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2019-2020 Catalog: September 2019 Edition [ARCHIVED]
Course List
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Course Information
Below is a list of all courses available at IVC. To search for a particular course, use the Course Filter feature. If you are experiencing difficulty in using the keyword/phrase search, use the “Type” drop-down feature instead of the keyword search.
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ELEC 212 ADVANCED SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAICS 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ELEC 210 and ELEC 211
In this second level lecture/laboratory course students build upon skills learned in Solar 1-Grid-Tied to design an implement a cost-effective stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) system with battery backup. Students will also learn how to analyze data from system monitoring hardware and software, and use data to adjust a PV system to optimal performance. Student will work in groups to complete simulated tasks and objectives related to PV system. NR
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ELEC 230 BASIC ELECTRICITY 3 Units - 3 hour lecture
This introductory course emphasizes the basic concepts of electricity and their practical applications. The course focuses on basic two-terminal passive devices, direct current and alternating current, plus standard laboratory test equipment and procedures. Students analyze and test, circuits, including batteries, resistors, capacitors and inductors connected in series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. NR
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ELEC 232 BASIC ENERGY MANAGEMENT 3 Units - 3 hour lecture
An introductory course on fundamental principles and practices of energy conservation in buildings, including renovation and remodeling. The best practices include the diagnosis, retrofit, maintenance, and energy management of residential buildings, as well as technical and economic operating principles of electrical and mechanical devices for cost-effective decisions and energy-efficient choices NR
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ELEC 234 BLUEPRINT READING -
Covers the basics of Computer-Aided Design and the reading of blueprint plan sets as encountered by the air conditioning and refrigeration field technician, project manager and design engineer. Course includes practical application of numbers to the topics of problem solving, dimension conversion and mathematical verification, proportions and ratios, length measurements with field application and exercises, area calculations, duct and sheet metal calculations, and equivalent units of measurement. NR
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Electronic Technology |
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ET 92 BASIC ELECTRIC CIRCUITS I 4 Units - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Transfers: CSU, UC
Recommended Preparation: MATH 351
This introductory course studies the basic concepts of electricity and their practical applications. The course focuses on basic two-terminal passive devices, direct current and transient circuits, plus standard laboratory test equipment and procedures. Analyze, test, design and troubleshoot specific devices and circuits, including batteries, resistors, capacitors and inductors connected in series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. ET 92 was formerly offered as ET 102. NR
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ET 99 DIGITAL ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS 4 Units - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Transfers: CSU, UC
Prerequisite: ET 92
Recommended Preparation: ET 105
This course introduces the fundamental concepts of digital electronics, including binary numbers, truth tables, logic families, and Boolean algebra. Students test, troubleshoot, analyze, and design digital circuits including gate networks, flip-flops, multivibrators, registers, counters, state machines, memories, digital-to-analog (D/A) and analog-to-digital (A/D) converters, programmable logic devices, tri-state logic, and data communication circuits. NR
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ET 101 ELECTRONICS IN EVERYDAY LIFE 3 Units - 2.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
This course provides an introduction to the field of electronics. The course studies basic electronic principles, components and terminology and their practical application in such areas as radio, television, digital devices, household and automotive electronics. NR
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ET 104 BASIC ELECTRIC CIRCUITS II 4 Units - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
Prerequisite: ET 92
This course covers the principles and applications of AC circuits, including reactance, impedance, resonance, residential wiring and lighting, filters, spectrum analysis, audio, telephone, and radio. Students analyze, test, design and troubleshoot the devices and circuits studied. NR
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ET 105 ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND CIRCUITS I 4 Units - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
Prerequisite: ET 92
This course studies basic solid-state devices and their application circuits. Students test devices such as diodes, LEDs, transistors and thyristors and measure their characteristics. The course covers the analysis, troubleshooting, and design of solid-state application circuits, including rectifiers, switching circuits, and amplifiers. NR
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ET 107 ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND CIRCUITS II 4 Units - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
