the law enforcement agencies, such as police
officers: any instrument or weapon of the kind commonly
known as blackjack, sling shot, fire bomb, billy club,
sandclub, sandbag, metal knuckles; any dirk, dagger,
firearm, (loaded or unloaded), such as pistol, revolver, rifle,
etc.; any knife having a blade longer than five inches; any
switchblade longer than two inches; any razor with an
unguarded blade; any metal pipe or bar used or intended to
be used as a club; or any item used to threaten bodily harm.
Student Conduct: Disciplinary Action
Student conduct must conform to the student rules of conduct
established by the Governing Board of Trustees of the Ventura
County Community College District in collaboration with college
administrators and students. Violations of such rules are subject
to the following types of disciplinary actions, which are to be
administered by appropriate college authorities against students
who stand in violation. The Ventura County Community College
District has established due process for the administration of the
penalties enumerated here. Penalties are listed in degree of
severity. College authorities will determine the appropriate
penalty(ies):
1. WARNING* -- Notice to the student that continuation or
repetition of specified conduct may be cause for other
disciplinary action.
2. REPRIMAND* -- Written reprimand for violation of specified
rules. A reprimand serves to place on record that a student’s
conduct in a specific instance does not meet the standards
expected at the college. A person receiving a reprimand is
notified that this is a warning that continued conduct of the
type described in the reprimand may result in a formal action
against the student.
*NOTE: Warnings and reprimands may be appealed directly
to the President. They are not subject to a student conduct
hearing.
3. DISCIPLINARY PROBATION -- Exclusion from par ticipation in
privileges or extracurricular college activities set for th in the
notice of disciplinary probation involves notification in
writing of the reason for disciplinary probation to the
student(s) or president of the student organization involved.
4. RESTITUTION -- Reimbursement for damage or for
misappropriation of proper ty. Reimbursement may take the
form of appropriate service to repair or otherwise
compensate for damage.
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5. SUMMARY SUSPENSION -- A summary suspension is for
purposes of investigation. It is a means of relieving the
tension of the student body or individual class due to a
serious infraction of student behavior standards, removing a
threat to the well-being of the students, or removing for the
good order of the college a student or students whose
presence would prevent the continued normal conduct of the
academic community. Summary suspension is limited to that
period of time necessary to insure that the purpose of the
summary suspension is accomplished and in any case, no
more than a maximum of five school days. Summary
suspension is a type of suspension other than that ordinarily
invoked by the instructor for disciplinary reasons in the
classroom. The College President, Dean of Programs and
Services, or other staff member designated by the President
may summarily suspend a student when he or she deems it
necessary for the safety and welfare of the college.
6. DISCIPLINARY SUSPENSION -- Disciplinary suspension
follows a hearing based on due process. It shall be invoked
by the College President, appropriate administrator, or other
staff member designated by the President, upon the student
for misconduct when other corrective measures have failed
or when the seriousness of the situation warrants such
action.
7. EXPULSION -- An expulsion is a long term or permanent
denial of all campus privileges including class attendance.
The governing board may expel a student who has been
convicted of a crime arising out of a campus disturbance, or
after a hearing by a campus body, and has been found to
have willfully disrupted the orderly operation of the campus.
Student Conduct: Due Process
I. PRELIMINARY ACTION
A. The Dean of Programs and Services or designee shall
receive and may issue any charge of alleged misconduct
made against a student by another student, faculty member,
administrator, or classified personnel. Such person shall sign
and submit a written statement specifying the time(s),
place(s), and nature of the alleged misconduct.
B. The Dean of Programs and Services or designee shall confer
with the student for the purpose of advising the student of
the charge, possible sanctions imposed upon him or her and
his or her rights under college regulations, state and federal
laws.
C. The Dean of Programs and Services or designee may also
procure information relating to the charge from the student
and other persons or sources. Whenever appropriate, the
Vice President/designee of student services shall assess, or
cause to have assessed, damage to proper ty and injury to
persons or other forms of misconduct.
D. At this point, the Dean of Programs and Services or designee
may take any of the following actions:
1. Dismiss the charge for lack of merit.
2. Issue a warning or letter of reprimand.
3. Place the student on disciplinary probation, require
restitution, place on summary or disciplinary suspension.
4. Recommend expulsion.
5. Remand the case to a student conduct hearing.
E. At this time, if the student does not accept the decision of
the Dean of Programs and Services or designee, the
Executive Vice President/designee of student learning shall
arrange for the meeting of the student conduct hearing
committee following the procedures outlined in sections II
and III of this document.
II. COMPOSITION OF STUDENT CONDUCT HEARING COMMITTEE
The student conduct hearing committee, hereafter referred to
as the hearing committee, shall be set up as follows:
A. One student, one faculty member, and one administrator
(other than the Dean of Programs and Services or designee
and his or her immediate staff). These persons are appointed
by the College President.
B. The President shall designate the chairperson of the hearing
committee.
C. A minimum of one committee shall be selected annually.
D. Upon notification of the committee composition, each par ty is
allowed one peremptory challenge, excluding the
chairperson.
E. A quorum shall consist of all three members of the
committee.
F. The chairperson will allow any proposed member of the
committee to decline par ticipation in the hearing.
III. FORMAL HEARING PROCEDURES
A. A hearing will be called by the chairperson within 15 working
days of receipt of the Dean of Programs and Services or
designee request.
B. Both par ties will be asked to attend the hearing and will be
given sufficient notice in writing as to the time and place.
Notice shall be given by cer tified mail at least five working
days prior to the hearing date.
C. At the time of the hearing, the chairperson shall state the
charge. The committee shall hear testimony, examine
witnesses and receive all evidence per taining to the charge.
D. Both par ties shall have the right to present statements,
testimony, evidence and witnesses. Each party shall have the
right to be represented by a single advisor but not a licensed
attorney.
E. The accused person and/or representative may be present as
well as the aggrieved person and/or his or her representative.
No other persons except scheduled single witnesses and the
hearing committee members shall be present.
F. The person making the charge shall assume the burden of
proof. The rule of confidentiality shall prevail at all stages of
the hearing.
G. The hearing committee shall judge the relevancy and weight
of testimony and evidence. It shall make its findings of fact
and limit its investigation to the formal charge. It shall also
make a recommendation for disposition of the charge to the
College President. Actions in this procedure shall be
completed within five working days.
H. The hearing committee shall submit its findings of fact and
recommend action to both par ties and to the President of the
College. Upon receipt of the findings and recommendations,
the President of the College shall:
1. Concur with the committee’s recommendation, or
2. Not concur with the committee’s recommendation, or
3. Take alternative action.
4. The College President shall state in writing the reasons
for the action taken on the committee’s
recommendations. The President shall act within ten
working days.
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I. If either par ty does not agree with the decision of the College
President at this time, an appeal may be made to the
Chancellor of the Ventura County Community College
District; if he or she is still dissatisfied with the decision, an
appeal may be made to the governing board who shall render
the final decision.
J. Records of all proceedings will be maintained by the College
President in accordance with rules of confidentiality and
board/state/federal laws, rules, regulations and contracts.
Inser tion of information regarding a case in an employee’s
personnel record will only be made in compliance with
board/ state/federal laws, rules, regulations and contracts.
APPENDIX II
Student Grievance Procedure
I. PURPOSE
Students are encouraged to pursue academic studies and
other college-sponsored activities in order to promote
intellectual growth and personal development. In seeking
these ends, students should be free from improper
interference by other members of the college community. A
grievance may be initiated by a student whenever the
student believes that he or she has been subject to unjust
actions or denied normal student rights as stipulated in
college regulations and in the state education and
administrative codes. A grievance may be initiated by a
student against any other student or any employee of the
College.
II. DEFINITION
A grievance is an allegation of unjust action or denial of
student rights. A grievance exists only when a specific
educational wrong has occurred to a single student. This
wrong must involve an unjust action or denial of student
rights as defined in a specified college, college district or
superior legal covenant or judgment. A grievance exists only
when such an error or offense has some demonstrably
correctable result. The outcome of a grievance must produce
a tangible benefit to the student complaining or an actual
redress of the wrong rather than a punishment for the person
or persons found in error.
III. PROCEDURES
A. INFORMAL PROCESSES
When a student believes that a personal injustice has
been sustained, an attempt should first be made to
resolve the concern by informal means. Consultation
should be made with the student, faculty member,
administrator or classified person involved in order to
seek direct resolution. If this process fails or, for some
reason, cannot be accomplished, the aggrieved student
should confer with the direct supervisor of the person
allegedly causing the problem. If both of these steps are
unsuccessful, the aggrieved student should discuss the
problem with the Executive Vice President of Student
Learning (for all programs and services controlled by this
person) or the Dean of Programs and Services or
designee (for all other college programs and services).
B. FORMAL PROCESSES
If the aggrieved student believes that the informal
consultation processes mentioned in section A have
failed, the procedures and rules described below must
be followed by both the student and the College. This
process represents the formal grievance procedure of the
College. However, the entire formal grievance process
shall be discontinued at any time the par ties can
informally agree on a mutually satisfactory result. All
formal records will be destroyed in this instance.
Resolution of grievances may not abrogate state or
federal laws and applicable governing board rules and
policies.
1. A College grievance committee shall be established
by the College President at the opening of each
academic year. This committee shall be composed of
one faculty member, one enrolled student and one
administrator. The chairperson will be designated by
the President. Committee members are appointed by
and serve at the pleasure of the President. If, in the
judgment of either par ticipant in a formal grievance
or the President, a conflict of interest or bias exists
with any committee member, that member will be
excused and a substitute appointed for the case in
question only.
A formal grievance must be filed with the Dean of
Programs and Services or designee within 90
calendar days of the final event in a sequence of
events, if any. The 90-day period shall commence on
the day of the event or on the day of first knowledge
of the event by the complaining par ty. Proof of the
latter delayed date is the responsibility of the
complaining par ty.
2. A formal grievance exists when the Dean of Programs
and Services or designee receives a signed written
charge specifying the time, place and nature of the
injury from the aggrieved student. This written
charge should be dated and must be on behalf of an
individual student only. Group or class action
grievances are not permitted. This charge must also
clearly specify the informal consultation attempts
made and described in Section A.
3. The Dean of Programs and Services or designee will
verify the completeness of the written charge and
present the charge to the grievance committee within
ten working days of receipt.
4. The grievance committee will review the charges
made (section B.2) within five working days and
request a response in writing from the person
accused. This person must reply within ten working
days. Upon receipt of this response, the committee
shall meet and recommend to the President that (a)
the case be dismissed or (b) reasonable cause for a
hearing exists. This action must take place within five
working days.
