COA 09-11 Catalog - Peralta Colleges

2009-2011 CATALOG555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway · Alameda, CA 94501www.alameda.peralta.edu

Table of ContentsADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORY............................. 3WELCOME TO COLLEGE OF ALAMEDA!.......... 10GENERAL INFORMATION................................... 14COLLEGE INFORMATION.................................... 18STUDENT FINANCIAL AID................................... 31SERVICES FOR STUDENTS................................ 36DEGREES & PROGRAMS ................................... 44CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS &DESCRIPTION OF COURSES.............................. 60ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES &STANDARDS....................................................... 187DISTRICT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES........ 197Faculty/staff........................................................ 223Index.................................................................... 230Campus Maps and Building Guide................... 236

College of Alameda AdministrationOffice of the PresidentGeorge Herring, Ed.D.PresidentOffice of Business and Administrative ServicesConnie Willis Business and Administrative Services ManagerOffice of InstructionJannett Jackson, Ph.D. Vice President of InstructionPeter D. Simon Division DeanMaurice A. Jones Division DeanOffice of Student ServicesKerry Compton, Ed.D. Vice President of Student ServicesToni CookDirector, EOPSPeralta Community College DistrictElihu HarrisDistrict AdministrationBoard of TrusteesBill Withrow, PresidentAbel Guillen, Vice PresidentChancellorCy GulassaMarcie HodgeWilliam Riley, Ed.D.Linda HandyNicky González YuenYvonne Thompson, Student TrusteeNOTICEThe Peralta Community College District and College of Alameda have made every reasonable effort to determine thatthe information contained in this 2009-2011 General Catalog is accurate. Courses and programs offered, together withother information contained herein, are subject to change without notice by the administration of the Peralta CommunityCollege District or College of Alameda for reasons related to student enrollment, level of financial support, or for anyother reason, at the discretion of the District and/or the College. The District and the College further reserve the rightto add, amend or repeal any of their rules, regulations, policies and/or procedures.College of Alameda and the Peralta Community College District are equal opportunity institutions, committed tonondiscrimination and to providing equal opportunities in admissions, financial aid, student facilities, student activitiesand employment, without regard to race, age, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, color, national origin,creed, medical condition, disability, religious or political affiliation.If you wish to receive this publication in alternative format, call Programs & Services for Students with Disabilities(DSPS).

President’s MessagePRESIDENT’S MESSAGEOn behalf of the faculty, staff, and administration, it is with great honorand pleasure that I welcome you to College of Alameda. The entirecollege team is here to support you in your academic pursuits andensure that your experience at College of Alameda offers you the criticallife skills and tools to be successful in all your future endeavors.Since 1970, College of Alameda has been offering the communityexceptional programs, courses, and services. Today, we continue toserve as a comprehensive community college preparing you for successin the more complex world of living in the 21st century. We meet thesechallenges by offering courses in three areas of focus: career technicaleducation, transfer preparation with Associate of Arts degree options,and personal enrichment.There are many reasons why you may have chosen to attend Collegeof Alameda. Some of you plan to transfer to a university or wantto develop foundational skills necessary to enter a field of yourchoice. Others may want to acquire technical skills for entrance andadvancement in your area of employment or be here to gain educationalenrichment. Whatever your needs are, you are at the right place because at College of Alameda, there is acourse or program to meet everyone’s needs. Here you will find highly qualified and talented faculty, staffand administration who are committed to providing you with excellent preparation in all of these areas.One of the many highlights of our beautiful campus is our highly diverse student body, who come togetherfrom all over the world. Between our staff and your peers, you will find acceptance and camaraderie. AtCollege of Alameda, we function as a family supporting one another as we learn and grow together.It is for all of these reasons we are pleased that you have chosen College of Alameda and trust us with youreducational preparation as you pursue your goals. I am confident that your educational experience herewill be a positive, satisfying and enriching journey.Sincerely,George Herring, Ed.D.President

telephone numbersTelephone NumbersCollege of Alameda Main Number................................................................................................522-7221FAX.......................................................................................................................................769-6019TTY.......................................................................................................................................748-2189Academic Division Offices:Division I.............................................................................................................................748-2357Division II............................................................................................................................748-2373Admissions & Records..................................................................................................748-2228/2225, 2227Administrative Services Office.......................................................................................................748-2235Assessment........................................................................................................................................748-2307Associated Students (ASCOA).......................................................................................................748-2371Aviation Facility (North Field, 970 Harbor Bay Parkway).........................................................748-2291CalWORKs.........................................................................................................................................748-2152Cashier’s Office.................................................................................................................................748-2224Children’s Center..............................................................................................................................748-2381College Store......................................................................................................................................748-2247Counseling.........................................................................................................................................748-2209Eve. & Sat. Supervisor (Academic Year)........................................................................................748-2311Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS) and CARE.............................................748-2258Financial Aid.....................................................................................................................................748-2391TTY.......................................................................................................................................748-2392Health Services..................................................................................................................................748-2320Instruction, Vice President..............................................................................................................748-2352Learning Resources Center.............................................................................................................748-2315Library................................................................................................................................................748-2250One-Stop Career Center...................................................................................................................748-2208Police Services...................................................................................................................................465-3456President’s Office..............................................................................................................................748-2273Programs & Services for Students with Disabilities (DSPS).......................................................748-2328Public Affairs.....................................................................................................................................748-2213Student Activities..............................................................................................................................748-2249Student Services Administrative OfficeVice President of Student Services...................................................................................745-2205Dean of Student Services...................................................................................................748-2203Transfer Center..................................................................................................................................748-2113Veterans Affairs.................................................................................................................................748-2203Welcome Center................................................................................................................................748-2184

Academic CalendarACADEMIC CALENDARSummer Session 2009June 1 M Spring Intersession BeginsJune 19 F Spring Intersession EndsJune 22 M Day and Evening Instruction BeginsJune 27 Sa Weekend Instruction BeginsJune 27 Sa Last Day to Add ClassesJune 29 M Census Day - Instructors Verify Enrollment in Classes*July 2 Th Last Day to Drop Full-Term Credit Classes without “W” Appearing onTranscriptJuly 2 Th Last Day to File Petitions for AA or AS Degree/CertificateJuly 3-4 F-Sa Independence Day – Holiday ObservanceJuly 6 M Last Day to Drop Full-Term Credit Classes and Receive a RefundNOTE: Short-term and open-entry classes must be dropped on or beforethe first day of class to receive a refundJuly 15 W Last Day to Withdraw and Receive a “W.” All Outstanding Fees Due Evenif Classes Dropped Today.July 15 W Attendance Verification Day - Instructors Verify Enrollment in ClassesJuly 27-Aug 1M-Sa Final ExaminationsAug 1 Sa Summer Session EndsAug 7 F Admissions Day – Holiday ObservanceNOTE: *Last day to drop without a “W” appearing on transcript may vary for Short-Term and Open-Entry, Open-Exit Classes.

ACADEMIC CALENDARFall Semester 2009August 18-19 T-W Professional Days - No ClassesAugust 20 Th Day and Evening Instruction BeginsAugust 22** Sa Weekend Instruction BeginsSeptember 5 Sa Last Day to Drop Full-Term Credit Classes and Receive a RefundNOTE: Short-term and open-entry classes must be dropped on or before the firstday of class to receive a refund.September 5 Sa Last Day to Add ClassesSeptember 7 M Labor Day – Holiday ObservanceSeptember 8 T Census Day - Instructors Verify Enrollment in ClassesSeptember 19* Sa Last Day to Drop Full-Term Credit Classes Without “W” Appearing onTranscript. All Outstanding Fees Due Even if Classes Dropped Today.October 20 T Professional Day - No ClassesOctober 23 F Last Day to File Petitions for AA or AS Degree/CertificateNovember 11 W Veteran’s Day – Holiday ObservanceNovember 25 W Last Day to Withdraw and Receive a “W”November 25 W Attendance Verification Day - Instructors Verify EnrollmentNovember 26-29Th-Su Thanksgiving - Holiday ObservanceDecember 13 Su Weekend Instruction EndsDecember 12-18 Sa-F Final ExaminationsDecember 18 F Fall Semester EndsDecember 21 M Winter Intersession Begins (classes meet M-F for 13 days: December 21-24, 28-31 and January 4-8)NOTE: *Last day to drop without a “W” appearing on transcript may vary for Short-Term and Open-Entry, Open-Exit Classes.**Weekend classes begin August 22 and meet every weekend except November 28-29.

ACADEMIC CALENDARSpring Semester 2010January 19-20 T-W Professional Days. No classes.January 21 Th Day and Evening Instruction BeginsJanuary 23** Sa Weekend Instruction BeginsFebruary 4 Th Last Day to Drop Full-Term Credit Classes and Receive a RefundNOTE: Short-term and open-entry classes must be dropped on or beforethe first day of class to receive a refund.February 6 Sa Last Day to Add ClassesFebruary 8 M Census Day - Instructors Verify Enrollment in ClassesFebruary 12 F Lincoln’s Birthday – Holiday ObservanceFebruary 13-14 SaSu Saturday/Sunday Classes Do Not MeetFebruary 15 M Washington’s Birthday – Holiday ObservanceFebruary 16* T Last Day to Drop Full-Term Credit Classes without “W” Appearing onTranscriptMarch 19 F Last Day to File Petitions for AA or AS Degree/CertificateMarch 25 Th Professional Day. No classes.April 4-10Su-Sa Spring Recess (April 4 is Easter Sunday)April 30 F Last Day to Withdraw and Receive a “W.” All Outstanding Fees DueEven If Classes Dropped Today.April 30 F Attendance Verification Day - Instructors Verify EnrollmentMay 14 F Malcolm X’s Birthday - Holiday ObservanceMay 23 Su Weekend Instruction EndsMay 22-28 Sa-F Final ExaminationsMay 28 F Spring Semester EndsMay 31 M Memorial Day – Holiday ObservanceNOTE: *Last day to drop without a “W” appearing on transcript may vary for Short-Term and Open-Entry, Open-Exit Classes.**Weekend classes begin January 23 and meet every weekend except February 13-14 and April 4 and 10.

10WELCOME!Who we are, what we do,and what we promise.......................................11Vision............................................................11Mission..........................................................11Values...........................................................11Goals.............................................................11Institutional Learning Outcomes................... 12Message from the Vice Presidents ofInstruction and Student Services.................... 13

WELCOME TO COLLEGE OF ALAMEDAWelcome to College of Alameda!Who we are, what we do, and what we promise…11The end of all education should surely be service to others. We cannot seekachievement for ourselves and forget about the progress and prosperity forour community. Our ambitions must be broad enough to include the aspirationsand needs of others for their sake and for our own.- César Chávez-College of Alameda (COA) is one of four Peralta Community Colleges. The Peralta Community College District wasestablished in 1964 with its roots in the history of public education in Oakland. The name Peralta reflects the Spanishland grant to Sergeant Luis Maria Peralta in August 1820 of Rancho San Antonio, upon which the six cities that comprisethe Peralta Community College District are now located. College of Alameda serves the people of northern AlamedaCounty and the greater East Bay. We primarily serve the residents of Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville, Oaklandand Piedmont. In this work, College of Alameda is committed to being a comprehensive college.The Vision of College of Alameda is to be a diverse, supportive, and empowering learningcommunity for seekers of knowledge. We are committed to providing a creative, ethical andinclusive environment in which students develop their abilities as thinkers, workers and citizensof the world.This vision guides services at College of Alameda. As a comprehensive community college, the college seeks toprepare students with:• Foundational Knowledge and Learning – college courses that prepare people for transfer to higher levelsof education or simply to understand our place in the world and the world in and of itself• Critical Thinking and Applied Skills – an overall set of life “survival” skills necessary to be a productive,employed, and effective citizen including applied learning in the areas of Career and Technical Education(CTE)• Personal Enrichment and Efficacy – college courses that develop the life skill sets for pursuing well beingand an enhanced quality of lifeThe faculty, staff, and administration at College of Alameda strive to accomplish this mission in a complex 21 stcentury world. These challenges are met by offering courses in three areas of focus: career technical education,liberal arts, and personal enrichment.Therefore, it is the Mission of College of Alameda to serve the educational needs of its diverse communityby providing comprehensive and flexible programs and resources that empower students to achieve theirgoals.College of Alameda offers a curriculum to support student success guided by seven Core Values:• Achieving educational excellence• Encouraging teamwork and active learning• Empowering innovation• Respecting diversity• Accommodating and supporting student needs• Engaging our community• Extending opportunities in technologyThese values and the Peralta and College of Alameda Education Master Plan commit us to serve people in fivegeneral areas:• We seek to advance student access and success, being sensitive to the diverse and complex realities of the21 st century world.• We engage our communities and partners (e.g. with various industries and among nonprofit and othereducational organizations). This builds foundations of learning upon which what is learned enables all ofus to live with one another in a manner that builds community.

12WELCOME TO COLLEGE OF ALAMEDA• Through programs of distinction the college seeks to support students in achieving their life goalswhatever they may be (transfer, employment, or personal enrichment).• For all the people who count on us, College of Alameda is committed to providing the highest qualityeducational experience we can through the creation of a culture of innovation and collaboration.• As wise stewards of our resources, we ensure financial health of the organization and environmentallysustainable practices in all our operations.College of Alameda assesses the achievement of our goals in the success of our students when they are able to applywhat they learn in the classroom with the achievement of their aspirations! Therefore, our Institutional LearningOutcomes organized in the three general areas of a “comprehensive community college education” are meant toassure that students will be able to use what they learn through their experience at College of Alameda in the followingways:Foundational Knowledge and LearningFoundation Skills- Demonstrate technological literacy- Perform mathematical operations- Read and write at the college level- Demonstrate information competency - able tofind, evaluate, use, communicate and appreciateinformation in all its various formatsIntercultural Literacy and Interaction- Recognize and acknowledge individual andcultural diversity- Practice respectful interpersonal and interculturalcommunication- Recognize and understand the ideas and valuesexpressed in cultural traditions throughout theworld.Critical Thinking and Applied SkillsCommunication- Perceive, understand, and engage in verbal andnonverbal communication.- Listen, respond and adapt communication tocultures and social communities using the processof evaluation, reasoning, analysis, synthesis andrelevant information to form positions, and makedecisionsCritical Thinking and Problem Solving- Locate, analyze, evaluate and synthesize relevantinformation- Draw reasonable conclusions and apply scientificprinciples in order to make decisions and solveproblems in everyday lifePersonal Enrichment and EfficacyPersonal Development and Management- Develop self-awareness and confidence- Prepare for personal, educational and/or careergoals- Promote, maintain and/or improve health- Appreciate the value of life-long learningResponsibility- Understand and demonstrate • personal, • civic,• social and • environmental responsibility andcooperation in order to become a productive localand global citizenCreativity- Creatively respond to ideas and information- Incorporate aesthetic reflection into life activities

VICE PRESIDENTS’ WELCOME13A Message from the Vice Presidents of Instruction and Student ServicesThe College of is committed to providing a “Culture of Caring” that enhances student successand embodies the college’s mission to serve the educational needs of our diverse community by providingcomprehensive and flexible programs and resources that empower students to achieve their goals.As the Vice Presidents of Instruction and Student Services, we extend a welcome to you on behalf of instructional,counseling, and library faculty and staff at College of Alameda.Your first introduction to college may be through our Welcome Centerwhere you can receive assistance in enrolling in classes. Other studentsupport services include Assessment where you can take a placementtest to determine which English and math classes are right for you. OurCounseling Office, EOPS/CARE , Programs for Students with Disabilities,Financial Aid, Calworks, Health Services, One Stop Career Center andthe Learning Resources Center are available to assist new and continuingstudents with educational planning, academic advising, adaptiveassistance, tutoring, career placement, and learning communities.Jannett Jackson, Ph.D.Vice President of InstructionOnce you have completed the enrollment process, you are introduced tothe instructional programs and services. Whether you want to transfer andcontinue on to a four-year college, are seeking career and technical trainingfor employment advancement, are changing or starting a career, interestedin community involvement and civic engagement, or maybe you just want totake a course for personal enrichment, our excellent faculty and supportivestaff are here to insure your experience at College of Alameda is a positiveone.Classes are offered through several modalities: traditional semester-longcourses offered in the fall, spring and summer; as well as non-traditionalcourses in our Weekend College, which focuses on lower division transfercourses. We also offer courses during the Winter and Spring Intersessions(compressed courses) and our distance education/online courses are eithercompletely online or are hybrid courses—with some face-to-face meetings.Whatever your decision, the college is here to assist you “anytime andanywhere”.Kerry Compton, Ed.D.Vice President of Student ServicesWe take pride in our campus and welcome you into the community. Should you have any questions about ourinstructional or student services programs, please contact the appropriate program at the telephone numbers listedon page 6 of this catalog.

14GENERAL INFORMATIONCampus.................................................................. 15Career Technical Education andOccupational Courses............................................ 15Program Accreditations and Certifications............. 15Supporting Student Success.................................. 15Using This Catalog................................................. 16Responsibility for Meeting Requirements.............. 16Accuracy Statement............................................... 17Student Right-to-Know Disclosure of Completion,Graduation and Transfer Rates.............................. 17

GENERAL INFORMATION15GENERAL INFORMATIONSince 1970 College of Alameda has held classes on a 62-acre campus, located at the intersection of Webster Streetand Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway in Alameda. The campus is easily accessible from downtown Oakland bypersonal or public transportation, auto or AC Transit bus through the Posey Tube on Webster Street. With its buildingssurrounding a central courtyard, the campus is designed to encourage interaction between students, faculty and staffessential to an effective learning environment.The College has a satellite campus housing the Aviation Maintenance Programs located on a 2.5-acre site on HarborBay Parkway, adjacent to the Oakland International Airport’s North Field. We also have a new sciences labs andclassrooms building at 860 Atlantic, one block to the East of our main campus, scheduled to open in 2010.Career Technical Education and Occupational CoursesOur Career Technical Education and Occupational Courses (CTE) are concentrated and efficient. The same types ofprograms are taught at private schools that cost the students tens of thousands of dollars and take years to pay off. Thesehigh-demand career paths are a direct link to employment opportunities in our communities. The training programsare state of the art due to our master instructors and the latest equipment. Our Career and Technical Programs haveongoing industry partnerships with local, regional and national corporations. Industry partner advisory committeesadvise our CTE Programs’ faculty and administration in the latest industry standards and practices.Program Accreditations and CertificationsCollege of Alameda is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the WesternAssociation of Schools and Colleges, (10 Commercial Blvd., Suite 204, Novato, CA 94949; 415/506-0234), an institutionalaccrediting body recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.The College first was accredited in 1973, with the most recent reaffirmation in 2009.Individual College of Alameda occupational programs are accredited or certified by the American Dental Association(ADA) Council on Dental Education for Dental Assistants, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the NationalInstitute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS) degrees and certificates may be earned in many areas of liberalarts and occupational studies. Most credits earned are transferable to the University of California, California StateColleges and Universities and to other public and private four-year colleges and universities across the state and thenation.Supporting Student SuccessEnrollment in College of Alameda is open to all people who meet the State of California eligibility requirements(see page 19). As a publicly supported community college, College of Alameda makes available lower-divisioncollege-level work at a moderate cost to students.Small classes allow students to benefit from closer contact with instructors and fellow students, and to become moreindividually involved in campus life and student activities. College of Alameda offers its courses on the semestercalendar, as do the other three Peralta Colleges.Extended Day and Weekend College. The college offers a wide range of courses in the late afternoon and eveningas well as Saturdays and Sundays, including classes with credit toward the AA and AS degrees, and for transfer tofour-year colleges or universities. These classes are available for all students, including those unable to pursue studieson a full-time basis, and for employed persons seeking to upgrade skills or to acquire a general education. The samestandards and requirements apply to all courses, whether offered during the day, in the evening, or on weekends.College of Alameda offers support services that enable the success of all students. Students will find academic,career, technical education, and personal counseling services. The college is committed to a policy of equal opportunityand nondiscrimination for students with disabilities. It is the policy of the District to accommodate requests involvingacademic adjustments consistent with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Other student services includefinancial assistance, tutoring, health services, job placement and various student activities based at the StudentCenter.

GENERAL INFORMATION17Accuracy StatementCollege of Alameda endeavors to present its programs and its policies to the public accurately and fairly. Thoseresponsible for the preparation of this catalog, the class schedule and all other public announcements make every effortto ensure that the information presented is correct and up-to-date. However, the College reserves the right to add,amend, or repeal any rules, regulations, policies and procedures. The College assumes no responsibility for programchanges or publication errors beyond its control.Student Right-to-Know Disclosure ofCompletion, Graduation and Transfer RatesIn compliance with the Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act of 1990, it is the policy of the PeraltaCommunity College District and College of Alameda to make available its completion and transfer rates to all currentand prospective students. Beginning in Fall, 1995, all certificate, degree and transfer-seeking first-time, full-time studentswere tracked over a three-year period; their completion and transfer rates are available upon request in the Office ofthe Vice President of Student Services and in the Office of Instruction. These rates do not represent the success ratesof the entire student population at College of Alameda, nor do they account for student outcomes occurring after thisthree-year tracking period. More information about Student Right-to-Know rates and how they should be interpretedcan be found at the California Community Colleges “Student Right-to-Know Information Clearinghouse website,”located at http://www.cccco.edu/divisions/tris/mis/srtk.htm.

18AdmissionsFeesEligibility for Admission...................................19Application Procedures...................................19Admission of International Students...............19High School Students.....................................19Residence Requirements...............................19California Community College EnrollmentFee.................................................................19Campus Center Use Fee................................20AC Transit EasyPass Fee...............................20Student Representation Fee...........................20Nonresident Tuition.........................................20Nonresident Fee Exemption for Studentswithout Legal Immigration Status...................20Nonresident Capital Outlay Fee.....................20Military Residence Exemption........................20Payment of Fees............................................20COLLEGE INFORMATIONNon-payment of Fees and Other Obligations 21Enrollment Fee Assistance.............................21Enrollment Fee Refund Policy........................21Nonresident Tuition and Capital Outlay FeeRefund Policy.................................................21Refund Procedures.........................................21Tools & Other Materials Costs........................22College Registration and Enrollment in Classes 22Counseling..........................................................22Academic Accommodations for Studentswith Disabilities...................................................22Catalog and Schedule of Classes.......................22Matriculation (Student Success Program)..........22Spanish translation.........................................23Chinese translation.........................................25Vietnamese translation...................................27College Hour.......................................................29Student Computer Use Policy.............................29

College InformationCollege INFORMATION19It is the student’s responsibility to become familiar withCollege and District policies and regulations. For furtherinformation, please refer to the Schedule of Classes forthe current semester.AdmissionsEligibility for AdmissionAll persons 18 years of age or older, who can benefitfrom instruction, are eligible for admission as aCalifornia resident or nonresident. Anyone under 18years of age who is a high school graduate or who hasbeen awarded a California High School ProficiencyCertificate or General Education Diploma (GED) mayalso enroll.Application ProceduresApplications for admission may be obtained at http://www.peralta.edu. It is the student’ s responsibility torequest that all schools and colleges he/she has attendedmail transcripts directly to the Admissions & RecordsOffice, Peralta Community College District, 333 East8th St., Oakland, CA 94607. Students enrolling for fewerthan 12 units, and not pursuing an Associate degree ortransferring to another college, are not required to filetranscripts. No transcripts are required for SummerSession.No admission test is required, but students must meetall course or program prerequisites. English, English asa second language, and mathematics placement tests,orientation and counseling are a part of the admissionsprocedures for all students, except for students whomeet specific exemption criteria.Admission of International StudentsCollege of Alameda accepts international students(F-1 and M-1 visas) for enrollment each academicyear. In addition to the California Community CollegeEnrollment Fee and Campus Center Use Fee, thesestudents also must pay nonresident tuition, which issubject to annual change.The Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS)requires international students to matriculate with aminimum study load of 12 semester units each semester,without exception.Prospective international students interested inattending College of Alameda may obtain an applicationpacket which contains various forms and requests fordocumentation from the Peralta Community CollegeDistrict Office of International Education at http://www.peralta.edu or by calling (510) 466-7380.High School StudentsIn accordance with California Education Code regulations,high school students may enroll as special part-timestudents. Enrollment must be recommended by theirprincipal, with parental consent and approval by theAssociate Vice Chancellor for Admissions & Recordsand Student Services. Units earned will be granted ascollege credit. It is the high school’ s prerogative to granthigh school credit for courses taken from the PeraltaColleges.A high school student who wishes to take an English,math, or ESL class must participate in Assessment. A highschool student whose high school counselor recommendsthat the student enroll in more than six units must havethe approval of the Vice President of Student Services.Special part-time students are exempt from paying theCalifornia Community College Enrollment Fee andCampus Center Use Fee. Nonresident students enrollingin classes under this provision are exempt from payingnonresident tuition.FeesResidence RequirementsA person must have lived continuously in California forat least one year immediately preceding the residencedetermination date to be considered a resident for tuitionpurposes. Evidence also must be provided to indicatethat the person has intent to make California his/herpermanent home. The residence of an unmarried minoris that of the parents or legal guardian. The residencedetermination date is the day before a term begins forwhich the person is applying for admission.It is the student’s responsibility to clearly demonstrateboth physical presence in California and intent to establishCalifornia residence.California Community CollegeEnrollment FeeAll students are required to pay a California CommunityCollege Enrollment Fee. This fee will be collected at thetime of enrollment into classes. The Enrollment Fee for2009-2010 is $20 a semester unit and is subject to changefor the 2010-11 academic year.

20 College INFORMATIONHigh school students admitted on a part-time basis uponrecommendation of their principal and students enrolledin Apprenticeship programs are exempt from paying theEnrollment Fee.Campus Center Use FeeEach student is required to pay a Campus Center UseFee of $2 each semester at time of registration. Feescollected will amortize the loan used to construct theStudent Center. No Campus Center Use Fee is collectedfor Summer Session or for off-campus classes.AC Transit EasyPass FeeAll students enrolled in nine (9) or more units are requiredto pay a fee of $31 per semester, collected at the time ofenrollment. The fee entitles eligible students to receive anAC Transit EasyPass bus pass.Student Representation FeeAll students are required to pay a Student Representationfee of $1 per semester, collected at the time ofenrollment.Nonresident TuitionStudents who are not legal residents of California forone year prior to the first day of the term for which theyare applying are charged nonresident tuition. The ratefor the 2009-2010 school year is $190 per semester unit,and is subject to change for the 2010-2011 school year.Nonresident students must pay nonresident tuition inaddition to the California Community College EnrollmentFee and Campus Center Use Fee before being permittedto enroll.High school students admitted on a part-time basison the recommendation of their principal are exemptfrom paying nonresident tuition. Apprentices enrolledin apprentice programs also are exempt from payingnonresident tuition.Nonresident Fee Exemption (AB 540)Non-Resident students who meet the following criteriaare exempt from non-resident and capital outlay fees:1. The student must have attended a California highschool for three years or more.2. The student must have graduated from a Californiahigh school or attained the equivalent (e.g. GED orproficiency exam).3. The student must file an affidavit with the college thatindicates the student has applied for legalization orwill apply as soon as he or she is eligible, IF and onlyif, the student is without lawful immigration status.Nonresident Capital Outlay FeeNonresident students who are both citizens and residentsof a foreign country must pay a Nonresident CapitalOutlay Fee. The fee for 2009-2010 is $6 per semesterunit up to a maximum of $144 a year, and is subject tochange for the 2010-2011 school year. The fee representsthe prorated cost of capital improvements attributable tononresident citizens and residents of foreign countriesand is in addition to Nonresident Tuition, Enrollmentand Campus Center Use Fees. Nonresident CapitalOutlay Fees cannot be waived without specific action bythe Board of Trustees of the Peralta Community CollegeDistrict.Military Residence ExemptionNonresident U.S. military personnel on active duty inCalifornia (except those assigned for educational purposesto state-supported institutions of higher education) aregranted a waiver of Nonresident Tuition until they aredischarged from their military service. Their dependentsare granted a waiver for a period of one year from the datethey enter California. Upon expiration of the waivers,evidence must be provided as to the date the studentsurrendered his/her out-of-state residence to become aresident of California. The student will be classified as anonresident and charged Nonresident Tuition until oneyear has elapsed since the out-of-state residency wassurrendered.Payment of FeesThe following methods of payment are acceptable forpayment of any and all fees at College of Alameda:ChecksPlease make checks payable to: College of Alameda. Alsoinclude your social security number on the front of thecheck.There will be a $25 service charge if a bank returns acheck, NSF (Not Sufficient Funds), Account Closed orPayment Stopped.Credit/ATM CardsThe following cards are accepted for payment of any andall fees: Discover, MasterCard and Visa. ATM cards musthave the Inter-Link symbol. Sorry, no cash back.There is a $25 service fee for credit card chargebacks.CashAs always, cash is welcome.Note: Failure to make good on a returned check or a creditcard charge back will result in enrollment ineligibility andtranscripts being placed on hold until payment is made.

