Sec Days hrs rm instr dates Sec Days hrs rm instr dates Sec Days hrs rm instr datesCIS-099 Occupational Work Experience(LR) - 1-4 UnitsPrerequisite: Employment in career-related field.Co-op education. Students may receive credit for jobs they hold that relateto career goals or provide employment training. There are no attendance,tests, or extensive research papers to write, however, students must attend anorientation with the instructor. Students MUST attend an Orientation meetingto be officially enrolled in a class.0214 LA-18 Yamamoto, M SemesterOrientations will be on 1/25,1/26, 1/27, 1/28, 1/31, 2/1, 2/2, 2/3and 2/4 from 12noon-1:00pm and 5:00-6:00pm in LA-26.Studentsmust attend one of the meetings to be officially enrolled in the course.For more information call (510) 235-5-7800, ext. 4337.CIS-110 Fundamental Computer Literacy(SC) - 2 UnitsCo-requisite: CIS 095A-DThis course is a non-technical introduction to computers. It covers basiccomputer technology, examines social issues surrounding computers, andintroduces the student to hands-on general Windows commands and wordprocessing.1335 TTH 7:10-8:30pm CTC-114 Watkins, R 3/<strong>22</strong>-5/26TTH 8:40-10:00pm CTC-128CIS-135 Introduction to Computers (SC) - 4 UnitsCo-requisite: CIS 095A-DThis course will familiarize the business person, first-time computer user,and transfer student with the skills needed to successfully operate apersonal computer using commercially available software. Computer history,hardware, software and social issues are discussed, and students will beable to demonstrate computer literacy upon successful completion of thiscourse. Students are introduced to general Windows operations, the Internet,Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and BASIC programming.3066 S 9:10-10:30am CTC-114 Seraphin, N SemesterS 10:40-12:00pm CTC-128S 12:10-1:30pm CTC-114S 1:40-3:00pm CTC-1288682 MW 9:40-11:00am CTC-114 Chan, R SemesterMW 11:10-12:30pm CTC-1283063 TTH 9:40-11:00am CTC-114 Chan, R SemesterTTH 11:10-12:30pm CTC-1286703 MW 12:40-2:00pm CTC-114 Chan, R SemesterMW 2:10-3:30pm CTC-1284571 TTH 12:40-2:00pm CTC-114 Watkins, R SemesterTTH 2:10-3:30pm CTC-1283065 MW 7:10-8:30pm CTC-114 Watkins, R SemesterMW 8:40-10:00pm CTC-128CIS-166B Advanced Web Page Development(SC) - 1.75 UnitsPrerequisite: CIS 166A or Challenge the CIS 166A exam with 70% or betteror provide a sample Web page with links, graphics,image maps, tables,frames, and forms and explain the HTML code that supports it.Co-requisite: CIS 095A-DThis course is a continuation of CIS 166A: Basic Web Page Development.Advanced “real-world” application of Web pages including cascading stylesheets (CSS), JavaScript, DHTML, XML, and multimedia using a simple texteditor.3820 TTH 7:10-8:30pm CTC-114 Watkins, R 1/25-3/17TTH 8:40-9:30pm CTC-128CIS-201 Microsoft Excel/Information Processing(SC) - 3.5 UnitsPrerequisite: CIS-135 or CIS 037 with a minimum grade of “C”Co-requisite: CIS-095A-DThis course will introduce students to intermediate and advanced features ofMicrosoft Excel such as lists, filters, pivot tables, and macros. Ten-key skillsusing the computer numeric keypad and the principles of mathematics usedon the job will also be introduced. Students will receive hands-on experienceworking on actual projects--the best way to prepare them for the on-the-jobchallenges they’ll face. This course offers complete instruction in all skillsets and activities for the appropriate Microsoft Office Specialist Certification(MOS) Exams.38<strong>22</strong> TTH 12:40-2:00pm CTC-113 Chan, R SemesterTTH 2:10-3:00pm CTC-127Computer ScienceCOMP-095A Computer Aided Instruction (P/NP) - .2 UnitComputer laboratory assignments are designed to supplement and reinforceskills acquired in the particular course which lists this course as a corequisite.4583 Murphy, T SemesterClass is hours by arrangement. For more information, contact ThomasMurphy at (510) 235-7800, ext. 4348 or tmurphy@contracosta.edu.COMP-252 Data Structures and Algorithms(LR) - 4 UnitsPrerequisite: COMP 251This course is designed to present programming concepts and methodologyfor large high-level language programming tasks using data abstraction,structures, and associated algorithms. Topics include lists, stacks, queues,trees, hash tables, sorting, searching, and recursion. There will be at least oneprogramming assignment of 500-750 lines.1502 MTWTH 9:35-11:00am CTC-127 Murphy, T SemesterSection 1502 has no class meetings from 3/7-3/10 nor during SpringBreak, 4/18-4/21.COMP-260 Introduction to Programming - LISP(SC) - 4 UnitsThis course provides an introduction to computer science using the LISPprogramming language and techniques of functional programming. Topicsinclude methodologies for