5. The President will then either dismiss the case with
the reasons set out in writing to both par ties or
request that the grievance committee hold a formal
hearing. The President must take this action within
five working days of receipt from the committee
(section B.4).
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6. Formal hearing procedures:
a. A hearing will be called by the chairperson
within 15 working days of receipt of the
President’s request (section B.5).
b. Both parties will be asked to attend the hearing
and will be given sufficient notice in writing as
to the time and place. Notice shall be given by
cer tified mail at least five working days prior to
the hearing date.
c. At the time of the hearing, the chairperson shall
state the charge. The committee shall hear
testimony, examine witnesses and receive all
evidence pertaining to the charge.
d. Both par ties shall have the right to present
statements, testimony, evidence and witnesses.
Each par ty shall have the right to be represented
by a single advisor but not a licensed attorney.
e. The accused person and/or representative may be
present as well as the aggrieved person and/or his
or her representative. No other persons except
scheduled single witnesses and the grievance
committee members shall be present.
f. The person making the charge shall assume the
burden of proof. The rule of confidentiality shall
prevail at all stages of the hearing.
g. The committee shall judge the relevancy and
weight of testimony and evidence. It shall make
its findings of fact and limit its investigation to
the formal charge. It shall also make a
recommendation for disposition of the charge to
the College President. Actions in this procedure
shall be completed within five working days.
h. The committee shall submit its findings of fact
and recommended actions to both parties and to
the President of the College. Upon receipt of the
findings and recommendations, the President of
the College shall:
(1) Concur with the committee’s
recommendation, or
(2) Not concur with the committee’s
recommendation, or
(3) Take alternative action.
(4) The College President shall state in writing
the reasons for the action taken on the
committee’s recommendation. The
President shall act within ten working days.
i. If either party does not agree with the decision of
the College President at this time, an appeal may
be made to the Chancellor of the Ventura County
Community College District; if he or she is still
dissatisfied with the decision, an appeal may be
made to the governing board who shall render the
final decision.
j. Records of all proceedings shall be maintained
by the College president in accordance with
rules of confidentiality and board/state/federal
laws, rules, regulations and contracts. Inser tion
of information regarding a case in an
employee’s personnel record will only be made
in compliance with board/state/federal laws,
rules, regulations and contracts.
The student grievance appeal is contained in the Board Policy
Manual. Appeals to the governing board may be made only when
all other steps in the procedure have been completed and when
there is an identifiable remedy for the grievance. Appeals to the
governing board shall be made in writing and shall specify
exactly why the student feels the governing board should review
the decision. If it is felt that proper procedures were not properly
followed, then the appeal should specify what procedures were
not properly followed and how the alleged errors affected the
outcome. The governing board shall review the written records of
the proceedings and any related materials.
The board may, after reviewing all materials, allow individuals
to make statements to the board or may request clarification of
facts from the President or clarification regarding the committee’s
deliberations from the grievance committee chairperson.
Appeals of the decision of the Chancellor must be made within
15 days of receipt of the result.
APPENDIX III
Privacy Rights Governing Student Records
Pursuant to the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act,
the California Education Code (section 76240 et al) and the
California Administrative Code Title V, the colleges of the Ventura
County Community College District establish and maintain
information on students relevant to admission, registration,
academic history, career, student benefits or services, extracurricular
activities, counseling and guidance, discipline or
matters related to student conduct, and shall establish and
maintain such information required by law. All such records are
maintained under the direction of the Dean of Student
Development and the Dean of Programs and Services.
The colleges of this District maintain directory information
which may be released to the public without the written consent
of the student: student’s name, address, telephone number, and
place of bir th, major or field of study, par ticipation in officially
recognized activities and spor ts, weight and height of athletic
teams, dates of attendance, degrees, certificates and awards
received, the most recent previous public and private schools
attended by the student.
Directory information will be released to branches of the
United States military services in compliance with the Solomon
Act, and may be released to other par ties in accordance with
section 76240 of the California Ed. Code. No directory
information shall be released regarding any student or former
student who has notified the District or any college thereof in
writing that such information shall not be released. Such
requests shall be addressed to the Dean of Student Development.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords
students cer tain rights with respect to their education records.
These rights include:
(1) The right to inspect and review the student's education
record within 45 days of the day the College receives a request
for access.
Students should submit to the Registrar written requests that
identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The College official
will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the
time and place where the records may be inspected. If the
records are not maintained by the College official to whom the
request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of
the correct official to whom the request should be addressed.
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(2) The right to request the amendment of the student's
education records that the student believes is inaccurate.
Students may ask the College to amend a record that they
believe is inaccurate. Such request shall be made in writing to
the registrar, clearly identify the par t of the record they want
changed, and specify why it is inaccurate.
If the College decides not to amend the record as requested
by the student, the College will notify the student of the decision
and advise the student of his or her right to appeal regarding the
request for amendment. Additional information regarding the
appeal procedures will be provided to the student when notified
of the right to a hearing.
(3) The right to consent to disclosures of personally
identifiable information contained in the student's education
records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure
without consent.
One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is
disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational
interests. A school official is a person employed by the College
District in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research,
or support staff position (including law enforcement unit
personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom the
College District has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or
collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; or
a person serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary
or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in
performing his or her tasks.
A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the
official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his
or her professional responsibility. In compliance with section
76222 of the California Education Code, a log or record shall be
maintained of persons, agencies or organizations requesting and
receiving information from a student record. Also pursuant to
code, such log or record will not include the following:
1. A student to whom access is granted pursuant to Section
76230 to the Ed. Code.
2. Parties to whom directory information is released
pursuant to Section 76240.
3. Parties for whom written consent is executed by the
student pursuant to Section 76242.
4. Officials or employees having a legitimate educational
interest pursuant to section 76243(a).
Such record shall be open to inspection only by the student
and the college official or his or her designee responsible for the
maintenance of students records, and to the Comptroller General
of the United States, the Secretary of Education an
administrative head of an education agency as defined in Public
Law 93-380, and a state educational authorities as a means of
auditing the operation of the system.
(4) The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of
Education concerning alleged failures by the College to
comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and
address of the Office that administers FERPA are:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Depar tment of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202-4605
Students, for a fee determined by the Board, may request
copies of their records.
APPENDIX IV
Academic Freedom
The teacher is entitled to full freedom in research and in the
publication of the results, subject to the adequate performance
of other academic duties; but research for pecuniary return
should be based upon an understanding with the authorities of
the institution.
The teacher is entitled to freedom in the classroom in
discussing his
or her subject, but should be careful not to introduce into the
teaching controversial matter which has no relation to the
subject.
The college or university teacher is a citizen, a member of a
learned
profession, and an officer of an educational institution. When a
teacher speaks or writes as a citizen, he or she should be free
from institutional censorship or discipline, but this special
position in the community imposes special obligations. As a
person of learning and an educational officer, a teacher should
remember that the public may judge the teaching profession and
the institution by his or her utterances. Hence a teacher should
at all times be accurate, should exercise appropriate restraint,
should respect others’ opinions, and should make every effor t to
indicate that he or she is not an institutional spokesman.
NOTE: The Board approves the preceding statements on
academic freedom as a basic policy expression. However, it
wishes to fur ther emphasize the responsibility of the teacher to
present, to the best of a person’s ability, the pros and cons of
such controversial ideas as he or she may discuss under this
policy and to use language which is in keeping with accepted
contemporary standards in higher education. [C.12(a), Board
Policy Manual].
Teaching Controversial Subjects - Citizens in a free society
should be afforded the oppor tunity to examine varying points of
view regarding the major issues presented to them. In the
discussion of controversial issues, the colleges of the District
shall provide suitable learning materials and relevant data in an
atmosphere of objectivity and respect for others which will
insure balanced presentations of these subjects. [Section.
C.12(b), Board Policy Manual].
Guest Speakers
It is recognized that educational programs may be enhanced
by using appropriate guest speakers to provide various points of
view. Instructors inviting guest classroom speakers carry the
same obligation for creating a balance and responsible
presentation of controversial issues as described in the note in
C.12.a, e.g., while a guest speaker may represent one point of
view, it is the instructor’s responsibility to balance the speaker’s
presentation within the context of the total course. Guest
speakers invited to speak at the College in other than a
classroom setting must be approved in advance by the president
or designated authorities.
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APPENDIX V
Solicitation
The solicitation, selling, exposing for sale, offering to sell, or
endorsing any goods, ar ticles, wares, services or merchandise
of any nature whatsoever for the purpose of influencing lease,
rental or sale at a college is prohibited except by written
permission of the District Chancellor, President of the college or
the President’s designee. This policy applies to all students,
staff and citizens.
Nothing in this policy shall be construed to revoke the rights
and privileges of students and staff as specifically granted by
education code sections and board policy with regard to fundraising
activities, examinations of instructional materials, or other
activities sanctioned by federal, state, and local regulations.
APPENDIX VI
Publicity Code and Information Dissemination
Students wishing to post, display, distribute, or otherwise
make known an activity, event or other piece of information
should seek advance approval from the Student Activities Office.
This policy applies to all printed material distributed by students
on the Ventura College campus, including but not limited to all
petitions, circulars, leaflets, newspapers, and all materials
displayed on bulletin boards, kiosks, signboards, or other such
display areas. In no case should printed materials be placed on
lamp poles, buildings, windows, doors, retaining walls, painted
surfaces, sidewalks, plans, and other such places.
All printed materials should be clearly designed to meet the
needs of students, staff, and faculty; and the event, activity or
program should be of obvious benefit to members of the campus
community. All posted materials must display the Ventura
College approval stamp. Persons posting materials will be
responsible for their prompt removal when the activity or event is
concluded. Failure to remove the posted material may result in a
withdrawal of future posting privileges.
Requests by off-campus individuals or agencies to
disseminate materials on the Ventura College campus should be
referred to the Student Activities Office. Such material must be of
a high campus value and pre-approval is required.
Posting of materials on bulletin boards and dissemination of
information or petitions will be governed by time, place, and
manner requirements.
Coercion is not to be used to induce students to accept the
printed material or to sign petitions. The Student Activities
Specialist will limit the number of students and the number of
distribution days for any issue. Individuals or groups are
expected to use good taste in their manner of expressing ideas
according to current law. Logs shall be maintained at each
campus of persons, agencies, or organizations requesting or
receiving information from a student record in compliance with
section 76222 of the California Ed. Code. The log shall be open
to inspection only by the student and the community college
official or his/her designee responsible for the maintenance of
student records, and to the Controller General of the United
States, the Secretary of Education, an administrative head of an
education agency as defined in public law 93-380 and state
educational authorities as a means of auditing the operation of
the system. Contact the Registrar's Office for additional
information.