College INFORMATION21Returned checks and services charges must be cleared bycash, cashier’s check or money order.Non-payment of Fees and OtherObligationsThe college, under appropriate rules and regulations, willwithhold grades, transcripts, diplomas and registrationprivileges, or any combination thereof, from any studentor former student who fails to pay the Enrollment Fee ornonresident tuition. Grades, transcripts and diplomas willbe withheld from students or former students who failto pay loans, other fees or obligations which have beenproperly charged to him/her.Enrollment Fee AssistanceBoard of Governors Enrollment Fee Waiver (BOGW)is available to assist students who are unable to paythe enrollment fee. Eligibility requirements for theseprograms have been established by the CaliforniaCommunity Colleges Board of Governors. Information onthis program is available at the Financial Aid Office.The enrollment fee is waived for high school studentsenrolled part-time with their principal’s permission andfor students enrolled in any Apprenticeship program.Enrollment Fee Refund PolicyThe Enrollment Fee will be fully refunded, if an action ofthe college (e.g., class cancellation) prevents the studentfrom attending class.A student who cancels his/her registration prior to thefirst day of instruction, or who officially withdraws fromall classes on or before the last day to drop classes andis eligible for a refund, as shown in the current Scheduleof Classes, shall be entitled to a full refund less a $10processing fee.A student who officially completes a change of programon or before the last day to drop classes and is eligiblefor a refund and, as a result, reduces the number of unitsin which he/she is enrolled, is entitled to a refund if thechange places that student in a different EnrollmentFee category. Such a student shall not be subject to theprocessing fee.If a student pays an Enrollment Fee of $10 or less, andcancels his/her registration or withdraws from all classesbefore the deadline, the processing fee shall equal theEnrollment Fee. No refund of the Enrollment Fee will bemade to any student after the last day to drop classes.Members of an active or reserve military unit who receiveorders compelling a withdrawal from courses may, uponpetition, receive a full refund of the Enrollment Fee unlessacademic credit is awarded.Variable Unit ClassesNo refund shall be made for variable units not earnedby the student.Short-Term ClassesA student enrolled in a short-term class or open-entry/open-exit class will receive a 100 percent refund, if he/sheofficially withdraws on or before the first class meeting.A student enrolled in a short-term class will not receive arefund, if he/she officially withdraws after the first classmeeting.Nonresident Tuition and Capital OutlayFee Refund PolicyA 100 percent refund of Nonresident Tuition and CapitalOutlay Fee will be made for any class which is cancelledby the college. A 90 percent refund of units dropped willbe made through the last day to add classes upon thestudent’s official withdrawal from any class. A 50 percentrefund of Nonresident Tuition and Capital Outlay Feewill be made upon the student’s official withdrawal fromclasses after the last day to add a class and prior to CensusDay in any term, as indicated in the College Calendar.No refund will be made to any student on or after theCensus Day of the term.Refund ProceduresTo be eligible for a refund of fees paid for Enrollment,Nonresident Tuition, Nonresident Capital Outlay, and/orparking permits, these steps must be taken:1. Classes must be dropped by the student online by thedesignated last day.2. Fill out a Refund Request at the Cashier’s Office.Refunds will be processed after the last day to dropa class and receive a refund. Refunds will be mailed.Please allow 4-6 weeks for refunds to be processed.3. A $10 processing fee on Enrollment Fee refunds willbe charged for complete withdrawal from all classes.No fee is charged for a change in units carried.4. Refunds for parking permits will be allowed only ifwithdrawal from all classes is made on or before thelast day to drop a class and be eligible for a refund.Permits must be returned in the condition in whichthey were sold.5. If a class is cancelled by College of Alameda, fill outa Refund Request at the Cashier’s Office. The $10processing fee will not be charged.6. To be eligible for a refund, short-term and open entryopenexit and variable unit courses must be droppedonline prior to the first class meeting. No exceptions.A student may, upon request, obtain a refund up to the

22 College INFORMATIONend of the term following the term for which the refundis requested. All refunds will be mailed by the collegeCashier’s Office.Tools and Other Materials CostsUnder the provisions of Title V, Section 59400, it is thepolicy of the Peralta Community College District thatstudents may be required to provide instructional andother materials required for a credit or noncredit course,provided such materials are of continuing value to thestudent outside the classroom setting and provided suchmaterials are not solely or exclusively available from theDistrict.Except as specifically authorized under the EducationCode, students will not be required to pay a fee for anyinstructional or other materials required for a credit ornoncredit course.Required materials are those which a student must procureor possess as a condition of registration, enrollment orentry into a class; or any such material which is necessaryto achieve those required objectives of a course which areto be accomplished under the supervision of an instructorduring class hours. To assure compliance with Title Vand Education Code guidelines, all required instructionaland other materials fees will be reviewed annually by theDistrict Senior Vice Chancellor-Educational Services.During the first week of instruction, in some courses orCertificate programs, students will be provided with a listof required tools and/or materials which each student isexpected to obtain and which will be of continuing useto the student upon completion of the course or program.Students will not be required to purchase requiredtools and/or materials from the college; however, costsfrequently can be reduced if tools and/or materials areobtained as part of a group purchase arranged by thecollege or the instructor.Enrollment in ClassesStudents register and enroll at http://www.peralta.edu.New and returning students must complete thematriculation process, including assessment, orientation,counseling and program approval (unless an exemption isclaimed) before receiving an appointment for enrollmentin classes. Registration and class enrollment proceduresand dates are described in detail in the Schedule ofClasses.CounselingCounseling assistance is available prior to and duringthe registration period. All students are urged to see acounselor prior to every semester of attendance.Academic Accommodations for Studentswith DisabilitiesThe student must give the college adequate notice ofdisability-related needs by:• identifying him/herself to DSPS or other college staffand• providing to DSPS or the ADA/504 Officer writtendocumentation of the disability as verified by alicensed professional.Catalog and Schedule of ClassesAll students should purchase a College General Catalogand obtain the current Schedule of Classes to use inpreparing their program of study. The Schedule usually isavailable at several locations on campus and at the CollegeStore approximately one month before the beginningof each new term. The Catalog and Schedule of Classesalso are available on the World Wide Web at http://www.alameda.peralta.edu.Matriculation (Student Success Program)Matriculation is the process which brings the Collegeand the student into a partnership to ensure educationalsuccess. This process is designed to help the studentfrom the moment he/she first applies for admission untilhe/she completes his/her studies at a Peralta College.The agreement acknowledges responsibilities of bothparties.The Student Agrees To:• Declare an educational goal.• Meet with a counselor to discuss his/her educationalgoals and to develop an educational plan.• Attend classes.• Complete assignments and courses.• Seek out support services, as needed.• Strive to make progress toward a defined goal.The College Agrees To:• Provide students with a comprehensive assessment.• Inform the student about the College programs,services and policies.• Provide quality instruction and counseling.• Assist the student in developing an educationalplan.• Provide a variety of courses and programs.• Offer support services and follow-up on the student’sprogress toward a defined goal.There are five components of matriculation that helpensure students’ success:1. Admission - The admissions application providesinformation about the student’s educational plansand career goals. It also helps determine the student’s

College INFORMATION23matriculation status.2. Orientation - An orientation session introduces thestudent to the College’s programs, services, academicregulations, expectations and campus facilities.3. Assessment - Multiple measures, such as highschool and other college transcripts, work historyand personal information, including the use ofassessments in English and mathematics will beused by counseling and instructional faculty to assiststudents in the selection of appropriate courses.4. Counseling & Advisement - Each student will meetwith a counselor to initiate a student educational plan(SEP) that outlines the appropriate courses to meet thestudent’s identified educational goal, using multiplemeasures. The student will meet with a counselor onan ongoing basis to revise and/or update the SEP, ascircumstances warrant.5. Follow-up - The student’s progress toward attainmentof his/her educational goal is monitored on a regularbasis by the counseling staff. Recommendations forreferrals to support services are made as necessary.Selection of any of the following educationalobjectives gives the student the opportunityto participate in the Student Success Program(Matriculation):• Obtain a bachelor’s degree by transfer to a four-yearcollege or university (with or without an Associatedegree).• Obtain a two-year Associate/vocational degree(without transfer).• Earn a vocational certificate (without transfer).• Improve basic skills in English, reading andmathematics.• Undecided goal.Note: Any student who does not have an Associate degreeor higher and who enrolls in 12 or more units also willbe considered a participant, regardless of the educationalobjective selected.Although all students are strongly encouraged andwelcomed to participate in the matriculation program,certain students may meet the criteria for exemptionfrom matriculation services or a waiver of the assessment,orientation, or counseling components.Students who wish to receive a waiver of assessment,orientation, or counseling must meet with a counselor tofile a Waiver form.Exemption from MatriculationStudents may be exempt from the matriculation processunder the following conditions:1. Student has earned an Associate or higher degreefrom an accredited institution, or2. Student is enrolling in fewer than 12 units; and hasdeclared one of the following educational objectives:Discover/formulate career interests, plans, goals; orPrepare for a new career (acquire job skills); orAdvance in current job or career (update/upgrade jobskills); orMaintain a certificate or license (i.e., nursing, realestate); orEducational enrichment (intellectual, cultural); orComplete credits for high school diploma.Note: All students may participate in any of thematriculation components, even though they qualify forexemption.Exemption of Assessment Component OnlyStudents meeting at least one of the following conditionsshall receive a waiver of the assessment requirement:1. Student has successfully completed (grade “C”or higher) college-level English and mathematicscourses (transcript or grade report required); or2. Student has, within the last three (3) years, taken anassessment test that can be used to determine suitableplacement in English and mathematics.Assessment for Students with DisabilitiesStudents with physical, visual, communication or learningdisabilities who require special assistance to participatein the assessment or other parts of the Orientation/Assessment/Advising process should contact the officeof Programs & Services for Students with Disabilities inD117, (510) 748-2328.Students who have received services for a learningdisability at any California Community College withinthe last three (3) years may be exempt from assessmentand should call the office of Programs & Services forStudents with Disabilities for an appointment to consultwith a counselor.Programa de Exito EstudiantilMatriculaciónLa matriculación es un programa y una serie deprocedimientos impuestos por el Estado, mediantelos cuales el personal y los recursos de el colegio, enconjunto con los estudiantes, aseguran el éxito de estosen sus estudios. Este proceso ha sido diseñado paraayudar a los estudiantes, desde el primer momento quese matriculan hasta que completan sus estudios en losColegios de Peralta. El acuerdo propone y reconoce lasRESPONSABILIDADES mutuas entre la institución y elestudiante.

24 College INFORMATIONEl estudiante se compromete a:• Declarar sus metas educacionales• Reunirse inicialmente con un consejero para planificarestos y crear un plan de estudios cada y cuando seanecesario• Asistir a las clases regularmente• Completar las tareas y los cursos del plan• Esforzarse por alcanzar las metas• Indagar por recursos y servicios que ayuden alestudiante lograr estas metasCollege of Alameda se compromete a:• Proveer a los estudiantes con una evaluacióncomprensiva• Informar a los estudiantes acerca de los programas,servicios y normas de la institución• Proveer consejería e información de primera• Asistir a los estudiantes en el desarrollo de su planeducacional• Proveer una gran variedad de cursos y programas• Ofrecer servicios de ayuda y seguimiento colegialPasos para la matriculaciónHay cinco componentes en la matriculación, que ayudana asegurar su éxito educacional que son:• Matrícula – Llenar la solicitud de ingreso, la queprovee a la institución de información acerca de todoslos programas educativos y metas profesionales delestudiante.• Orientación - Asistir a una sesión de orientaciónal colegio, para que los estudiantes obtengan lainformación importante que logre que sus estudiossean exitosos, familiarizándolos con los recursos,reglas, normas y procedimentos, carreras y empleos,expectativas de los estudiantes, sobre cualquier otracuestion que afecte su educación.• Evaluación - Participar en una sesión de evaluacióndonde se mide el nivel actual de destreza delestudiante en lectura, escritura y matemáticas. Losresultados serán uno de los factores que se utilizanpara aconsejar a los estudiantes en la selección delos cursos apropiados. También hay disponible unaevaluación para todo estudiante de segunda lengua(ESL).• Consejeros académicos - Reunirse con un consejeropara identificar y desarrollar las metas particularesdel estudiante y seleccionar los cursos adecuados alas metas.• Seguimiento - Participar en otros servicios de apoyoal estudiante. Siempre se realizarán los esfuerzosespeciales para ayudar: (a) a los estudiantes“indecisos” en identificar sus metas educacionalesy profesionales; (b) a los estudiantes inscritos encursos preuniversitarios de preparación en técnicasde estudio; y (c) a estudiantes a prueba en cuanto a suprogreso y/o desempeño educativo.Seleccionando cualquiera de los siguientes objetivoseducacionales se le proverá a los estudiantes laoportunidad de participar en el programa de ÉxitoEstudiantil (Matriculación):• Obtener un bachillerato (con o sin grado asociado)• Obtener un certificado vocacional (sin transferencia ala universidad) de dos años• Obtener un certificado corta (sin transferencia)• Mejorar habilidades básicas de inglés, de lectura y dematemáticas• Metas no identificadas(Todo estudiante que no tenga un grado asociado o másalto y que se inscriba en 12 unidades o más por semestrese le consídera participe sin importar la selección de susobjetivos educativos.)Aunque todos los estudiantes están invitados paraparticipar en el programa de matriculación, algunosestudiantes podrán estar exentos de la matriculación ydel componente de evaluación. (Ver la siguiente lista deextenciones del distrito de los colegios comunitarios delDistrito de Peralta (PCCD).Todo estudiante que desée estar exento de cualquiercomponente de la matriculación o no participar debéllenar una solicitud apropiada en la oficina del centro deevaluación.Exento de Matriculación.Todo estudiante será exento de matriculación bajo lassiguentes condiciones:1) Si el estudiante ya tiene su grado asociado (A.A/A.S)de otra institución; o2) Si tiene menos de 12 unidades y ha decidido susobjetivos vocacionales entre los que siguen:• Descubrir y formular su carrera de acuerdo con suspreferencias y metas; o• Prepararse para una nueva carrera (entrenamiento detrabajo vocacional); o• Avanzar dentro de su empleo poniendose al dia; o• Mantener un certificado o una licencia; por ejemplode: enfermería, bienes raíces, etc., o• Adquirir enriquecimiento educacional ya seaintelectual, o cultural; o• Completar creditos para alcanzar el grado dePreparatoria (GED).Nota –Todos los estudiantes podrán participar en todos los pasoscomponentes de la matriculación aunque estén exentos;Es un componente de prerequisito de las normas de lainstitución para todos los estudiantes sin importar el nivelde la matriculación.

College INFORMATION25Exención del componente de evaluaciónLos estudiantes que cumplan una de las siguientescondiciones quedaran exentos.1) Todo estudiante que haya completeado sus estudioscon una calificación de “C” o más a nivel de ingléscolegial y de matemáticas (se require documentos); o2) Todo estudiante que haya tomado este examen deevaluación (Assessment) en los ultimos tres años,podria ser utilizado por el personal de Peralta paradeterminar la colocación adecuada a nivel de inglés yde matemáticas.College of AlamedaNota para estudiantes con DescapacidadesTodo estudiante que sufra de alguna incapacidad física,psicológica, visual, de comunicación, cognitiva o perjuiciocerebral que requiera ayuda especial para participar enla evaluación u otras partes del proceso de orientación ode consejería, debe comunicarse por adelantado con elCentro de Recursos para Estudiantes.Los estudiantes que hayan recibido servicios a causade alguna incapacidad fisica o cognitiva en los ultimostres años en los colegios de California seran exentos delservico de evalución. Ellos tienen que comunicarse con elCentro de Recursos para Estudiantes Incapacitados. Ellosdeben llamar a la oficina de DSP&S lo más pronto posiblepara hacer una cita con un consejero.Teléfono: (V) (510) 748-2328

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College INFORMATION29College HourThe policy of College of Alameda is to provide for a weeklyCollege Hour, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Tuesdays, soas to encourage college-wide events, student clubs andother extracurricular activities.Student Computer Use PolicyInternet PolicyStudent, faculty, and staff Internet access is provided foreducational and work-related purposes only. Violationsof Internet use include, but are not limited to, thefollowing:Logging onto chat rooms and/or participating in onlinechat; exceptions are educational and/or classroommandatedchat rooms;Visiting pornographic, racist, or hate sites and/ordownloading and viewing pornographic pictures;Sending harassing, intimidating, racist, hate and/orthreatening messages; and unauthorized downloadingand installation of programs.Policy ViolationsConduct which is considered violation of campusand district policy with respect to computing facilitiesincludes, but is not limited to, the following:Sending racist, hate, harassing, intimidating and/orthreatening messages through electronic mail or othermeans;Downloading, storing or displaying obscene orpornographic materials;Using computing facilities in a manner that violatescopyrights, patent protections or license agreements,including using pirated or unlicensed software;Installing personal software and downloading softwarefrom the Internet onto desktop computers or network

30 College INFORMATIONservers in any instructional lab;Attempting to circumvent data protection schemes,uncover security loopholes, or gain unauthorized accessto any information or files;Sending mass advertisements, solicitations or politicalmass mailings as defined by the Fair Political PracticeCommission;Using computing facilities for commercial or personalfinancial gain (including, but not limited to, onlinegambling and online auctions);Second infraction, the user’s access to his or her accountshould be restricted to student’s assigned lab and limitedto lab hours only. A verbal report and/or e-mail shouldbe made to appropriate division dean and instructorfollowed by a meeting between the user and the divisiondean;Third infraction, the temporary disabling of the useraccount followed by a meeting with the Vice President ofStudent Services explaining the termination of their loginaccount and disciplinary action.Taking computer hardware or software from district orcollege facilities for any purpose without prior writtenapproval; andUsing computing facilities in a manner that violatesexisting state and federal law or district rules andregulations.Consequences of Policy ViolationsMisuse of computing facilities may result in the loss ofcomputing privileges. Additionally, misuse may requirefinancial restitution to the college for funds expended andcould result in disciplinary, civil, or criminal action.Users may be held accountable for their conduct.Violations of these policies will be enforced. Disciplinaryreview includes the full range of sanctions, up to andincluding, but not limited to student expulsion, and /orlegal action. Misuse can also be prosecuted as a criminaloffense under applicable statutes, which identifies certaincrimes associated with the use of computer systems.Infractions such as harassment, or repeated minorinfractions as described in, but not limited to, theComputer Use Policy may result in the temporary lossof access privileges, notification to the Vice President ofStudent Services.More serious infractions, such as unauthorized use,attempts to steal passwords or data, unauthorized use orcopying of licensed software, violations of college policies,or repeated violations of minor infractions may result inthe permanent loss of access privileges. In all cases, theoffenders will be notified of the infraction and the casewill be referred to the Vice President of Student Servicesfor disciplinary action in accordance with the officialdisciplinary procedures.Procedures For Policy ViolationsStudent UsersFirst infraction, a verbal warning from the instructor ofrecord, if present, otherwise from the lab administratorwith notice to the instructor of record;

STUDENT FINANCIAL AID31General Statement................................................. 32Financial Aid........................................................... 33Ability to Benefit..................................................... 33Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress....... 34Student Loans........................................................ 35

32 student financial aidStudent Financial AidThe Financial Aid Program provides financial assistanceto students who, without such aid, would be unableto attend College of Alameda. Financial aid is directedtoward ensuring that a student will not be denied a collegeeducation because of lack of personal resources. Studentaid comes in a wide variety of programs. Althougheligibility qualifications and benefits vary, assistance isavailable for career as well as academic training at Collegeof Alameda.VietnameseSpanishEl programa de ayuda financiera proporciona asistencia alos estudiantes que sin la asistencia de estos servicios, nopodrán asistir al Colegio de Alameda. Ayuda financieratiene el propósito de que a ningun estudiante se le niegueuna educación universitaria por falta de fondos. La ayudafinanciera estudiantíl viene con una extensa variedad deprogramas. Aunque los beneficios y elegibilidad varian,también hay asistencia para los programas vocacionalesasi como academicos del Colegio de Alameda. Se harátodo lo posible para ofrecer servicios en el idioma nativodel estudiante. La oficina de ayuda financiera esta ubicadaen el “A Building,” teléfono (510) 748-2392.TagalogAng program ng Financial Aid ay nagbibigay tulong samga estudyante, na kung walang ibang pagkukunan,ay hindi kayang magaral sa College of Alameda. Anghangarin ng programang ito ay masigurado na angestudyante ay hindi mawawalan ng lakas ng loob namagaral ng kolehijo dahil sa personal na kakulangan.Marami at iba’t-iba ang mga programa ng Financial Aid.Ang mga regulasyon at beneficio ay may mga pagkakaiba.Ang mga programa ng Financial Aid ay makakatulongsa mga estudyante na nasa programang vacational oacademic sa College of Alameda. Lahat ay ginagawa ngpaaralan na ito para matulungan ang mga estudyante nanagaling sa ibang bansa at may ibang nika. Ang FinancialAid Office ay makikita sa loob ng “A Building.” O pwederin tumawag sa (510) 748-2392.

student financial aid33Financial AidFinancial aid is available for students from both low- andmiddle-income families, but to qualify for most financialaid, a student must have “financial need.” “Financialneed” is the difference between the cost to attend aparticular college or school (called a “Student ExpenseBudget”) and what the student and his/her familyare expected to pay toward those costs from personalresources (known as “Expected Family Contribution”).Financial aid usually is a combination of grants, loansand work study: To obtain aid from the major studentaid programs listed below, a student must have financialneed, except for some loan programs; have a highschool diploma or a General Education Development(GED) certificate, or pass a test approved by the U.S.Department of Education; be enrolled or accepted forenrollment as a regular student working toward a degreeor certificate in an eligible program; be a U.S. citizen oreligible non-citizen; have a valid social security number;make satisfactory academic progress; sign a statementof educational purpose, and a certification statementon overpayment and default; register with the selectiveservice, if required. Student aid programs include:• Federal Pell Grant: The Federal Pell Grant programis a large student grant program which provides a“foundation” of financial aid to which other aid maybe added.• Federal Supplemental Educational OpportunityGrant (FSEOG): Students who qualify for additionalassistance may get a FSEOG to go with other sourcesof financial aid.• Federal Work Study (FWS): Assistance is availableto students who have been determined eligible.Work study positions are designated to provide parttimeemployment for students who are in need ofadditional financial assistance in order to continuetheir educational training. Employment may be oncampus or with a nonprofit organization off campus.The Financial Aid Office will assist in locating jobson campus. Wages usually depend on the level ofresponsibility required by the job, but are equal to atleast the federal minimum wage.• Board of Governors Enrollment Fee Waiver: Waivesthe California Community College Enrollment Feefor all eligible applicants who cannot afford this fee.Full information on BOGW eligibility requirements isavailable in the Financial Aid Office.• Cal Grant B, C: Awarded by the California Student AidCommission. Students must meet specified deadlinedates to apply. Grants are awarded to at least halftimestudents for assistance with tuition, fees and/orliving allowance. A student may apply for all CalGrant programs, but must accept only one, B or C.Check with the Financial Aid Office for applicationinformation and deadlines.• Chafee Grant for Foster Youth: Available to current orformer foster youth who have not reached their 22ndbirthday as of July 1 of the award year. The CaliforniaDepartment of Social Services will determine fosteryouth eligibility status. Check with the Financial AidOffice for application information and deadlines.• Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOPS):Check with the EOPS office for program eligibilityand services.• Federal Subsidized Student Loan: Awarded tostudents who demonstrate financial need. Interest isvariable, not to exceed 9%. No payments are madewhile a student is in school, but the student mustbegin making payments six months after leavingschool, dropping below half-time or graduating.• Federal Unsubsidized Student Loan: Middle andhigher income students may borrow for educationalcosts. With the exception of demonstrating financialneed, borrowers must meet all eligibility criteria ofthe Federal Student Loan program. Interest paymentsbegin immediately after the loan is fully disbursed,or may be added to the principal balance. Regularpayment begins six months after the borrower ceasesto carry at least one-half of the normal full-time schoolworkload. See the Financial Aid Office for applicationand deadlines.• The William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (DirectLoan) Program: Enables students to borrow fromthe Department of Education instead of from a bankor other lending institution. This allows borrowersto work with a single entity. Direct Loan Programsinclude: Federal Direct Stafford Loan (Subsidized)and Federal Direct Stafford Loan (Unsubsidized).Check with the Financial Aid Office for applicationinformation and deadlines.• BIA: Native American students may receiveeducational grants from the Federal Bureau of IndianAffairs (BIA). A student must be able to prove thathe or she is a member of a federally recognized tribe.BIA requires applicants first to apply for a FederalPell grant. Applications for BIA grants for Californiatribes are available by writing the Bureau’s Office ofIndian Education, 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, CA95825, (916) 978-6000.Ability to BenefitIn order to qualify for financial aid, any person who hasnot earned a high school diploma, or has not receiveda General Education Development Certificate (GED),needs to demonstrate evidence of the ability to benefitfrom college instruction by passing an exam designatedfor that purpose. To meet this requirement the Collegeadministers the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test. A scheduleof test dates and times will be provided if you need totake this test.

34 student financial aidStandards of SatisfactoryAcademic ProgressUpon applying for financial aid, students must indicatewhether they will be a full-time, three quarter-time orhalf time student for the period of attendance at Collegeof Alameda. They must state their educational objectiveand the date they plan to complete their degree, certificateor transfer requirements. Students will be encouraged tosee a counselor or academic advisor about their plans,to make sure they are taking classes that apply to theirobjective.The Financial Aid Office will place students on theappropriate time frame and inform them of the minimumrequirements to maintain satisfactory progress. Placementon the time frame will include all units completed thatapply toward a degree at College of Alameda. This willinclude all units completed at College of Alameda, LaneyCollege, Merritt College and Berkeley City College and allunits that have been evaluated by the College of AlamedaAdmissions and Records Office for transfer to College ofAlameda.Minimum Number of Units to beCompleted Each SemesterFull-Time Students (12 or more units)Must complete 10 units each semester with at least 2.0cumulative GPAThree Quarter-Time Students (9.0-11.5 units)Must complete 8.0 units each semester with at least 2.0cumulative GPAHalf-Time Students (6.0-8.5 units)Must complete 6 units each semester with at least 2.0cumulative GPALess than Half-Time Students (1.0-5.5 units)Must complete all semester units enrolled with at least2.0 cumulative GPAA student must also:Maintain a cumulative 2.0 GPA.Complete their educational objectives within a maximumtime frame of 90 semester unitsProbationProgress will be evaluated each semester. Students whohave not completed the required units for the semester,or who are on Academic or Progress Probation with theOffice of Admissions and Records, or who completethe semester with a GPA of below 2.0 will be placed onFinancial Aid Probation. Students may make up unit orGPA deficiencies the following semester.DisqualificationA student will be disqualified from financial aid if he/she:1. Does not maintain a GPA of 2.0 or above for two (2)consecutive semesters; or2. Does not complete the minimum required units fortwo (2) consecutive semesters; or3. Is placed on Progress Probation for two (2) consecutivesemesters; or4. Completes more than 90 semester units in the PeraltaCommunity College District; or5. Is a continuing student who has not received financialaid, but who has a GPA of less than 2.0 at College ofAlameda; or6. Is in default on a Perkins (formerly NDSL) or aStafford (formerly GSL) loan.Appeals ProcessA student who has been denied financial aid must file aFinancial Aid Appeal form. If extenuating circumstanceshave affected the student’s progress, he/she may explainby fully outlining the reason for the appeal.ReinstatementA student who has been denied Financial Aid as a result ofnot making Satisfactory Progress may be reinstated aftersuccessfully completing one term and by correcting theconditions which caused the denial. Awards made afterreinstatement will be on a funds-available basis.Returning StudentsStudents who are applying for the first time, but who areon Academic Probation within the Peralta CommunityCollege District, will be required to complete a petitionexplaining why their GPA is below 2.0.ExtensionIf the maximum time frame (90 semester units) is reached,but the student has not completed his/her coursework,he/she will have to apply for an extension of financialaid. Extensions can be granted only by the Financial AidAppeals Committee. The student’s academic transcriptand educational plan, as well as the student’s writtenstatement requesting the extension, will be taken intoconsideration.Other components of Satisfactory Academic Progressinclude:• Grades of “W” (Withdrawal) will be monitored andincluded toward calculation of the 90 semester unitmaximum time frame.• The completion of course grade “I” (Incomplete)will not be included for purposes of determiningenrollment status in a subsequent term.