Prerequisite: ET 105
This course continues the study of solid-state devices and their application circuits begun in ET 105 . Students test and measure the characteristics of such devices as field effect transistors (FETs), operational amplifiers (op amps), linear integrated circuits, active filters, analog switches, opto-electronics, and fiber optics. They also analyze, design, and troubleshoot application circuits, including amplifiers, power supplies, voltage regulators, and oscillators. NR
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ET 116 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS 4 Units - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
Recommended Preparation: ET 99
This course deals with the application of electronics to industrial monitoring and control. It introduces the basic functional blocks used in industrial systems, including sensors, actuators, controllers, and signal processors. The course covers how to monitor and control industrial processes using a microcontroller or a programmable logic controller (PLC), and how to test, troubleshoot, analyze, and design commonly used industrial circuits and systems. Topics include digital and relay logic, time delay, motors, triacs, robotics, closed-loop control, and remote control. NR
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ET 119 INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION USING PLCS 2 Units - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
This course introduces the PLC, or programmable logic controller, a small, specialized computer used to control and monitor industrial processes. Students gain hands-on experience in both connecting the PLC to external equipment and programming it using ladder diagrams. Topics covered include relay ladder logic, latching, timing, counting, sequential control, sensors, and actuators. NR
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ET 120 INTRODUCTION TO MICROPROCESSORS AND MICROCONTROLLERS 4 Units - 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
Recommended Preparation: ET 99
This course introduces the microprocessor and microcontroller. Topics include tri-state buses, memory, input/output (I/O) ports, address decoding, assembly and machine language programming, addressing modes, logical and mathematical operations, branching, loops, subroutines, interfacing, interrupts, and troubleshooting techniques. Students design the hardware, software, and interfacing circuitry to provide a microprocessor-or microcontroller-based function, or a complete system. NR
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ET 122A EMBEDDED CONTROL SYSTEMS I 2 Units - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
Recommended Preparation: ET 99
This course covers embedded control systems based on the popular Microchip or Atmel series of controllers. Topics include microcontroller architecture and instruction set, software development tools, timers, subroutines, interrupts, and input/ output interfacing. Students design and construct the hardware, software, and interfacing circuitry to provide a complete embedded control system. NR
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ET 122B EMBEDDED CONTROL SYSTEMS II 2 Units - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
Prerequisite: ET 122A
This course continues the study of embedded controls systems begun in ET 122A using the popular Microchip or Atmel series of controllers. Students design and construct an individual microcontroller project, including the hardware, software, and interfacing circuity. NR
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ET 168 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY 1 Unit - 1 hour lab
Transfers: CSU
Prerequisite: Student must have taken or must be currently taking a course in college-level electronic technology
Limitation: Application must be approved by CWE coordinator.
This course provides students an opportunity for supervised work experience. Students extend their classroom-based learning by working at a job related to their major and to their occupational goal. Student, instructor, and employer will cooperatively develop a minimum of three learning objectives. One unit of credit will be awarded for each 75 hours of paid or 60 hours of volunteer employment for successful completion of learning objectives, and for attendance at scheduled seminar sessions. A maximum of four units may be applied toward major requirements for a certificate. NR
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ET 168 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY 2 Units - 2 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
Prerequisite: Student must have taken or must be currently taking a course in college-level electronic technology
Limitation: Application must be approved by CWE coordinator.
This course provides students an opportunity for supervised work experience. Students extend their classroom-based learning by working at a job related to their major and to their occupational goal. Student, instructor, and employer will cooperatively develop a minimum of three learning objectives. One unit of credit will be awarded for each 75 hours of paid or 60 hours of volunteer employment for successful completion of learning objectives, and for attendance at scheduled seminar sessions. A maximum of four units may be applied toward major requirements for a certificate. NR
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ET 168 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: ELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY 3 Units - 3 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
Prerequisite: Student must have taken or must be currently taking a course in college-level electronic technology
Limitation: Application must be approved by CWE coordinator.