Pursuant to section 76222(j) of the California Education Code,
students have the right to file a complaint with the United States
Department of Education concerning an alleged failure by an
institution to comply with section 438 of the General Education
Provisions Act (20 U.S.C.A. 1232g).
Students may request and receive copies of their records for a
fee determined by the District Board of Trustees and published
under the "transcripts" section of this Catalog.
APPENDIX VII
Use of Student Image, Likeness or Voice
Captured at Public Events
The College often hosts events that are open to the public,
such as, but not limited to, graduation, athletic competition,
speakers, and various activities held at the theatre. Those events
are considered news events. Such an event may be
photographed, video-taped or Webcast for purposes of archiving
the event, educational use, or publicity. Students, staff and
faculty who attend those events may have their image or voice
captured on video, Webcast or photograph. Due to the nature of
the events, the College has no means by which to prevent such
photographs, videotaping or Webcastings from including a
specific student. By attending the event, a person is granting the
College the right to use any such still or motion images or voice
recordings in future publicity or publications as needed and
without compensation. No release shall be required by the
College to utilize in an appropriate manner any images captured
during a public event.
APPENDIX VIII
Parking & Campus Traffic
The Governing Board of Trustees of the Ventura County
Community College District has authorized promulgation of this
regulation to provide for the safe and orderly flow and parking of
motor vehicle traffic on the campus of Ventura College pursuant
to the California Vehicle Code. It is applicable to all vehicles
operated or parked within the legally established and posted
boundaries of the public grounds upon which the college is
situated. On special occasions, events, or emergencies, the
college authorities reserve the right to temporarily suspend these
regulations, in whole or in par t, as may be necessary to
accommodate the situation. Suggestions for change of these
regulations or any questions concerning their provisions should
be directed to the Office of the Vice President of College
Services or Chief of College Police.
STUDENT/VISITOR PERMIT PARKING AREAS are located about
the campus and are restricted to permit parking by students,
visitors and staff members.
THE VISITOR PARKING AREA is located on South Campus
Way. It is a green curb zone. Permits are not required, but the 30
minute time limit is strictly enforced.
STAFF PARKING AREAS are posted and restricted to staff
member's vehicles that display a valid staff parking permit.
Students with a student permit may park in any staff area after
6:50 p.m. and on weekends.
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HANDICAPPED PARKING ZONES are posted and located
throughout the campus for restricted parking by vehicles
displaying a DMV issued disabled person’s placard, license
plates or college issued handicapped permit. Handicap parking
areas are enforced at all times regardless of the day or hour.
Handicap spaces with signs which read "vans only" are for vans
and must not be used by regular vehicles. Vehicles displaying
HC placards must also display a valid parking permit (student,
staff or visitor).
MOTORCYCLE PARKING ZONES are marked and located about
the campus and are to be used only for motorcycles and motor
scooters displaying valid staff, student, visitor, guest, or special
permits. Student/visitor motorcycles are not authorized to
occupy an automobile parking stall unless there aren’t
motorcycle stalls in that par ticular lot. Staff members may park
their motorcycles in a staff stall since there is no staff
motorcycle parking.
LOADING ZONES for passengers (white curb) and cargo
(yellow curb) are located at designated areas of the campus.
Vehicles in the process of loading/unloading do not need a
parking permit to stop in these zones. Parking of vehicles is
limited to 15 minutes in loading zones.
VENDORS needing to park on campus on a regular basis may
request a special vendor's permit valid for up to one year.
OFF-CAMPUS PARKING without a permit is available on the
adjacent city streets and in some surrounding residential areas.
If you choose to park in these areas, please be considerate of
our neighbors. Do not block their driveways or park in any other
manner prohibited by the vehicle code or city ordinance. Parking
in the lot immediately south of the Wright Library just east of the
campus is restricted to library patrons. Off-campus parking
violations are regularly cited by the Ventura City Police
Department.
Parking Permits
The Campus Police Depar tment, in conjunction with the
Student Business Office is responsible for issuing and controlling
all parking permits for the Ventura College campus. Lost or
stolen parking permits must be promptly reported to the Student
Business Office. By reciprocal agreement, valid staff and student
permits from Ventura, Moorpark, and Oxnard Colleges are
recognized for parking in designated and otherwise unrestricted
parking zones on any of the three college campuses.
Regular semester permits and staff permits issued by all three
colleges must be affixed to the back of the inside rearview mirror
of the vehicle. On motorcycles and motor scooters, the permit
must be attached to the left front shock bar. On automobiles
guest, visitor, and vendor permits should be displayed on top of
the front dashboard inside the front windshield. Permits are
issued as follows:
REGULAR FULL-TIME STAFF MEMBERS AND PART-TIME
CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL may obtain a staff parking permit
without charge from the Campus Police Office. A regular staff
permit is not be used on any other vehicle except the one it was
issued to.
PART-TIME INSTRUCTORS may obtain staff parking permits
without charge from the Office of Human Resources in the
Administration Building. The same rules that apply to full timers
also apply to the evening staff members.
TEMPORARY STAFF MEMBERS, CONTRACTORS, AND
VENDORS may obtain special parking permits at no charge from
the Campus Police Office.
FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME STUDENTS may obtain parking
permits at the Student Business Office upon payment of the
prescribed parking fee.
GUESTS may obtain permits by advance arrangement with the
Campus Police Office.
DAILY PARKING PERMITS cost $1.00 each and can be
purchased by the parking information booth, the Campus Police
Office or the Student Business Office. Daily permits are not valid
on the Moorpark and Oxnard campuses.
DISABLED STAFF MEMBERS AND STUDENTS may obtain
supplemental handicapped parking stickers at no charge from
the Disabled Students Office. These permits are not valid offcampus.
OFFICIAL VEHICLES displaying federal, state or county license
plates are presumed to be on official business and do not
require parking permits.
EVENTS OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC (by advance
arrangement with the Campus Police Office) may result in the
temporary suspension of the enforcement of permit parking
requirements in all or part of the campus to allow community
attendance.
Traffic and Parking Enforcement
Any person who brings a vehicle onto the campus is required
to comply with all parking regulations and traffic laws of the
State of California. The Campus Police Officers and student
cadets employed by the Campus Police Depar tment are
responsible for enforcing the provisions of these laws. Violations
will result in citations being issued with collection or follow-up
action taken through the Depar tment of Motor Vehicles.
Processing consists of a notice-of-delinquent-parking letter
originated by the processing agency informing the violator that
failure to respond to the original citation will increase the fine. If
the notice-of-delinquent-parking letter is not responded to by the
violator within 14 days from the date of the letter, the
Department of Motor Vehicles, Sacramento, CA, will be notified.
Once such notice is filed with the DMV, the registered vehicle
cannot be reregistered in California until the parking violation and
administrative fees are paid in accordance with Section 40200
CVC.
Traffic flow and vehicle parking on the campus is regulated as
follows:
THE SPEED LIMIT on the campus is 15 MPH on all roadways
and 10 MPH within parking lots and fire lanes. No person shall
drive a vehicle on campus at a speed that is greater than is
reasonable or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility,
the traffic on and the surface and width of the roadway, and in
no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons or
property. No person shall operate a motor vehicle or
combinations of vehicles in such a manner so as to disturb
educational activities in progress on the campus.
All vehicles shall be operated and parked in conformance with
posted or marked one-way traffic patterns. Vehicles shall not be
parked against the flow of traffic or backed into diagonal parking
stalls. No vehicle shall be parked in a marked or posted noparking
zone or in such a manner so as to obstruct access by
emergency vehicles on a fire lane or to a fire hydrant.
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Parking is not authorized outside of a marked stall or extending
into the roadway causing a traffic hazard, or in any other location
not specifically designated and/or posted for parking.
Vehicles involved in passenger loading/unloading are not to be
left unattended in any passenger loading area.
No overnight parking of motor vehicles is permitted on the
campus without the consent of the Campus Police Office. Only
vehicles with a bona fide reason recognized by the College are
permitted to park on the campus during other than regular class
hours.
During regularly scheduled class hours, all motor vehicles
parked on the campus must conspicuously display a valid permit,
vehicle identification number and license plate. Vehicles not
displaying a Vehicle Identification Number or a license plate may
be towed. A parking permit is invalid if:
1. Used on a vehicle other than the one to which it was
issued;
2. Not plainly displayed so that it can be read from outside of
the vehicle;
3. Not totally and permanently affixed to the back of the inside
rear view mirror;
4. Altered in any manner;
5. Issued for a school term other than the one currently in
progress.
Parking permits are required in the student lots from 7:00 a.m.
to 10:00 p.m., Monday - Thursdays, and from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m., Fridays, whenever school is in session.
Removal of Parked and Abandoned Vehicles
In accordance with the California Vehicle Code, Ventura College
reserves the right to remove from its grounds any vehicle under
the following circumstances for which the owner will be liable for
towing and storage charges:
1. Abandoned vehicles: Vehicles parked on the campus without
permission from the Campus Police Office are presumed to
have been abandoned, if not claimed by their owner within
72 hours.
2. Vehicles impeding the operation of emergency equipment,
obstructing traffic flow, or otherwise parked in such a
manner so as to create a hazard to the safety of persons or
proper ty.
3. Any vehicle which is issued five or more citations to which
the owner or person in control of the vehicle has not
responded within 21 days.
General Parking and Traffic Information
The College assumes no responsibility for damage to a vehicle,
injury to its occupants, or theft of its contents while it is being
operated or parked on the campus. Should your vehicle be
involved in any of these contingencies, you are to immediately
notify the Campus Police. If your vehicle becomes disabled on
campus, if you lock yourself out of your vehicle or if your battery
is dead, the Campus Police will assist you within their capability.
Your vehicle must be on campus. Parking assistance and
information can be obtained during day class hours from the
Campus Police Office, and Office of Personnel Services. Please
lock your vehicle while it is parked on the campus and remove
any tempting items from view to prevent theft. Drive safely and
observe all campus traffic and parking rules.
Carpool
Ventura College has several student and staff carpool areas. All
carpool areas are enforced from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., when
school is in session. Staff carpool areas are also enforced on any
regular work day. Special permits are required to park in carpool
areas. Students may not park in staff carpool areas prior to 6:50
p.m. (after 6:50 p.m. all staff parking areas rever t to regular
student parking).
Applications for purchasing a carpool permit can be obtained at
the Student Business Office. Staff members can obtain a carpool
permit at the Campus Police office. Three or more occupants are
needed per vehicle in order to qualify for a carpool permit. A
vehicle must also be occupied by three or more occupants at the
time it pulls into a student carpool space. A student who arrives
on campus without the required three occupants may park in a
regular student lot.
Carpool permits are not available for use by evening students.