35• A student may repeat a course for which a grade of“D” or “F” was received. A student may repeat, butnot exceed, the allowed number of repeats for courseslisted in the Class Schedule Course Repetition List.These classes will be included in enrollment statusand must receive a grade.• A student who will use Transfer Credits, as evaluatedby the Office of Admissions and Records, toward adegree or certificate will have those units included inthe calculation of the 90 unit maximum time frame.aid payments will be calculated only for degreeapplicable coursework. Satisfactory academicprogress is monitored each term.Student LoansStudents applying for a loan must follow the establishedprocedures for other financial aid programs. Students whohave a B.A. degree must file a petition stating the reasonthey are attending College of Alameda and their goals.• If you receive Financial Aid for RemedialCoursework, and complete one year or 30 units, nofurther aid will be paid for remedial study. You maycontinue to enroll in remedial classes, but financialScholarship donor Stephen Gilbert with winners of Daniel Gilbert Memorial Scholarships

38 services FOR STUDENTS• Help in providing study skills• Help on academic problems• Personal counseling and referral to off-campusservices• Classes and special workshops; e.g., Life/CareerPlanning, College Success, Orientation to College,etc.The College requires all new students to participate in theStudent Success Matriculation Program.All students should meet with a counselor to design astudent education plan (SEP) to outline the course ofstudy necessary to reach the student’s educational goal.In addition, students undecided about their major field ofstudy are strongly urged to meet with a counselor earlyin their college career to discuss the alternatives availableto them. All new and returning students must have theirprogram approved by a counselor, before they can registerfor classes.Students are invited to go to the Counseling AppointmentDesk to make appointments or to meet with counselors ona drop-in basis for brief questions or emergency problems.Discussions of personal matters are confidential.The Counseling Center is located within the StudentServices Complex in Building A. For additionalinformation, call (510) 748-2209.Extended Opportunity Programs &Services (EOPS)College of Alameda offers a comprehensive EOPS programfor students who demonstrate that they have educational,economic, social, cultural, or language problems whichinterfere with their educational careers.The program offers special supportive services to EOPSstudents, including professional counseling and peeradvising, priority registration, tutorial services, careerand academic guidance, financial and book purchaseassistance, transfer assistance and fee waivers for CSUand University of California, and cultural enrichmentactivities. Students also are assisted with admissions andfinancial aid applications to four-year institutions.To qualify for participation in the EOPS program,a student must:• Be a California resident• Be enrolled full-time when accepted into the EOPSprogram• Have fewer than 70 semester (105 quarter) units ofdegree applicable credit coursework• Qualify to receive a Board of Governors Grant• Be educationally disadvantagedA student may be considered educationally disadvantagedif the student meets one of the following criteria:• Did not graduate from high school, pass the CaliforniaHigh School Proficiency Examination, or obtain theGeneral Education Diploma (GED)• Graduated from high school with a grade pointaverage of 2.49 or below• Does not qualify for the minimum level English ormathematics course work required for an Associatedegree• Was previously enrolled in remedial educationcourses• Is the first in his/her family to attend college• Is a foreign born resident with language difficulty• Meets other criteria considered relevant by theProgram DirectorCARE (Cooperative Agencies Resources forEducation) is a collaborative program offered by EOPS. Inaddition to the services offered by EOPS, CARE providesassistance with grants and allowances for educationalexpenses. Eligibility for CARE is the same as for EOPS,with the additional requirement that the student be acurrent recipient of TANF (Temporary Assistance forNeedy Families) and be a single parent.Call (510) 748-2258 for further information.Health ServicesH e a l t h S e r v i c e scontributes to theeducational aimsand matriculationo f s t u d e n t s b yp r o m o t i n g t h e i rp h y s i c a l a n de m o t i o n a l w e l lbeing.The services of aregistered nurse areprovided to assiststudents in healthm a t t e r s . H e a l t hServices provideshealth counseling, referrals, health education, emergencyfirst aid and assistance with general problems. Consultationand health services are free of charge to all College ofAlameda students. Other health services and projects willbe offered with prior announcements. The Health ServicesCenter is located in Building F, the Student Center, Room105. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Monday throughFriday. For additional information, call (510) 748-2320.

services FOR STUDENTS39Intercollegiate AthleticsCollege of Alameda is a participating member of theBay Valley Conference and offers intercollegiate athleticcompetition in basketball for men and in volleyball forwomen students. Students enrolled at College of Alamedamay participate in athletic programs at other PeraltaColleges if a particular sport is not offered here. Allathletes must meet the specific requirements of the BayValley Conference and of the Community College Leagueof California (CCLC) Commission on Athletics in orderto be eligible for participation.For information, visit the Athletics Office in G237, ortelephone (510) 748-2383.Library/Learning Resources CenterThe Library/Learning Resources Center (Building “L”)houses a wide variety of services and resources forstudents, faculty and staff.The Library contains approximately 40,000 volumes andan archive of 200 periodicals, pamphlets and microfilmmaterials. PEARL, the online catalog, provides access to alldistrict library collections. A variety of additional onlineresources, including electronic periodical databases, arealso available on the reference computer workstations. TheLibrary is on the first floor of the L Building and housesthe instructional area, circulation services desks andreference desk as well as the book collections, includingbrowsing, circulation, reference, periodicals, and reserve.Other Library services located on the first floor includephotocopiers, group study rooms, a leisure reading area,and the library office. In Reference the librarians provideinstruction in the use of library resources for individuals,classes, and workshops.The College of Alameda student identification card forthe current semester is the user’s library card. Libraryusers are responsible for returning borrowed materials ontime and for paying a charge for lost or severely damagedmaterials. Circulating materials are considered overduewhen not returned by the due date. Failure to meet theseobligations will result in a “hold” on student transcripts,registration and borrowing privileges. A library “hold”can be removed when overdue library materials arereturned and/or all charges are paid. Library users thatdo not comply with or violate the College of AlamedaStudent Code of Conduct or Library rules and regulationsmay be subject to disciplinary action and/or loss of libraryprivileges.Audio-Visual Services, on the second floor, provides films,filmstrips, audio and videotapes and other non-printmaterials for use in the Center. Carrels, equipped withaudio and video tape players, are available for studentuse.The Learning Resources Center, on the second floor, iscomprised of the Tutoring Center; Language and GeneralStudies Center; Math, Science and Vocational Center;Academic Lab; and Proctoring Center. The LearningResources Center is a collaborative learning communityenvironment that provides centralized access to programsand services designed to assist students in succeeding intheir academic endeavors, including the developmentof learning skills and attitudes for effective performancein the college environment as well as the enhancementof thinking abilities and knowledge base, and providesinstructional support to faculty in the classroom.Phi Theta KappaPhi Theta Kappa is an international community collegehonor society established to promote the ideals ofscholarship, leadership, fellowship, and service. Collegeof Alameda’s chapter, Alpha Chi Alpha, was chartered inJune 1992. Chapter members participate in campus andcommunity projects. Membership is open to all studentswho have accumulated 12 semester units with a GPA of3.5 or higher. For further information, contact the Officeof the Vice President of Student Services, Building A,(510) 748-2205.Programs and Services for Studentswith Disabilities (DSPS)Programs and Services for Students with Disabilitiesprovides educational and vocational support services forstudents with disabilities who are enrolled in classes atCollege of Alameda. Services include academic, personaland vocational counseling; diagnostic testing; registrationassistance; support services personnel such as note-takersand sign language interpreters; testing accommodations;liaison with four-year colleges and community agencies;instructional materials in alternate media, such as Braille,large print, electronic text (e-text), tactile graphics, andaudio tape; access to adapted computer equipment andother assistive technology.In addition instructional programs are offered for studentswith disabilities who meet eligibility criteria:1. The Learning Skills Program assists students withlearning disabilities to succeed in their collegeprogram by providing assessment, instruction,advising, and liaison with campus instructors andprograms. Special classes teach learning strategies inreading, writing, math, and study skills. The classescover basic through college skill levels. Enroll inLearning Resources 295 for eligibility assessment.2. The Adapted Computer Learning Center offersclasses in assistive technology and in improvingcognitive skills.Assistive Computer Technology instruction isdesigned to meet the computer access needs ofstudents with learning disabilities, acquired brain

40 services FOR STUDENTSinjury, visual impairment, or physical disability.Adaptations include programs to increase print sizeon the screen; speech synthesizers that read aloudinformation on the screen; voice input to allow“hands free” computer operation; an embosser forBraille output of written material; and programs thatmodify the keyboard.Brain Injury Program - Computers are used as atool in teaching cognitive skills to students withspecific learning disabilities or acquired braininjuries resulting from head trauma, stroke, hypoxia,brain tumor, infections of the brain or ingestion oftoxic substances. The Improving Cognitive Skillsclass remediates basic mental processes such asmemory, attention, concentration, perception, andorientation. It retrains complex thinking skills such ascategorizing, sequencing, problem solving, abstractreasoning, and communicating. It helps studentsdevelop compensatory strategies for coping withdecreased cognitive function.3. The Vocational Living Skills Program provides atransition to work for individuals who have a desireto work and who want to develop the skills neededto seek and maintain employment. Courses are alsooffered in independent living skills. The programserves primarily persons with developmentaldisabilities, but students with other disabilities alsoenroll as appropriate.4. The Workability III Program provides job searchskills training and job placement services for personswith disabilities. Workability III is a joint programbetween College of Alameda and the Department ofRehabilitation.For additional information on DSPS services or programs,call (510) 748-2328 or visit the DSPS office in RoomD117.Safety ServicesThe Alameda County Sheriff’s Department providessworn deputies on this campus to assist students andstaff. Sheriff’s deputies are an integral part of the Collegecommunity, functioning as consistently as possible withthe College’ s philosophy and objectives. Deputies aresworn police officers, responsible for the reporting andinvestigation of all emergency and police matters oncampus. In an emergency, dial 7236, or 465-3456. Sheriff’sdeputies are located in Room F121.Safety AidesSafety Aides assist Safety Services by patrolling thecampus and its parking lots. Aides are available for escortservices to and from parking lots. To receive assistance,please call (510) 466-7236.Student ActivitiesCo-curricular activities are an important part of theeducational experience. All students are encouraged tobecome involved in some phase of co-curricular activities.The opportunity for self-government, as provided for bythe Peralta Colleges’ Board of Trustees and the Collegeof Alameda administration, is particularly challenging.Involvement in student government allows the studentto view and explore the College as a whole, as wellas the various parts that form the institution to whichhe/she belongs. Through active involvement, a betterunderstanding of the overall process of education maybe attained.Active participation in student government providesthe student an opportunity not only to assist in thedevelopment of co-curricular programs, formulationof general College policies and to become involved insolving general College problems, but it also provideseffective channels to promote change and growth withinthe College system.The Student Activities Office is located in F116. For furtherinformation, call (510) 748-2249.Associated Students (ASCOA)The Associated Students of College of Alameda (ASCOA)have formed a student government designed to provide amechanism to assist and improve the campus environmentthrough changing and improving the already existingservices.The effective functioning of ASCOA depends uponstudent participation and financial support. Becausethe financial support for student activities comes fromthe purchase of student body cards, each student isencouraged to purchase a card.The purchaser of a student body card is entitled to thefollowing privileges:1. The privilege of holding student association offices;2. Participation in all student clubs and organizations;3. Discounts from various merchants in the Collegedistrict;4. Free or reduced admissions to Peralta Colleges’sponsored activities, including interscholastic athleticevents.Clubs and organizations may be formed under Collegestaff sponsorship whenever there is a worthwhile purposeand sufficient interest is indicated. The organization ofclubs is controlled by ASCOA. Each club must be officiallyrecognized in order to use the College name or to sponsoror participate in campus activities. Information concerningorganizational procedures, as well as the use of Collegefacilities, may be obtained from the Student ActivitiesOffice.

services FOR STUDENTS41ASCOA is located in F109. For further information, call(510) 748-2171.Cyber CafeThe Cyber Cafe is the place to come, relax, do somehomework, check your email or surf the Internet. Fifteencomputer stations help you navigate cyber space. Thecafe also offers wireless Internet technology for yourconvenience.The Cyber Cafe is located in the “F” building adjacent to thecafeteria. Call (510) 748-2249 for further information.College StoreThe College Store is located on the first floor of the StudentCenter (Building “F”). A list of all required textbooksand supplementary texts is provided at the beginningof each semester. A full line of notebooks, stationery andoffice/school supplies is available. Store policies regardingpurchases, refunds and book buy-back are printed inthe Schedule of Classes for each new term. Store hoursof operation also are shown in each semester’s Scheduleof Classes.Lost and FoundItems lost or found on campus should be reported,when lost, claimed, or, when found, taken to the StudentActivities Office, F-116. Assistance can be obtained duringregular College business hours.Student CenterThe Student Center (Building “F”) houses the StudentActivities Office, Cafeteria, the Student Lounge, the CyberCafe, offices of the ASCOA, mailboxes for recognizedclubs and organizations, Student Health Services, and theCollege Store. It is the central location for many studentactivities.The Student Lounge affords a comfortable atmospherewhere students can relax with old and new friends.Student requests to use College facilities for approvedgroup activities and the campus publicity regulationsare processed through the Student Activities Office inRoom F116.The Student Center also offers the following supportservices: Lost and Found, student dental-medical insuranceinformation, a master activities calendar, AC Transitmonthly bus passes and U.S. postage stamps purchase,housing referrals, community and governmental agencyinformation, BART and AC Transit schedules, and generalinformation on campus services and activities.Student Ambassador ProgramStudent Ambassadors are student leaders who have a 3.25GPA or greater and demonstrated leadership abilities. TheAmbassadors represent College of Alameda and the PeraltaCommunity College District at college fairs, high schoolrecruitment visits, community events, the commencementceremony, and numerous other school-related activities.For further information, contact the Vice President ofStudent Services at (510) 748-2205.Student Success Learning CommunitiesCollege of Alameda offers you three very unique StudentSuccess Learning Communities. These are a mutuallysupportive team effort between faculty, staff and otherstudents to help you learn in a culturally nurturing andsupportive environment to:•••••Succeed in collegeDiscuss your goals/aspirations as a collegestudentIdentify the steps needed to achieve your goalsBroaden your horizons through advanced learningand trainingCollege of Alameda Learning Communities offeraccelerated English courses with a cultural emphasispaired with study skills courses. Students will have theadditional support of faculty and staff, fellow students,and assigned mentors to assist you in achieving youracademic goals. Our goal is to give you the necessaryknowledge and self-confidence to succeed.maybe one of our learning communities isthe answer for you!Amandla (emphasis on African American culture)APASS (emphasis on Asian/Pacific Island cultures)Adelante (emphasis on Latino/a culture)Contact Admissions & Records or your counselor formore information.Transfer CenterCollege of Alameda embodies a diverse population ofstudents; many of whom are first generation collegebound.Faculty and staff at College of Alameda arestrongly committed to helping our students achieveacademic success, and we offer a wide variety of resourceson campus including the Transfer Center. The TransferCenter provides the following services and workshops forstudents interested in transferring to a four-year collegeor university.Services:• Scheduling appointments to meet with four-yearcollege or university representatives

42 services FOR STUDENTS• Assistance in learning how to use online admissionsresources:www.assist.org,www.csumentor.edu,www.uctransfer.universityofcalifornia.edu• Online application assistance• TAG agreements (transfer admission guarantee toUC Davis, UC Irvine, UC Merced, UC Riverside, UCSanta Barbara, UC Santa Cruz, UC San Diego andCSU East Bay)• Access to a resource library of online and hard copycatalogs for California and out-of-state four-yearcolleges and universities, directories, college videos,and other reference publications on higher education• Student work station (internet access) and studyarea• Transfer Center “calendar of events”• Information on application deadline dates• Fee waiver and transfer scholarship information• Tours to local four-year colleges and universitiesWorkshops and Events:• Annual fall semester “Transfer Day” event wherestudents can meet admissions representatives fromover 40 four-year colleges and universities• Transfer Basics workshop• UC personal statement workshopFor more information, visit the Transfer Center on the firstfloor in Building A or call (510) 748-2113.Concurrent Enrollment With Four-YearColleges and UniversitiesCollege of Alameda provides its students the opportunityto enroll concurrently in one lower-division course eachsemester at any of the participating colleges or universitieslisted below. This program was designed to increaseexposure to a college or university where a student mightnot otherwise plan to enroll, to allow student access tocomplete required courses not available at their homecampus, and to enable students to test their potential forsuccess in a college or university environment.Participating colleges include:• University of California, Berkeley• California State University, East Bay• Mills College• John F. Kennedy University• Holy Names UniversityStudents are expected to earn a “C” or better in theuniversity coursework at the participating four-yearcollege or university in which they concurrently enroll.Students may participate in Concurrent Enrollment forup to one year provided they have completed 20 semesterunits of transferable coursework, completed ENGL 1Awith a grade of “C” or better, enrolled as a full-timestudent taking a minimum of 12 units, and establishedCalifornia residency.Formally admitted UC students and individuals whohave attended a four-year institution or hold a Bachelor’sDegree or equivalent from a foreign university are noteligible to participate. For more information aboutprogram eligibility criteria and participation in theprogram, please schedule an appointment to see acounselor or visit the Transfer Center located on the firstfloor in Building A.Tutorial ServicesIn an effort to meet the educational needs of students,the college provides free tutoring in most subjects taughtat the college. Tutors are trained to handle group andindividual tutoring sessions in the Tutorial Center and inthe classroom. Individual tutoring is available to studentsafter their needs have been properly assessed by LearningAssistance personnel and through faculty or peer advisorreferrals. For additional information, visit the LearningResources Center on the second floor of Building L, ortelephone (510) 748-2315.Veterans and Veterans’ DependentsThe Veterans Affairs Program provides assistance toveterans and to eligible dependents of veterans in theirpursuit of an education and in obtaining veterans’benefits. Services include counseling, tutorial assistance,outreach, recruitment, referral service for job placement,and financial assistance.To receive VA benefits at College of Alameda, veteransand dependents must do the following:1. Apply for admission at www.peralta.edu.2. Complete the assessment and orientation process.3. Meet with a counselor and have a Student EducationPlan completed, outlining the requirements of theprogram you have declared as your objective. Theeducational objective must be an educational goalthat is offered at College of Alameda and has beenapproved by the California state approving agency.Unofficial transcripts can be used by the counselorto determine your remaining requirements at thismeeting.All veterans must make an appointment with thecounseling office during their first semester inattendance, in order to complete a Veteran’sEvaluation of Course Requirements for CurrentObjective. Evaluations cannot be done on a drop-in

services FOR STUDENTS43basis. The evaluation is required prior to certificationof a student’s second semester, and if and when astudent changes to a new major a new evaluationmust be completed prior to further certification.Only courses indicated on the evaluation will becertified for payment by V.A., as these are the coursesthat are needed to complete graduation or transferrequirements.4. Verify prior college credit by having officialtranscripts sent to Office of Admissions & Records,Peralta Community College District, 333 E. 8th St.,Oakland, CA 94607. All students receiving VeteransBenefits are required to submit official academictranscripts from all schools attended before, duringor after military service--whether or not benefitswere received or units completed. Enrollment willonly be certified for one semester pending evaluationof prior credit. These transcripts will be used whendetermining prior credit for courses that satisfymajor requirements when completing the student’sEvaluation of Course Requirements.5. Submit applicable documents to the Veterans Officefor the processing of your educational benefits:Application (Form 22-1990) and DD214 for the VeteranStudent, application (Form 22-5490) and dependentdocumentation for the Veterans’ DependentsProgram. The VA office will determine eligibility andnotify student of such awards.Veterans continuing at the college must notify the VAoffice of any change in address, major, units, or educationplan. Class attendance verification forms must beturned in on a monthly basis to the VA office. It is theresponsibility of each student to promptly notify theCollege of Alameda Veterans Office of changes in unitstatus, courses, grades, academic objective, number ofdependents to be claimed, and address. Failing to do somay result in an overpayment of benefits which wouldneed to be repaid to V.A.Call (510) 748-2203 for further information.If the veteran has completed courses taken during militaryservice, the VA Office will request evaluation of the ACEor SMART transcripts from the Office of Admissions andRecords.Standards of Progress for Veteran StudentsReceiving BenefitsA veteran student who is on academic probation for twoconsecutive semesters shall be subject to discontinuanceof benefits if the student earned a cumulative gradepoint average of less than 2.0 (“C” grade). This directiveis separate and apart from the college’s standards foracademic dismissal.Welcome CenterThe Welcome Center provides computers and assistancewith online admissions/registration and financial aidapplications (FAFSA). Informal transcripts and printoutsof the current schedule are also available.For further information, visit the A Building or call (510)748-2184.Workforce Development/CalWORKSWorkforce development activities include specialinstruction and services for CalWORKs students andfor students interested in entering the workforce or inchanging careers through classes, career workshops andshort-term training programs.Services for CalWORKs students include:• Counseling, liaison, advocacy with campus andcommunity agencies, including the Social ServicesAgency• Educational and career planning• Job placement; On- and off-campus placement ininternships• Referral to transportation, books and supplies• ChildcareFor further information, visit the Workforce DevelopmentOffice/CalWORKS Office or call (510) 748-2152.Credit for Military ExperienceCompletion of a minimum of one year’s active dutywith the Armed Forces of the United States, includingcompletion of a basic or recruit training program andreceipt of an honorable discharge, provides six semesterunits toward the Associate degree if this credit has notpreviously been applied toward a high school diploma.The VA Office will submit the DD214 to the Office ofAdmissions to obtain the credit once the 12 semester unitshas been completed at the Peralta Colleges.

44DEGREES AND PROGRAMSCatalog Rights................................................... 45Associate Degree Requirements....................... 45General Education Requirement for the AssociateDegree............................................................... 45Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement 47Requirements for the Certificate of Proficiency.. 47Transfer InformationPlanning to Transfer...................................... 48Impacted Programs....................................... 48Articulation Agreements................................. 48Other Colleges and Universities.................... 49Transfer to the University of CaliforniaTransfer Admissions Requirements............... 50High School Proficiency Examination............ 50General Requirements.................................. 50Requirements for Nonresidents..................... 50General Education/Breadth Requirements.... 50University Requirements for theBaccalaureate Degree................................... 50University of California-Berkeley Campus..... 51Transfer to the California State UniversityTransfer Requirements.................................. 52Making Up Missing College PreparatorySubject Requirements................................... 522009-2010 California State University GeneralEducation Breadth Requirements.................. 53United States History, Constitution, andAmerican Ideals Certification......................... 53Intersegmental General Education TransferCurriculum (IGETC)........................................... 55Certification of IGETC.................................... 56Vocational/Technical Programs Offered atthe Peralta Colleges............................................. 58

Degrees and ProgramsDEGREES AND PROGRAMS45Catalog RightsStudents completing the requirements for the Associatedegree, Certificate of Achievement, or Certificate ofProficiency have catalog rights.A student’s catalog rights are defined as maintainingenrollment in at least one semester per academic year,excluding summer session and intersessions (continuingenrollment), in any of the four Peralta Colleges.A student’s catalog rights include:1. The regulations in effect at the time the studententered the college, provided the student has been incontinuing enrollment until the requirements for theDegree/Certificate are completed; OR2. The regulations current at the time the student reentersthe major program and remains in continuingenrollment until the requirements of the Degree/Certificate are completed; OR3. The regulations current at the time the student filesand receives the Degree/Certificate.Note: While a course might satisfy more that one GeneralEducation requirement, it may not be counted more than oncefor this purpose. (See exception for Ethnic Studies courses.)The withdrawal symbol (“W”) constitutes enrollment.Associate Degree RequirementsRequirements for graduation with an Associate Degree areprescribed by the State Chancellor’s Office and the Boardof Trustees of the Peralta Colleges. Degrees are conferredwhen students have met the prescribed requirements. It isthe student’s responsibility to file all transcripts of previouscollege work and to file a Petition for an Associate Degreeby the deadline date during the semester in which he/sheplans to complete the requirements. See the AcademicCalendar in the Class Schedule for deadline dates.Overall RequirementsCandidates for the Associate Degree must complete atleast 60 degree-applicable units which include coursesin a major, General Education, and the electives, asnecessary.1. At least 22 units must be completed in General Education.2. A minimum of 18 units is required for the major.The specific number of units varies with the major.Students should refer to the individual curriculumpatterns for this information.3. At least 12 units must be completed at College ofAlameda.4. A minimum grade point average of 2.0 (“C”) isrequired in EACH of the following:• Overall grade point average and• General Education Requirements5. A “C” grade or better is required in EACH course inthe major and in area 4A, English composition andarea 4B, mathematics.Note: When the units from the General Education andmajor do not total 60 units, students must complete anydegree-applicable course(s), referred to as electives, untilthe total of at least 60 units is obtained.2009-2010 General Education Requirementsfor the Associate Degree(Updated Annually)General Education requirements for the Associate in Artsand Associate in Science degrees are listed below:Students must complete General Education categories 1through 5, at least 22 units of which must be completedin Categories 1 through 4.A course used to satisfy requirements in one categorymay not be used to satisfy a second General Educationcategory, with the exception of a course used to satisfy theEthnic Studies requirement. A course may be used to fulfillboth a General Education and a major requirement.The following list of courses will be revised each semesteras courses are added or deleted from the curriculum.1. Natural Sciences Minimum 3 unitsCourses in the natural sciences are those that examinethe physical universe, its life forms, and its naturalphenomena. To satisfy the general education requirementin natural sciences, a course should help you develop anappreciation and understanding of the scientific methodand encourage an understanding of the relationshipsbetween science and other human activities. This categorywould include introductory or integrative courses inastronomy, biology, chemistry, general physical science,geology, meteorology, oceanography, physics, and otherscientific disciplines (BP 5.20).Anthropology 1Astronomy 1Biology 1A, 1B, 2, 4, 10, 11, 12A, 12B, 14, 23, 24,26Chemistry 1A, 1B, 30A, 30B, 50Geography 1Geology 10Physics 4A, 4B, 4C, 10

46 DEGREES AND PROGRAMS2. Social and Behavioral Minimum 3 unitsSciencesCourses in the social and behavioral sciences are thosethat focus on people as members of society. To satisfy thegeneral education requirement in social and behavioralsciences, a course should help you develop an awaremnessof the method of inquiry the social and behavioralsciences use. It should stimulate critical thinking aboutthe ways people act and have acted in response to theirsocieties and should promote appreciation of howsocieties and social subgroups operate. This categorywould include introductory or integrative survey coursesin anthropology, economics, history, political science,psychology, sociology, and related disciplines (BP 5.20).African-American Studies 5, 30*, 31*, 32*Anthropology 2, 3, 5**, 14Asian & Asian-American Studies 45A, 45BBiology 27***Business 5Communication 6, 19Counseling 30, 230Economics 1, 2, 5Education 1Geography 2, 3History 1**, 2A, 2B, 5, 7A, 7B, 8A, 8B, 10A, 10B,11, 12, 15, 17, 18, 19, 32, 50*, 51*, 52*, 53A+,53B+, 55A, 56***Mexican/Latin American Studies 18A+, 18B+Political Science 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 16, 18, 26Psychology 1A, 1B, 3, 7A, 7B, 8, 9A, 9B, 12***,13A, 13B, 18, 24Sociology 1, 2, 3***, 5, 13*, **, *** or + Students will receive credit for onecourse only.3. Humanities Minimum 3 unitsCourses in the humanities are those that study thecultural activities and artistic expressions of humanbeings. To satisfy the general education requirementin the humanities, a course should help you developan awareness of the ways in which people throughoutthe ages and in different cultures have responded tothemselves and the world around them in artistic andcultural creation and help the student develop aestheticunderstanding and an ability to make value judgments.Such courses could include introductory or integrativecourses in the arts, foreign languages, literature,philosophy, and religion (BP 5.20).Art 1, 2, 3, 4, 8A, 8B, 122Chinese 10A, 10B, 11A, 11B, 12A, 12BCommunication 2A, 2B, 5English 1B, 10A, 10B, 16, 17A, 17B, 27A, 27B,30A, 30B, 31, 32A, 32B, 33A, 33B, 36, 47, 61,210A, 210B, 216, 217A, 217B, 227A, 227B, 230A,230B, 231, 232A, 232B, 233A, 233B, 236, 247French 1A, 1B, 2A, 2BGerman 1A, 1BHumanities 1, 2, 3, 13A*, 13B*, 15, 40, 51A*,51B*, 51C*Mexican/Latin American Studies 2A*, 2B*, 2C*,3**Music 9, 10, 12A, 12B, 15A, 15BPhilosophy 1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 20A, 20BSpanish 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 20A, 20B, 51**Vietnamese 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B* or ** Students will receive credit for one courseonly.4. Language and RationalityCourses in language and rationality are those that developfor you the principles and applications of language towardlogical thought, clear and precise expression, and criticalevaluation of communication in whatever symbol systemyou use (BP 5.20).A. English Composition Minimum 3 unitsMinimum level of English 1A, Composition andReading, or an equivalent course (BP 5.20).Communication 5English 1A, 1B, 5B. Mathematics Minimum 3 unitsMinimum level of intermediate algebra or anequivalent course (BP 5.20).May be met by one of two options listed below:Option A: Credit by exam for Math 201 (orhigher) with credit posted on transcript.Option B: Completion of one (1) of thefollowing:Math 2, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E, 3F, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16A,16B, 50, 202, 203,C. Computer Literacy Minimum 1 unitA broad understanding of computer concepts(BP 5.20).Business 24, 226, 238A, 238BCIS: All courses numbered 1 through 248, except211Learning Resources 211A, 211BD. Oral or Written Minimum 3 unitsCommunication or LiteratureR e q u i r e m e n t s h a l l i n c l u d e w r i t t e ncommunication, oral communication, literature,or selected English as a Second Languagecourses (BP 5.20).Communication 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 4, 5, 6, 20, 44, 45English: All courses numbered 1 through 247,except 48, 49, 202, 205, 206A, 206BEnglish as a Second Language 21A, 21BMexican/Latin American Studies 3*Spanish 51**Students will receive credit for one courseonly.E. Communication and Minimum 3 unitsAnalytical ThinkingCourses fulfilling the communication andanalytical thinking requirement include oral

DEGREES AND PROGRAMS47communication, mathematics, logic, statistics,computer languages and programming, andrelated disciplines. To satisfy the Communicationand Analytical Thinking area, courses taken inMathematics shall be at the Intermediate Algebralevel or higher (BP 5.20).CIS 5, 6, 23, 25, 26, 36A, 36B, 39A, 47, 97ACommunication 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 4, 5, 20, 44, 45English 1A, 5, 211Mathematics 2, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E, 3F, 11, 12, 13, 15,50, 202, 203Philosophy 10Requirements for theCertificate of ProficiencyA Certificate of Proficiency (approved locally) is grantedin certain programs for which 6-17.5 units are required.Requirements for the current Certificates of Proficiency aredescribed in the Curriculum Requirements & Descriptionof Courses section of this catalog. A grade of “C” or betteris required in each course. The Certificate of Proficiencywill not appear on the student’s transcript. Studentsshould consult a counselor for specific requirements foreach certificate.5. Ethnic Studies Minimum 3 unitsEthnic studies is an intensive and scholarly studyof African-American, Hispanic, Asian, and NativeAmerican experiences in the United States involvingan examination of these cultures and the history,social, economic, and political influences on them (BP5.20).African-American Studies 5, 30*, 31*, 32*Anthropology 5**, 14Asian-American Studies 45A, 45BEnglish 16, 31, 216, 231History 1**, 17, 19, 50*, 51*, 52*Music 15A, 15BPsychology 18Sociology 5.* or ** Students will receive credit for one courseonly.All Ethnic Studies courses, worth at least 3 semester units,may simultaneously satisfy one of the Categories 1-4, if theyare offered within that category. It should be noted that suchunits are calculated only once.This list is updated periodically. Consult a College ofAlameda counselor for a current listing of approvedcourses.Requirements for theCertificate of AchievementA Certificate of Achievement (approved by the StateChancellor’s Office) is granted in those programs forwhich 18 or more units are required in the major (or,for certain specified programs of courses, 12-17.5 units).Requirements for the current Certificates of Achievementare described in the Curriculum Requirements &Description of Courses section of this catalog. A gradeof “C” or better is required in each course in the major.At least 12 units of Associate-degree-level coursework must be completed at College of Alameda. TheCertificate of Achievement is indicated on the student’stranscript. Students should consult a counselor for specificrequirements for each certificate.