program design, development, style, testing, anddocumentation; algorithms, control structures, sub-programs, and elementarydata structures. This course covers functions and list structures; operationson lists, recursion, iteration, programming style; and Lambda expressions.The course includes laboratory problems using a LISP complex.2176 MTWTH 11:10-12:35pm CTC-127 Murphy, T SemesterSection 2176 has no class meetings from 3/7-3/10 nor during SpringBreak, 4/18-4/21.COMP-298 Independent Study (LR) - .2-4 UnitsPrerequisite: Educational contract of study signed by an instructor, departmentchair and senior dean of instruction. Topics must extend beyond regularcourse offerings.This course is designed for selected students to pursue independent study inComputer Science under the direction of an instructor.4582 Murphy, T SemesterClass is hours by arrangement.For more information contact Tom Murphy, tmurphy@contracosta.eduCooperative EducationCOOP-160 General Work Experience Education(LR) - 1-3 UnitsThis course will allow students to earn college units for their general workexperience during the semester. Students’ work experience need not berelated to their college major or career goals. With the collaboration ofstudent, instructor, and worksite supervisor, the student will learn new skilland/or knowledge about her/his job and improve work performance. Workexperience can be paid or non-paid. (Summer session requires proportionatelyfewer hours of work experiences). Student can repeat this course up toa maximum of 6 units earned.1879 LA-18 Yamamoto, M SemesterOrientations for COOP 160-1879 will be on 1/25,1/26, 1/27, 1/28,1/31, 2/1, 2/2, 2/3 and 2/4 from 12/noon-1:00pm and 5:00-6:00pmin LA-26. Students must attend one of the meetings to be officiallyenrolled in the course. For more information call (510) 235-7800,ext. 4337.COOP-170 Occupational Work Experience Education(SC) - 2-4 UnitsThis course will allow student sto earn college units for their work experienceduring the semester. Student’s work experience must be realted to theircollege major or career goals. With the collaboration of student, instructor,and worksite supervisor, the student will learn new skill and/or knowledgeabout her/his job and improve work performance. Work experience can bepaid or non-paid. (Summer session requires proportionately fewer hours ofwork experiences). Student can repeat this course up to a maximum of 16units earned.*Students must be enrolled in at least seven units, including their cooperativeeducation units. They must be in a paid or unpaid work experience. StudentsMUST attend an Orientation meeting to be officially enrolled in a class.1878 LA-18 Yamamoto, M SemesterOrientations for COOP 170-1878 will be on 1/25,1/26, 1/27, 1/28,1/31, 2/1, 2/2, 2/3 and 2/4 from 12noon-1:00pm and 5:00-6:00pmin LA-26.Students must attend one of the meetings to be officiallyenrolled in the course. For more information call (510) 235-7800,ext. 4337.CosmetologyCOSME-010 Introduction to Theory, Principles andPractices (LR) - .5-16 UnitsThis course of study will be stipulated in the California Cosmetology Actas defined by the Department of Professional and Vocational Standards:theory, reception desk work, hairdressing (wet and thermal), shampoo, haircutting, permanent wave, chemical straightening, hair coloring, bleaching,scalp and hair treatment, facials, make-up, eyebrow arching, manicuring andmiscellaneous studies. Presentation is lecture-workshop-laboratory model.One unit of credit will be granted for each 50 hours successfully completed.The course is repeatable to a maximum of 32 units and the 1600 requiredhours for state board exam and 1600 hours total lab. Upon completion ofthe required 1600 hours of training, you are them eligible to apply for theCalifornia State board exam. Upon passing the exam, you will receive alicense to work.0390 OC Terranova, P 1/1-5/31Section 0390 meets off campus at W-Institute, 4330 Clayton Rd.,Concord CA 94521-5385. For more information call (925) 602-1040.2390 OC Terranova, P 1/1-5/31Section 2390 meets off campus at W-Institute, 4330 Clayton Rd.,Concord CA 94521-5385. For more information call (925) 602-1040.COSME-070 Manicuring and Pedicuring (LR) - .5-8 UnitsThis course consists of technical instruction and practical operations coveringall practices of a manicurist and pedicurist, pursuant to Section 7350 of theCosmetology Act. Technical instructions include practical operations, includingthe actual performance by the student. One unit of credit granted for each50 hours successfully completed. This course requires a total of 8 units or400 hours for state board exam. Upon completion of the required 400 hoursof training, you are them eligible to apply for the California State board exam.Upon passing the exam, you will receive a license to work.2391 OC Terranova, P 1/1-5/31Section 2391 meets off campus at W-Institute, 4330 Clayton Rd.,Concord, CA 94521-5385. For more information call (925) 602-1040.A F R E S H L O O K . . .CCC offers Cosmetologyat “W INSTITUTE”W Institute is a new Reden Schoolbased in Concord.Curriculum includes cosmetology,aesthetician, and nail technology.For registration information contact:Rebecca LaCount,Career Technical Education Counselor510-235-7800 ext. 491414 • Spring 2011 • <strong>Contra</strong> <strong>Costa</strong> <strong>College</strong> • www.contracosta .edu