APPENDIX IX
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Ventura County Community College District is committed to
providing equal opportunity in education and to prohibiting
discrimination based on race, gender, color, religion, age, national
origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or Vietnam
veteran status. This commitment is in accordance with the
requirements of state and federal law.
All members of the college community–students, faculty,
administrators, staff, and visitors–must be able to study and work
in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust. Indeed, the District
is actively committed to creating and maintaining an environment
that respects the dignity of everyone. If you feel that you have
been subject to unlawful discrimination based on disability or in
violation of the American with Disabilities Act, or if you feel that
you may have been subject to any other form of unlawful
discrimination, please contact Dr. Lyn MacConnaire, Student
Development, Ventura College, 4667 Telegraph Road, Ventura, CA
93003. Telephone: (805) 654-6455 or e-mail:
lmacconnaire@vcccd.edu.
Individuals wishing information concerning Title IX of the
Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination
on the basis of sex in education, programs, and activities, should
direct their inquiries to Dr. Karen Gorback, Title IX Committee
Chair, Coordinator, Community Education, Ventura College, 71 Day
Road, Ventura, CA 93003. Phone: (805) 654-6400 ext. 3143.
Fax: (805) 654-6451. E-mail: kgorback@vcccd.edu.
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APPENDIX X
Student’s Right-to-Know
In compliance with the federal Student-Right-to-Know and
Campus Security Act (Public Law, 101-524), it is the policy of the
Ventura County Community College District and Ventura College to
make available its completion and transfer rates to all current and
prospective students. Beginning in Fall 1999, a group of all
cer tificate-, degree-, and transfer-seeking first-time, full-time
students were tracked over a three-year period. (For instance,
approx. 3% of all community college students statewide were
included in the 1996 study.) The completion and transfer rates are
listed below, along with a brief description of how these rates are
defined. These rates do not represent the success rates of the
entire student population at Ventura College, nor do they account
for student outcomes occurring after this three-year tracking
period. The rates below exclude par t-time students, continuing
students, students attending Ventura College to obtain or upgrade
job skills, improve basic skills, maintain licenses, working toward
high school credits, pursuing lifelong learning, etc. The rates
below do not include any students who took longer than 2 years
to complete their academic goal.
The “transfer rate” does not include any students who first
completed a degree or cer tificate or became “transferred
prepared” prior to transferring. The “completion rate” results for
the 1999 SRTK study described above was 32.8% for VC. The
completion rate is the percent of students from the group studied
who attained a certificate or degree or became “transferred
prepared” during a three year period from Fall 1996 to Spring
1999. Transfer-prepared was defined by the study as having
completed 56 transferable units with a minimum GPA of 2.0.
The transfer rate result for the SRTK study of Ventura College
described above was 26.6%. Caution: the transfer rate does not
count students who attained a cer tificate or degree prior to
transferring to another post-secondary institution such as UC or
CSU.
General information about SRTK is available to the public
through the Chancellor’s Office of the California Community
College System Web site: http://srtk.cccco.edu/683/
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APPENDIX XI
Policy on Harassment / Discrimination
Complaint Procedure for Harassment /
Discrimination
Members of a college community--students, faculty,
administrators, staff and visitors--must be able to study and work
in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust. Ventura County
Community College District is actively committed to creating and
maintaining an environment which respects the dignity of
individuals and groups. The goal of Ventura County Community
College District is to be sensitive to the needs of students, staff
and those who interact with the college community, while
preserving the rights of those against whom allegations have
been made. Employees or students of the District who feel that
they have been harassed or discriminated against based on race,
color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, religion, sexual
orientation, veteran status, marital status or physical or mental
disability have the right to file a complaint. The procedures
outlined govern the process for all discrimination complaints filed
by employees or students, including sexual harassment.
Complaints may be filed: student against student, student against
employee, employee against student, employee against employee,
visitor against employee, employee against visitor, etc.
Complaints must be filed with the District within one year of the
alleged harassment or discrimination or within one year of the
date on which the Complainant knew or should have known of the
facts of the alleged incident. District employees involved in any
aspect of investigating or resolving a complaint of harassment or
discrimination will have received training from a qualified source
in advance of their service.
Non-retaliation for filing--no individual will suffer retaliation as
a result of filing a claim or being a witness in regard to
harassment/discrimination allegations. Persons engaging in
retaliation are subject to disciplinary action.
Definitions:
Complainant: An individual who believes that he/she has
been the victim of harassment or
discrimination.
Respondent: An individual against whom a claim of
harassment or discrimination is made.
Complaint: A written allegation that a student, staff
member, or other individual who interacts
with VCCCD has subjected someone to
harassment or discrimination.
Responsible
District Officer: The person at the District who is responsible
for coordinating the investigations of all
harassment and discrimination complaints.
The District has established the following procedures to resolve
charges of harassment or discrimination.
Informal Process
An individual who has reason to believe that he or she has
been a victim of harassment or discrimination based on race,
color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, religion, sexual
orientation, marital status, veteran status or physical or mental
disability may resolve the matter through an informal process
under this procedure. Par ticipation in the informal process is
optional and not a prerequisite to filing a formal complaint.
1. A person who believes that he or she has personally
suffered harassment or discrimination should contact the
appropriate Intake Facilitator at their location to directly
discuss his or her concerns.
2. The Intake Facilitator may inform the Respondent of the
possible complaint and shall meet with the Complainant to:
a. understand the nature of the concern;
b. give to Complainant a copy of the District’s Sexual
Harassment Policy brochure and this “Complaint
Procedure for Harassment/Discrimination” document;
c. inform Complainant of his or her rights under this
complaint procedure;
d. assist the Complainant in any way advisable.
3. If the Complainant and the Respondent agree to a proposed
resolution, the resolution shall be implemented and the
informal process shall be concluded. At any time during the
informal process, the Complainant may initiate a formal
complaint.
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4. The Intake Facilitator shall keep a written log of discussions
and a record of the resolution. This information shall
become part of the official investigation file if the
Complainant initiates a formal complaint. If the par ties
reach a tentative agreement upon resolution of the
complaint, a letter summarizing the resolution shall be sent
to the Complainant and the Respondent. A copy of this
letter shall be sent to Human Resources for approval.
5. Once a complaint is put in writing and signed by the
Complainant, the Complaint is considered to be formal and
the formal complaint procedures should be followed.
Formal Process
1. A person who alleges that he or she has personally
suffered harassment or discrimination based on race, color,
national or ethnic origin, age, gender, religion, sexual
orientation, veteran status, marital status, or physical or
mental disability shall complete and sign the District’s
Harassment/Discrimination Complaint Form within one year
of the alleged incident or within one year of the date on
which the Complainant knew or should have known of the
facts of the harassment or discrimination incident.
2. On the complaint form, the Complainant shall describe in
detail such alleged harassment or discrimination and the
action the Complainant requests to resolve the matter. All
written complaints shall be signed and dated by the
Complainant, and shall contain at least the name(s) of the
individual(s) involved, the date(s) of the event(s) at issue
and detailed description of the actions constituting the
alleged harassment or discrimination. Names, addresses
and phone numbers of witnesses or potential witnesses
should also be included, when possible.
3. The Intake Facilitator will review the complaint to determine
whether it describes the kind of harassment or
discrimination which is prohibited under these procedures
and whether the complaint sufficiently describes the facts
of the alleged misconduct. If the complaint does not
describe the kind of prohibited conduct the District
investigates under the procedures, the Complainant will be
notified and will be referred to the appropriate process. If
the complaint does not sufficiently describe the facts giving
rise to the complaint so that a determination can be made
regarding whether the alleged misconduct is covered under
these procedures, the complaint will be returned and the
Complainant will be invited to submit an amended
complaint providing enough factual detail to allow the
above determination to be made.
4. After a proper complaint is received, the Intake Facilitator
shall investigate the charges as stated in the complaint.
The Intake Facilitator shall send a copy of the complaint to
the Responsible District Officer, who, after consultation
with the Vice Chancellor of Human Resources and the
District Chancellor, shall send a copy to the State
Chancellor of the California Community College System. A
summary of the complaint and procedures shall also be
sent to the Respondent. A copy of the complaint will be
maintained in the Office of Human Resources at the District
Service Office.
5. The Intake Facilitator shall meet with the Complainant to
review the nature of the complaint and identify the scope
and the nature of the investigation. If the Complainant fails
to meet with the Intake Facilitator within a reasonable time
(usually 10 working days), the Intake Facilitator will
continue the investigation to the best of his/her abilities
based on the written formal complaint. After meeting with
the Complainant, the Intake Facilitator shall give the
Respondent an opportunity to meet with him/her to receive
the Respondent’s answer to the complaint and to review
with Respondent the scope and nature of the investigation.
Complainant and Respondent may inform the Intake
Facilitator of witnesses to contact and may present
documents in support of their positions.
6. Prior to completing the investigation, the Intake Facilitator
shall meet again with the Complainant and the Respondent
separately, to give an overview of the steps taken during
the investigation, and to ask Complainant and Respondent
for the names of any other individuals the Intake Facilitator
might speak with to request any additional information.
7. The Responsible District Officer shall determine whether
harassment or discrimination did or did not occur with
respect to each allegation in the complaint. The findings
shall take into consideration the severity of the conduct, the
pervasiveness of the conduct, the per tinent background,
and other relevant District policies. If disciplinary action is
recommended, appropriate contractual due process and
statutory processes will be invoked. If the Responsible
District Officer finds there is no evidence to sustain the
allegation, the record shall be kept confidential, except to
the extent that disclosure may be required by law. The
records will be destroyed to the extent the law allows. After
completion of the investigation, the Intake Facilitator shall
meet with the Responsible District Officer who shall be
responsible for reviewing the Intake Facilitator’s repor t,
making factual determinations, reaching a conclusion
regarding the charges, and recommending appropriate
action, if any.
8. In the event the complaint is against the Responsible
District Officer, the Vice Chancellor of Human Resources
shall appoint an investigator to review the complaint. In the
event the complaint is against the Vice Chancellor of
Human Resources, the District Chancellor or designee shall
appoint an investigator to hear the complaint, receive the
repor t, and make a determination on any final action.
9. The District shall complete its investigation and forward to
the Complainant and Respondent within 90 calendar days
of receiving a complaint, and the Chancellor of the
California Community College System within 150 calendar
days of receiving a complaint, all the following:
a. a summary of the investigative repor t;
b. a written notice setting for th:
1. the findings of the District investigator and District
Chancellor as to whether harassment or
discrimination based on race, color, national or
ethnic origin, age, gender, religion, sexual
orientation, veteran status, marital status, or
physical or mental disability did or did not occur
with respect to each allegation in the complaint;
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2. a description of actions to be taken, if any, to
remedy any discrimination or harassment that
occurred and to prevent similar problems from
occurring in the future;
3. the proposed resolution of the complaint;
4. the Complainant’s right to appeal to the District
Chancellor, then the State Chancellor of the
California Community College System; and
5. in the event disciplinary action is recommended for
the Respondent, he/she shall be entitled to all due
process procedures provided by stature and/or the
employee collective bargaining agreement.