48 DEGREES AND PROGRAMSTransfer InformationPlanning to TransferStudents who wish to enter a four-year college oruniversity after attending College of Alameda shouldtake note of the following suggestions:1. Read the four-year college or university catalog foradmissions and other information, such as:a. Transfer requirements;b. Major requirements and degrees offered;c. General education or breadth requirements;andd. Application and financial aid deadlines.Many catalogs are available for review in theTransfer Center.2. Note the difference between lower-division andupper-division courses required by the particularcollege or school of the university in which theadvanced work is to be taken.Important point: Degree credit in the major can beexpected only for those community college courseswhich parallel lower-division major courses requiredat the four-year institution.3. Identify the courses (lower-division prerequisites)which must be taken in preparation for the majoras well as those required in the major.4. Remember that community college courses transferto four-year college for specific majors, generaleducation/breadth requirements, or elective creditdepending upon the school and major selected.5. Check the policies regarding the maximum numberof units that may be transferable. A maximum ofseventy (70) transferable semester or one hundredand five (105) quarter units completed at acommunity college may be applied toward the totalnumber of units required for a bachelor’s degreeat a campus of the University of California orCalifornia State University. Total units transferableto independent colleges vary. Subject credit fortransferable courses in excess of seventy semesterunits may also be granted to satisfy universitygraduation requirements. Courses accepted asequivalent to those offered in lower-division by afour-year institution, even if beyond the seventysemester/one hundred five quarter-unit maximum,may be applied where needed to meet specificlower division and/or general education/breadthrequirements. Students are strongly advised tocomplete all coursework required in lower-divisionpreparation for their major, especially those majorsthat are impacted or oversubscribed.6. With proper planning, College of Alamedastudents can complete lower-division requirementsfor most majors offered by four-year institutions.College of Alameda counselors will assist studentsin the development of an educational plan throughindividual appointments. Students should alsoconfer with faculty in their selected major in planningtheir programs. Where particular planning problemsare present, counselors will assist students throughcontacts with representatives of the various four-yearinstitutions.7. Catalogs and applications for admission to theUniversity of California and the California StateUniversity are available in the Transfer Center. TheTransfer Center can provide assistance in obtainingcatalogs and applications from other institutions.8. All students must assume complete responsibilityfor compliance with regulations and instructionsfor selecting the courses that will permit them tomeet their educational objectives, and for satisfyingprerequisites for any programs or courses they planto take as set forth in the appropriate catalog.Impacted ProgramsAt every college and university, some majors receivemore applications than the number of students they canaccept. When this happens, these majors are declaredto be impacted or oversubscribed. To be admitted intosuch programs, students may need to meet specialrequirements such as:1. Completing specific courses;2. Accumulating a determined number of college units;3. Earning a particular grade point average;4. Passing campus or national examinations;5. Meeting advance application deadlines; and6. Participating in interviews or special evaluations.The list of impacted programs may vary from year to yearas majors are added and deleted frequently. Also, a majorimpacted at one campus may be open at another; therefore,students should consult a College of Alameda counselor toreceive updated information about impacted majors.Articulation AgreementsArticulation literally means “to express clearly” or “tojoin together.” It is used in this context to refer to writtenagreements between College of Alameda and a four-yearcollege or university. The written course articulationagreements, approved by faculty for both institutions,authorize the acceptance of a specific course completedat one campus to be used “in lieu of” a specific course atanother campus.Counselors can access articulation agreements between

DEGREES AND PROGRAMS49College of Alameda and the campuses of the CaliforniaState University, the University of California campusesand some independent colleges, both in and out ofstate. Most agreements with CSU and UC campusesare available on the Internet, www.assist.org. A studentworking closely with a counselor will be able to completethe first two years of a four-year college degree at Collegeof Alameda and then transfer as a junior. Any studentexperiencing difficulty with the transfer of courses fromCollege of Alameda should contact the CounselingDepartment for assistance.Other Colleges and UniversitiesFor information concerning transfer requirements of othercolleges and universities, students should consult theTransfer Center, review the catalog, and work closely witha College of Alameda counselor to develop an effectiveStudent Educational Plan (SEP).2+2 Articulation is the coordination of the last two yearsof a high school program with a two-year post-secondarycertificate/Associate Degree program. This providesa mechanism for high school students to continuematriculation towards a planned vocational goal.

50DEGREES AND PROGRAMSTransfer to the University of CaliforniaTransfer Admissions RequirementsThe University of California includes nine generalcampuses throughout the state – Berkeley, Davis, Irvine,Los Angeles, Merced, Riverside, San Diego, Santa Barbara,and Santa Cruz. A tenth campus in San Francisco offersgraduate and professional programs in the healthsciences.The University of California admission requirementsfor transfer students vary according to the student’seligibility to enroll at UC when the student graduatedfrom high school. Furthermore, a student wishing to enrollin an impacted and/or upper-division major must meetadditional admission requirements.High School Proficiency ExaminationIf a student does not have a high school diploma, theUniversity will accept the Certificate of Proficiencyawarded by the State Board of Education upon successfulcompletion of the California High School ProficiencyExamination. The University also will accept proficiencyexaminations from other states, and the GeneralEducation Development (GED) Certificate, in place of adiploma. However, a student must still meet the Subject,Scholarship, and Examination Requirements.General RequirementsStudents who meet the Scholarship Requirement but didnot satisfy the Subject Requirement must take transferablecollege courses in the subjects they are missing, earn agrade of “C” or better in each of these required courses,and earn an overall “C” (2.0) average in all transferablecollege coursework to be eligible to transfer. Studentswho met the Scholarship Requirements must complete aminimum of 12 semester units of transferable work andearn an overall “C” (2.0) average in all transferable collegecoursework completed.Students who were not eligible for admission to theUniversity when they graduated from high school becausethey did not meet the Scholarship Requirement must:a. Complete 60 semester units of transferable collegecredit with a grade-point average of at least 2.4, andb. Complete a course pattern requirement to include:1. Two transferable college courses (3 semesterunits each) in English composition; and2. One transferable college course (3 semesterunits) in Mathematical Concepts andQuantitative Reasoning; and3. Four transferable college courses (3 semesterunits each) chosen from at least two of thefollowing subject areas: the arts andhumanities, the social and behavioralsciences, the physical and biological sciences.Requirements for NonresidentsThe minimum admissions requirements for nonresidenttransfer applicants are the same as those for residentsexcept that nonresidents must have a grade point averageof 2.8 or higher in all transferable college coursework.General Education/Breadth RequirementsThe general education or breadth requirements aredesigned to give University undergraduates a broadbackground in all major academic areas: life sciences,physical sciences, social sciences, humanities and finearts. The general education/breadth requirements specifythe courses that students must take or credit hours theymust accumulate in each area.Each school and college at every UC campus has its ownset of requirements. They are described in the campuscatalog and articulation agreements. With careful planning,the student can meet many of the requirements whileattending College of Alameda. At some campuses and insome majors, transfer students must fulfill all or a portionof the general education/breadth requirements beforetransferring.Effective in 1991, transfer applicants may satisfy thegeneral education requirements by completing theIntersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum(IGETC). Students should consult with their counselor forinformation pertaining to certain restrictions.University Requirements for theBaccalaureate DegreeThere are two requirements which all undergraduatestudents at the university must satisfy in order tograduate.1. American History and InstitutionsEach campus of the University of Californiadetermines the way in which this requirement canbe met for that campus. Students should consult thecatalog for the University of California campus towhich they plan to transfer, or see a counselor.2. AWPE (Analytical Writing Placement Examination)Each campus of the University of Californiadetermines the way in which this requirement canbe met for that campus. Student should consult thecatalog for the University of California campus towhich they plan to transfer or see a counselor.

DEGREES AND PROGRAMS51University of California-Berkeley CampusCollege of Letters and Science: Essential Skills and SevenCourse Breadth RequirementsThe University of California Berkeley campus is on thesemester system. Transfer students with 60 or moretransferable semester units who are admitted to theCollege of Letters and Science must have satisfied theEssential Skills in (1) reading and composition, (2)foreign language, and (3) quantitative reasoning, prior toadmission. Also the seven-course breadth requirementsfor courses outside the field of the major are requiredof all junior transfers. Students should make everyeffort to complete as many of the seven-course breadthrequirements as possible.Information on the University of California, Berkeley’sCollege of Letters and Science current requirementsand the listing of College of Alameda courses that areapproved for meeting the requirements are available onthe Internet at www.assist.org or in the Transfer Center.This list is subject to revision and is updated periodically;please consult with a counselor.

52 DEGREES AND PROGRAMSTransfer to the California State UniversityThe following information applies to the twenty-three (23)campuses of the California State University System:Bakersfield Channel IslandsEast Bay (formerly CSU Hayward)Humboldt Los AngelesNorthridge PomonaSan Diego San FranciscoSan Marcos SonomaLong Beach FullertonSan Bernardino San Luis ObispoChico Dominguez HillsFresno Maritime AcademySacramento San JoseStanislaus Monterey BayCurrent admission requirements are printed annually inthe California State University Admission Application,available at the Transfer Center. Students may also obtainadmission requirements from their counselor. For specificmajor requirements, students are strongly advised to meetwith their counselor and review established articulationagreements.Transfer RequirementsYou will qualify for admission as a transfer student ifyou have a grade-point average of 2.0 (“C”) or better inall transferable units attempted; are in good standing atthe last college or university attended; and meet any ofthe following standards:1. Were eligible as a freshman at the time of applicationfor admissions or at the time of graduation fromhigh school, provided you have been in continuousattendance at a college since graduation; or2. Were eligible as a freshman except for the collegepreparatory subject requirements and have completedappropriate college courses in the missing subjects;or3. Have completed at least 60 transferable semesterunits and have completed appropriate college coursesto make up any missing college preparatory subjects(non-residents must have a 2.4 grade point average orbetter).A maximum of 70 transferable semester (105 quarter)units earned in community college may be transferredto the California State University.Note: Refer to the CSU application for Freshman Eligibilityand Subject Requirements.Making Up Missing College PreparatorySubject Requirements1) Undergraduate transfer applicants who did notcomplete the subject requirements while in secondaryschool may make up missing subjects in any of thefollowing ways:a) Complete appropriate courses in college witha “C” or better (one course of threesemester or four quarter units will beconsidered equivalent to one year of highschool study); orb) Earn acceptable scores on specifiedexaminations.2) Transfer applicants with 60 or more semester units(90 or more quarter units) can satisfy the preparatorysubject requirements by completing, with a “C” orbetter, one of the following alternatives:a) 1987 or earlier high school graduates:Meeting the eligibility requirements listed forlower division transfer, or successfulcompletion of written communication andmathematics courses on the approved CSUlist of transferable general education courses.b) 1998 and later high school graduates:Meeting the eligibility requirements listed forlower-division transfer or successfulcompletion of 30 semester or 45 quarter unitsof general education courses to include allArea A and the Mathematics/QuantitativeReasoning requirements on the CSU GeneralEducation Certification List.All transfer applicants with 60 or more transferablesemester units must complete all CSU General Educationrequirements in the Communication Area (Area A1, A2and A3) and in Mathematics (Area B4).Consult with the Counseling Office or any CSU AdmissionsOffice for further information about alternative ways tosatisfy the subject requirements. College of Alamedacounselors will provide assistance to determine whichCOA courses satisfy the CSU lower-division GeneralEducation requirements.

DEGREES AND PROGRAMS532009-2010 California State University General Education Breadth Requirements(Updated Annually)College of Alameda (Peralta Community College District)may certify to a California State University completion of39 units of lower division general education requirements.Students must request General Education Certificationwhen their final transcript is to be sent to a CaliforniaState University.The listing of courses that can be used toward meetingCSU General Education Breadth requirements is availablefrom a counselor, in the Transfer Center or via www.assist.org. The listing is subject to change on an annual basis.A total of 48 units is required to meet the GeneralEducation requirement for the California State Universitysystem. The additional 9 units must be upper-divisioncourses and must be completed after the student transfersto a CSU.Students who transfer without certification will be subjectto the general education requirements of the campus orcollege which they transfer.AREA A: ENGLISH LANGUAGE COMMUNICATIONAND CRITICAL THINKING:Minimum of 9 semester (or 12-15 quarter) units: Completeminimum one course for each sub-area with a grade of“C” or better.A1: Oral Communications: Communication 1A, 1B,4, 20, 45A2: Written English: English 1AA3: Critical Thinking: Communication 5, English 5,Philosophy 10For A3, some Engineering major exceptionsmay apply. (See a counselor for details.)AREA B: SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY ANDQUANTITATIVE REASONING:Minimum of 9 semester (or 12-15 quarter) units: one fromPhysical Sciences (B1), one from Life Sciences (B2), and onefrom Math/Quantitative Reasoning (B4). One lab* activityrequired from either Physical Sciences (B1), Life Sciences(B2), or (B3). Math/Quantitative Reasoning (B4) with agrade of “C” or better.B1: Physical Sciences: Astronomy 1; Chemistry 1A*,1B*, 30A*, 30B*; Geography 1;Geology 10; Physics 4A*, 4B*, 4C*, 10B2: Biological Sciences: Anthropology 1;Biology 1A*, 1B*, 2*, 4*, 10*, 11, 12A*, 12B*, 14*, 26*B3: Lab Activity - one course from either B1 or B2 witha lab* or one of the following: Anthropology 1L orGeography 1LB4: Math/Quantitative Reasoning: Math 2, 3A, 3B,3C, 3E, 3F, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16A, 16B, 50AREA C: ARTS AND HUMANITIES:Minimum of 9 semester (or 12-15 quarter) units with atleast one course each in Arts and Humanities.C1: Art 1, 2, 3, 4, 8A, 8B, 122; Music 9, 10,12A, 12B, 15A, 15B; Theater Arts 1C2: Chinese 10A, 10B, 11A, 11B, 12A, 12B;Communication 2A, 2B; English 1B, 10A, 10B,16, 17A, 17B, 27A, 27B, 30A, 30B, 31, 32A, 32B,33A, 33B, 36, 47, 61; French 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B;German 1A, 1B; Hist 11+; Humanities 1, 2, 3,13A+, 13B+, 40, 51A+, 51B+, 51C+; Mexican andLatin American Studies 2A+, 2B+, 2C+, 3+;Philosophy 1, 2, 4, 5, 20A, 20B;Spanish 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 20A, 20B, 51+;Vietnamese 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B+ = Students will receive credit & certification for onecourse onlyAREA D: SOCIAL SCIENCES:Minimum of 9 semester (or 12-15 quarter) units withcourses in at least two different disciplines.African-American Studies 5, 30+, 31+, 32+; Anthropology2, 3, 5+, 14; Asian and Asian-american Studies 45A, 45B;Biology 27(+); Economics 1, 2, 5; Geography 2, 3; History1+, 2A, 2B, 5, 7A, 7B, 8A, 8B, 10A, 10B, 11+, 12, 15+, 17, 18,19, 32, 50+, 51+, 52+, 53A+, 53B+, 55A, 56+; Mexican andLatin American Studies 18A+, 18B+; Political Science 1, 2,3, 4, 6, 8, 16, 18, 26; Psychology 1A+, 1B+, 3+, 7A, 7B, 12+,13A+, 13B+, 18+, 24; Sociology 1, 2, 3+, 5, 13+ = Students will receive credit & certification for onecourse onlyAREA E: LIFELONG LEARNING ANDSELF-DEVELOPMENT:Minimum of 3 semester (or 4-5 quarter) units: only 2units of PE/Dance can be used in this area; Note: courseslisted below cannot be double-counted in AREAS listedabove.Biology 27+, 31; CIS 1; COUN 24, 30, 57; Dance 10, 24, 30,31, 40, 43, 44, 45; Health Ed 2; Humanities 2+, 3+, 13A+,13B+; Psychology 1A+, 1B+, 3+, 8, 9A, 9B, 12+, 13A+, 13B+,18+; P.E. 2, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 21, 30, 35, 38, 39, 44, 71,91, 96, 99, 101+ = Student will receive credit and certification for onecourse only.United States History, Constitution, andAmerican Ideals CertificationStudents must complete one of the combinations below tobe certified that the requirement in United States History,Constitution, and American Ideals has been met. (Withcomplete CSU certification, these courses can be doublecountedin Area D for most CSU campuses).Any of the following combinations (two courses) isacceptable:

54DEGREES AND PROGRAMSWith Posci 1 take one of the following: Afram 30, Afram31, Hist 7A, Hist 7B, Hist 15, Hist 50, Hist 51orWith Posci 16 take Hist 7AorWith Posci 26 take one of the following: Afram 30, Afram31, Hist 7A, Hist 7B, Hist 15, Hist 50, Hist 51.This list is updated periodically. Consult a College ofAlameda counselor for a current listing of approvedcourses.

DEGREES AND PROGRAMS55Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC)The Intersegmental General Education TransferCurriculum (IGETC) is a series of courses whichcommunity college students can use to fulfill lowerdivisiongeneral education requirements at any CaliforniaState University (CSU) or University of California (UC)campus without the need, after transfer, to take additionallower-division general education courses. IGETC is notappropriate for some majors and for some colleges inthe UC system. It is crucial that the student meet with aCollege of Alameda counselor to discuss his/her transferplans and goals, in order to determine whether IGETCwould be appropriate.Completion of IGETC is not an admission requirement fortransfer to a CSU or UC campus, nor is it the only way tofulfill the lower-division general education requirementsfor these institutions. Students may find it advantageousto take courses fulfilling CSU’s General Education BreadthRequirements or those of a particular UC campus.Courses approved for IGETC are subject to changeperiodically. Students may obtain a printed list of approvedcourses from a counselor or the Transfer Center.2009-2010 Intersegmental General EducationTransfer Curriculum (IGETC)(Updated Annually)The courses that meet the Intersegmental GeneralEducation Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) for 2009-2010are listed below (subject to change). Consult a counselorfor further information.1. Completion of all of the requirements in the IGETCwill permit a student to transfer from a communitycollege to a campus in either the California StateUniversity or the University of California systemwithout the need, after transfer, to take additionallower-division general education courses.2. The IGETC is not advisable for all transfer students.(See a counselor for further information.)3. Transfer students pursuing a major that requiresextensive lower-division preparation may be betterserved by taking courses which fulfill the CSUGeneral Education-Breadth requirements or thoseof the UC Campus or college to which they plan totransfer.4. All requirements must be completed before IGETCcan be certified. If you are approaching readiness fortransfer and, for good cause, are unable to completeone or two IGETC courses (in areas 3, 4, or 5) you maybe eligible to complete IGETC after transferring. See acounselor for details.5. All courses must be completed with minimum gradesof a “C” or better.6. Transcripts to verify courses completed at othercollege must be submitted prior to certificationand can only be certified in the IGETC categorydetermined by the original college. (See #8 regardinghigh school transcripts)7. Courses taken at foreign institutions will not bepermitted for IGETC certification except in the AreaLanguage other than English.8. If the foreign language requirement was satisfiedin high school, the student’s official high schooltranscript must be submitted prior to certification.9. Coursework completed for the IGETC will be honoredfor certification provided that the courses were onthe college’s approved IGETC list at the time thecourse was completed. (See a counselor for furtherinformation.)10. Students who initially enroll at a UC campus, leaveand attend a community college, then plan to returnto the SAME UC campus cannot use IGETC. Consulta counselor for detailed information.11. Be sure to request IGETC certification when you requestfinal transcripts to be sent to your choice of university orcollege.AREA 1: ENGLISH COMMUNICATION:CSU Requires Three (3) courses, one each from A, B, and CUC Requires Two (2) courses, one from A and BGROUP A: ENGLISH COMPOSITION:One course, 3 Semester (or 4-5 Quarter) units: English1AGROUP B: CRITICAL THINKING:One course, 3 Semester (or 4-5 Quarter) units:Communication 5, English 5GROUP C: ORAL COMMUNICATION (CSU requirementonly.):One course, 3 Semester (or 4-5 Quarter) units:Communication 1A, 1B, 4, 20, 45AREA 2: MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS ANDQUANTITATIVE REASONING:One course, 3 Semester (or 4-5 Quarter) units from: Math2, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E, 3F, 11, 13, 16A, 16BAREA 3: ARTS AND HUMANITIES:9 Semester (or 12-15 Quarter) unitsComplete three (3) courses, minimum one course fromthe Arts and one from the Humanities:ARTS: Art 1, 2, 3, 4, 8A, 8B; Music 9, 10, 12A, 12B, 15A, 15BHUMANITIES: Chinese 10B++, 11A++, 11B++, 12A, 12B;

56 DEGREES AND PROGRAMSEnglish 1B, 16, 17A, 17B, 27A, 27B, 30A, 30B, 31, 32A,32B,33A, 33B, 36; French 1B++; German 1B++; Humanities 1,2, 3, 13A*+, 13B*+, 40, 51A+, 51B+, 51C+; Mexican andLatin American Studies 2A+, 2B+, 2C+, 3+, 18A*+, 18B*+;Philosophy 1, 2, 4, 5, 20A, 20B; Psychology 13A*+, 13B*+;Spanish 1B++, 2A++, 2B++, 51+; Vietnamese 2A++, 2B++*Indicates courses cannot be double counted in otherAreas. +Student receives credit and certification for onecourse only. ++Indicates courses can be used to clearLanguage Other Than English (UC Requirement Only).AREA 4: SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES:9 Semester (or 12-15 Quarter) unitsComplete at least three (3) courses, from at least two (2)disciplines or an interdisciplinary sequence:African-American Studies 5, 30+, 31+, 32+; Anthropology2, 3, 5+; 14, Asian and Asian-American Studies 45A, 45B;Biology 27+; Economics 1, 2, 5; Geography 2, 3; History1+, 2A, 2B, 5, 7A,7B**, 8A, 8B, 10A,10B, 11, 12, 15**, 17, 18,19, 32, 50+, 51+, 52+, 53A*+, 53B*+, 55A, 56+; Humanities13A*+, 13B*+; Mexican and Latin American Studies 18A*+,18B*+; Political Science 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 18, 26; Psychology 1A,1B, 3, 7A, 7B, 9A, 9B, 12+, 13A+*, 13B+*, 18, 24; Sociology1, 2, 3+, 5, 13*Indicates courses cannot be double counted in otherAreas. +Student receives credit and certification for onecourse only. ** Indicates transfer credit may be limitedby either UC and/or CSU due to course sequencing. Seecounselor for information.AREA 5: PHYSICAL AND BIOLOGICALSCIENCES:7-9 Semester(or 9-12 Quarter) unitsComplete at least two (2) courses: minimum one coursefrom the Physical Sciences and one from the BiologicalSciences: At least one of the courses must include alaboratory (L).Physical Sciences:Astronomy 1; Chemistry 1A(L), 1B(L), 30A(L)**, 30B(L)**;Geography 1, 1L; Geology 10; Physics 4A(L), 4B(L), 4C(L), 10**Biological Sciences:Anthropology 1, Anthropology 1L; Biology 1A(L), 1B(L),2(L), 4(L), 10(L)**, 11**** Indicates transfer credit may be limited by either UCand/or CSU due to course sequencing. See counselor forinformation.LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH (U.C. RequirementOnly) This requirement is satisfied by completing one of thefollowing options:A. Completion of one course (4-5 semester units) at acollege or university, with a grade of “C” or better,that is considered equivalent to 2 years of highschool language. See below for approved College ofAlameda’s courses.B. Completion of two years of high school course work inone language other than English with a grade of “C”or better (verifies by official high school transcript).C. Satisfactory score on the College Board Subject Test(formerly SAT II) in a language other than English(see counselor for required scores).D. Score of 3 or better on the College Board AdvancedPlacement Examination in a language other thanEnglish.E. Score of 5 or better on the International BaccalaureateHigher Level Examination in a language other thanEnglish.F. Satisfactory completion of a proficiency testadministered by a community college, university orother college in a language other than English.G. Completion of two years of formal schooling at thesixth grade level or higher in an institution where thelanguage of instruction is not English (confirmed byappropriate documentation).College courses that meet the proficiency level:Chinese 10A, French 1A, German 1A, Spanish 1A,Viet 1ANote: ++Courses above the proficiency level may also be used tosatisfy this requirement and may also be used to clear anotherIGETC area.*CSU GRADUATION REQUIREMENT IN U.S. HISTO-RY, CONSTITUTION AND AMERICAN IDEALS:This is not an IGETC requirement; however, these coursesshould be completed prior to transferring to any CSUcampus.Note: Courses used to meet this requirement may not beused to satisfy requirements for IGETC.Any of the following combinations is acceptable:With Posci 1 take one of the following: Afram 30, Afram31, Hist 7A, Hist 7B, Hist 15, Hist 50, Hist 51orWith Posci 16 take Hist 7AorWith Posci 26 take one of the following: Afram 30, Afram31, Hist 7A, Hist 7B, Hist 15, Hist 50, Hist 51KEY: * Indicates courses cannot be doubled counted inother Areas.+ Student receives credit and certification for one courseonly.** Indicates transfer credit may be limited by either UCand/or CSU due to course sequencing. See a counselorfor information.Certification of IGETCUpon a student’s request, College of Alameda (PeraltaCommunity College District) will certify the completion ofIGETC. The request should be made when final transcriptsare to be sent to UC or CSU. To be certified under IGETCthe entire program must be completed prior to transfer.

DEGREES AND PROGRAMS57Students who transfer without certification will be subjectto the general education requirements of the campus orcollege which they transfer.