This course provides students an opportunity for supervised work experience. Students extend their classroom-based learning by working at a job related to their major and to their occupational goal. Student, instructor, and employer will cooperatively develop a minimum of three learning objectives. One unit of credit will be awarded for each 75 hours of paid or 60 hours of volunteer employment for successful completion of learning objectives, and for attendance at scheduled seminar sessions. A maximum of four units may be applied toward major requirements for a certificate. NR
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Emeritus Institute - Accounting |
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ACCT 405 PERSONAL FINANCE 0 Units - 3 hours lecture
This course for older adults covers the management of personal finances using the criteria, methodology and resources for effective financial planning. Topics include money management, insurance analysis, investment and retirement planning, and tax strategies. Students will set personal goals and develop a financial plan to meet those goals. This is a non-credit open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-999
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Emeritus Institute - Art |
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ART 400 ART HISTORY 0 Units - 1 hour lecture
This course provides older adults an overview of the history of Western art. The course focuses on major works of art from the prehistoric to postmodern period. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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ART 400C ART HISTORY 0 Units - 3 hours lecture
This course provides lifelong education and older adults with an overview of the history of Western art. The course focuses on major works of art from the prehistoric to postmodern period. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. Field trips may be required. R-E-999
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ART 403 ART MEDIA 0 Units - 3 hours lab
This noncredit course introduces older adults to various art media, which may include drawing, painting, printmaking, beading, stained glass, or ceramics. It is designed to develop student’s appreciation of art and foster their creative expression. The course also includes the improving of fine motor skills and maintaining cognitive abilities. A list of instructional materials will be provided at the first class session. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-999
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ART 405 BEGINNING OIL PAINTING 0 Units - 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
This course is an introduction to the materials and techniques used in oil painting for the older adult. Students will have an opportunity to paint still life, floral, landscape, portrait, and abstract compositions. A list of instructional materials will be provided at the first class session. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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ART 408 FLORAL DESIGN-BEGINNING 0 Units - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab
This open-entry/open-exit course for older adults is an introduction to care and handling of fresh flowers, greens and plants in floral design. Detailed instruction and demonstrations of arrangements, corsages, and holiday designs will be given along with individual design time for the execution of take-home projects. R-E-999
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ART 410 INTERMEDIATE PAINTING 0 Units - 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
This intermediate painting course for the older adult emphasizes color theory, composition, and perspective in the application of oil, acrylic, and mixed media. Students will participate in exhibit, framing and installation activities. A list of instructional materials will be provided at the first class session. Students may meet with the instructor at alternate locations. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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ART 420 PAINTING IN SUBJECT AREAS 0 Units - 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
This course is an introduction to the theory, history and practice of landscape, seascape, life, and still life painting for the older adult. The materials, applications, and techniques relevant to each subject area will be emphasized. A list of instructional material will be provided at the first class session. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-999
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ART 424 BEGINNING SKETCHING 0 Units - 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
This course presents beginning sketching techniques and media for the older adult. Students will create still lifes, gesture/figure drawings and outdoor sketches in the classic media of pencil, pen and ink, charcoal and pastel. A list of instructional materials will be provided at the first class session. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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ART 425 INTERMEDIATE SKETCHING 0 Units - 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
This course presents intermediate sketching techniques and media for older adults. Students will create life drawings, landscapes, and still life compositions in the classic media of pencil, pen and ink, charcoal, and pastel. A list of instructional materials will be provided at the first class session. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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ART 426 ADVANCED SKETCHING 0 Units - 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
Recommended Preparation: ART 425
This course presents advanced-level sketching techniques and media for older adults. Students will create life drawings, landscapes, and still life compositions in the classic media of pencil, pen and ink, charcoal and pastel, as well as new and mixed media. Abstract and experimental techniques will be emphasized. A list of instructional materials will be provided at the first class session. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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ART 430 BEGINNING WATERCOLOR 0 Units - 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
This course for older adults introduces the materials and techniques used in watercolor painting. The course presents the basic methods of applying watercolor in washes, color mixing, and brush techniques, emphasizing the spontaneity of transparent watercolor. A list of instructional materials will be provided at the first class session. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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ART 435 INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED WATERCOLOR 0 Units - 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
Recommended Preparation: ART 430
This is a course in intermediate and advanced watercolor applications and brush techniques for older adults. Emphasis will be placed on color mixing in a broader palette for washes, glazing, and spontaneous interpretation of the subject matter. A list of instructional materials will be provided at the first class session. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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Emeritus Institute - Food and Nutrition |
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FN 400 NUTRITION/COOKING FOR ONE OR TWO 0 Units - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab
This course offers practical information about nutrition, food preparation, menu planning, and food shopping for one or two people, focusing on the dietary needs of older adults. Simplified meal preparation will be demonstrated in the cooking lab. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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Emeritus Institute - Health |
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HLTH 400 HEALTH AND FITNESS FOR THE MATURE ADULT 0 Units - 0.5 hour lab
This course assesses the physical and mental health processes of aging and stresses the importance of exercise in maintaining independence in daily activities. Topics include cognitive and physical exercise, diet, nutrition, and disease and injury prevention as it relates to the older adult. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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Emeritus Institute - Literature |
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ENG 435 FILM GENRES 0 Units - 1.5 hours lab
A formal analysis of film as an art form for older adults. Films of various styles and periods will address issues of plot, character, setting, dialogue, imagery and symbolism. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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Emeritus Institute - Music |
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MUS 400 MUSIC APPRECIATION 0 Units - 1 hour lecture, 0.5 hour lab
This course is an introduction to music appreciation for older adults. The course provides an overview of important periods and styles of music, the form of compositions, practical music theory, the concert program, and the role and contribution of various instruments and voices in the orchestra. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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MUS 450 BEGINNING PIANO 0 Units - 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
This is a beginning course in popular and classical piano technique for older adults. The course focuses on music theory, note reading, scales, fingering, chording, sight reading, and performance techniques. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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MUS 451 INTERMEDIATE PIANO 0 Units - 0.5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
This is an intermediate-level course in classical and popular piano technique and performance for older adults. The course focuses on theory, fingering, interpretation techniques, sight reading, and repertoire development. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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MUS 452 EARLY ADVANCED PIANO 0 Units - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: MUS 451 , MUS 46 , or two years of piano.