Appeal Rights
If the Complainant is not satisfied with the results of the formal
level administrative determination, the Complainant may appeal
the determination by submitting objections to the District
Chancellor within fifteen calendar days of the receipt of the
determination. Within for ty-five calendar days of receiving the
Complainant’s appeal, a copy of the final District decision
rendered by the District Chancellor shall be forwarded to the
Complainant, the State Chancellor of the California Community
College System, and, if appropriate, the Respondent.
If the District Chancellor does not act within forty-five calendar
days, the administrative determination shall be deemed approved
and shall become the final District decision in the matter.
Complainant shall have the right to file a written appeal with
the State Chancellor of the California Community College System
within thir ty calendar days after the District Chancellor has
issued the final District decision or permits the administrative
determination to become final.
How to File a Complaint
1. A copy of these procedures and the Ventura County
Community College District’s Harassment/Discrimination
Complaint forms are available in the Office of Human
Resources, the offices of the Intake Facilitators on each
campus, and in the Executive Vice President’s Office on
each campus.
2. Completed complaint forms may either be mailed or
delivered to the Ventura County Community College District,
Assistant Vice Chancellor of Human Resources, 255 W Stanley Ave. Suite 150, Ventura, CA 93001, or to one of the Intake
Facilitators on each campus.
3. Complaints must be filed with the District within one year of
the alleged unlawful harassment or discrimination or within
one year of the date on which the Complainant knew or
should have known of the facts of the alleged incident.
4. A person who alleges that he or she has personally suffered
harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national
or ethnic origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation,
veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability,
or one who has learned of such unlawful harassment or
discrimination, shall invoke the procedures described
above.
5. An individual may also file a complaint of unlawful
discrimination with the Equal Employment Opportunity
Commission, 2014 “T” Street, suite 210, Sacramento, CA
98514, the United States Department of Education, Office of
Civil Rights, 50 United Nations Plaza, room 239, San
Francisco, CA 94102, or the Depar tment of Fair
Employment and Housing may be called at 1-408-291-
7352. These additional procedures may be used at the time
of filing a complaint, during, or after use of the District
harassment or discrimination complaint process. Filing
deadlines for the aforementioned offices may vary. Note
that the filing deadlines and procedures for each agency
may differ.
6. Non-retaliation for filing--no individual will suffer retaliation
as a result of filing a claim or being a witness in regard to
harassment/discrimination allegations. Persons engaging in
retaliation are subject to disciplinary action.
Dissemination
The District will disseminate the information regarding District
policies and appropriate procedures on harassment and
discrimination to all employees and students by announcing its
existence in prominent places throughout the District including,
but not limited to, the College Catalog and Schedule of Classes,
appropriate employees and/or student publications, on official
District and Union bulletin boards, and by direct communication
to District employees.
APPENDIX XII
Sexual Assault
It is the policy of the Ventura County Community College
District to provide an educational, employment and business
environment free of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for
sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct or
communications (including voice and e-mail telecommunications,
fax machines, etc.) constituting sexual harassment as defined
and otherwise prohibited by state and federal statutes.
California Education Code Section 67385 requires that
community college districts adopt and implement procedures to
ensure prompt response to victims of sexual assault which occur
on campus or during official campus events, as well as providing
the victims with information regarding treatment options and
services.
Ventura County Community College District exercises care to
keep its campuses free from conditions which increase the risk of
crime. Crimes of rape and other forms of sexual assault are
violations of VCCCD standards and will not be tolerated on
campus. California statutes and the VCCCD Standards of Student
Conduct prohibit sexual assaults. Where there is cause to believe
the District’s regulations prohibiting sexual assault have been
violated, the District will pursue strong disciplinary actions
including suspension or expulsion from the college.
Ventura County Community College District is committed to
providing prompt, compassionate services to those individuals
who are sexually assaulted, as well as follow-up services, if
needed.
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Administrative Regulations and Procedures
Concerning Incidents of Sexual Assault on
Campus
I. INTRODUCTION
Education Code Section 67385 requires that the governing
board of each community college district adopt and
implement clear, consistent and written procedures to ensure
that specific victims of sexual assault which occurred on
campus property or during college sponsored events shall
receive information regarding available treatment options and
services, both on and off-campus, as well as to ensure that
the colleges will promptly respond to the option selected by
the victim.
II. DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of the legislation, the following definitions are
offered:
1. ”Specific population” and “specific victim” include
students, faculty and staff.
2. ”Sexual assault” is any kind of sexual activity which is
forced upon a person against his or her will. The
definition includes, but is not limited to: rape (including
“date” or “acquaintance rape”), forced sodomy, forced
oral copulation, rape by a foreign object, sexual battery or
threat of sexual assault.
3. ”On-campus” is defined quite broadly to include: 1) any
building or proper ty owned or controlled by the District
within the same reasonable contiguous geographic area
and used by the District in direct support of, or related to,
its educational purposes; or 2) any building or proper ty
owned or controlled by student organizations recognized
by the institution.
4. ”Official college sponsored events” include, but are not
limited to, all classes off-campus, field trips or any event
on the college calendar.
5. ”Victim” of sexual assault is generally referred to here as
being a female, but could also include a male.
III. COLLEGE POLICY REGARDING SEXUAL ASSAULT ON CAMPUS
Ventura College exercises care to keep the campus free
from conditions which increase the risk of crime. Crimes of
rape and other forms of sexual assault will not be tolerated on
campus as defined. The Ventura County Community College
District prohibits sexual assaults, as do California criminal
statutes.
The Board of Trustees commits the college to taking
prudent action to prevent sexual assaults from occurring and
to ensure that students, faculty and staff are not adversely
affected for having brought forward a charge of rape or other
forms of sexual assault. Where there is cause to believe the
college’s prohibitions against sexual assault have been
violated, Ventura College will pursue strong disciplinary
actions which include the possibility of suspension or
expulsion from the college.
In addition, a student, faculty or staff member charged
with sexual assault can be prosecuted under California
criminal statutes in addition to being disciplined under the
Code of Student Conduct or Education Code, as applicable.
Even if prosecution does not take place, the campus may
pursue disciplinary action.
The Board of Trustees is also committed to provide
prompt, compassionate services to those individuals who are
sexually assaulted and follow-up services, if needed.
Written guidelines for dealing with sexual assault follow.
IV. GUIDELINES, PROCEDURES AND PERSONNEL RESPONSIBLE
FOR RESPONDING TO A SEXUAL ASSAULT INCIDENT. The
INDIVIDUAL INITIALLY NOTIFIED about the sexual assault will
provide a secure setting for the victim. (This could be an
unoccupied office or classroom, a well-lighted area or, ideally,
the Student Health Center.) If possible, bring the victim to the
Student Health Center. The Campus Police Office and the
HEALTH SERVICES COORDINATOR should be notified, if
possible.
The involved college personnel should then:
1. Listen to the victim’s needs.
2. Assess the situation. Determine the seriousness of the
victim’s injuries; call “911” if injuries are severe and
transpor tation is needed by ambulance to a hospital.
3. Ask the victim what she or he wants to do. A consent
form (available in English and Spanish) may be completed by
the victim for any of the following options:
a. Does the victim want to be taken to a hospital or a
private doctor’s office? Does the victim want to contact a
friend or family member? If the victim does not want to
contact anyone, a Campus Police Officer may take the victim
to the hospital. If possible, a female should accompany the
victim if the officer is male.
b. Does the victim want to have the Ventura County
Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence contacted?
The mission of the Coalition is to coordinate and implement
services to the victim of sexual assault. (For a fur ther
description of the Ventura County Coalition Against Domestic
and Sexual Violence Services, see Section VII.)
c. Does the victim want to report the incident to the
police? NOTE: If the victim is younger than 18, the sexual
assault must be repor ted to the police. If the victim is 18
years or older, it is the victim’s decision whether or not to
involve the police (NOTE: California law requires hospitals to
repor t injuries by criminal act to a law enforcement agency.)
If the victim of sexual assault decides to involve the
police, the CAMPUS POLICE LIEUTENANT will notify the
appropriate police depar tment and may request an officer of
like gender of the victim for the repor t. The officer will take a
police repor t, transport, accompany or meet the victim at an
appropriate medical facility for the evidentiary examination,
may conduct a follow-up interview, and may transpor t the
victim home with consent.
The COORDINATOR OF HEALTH SERVICES will notify the
parent, guardian, spouse or friend, if appropriate and with the
consent of the victim.
Upon consent of the victim, the COORDINATOR OF
HEALTH SERVICES may arrange for college personnel or a
RASAC advocate to accompany the victim, if appropriate,
through hospital procedures and encounters with law
enforcement agencies.
The CAMPUS POLICE LIEUTENANT will complete a
confidential incident repor t and keep records of the incident
for statistical purposes.
As early as possible in the process outlined above, the
DEAN OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES or the administrator
on duty at the college should be notified. That individual
should go to the victim’s location and assist in the
administration of these procedures, as well as notifying
other campus and/or District officials, as appropriate.
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IN THE EVENT THE SEXUAL ASSAULT INCIDENT OCCURS
WHEN THE CAMPUS IS NOT OPEN (“AFTER HOURS”), THE
INDIVIDUAL INITIALLY NOTIFIED about the sexual assault will
notify the Campus Police by calling on any campus phone
(ext. 6486). The CAMPUS POLICE LIEUTENANT will follow
the same procedures as described above.
IN THE EVENT THE SEXUAL ASSAULT INCIDENT OCCURS
AT AN OFF-CAMPUS EVENT and it is not possible to contact
the CAMPUS POLICE, then the INDIVIDUAL INITIALLY
NOTIFIED will contact the LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT
AUTHORITY if the victim wishes. If, however, the victim is
under 18 years of age, the LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT
AUTHORITY MUST be contacted.
FOLLOW-UP PROCEDURES BY COLLEGE STAFF:
The DEAN/DESIGNEE OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES and
CAMPUS POLICE LIEUTENANT will do a follow-up interview
with the victim to inform her/him of the legal options
available for filing a civil suit or a criminal action. If she/he
wants to pursue criminal action, the appropriate police
department will conduct the follow-up criminal investigation.