58 Vocational/Technical programs offered at the peralta collegesVocational/Technical Programs Offered atthe Peralta CollegesCollege of Alameda555 Ralph AppezzatoMemorial ParkwayAlameda, CA 94501(510) 522-7221Laney College900 Fallon StreetOakland, CA 94607(510) 834-5740Apparel Design and MerchandisingAuto Body and Paint:Auto BodyAuto PaintAutomotive Technology:Engine PerformanceChassis and DrivetrainChassis SpecialistEngine Repair SpecialistAutomotive Electronics SpecialistDrivetrain SpecialistLight-Duty Auto RepairAviation Maintenance Technology:AirframePowerplantBusiness:AccountingBusiness AdministrationGeneral Office ClerkLegal Secretarial StudiesOffice AdministrationOffice Administration for the Logistics IndustrySmall Business AdministrationWord ProcessorComputer Information Systems:Computer Applications–Weekend ComputerCollegeDesktop Support TechnicianNetworking AdministrationProgrammingWeb PublishingDental AssistingDiesel MechanicsArchitectural and Engineering Technology:Architectural TechnologyEngineering TechnologyBanking and FinanceBiomanufacturingFast-Track BiomanufacturingBusiness:AccountingBanking and FinanceBusiness AdministrationBusiness Information SystemsEntrepreneurshipManagement and SupervisionMarketing and SalesRetail ManagementCarpentryComputer Information Systems:Computer ProgrammingComputer Programming Information SpecialistComputer System/Software Security andEncryptionGame Development and ProgrammingInternet Development and ProgrammingConstruction ManagementCosmetologyCulinary Arts:Baking and PastryRestaurant ManagementCookingEnvironmental Control Technology:Commercial HVAC SystemsResidential and Light Commercial HVAC & RRefrigeration TechnologyGraphic Arts:Applied Graphic Design/Digital ImagingLabor StudiesMachine TechnologyManagement and SupervisionMedia Communications:Performance and Production for Video, Broadcastand Digital CinematographyVideo Production for Video, Broadcast and DigitalCinematographyPhotographyWelding TechnologyWood Technology

Vocational/Technical programs offered at the peralta colleges59Berkeley City College2050 Center StreetBerkeley, CA 94704(510) 981-2800American Sign LanguageBiotechnologyBusiness:AccountingBusiness AdministrationGeneral BusinessBusiness–Office TechnologyOffice Technology–Administrative AssistantOffice Technology–Administrative Assistant/MedicalOffice Technology–Administrative/AccountingAssistantComputer Information Systems:Applied Microcomputer Information SystemsComputer Programming (This program isundergoing revision and not being offeredcurrently.)Network Support Technician (This program isundergoing revision and not being offeredcurrently.)Web ProgrammingInternational Trade (This program is undergoingrevision and not being offered currently.)Multimedia Arts:AnimationDigital ImagingDigital Video ArtsWeb Design and ProductionWriting for MultimediaSocial Services ParaprofessionalTravel/Tourism Industry:Adventure TravelAir TravelCruise IndustryGroup TravelInbound TravelEntry & Professional LevelsAdministration of Justice:CorrectionsPolice ScienceMerritt College12500 Campus DriveOakland, CA 94619(510) 531-4911Business:AccountingAdministrative AssistantAdministrative Office Systems and ApplicationsBusiness AdministrationBusiness Information ProcessingBusiness ManagementGeneral BusinessLegal Office AssistantOffice AdministratorRetail ClerkChild Development:Assistant TeacherAssociate TeacherEarly InterventionTeacherViolence Intervention and CounselingCommunity Social Services:Community Social ServicesSubstance AbuseComputer Information Systems:Internet ProgrammingPC Applications Help Desk SpecialistWeb Page AuthoringWeb PublishingEmergency Medical Technician IEnvironmental Management and Technology:Environmental Management and TechnologyEcological Restoration and Watershed ManagementGreen Building and Energy ManagementHuman Ecology, Policy, Planning andEnvironmental JusticeRanger/Naturalist Outdoor EducationUrban Farming and Agro EcologyFire Science (no formal award)Health Professions and Occupations:Healthcare InterpreterHuman ServicesLandscape Horticulture:Basic Landscape HorticultureIntermediate Landscape Design and ConstructionIntermediate Landscape and Parks MaintenanceIntermediate Nursery ManagementLandscape Design and Construction SpecialistLandscape and Parks Maintenance SpecialistNursery Management SpecialistMedical Assisting (no formal award)Nursing (Associate Degree)Nutrition and Dietetics:Dietary AssistantDietary Manager (Dietetic Service Supervisor)Dietetic TechnologyPathway II CertificateParalegal StudiesRadiologic ScienceReal EstateVocational Nursing

60CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS & DESCRIPTION OFCOURSESAreas of Study for Degrees & Certificates....... 61Instructional Divisions...................................... 62Course Information.......................................... 63Numbering System.......................................... 63SCANS Skills and Competencies.................... 63Prerequisites.................................................... 63Key to Symbols................................................ 63Department Abbreviations................................ 64Courses and Curriculum PatternsAfrican-American Studies.............................. 65Anthropology................................................. 66Apparel Design and Merchandising.............. 68Apprenticeship Program................................ 72Art.................................................................. 76Arts and Humanities...................................... 79Asian and Asian-American Studies............... 79Astronomy..................................................... 80Auto Body and Paint..................................... 81Automotive Technology................................. 83Aviation Maintenance Technology................. 89Aviation Operations....................................... 93Biology.......................................................... 94Business........................................................ 97Chemistry.................................................... 104Chinese....................................................... 106Communication........................................... 107Computer Information Systems................... 109Cooperative Work Experience Education....116Counseling...................................................117Dance...........................................................119Dental Assisting........................................... 121Diesel Mechanics........................................ 126Economics................................................... 130Education.................................................... 130English........................................................ 131English as a Second Language.................. 136Foreign Languages..................................... 139French......................................................... 140Geography.................................................. 141Geology....................................................... 142German....................................................... 143Health Education......................................... 144Health Professions and Occupations.......... 144History......................................................... 145Humanities.................................................. 149Learning Resources.................................... 152Liberal Arts and Sciences, General............. 155Library Information Studies......................... 161Mathematics................................................ 162Mexican and Latin-American Studies.......... 166Music........................................................... 168Natural Sciences......................................... 170Philosophy................................................... 171Physical Education...................................... 173Physical Science......................................... 176Physics........................................................ 177Political Science.......................................... 178Psychology.................................................. 180Social and Behavioral Sciences.................. 182Sociology..................................................... 182Spanish....................................................... 184Vietnamese................................................. 186

AREAS OF STUDY FOR DEGREES & CERTIFICATESAreas of Study for Degrees & Certificates61The following is a list of areas of study described inthis catalog for which Associate Degrees (AA/AS),Certificates of Achievement (CA), and Certificates ofProficiency (CP) are awarded:ADAMAFRAMANTHRARTAUTOBATECHAMTBIOLBUSCOMMCISDENTLDMECHENGLGEOGHISTHUMANLBARTApparel Design & Merchandising CA, AAAfrican-American Studies AAAnthropology AAArt AAAuto Body and Paint:• Auto Body CA, AS• Auto Paint CA, ASAutomotive Technology:• Engine Performance CA, AS• Chassis & Drivetrain CA, AS• Light Duty Auto Repair CP• Chassis Specialist CA, AS• Engine Repair Specialist CA, AS• Automotive Electronics Spec. CA, AS• Drivetrain Specialist CA, ASAviation Maintenance Technology:• Airframe Technician CA, AS• Powerplant Technician CA, ASBiology ASBusiness:• Accounting CP, AA• Business Administration CP, AA• Office Administration CA, AA• General Office Clerk CP• Word Processor CP• Small Business Administration CP• Legal Secretarial Studies CP• Office Administration for theLogistics Industry CPCommunication, AAComputer Information Systems:• Computer Information Systems CA,AA• Computer Applications-WeekendComputer College CP• Desktop Support Technician CP• Networking Administration CP• Programming CP• Web Publishing CPDental Assisting CA, ASDiesel Mechanics CA, ASEnglish AAGeography AAHistory AAHumanities AALiberal Arts AA• Arts & Humanities AA• Social & Behavioral Sciences AA• Natural Sciences AAMATHM/LATPHILPOSCIPSYCHSOCSPANMathematics ASMexican/Latin American Studies AAPhilosophy AAPolitical Science AAPsychology AASociology AASpanish AARefer to the Degrees and Programs section ofthe Catalog for requirements for Certificates ofAchievement, Certificates of Proficiency and theAssociate in Arts or Associate in Science degrees.Curriculum guides are available in the CounselingOffice to assist in program planning.

62 instructional divisionsInstructional DivisionsThe College offers its academic and occupational courses in the following disciplines through three instructionaldivisions:Division I(510) 748-2357Apparel Design & MerchandisingApprenticeshipAlameda Science & Technology Institute (ASTI)AstronomyAuto Body & PaintAutomotive TechnologyAviation High SchoolAviation Maintenance TechnologyAviation OperationsBiologyBusinessChemistryComputer Information SystemsCooperative EducationDental AssistingDiesel MechanicsEconomicsHealth Education & OccupationsPhysicsDivision II(510) 748-2373African-American StudiesAnthropologyArtAsian/Asian-American StudiesChineseCommunicationDanceEducationEnglishEnglish as a Second LanguageForeign LanguagesFrenchGeographyGeologyGermanHistoryHumanitiesLearning ResourcesLiberal Arts & SciencesLibrary Information SystemsMathematicsMexican/Latin American StudiesMusicPhilosophyPhysical EducationPolitical SciencePsychologySociologySpanishSpeech (now Communication)VietnameseD i v i s i o n I D e a n P e t e r S i m o nD i v i s i o n I I D e a n M a u r i c e J o n e s & s t a f f : B r e n d aL e w i s - F r a n k l i n , B a r b a r a B e l t r a n & K i m D i n h

Description of CoursesDescription of courses63Course InformationA list of courses with brief descriptions, groupedalphabetically by discipline, is presented on the followingpages. Due to low enrollment or to circumstancesbeyond the College’s control, some courses listed maynot be offered. Refer to the Schedule of Classes publishedeach semester for classes currently offered. Classesare scheduled during day and evening hours, and onSaturday.Numbering SystemCourse numbers do not necessarily correspond to thosefound in four-year colleges or universities.PrerequisitesCourse prerequisites are listed in detail before thecourse description. Students should be sure theymeet all prerequisites before enrolling in a course. Acomplete statement of the Peralta Community CollegeDistrict policy regarding prerequisites, co-requisites andrecommended preparation will be found on p. 194. Unlessa grade requirement is stated as a prerequisite, a passinggrade of 2.0 (“C”) or better in the prerequisite subject willmeet the requirement.Transfer and Associate degree courses are numbered1-199; Associate degree applicable, but not transferable,courses are numbered 200-249; non-Associate degreeapplicable courses are numbered 250-299; and noncreditcourses are numbered 300-900.Courses selected for transfer follow guidelines of theCalifornia State University system and the University ofCalifornia system. Independent colleges and universitiesmay accept any course(s) they deem appropriate.Students should consult their counselor in planningtheir programs.SCANS Skills and Competencies:College of Alameda’ s Curriculum Committee requiresall courses to include SCANS competencies. TheSecretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills(SCANS) was appointed by the Secretary of Labor todetermine the skills our students need to succeed in theworld of work. The Commission’s fundamental purposewas to encourage a high-performance economycharacterized by high-skill, high-wage employment.The primary objective of SCANS is to help teachers andstudents understand how curriculum and instructionmust change to enable students to develop high-performanceskills needed to succeed in the high- performanceworkplace. A high-performance workplacerequires workers who have a solid foundation in thebasic literacy and computational skills, in the thinkingskills necessary to put knowledge to work, and in thepersonal qualities that make workers dedicated andtrustworthy. High-performance workplaces also requireother competencies: the ability to manage resources, towork amicably and productively with others, to acquireand use information, to master complex systems, and towork with a variety of technologies.Key to SymbolsP/NP May be taken either for credit only,or for no credit.GR or P/NP May be taken for a grade, for creditonly, or for no credit.The decimal numbers which appear on the right handside of course titles are not intended for student use.They are included for staff use in curriculum planningand budgeting.

64Department AbbreviationsDescription of coursesAfrican-American Studies..................................AFRAMAnthropology......................................................ANTHRApparel Design & Merchandising.........................ADAMApprenticeship Program.......................................APPRArt........................................................................... ARTAsian/Asian-American Studies...........................ASAMEAstronomy.............................................................ASTRAuto Body & Paint.............................................. AUTOBAutomotive Technology...................................... ATECHAviation Maintenance Technology...........................AMTAviation Operations..............................................AVIAOBiology..................................................................... BIOBusiness.................................................................BUSChemistry.............................................................CHEMCommunication...................................................COMMComputer Information Systems............................... CISCooperative Work Experience Education..........COPEDHumanities........................................................ HUMANLearning Resources........................................... LRNRELiberal Arts & Sciences, General..........................LASGLibrary Information Systems.....................................LISMathematics......................................................... MATHMexican/Latin-American Studies......................... M/LATMusic...................................................................MUSICPhilosophy............................................................. PHILPhysical Education.....................................................PEPhysical Science................................................PHYSCPhysics..................................................................PHYSPolitical Science.................................................. POSCIPsychology.........................................................PSYCHSociology................................................................SOCSpanish.................................................................SPANSpeech - see Communication.............................COMMVietnamese............................................................ VIETDance.................................................................DANCEDental Assisting..................................................DENTLDiesel Mechanics.............................................. DMECHEconomics...........................................................ECONEducation............................................................. EDUCEngineering.........................................................ENGINEnglish..................................................................ENGLEnglish As A Second Language...............................ESLForeign Language.............................................. FLANGFrench...................................................................FRENGeography...........................................................GEOGGeology................................................................ GEOLGerman................................................................GERMHealth Education.................................................HLTEDHealth Professions & Occupations.................... HLTOCHistory.................................................................... HIST

african-american studies (afram)65African-American Studies(AFRAM)The AA degree in African-American Studies will beawarded upon satisfactory completion of the major courserequirements listed below and the General Educationrequirements for the Associate in Arts Degree listed inthe Degrees and Programs section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsAFRAM 30 African-American History: Africa to1865 3AFRAM 31 African-American History: 1865-1945 3AFRAM 32 African-American History: 1945 toPresent 3ENGL 31 African-American Literature 3PSYCH 18 Psychology of Minority Groups 3SOC 5 Sociology of Minority Groups 3Total Required Units: 18AFRAM 5The African-American Family in the UnitedStates3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCThe African-American family from Africa to America:Emphasis on male-female relationships and majorobstacles to African-American family growth anddevelopment in the United States. 2203.01AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4AFRAM 30African-American History: Africa to 18653 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Hist 50. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Hist50.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of the experience of African-Americans fromtheir origins to the end of the Civil War: Emphasis onpolitical, social and cultural development, and change.2203.01AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D, CSU American Institutions;IGETC area 4AFRAM 31African-American History: 1865-19453 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Hist 51. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Hist51.Acceptable for credit: CSU , UCSurvey of the experience of African-Americans in theUnited States from 1865 to 1945: Emphasis on BlackReconstruction, African-American nationalism, racism,and the impact of the Depression and World War II.2203.01AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D, CSU American Institutions;IGETC area 4AFRAM 32African-American History: 1945 to Present3-4 units, 3-4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Hist 52. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Hist52.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of the experience of African-Americans in theUnited States from 1945 to the present: Emphasis on theCivil Rights movement and other contemporary issues.2203.01AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4AFRAM 48AA-FZSelected Topics in African-American Studies.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 2203.01AFRAM 49Independent Study in African-AmericanStudies.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 2203.01AFRAM 248AA-FZSelected Topics in African-American Studies.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 2203.01

66 anthropology (anthr)ANTHROPOLOGY(ANTHR)What is Anthropology? It is the study of the biologicalbasis of human evolution, genetic variation within thehuman species and patterns of global cultural change.Studying Anthropology at College of Alameda exposesyou to cutting edge coursework looking at the evolutionof human biological structures, population genetics, andcultural selection factors, which contribute to humanvariation and change. We offer an Associate in Arts (AA)and an Associate in Science (AS) degree. Additionally,coursework from this department meets requirementsfor University of California (UC) and the CaliforniaState University (CSU) systems’ lower-division transfercredits, and also meets UC lower-division major andCSU general education requirements. We also give majorconsideration to contemporary bioscience trends andtheir consequent impact on health care and technologicalchange.Careers in anthropology include: anthropologist,archaeologist, artifacts conservator, curator, ethnologist,Foreign Service officer, immigration service official,international aid agencies official, international businessemployee, multicultural education instructor, museumcurator, park ranger, park service official, professor/teacher, refugee worker, researcher, social science teacher,social worker, travel consultant, and urban planner.The AA degree in Anthropology will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the major course requirementslisted below and the General Education requirementsfor the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsANTHR 1 Introduction to PhysicalAnthropology 3ANTHR 2 Introduction to Archaeology/Prehistory 3ANTHR 3 Introduction to Social and CulturalAnthropology 3Select 9 units from the following:ANTHR 5 American Indian History andCulture (3)orHIST 1 American Indian History andCulture (3)ART 8A Ethnic Arts of Middle America (3)ART 8B Ethnic Arts of Middle America (3)ASAME 45A Asian-American History to 1945 (3)ASAME 45B Asian-American History:1945-Present (3)BIOL 10 Introduction to Biology (4)HIST 2A History of European Civilization (3)HIST 2B History of European Civilization (3)HIST 7A History of the United States to 1877 (3)HIST 7BHIST 8AHIST 8BHistory of the United States since1865 (3)History of Latin-American Civilization(3)History of Latin-American Civilization(3)HIST 10A History of Africa (3)HIST 10B History of Africa (3)HIST 11 Vietnam: An American Tragedy (3)HIST 12 History and Culture of East Asia (3)HIST 17 History of the Mexican-American (3)HIST 53AHIST 53BHistory and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)HIST 55A History of the Philippines (3)HUMAN 51A* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2A* Latin-American Folklore (3)HUMAN 51B* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2B* Latin-American Folklore (3)HUMAN 51C* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2C* Latin-American Folklore (3)SOC 1 Introduction to Sociology (3)SOC 2 Social Problems (3)SOC 3 Sociology of Women (3) 9Total Required Units: 18*Credit limited to one course only.

anthropology (anthr)67ANTHR 1Introduction to Physical Anthropology3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of human beings and their ancestors: Emphasison relationships to other mammals, physical recordof evolution, and processes responsible for evolution.2202.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B2; IGETC area 5ANTHR 1LPhysical Anthropology Laboratory1 unit, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite or corequisite: Anthr 1Acceptable for credit: CSU , UCAdjunct laboratory to ANTHR 1: Emphasis on workingwith replicas of bones and visits to museums and zoos tostudy primate behavior and hominid evolution. 2202.00CSU area B3; IGETC area 5ANTHR 2Introduction to Archaeology and Prehistory3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCWorld prehistory as reconstructed from the archaeologicaland physical evidence of cultural beginnings throughthe early agricultural civilizations of Africa, Americaand Euro-Asia: Archaeological methods, techniques andproblems. 2202.20AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4ANTHR 3Introduction to Social and CulturalAnthropology3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCross-cultural analysis of social and cultural factors ofhuman behavior in the recent past and present. 2202.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4ANTHR 14American Mosaic: The Cultures of the UnitedStates3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of the cultures of the United States from theperspective of ethnic identity, ethnic relations, sex andgender, socio-economic class, religion, music and politics:Emphasis on anthropological methods and approachesto enhance exploration of the United States’ history andsocio-cultural lifeways. 2202.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4ANTHR 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Anthropology.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours lab (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 2202.00ANTHR 49Independent Study in Anthropology.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 2202.00ANTHR 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Anthropology.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours lab (GR or P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 2202.00ANTHR 5American Indian History and Culture3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Also offered as Hist 1. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Hist 1.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of North American Indians: Traditional waysof life and history both before and after contact withEuropeans; current trends in American Indian socioeconomicand cultural development. 2202.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4

68Apparel Design & Merchandising (ADAM)APPAREL DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING(ADAM)The Apparel Design and Merchandising (ADAM)Program offers fundamental and advanced trainingin apparel design and production. Our curriculum isindustry driven and meets current trends and technologyof an ever-expanding field.Individuals interested in pursuing a career in fashionmay earn a Certificate of Achievement within a twoyearperiod or an Associate in Arts (AA) degree uponcompletion of additional academic requirements. ADAMoffers an affordable education and the opportunity of acreative and financially stable career.“I received a great education at a fraction of the costwhen compared to other Bay Area design schools. Iearned my certificate in Fashion Design, graduatedwith no school debt and am now working for a topapparel company in the Bay Area!” - Beth C.The ADAM program is designed to prepare students forentry-level employment in the apparel industry. A studentwho successfully completes the requirements listedbelow will be eligible for a Certificate of Achievementin Apparel Design and Merchandising. The AA degreein Apparel Design and Merchandising will be awardedupon satisfactory completion of the major courserequirements listed below and the General Educationrequirements for the Associate in Arts Degree listed inthe Degrees and Programs section of this Catalog.During the first week of instruction, students willreceive a list of tools and materials which they areexpected to obtain.Degree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsADAM 101 Apparel Textiles 2ADAM 103 Apparel History 2ADAM 111 Apparel Design and Sketching I 2ADAM 112 Apparel Design and Sketching II 2ADAM 131 Apparel Construction I 4ADAM 132 Apparel Construction II 4ADAM 214 Advanced Design and LineDevelopment I 4ADAM 215 Advanced Design and LineDevelopment II 4ADAM 216 Production Pattern and SizeADAM 217Grading I 2Production Pattern and SizeGrading II 2ADAM 221 Pattern Drafting I 4ADAM 222 Pattern Drafting II 4ADAM 224 Pattern Draping I 2ADAM 225 Pattern Draping II 2ADAM 229 Portfolio Development I 2ADAM 230 Portfolio Development II 2Total Required Units: 44

Apparel Design & Merchandising (ADAM)69ADAM 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Apparel Design andMerchandising.5-9 units: 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1303.10ADAM 49Independent Study in Apparel Design andMerchandising.5-5 units: .5-5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1303.10ADAM 101Apparel Textiles2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to the components of fabrics: Emphasison the composition and relationship of fibers, yarns,construction, and finishes used in the creation of appareltextiles. 1303.10ADAM 103Apparel History2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUOverview of ethnic and fashion apparel history:Emphasis on historic costume as a source of influenceand inspiration to the clothing of current as well as pastcultures. 1303.10ADAM 111 (formerly 211)Apparel Design and Sketching I2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Engl 201A or ability tospeak, read, and write EnglishAcceptable for credit: CSUSurvey of the structure and relationship of thethree major divisions of the apparel industry – rawmaterials production, design and manufacturing,and retail merchandising: Beginning instruction infashion sketching with emphasis placed on accuratestandard body proportions and clearly defined apparelconstruction details needed to create sample-room worksketches. 1303.10ADAM 112 (formerly 212)Apparel Design and Sketching II2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 111Recommended preparation: Engl 201A or ability tospeak, read, and write EnglishAcceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of ADAM 111: Continuing sketch exercisesin various black and white and color media; executionof specific design projects with emphasis on theorganization of original design concepts within a varietyof assigned industry price, size, style and selling-seasoncategories. 1303.10ADAM 131 (formerly 231)Apparel Construction I4 units, 2 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Basic sewing skillsAcceptable for credit: CSUBasic industry apparel construction techniques:Application of industrial machine operations, handsewing methods, sequence of assembly, constructionand pressing methods and techniques used in apparelsample making, and volume production for variousprices categories; emphasis on casual and sportswearapparel. 1303.10ADAM 132 (formerly 232)Apparel Construction II4 units, 2 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 131Acceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of ADAM 131: Intermediate industryapparel construction techniques, practical application ofindustrial machine operations, hand sewing methods,sequence of assembly, under-construction and shaping,construction and pressing methods and techniques usedin apparel sample making, and volume productionfor various price categories; emphasis on tailored andevening wear apparel. 1303.10ADAM 210AMillinery3 units, 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Hand and machine sewingskillsCourse is not required for ADAM Certificate ofAchievement.Introduction to millinery: Design and blocking of feltand straw hats with emphasis on straw styling. 1303.10

70Apparel Design & Merchandising (ADAM)ADAM 210BMillinery3 units, 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 210ACourse is not required for ADAM Certificate ofAchievement.Continuation of ADAM 210A: Construction and finishingtechniques for delicate fabric hats such as velvet andsatin. 1303.10ADAM 210CMillinery3 units, 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 210BCourse is not required for ADAM Certificate ofAchievement.Continuation of ADAM 210B: Creation of draped hatsand advanced trim constructions. 1303.10ADAM 210DMillinery3 units, 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 210CCourse is not required for ADAM Certificate ofAchievement.Continuation of ADAM 210C: Construction techniquesfor hats with fake fur, feathers, and beading. 1303.10ADAM 214Advanced Design and Line Development I4 units, 2 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 212, 222, 225, and 232Apparel design and line development: Incorporatingskills and applications in designing, sketching, patterndevelopment, fitting, construction, pressing, costing,marketing and production analysis; wholesale samplegarments of student’s original design concepts inassigned categories. 1303.10ADAM 215Advanced Design and Line Development II4 units, 2 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 214Continuation of ADAM 214: Applications in designing,sketching, pattern development, fitting, construction,pressing, costing, marketing and production analysis;wholesale sample garments of student’s original designconcepts in assigned categories. 1303.10ADAM 216Production Pattern and Size Grading I2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 205 and 206Methods and applications in the development ofwholesale industrial production pattern making, sizegrading and marker making: Production in various style,size and price categories; introduction to the use of a sizegrading machine and computer technology. 1303.10ADAM 217Production Pattern and Size Grading II2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 216Continuation of ADAM 216: Continued developmentof wholesale industrial production pattern making, sizegrading and marker making; production in various style,size and price categories; use of a size grading machineand computer technology. 1303.10ADAM 220Apparel Design and Merchandising SpecialProjects Laboratory.5-2 units, 1.5-6 hours laboratory (P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseCourse is not required for ADAM Certificate ofCompletion.Course study under this section may be repeated threetimes for a maximum of 8 units.Open laboratory for working on selected projects:Provides the opportunity for development of expertisein specialized area(s). 1303.10ADAM 221Pattern Drafting I4 units, 2 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Basic sewing skills and/orADAM 224 and 231Two-dimensional method of apparel patternmaking:Basic drafting methods and techniques, sample patterndevelopment in paper, fit muslin development, andoriginal design creation conforming to industrialstandard-sized body forms. 1303.10ADAM 222Pattern Drafting II4 units, 2 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 221Continuation of ADAM 221: Two-dimensional method ofapparel patternmaking; intermediate drafting methodsand techniques, sample pattern development in paper,fit muslin development, and original design creationconforming to industrial standard-sized body forms.1303.10

Apparel Design & Merchandising (ADAM)71ADAM 224Pattern Draping I2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Basic sewing skills and/orADAM 221 and 231Three-dimensional method of apparel patternmaking:Basic draping methods and techniques, sample muslinpattern development including original design creation,fitting, and testing on industrial standard-sized bodyforms. 1303.10ADAM 225Pattern Draping II2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 224Continuation of ADAM 224: Continuing exercises inthree-dimensional method of apparel patternmaking;intermediate draping methods and techniques, samplemuslin pattern development on industrial standardsizedbody forms. 1303.10ADAM 229Portfolio Development I2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 212Computer-based applications in the development ofapparel portfolios: Basic methods and applications usingADOBE Illustrator and ADOBE Photoshop, continuationof sketching skills; emphasis on technical flats andpresentation croquis development. 1303.10ADAM 230Portfolio Development II2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 229Continuation of ADAM 229: Advanced computer-basedapplications in the development of apparel portfoliosusing ADOBE Illustrator and ADOBE Photoshop;emphasis on development of a finished fashion portfolioand resume presentation. 1303.10ADAM 234Custom Tailoring I3 units, 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Basic sewing skillsCourse is not required for ADAM Certificate ofCompletion.Introduction to custom tailoring: Beginning hand andmachine tailoring methods, techniques, and skills usedin the construction of apparel for men and women.1303.10ADAM 235Custom Tailoring II3 units, 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 234Course is not required for ADAM Certificate ofCompletion.Continuation of ADAM 234: Intermediate hand andmachine tailoring methods, techniques, and skills usedin the construction of apparel for men and women.1303.10ADAM 237Apparel Alterations I2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Basic sewing skillsApparel alteration techniques: Beginning hand andmachine apparel alteration techniques and skills;emphasis on women’s and men’s ready-to-wear apparel,measuring and fitting methods, design analysis andadjustments, de-construction and re-assembly process,apparel mending and repair, pressing, hemming andfinishing techniques. 1303.10ADAM 238Apparel Alteration II2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ADAM 237Continuation of ADAM 237: Continuing hand andmachine apparel alteration techniques and skills;emphasis on women’s and men’s tailored and specialtyand knit apparel, measuring and fitting methods, designanalysis and adjustments, de-construction and reassemblyprocess, apparel mending and repair, pressing,hemming and finishing techniques. 1303.10ADAM 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Apparel Design andMerchandising.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1303.10ADAM 250Custom Apparel Sewing2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (P/NP)Non-degree applicableCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes for a maximum of 8 units.Custom apparel cutting, fitting, sewing, pressing, andassembly methods and techniques: Appropriate selectionof retail patterns, fabrics, interfacings, trims and notions.1303.10