This course provides group piano instruction at the advanced level for older adults. The course focuses on the historical background and theoretical structure of works from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Modern periods; and on the analysis and criticism of each performance through teacher and group discussion. Preparation for performances includes research and listening in addition to much practice. Students strengthen and refine skills in style, interpretation, and technique, participating in both individual and group assignments. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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MUS 454 PIANO MASTER CLASS-SOLO AND COLLABORATIVE PIANO 0 Units - 3 hours lab
This course provides advanced piano master classes and performance opportunities for older adults. The emphasis is on the development of individual musicianship and the skills needed to perform within an ensemble. Participation in formal concerts is encouraged. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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MUS 460 REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE: INSTRUMENTAL 0 Units - 1 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
Recommended Preparation: Previous instrumental training and demonstrated proficiency
This course for older adults focuses on the study, preparation, and performance of an orchestral concert repertoire. Students may participate in concerts and recitals at alternate locations. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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MUS 461 MAKE MUSIC FOR LIFE 0 Units - 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours lab
This open-entry/open-exit course, for older adults, focuses on improving technical skills,musical interpretation, and the joy of playing music in a group setting. Emphasis includes deep breathing, poised relaxation, and a scientific approach to tone production. The class is open to woodwind, brass, string and percussion instrumentalists. R-E-99
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MUS 480 CHORAL ENSEMBLE 0 Units - 0.75 hours lecture, 0.75 hours lab
This is a course in choral singing and choral literature for older adults. The course focuses on developing correct singing techniques, vocal production, and sight-reading skills. Students may participate in concerts and recitals at alternate locations. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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Emeritus Institute - Theatre Arts |
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TA 415 THEATRE REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE 0 Units - 1.5 hours lab
This course for older adults focuses on the preparation, rehearsal, and performance of public theatre productions. Students participate in selecting a production, analyzing the script, auditioning, acting, technical preparation, and production management. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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TA 416 VOICE AND DICTION FOR THE MATURE ADULT 0 Units - 3 hours lecture
In this course adult students study and assess the physical and mental health processes of an aging voice through the study of principles and practices of vocal and articulatory development and control for the adult. The course provides drills in phonation and drills for clarity, ease in articulation, resonance, vocal variety and injury prevention as it relates to the older adult. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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TA 445 THEATRICAL SCENE PAINTING AND FAUX FINISHING FOR THE HOME 0 Units - 3 hours lab
In this course adult students learn skills in faux finishing techniques and mural painting. Students will create sample boards of techniques demonstrated by the instructor. Students will learn how to simulate wood, marble, stone, brick and fabric using a variety of paint techniques. Skills learned in this class are applicable to both theatrical and interior design practice. This is an open-entry/open-exit course. R-E-99
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Engineering |
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ENGR 7 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING METHODS 4 Units - 3 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
Transfers: CSU, UC
Recommended Preparation: DMP 220
This course provides practical experience for students majoring in engineering and applied sciences. It focuses on modeling and designing with a physical element such as a robot or quad-copter. Students will develop skills such as analyzing physical structures, manufacturing small components, testing, team building, planning, scheduling, management, and implementation of a final design. Projects may include data collection, design reviews, analysis, report writing, group construction projects, and participation in competitions based on related criteria. NR
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ENGR 20 INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING AND PROBLEM SOLVING WITH MATLAB 3 Units - 3 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
Transfers: CSU, UC
Prerequisite: MATH 2
Recommended Preparation: CS 1
This course provides an introduction to computer programming within the numerical computing environment of MATLAB/Simulink. It provides students with a working knowledge of computer-based problem-solving methods relevant to science and engineering. It introduces the fundamentals of procedural and object-oriented programming with MATLAB/Simulink program to formulate, solve, and verify solutions to engineering, math and physics problems. NR
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ENGR 21 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY 1 Unit - 1 hour lecture
Transfers: CSU, UC
This course provides an overview of occupations in engineering and related technologies. It is designed to familiarize students with the educational requirements for and opportunities for employment as an engineer or engineering technologist, as well as the nature and responsibilities of such work. NR