The COORDINATOR OF HEALTH SERVICES will provide the
victim with information on the treatment and counseling of
sexual assault and provide referrals for appropriate
assistance such as the COLLEGE PSYCHOLOGIST (or
alternative counseling services) and the COLLEGE
PHYSICIAN. The DEAN/DESIGNEE OF PROGRAMS AND
SERVICES will explain disciplinary procedures and actions
available.
The ASSOCIATE VICE-CHANCELLOR OF PERSONNEL
SERVICES, if appropriate, will explain disciplinary procedures
and actions available in cases involving faculty or staff.
The DEAN/DESIGNEE OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES will
be responsible for ensuring that all follow-up procedures are
completed.
V. LEGAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES
The repor ting of rape and other forms of sexual assault
follows the same procedures as the repor ting of any crime.
No special information is required, but the repor t needs to
include cer tain standard information such as where the
incident occurred, to whom (identified by name and age) and
exactly what happened.
Once a victim of sexual assault has chosen to notify
authorities about the assault and chooses to pursue
prosecution, a medical-legal examination should be
performed as soon after the assault as possible and within
hours for evidence.
VI. LIST OF CAMPUS SERVICES AND PERSONNEL AVAILABLE
TO ASSIST WITH INCIDENTS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT.
Campus Police, ext. 6486
Campus Health Services Office, ext. 6346
Programs and Services, ext. 6351
Office with evening and weekend responsibility, ext. 6465
VII. LIST OF OFF-CAMPUS SERVICES
Hospitals with Specialized Care:
Ventura County Medical Center, Ventura,
(805) 652-6000 (preferred)
Simi Adventist Hospital, Simi Valley, (805) 527-2462
The Ventura County Coalition Against Domestic and
Sexual Violence [(805) 654-8141; Hotline (805) 656-
1111]. The coalition was initiated to provide assistance
and support to victims of rape and domestic violence. In
response to expressed needs from the community, the
coalition now provides victim services, advocacy
services, follow-up crisis counseling, information and
referral, treatment program and post-crisis services.
In addition, they also have available prevention and
education programs, child abuse prevention programs for
schools, outreach programs for business and
organizations and professional training to replicate their
success.
Emergency Shelters:
Care and Share, Simi Valley, (805) 522-5676
Catholic Charities, Ventura, (805) 643-4694
Lutheran Social Services, Thousand Oaks, (805) 497-
6207
Legal Services:
Lawyer’s Referral Services, (805) 650-7599
Counseling/Support Groups:
Interface, referrals and counseling, 1-800-339-9597
Ventura County Mental Health, 24-hour referral, (805)
652-6727
Medical Services (for Bilingual/Undocumented persons)
Clinicas del Camino Real, Ventura, (805) 647-6322,
Oxnard, (805) 483-7563
VIII. PROCEDURES FOR ONGOING CASE MANAGEMENT
Follow-up intervention may be provided with the victim’s
consent and as needed by the COLLEGE PSYCHOLOGIST for
psychological counseling. The DEAN/DESIGNEE OF
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES will track the victim’s academic
progress and will assist, when requested, by arranging
academic counseling, tutoring and other services deemed
appropriate. ACADEMIC COUNSELORS may assist with
developing an education plan.
The DEAN/DESIGNEE OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES or
VICE CHANCELLOR OF PERSONNEL SERVICES will initiate
disciplinary procedures and inform the victim of the status
of any disciplinary actions and the VICE PRESIDENT/
DESIGNEE OF STUDENT SERVICES will keep the COLLEGE
PRESIDENT informed.
The following individuals may also be contacted, as
appropriate, on a need-to-know basis by the aforementioned
administrators:
Executive Vice President of Student Learning
Coordinator, Disabled Student Services
Division Administrators/Chairs
Instructors
Chancellor
Vice Chancellor, Personnel Services
Public Information Officer
IX. PROCEDURES FOR GUARANTEEING CONFIDENTIALITY
In all associations with the public, the media, family and
friends of the victim, and in accordance with the Family
Rights and Privacy Act and the Buckley Amendment, the
name of the victim and/or specific details of the assault will
be released only when essential to the health and safety of
the individual assaulted or that of other members of the
campus community. The PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER will
be kept informed and will interface with the media, general
public, students and staff. Other campus personnel dealing
with the incident should refer any inquiries to the Public
Information Office.
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In addition, and in full accordance with Chapter 593 of the
Education Code, no person, persons, agency or organization
permitted access to student records (including security
records about incidents involving the college’s students)
shall permit access to any information obtained from those
records by any other person, persons, agency or
organization WITHOUT THE WRITTEN CONSENT OF THE
STUDENTS INVOLVED.
However, the victim of any sexual assault which is the
basis of ANY DISCIPLINARY ACTION taken by the community
college SHALL BE PERMITTED ACCESS TO THAT
INFORMATION in compliance with the Buckley Amendment.
Access to this information shall consist of a notice of the
results of any disciplinary action taken by the college and
the results of any appeal. This information shall be provided
to the victim within three days following the said disciplinary
action or appeal.
X. INFORMATION REGARDING THE EXISTENCE OF OTHER
OPTIONS
Criminal Actions: Once an incident of sexual assault has
been reported to the appropriate police department by
college personnel, it is up to the police depar tment to collect
information, including the medical/legal exam, and to
investigate the matter. The information is then turned over to
the District Attorney’s Office to determine if criminal
prosecution is appropriate.
The District Attorney’s Office has the ultimate responsibility
to determine whether the incident is a criminal offense and
to bring it before the cour ts for punitive action against the
assailant. Punitive consequences can include fines,
probation and incarceration. If there is not sufficient
evidence for the case to be passed on to the District
Attorney, the police may decide to initiate an investigation to
gather the necessary information which could lead to a
prosecution.
Civil Actions: If the victim of the sexual assault decides
that she/he wants to pursue a civil action for damages
against the perpetrator, then the victim should consult with
an attorney for the civil legal action. The District Attorney’s
Office is reluctant to refer to any par ticular civil attorney, but
the Ventura County Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual
Violence has a complete referral list of local attorneys with
whom they have had experience. In addition, the names of
attorneys may be obtained through the Ventura County Bar
Association.
Disciplinary Process Through the College: Various
forms of discipline may be imposed on a student who is
guilty of misconduct ranging from reprimand, probation and
suspension, to expulsion. The student disciplinary
procedures of the College are described in this Catalog (see
Appendix I). They are initiated by the DEAN/DESIGNEE OF
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES. Faculty and staff are subject to
the college’s disciplinary action policies.
Mediation Services: Mediation between any of the
“specific population” involved in a sexual assault incident at
the college is available and may be arranged through the
DEAN/DESIGNEE OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES.
Alternative Housing Arrangements: As Ventura College
is a commuter school, there are no student housing facilities
such as dormitories on campus or a student housing office
to coordinate off-campus housing. To find alternative
housing and information about roommates, a victim of sexual
assault could consult the housing bulletin board. The
Ventura County Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual
Violence has information as well about shelter homes for
victims. Academic Assistance Alternatives: Academic
assistance for victims of sexual assault includes tutoring,
switching to different sections or classes, academic
counseling, “Incomplete” or “Withdrawal,” or assistance in
transferring.
Harassment Restraining Order: Under California law
(Section 527.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure), courts can
make orders to protect people from being harassed by
others. These orders are enforced by law enforcement
agencies. A victim who desires to obtain such an order must
file an action in the Superior Court. Simplified procedures for
obtaining such orders have been established by the cour ts.
An instructional booklet that tells what court orders a victim
of harassment can obtain and how to get them is available
from the Clerk of the Ventura County Superior Cour t, Hall of
Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, California
93009.
APPENDIX XIII
Student Financial Services
Board of Governors Enrollment Fee Waiver
(BOGW)
You are eligible to receive a Fee Waiver if you are a
California resident and you meet any ONE of the following
criteria:
1. Are currently receiving benefits from TANF/CalWORKs,
SSI/SSP or General Assistance.
2. Are a dependent student whose parent(s) are currently
receiving TANF/CalWORKs or SSI/SSP.
3. Have applied for financial aid at Ventura College and have
demonstrated eligibility for a Board of Governor's Fee
Waiver.
If you do not meet any of the criteria listed above, you may still
qualify for a waiver if you:
4. Meet cer tain income standards (standards available in the
Financial Aid Office, EAC, SPVC, BVA, and EOPS Offices).
BOGW applications are available in the Financial Aid Office or in
the Schedule of Classes each semester.
Where the Money Comes from
Federal Government
The federal government is our largest source of student
financial aid today. It allocates funds to the Ventura County
Community College District each year after our application for
funds has been approved. It is the function of each individual
college (Moorpark, Oxnard, and Ventura) to disburse funds to as
many eligible students as possible. The amount of money
earmarked by Congress for financial aid can fluctuate from yearto-
year so that the amount of aid we offer might also vary. All
information is subject to change without advance notification.
FEDERAL PELL GRANT PROGRAM: Pell Grants vary in amount
based on eligibility criteria such as family contribution and
enrollment status. You may qualify if you are an undergraduate
student with financial need and are a citizen or an eligible
noncitizen.
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CAMPUS-BASED PROGRAMS: By completing a FAFSA, students
will have their eligibility determined for other federal programs. At
Ventura College, these include:
FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTARY EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
GRANTS (FSEOG): You may be eligible for Federal SEOG if you are
at least a halftime undergraduate student (six units or more) with
financial need. Grants range from $100 to $600 a year.
FEDERAL WORK STUDY (FWS): Our work study program
provides jobs for those who have great financial need and are
willing to earn a par t of their educational expenses. Jobs at
Ventura College pay at least the legal minimum wage, and you
may work up to 20 hours a week, depending on your need and
your academic progress. Most job assignments are on campus.
FFELP - FEDERAL FAMILY EDUCATION LOAN PROGRAM:
Ventura College offers need-based and non-need based student
loans. Mandatory entrance and exit counseling is required.
Ventura College reserves the right, in accordance with
federal regulations, to deny a student loan or reduce the
amount of a student loan.
SUBSIDIZED STAFFORD LOANS: These are made to students
who are enrolled at least halftime with financial need exceeding
the amount which can be awarded by existing college-based
programs and other grant programs. This program enables you to
borrow from any par ticipating lender such as a bank or credit
union. The annual loan limit for first year Ventura College students
is $2,625. Repayment begins six months after you graduate or
leave school for whatever reason. You are allowed ten years to
pay back the loan, and you are charged no interest while in
school.
UNSUBSIDIZED STAFFORD LOAN: Students may be eligible to
borrow a non-need based loan for the difference between the
subsidized eligibility and annual loan limits and/or to replace
family contribution. Independent students may be eligible to
borrow an "Additional Unsubsidized Stafford Loan" of up to
$4,000 per year. Total aid, including all loans cannot exceed cost
of attendance.