72APPRENTICESHIP(APPR)apprenticeship program (appr)Courses in related and supplemental instruction areoffered for apprentice indentured under the CaliforniaApprenticeship Law.APPR 401AAuto Body Repair2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto body repair:Introductory principles, hand and power tool usage,safety, oxyacetylene welding. 0949.01APPR 401BAuto Body Repair2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto body repair: MIGwelding, safety, proper uses theory; roughing, shaping,shrinking sheetmetal (metallurgy). 0949.01APPR 401CAuto Body Repair2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto body repair: Plasticfillers, plastics, fiberglass, urethane substrates. 0949.01APPR 401DAuto Body Repair2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto body repair: Automotiveglass and its installation, removal and adjustment; waterleaks, wind noise. 0949.01APPR 401EAuto Body Repair2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto body repair:Automotive construction types (unibody, conventionalframe, subframe). 0949.01APPR 401FAuto Body Repair2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto body repair: Gaugingand analyzing frame damage. 0949.01APPR 401GAuto Body Repair2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto body repair: Framestraightening and equipment methods. 0949.01APPR 401HAuto Body Repair2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto body repair: Estimatingdamages and repair costs. 0949.01APPR 405AAuto Painting2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto painting: Safety andhealth. 0949.02APPR 405BAuto Painting2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto painting: Paintequipment. 0949.02APPR 405CAuto Painting2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto painting: Paintpreparation. 0949.02APPR 405DAuto Painting2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto painting: Detailing.0949.02APPR 405EAuto Painting2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto painting: Colorapplication. 0949.02

apprenticeship program (appr)73APPR 405FAuto Painting2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto painting: Paint failures.0949.02APPR 405GAuto Painting2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto painting: Painting offlexible parts. 0949.02APPR 405HAuto Painting2.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Non-degree applicablePrinciples and techniques of auto painting: BAAQMDregulations for auto painting. 0949.02APPR 451Truck Mechanics Chassis System I6 units, 6 hours lecture (GR)Also offered as Dmech 11. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Dmech11.Non-degree applicableOperation, service, maintenance, and problem solving ofheavy-duty truck chassis systems: Clutches, transmission,rear axles, and front-end alignment; uses Internet- andfactory-based computerized research materials. 0947.01APPR 452Truck Mechanics Chassis Systems II6 units, 6 hours lecture (GR)Also offered as Dmech 12. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Dmech12.Non-degree applicableOperation, service, and maintenance of heavy-dutytruck brake and electrical systems: Emphasis on criticalthinking and problem solving of the air brake andelectrical systems, including computer diagnostics andcomputer on-board networking programs. 0947.01APPR 453Diesel Engines I4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Also offered as Dmech 14. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Dmech14.Non-degree applicableTheory and operation of truck diesel engines andrelated sub-systems: Newest available technology on thecommercial market. 0947.01APPR 454Diesel Engines II4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Also offered as Dmech 15. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Dmech15.Non-degree applicableAdvanced theory and operation of truck diesel enginesand related sub-systems: Newest available technologyon the commercial market. 0947.01APPR 471Introduction to Auto Mechanics4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Also offered as Atech 22. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Atech22.Non-degree applicableHow cars work: Construction and operation of engines,engine support systems, drivetrains and chassis; vehiclemaintenance services; shop procedures including safety,proper use of tools, equipment and shop manuals; howto write repair orders. 0948.01APPR 472Introduction to Automotive Electrical Systems4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Math 225 and Bus 208Also offered as Atech 26. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Atech26.Non-degree applicableIntroduction to automotive electrical systems: Electricaltheory, chassis wiring, batteries, cranking, charging, andignition systems; special emphasis placed on diagnosisand repair of vehicle chassis wiring. 0948.01APPR 473AComputer Controls and Fuel Injection4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Appr 482 or Atech 11Also offered as Atech 24A. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Atech24A.Non-degree applicableAutomotive computer-control and fuel-injection systems:Service and repair of computer-control and fuel-injectionsystems by all manufacturers, with emphasis on “handson”electronic testing and diagnostic procedures ofignition, fuel, emission-control, and generic electronicfuel-injection systems. 0948.01

74apprenticeship program (appr)APPR 473BComputer Controls and Fuel Injection4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Appr 473A or Atech 24AAlso offered as Atech 24B. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Atech24B.Non-degree applicableAutomotive computer-control and fuel-injection systems:Service and repair of computer-control and fuel-injectionsystems by all manufacturers, with emphasis on “handson”electronic testing and diagnostic procedures ofatmospheric and intake manifold injection for GeneralMotors, Ford and Chrysler manufacturers. 0948.01APPR 473CComputer Controls and Fuel Injection4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Appr 473B or Atech 24BAlso offered as Atech 24C. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Atech24C.Non-degree applicableAutomotive computer-control and fuel-injection systems:Service and repair of computer-control and fuel-injectionsystems by all manufacturers, with emphasis on “handson”electronic testing and diagnostic procedures ofturbo-charger controls and all common imported fuelinjectionsystems. 0948.01APPR 473DComputer Controls and Fuel Injection4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Appr 473C or Atech 24CAlso offered as Atech 24D. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Atech24D.Non-degree applicableAutomotive computer-control and fuel-injection systems:Service and repair of computer-control and fuel-injectionsystems by all manufacturers, with emphasis on “handson”electronic testing and diagnostic procedures ofautomatic transmission and brake computer controls,scanner usage and OBD (On Board Diagnostics), a seriesof federal government-mandated regulations whichrequire automobile manufacturers to monitor totalemissions output of vehicles more closely. 0948.01

apprenticeship program (appr)75APPR 481Computer Carburetion4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Not open for credit to students who have completedAtech 231.Non-degree applicableIntroduction to electronic computer-controlledcarburetion: Single-, dual- and four-barrel carburetors;nomenclature, circuit tracing, disassembly andreassembly, overhaul, adjustment and troubleshootingof carburetor systems; fuel safety, refining, fuel pumpsand tanks, engine operation and other related topics.0948.01APPR 482Introduction to Electronic Engine Controls4 units: 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Not open for credit to students who have completedAtech 232.Non-degree applicableCourse includes 60 hours of the required 120-hourtraining program necessary to take the California StateI/M license examination. Also see Appr 483.Introduction to the principles and operations of majorcomputerized electronic engine-control systems:Ignition, emission, and computer carburetor controls,and fuel-injection systems preparation for the CaliforniaState I/M license examination. 0948.01APPR 483Emission Control Systems4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Not open for credit to students who have completedAtech 233.Non-degree applicableCourse includes 60 hours of the required 120-hourtraining program necessary to take the California StateI/M license examination. Also see Appr 482.Familiarization with the California State Smog Checkprogram: Rules, regulations, vehicle testing, andoperations necessary to certify vehicles under theprogram; preparation for the California State I/M licenseexamination. 0948.01APPR 484Introduction to Brakes, Alignment andHeadlamp Aiming4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Also offered as Atech 234. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Atech234.Non-degree applicableIntroduction to brake, alignment, and headlamp aimingsystems: Operation, maintenance, troubleshooting,and adjustment of steering, suspension, braking, andheadlamp aiming systems; emphasis on proper use ofmanuals and safe use of tools and equipment; preparationfor the California State Brake and Lamp licensing exams.0948.01APPR 485Advanced Emissions Diagnostics: SmogCheck II2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Atech 24AAlso offered as Atech 27. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Atech27.Non-degree applicableFive-gas analysis using BAR 97: Advanced emissionsdiagnostics and related topics. 0948.01APPR 486Automotive Air Conditioning4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Also offered as Atech 23. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Atech23.Non-degree applicableStudy of automotive air conditioning systems:Principles and systems necessary for the installation,design, function, and repair of air conditioning units;maintenance, troubleshooting procedures, proper use ofair conditioning charging station and recovery/recycleequipment; emphasis on proper use of manuals and safeuse of tools and equipment. 0948.01

76 art (art)ART(ART)Art is the field in life and education that is expressive.Art is the characteristic way in which we reflect upon thehuman condition. Art is a means of shaping life as eachartist strives to change and make better this world. Art isone means of interrelating between people. Every workof art and design allows you entrance into a relationshipwith the artist and with others who experience the sameartistic impression, even if differently. Art is a primalway to express yourself, a way to design and constructour changing world, and as such it is a powerful force ofmoving the world to transformation!Art at College of Alameda is presented to you witha vision of transformation. We seek to offer you atransformative understanding of yourself, your world,and the depth of beauty around us. College of Alamedais dedicated to your growth through an exploration ofthe arts. We offer an Associate in Arts (AA) degree in art,and in each class there is a commitment to individualityand personal expression coupled with instruction byexperienced professionals.The field of art opens many paths for you! Collegeof Alameda offers strong fundamental skills andprogressive thought to help each student constructtheir journey. With advanced studies and commitmentin art, you might pursue careers which include:animator, artist, art critic, art educator, art historian,arts administrator, ceramicist, graphic artist/designer,multimedia developer, museum/gallery curator, painter,photographer/photojournalist, printmaker, sculptor,video producer, and/or web developer.The AA degree in Art will be awarded upon satisfactorycompletion of the major course requirements listedbelow and the General Education requirements forthe Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.

art (art)77Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsART 1 Introduction to Art History (3)orART 122 World Art (3) 3ART 20 Beginning Drawing and Composition 2ART 21 Continuing Drawing and Composition 2Select 11 units from the following:ART 8A Ethnic Arts of Middle America (3)ART 8B Ethnic Arts of Middle America (3)ART 50 Beginning Painting (2)ART 51 Continuing Painting (2)ART 52 Intermediate Painting (3)ART 53 Advanced Painting (3)ART 60 Beginning Painting: Watercolor (2)ART 61 Continuing Painting: Watercolor (2)ART 62 Intermediate Painting: Watercolor (3)ART 63 Advanced Painting: Watercolor (3) 11Total Required Units: 18ART 1Introduction to Art History3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to art purposes, principles and forms: Basicunderstanding of stylistic development and methodsof analysis with emphasis on twentieth century art.1001.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3ART 2History of Ancient Art (Prehistoric to 1100 A.D.)3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of major visual art forms of early civilizations:Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Aegean, Greek, Roman,Early Christian, and Byzantine painting, sculpture, andarchitecture. 1001.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3ART 3History of Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque Art(1100-1800 A.D.)3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCMajor visual art forms of Western cultures duringMedieval, Renaissance, Baroque and Rococo periods:Survey of the foremost artists and their works. 1001.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3ART 4History of Modern Art (1800 to Present)3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCMajor visual art forms and movements of the nineteenthand twentieth centuries: Concentration on the foremostpainters, sculptors, and architects of the modern periodand their works. 1001.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3ART 8AEthnic Arts of Middle America3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory and appreciation of the civilization and arts inCentral America: Emphasis on aesthetic achievementsand styles of the major cultures including Olmec,Teotihuacan, Toltec, Zapotec and Aztec. 1001.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3ART 8BEthic Arts of Middle America3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory and appreciation of the civilization and arts inCentral America: Emphasis on aesthetic achievementsand styles of the major cultures including Olmec,Teotihuacan, Toltec, Zapotec and Mayan. 1001.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3ART 20Beginning Drawing and Composition2-3 units, 1-2 hours lecture, 3-4 hours laboratory (GR orP/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCFreehand drawing with various media: Drawingtechniques and fundamentals of composition applied tosubject matter including an introduction to perspective.1002.10ART 21Continuing Drawing and Composition2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSpecial problems of composition and drawing techniquesin relation to drawing as a fine art: Study of form in blackand white and in color. 1002.10ART 41Basic Design2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated onetime.Fundamental elements of design: Dot, line, plane, volume,space, color, texture, and light; laboratory experiencein visual composition and layout emphasizing twodimensionaldesign. 1002.10ART 42Intermediate Design: Color2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudio problems in color and design: Emphasis on theuse of color in visual composition; may include two- andthree-dimensional design in a variety of media. 1002.10

78 art (art)ART 43Advanced Design: Color2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of ART 42 exploring problems in visualcomposition: Emphasis on the interaction of color andform; may include two-dimensional and/or threedimensionaldesign. 1002.10ART 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Art.5-5 units: 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1002.00ART 49Independent Study in Art.5-5 units: .5-5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1002.00ART 50Beginning Painting2-3 units, 1-2 hours lecture, 3-4 hours laboratory (GR orP/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCBasic techniques of oil or acrylic painting: Preparation anduse of canvas and supports, color mixing, compositionin a variety of styles, development of imaginative andobjective images. 1002.10ART 51Continuing Painting2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of ART 50: Emphasis on compositionusing oils, acrylics, and mixed media; may include livemodels. 1002.10ART 52Intermediate Painting3 units, 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of ART 51: Emphasis on more independentand complex activities and projects. 1002.10ART 53Advanced Painting3 units, 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of ART 52: Emphasis on developinggreater clarity in personal imagery and painting style;development of a professional portfolio. 1002.10ART 60Beginning Painting: Watercolor2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCFundamentals of washes, brushwork, color, andspecial effects: Transparent, wet-into-wet, and opaquetechniques as applied to various subject matter. 1002.10ART 61Continuing Painting: Watercolor2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinued development of skills, techniques, and contentin watercolor painting: Creative experimentation andindividual expression in watercolor painting processes.1002.10ART 62Intermediate Painting: Watercolor3 units, 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntermediate level development of skills, techniques, andcontent in watercolor painting: Creativity, composition,and individual expression through watercolortechniques emphasized; concentrated work in specificareas. 1002.10ART 63Advanced Painting: Watercolor3 units, 2 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCAdvanced watercolor painting skills, techniques, andcontent: Individual goals designed by student withinstructor with concentration on a series of paintings forpossible exhibition or portfolio presentation. 1002.10ART 122World Art3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of the origins and development of the painting,sculpture, architecture, artifacts of the great civilizationsfrom around the world. 1002.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1ART 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Art.5-5 units: 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1002.00

ARTS AND HUMANITIES – asian/asian-american studies (asame)ARTS AND HUMANITIESSee listing for Liberal Arts with Emphasis in Arts andHumanities.ASIAN and ASIAN-AMERICANSTUDIES(ASAME)79ASAME 45AAsian-American History to 19453 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCAsian-American history from the Pre-Columbianperiod to 1945: The “old” Asian immigrants and theirexperiences: Labor, settlement, community, racistopposition, and eventual acceptance. 2203.02AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4ASAME 45BAsian-American History from 1945 to thePresent3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Asame 45A is not a prerequisite to Asame 45B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCAsian-American history from 1945 to the present: The“new” Asian immigration, assimilation, Asian-Americanempowerment, and community development. 2203.02AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4

80astronomy (astr)ASTRONOMY(ASTR)ASTR 1Introduction to Astronomy3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Math 201 or 210D, and 202Not open for credit to students who have completed orare concurrently enrolled in Astr 10.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to the universe and insight into its mysteries:Development of modern astronomy, light, astronomicalinstruments, a brief survey of the solar system, the Sun,the stars, novas and supernovas, neutron stars, blackholes, galaxies, and cosmology. 1911.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1; IGETC area 5

AUTO BODY AND PAINT(AUTOB)auto body & Paint (autob)81The Auto Body and Paint program prepares students toenter the job market as trained and qualified technicians,and allows students to continue toward a Baccalaureatedegree in advanced schools of technology, as teachersor to broaden their skills in management, design orbusiness. Lecture and laboratory instruction coverssafety, trade ethics, use of hand and power tools, as wellas theory, repair and painting of automobiles.Upon registering for a class in the Auto Body and Paintprogram, the student will receive a list of required basictools. The student will be expected to provide toolsthat relate to the particular course in which he/she hasenrolled. The purpose of this requirement is to assurethat students graduating from the program who wish toenter the trade possess the necessary tools.The AS degree will be awarded upon satisfactorycompletion of the major course requirements listed belowfor each option and the General Education requirementsfor the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.A Certificate of Achievement in Auto Body will beawarded to those students completing a minimum of 27units as outlined below with a 2.0 GPA.A Certificate of Achievement in Auto Paint will beawarded to those students completing a minimum of 27units as outlined below with a 2.0 GPA.Auto BodyDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsAUTOB 10 Basic Auto Body Repair Concepts 10AUTOB 20 Advanced Repair Concepts 10MATH 225 Math for Technicians (or higher) 3ATECH 26 Introduction to Auto Electric Systems 4Total Required Units: 27Auto PaintDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsAUTOB 30 Paint Preparation/Equipment 10AUTOB 40 Advanced Study/Refinishing 10MATH 225 Math for Technicians (or higher) 3ATECH 26 Introduction to Auto Electric Systems 4Total Required Units: 27AUTOB 10Basic Auto Body Repair Concepts10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Autob 12Acceptable for credit: CSUBasic techniques of auto body repair: Repair of collisiondamagedautomobiles, and power tools and welding andcutting equipment used in the collision repair industry;emphasis on the “invisible” repair. 0949.00AUTOB 12Service Welding for Transportation Technology2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUTransportation welding technology: Basic techniquesof welding; safety, set-up, and operational proceduresperformed in Oxyacetylene, MIG, and weldingoperations. 0949.00AUTOB 20Advanced Auto Body Repair Concepts10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Autob 10Acceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced techniques of auto body repair: State-of-theartmeasuring systems and frame pulling techniques,safe and efficient use of hydraulic equipment; analysis ofthe repair or replacement of sheetmetal, fiberglass, andSMC panels; cost estimating of damage repairs usingcomputerized or printed manuals. 0949.00

82 auto body & Paint (autob)AUTOB 30Basic Methods of Paint Preparation andEquipment10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to automotive refinishing: Theory,principles, techniques, equipment requirements,and legal responsibilities for the safe application ofautomotive finishes. 0949.00AUTOB 40Advanced Study in Refinishing10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Autob 30Acceptable for credit: CSUMethodology and associated skills to perform spot,panel, and complete refinishing of substrates: Catalyzedand non-catalyzed materials and their safe usage; causes,cures and prevention of paint failures; custom finishesand their usage. 0949.00AUTOB 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Auto Body and Paint.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 0949.00AUTOB 49Independent Study in Auto Body and Paint.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 0949.00AUTOB 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Auto Body and Paint.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0949.00

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY(ATECH)automotive technology (atech)83The Automotive Technology curriculum is designed toprepare students for employment as apprentice automechanics or to allow students to continue towarda Baccalaureate degree in other advanced schools oftechnology in preparation for future management andteaching careers in the automotive industry.The College of Alameda ATECH program is certified bythe National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence(ASE), and was recognized as the “Best Auto MechanicsTraining Program” in California in 1999 and again in2002 by the Industry Planning Council of the MotorVehicle Manufacturers Association. College of Alamedais also part of the Toyota Associates Program, providingCollege of Alameda ATECH students with specializedToyota training and affording them special opportunitiestowards job placement in local Toyota dealerships.Instruction covers safety, trade ethics, use of hand andpower tools, as well as the theory, repair and testing ofautomobiles and their components. Special emphasisis placed on the diagnosis and repair of electronic andcomputer control systems in late model automobiles.Upon registering for a class in the automotive majorarea, a student will receive a list of required basic tools.The student will be expected to purchase tools thatrelate to the course in which he/she has enrolled. Thepurpose of this requirement is to assure that all studentsgraduating from the program possess tools in a quantitysufficient for trade entry as an apprentice.Upon graduating with an Associate in Science (AS)degree, the beginning apprentice will have the unionfour-year night school requirement waived. The graduatewith only a Certificate of Achievement will have twoof the required four years of night school waived. TheNational Institute for Automotive Service Excellence(ASE) will give one-year experience credit for the twoyearprogram towards the ASE certification program inAuto Mechanics.Confer with the division counselor for the specific coursepattern of requirements and prerequisites. Students maynot take more than one of the following 10-unit “major”courses in a single semester: ATECH 10, 11, 12, 14, 15,40, 41, 42, and 45. Priority for enrollment in any “major”class will be given to students with the most seniorityin the program. A minimum grade of “C” in ATECH 21and 26 may be required for enrollment in a student’s first“major’ course.Associate in Science (AS) Degree and Certificate ofAchievement Programs:It is recommended that these courses be completed priorto enrollment in any of the “major” Auto Mechanicsclasses:• Completion of ENGL 268A-268B or ESL 253A-253B,or equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.• One year of high school algebra or completion ofMATH 225 with a grade of “C” or better.The AS degree will be awarded upon satisfactorycompletion of the major course requirements listed belowfor each option and the General Education requirementsfor the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.A Certificate of Achievement will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the major course requirementslisted below for each option with a minimum GPA of 2.0.A Certificate of Proficiency in Light-Duty Auto Repairis also available upon satisfactory completion of therequired courses listed below.Engine PerformanceDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsFIRST SEMESTERATECH 21 Transportation Technology Principles 4ATECH 22 Introduction to Auto Mechanics 4BUS 208* Communication Skills for Technicians 3MATH 225* Math for Technicians 3Semester Total 14SECOND SEMESTERATECH 11 Engines and Fuel Systems 10Semester Total 10THIRD SEMESTERATECH 12 Electrical/Electronic Systems 10ATECH 24A-D** Computer Controls and Fuel Injection 4Semester Total 14FOURTH SEMESTERATECH 14** Advanced Engine Performance 10ATECH 25** Clean Air Course, Phase II 4ATECH 27** Advanced Emissions Diagnostics:Smog Check II 2Semester Total 16Total Required Units: 54*Candidates for the AS Degree should take additionalMathematics and English classes required for that degree.**Atech 11 is a prerequisite for Atech 24. Atech 11 and Atech

84 automotive technology (atech)12 are prerequisites for Atech 14 and 25. Atech 24A is aprerequisite for Atech 27.Chassis and DrivetrainDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsFIRST SEMESTERATECH 21 Transportation Technology Principles 4ATECH 22 Introduction to Auto Mechanics 4BUS 208* Communication Skills for Technicians 3MATH 225* Math for Technicians 3Semester Total 14SECOND SEMESTERATECH 10 Automotive Chassis 10ATECH 26 Auto Electrical Systems 4Semester Total 14THIRD SEMESTERATECH 15 Drivetrain/Transmissions 10ATECH 23 Automotive Air Conditioning 4Semester Total 14Total Required Units: 42*Candidates for the AS Degree should take additionalMathematics and English classes required for that degree.Chassis SpecialistDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsFIRST SEMESTERATECH 21 Transportation Technology Principles 4ATECH 22 Introduction to Auto Mechanics 4BUS 208* Communication Skills for Technicians 3MATH 225* Math for Technicians 3Semester Total 14SECOND SEMESTERATECH 10 Automotive Chassis 10Semester Total 10THIRD SEMESTERATECH 40 Advanced Automotive Chassis 10Semester Total 10Total Required Units: 34Engine Repair SpecialistDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsFIRST SEMESTERATECH 21 Transportation Technology Principles 4ATECH 22 Introduction to Auto Mechanics 4BUS 208* Communication Skills for Technicians 3MATH 225* Math for Technicians 3Semester Total 14SECOND SEMESTERATECH 12 Automotive Electrical and ElectronicSystems 10Semester Total 10THIRD SEMESTERATECH 42 Advanced Automotive Electronics 10Semester Total 10Total Required Units: 34*Candidates for the AS Degree should take additionalMathematics and English classes required for that degree.Automotive ElectronicsSpecialistDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsFIRST SEMESTERATECH 21 Transportation Technology Principles 4ATECH 22 Introduction to Auto Mechanics 4BUS 208* Communication Skills for Technicians 3MATH 225* Math for Technicians 3Semester Total 14SECOND SEMESTERATECH 12 Electrical/Electronic Systems 10Semester Total 10THIRD SEMESTERATECH 42 Advanced Auto Electronics 10Semester Total 10Total Required Units: 34*Candidates for the AS Degree should take additionalMathematics and English classes required for that degree.*Candidates for the AS Degree should take additionalMathematics and English classes required for that degree.

automotive technology (atech)85Drivetrain SpecialistDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsFIRST SEMESTERATECH 21 Transportation Technology Principles 4ATECH 22 Introduction to Auto Mechanics 4BUS 208* Communication Skills for Technicians 3MATH 225* Math for Technicians 3Semester Total 14SECOND SEMESTERATECH 15 Drivetrain/Transmissions 10Semester Total 10THIRD SEMESTERATECH 45 Adv Automotive Transaxles 10Semester Total 10Total Required Units: 34*Candidates for the AS Degree should take additionalMathematics and English classes required for that degree.Light-Duty Auto RepairStudents completing the following required courses willbe eligible for the Certificate of Proficiency in Light-Duty Auto Repair. Confer with a counselor or divisiondean concerning the specific pattern of requirements forthis program.Certificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsATECH 22 Introduction to Auto Mechanics 4ATECH 26 Introduction to Automotive ElectricalSystems 4ATECH 24A Computer Controls and Fuel Injection 4ATECH 234 Introduction to Brakes, Alignment andHeadlamp Aiming 4Total Required Units: 16ATECH 10Automotive Chassis10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to automotive chassis systems: Principlesof automotive brake and suspension systems, wheelbalance, tire service, suspension and headlampalignment; maintenance, troubleshooting procedures,and proper use of alignment and balancing machines,brake lathes and other diagnostic equipment; diagnosis,disassembly, inspection, and rebuilding of suspensionand brake systems; emphasis on proper use of manualsand safe use of tools and equipment; preparation for CAState Brake and Lamp licensing exams. 0948.00ATECH 11Engines, Fuel and Ignition Systems10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Acceptable for credit: CSUPrinciples of automotive engines, fuel and ignitionsystems: Tool and equipment safety, maintenanceprocedures, use of diagnostic equipment, minor headand block machining; diagnosis, disassembly, inspection,and rebuilding of engines, fuel and ignition systems.0948.00ATECH 12Automotive Electrical and Electronic Systems10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and BUS 208Eligible for credit by examination.Acceptable for credit: CSUBasic electrical theory and the function, diagnosis,and repair of modern automotive electrical systems:Emphasis on the use of instrumentation in the diagnosisof electrical circuits and component failures. 0948.00ATECH 14Advanced Engine Performance (Clean AirCourse, Phase I)10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Atech 11 and 12Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Course includes 22 of the 120 hours of training mandatedby the California State Smog Inspection program.Eligible for credit by examination.Acceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced engine performance principles andprocedures: Generic computer and fuel-injectioncontrols and emission-control systems; preparationfor the ASE Engine Performance examination, as wellas partial preparation for the California State Test andRepair Technician examination. 0948.00ATECH 15Drivetrain and Automatic Transmissions10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Acceptable for credit: CSUTheory, operation, diagnosis, repair and maintenance ofdrivetrain and automatic transmissions: Single dry-discclutches, manual transmissions/transaxles, universaljoints, final drives, and hydraulically-controlledautomatic transmissions and transaxles. 0948.00

86 automotive technology (atech)ATECH 21Transportation Technology Principles4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Recommended preparation: Math 225 and Engl 250A-DAcceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to materials, mechanics, fluids, heatand electricity: Applications of physical principles tomotor vehicle systems and repair; practice researchinginformation in technical publications. 0948.00ATECH 22Introduction to Auto Mechanics4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Also offered as Appr 471. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Appr471.Acceptable for credit: CSUHow cars work: Construction and operation of engines,engine support systems, drivetrains and chassis; vehiclemaintenance services; shop procedures including safety,proper use of tools, equipment and shop manuals; howto write repair orders. 0948.00ATECH 23Automotive Air Conditioning4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Also offered as Appr 486. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Appr486.Acceptable for credit: CSUStudy of automotive air conditioning systems:Principles and systems necessary for the installation,design, function, and repair of air conditioning units;maintenance, troubleshooting procedures, proper use ofair conditioning charging station and recovery/recycleequipment; emphasis on proper use of manuals and safeuse of tools and equipment. 0948.00ATECH 24AComputer Controls and Fuel Injection4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Atech 11 or Appr 482Also offered as Appr 473A. Not open for credit tostudents who have completed or are currently enrolledin Appr 473A.Acceptable for credit: CSUAutomotive computer-control and fuel-injection systems:Service and repair of computer-control and fuel-injectionsystems by all manufacturers, with emphasis on “handson”electronic testing and diagnostic procedures ofignition, fuel, emission-control, and generic electronicfuel-injection systems. 0948.00ATECH 24BComputer Controls and Fuel Injection4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Atech 24A or Appr 473AAlso offered as Appr 473B. Not open for credit tostudents who have completed or are currently enrolledin Appr 473B.Acceptable for credit: CSUAutomotive computer-control and fuel-injection systems:Service and repair of computer-control and fuel-injectionsystems by all manufacturers, with emphasis on “handson”electronic testing and diagnostic procedures ofatmospheric and intake manifold injection for GeneralMotors, Ford, and Chrysler manufacturers. 0948.00ATECH 25Clean Air Course Phase II4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Atech 11 and 12Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Eligible for credit by examination.Acceptable for credit: CSUCourse covers the second phase of the 120-hour CleanAir Course required by California’s Biennial Inspectionand Maintenance Program (“Smog Check Program”).Successful completion of the 120 hours of trainingqualifies the student to take the Test and RepairTechnician examination.Advanced engine performance principles andprocedures: Carburetor/low-emission adjustments,spark controls, positive crankcase ventilation and fuelevaporation systems, thermostatic air cleaners, exhaustgas recirculation, air injection and catalytic convertersystems, administrative rules, inspection procedures,nitrates of oxide (Nox) readings, and computercontrolledtesting. 0948.00ATECH 26Introduction to Automotive Electrical Systems4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Math 225 and Bus 208Also offered as Appr 472. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Appr472.Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to automotive electrical systems: Electricaltheory, chassis wiring, batteries, cranking, charging, andignition systems; special emphasis placed on diagnosisand repair of vehicle chassis wiring. 0948.00

automotive technology (atech)87ATECH 27Advanced Emissions Diagnostics: SmogCheck II2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Atech 24AAlso offered as Appr 485. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Appr485.Eligible for credit by examination.Acceptable for credit: CSUFive-gas analysis using BAR 97: Advanced emissionsdiagnostics and related topics. 0948.00ATECH 32Toyota Electrical & Electronic Systems10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Math 225 or equivalentA study of basic electrical theory and the function,diagnosis, and repair of modern automotive electricalsystems, with emphasis on Toyota vehicles and systems.Emphasis is placed on the use of instrumentation in thediagnosis of electrical circuits and component failures.0948.00ATECH 40Advanced Automotive Chassis10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Atech 10Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Acceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced and in-depth study of automotive brakeand suspension systems, wheel balance, tire service,and suspension alignment: Tool and equipment safety;maintenance and troubleshooting procedures; properuse of alignment and balancing machines, brake lathes,and other diagnostic equipment; diagnosis, disassembly,inspection, and rebuilding of suspension and brakesystems; emphasis on proper use of manuals and safeuse of tools and equipment. 0948.00ATECH 41Advanced Engine Repair10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Atech 11Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Acceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced principles of automotive engine construction,design, and repair: Tool and equipment safety, useof diagnostic equipment, advanced head and blockdiagnosis, repair and machining; diagnosis, disassembly,inspection, reconditioning, and rebuilding of engines;troubleshooting engine problems. 0948.00