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ENGR 23 ENGINEERING GRAPHICS AND DESCRIPTIVE GEOMETRY 3 Units - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
Transfers: CSU, UC
This course introduces the principles of graphic modeling and problem solving with the support of 3D computer-aided design. Students solve common math and engineering problems with the assistance of 3D CAD models. Typical assignments involve generating standard orthographic views, building 2D and 3D civil engineering models, finding intersections and angles created by multiple lines and surfaces, constructing developments, and performing vector computations. NR
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ENGR 25 3D CIVIL COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN 3 Units - 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Transfers: CSU, UC
Recommended Preparation: ENGR 23 is strongly recommended
This is an advanced computer aided design course which demonstrates modern three dimensional terrain modeling techniques as well as digital civil design concepts. In addition to learning how to collect, refine, and model topographical data points in modern parametric CAD systems, students will generate detailed drawing sets, cost and feasibility studies of detailed projects, and industry standard presentations. Recent advances in base mapping, GPS, GIS, earthwork management, and watershed analysis are central to laboratory assignments. Students require solid knowledge of two and three dimensional CAD modeling and civil engineering standards related to site planning, codes, and topography. ENGR 25 was formerly offered as ENGR 125. NR
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ENGR 30 STATICS OF RIGID BODIES AND STRUCTURES 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Transfers: CSU, UC
Prerequisite: PHYS 4A and MATH 3B or MATH 3BH
Recommended Preparation: MATH 4A , MATH 26
This course covers major topics in statics such as addition and resolution of forces, and developing equivalent systems of forces. It includes analysis and calculations related to concentrated and distributed forces, centroids, and rigid-body equilibrium analysis under forces. The course also includes calculations related to one-dimensional cables and bars under axial loads. It covers topics of statical determinacy, stress, strain, and elastic behavior, and numerical analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate trusses. NR
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ENGR 54 PRINCIPLES OF MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Transfers: CSU, UC
Prerequisite: CHEM 1A , PHYS 4A
This course covers major topics related to engineering design, manufacturing, and the properties of materials used in modern component construction. Students will learn to implement design methods required to efficiently use manufacturing methods such as machining, forming, and molding. students will conduct analysis of material used for practical application of manufacturing processes. Atomic structure, bonding, defects, phase equilibria, mechanical properties, electrical properties, and optical properties are key elements which students study in detail to provide a firm support for student assumptions during analysis. NR
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ENGR 70 INTRODUCTION TO NETWORK ANALYSIS 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Transfers: CSU, UC
Prerequisite: MATH 3B or MATH 3BH , PHYS 4B , and MATH 24 or MATH 24H
This course provides instruction in the modeling and analysis of electrical networks. Introduction to basic network theorems, sinusoidal steady state, transient analysis of RLC (Resistor, Inductor, Capacitor) networks, impedance concept, and solving network circuit problems. NR
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ENGR 80 ENGINEERING DYNAMICS 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Transfers: CSU, UC
Prerequisite: PHYS 4A
Recommended Preparation: MATH 4A
This course is an introduction to the kinetics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. The topics covered include the Newton-Euler principles, work and energy relationships, and impulse and momentum methods to ascertain the dynamics of particles and rigid bodies. NR
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ENGR 83 COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN TECHNIQUES 3 Units - 2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab
Transfers: CSU, UC
Recommended Preparation: DR 50
This intermediate-level course presents the latest techniques in parametric 3D computer-aided design and analysis. Students integrate design criteria such as materials of construction, manufacturing processes, cost constraints, aesthetics, and failure assessment to generate and refine industry-standard mechanical components. NR
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ENGR 91 INTRODUCTION TO THERMODYNAMICS 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Transfers: CSU, UC
Prerequisite: PHYS 4C
This course covers major topics related to thermodynamic systems. Students will learn to identify the control mass and control volume in thermodynamic problems, calculate properties of pure substances, map and analyze processes on Temperature-Volume, Pressure-Volume, and Temperature-Entropy diagrams, apply the first and second laws of thermodynamics to control mass and control volume processes, and use the Carnot thermodynamic cycle to calculate the limits of the thermal efficiency. NR
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ENGR 100 RESEARCH TOPICS IN ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCES 2 Units - 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab
Transfers: CSU
This course provides practical experience for students majoring in engineering and applied sciences. It focuses on management of all types of engineering projects from visualization, planning, scheduling, management, and implementation. Projects may include data collection, analysis, report writing, and construction management. R-I-3
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English as a Second Language |
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ESL 80 ACADEMIC WRITING II FOR MULTILINGUAL WRITERS 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
Transfers: CSU, UC
Prerequisite: ESL 370
Corequisite: ESL 301L