Sec Days hrs rm instr dates Sec Days hrs rm instr dates Sec Days hrs rm instr datesCOSME-080 Esthetician Training (LR) - .5-12 UnitsThis course of study will be stipulated in the California Cosmetology Act asdefined by the Department of Professional and Vocational Standards andwill include giving facials, applying make-up, giving skin care, removing hairby tweezing, depilatory or waxing, upper body massage, applying eyelashes,theory, reception desk work, modeling and miscellaneous studies. Presentationmethods include lecture, workshop, laboratory, and model. One unit ofcredit will be granted for each 50 hours successfully completed for a total of600 hours. Upon completion of the required 600 hours of training, you arethem eligible to apply for the California State board exam. Upon passing theexam, you will receive a license to work.2392 OC Terranova, P 1/1-5/31Section 2392 meets off campus at W-Institute, 4330 Clayton Rd.,Concord, CA 94521-5385. For more information call (925) 602-1040.3960 OC Terranova, P 1/1-5/31Section 3960 and meets off campus at W-Institute, 4330 Clayton Rd.,Concord, CA 94521-5385. For more information call(925) 602-1040. Class is up to 486 hours (54 hours per 1 unit).CounselingCOUNS-120 Managing <strong>College</strong> Success and LifeTransitions (SC) - 3 UnitsThis course helps the student develop the skills and tools necessary tosucceed in college. It covers college resources, time management, studyskills, major and career exploration, and stress and budget management. Thiscourse meets the CSU General Education requirements for Area E-LifelongUnderstanding and Self-Development.5144 TTH 11:10-12:30pm LA-107 staff Semester3247 TTH 12:40-2:00pm LA-108 Tribble, K SemesterCounseling/PsychologyPSYCH-103B Ensuring Transfer Success(LR) - 1.5 UnitsThis course focuses on the transfer process with particular emphasis on thesystems of higher education in California (CSU, UC and private colleges anduniversities). This course will cover transfer preparation including admissionsrequirements for transfer, general education requirements and how toprepare for a particular major. Financial aid resources, scholarships, writingpersonal statements, accessing internet resources for transfer and financialaid, and completing the college admissions application will also be covered.Students will be able to explore their personal and academic goals as theyprepare for transfer.1595 TH 11:10-12:30pm H-8 Valdez-Jimenez, N SemesterSection 1595 is part of the Puente Project. Students must also beenrolled in ENGL 001A, Section 7252.Culinary ArtsS A V E T H E D A T E !CULIN-095D Culinary Arts Laboratory (P/NP) - 1 UnitThis course will provide the learning environment (kitchen laboratory) in whichthe students may continue their studies beyond the time provided for theirnormally scheduled classes.2155 Sharkes, N SemesterClass is a total of 54 hours by arrangement. For more information,contact (510) 235-7800, ext. 4320.CULIN-099 Occupational Work Experience(LR) - 1-4 UnitsPrerequisite: Employment in career-related field.Co-op education. Students may receive credit for jobs they hold that relateto career goals or provide employment training. There are no attendance,tests, or extensive research papers to write, however, students must attend anorientation with the instructor. Students MUST attend an Orientation meetingto be officially enrolled in a class.0109 AA-236 Sharkes, N SemesterStudents must attend an orientation with the instructor. Call(510) 235-7800, ext. 4320 for an appointment or more information.5561 OC Sharkes, N SemesterSection 5561 meets off campus at 615 Railroad Ave , Pittsburg 94565.CULIN-105 Food Safety Training (P/NP) - 1.5 UnitsThe course is the study of safe food handling and sanitation for food serviceworkers. The course will help prepare students to take a nationally recognizedsafe food handling certification exam offered in CULIN 127.2560 OC staff SemesterSection 2560 meets off campus at Bay Area Rescue Mission,200 MacDonald Ave, Richmond.CULIN-120 Introduction to Fundamentals in FoodService (LR) - 9 