88 automotive technology (atech)ATECH 42Advanced Automotive Electronics10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Atech 12Recommended preparation: Atech 21 and 22 and Math225 and Bus 208Eligible for credit by examination.Acceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced diagnosis and repair techniques for modernautomotive electrical systems: Stresses heavy use ofinstrumentation in the diagnosis of electrical circuitryand component failure. 0948.00ATECH 45Advanced Automotive Transaxles andTransmissions10 units, 6 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Atech 15Acceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced automotive transaxle and transmissiontheory: Theory of operation, diagnosis, and servicetechniques on a variety of computer-controlled automatictransmissions and transaxles for imported and domesticpassenger vehicles or light trucks. 0948.00ATECH 235ASE L1 Alternative1.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Short-term courseEligible for credit by examination.Analysis of five gases; diagnosis of emission failure;ignition, computerized powertrain controls, and I/Mfailure diagnosis. 0948.00ATECH 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Auto Mechanics.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0948.00ATECH 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Automotive Technology.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 0948.00ATECH 49Independent Study in Automotive Technology.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 0948.00ATECH 234Introduction to Brakes, Alignment andHeadlamp Aiming4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Also offered as Appr 484. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Appr484.Introduction to brake, alignment, and headlamp aimingsystems: Operation, maintenance, troubleshooting,and adjustment of steering, suspension, braking, andheadlamp aiming systems; emphasis on proper use ofmanuals and safe use of tools and equipment; preparationfor the California State Brake and Lamp licensing exams.0948.00

aviation MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY (AMT)AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY(AMT)89The Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) programat College of Alameda provides the opportunityfor students to qualify for the Federal AviationAdministration (FAA) Airframe and PowerplantCertificate upon successful completion of our two-yearDiamond Award-winning program. An airframe andpowerplant mechanic (A&P) is certified and responsibleto inspect and maintain aircraft. Job opportunities areavailable literally all over the world.The aviation program is offered at the College ofAlameda aviation facility located at the north end ofthe Oakland International Airport. Our state-of-the-artfacility includes twelve aircraft, aircraft system mockuptrainers, and a computer lab with a computer assignedto each student. This is a two-year evening-only programthat runs five days a week, six hours a night. All F.A.A.testing is done on site. Mandatory attendance is requiredfor this program to comply with F.A.A. regulations. Anytime missed must be made up. The AMT student willneed to purchase approximately $600 dollars worth oftools during the course of this program.The AMT faculty and staff are dedicated to helpingeach and every student through this program. Collegeof Alameda graduates are recognized throughout theaviation industry for their acquired skills and knowledge.In partnership with Oakland public schools the COA -AMT program also is affiliated with an Aviation HighSchool. This charter high school prepares the high schoolstudent not only for a high school diploma, but also fortheir FAA airframe certificate. Feel free to visit us atanytime, ask questions, and tour the aviation facility.Come join us for an exciting career in aviation.Evening Program – Airframe and PowerplantThere is an evening program for both the Airframe andPowerplant certificates in which each class is a nine-weekcourse offered five nights a week. There is a lecture courseand a laboratory course offered each night. By enrollingin both courses the student may complete the programin two years. If the student has a time constraint onlyone class may be taken each night with a correspondingaddition of time required to complete the program.Regular attendance is mandatory for AMT students.Students are required to clock in and out for courses andmust meet minimum time requirements for each classto receive credit for the course since the course is FAAapproved and meets FAA regulations. Students shouldonly enroll if they can meet the published schedule.Students will need to accumulate approximately $800worth of tools and equipment during the program. Inaddition students will be required to purchase textbooksand other publications.Afternoon Program – Airframe OnlyThere is an alternative Afternoon Program option forthe Airframe certificate numbered in the AMT 80 courseseries in which each class is a nine-week course offeredfive afternoons a week. Completion of this alternativesequence also qualifies the student for certification as anAirframe Technician. The same enrollment conditionsapply as for the Evening Program.Courses for the Evening and the Afternoon Programscannot be mixed. Students must choose either theEvening Program course sequence or the AfternoonProgram course sequence.The AS degree will be awarded upon satisfactorycompletion of the major course requirements for eachoption and the General Education requirements listed inthe Degrees and Programs section of this Catalog.The Airframe and Powerplant Certificates ofAchievement curricula include theory and practicalexperience in construction, inspection, overhaul, repair,and maintenance of aircraft structures, systems, andpowerplants. The program is approved by the FederalAviation Administration. Upon completion of eachcourse with a minimum grade of “C,” the student willbe eligible to apply for the FAA examination for theAirframe and Powerplant license.AirframeDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Evening Program Sequence:Dept/No. Title UnitsAMT 56L Basic Science of Aviation MaintenanceTechnology 3.0AMT 56 Basic Science of Aviation MaintenanceTechnology 6.5AMT 58L Survey of Aviation MaintenanceTechnology 3.0AMT 58 Survey of Aviation MaintenanceTechnology 6.5AMT 62L Airframe Systems I 3.0AMT 62 Airframe Systems I 6.5AMT 64L Airframe Systems II 3.0AMT 64 Airframe Systems II 6.5AMT 66L Airframe Systems and Review 3.0AMT 66 Airframe Systems and Review 6.5Total Required Units: 43.0OR Afternoon Program Sequence:

90 aviation MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY (AMT)Dept/No. Title UnitsAMT 80 Aircraft Component Inspection I 3.0AMT 81 Aircraft Component Inspection II 3.0AMT 82 Aircraft Component Inspection III 3.0AMT 83 Aircraft Component Repair I 5.5AMT 84 Aircraft Component Repair II 5.5AMT 85 Aircraft Component Repair III 3.0AMT 86 Advanced Aircraft ComponentInspection I 8.5AMT 87 Advanced Aircraft ComponentInspection II 8.5AMT 88 Advanced Aircraft ComponentInspection III 3.0Total Required Units: 43.0PowerplantDegree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsAMT 56L Basic Science of Aviation MaintenanceTechnology 3.0AMT 56 Basic Science of Aviation MaintenanceTechnology 6.5AMT 58L Survey of Aviation MaintenanceTechnology 3.0AMT 58 Survey of Aviation MaintenanceTechnology 6.5AMT 70L Theory of Powerplants I 3.0AMT 70 Theory of Powerplants I 5.0AMT 74L Theory of Powerplants II 3.0AMT 74 Theory of Powerplants II 5.0AMT 76L Theory of Advanced Powerplants I 3.0AMT 76 Theory of Advanced Powerplants I 5.0AMT 78L Theory of Advanced Powerplants II 3.0AMT 78 Theory of Advanced Powerplants II 5.0Total Required Units: 51.0Recommended:AMT 270, Aviation Maintenance Technology Preparation (1-3)(if needed)AMT 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Aviation Maintenance.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 0950.00AMT 49Independent Study in Aviation Maintenance.5-5 units: .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 0950.00AMT 56Basic Science of Aviation MaintenanceTechnology6.5 units, 6.5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to maintenance of both large and smallaircraft: Rivet installation, basic shop math and physics,aircraft structures, aerodynamics, basic electricity,cleaning and corrosion control; and Federal AviationAdministration regulation, Part 65, Appendix D.0950.00AMT 56LBasic Science of Aviation MaintenanceTechnology3 units, 9 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to maintenance of both large and smallaircraft: Rivet installation, basic shop math and physics,aircraft structures, aerodynamics, basic electricity, andcleaning and corrosion control. 0950.00AMT 58Survey of Aviation Maintenance Technology6.5 units, 6.5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSurvey of aviation maintenance technology: FederalAviation Administration regulations, weight andbalance, non-destructive testing, aircraft drawings, fluidlines and fittings, maintenance publications and formsand records, materials and processes, ground operations,aircraft finishes, and plastic and bonded structures.0950.00AMT 58LSurvey of Aviation Maintenance Technology3 units, 9 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSurvey of aviation maintenance technology: FederalAviation Administration regulations, weight andbalance, non-destructive testing, aircraft drawings, fluidlines and fittings, maintenance publications and formsand records, materials and processes, ground operations,aircraft finishes, and plastic and bonded structures.0950.00AMT 62Airframe Systems I6.5 units, 6.5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to airframe systems: Advanced airframeelectrical systems, sheet metal structures; aircraftinstrument, cabin environmental control, ice and raincontrol, and pneumatic systems. 0950.10

aviation MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY (AMT)91AMT 62LAirframe Systems I3 units, 9 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to airframe systems: Advanced airframeelectrical systems, sheet metal structures; aircraftinstrument, cabin environmental control, ice and raincontrol, and pneumatic systems. 0950.10AMT 64Airframe Systems II6.5 units, 6.5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of airframe systems: Assembly and rigging;hydraulic, fuel, and landing gear systems. 0950.10AMT 64LAirframe Systems II3 units, 9 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of airframe systems: Assembly and rigging;hydraulic, fuel, and landing gear systems. 0950.10AMT 66Airframe Systems and Review3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUReview in preparation for the Federal AviationAdministration examination: Airframe, communicationand navigation, and take-off warning systems; welding,and airframe inspection. 0950.10AMT 66LAirframe Systems and Review2 units, 6 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUReview in preparation for the Federal AviationAdministration examination: Airframe, communicationand navigation, and take-off warning systems; welding,and airframe inspection. 0950.10AMT 70Theory of Powerplants I5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUBasic powerplant theory and systems: Reciprocatingengine overhaul, operation, installation and removal;powerplant lubrication, and engine fuel and coolingsystems. 0950.20AMT 70LTheory of Powerplants I2.5 units, 7.5 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUBasic powerplant theory and systems: Reciprocatingengine overhaul, operation, installation and removal;powerplant lubrication, and engine fuel and coolingsystems. 0950.20AMT 74Theory of Powerplants II5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of basic powerplant theory and systems:Fuel metering, induction and exhaust, powerplantelectrical, and engine instrument systems. 0950.20AMT 74LTheory of Powerplants II2.5 units, 7.5 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of basic powerplant theory and systems:Fuel metering, induction and exhaust, powerplantelectrical, and engine instrument systems. 0950.20AMT 76Advanced Powerplants I5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced powerplant systems: Propeller systems,reciprocating engine inspection and troubleshooting,engine fire protection systems, and powerplantinspection. 0950.20AMT 76LAdvanced Powerplants I3 units, 9 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced powerplant systems: Propeller systems,reciprocating engine inspection and troubleshooting,engine fire protection systems, and powerplantinspection. 0950.20AMT 78Advanced Powerplants II5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of advanced powerplant systems: Ignitionsystems; gas turbine engine classification, construction,nomenclature, installation and operation, overhaul,inspection and repair; turboprop engines; helicopterpowerplants and installation; auxiliary power units; andreview in preparation for FAA written examinations.0950.20

92 aviation MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY (AMT)AMT 78LAdvanced Powerplants II3 units, 9 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of advanced powerplant systems: Ignitionsystems; gas turbine engine classification, construction,nomenclature, installation and operation, overhaul,inspection and repair; turboprop engines; helicopterpowerplants and installation; auxiliary power units; andreview in preparation for FAA written examinations.0950.20AMT 80Aircraft Component Inspection I3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Introduction to airframe basics: Orientation and shopsafety, ground operations, non-destructive testing,corrosion control, and fluid lines and fittings. 0950.10AMT 81Aircraft Component Inspection II3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Continuation of AMT 80: Orientation and shop safety,plastic and bonded structures, aircraft structures, woodstructures, welding, and fabric structures. 0950.10AMT 82Aircraft Component Inspection III3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Continuation of AMT 81: Orientation and shop safety,FAR 65, FAR’s, aircraft drawings, maintenance forms andrecords, electrical circuits, electrical meters, batteries,aircraft electrical systems, and electrical schematics.0950.10AMT 83Aircraft Component Repair I5.5 units, 3.5 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory (GR)Intermediate airframe principles and practices:Orientation and shop safety, advanced electrical, aircraftinstruments, cabin environmental systems, ice andrain protection, landing gear warning systems, takeoffwarning systems, and materials and processes. 0950.10AMT 86Advanced Aircraft Component Inspection I8.5 units, 5 hours lecture, 10.5 hours laboratory (GR)Advanced airframe principles and practices: Orientationand shop safety, Comm/Nav systems, fire detection,assembly and rigging, and hydraulic systems. 0950.10AMT 87Advanced Aircraft Component Inspection II8.5 units, 5 hours lecture, 10.5 hours laboratory (GR)Continuation of AMT 86: Orientation and shop safety,landing gear systems, wheel and tires, retraction systems,fuel systems, pneumatic power systems, and brakes andanti-skid systems. 0950.10AMT 88Advanced Aircraft Component Inspection III3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Continuation of AMT 87: Orientation and shop safety,airframe inspections, and preparation for the airframeexamination. 0950.10AMT 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Aviation Maintenance.5-9 units: 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0950.00AMT 270Aviation Maintenance Technology Preparation1-3 units, 3-9 hours laboratory (GR)Course partially meets certification requirements ofPart 147 of Federal Aviation Administration regulationscovering airframe and powerplant mechanics.Non-degree applicableCourse study under this section may be repeated twotimes for a maximum of 3 units.Preparation for the oral, practical, and written portionsof the Federal Aviation Administration examination:Covers the general, airframe, and powerplant sectionsof the examination. 0950.00AMT 84Aircraft Component Repair II5.5 units, 3.5 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory (GR)Continuation of AMT 83: Orientation and shop safety,ice and rain protection, landing gear warning systems,takeoff warning systems, and materials and processes.0950.10AMT 85Aircraft Component Repair III3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Continuation of AMT 84: Orientation and shop safety,sheet metal structures, and aircraft finishes. 0950.10

AVIATION OPERATIONS(AVIAO)AVIATION OPERATIONS (AVIAO)93The aviation operations program at College of Alamedaprepares you for a pilot certificate. COA offers two pilottraining courses. These courses prepare the student forthe Private Pilot knowledge exam or the Instrument/Commercial knowledge exam. Each course is one nighta week, four hours a night for one semester.You will acquire skills in such areas as navigation,theory of flight, F.A.A. regulations, weather, and aircraftoperation. Upon successful completion of these coursesF.A.A. testing is available at the College of Alamedaaviation facility, a certified testing center. Note: Flighttraining is not offered by COA. In the East Bay area there arenumerous flight training facilities available.AVIAO 49Independent Study in Aviation Operations.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 3020.20AVIAO 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Aviation Operations.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 3020.20AVIAO 10Private Pilot’s Ground School4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: 9th-grade reading level(must be able to read, write, and understand the Englishlanguage)Acceptable for credit: CSUPreparation for private pilot certification: Developmentof basic knowledge, skill, and aeronautical experience tofulfill requirements for the private pilot certificate withan airplane category and single-engine land class ratings.Student must be able to read, write, and understandthe English language per Federal Aviation Regulation61.103. Flight training not included. 3020.20AVIAO 12Instrument/Commercial Pilot4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Aviao 10Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to flight instrument/commercial pilottraining: Flight planning, aircraft performance, aviationweather, interpretation and use of flight instruments,air navigation, Federal Aviation Regulations, air trafficcontrol, and commercial flight maneuvers. 3020.20AVIAO 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Aviation Operations.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 3020.20

94 BIOLOGY (BIOL)BIOLOGY(BIOL)What is Biology? Biologists study life from a scientificperspective. We are fascinated by the myriad ways thatliving organisms survive and cooperate with each other,and study how these ways came into being. The BiologyDepartment at College of Alameda offers coursesthat consider the smallest biological molecules, wholeorganisms, and the entire ecosystem of the Earth. All thecourses in biology help you to have a clear understandingof the scientific processes -- both philosophical andtechnical -- used to gather this knowledge.Why Study Biology? Biologists take very diverse careerpaths. Some enter health fields like medicine, dentistry,nursing, physical therapy, and pharmacy. Othersenter into research in environmental and conservationareas. Training in biology can also lead to careers inbiotechnology and other fields of technology. Because weourselves are life forms, interacting with and dependenton other life forms, it is important for any educatedperson to have an understanding of the basics of biology.This is why we invite and encourage all students to takeat least one of our courses.What is special about Biology at College of Alameda?When you take our classes you will be taking coursesthat transfer to UC and CSU campuses and to privatecolleges and universities. Most of our classes havelaboratory sections where you get hands-on experiencewith life forms, and personalized interaction with yourinstructors. Our classes are small in size with a low ratioof students to instructor. We believe this makes for thebest training of a biologist. You will become activelyinvolved in your own education. Finally, we offer classesall day, every day, including the weekends, and manynights during the week.The AS degree in Biology will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the major course requirementslisted below and the General Education requirements forthe Associate in Science Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBIOL 1A General Biology 5BIOL 1B General Biology 5CHEM 1A General Chemistry 5CHEM 1B General Chemistry 5PHYS 4A General Physics w/ Calculus 5PHYS 4B General Physics w/Calculus 5Total Required Units: 30BIOL 1AGeneral Biology5 units, 3 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Chem 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to general biology: Cell structure andfunction, metabolism, molecular and organismalgenetics, and animal physiology. 0401.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B2, B3; IGETC area 5BIOL 1BGeneral Biology5 units, 3 hours lecture, 6 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Biol 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of BIOL 1A: Origin of life, evolution,classification, plant structure and function, and ecology.0401.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B2, B3; IGETC area 5BIOL 2Human Anatomy5 units, 4 hours lecture; 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Biol 10 or 24Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCDetailed study of human body structure: Molecules, cells,tissues, organs and organ systems, basic physiology andcell division, selected human diseases. Laboratory workincludes extensive use of microscopes, figures/charts,three-dimensional models, dissected human cadavers,and dissection of other mammalian organisms/organs.0410.00AA/AS area 1; CSU Area B2, B3; IGETC area 5BBIOL 4Human Physiology5 units, 4 hours lecture; 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Chem 1A or 30ARecommended preparation: Biol 2Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCDetailed study of human body function: Molecules,cells, tissues, organs and organ systems, basic anatomyessential to understanding function, physical andchemical factors and processes, and selected humandiseases. Laboratory work includes computer simulationsand interactive programs, physiological experimentsand demonstrations, and use of microscopes. 0410.00AA/AS area 1; CSU Area B2, B3; IGETC area 5B

BIOLOGY (BIOL)95Instructor Ann KircherLaboratory TechnicianHelena LengelInstructor John SteinerInstructor Reza MajlesiBIOL 10Introduction to Biology4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Biol 1A or 1B.Students with previous credit in Biol 11 receive only 1unit of credit for Biol 10.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCFundaments of biology for the non-major: Scientificinquiry, biological chemistry, cell structure and function,DNA and genetics, evolution and ecology, and anoverview of living organisms. Includes laboratoryexercises designed to complement lectures. 0401.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B2, B3; IGETC area 5BIOL 11Principles of Biology3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Biol 1A or 1B or 10.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCFundaments of biology for the non-major: Scientificinquiry, biological chemistry, cell structure and function,DNA and genetics, evolution and ecology, and anoverview of living organisms. 0401.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B2; IGETC area 5BIOL 12AGeneral Ecology3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory/field (GR orP/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of ecological principles: Physical and biotic natureof environments and interrelationships of all species inmajor biomes of the world. 0408.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B2, B3BIOL 12BEcology–Major World Ecosystems3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory/field (GR orP/NP)Prerequisite: Biol 12AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCPhysical and biotic basis of each major ecosystem of theworld: Study of major plant and animal forms found ineach ecosystem and their interrelationships; field tripsrequired. 0408.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B2, B3BIOL 23Introduction to the Human Body3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Course is equivalent to Biol 24 without the lab; it doesnot meet Allied Health requirements for an anatomyand physiology course.Acceptable for credit: CSUFundamentals of structure and function of the humanbody: Emphasis on medical and health aspects. 0410.00AA/AS area 1

96 BIOLOGY (BIOL)BIOL 24Basic Human Anatomy and Physiology4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUFundamentals of the structure and function of thehuman body from an organ system perspective: Keyconcepts and basic principles of the chemistry of life andorganic compounds, cells and tissues, cell physiology,organ systems, selected human diseases. Laboratorywork includes use of microscopes, figures/charts, threedimensionalmodels, dissection of mammalian organsand demonstration of human cadavers. 0410.00AA/AS area 1BIOL 26Human Biology3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of biology as it relates to the human organism:Cellular function, survey of body systems, reproductionand genetics, nutrition, ecology, and evolution. 0401.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B2, B3BIOL 27Human Sexuality3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Also offered as Hlted 27 and Psych 12. Not open forcredit to students who have completed or are currentlyenrolled in Hlted 27 or Psych 12.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCExploration and analysis of the multifaceted aspectsof human sexuality. Physiological, psychological,anatomical, sociological, legal, medical, educational,cultural; urogenital system of both sexes, birth controldevices, and pregnancy. 0401.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, E; IGETC area 4BIOL 31Nutrition4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Biol 28 at Laney College or Nutr10 at Merritt College.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCPrinciples of human nutrition: Nutrients, their functionand food sources; problems of excess and deficiency;dietary goals for health promotion and diseaseprevention. 0401.00CSU area EBIOL 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Biological Sciences.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 0401.00BIOL 49Independent Study in Biology.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 0401.00BIOL 80A-HBirds of Central California and the Bay AreaThe following courses are offered under this rubric.BIOL 80ARaptors of Central California and the BayArea.5-2.5 units, .5-2.5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Envst 80A at Merritt College. Not open forcredit to students who have completed or are currentlyenrolled in Envst 80A.Attendance in on-campus classroom lectures required inorder to participate in field lectures for additional units.Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to the basic biology of birds with anemphasis on hawks, eagles, falcons, kites, owls, vulturesand other raptors of Central California and the BayArea: Identification, classification, evolution, migrationand ecology of the raptors; field sessions in outstandingfall migration and overwintering areas presenting thesebirds in their natural habitats. 0408.00BIOL 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Biological Sciences.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0401.00

usiness (bus)97BUSINESS(BUS)There are three Associate in Arts (AA) Degree optionsin Business: Accounting, Business Administration,and Office Administration. Certificate options are alsoavailable, as follows:Associate in Arts Degrees:AccountingBusiness AdministrationOffice AdministrationCertificates of Achievement:Office AdministrationCertificates of Proficiency:AccountingBusiness AdministrationGeneral Office ClerkLegal Secretarial StudiesSmall Business AdministrationWord ProcessorOffice Administration for the Logistics IndustryAccountingWhat is Accounting? It is the “language of business”or the study of the conceptual and practical knowledgerelative to the preparation, reporting and analysis ofeconomic and financial information important to gooddecision making. Accounting is instrumental to decisionmakingprocesses for well run businesses. The demandfor well-trained accountants will increase as businessescontinue to expand in size and complexity. The skillsof accountancy will become an ever more importantfield of study. Careers include positions in: industry,government, tax agencies, financial institutions, andnonprofit institutions.Why study accounting at College of Alameda? Ourcaring and competent instructors work hard with youin a more personable way than you might find at otherinstitutions. We have an exceptional accounting tutorialcenter to assist you and ensure your success. All tutorialservices are free of charge. We will work with you inpreparation for your transfer to four year institutions.The AA (Associate in Arts) degree in Accounting isdesigned to provide a solid foundation for those studentswishing to major in accounting.Many of our courses meet the state and university transferrequirement for accounting. And many students at fouryearinstitutions are encouraged to satisfy their lowerdivisionaccounting & economics course requirementsat a community college. In addition, if you already havean undergraduate degree and are pursuing a Mastersin Business Administration (MBA), you may be able tosatisfy your lower-division accounting and economicsrequirements at College of Alameda. Students planningto transfer to state colleges or universities should reviewthat institution’s catalog regarding transfer admissionrequirements, major requirements, general education orbreadth requirements, and application deadlines.The Certificate of Proficiency in Accounting fromCollege of Alameda is designed to provide studentsthe preparation needed for immediate employment invarious high-demand clerical, payroll, and bookkeepingjobs in accounting.The AA degree in Accounting is designed to qualifystudents for employment in accounting and/or to providea foundation for those students wishing to transfer toa four-year institution with a major in Accounting orBusiness Administration.Students planning to transfer to state colleges oruniversities should review that institution’s catalogregarding:• Transfer admission requirements• Major requirements• General education or breadth requirements• Application deadlinesThe AA degree will be awarded upon satisfactorycompletion of the major course requirements listedbelow and the General Education requirements forthe Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog. The Certificate ofProficiency will be awarded upon satisfactory completionof the major course requirements listed below.The suggested sequence of courses required for theAssociate in Arts (AA) in Accounting are listed below:Degree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBUS 1A* Financial Accounting 4BUS 1B Managerial Accounting 4BUS 2 Introduction to Business Law 3BUS 24 Computerized Accounting Principles 3BUS 209 Fundamentals of Income Tax 4CIS 42 Spreadsheet Applications 4ECON 1 Principles of Economics (Macro) 3ECON 2 Principles of Economics (Micro) 3CIS 42 Introduction to Spreadsheet Applications 4Select one course from the following:BUS 5 Human Relations in Business (3)BUS 10 Introduction to Business (3)BUS 54 Small Business Management (3)

98 business (bus)BUS 207B Business Correspondence (3)CIS 1 Introduction to Computer InformationSystems (4) 3-4Total Required Units: 31-32Recommended:*Bus 20, General Accounting, while not a requirement, doesprovide a good foundation for Bus 1A, Financial Accounting.Business AdministrationThe AA degree in Business Administration is designedto provide business students with the necessaryfoundation to transfer to a four-year institution.Students planning to transfer to state colleges oruniversities should review that institution’s catalogregarding:• Transfer admission requirements• Major requirements• General education or breadth requirements• Application deadlines.The AA degree will be awarded upon satisfactorycompletion of the major course requirements listedbelow and the General Education requirements forthe Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBUS 1A* Financial Accounting 4BUS 1B Managerial Accounting 4BUS 2 Introduction to Business Law 3ECON 1 Principles of Economics (Micro) 3ECON 2 Principles of Economics (Micro) 3Select one course from the following:BUS 10 Introduction to Business (3)CIS 1 Introduction to Computer InformationSystems (4) 3-4Total Required Units: 20-21Recommended:*Bus 20, General Accounting, while not required, providesgood preparation for Bus 1A, Financial Accounting.Office AdministrationStudents may earn an AA degree and/or a Certificate ofAchievement in Office Administration. The AA degreewill be awarded upon satisfactory completion of themajor course requirements listed below and the GeneralEducation requirements for the Associate in Arts Degreelisted in the Degrees and Programs section of thisCatalog. The suggested sequence of courses required forthe Certificate of Achievement is listed below.Degree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBUS 202 Business Mathematics (3)orMath 250 Arithmetic (3) 3BUS 207A Business English 3BUS 207CBusiness Communications in theModern Office 2BUS 225 The Professional Office Environment 3BUS 230D-F Beginning Keyboarding 3BUS 238A Word Processing I (3)orCIS 238A Word Processing I (3) 3CIS 1 Intro to CIS 4BUS 10 Intro to Business 3ENG 201A Preparation for Composition and Reading 4Select a minimum of 6 units from the following:BUS 20 General Accounting (3)BUS 207B Business Writing (3)BUS 231D-F Intermediate Keyboarding (3)BUS 238B Word Processing II (3)orCIS 238B Word Processing II(3)CIS 40 Database Management (4)CIS 42 Spreadsheet Applications (4)Total Required Units: 34A Certificate of Proficiency in skills will be awardedto students who do not receive the AA degree orCertificate of Achievement, but who need certificationfor employment.