This is the second semester of the academic writing sequence designed for non-native English writers who need to gain a greater understanding of Academic English. Students write essays in response to assigned readings of college-level texts. The course covers how to develop a thesis statement, how to control the structure of an academic essay, and how to develop details of support through multiple drafts. It focuses on refining academic reading, writing, language, and critical thinking skills with an emphasis on the academic essay. Successful completion allows students to enroll in ESL 90. ESL 80 and ESL 90 CSU are UC transferable. UC will take up to 8 units of ESL. ESL 80 was formerly offered as ESL 301. NR
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ESL 90 ACADEMIC WRITING III FOR MULTILINGUAL WRITERS 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
Transfers: CSU, UC
Prerequisite: ESL 80
Corequisite: ESL 201L
This is the third and final semester of the academic writing sequence designed for non-native English writers who need to gain proficiency in Academic English. Students write essays in response to assigned readings from a range of college-level texts. The course covers how to state and develop a central idea of an essay, organize paragraphs into logical sequence, and integrate the ideas of others into a paper that expresses the writer’s own analysis as developed through multiple drafts. The course also introduces students to critical reading and writing to promote the study of language conventions used to construct academic writing. Successful completion allows students to enroll in WR 1. ESL 90 is CSU and UC transferable. UC will take up to 8 units of ESL. ESL 90 was formerly offered as ESL 201. NR
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ESL 201L ACADEMIC WRITING III LEARNING CENTER 0.5 Unit - 1.5 hours learning center 1.5 hours learning center
Corequisite: ESL 90
This pass/no-pass course offers supplemental language learning assistance for students concurrently enrolled in ESL 90. Students must complete 24 hours in the learning center during the semester in order to receive credit. R-E-3
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ESL 301L ACADEMIC WRITING II LEARNING CENTER 0.5 Unit - 1.5 hours learning center 1.5 hours learning center
Corequisite: ESL 80
This pass/no-pass course offers supplemental language learning assistance for students concurrently enrolled in ESL 80. Students must complete 24 hours in the learning center during the semester in order to receive credit. R-E-3
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ESL 302 ACADEMIC LANGUAGE SUPPORT FOR COLLEGE WRITING 2 Units - 2 hours lecture
Corequisite: WR 1 and WR 382
ESL 302 is a supplemental writing course taught in conjunction with WR 1. ESL 302 is designed for non-native English writers who need to refine their proficiency in Academic English as they are concurrently enrolled in WR 1. In ESL 302, students will receive additional linguistic support as they write essays in response to assigned texts from a range of college-level readings. Students eligible for this course need to have a WR1 plus ESL 302 placement or WR 1 plus ESL 302 language proficiency as determined by ESL faculty.Successful completion of ESL 302 and WR 1 allows students to enroll in WR 2. NR
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ESL 340A BEGINNING SKILLS IA 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
Beginning Skills IA is the first semester of an introduction to the English sequence of core courses for non-native speakers. This initial core course includes basic skill development in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis is on acquiring basic grammatical structures, reading and vocabulary. NR
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ESL 340B BEGINNING SKILLS IB 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 340A
Beginning Skills IB is the second semester of an introduction to English sequence for non-native speakers. The core course includes basic skill development in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis is on further developing introductory survival skills. NR
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ESL 340X BEGINNING SKILLS I X 0 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 340B
This zero-unit, open-entry/open-exit course allows the student who has successfully completed ESL 340B to continue developing fundamental skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing before advancing to ESL 341A . R-E-99
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ESL 341A BEGINNING SKILLS II A 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 340B or AESL 502
Beginning Skills II A is the first semester in a two course sequence of core courses at the high beginning level for non-native speakers of English. This integrated course continues to develop fundamental skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, with an emphasis on acquiring basic grammatical structures, reading and vocabulary. NR
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ESL 341B BEGINNING SKILLS II B 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 341A
Beginning Skills II B is the second semester in a two course sequence of core courses at the high beginning level for non-native speakers of English. This integrated course further develops basic skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing, with an emphasis on acquiring basic grammatical structures, reading and vocabulary. NR
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ESL 341X BEGINNING SKILLS II X 0 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 341B
This zero-unit, open-entry/open-exit course allows the student who has successfully completed ESL 341B to continue acquiring basic grammatical structures and vocabulary. R-E-99
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ESL 342 BEGINNING CONVERSATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
The course is designed to increase the student’s basic ability to understand spoken English and use English in conversation. Students practice dialogues for a variety of common situations-e.g., phone calling, shopping, asking directions-in order to build active listening and speaking skills. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 343 BEGINNING PRONUNCIATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