UnitsCo-requisite: CULIN 127 and CULIN 095A-DFood Service fundamentals including basic cooking, menu planning, costcontrols, catering and dining room service.5562 MTWTH 8:40-2:15pm OC Brown, D SemesterSection 5562 meets off campus at 615 Railroad Ave , Pittsburg 94565.6680 TWTHF 8:40-2:15pm AA-205 Fink, J SemesterStudents must provide medical documentation of a negativetuberculosis test.CULIN-127 Becoming ServSafe Certified (LR) - 3 UnitsThis course is designed for students going into the food industry. This courseis a review of what is taught in CULIN 105 better preparing students to takethe ServSafe Certification Exam. Passing the Certification Test will increaseemployability and the certification will last for five years.5563 T 3:10-6:00pm OC staff SemesterSection 5563 meets off campus at 615 Railroad Ave , Pittsburg 94565.2483 W 4:10-7:00pm AA-137 staff SemesterCulinary Artsof <strong>Contra</strong> <strong>Costa</strong> <strong>College</strong>presents their scholarship fundraiserthe4TH ANNUALFOOD & WINE EVENTSamples of signature dishes from over40 popular Bay Area Restaurants and Wineries• Cake Walk • Souvenir Wine Glass and Carry Bag •• Silent Auction • Live Music •SUNDAY APRIL 24, 2011CULIN-130 Introduction to Commercial Baking(LR) - 9 UnitsCo-requisite: CULIN 095A-DAdvisory: CULIN 120 recommended.This introductory course is intended to teach students basic principles andfundamentals of the baking process. The course will include, but is not limitedto, the study and production of yeast dough products, breads, cookies, pies,tarts, custards and sauces.6681 TWTHF 7:40-1:15pm AA-239 Legas, C SemesterStudents must provide medical documentation of a negative tuberculosistest.CULIN-131 Introduction to Pastry Product Preparation(LR) - 9 UnitsCo-requisite: CULIN 095A-DAdvisory: CULIN 120 recommended.This course builds on the fundamental skills and techniques introduced inCulinary 130. The course will emphasize increased speed and efficiency incompleting assignments for quality production. Pastry and cake preparationwill be studied and practiced.6682 TWTHF 7:40-1:15pm AA-239 Murakami, Y SemesterStudents must provide medical documentation of a negativetuberculosis test.CULIN-200 California Cuisine (P/NP) - 3 UnitsThis course will teach the fundamental principles of preparing CaliforniaCuisine. The course will focus on cooking techniques, styles and ingredients.There will be a focus on locally grown produce with an emphasis on organicproduce.2111 T 4:10-7:00pm AA-239 Sharkes, N SemesterCULIN-230 Commercial Baking (LR) - 9 UnitsPrerequisite: CULIN 120Co-requisite: CULIN 095A-DThis course provides advanced students more experience in baking andpastries with an emphasis on layer cakes, decorating and specialty breads ofinternational or ethnic origin.6683 TWTHF 7:40-1:15pm AA-239 Murakami, Y SemesterStudents must provide medical documentation of a negativetuberculosis test.CULIN-231 Cake Finishing and Restaurant Desserts(SC) - 9 UnitsPrerequisite: CULIN 120Co-requisite: CULIN 095A-DThis course will provide laboratory experiences in baking and pastrypreparation suitable for entry to advanced level placement in a food serviceestablishment, such as a restaurant or hotel. Emphasis is on cake finishing,chocolate, and piping techniques in the European style of presentation.6684 TWTHF 7:40-1:15pm AA-239 Murakami, Y SemesterStudents must provide medical documentation of a negativetuberculosis test.CULIN-241A Introduction to Classical and Modern FoodPreparation (SC) - 8 UnitsPrerequisite: CULIN 120Co-requisite: CULIN 095A-DCuisines and cultures from various countries are studied. This course exposesthe student to multi-cultural appetizers, entrees and desserts. Studentswork together to prepare individual dishes and the food is presented in afamily-style buffet for the class to share.6685 MTWTH 9:10-3:00pm AA-239 Sharkes, N SemesterCULIN-241B Advanced Classical and Modern FoodPreparation (LR) - 8 UnitsPrerequisite: CULIN 241ACo-requisite: CULIN 095A-DContinuation of CULIN 241A, advanced study. Laboratory course that entailsthe preparation of fine foods for the restaurant/hotel market; students preparefood for the college restaurant.6686 MTWTH 9:10-3:00pm AA-239 Sharkes, N SemesterCULIN-250 International Cuisine (P/NP) - 1.5 UnitsThis course will focus on cuisine and cultures from various countries. Thiscourse exposes the student to multicultural appetizers, entrees, cheeses,and desserts. Students participate in preparation of the evening menu. Eachstudent is able to prepare a dish from a different country and consume it.0200 TH 4:10-7:00pm AA-239 Sharkes, N Semesterwww.contracosta .edu • <strong>Contra</strong> <strong>Costa</strong> <strong>College</strong> • Spring 2011 • 15