FEDERAL PARENT LOAN FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
(PLUS): Parents of dependent undergraduate students may
borrow up to the student's cost of attendance minus any other
aid.
WITHHOLDING OF SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE IN
DEFAULT ON A LOAN OR LOANS: The VCCCD shall withhold
institutional services from a student or former student for whom
the California Student Aid Commission notifies a District college
that he/she is in default on a loan or loans under the Federal
Family Education Loan Program. The services that may be
withheld from the student shall include, but are not limited to, the
provision of grades, transcripts, and diplomas. The college shall
notify the student in writing at the last known address of the
student or former student that he/she is in default on a loan and
that records are being withheld and the reason therefor, and shall
provide the student with the address of the Student Aid
Commission.
“Default” means the failure of a borrower to make an
installment payment when due, or to meet other terms of the
promissory note under circumstances where the guarantee
agency finds it reasonable to conclude that the borrower no
longer intends to honor the obligation to repay.
The District shall not withhold registration privileges of
students in default of a loan or loans under the Federal Family
Education Loan Program (FFELP). In addition, the District shall
not withhold services during the period when the facts with
respect to the default are in dispute or when the student or former
student demonstrates to the governing board of the district or the
Student Aid Commission, or both, that reasonable justification for
the delay exists as determined by the institutions.
State Government
The California Student Aid Commission, administers aid
programs offered by California except EOPS and BOGW. Additional
forms for these programs are available from the Ventura College
Financial Aid Office, any high school counselor, or by contacting the
Student Aid Commission, EOPS administers.
CAL GRANT A: These go to high school seniors or college
freshmen, sophomores, or juniors who have financial need and
high academic ability as indicated by grades and Scholastic
Aptitude Test (SAT) scores. Cal Grant As, annually renewable
under commission regulations, pay for any accredited four-year
school in California. If you are attending Ventura College and win
a state scholarship, it will be held in reserve until you are ready to
transfer to a four-year university.
CAL GRANT B -- CAL GRANT A: You may qualify if you need
financial aid to attend any college. Recipients are selected on the
basis of demonstrated need and grades. Cal Grant B's are
renewable annually, and they range from $200 to $1551 a year
for subsistence in the first year of enrollment after high school
and may be increased to include tuition up to an additional
$5,250 for the second, third, and four th academic years.
CAL GRANT C: These grants are awarded to students who are
enrolled in our occupational programs for at least four months and
can demonstrate need for aid. Cal Grant Cs pay up to $576 for
training-related costs such as special clothing and books.
COOPERATIVE AGENCIES RESOURCES FOR EDUCATION
(CARE): Under the umbrella of EOPS, childcare, financial
assistance may be provided to EOPS, single, head of household,
TANF/CalWORKs recipients with children under the age of
four teen.
EXTENDED OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
(EOPS): EOPS is a state-funded program which can provide
Ventura College students with financial aid and suppor t services.
EOPS grants are available to full-time (12 units or more) Ventura
College students who indicate a high financial need. Generally,
full-time Ventura College students who come from a family of four
whose income was $25,050 or less during the previous year
receive consideration for EOPS financial grants. In addition, EOPS
students must be identified as educationally disadvantaged
according to Title V regulations of the state of California.
Information concerning the EOPS Program is available in the
Ventura College EOPS Office.
Applications are accepted continuously throughout the school
year. It is recommended, however, that students interested in
EOPS financial grants apply well before they actually enroll in
classes at Ventura College.
(BOGW): In addition, the State Chancellor’s Office provides
funds for the Board of Governors Fee Waiver (BOGW) to assist
qualified students with the enrollment fees. Students who are
California residents may qualify to have their enrollment fees paid
with a BOGW if:
1. They have already qualified for financial aid, such as a Pell,
Cal Grant, or EOPS for that year, or
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2. Student or family receives TANF/CalWORKs, SSI/SSP,
General Relief or California Veterans Dependents Educational
Assistance, or
3. They meet cer tain income standards. BOGW applications are
available in the Financial Aid Office or during registration
each semester.
How to Apply -- Procedures
At Ventura College, the FAFSA (Free Application For Federal
Student Aid) is used to collect information necessary to determine
a student's need for financial aid. Applications are available in the
Financial Aid Office each year after January 1st. Students are
encouraged to apply online at: www.fafsa.ed.gov. Deadline dates
for Cal Grants are March 2 and September 2. Fur ther information
can be obtained in the Financial Aid Office.
How Eligibility is Determined
When you submit the FAFSA your financial ability to contribute
to the costs of your education at Ventura College is evaluated.
The decision to award financial aid rests ultimately with the
Financial Aid Officer who informs students whether or not they are
eligible for assistance after all information is verified.
In the interest of equity and fairness, it is impor tant that you
provide accurate and complete information on your FAFSA. Failure
to do so may jeopardize your request for assistance. Often,
additional information will be requested from students and/or
parents to complete a student's financial aid file.
How Student Aid is Distributed to Students
At Ventura College, grant checks are normally mailed twice per
semester. The first grant checks are mailed during the first week
of instruction to those students who applied and completed their
files on time. Each year, disbursement information is mailed with
award notifications. Late applicants must refer to their award
notification for their first disbursement dates. Work study and loan
checks are distributed at the Student Business Office. Students
are required to keep the Financial Aid Office informed of their
current mailing address at all times.
Satisfactory Academic Progress
Federal regulations require that the Financial Aid Office
establish a satisfactory academic progress policy that includes
minimum standards. These standards include a minimum units
requirement, grade point average requirement, and a time frame
requirement. Students must enroll in an eligible program (degree,
transfer, or one year certificate program) and be making progress
toward that goal. These standards apply to all financial aid
applicants and the evaluation of progress will apply to all college
level coursework taken, including coursework taken prior to
applying for financial aid. A copy of the satisfactory academic
progress standards is available in the Financial Aid Office.
The requirements that a student be making satisfactory
progress for financial aid eligibility should not be confused with
the institutions "good standing" requirement. Good standing
means that a student is allowed by the institution to continue in
enrollment. Satisfactory progress means that the student is
proceeding in a positive manner toward fulfilling degree or
vocational objectives.
Location of Office
The Financial Aid Office is located on the campus between the
Campus Center and the Athletic Event Center. If you would like to
call, dial (805) 654-6369.
Important Things to Keep in Mind
You must reapply for financial aid each academic year.
Applications are available in January of each year. The Financial
Aid Office will continue to process applications into the academic
year as long as funds are available. It is wise to apply early in
the academic year, if you are interested in receiving grant money.
Beating the Deadlines
It is very impor tant that you meet all our deadlines. Failure to
do so may result in your aid being delayed. All applications will
be processed in the order in which they are completed. The
sooner you complete your file, the sooner you will hear from us.
You can help the Financial Aid Office work for you if you:
1. Apply early.
2. Assemble the required suppor ting documents to complete
your file quickly.
3. Respond to the offer of our award shortly after it is
received.
4. Interview for work-study placement as soon as your
eligibility has been determined.
5. Manage your money to avoid a crisis between
disbursement dates.
6. Maintain good standing and satisfactory academic
progress.
7. Maintain your total unit commitment.
Additional Information: You may be asked to provide
additional documents which may include the following:
Tax returns: If you (or your parents) have not yet filed your
2003 Federal Income Tax Return and are not planning to do so
before March 2, 2004, please provide as accurate an estimate as
possible. When you (or your parents) do file, remember to keep
a copy!
Counselor's Certification Form: All students are required to
submit a Counselor's Certification Form. You must make an
appointment with your academic counselor at Ventura College in
order to have this form completed. This counselor can include
your EOPS, EAC, BVA, SPEC, or general Ventura College
counselor. This form is available in the Financial Aid Office.
Non-High School Grads: If you are not a high school
graduate or you do not have the equivalent of a high school
diploma (GED, etc.), you will be required to pass an Ability to
Benefit Test.
Supplemental Data Form: All students are required to
submit a Supplemental Data Form available in the Financial Aid
Office.
HOW YOUR AWARD WAS DETERMINED. Your offer of financial
aid is based on a basic budget figure which is our estimate of
how much it costs a student in your circumstances to attend
Ventura College. Your resources were subtracted from this basic
budget figure to determine your financial need.
We have two basic budgets which take into account a
student’s living situation, costs of fees, books and supplies,
housing, food, transportation, medical, and personal expenses.
Copies of these budgets are available in the Financial Aid Office.
The expected family contribution is computed for all students
using a nationally established system for determining a student's
and/or parents' education costs.
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Report Changes Promptly
If your situation changes, let the Financial Aid Office know. If
you move, get married or divorced, have a baby, get a job, are
awarded a scholarship, drop out of school, or have anything
happen that even remotely affects your financial situation, it is
your responsibility to inform us immediately.
All of the foregoing in Appendix XI is in compliance with the
federal regulations of the Student Consumer Information Addition
to the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended.
Institutional Refund of Student’s Tuition and
Fees
The Admissions and Records Office shall compute and approve
the amount of refund due a student according to published
schedules. If a refund is due a student under the institution's
refund policy and the student received any Title IV aid other than
Federal Work Study, par t of the refund must be returned by the
college to the Title IV program(s) as determined by the
appropriate refund calculation.
The Financial Aid Office will determine the largest applicable
refund for the student. A calculation will be used if the student
completely withdrew on or before the 60% point time of the
enrollment period in which her or she is charged.
The institution will use the following definition of withdrawal
date: Official is the date the student notifies the school of his or
her intent to withdraw. Unofficial withdrawal is the last recorded
date of attendance (as documented by the institution).
APPENDIX XIV
Student’s Right-to-Know Campus Security and
Crime Awareness
Ventura College endorses and supports Public Law 101-524,
the Student-Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act, as amended
by Public Law 102-26. The College will make available, upon
request, to any interested individual, information on policies
regarding the use of the campus facilities, the reporting of
criminal actions and/or emergencies which have occurred on
campus.
Any individual interested in requesting this information may
inquire at the Campus Police Office. The entire text of this Act is
available upon request from the executive vice president in the
Administration Building.
The security of all members of the campus community is of
vital concern to Ventura College. Anyone who is a witness or
victim of a crime needs to make a report to Campus Police (654-
6486). It is requested that anyone aware of an unsafe condition
(burned out light bulb, etc.) should contact the Office of Business
Services (654-6354). Ventura College appreciates everyone’s
help in keeping the campus safe and secure.
Crime Awareness
The Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990
requires institutions to repor t data for cer tain criminal acts that
occur on campus. The Ventura County Community College
District’s Campus Police office repor ted the following crimes on
the Ventura College Campus for the reporting period of January 1,
2003 to December 31, 2003.