The course is designed to help beginning students improve their pronunciation skills. Students gain self-confidence in speaking through intensive pronunciation drills, short readings, dramatizations, and role-playing, and in free conversation designed to elicit pronunciation objectives. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 352 BEGINNING CONVERSATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
The course is designed to increase the student’s basic ability to understand spoken English and use English in conversation. Emphasis is on communicating orally in a variety of situations and on recognizing and integrating grammatical structures in dialogues and conversations. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 353 BEGINNING PRONUNCIATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
The course is designed to help beginning ESL students improve their pronunciation skills. The course will help students recognize and use the sounds, rhythms, stresses, and intonation patterns of American English. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 360A INTERMEDIATE SKILLS I A 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 341B or AESL 503
This is the first semester in a two course sequence at the low intermediate level for non-native speakers of English. This integrated course is designed to further develop language skills including reading, writing, listening and speaking. Topics include grammatical structures, vocabulary, oral production and aural comprehension within the context of readings and discussions about social, cultural and academic topics. NR
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ESL 360B INTERMEDIATE SKILLS I B 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 360A or ESL assessment
This is the second semester in a two course sequence at the low intermediate level for non-native speakers of English. The course is designed to further develop language skills including reading, writing, listening and speaking. Topics include grammatical structures, vocabulary, oral production and aural comprehension within the context of readings and discussions about social, cultural and academic topics. NR
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ESL 360X INTERMEDIATE SKILLS I X 0 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 360B
This zero-unit, open-entry/open-exit course allows the student who has successfully completed ESL 360B to continue to refine reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, particularly in the context of reflections on social, cultural, and current events. R-E-99
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ESL 361A INTERMEDIATE SKILLS II A 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
This is the first semester in a two course sequence at the high intermediate level for non-native speakers of English. The course is designed to refine language skills including reading, writing, listening and speaking. Topics include grammatical structures, vocabulary, oral production and aural comprehension, along with an introduction to academic reading and writing skills, preparing students for advanced level classes. NR
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ESL 361B INTERMEDIATE SKILLS II B 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 361A or ESL assessment
This is the second semester in a two course sequence at the high-intermediate level for non-native speakers of English. The course is designed to further refine language skills including reading, writing, listening and speaking. Topics include grammatical structures, vocabulary, oral production and aural comprehension, along with an introduction to academic reading and writing skills, preparing students for advanced level classes. NR
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ESL 361X INTERMEDIATE SKILLS II X 0 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 361B
This zero-unit, open-entry/open-exit course allows the student who has successfully completed ESL 361B to further refine reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, including grammatical structures and vocabulary appropriate to social, cultural, and current events. R-E-99
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ESL 362 INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
The course is designed to develop the student’s ability to comprehend spoken English and improve fluency in conversation at the intermediate level. Emphasis is on oral communication through the practice of situational dialogues, role-playing, and skits. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 363 INTERMEDIATE PRONUNCIATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
The course is designed to help intermediate level students recognize and produce the sounds, rhythms, stresses, and intonation patterns of American English. Students develop ability in all speaking situations through intensive training in oral readings in English, more advanced pronunciation practice, in-class conversations, dialogues, dramatizations, and other listening and speaking situations. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 364 IDIOMS IN AMERICAN ENGLISH 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
This course is designed to help non-native speakers understand and use - in both speech and writing - the most common and helpful English idioms. The course will introduce two-word verbs, phrasal verbs, prepositional verbs, and idiomatic expressions focused on the topics of achieving success, argument and problem solving. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 370 ACADEMIC WRITING I FOR MULTILINGUAL WRITERS 5 Units - 5 hours lecture
Prerequisite: ESL 361B
This the first semester of the academic writing sequence designed for non-native English writers who need to be introduced to the demands of Academic English. Students will write paragraphs and essays as they respond to text-based prompts. The course covers refining the academic paragraph, and structuring the academic essay. The course focuses on developing academic reading, writing, language, and critical thinking skills. Successful completion allows students to enroll in ESL 80.
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ESL 372 INTERMEDIATE CONVERSATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
The course is designed to increase the student’s ability to comprehend native spoken English and increase fluency in conversation. Emphasis is on oral communication through the practice of situational dialogues, role-playing, and skits. Reading and writing are used to enhance opportunities for a student to acquire and use new structures and vocabulary. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 373 INTERMEDIATE PRONUNCIATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
The course is designed to help intermediate level students recognize and produce the sounds, rhythms, stresses, and intonation patterns of American English. Students gain self-confidence in speaking through intensive pronunciation drills, short readings, dramatizations, and role-playing, and in free conversation designed to elicit pronunciation objectives. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 374 IDIOMS IN AMERICAN ENGLISH 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
This course is designed to help non-native speakers understand and use - in both speech and writing - the most common and helpful English idioms. The course will introduce two-word verbs, phrasal verbs, prepositional verbs, and idiomatic expressions focused on the topics of negotiation, academics, money, and leisure. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 382 ADVANCED CONVERSATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
This course is designed to develop oral academic skills and improve a student’s ability to communicate in expected and unexpected situations. Emphasis is on self-expression in problem-solving tasks and oral presentations. Upon successful completion of the course, students should demonstrate an increased accuracy in fluency, expression, and aural comprehension. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 383 ADVANCED PRONUNCIATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
This course is designed to help advanced ESL students improve their listening and self-monitoring skills in daily speech and build their pronunciation awareness. The course provides extensive practice with all aspects of pronunciation. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 384 ADVANCED VOCABULARY SKILLS 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
This course is designed to develop college-level vocabulary. Topics include etymology, academic terminology, idiomatic expressions, and language appropriate to social, cultural and current events. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 385 ACADEMIC READING 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
The course introduces non-native English students to reading strategies that students may apply to textbooks and other academic prose. Students focus on building background information in content areas in a variety of disciplines. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 387 ADVANCED GRAMMAR REVIEW 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
The course is designed for those who are at least at the upper intermediate level of the English as a Second Language program or the equivalent, or who are entering college-level courses. The course focuses on a review of grammatical structures, particularly the construction of complex clauses and sentences. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 388 ADVANCED GRAMMAR AND WRITING 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL 361B
This course focuses on grammatical structures particularly difficult for advanced non-native speakers of English, and on writing grammatically correct academic prose. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 389 ESL LEARNING CENTER 0 Units - 12 hours learning center
Corequisite: ESL 340A , ESL 340B , ESL 341A , ESL 341B , ESL 342 , ESL 343 , ESL 352 , ESL 353 , ESL 360A , ESL 360B , ESL 361A , ESL 361B , ESL 362 , ESL 363 , ESL 364 , ESL 370 , ESL 372 , ESL 373 , ESL 374 , ESL 382 , ESL 383 , ESL 384 , ESL 385 , ESL 388 , ESL 394 , ESL 395 , ESL 382 , ESL 392 , ESL 393 , ESL 398
This open-entry/open-exit course offers conference instruction with ESL language instructors for students enrolled in specified ESL corequisite courses. The course focus is on exercises and assignments to improve students’ speaking, listening, reading, writing, and grammar skills in English. R-E-99
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ESL 390 LANGUAGE THROUGH LITERATURE 4 Units - 4 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL assessment
This course focuses on developing literary and cultural understanding of fiction, drama, and poetry, and on increasing knowledge of the English language in all areas: reading, writing, vocabulary, and oral/aural skills. Fall semester only. NR
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ESL 392 ADVANCED CONVERSATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
This course is designed to improve a students’ oral academic skills and their ability to communicate in expected and unexpected situations. Emphasis is on defense of decisions, attitudes and values; and succinct expression of oneself in varying environments. Upon successful completion of the course, students should demonstrate increased accuracy in fluency, expression, and aural comprehension. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 393 ADVANCED PRONUNCIATION 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
This course is designed to help students refine their listening and self-monitoring skills in daily speech and academic situations. Students work further on the sounds, rhythm, stress and intonation patterns of American English through intensive pronunciation drills, short readings, dramatizations, role-playing exercises, and free conversations designed to elicit pronunciation objectives. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 394 ADVANCED VOCABULARY SKILLS 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
This course is designed to enhance college-level vocabulary. Topics include academic word lists; discipline specific terminology and expressions; and general academic language. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 395 ACADEMIC READING 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
This course will introduce students to strategies employed in academic reading with a focus on language development. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 397 ADVANCED GRAMMAR REVIEW 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
It is designed for students who have completed the intermediate sequence of the English as a Second Language program or the equivalent, or who are entering college-level courses. The course focuses on a review of grammatical structures, particularly verb tenses, verb moods, and word forms. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 398 ADVANCED GRAMMAR AND WRITING 3 Units - 3 hours lecture
Recommended Preparation: ESL 361B
This course focuses on complex grammatical structures particularly difficult for non-native writers of English. Spring semester only. NR
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ESL 399 LANGUAGE THROUGH LITERATURE 4 Units - 4 hours lecture
This course focuses on increasing the English proficiency of reading, writing, vocabulary, and oral skills as advanced ESL students read and analyze works of fiction, drama, and poetry. Emphasis is on active student participation in a wide variety of both oral and written activities. Spring semester only. NR
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