Campus Safety Statistics
Murder ................................ 0 Weapons Violations .............. 1
Rape ................................... 0 Vandalism ............................ 13
Robbery ............................. 1 Bomb Threats ........................ 0
Aggravated Assault ............ 1 Fraud/Embezzlement ............. 0
Theft (combined) ............. 26 Receiving/Possessing of
Auto Theft .......................... 8 Stolen Property ................ 0
Arson ................................ 12 Sex Offenses ......................... 1
Misdemeanor Assault ........ 2 Burglary (combined) ........... 16
Narcotics Violations .......... 6 Battery ................................... 2
Alcohol Violations Computer Crime .................... 1
(including DUI) .............. 7 Miscellaneous ................... 40*
*Includes noncriminal incident repor ts, traffic collisions, and
misdemeanor traffic violations.
Total reported crimes
YEAR TOTAL
2003 ....................................................... 102
2002 ....................................................... 93
2001 ....................................................... 140
Does not include traffic accidents
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GLOSSARY OF COLLEGE TERMS
The following is offered as an explanation of common terms used at Ventura College. You should be familiar with these key words,
terms and phrases since you will read or hear them throughout your college experience. A counselor is also available to answer any
questions.
A.A., Associate in Arts: general degree granted by
California Community Colleges.
A.S., Associate in Sciences: general degree granted by
California Community Colleges having more emphasis on twoyear
vocational training than the A.A. degree.
Academic Renewal: a process to have previous substandard
college work (grades and credits) excluded from computation
of the cumulative grade point average.
Academic Year: Fall and Spring semesters, beginning with
the star t of the Fall term in August through the end of the
Spring term in mid-May.
Add: formally adding a class(es) by completing the appropriate
forms online or at the Admissions Office.
Adding a Closed Class: students seeking entry to classes
that are closed at the time they register are referred to the
instructor.
Articulation: a connecting link between two or more schools.
Ar ticulation agreements between Ventura College and other
schools list the courses that transfer and that satisfy cer tain
requirements.
Assessment/Placement Test: test given prior to registration
for classes. The results are used to help students select
appropriate classes.
Bachelor’s Degree: degree granted by four-year colleges.
Usually the Bachelor of Ar ts (B.A.) or the Bachelor of Sciences
(B.S.).
By Arrangement: courses, or par t of courses which include
additional hours not yet scheduled.
Certificate of Achievement: a document indicating that
the graduate has satisfactorily completed the major courses in a
program, but not the general education courses. A cer tificate is
not a degree.
Certificate of Completion: a document awarded to a
student upon completion of a course or a series of courses as
designated in the College Catalog. Cer tificates are issued by
selected instructional depar tments of the College. Consult the
instructor for more information.
Certificate Program: vocational programs which concentrate
only on those courses essential to prepare a student for
employment in a selected field.
Class Schedule: the listing of courses including hours,
instructor and room assignments to be offered each term. (See
Schedule of Classes)
Collaborative Learning: a method of instruction committed
to actively engaging students in their learning using small
groups, team and group projects, and providing oppor tunities for
students to share common experiences and solve problems.
Community Education Classes: fully fee-funded
avocational and recreational classes. These classes carry no
credit value.
Corequisite: a course or courses in which a student must be
concurrently enrolled. A corequisite represents a set of skills or a
body of knowledge that a student must acquire through concurrent
enrollment. Corequisites are indicated in the Class Listings
of the Schedule of Classes and in the College Catalog.
Counselor: faculty who assist students with personal, career,
avocational and educational planning and development.
Course: an organized pattern of instruction in a specified
subject offered by the college.
Course Description: a brief statement about the content of
a par ticular course.
Credit/No Credit: a grading system allowing a course to be
taken for a grade of credit/no credit rather than for a letter
grade. Please see pages 20-21.
Credit: (graded course) course for which units are granted.
CSU: California State University system, also called Cal State,
consists of 23 campuses statewide.
Curriculum: a group of required courses leading to a degree
or cer tificate. Also used to refer to course offerings of the
College as a whole.
Degree: a diploma granted by a college stating that the
student has attained a cer tain level of ability in a specific field.
The most common degrees are: 1) A.A. Associate in Arts; 2)
A.S. Associate in Science; 3) B.A./B.S. Bachelors Degree (fouryear).
Dismissal: the procedure of dismissing a student from college
for poor academic achievement, for incurring excessive
withdrawals, or disciplinary reasons. Often, dismissal is
temporary, providing the student agrees to cer tain conditions.
See College Catalog, Appendix I for more information.
Disqualification: the procedure of dismissing a student from
college for poor academic achievement or for incurring
excessive withdrawals.
Drop: withdrawing formally from a class in which a student is
enrolled. It is the student’s responsibility to formally withdraw
from a class. A student may drop a class online or in-person,
or the instructor may initiate the drop. Contact the Admissions
Office for more information and deadlines.
Educational Word Load: generally consists of 15 units of
work per semester in order to make normal progress towards
the A.A./A.S. degree and/or transfer requirements.
Elective: a course that is not specifically required for the
major but which the student takes for unit credit, and which
may count towards the degree.
Full-Time Student Status: a student who enrolls in and
satisfactorily completes a minimum of 12 units. This status is
important for financial aid eligibility and other special program
requirements. Limitations apply regarding G.P.A., credit/no credit
grades, etc.
General Education/Breadth Requirements: courses
that all students must satisfactorily complete to obtain a degree.
Depending on the degree desired, these requirements vary.
Current lists are available at the Counseling Office and the
College Catalog, the Schedule of Classes and on the College
Web site.
Good Standing: indicates that the student’s grade point
average is a “C” (2.0 or better.)
Grade Point Average (G.P.A.): the average of a student’s
grades. See pages 20-21.
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Hour: same as “Credit” or “Credit Unit.” See “Credit” and “Unit.”
Limitations on Enrollment: a condition of enrollment that
limits how students qualify for a par ticular program. These
limitations apply to courses that include public performance or
intercollegiate competition where a tryout or audition is
necessary. Additionally, some courses require formal admission
to a par ticular program in order to enroll (e.g., Associate Degree
Nursing Program).
Lower Division: the first two years of college work, i.e.,
freshman and sophomore years and/or courses. By California
law only lower division work can be offered at California
Community Colleges.
Major: the field of concentrated study a student plans to
pursue, e.g., biology, nursing, etc.
Matriculation: a process that promotes and sustains the
effor ts of community college students to achieve their educational
goals through a coordinated program of instructional and
support services tailored to individual needs.
Minor: the field of study a student plans to pursue in addition to
the major but with less emphasis. A minor is not usually required.
Non-credit Courses: courses that grant no college credit or
student grades. A noncredit course should not be confused with
the credit/no credit grading option defined above.
Open Entry: courses that may be added to program of
student throughout the semester.
Open Exit: courses that may be completed upon fulfillment of
course requirements at any time during the semester.
Part-Time Student Status: a student who enrolls in or
completes fewer than 12 units.
Preparation for the Major Requirements: courses that
are required by four-year college and universities before the
student begins. See “Major.”
Prerequisite: a requirement which must be completed prior
to enrollment in a course and without which a student is highly
unlikely to succeed. Prerequisites are listed in the course
descriptions in the College Catalog and in the Class Listings of
the Schedule of Classes.
Probation: students may be placed on probation if they fail to
maintain progress towards their declared academic goal or if
their grade point average drops below a 2.0 for any term.
Students on probation are required to meet with a counselor to
develop a plan to get off probation.
Program Changes: adding or dropping classes after initially
enrolling.
Program of Study: a planned series of courses.
Recommended Preparation: preparation suggested by the
faculty to successfully complete a par ticular course. While
encouraged to do so, students do not have to satisfy recommended
preparation guidelines to enroll in a course.
Registration: the official process of enrolling in courses. The
process of registration must be completed by the second week
of the semester for Fall and Spring and by the middle of the
first week for Summer in order for a student to be officially
enrolled and to receive credit for his/her classes.
Schedule of Classes: a booklet used during registration,
listing the course ID number, title, units, time, instructor and
location of classes offered in a par ticular term. In addition, the
Schedule lists other course information (e.g., prerequisites, fees,
transfer credit) the registration and deadline calendars.
Semester Unit: in general, a semester unit represents one
hour of lecture or three hours of laboratory per week for a
semester. Graduation requires 60 semester units. One semester
unit or one credit hour is approximately three hours of recitation,
study or laboratory per week throughout the term. Please
see page 20.
Semester: one-half of the academic year 16 to 18 weeks
duration.
Short-Term Course: a class that meets for less than a full
semester.
Student Education Plan (SEP): a program of study and
services needed by the student to enable the student to reach
his/her educational objective. The SEP is developed by the
student and counselor.
TBA: “To Be Announced” is noted in the Schedule of Classes
when the time of a class may be arranged independently or
when the location or instructor is to be announced after the
publication goes to print.
Testing: students may expect continuous testing throughout
the semester in most class courses. Although a final
examination is generally required at the end of each course,
there is also continuous evaluation during the semester. Students
may contact instructors to see how they are doing during the
semester. The grade recorded on the student’s transcript is that
which is received at the end of the semester as a result of the
testing and other evaluative procedures utilized by the instructor
over that semester.
Transcript (of record): a copy of a student’s college
records prepared by the Admission and Record’s Office. Please
see page 14.
Transfer: this term generally applies to the student who plans
to continue his or her education at a four-year college or
university.
Transferable Course: a course that is accepted at universities
at least for elective credit. Indicated after each course in
the Catalog and Schedule under “Transfer Credit.”
Transfer Requirements: in order of impor tance, transfer
students must satisfy requirements for admission, preparation in
the major, and general education. Admissions requirements, at a
minimum, include units, scholarship, and subject area
preparation.
UC: the University of California system of 10 campuses.
Undergraduate: courses in the freshman through senior
years of college work. Courses taken up to completion of a
Bachelor’s Degree.
Units: the basic unit of credit is the semester unit which is
equivalent to a credit hour. One credit hour of community
college work is approximately three hours of recitation, study or
laboratory work per week throughout a term. For practical
purposes, the following terms are synonymous: unit, semester
unit, semester hours, credit, credit hour.
Units Attempted: total number of credit units in the courses
for which a student has enrolled.
Units Completed: total number of units in the courses for
which a student has received a grade of A, B, C, D, F, or Credit/
No Credit.
Upper Division: refers to courses taken at the junior and
senior class level at the four-year college or university.
Withdrawal: the process by which a student officially drops
from all classes during the semester. Check with the Admissions
Office for the specific requirements and procedures.
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