usiness (bus)99Certificate of Achievement (CA) orcertificate of proficiency (Cp)Students satisfactorily completing the required coursesin the following certificate options will be eligible for theCertificate of Achievement or Certificate of Proficiency.Confer with a counselor or the division dean concerningthe specific pattern of requirements for these programs.AccountingThe Accounting Certificate of Proficiency is designed forstudents who want to acquire skills to work as accountclerks or bookkeepers. This certificate is recommendedfor students who are not planning to transfer to a fouryearcollege and who plan to enter the job market aftercompletion of the certificate. The certificate can becompleted in two semesters. A Certificate of Achievementwill be awarded upon satisfactory completion of thecourses specified below.Certificate of Achievement Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBUS 20 General Accounting 3BUS 24 Computerized Accounting Principles 3BUS 207CBusiness Communications in theModern Office 2BUS 225 The Professional Office Environment 3BUS 230D Beginning Keyboarding 1BUS 239 Quickbooks Pro 1.5CIS 42 Spreadsheet Applications 4Total Required Units: 17.5Business AdministrationCertificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBUS 1A Financial Accounting 4BUS 2 Introduction to Business Law 3BUS 10 Introduction to Business (3)orCIS 1Introduction to Computer InformationSystems (4) 3-4ECON 1 Principles of Economics (Macro) (3)orECON 2 Principles of Economics (Micro) (3) 3Total Required Units: 13-14General Office ClerkThe general office clerk is the basic clerical employee inany organization. There is a constant need for personswith general office skills. This certificate provides the softskills and technical skills that an office clerk will needand it may be completed in two semesters. A Certificateof Proficiency will be awarded upon satisfactorycompletion of the courses specified below.Certificate of Achievement Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBUS 202 Business Mathematics 3BUS 207C Business Communications in theModern Office 2BUS 225 The Professional Office Environment 3BUS 230D Beginning Keyboarding 1BUS 238B Word Processing II (3)orCIS 238B Word Processing II (3) 3CIS 1 Introduction to Computer InformationSystems 4Total Required Units: 16Legal Secretarial StudiesCertificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBUS 216 Legal Secretarial Studies (Family/Corporate/Criminal/Real Estate) 3BUS 217 Legal Secretarial Studies (Probate/Personal Injury/Intellectual Property/Bankruptcy) 3BUS 227 Word Processing for Legal Professionals(3)orCIS 227 Word Processing for Legal Professionals(3) 3Total Required Units: 9Small Business AdministrationCertificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBUS 54 Small Business Management 3BUS 10 Introduction to Business 3BUS 225 The Professional Office Environment (3)orBUS 208 Communication Skills for Technicians (3) 3Total Required Units: 9

100 business (bus)Word ProcessorCertificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBUS 202 Business Mathematics 3BUS 207A Business English 3BUS 225 The Professional Office Environment 3BUS 231D-F Intermediate Keyboarding 1BUS 238B Word Processing II (3)orCIS 238B Word Processing II (3) 3CIS 1 Introduction to Computer InformationSystems 4Total Required Units 17Office Administration FOR THELOGISTICS INDUSTRYCertificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsBUS 220 Business Terminology in Logistics 2BUS 236 Business Management in Logistics 2BUS 247 Intro to Logistics for the Non-traditionalOffice 1CIS 1 Intro to Computer Information Systems 4MATH 250 Arithmetic or higher level depending onassessment 3Total Required Units 12BUS 1AFinancial Accounting4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of purpose, theory, and specific methods ofaccounting: Systems and methods employed inaccumulating data for financial statements; incomemeasurement including cost measurement, classification,and expiration; revenue recognition and measurement.0502.00BUS 1BManagerial Accounting4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Bus 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCUses of accounting data for planning, controlling anddecision making: Sources of business funds, cost systemsand analysis, forecasting and budgeting; analysis, uses,and limitations of financial statements and reports.0502.00BUS 2Introduction to Business Law3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCGeneral survey of business law: Principles of lawon contracts, sales agency, torts, partnerships andcorporations, and the uniform commercial code. 0501.00BUS 5Human Relations in Business3 units,: 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUApplication of behavioral science concepts to humanproblems in organizations: Action necessary to preventand resolve problems among individuals within groups;application of logical decision-making techniques.0501.00AA/AS area 2BUS 10Introduction to Business3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to business: Survey of various phases ofbusiness organization, finance, personnel, production,marketing, managerial controls and governmentbusiness relations. 0501.00BUS 20General Accounting3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUNot open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Bus 1A or 1B.Theory and practice of accounting: Double-entry processon accrual basis; complete accounting cycle with use ofwork sheet and preparation of end-of-the-year financialstatements; petty cash, banking procedures, notes, drafts,and introduction to payroll taxes. 0502.00BUS 24Computerized Accounting Principles3 units, 2 hrs lecture, 3 hrs laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUIntensive practical application of theory and proceduresof accounting: Utilization of computerized accountingsystems in single proprietorship, partnership, andcorporate forms of business. 0502.00AA/AS area 4cBUS 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Business.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 0501.00

usiness (bus)101BUS 49Independent Study in Business.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 0501.00BUS 54Small Business Management3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUFunctions and objectives of an executive: Definitionof duties, and basic knowledge of administration andorganization; practice through case studies in makingbusiness decisions. 0506.40BUS 202Business Mathematics3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Use of basic mathematical principles in solving businessproblems: Simple and compound interest, installmentsales, trade and cash discounts, markup percents,pricing discounting notes and drafts, inventory, financialstatement analysis, depreciation, statistics and binarysystem, taxes, distribution of ownership and profits, andstocks and bonds. 0501.00BUS 207ABusiness English3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Development of writing skills for effectively expressingideas in the world of work: Principles of grammarincluding syntax, punctuation, spelling, proofreading,editing, and an introduction to the communicationprocess. 0514.00BUS 207BBusiness Correspondence3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Recommended preparation: Bus 207A, and Bus 233A-Bor 230D-F or 215A-B or (233) or (230A-C)Development of skills in organizing and writing clear andprecise business correspondence: Letters, memoranda,reports, resumes, and letters of application with emphasison rules for punctuation, spelling, and grammar whichmeet the needs of modern business. 0514.00BUS 207CBusiness Communications in the ModernWorld2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR)Development of oral and writing skills for effectivebusiness communications: Sending and receivinginformation, organizing information in a cogent manner,leading group discussions effectively, and listeningto others with the intention of fully understandingmessages. 0514.00BUS 208Communication Skills for Technicians3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Development of writing, reading, speaking and listeningskills for successful communication in technical careers:Researching and learning technical material fromtextbooks; taking notes; communication with customers,employers, and co-workers; writing repair orders andinvoices; producing job applications and resumes; andpracticing for formal job interviews. 0501.00BUS 209Fundamentals of Income Tax4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Study of federal and California tax laws and procedures:Individual, partnership and corporation income taxreturns from the accounting point of view; brief surveyof social security, gift, and estate taxes. 0502.10BUS 209FIncome Tax Preparation: Field Studies (Vita)2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Short-term courseTraining and practical field experience in the preparationof basic federal and state income tax returns: Skills neededto prepare the current year’s tax returns and trainingas volunteer assistors to provide free tax assistanceto elderly and low-income taxpayers at communitylocations; content varies from year to year. 0502.10BUS 210Financial Management and Investments3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Survey course which examines sound moneymanagement skills and financial plans: Tax-shelteredannuities, real estate, stocks, bonds, trust deeds, newtax laws, borrowing of money, financial adjustments toinflation, and other economic indicators. 0504.00BUS 216Legal Secretarial Studies (Family/Corporate/Criminal/Real Estate)3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Overview of the California and U.S. Federal courtsystems relative to family, corporate, criminal, and realestate law: Civil procedures and the processes of civillitigation, including the preparation of legal forms anddocuments, instruction on court filing parameters,calendaring, local rules of court and legal procedures,legal terminology, office procedures and office demeanorin a legal environment. 0514.10

102 business (bus)BUS 217Legal Secretarial Studies (Probate/PersonalInjury/Intellectual Property/Bankruptcy)3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Overview of the California and U.S. Federal courtsystems relative to probate, personal injury, intellectualproperty, and bankruptcy law: Civil procedures and theprocesses of civil litigation, including the preparation oflegal forms and documents, instruction on court filingparameters, calendaring, local rules of court and legalprocedures, legal terminology, office procedures andoffice demeanor in a legal environment. 0514.10BUS 220Business Terminology in Logistics2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 200 or CIS 205 or BUS 219Introduction to standard warehousing terminology:Applications throughout the logistics, retail, wholesaleand manufacturing industries; spelling ability,vocabulary enrichment; and contextual comprehensionof standard warehousing terminology. 0510.00BUS 225The Professional Office Environment3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Bus 230DEFDevelopment of employable entry-level office skills:Using office equipment and software, word processing,e-mail, electronic records management; businesscommunications including decision-making, timemanagement, producing quality reports, teamwork, andinterpersonal communication; and preparation for thejob-application process. 0514.00BUS 227Word Processing for Legal Professionals3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Bus 230DEF(Self-Paced).Students should be able to type 25 words per minute.Also offered as CIS 227. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in CIS227.Emphasis on the use of Microsoft Office WordApplication features to create legal-oriented documents:legal correspondence, legal pleadings, memorandumof points and authorities, table of contents, table ofauthorities, indexes, and forms. 0514.10AA/AS area 4cBUS 229Stock Market Investing2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Fundamentals of the stock market system and basicprinciples of stock market investing. 0504.00BUS 230DBeginning Keyboarding1 unit , .67 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory (GR)Modular, open-entry/open-exit courseIntroduction to the computer keyboard: Basic skilldevelopment. 0501.00BUS 230EBeginning Keyboarding1 unit, .67 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory (GR)Modular, open-entry/open-exit courseIntroduction to the computer keyboard: Basic formatsfor various business forms. 0501.00BUS 230FBeginning Keyboarding1 unit, .67 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory (GR)Modular, open-entry/open-exit courseIntroduction to the computer keyboard: Emphasis onskills improvement and speed development to 35 wordsper minute. 0501.00BUS 231DIntermediate Keyboarding1 unit, .67 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory (GR)Modular, open-entry/open-exit courseContinued computer keyboarding skills: Emphasis onaccuracy control. 0501.00BUS 231EIntermediate Keyboarding1 unit, .67 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory (GR)Modular, open-entry/open-exit courseContinued computer keyboarding skills: Developingtables with various features. 0501.00BUS 231FIntermediate Keyboarding1 unit, .67 hours lecture, 1 hour laboratory (GR)Modular, open-entry/open-exit courseContinued computer keyboarding skills: Variationsof business forms and financial statements; speeddevelopment to 42 words per minute. 0501.00

usiness (bus)103BUS 236Records Management in Logistics2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Introduction to records management utilized in thelogistics industry: Core records management principles,procedures, and office skills relating to inventoryrecordkeeping; standard terminology, practices andtechnology that are used to maintain and share inventoryrecords. 0510.00BUS 238AWord Processing I3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Also offered as CIS 238A. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in CIS238A.Introduction to word processing concepts and basiccomputer operations: File management; creating, editingand printing documents; spell checker, thesaurus,and grammar tools; graphics; text formatting andmanipulation; tables; and basic desktop publishing.0514.00AA/AS area 4cBUS 238BWord Processing II3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Bus 238A or 247B or 245B or 245E or 244Bor 242CAlso offered as CIS 238B. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in CIS238B.Intermediate level word processing skills: Templates andstyles, preparing and managing long documents, mailmerge, integrating word processing applications withother applications and the World Wide Web, customizingword processing applications, creating and using forms,writing macros, and desktop publishing. 0514.00AA/AS area 4cBUS 240Introduction to Warehouse Operations2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Introduction to warehouse operations: Objectives ofwarehousing, software information systems used inwarehousing, warehouse safety, and practice handonactivities that are used in a functioning warehouse.0510.00BUS 247Introduction to Logistics for the Non-traditionalOffice1 units, 1 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Introduction to state-of-the-art logistics technologies:Procedures and terminology relevant to the mobileworkforce, worksite environment, and the “virtual office”environment; handheld devices used in inventory andtracking, GIS (Geographic Information Systems) used indistribution, GPS (Global Positioning Satellites) used intransportation, and a survey of the logistics/warehousingindustry as well as job opportunities and careers. 0510.00BUS 248AA-FZSelected topics in Business.5-9 units: 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0501.00BUS 239Quickbooks Pro1.5 units, 1 hour lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Introduction to QuickBooks business accountingsoftware: Company setup, payroll, and transactions tocomplete the accounting cycle. 0502.00

104 CHEMISTRY (CHEM)CHEMISTRY(CHEM)Why Study Chemistry? Chemistry addresses thefundamental nature of substances and the changesthat substances undergo. Students learn problemsolvingskills rooted in the scientific world view.Specifically, you will learn about the chemical aspects ofeveryday life enabling you to understand the chemicalfoundations of the environment, energy, disease (causesand prevention), and the chemical basis of nutrition.The study of chemistry helps you understand thefundamentals controlling the interactions of elementsand molecules which form the basis for our world andthe universe. Knowledge of the discipline enables youto practice the protocols and techniques for workingsafely with chemicals. Modern civilization is based onchemistry and its effects upon the environment andourselves. Some of the consequences are consideredbetter than others and studying chemistry allows us tosearch for alternatives that may be practical or feasible.What can you do with Chemistry? Some people aremotivated primarily by curiosity about nature and/or about how things work. Questions that might beanswered in studying chemistry include: the chemicalcomposition of rocks from this or other planets, thechemical composition of the atmosphere, or the chemicalreactions behind technologies such as rocket propulsionand automobile airbag deployment. Chemistry is essentialin the practice of medicine in allowing us to understandthe chemistry underlying biology, pharmacology, andhuman physiology.The COA chemistry program is designed to provide youwith a solid grasp of the basics to achieve your long-termgoals. Careers in chemistry include: analytical chemist,biotechnologist, biochemist, chemical engineer, dietitian,environmental chemist, food and drug inspector, forensicchemist, geochemist, health professional, perfumer,pharmacist, professor, and many others.CHEM 1AGeneral Chemistry5 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lecture-demonstration, 3hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Math 203 or 211DRecommended preparation: Chem 30A or 50Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCGeneral principles of chemistry: Measurements, atomictheory, chemical nomenclature, chemical composition,stoichiometry, reactions in aqueous solution,thermochemistry, electron configurations, periodicproperties, chemical bonding, gases, liquids, solids, andsolutions. 1905.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1, B3; IGETC area 5CHEM 1BGeneral Chemistry5 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lecture-demonstration, 3hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Chem 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCGeneral principles of chemistry: Kinetics, equilibrium,acid-base equilibria, buffers, solubility equilibria,entropy and free energy, electro-chemistry, nuclearchemistry, coordination chemistry, and an introductionto organic chemistry. 1905.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1, B3; IGETC area 5CHEM 30AIntroductory Inorganic Chemistry4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Math 201 or 210DAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCFundamental principles of inorganic chemistry: Metricmeasurements, matter and energy, atomic structure,chemical nomenclature, chemical bonding, chemicalreactions, stoichiometry, gas laws, nuclear chemistry,properties of liquids, solids, solutions, acids and bases.1905.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1, B3; IGETC area 5CHEM 30BIntroductory Organic and Biochemistry4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Chem 30AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to basic organic chemistry and biochemistry:Hydrocarbons; organic functional groups, nomenclature,and reactions; polymers, carbohydrates, proteins,enzymes, lipids, nucleic acids, protein synthesis, andmetabolic pathways. 1905.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1, B3; IGETC area 5CHEM 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Chemistry.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1905.00CHEM 49Independent Study in Chemistry.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1905.00

CHEMISTRY (CHEM)105CHEM 50Beginning Chemistry4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: Math 201 or 210DThis is a preparatory course for Chem 1A for studentswho have not had high school chemistry.Acceptable for credit: CSUPrinciples of basic chemistry: Metric measurements,matter and energy, atomic structure, chemicalnomenclature, chemical reactions, stoichiometry,chemical bonding, gas laws, properties of liquids, solids,solutions, acids and bases. 1905.00AA/AS area 1CHEM 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Chemistry.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1905.00

106CHINESE CHIN)CHINESE(CHIN)CHIN 10AElementary Cantonese A5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Course is equivalent to two years of high school study.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroductory study and practice of basic language skillsand related Chinese cultural contexts: Basic vocabularyand structures in cultural contexts. 1107.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC LanguageCHIN 10BElementary Cantonese B5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Chin 10AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of CHIN 10A with further study andpractice of basic language skills and related Chinesecultural contexts: Grammar and vocabulary building.1107.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3CHIN 11AIntermediate Cantonese A5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Chin 10BAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntermediate level study and practice of all basiclanguage skills: Grammar and vocabulary building,exploration of Cantonese structure, and growth incultural understanding. 1107.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3CHIN 11BIntermediate Cantonese B5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Chin 11AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of CHIN 11B with further study andpractice of all basic language skills: Grammar, vocabularybuilding, language structure and use, and furtherknowledge of cultural understanding and appreciation.1107.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3CHIN 12AAdvanced Cantonese Reading and Writing:Modern and Classical Literature5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Chin 11BAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to modern and classical poems and otherliterary forms such as novels, prose, drama and songs:Literary-cultural analysis, theories of literary writingand styles, and writing skills; exploration of Chinesehistory and art. 1107.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3CHIN 12BAdvanced Cantonese Reading and Writing:Modern and Classical Literature5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Chin 12AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of modern and classical poems and otherliterary forms such as novels, prose, drama, and song:Literary-cultural analysis, theories of literary writingand styles, and reading and writing skills; exploration ofChinese history and art. 1107.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3CHIN 30AConversational Cantonese A5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to conversational Cantonese: Listening,speaking and grammar skills; systematic practice ofeveryday topics of conversation; enhancement of culturalawareness. 1107.00CHIN 30BConversational Cantonese B5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Chin 30AAcceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of CHIN 30A: Further development oforal comprehension skills as well as additional growthin cultural awareness. 1107.00

COMMUNICATION(COMM)COMMUNICATION (COMM)107What is Communication? The CommunicationDepartment offers you a core curriculumincorporating the ability to become a criticalthinker; problem solver; perceptive/evaluativelistener; examiner and applier of interpersonal,verbal and nonverbal communication; andinterpreter—able to relate to human behaviorand comprehend the principles of reasoning andpersuasion. Areas of study include rhetorical andargumentative analysis, ability to learn and applythe essential principles of public speaking, face-tofaceinteraction, group processes, organizationalcommunication, advocacy, interculturalcommunication, survey of communication, voiceand diction, and performance of literature and oraltraditions.Who are the faculty? The faculty consistsof dedicated instructors knowledgeable intheir subject matter, committed advocates of“Student Success,” who share knowledge aboutcommunication and the utilization of technology,and who are appreciative of human diversity andincorporate this into the context of a variety ofinstructional methods. The faculty are committedto providing a multifaceted approach to learningwith comprehensive and flexible programs witha range of delivery systems to assist you, whetheryou are seeking to transfer, want to secure acertificate or degree, and/or have immediateoccupational aspirations.Why Study Communication? Students studyingcommunication can expect to develop skillsessential for leadership, career development, andemployment opportunities. Today’s employers,according to the National Association of CollegeEmployment, want workers with communicationskills and strong work ethics, along withinterpersonal, analytical, and organizationalskills. All of these are essential components of ourcommunication courses.COMMUNICATION CAREER OPPORTUNITIESAccording to the National Association of CollegeEmployment, “Employers responding to NACE’sJob Outlook 2007 survey named communicationskills and honesty/integrity as a job seeker’s mostimportant skills and qualities.”In 2008 the results showed employerswere looking for the following:1. Communication skills2. Strong work ethic3. Teamwork skills4. Initiative5. Interpersonal skills6. Analytical skills7. Flexibility/Adaptability8. Computer skills9. Technical skills10. Detail-oriented11. Organizational skillsCareers: public affairs director, communicationdirector, public relations specialist, speech writer,editor, reporter, media consultant, news analyst,correspondent, announcer, broadcaster, broadcasttechnician/engineer, radio operator, interpreter,translator, consultant, and freelancer/independentcontractor.COMM 1AIntroduction to Speech3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCRhetorical and argumentative analysis of significantcontemporary political and social issues: Developing,stating, organizing, and researching ideas; criticalthought and evaluative listening. 1506.00AA/AS area 4d; CSU area A1; IGETC area 1CCOMM 1BIntroduction to Speech3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Comm 1A is not prerequisite to Comm 1B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCTheories of human communication through associationand function in group and organizational settings: Ethics,values, attitudes and problem solving. 1506.00AA/AS area 4d; CSU area A1; IGETC area 1C

108COMMUNICATION (COMM)COMM 2AThe Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation ofLiterature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UC.Principles of effective delivery, reading aloud, analysisand appreciation of literature: Reading prose, poetry,and drama. 1506.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2COMM 2BThe Fundamentals of Oral Interpretation ofLiterature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Comm 2A is not prerequisite to Comm 2B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCPrinciples of effective delivery, reading aloud, analysisand appreciation of literature: Reading the short story,myths, and fables. 1506.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2COMM 4The Dynamics of Group Discussion3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of communication in a group setting: Emphasison listening, leadership, and teamwork; theoreticaland experiential learning to build on individualcommunication skills with the goal of understandingand practicing successful group relations. 1506.00AA/AS area 4d; CSU area A1; IGETC area 1CCOMM 5Persuasion and Critical Thinking3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCCritical thinking skills: Principles of reasoningand persuasion, and analysis and evaluation ofcommunication; emphasis on structure of arguments,quality of evidence, formal and informal fallacies, andeffect of media on argumentation. 1506.00AA/AS area 3, 4a, 4d, 4e; CSU area A3; IGETC area 1BCOMM 6Intercultural Communication3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUDynamics of intercultural communication as it appliesto the diversity of American cultures: Cultural concepts,language style, content, ethnic perspectives, perceptionsand stereotypes, symbols, and roles as they facilitate orhinder effective verbal and nonverbal interaction acrosscultures. 1506.00AA/AS area 2, 4dCOMM 19Survey of Mass Media3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit CSUSurvey of traditional and non-traditional mass media inAmerica: Impact of mass media trends and technologyinto the 21st century; critical analysis of media messagesand examination of mass media from historical, political,social, and cultural perspectives. 1506.00AA/AS area 2COMM 20Interpersonal Communication Skills3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCAnalysis of communication needs and improvement ofskills: Listening, perception, nonverbal communication,semantics, and conflict resolution. 1506.00AA/AS area 4d; CSU area A1; IGETC area 1CCOMM 44Argumentation3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCPrinciples of argumentation and persuasion: Practicein creating persuasive communication through findingissues, using evidence, detecting fallacies, and employingargumentative brief writing. 1506.00AA/AS area 4D, 4ECOMM 45Public Speaking3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCPrinciples of public speaking: Oral presentationsbased on political and social issues; critical-thinking,organization, and research. 1506.00AA/AS area 4d; CSU area A1; IGETC area 1CCOMM 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Speech.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1506.00COMM 49Independent Study in Speech.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1506.00COMM 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Speech.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1506.00

COMPUTER INFORMATIONSYSTEMS(CIS)computer information systems (CIS)109Computer Information Systems, and why you shouldstudy CIS. Computer Information Systems enhancescomputer literacy. Computer literacy is havingknowledge and understanding of computers and theiruses. It involves three levels of proficiency (T-O-P).• The First level involves Terminology – ability toread, write, and understand “geek” language.• The Second level involves Operations – ability to usecomputers to get work done e.g., word processing,spreadsheets, presentations, and databasemanagement.• The Third level involves Programming – abilityto code instructions for computers to operate ondesktops, networks, and on the Web.Computers are everywhere and impact many of ourdaily activities. Our lives are dependent on informationfrom a computer. Computer skills are a necessity intoday’s technological world.The CIS program at College of Alameda prepares youfor entry-level business opportunities requiring the useof computer applications, such as word processing,spreadsheet, database management, and geographicalinformation systems (GIS) programs. Our CIS programprepares you for transfer to a university. Advancedstudents take programming courses, help desk andnetworking courses, and web publishing courses.We offer beginning and advanced office applicationcourses. We are the only Peralta college to offer help desk(desktop support technician) courses and networkingcourses. Our web publishing courses, offered as hybrid(with some face to face meetings) as well as online, leadto a certificate of proficiency upon successful completionof the courses. We also offer other online CIS courseswhich can fit your busy schedule.The Computer Information Systems (CIS) programprepares students for entry level business positionsrequiring the use of computer applications, and willqualify students in the use of word processing, spreadsheetand database management applications. Moreadvanced students may enroll in telecommunicationsand computer networking courses. In some instances,students with work experience in the above mentionedareas may challenge courses based on that experience.Students seeking advanced placement must meet withan instructor to verify knowledge and skills.Students satisfactorily completing the following requiredcourses will be eligible for the AA degree and theCertificate of Achievement in Computer InformationSystems. Confer with a counselor concerning the specificpattern of requirements for this program and refer tothe Degrees and Programs section of the Catalog forinformation on the Associate in Arts degree.Degree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsCIS 1 Introduction to Computer InformationSystems (4)orCIS 5 Introduction to Computer Science (5) 4-5CIS 40 Database Management 4CIS 42 Spreadsheet Applications 4BUS 238A Word Processing I (3)orCIS 238A Word Processing I (3) 3Select a minimum of 9-10 units from the following:BUS 238B Word Processing II (3)orCIS 238B Word Processing II (3)CIS 23 C# Programming (4)CIS 25Object-Oriented Programming UsingC++ (4)CIS 26 C Programming (4)CIS 36A Java Programming Language I (4)CIS 36B Java Programming Language II (4)CIS 39A UNIX/LINUX Operating System (4)CIS 47 Visual Basic Programming (4)CIS 69 Windows Network Administration (4)CIS 73 Networking Concepts (4)CIS 97A Oracle SQL and PL/SQL (4)CIS 201 Introduction to Computer Hardware (4)CIS 209 Introduction to Windows (1)CIS 226A Desktop Support Technician I (3)CIS 226B Desktop Support Technician II (3)CIS 233 Introduction to the Internet (2)CIS 234A World Wide Web Publishing I (2)CIS 234B World Wide Web Publishing II (2)CIS 234D Web Authoring (2)CIS 234E Creating an E-Commerce Web Site (2)CIS 239 Help Desk Tools and Techniques (2) 9-10Total Required Units: 24-26certificate of proficiency (Cp)Students satisfactorily completing the required coursesin the following certificate options will be eligible forthe Certificate of Proficiency. Confer with a counseloror the division dean concerning the specific pattern ofrequirements for these programs.

110 computer information systems (CIS)Computer Applications –weekend Computer CollegeCertificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsCIS 223A Introduction to Word 1CIS 223B Introduction to Excel 1CIS 209 Introduction to Windows 1Select 3 units from the following:CIS 223C Introduction to PowerPoint (1)CIS 223D Introduction to Access (1)CIS 224 Introduction to the Internet I (1)orCIS 233 Introduction to the Internet (2)CIS 225A Creating Web Pages I (1)orCIS 234A World Wide Web Publishing I (2) 3Total Required Units: 6Desktop Support TechnicianCertificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsCIS 1 Introduction to Computer InformationSystems 4CIS 201 Introduction to Computer Hardware 4CIS 226A Desktop Support Technician I 3CIS 226B Desktop Support Technician II 3CIS 239 Help Desk Tools and Techniques 2Total Required Units: 16Networking AdministrationThis certificate provides training in the technical skills(Windows operating system, networking, hardware,and troubleshooting) needed by network administratorsfor entry-level positions. These skills are credentialed byindustry standard exams such as the Microsoft MCSE(Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) certificationexam, the CompTIA Network+ certification exam, andthe CompTIA A+ certification exam for hardware.Certificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsCIS 1 Introduction to Computer InformationSystems 4CIS 69 Windows Network Administration 4CIS 73 Networking Concepts 4CIS 201 Introduction to Computer Hardware 4Total Required Units: 16ProgrammingCertificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsCIS 6 Introduction to Programming 5CIS 26 C Programming (4)orCIS 25Object Oriented programming UsingC++ (4) 4CIS 36A Java Programming Language I 4CIS 47 Visual Basic Programming 4Total Required Units: 17Web PublishingCertificate of Proficiency Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsCIS 233 Introduction to the Internet 2CIS 234A World Wide Web Publishing I 2CIS 234B World Wide Web Publishing II 2CIS 234D Web Authoring 2CIS 234E Creating an E-Commerce Web Site 2Total Required Units: 10CIS 1Introduction to Computer Information Systems4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCGeneral nature of computer hardware, software andsystems: Hands-on applications include introduction toword processing, spreadsheet, database managementand presentation software, and a brief introduction toweb browsing and e-mail. 0702.00AA/AS area 4c; CSU area ECIS 5Introduction to Computer Science5 units, 4 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to computer science: Architecture of digitalcomputers, design of algorithms for solving variousproblems, and basic skills in computer programming.0706.00AA/AS area 4c

computer information systems (CIS)111CIS 6Introduction to Computer Programming5 units, 4 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 5Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to computer programming: Algorithmdesign, flow charting, and debugging; elements of goodprogramming style. Course may be instructed in anyprogramming language. 0707.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 23C# Programming4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCC# programming: Basic unified modeling language(UML) notation in object-oriented software design anddevelopment using the C# programming language ina .Net environment; focus on the program structure,syntax, constructs and keywords of the C# programminglanguage, concepts of intermediate languages (ILs), thecommon language runtime (CLR), and .Net standarddata types. 0707.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 25Object-Oriented Programming Using C++4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Recommended preparation: CIS 6 or 10 or 12 or 24 or 26Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCObject-oriented methods of software developmentusing C++: Design and implementation of objects, classconstruction and destruction, encapsulation, inheritance,and polymorphism. 0707.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 26C Programming4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 3 and 6 or 12 or 20 or24Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCFundamental program and data structures that compriseC programs: Functions, control flow, data types, storageclasses, arrays, pointers, structures, and input/output.0707.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 36AJava Programming Language I4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: CIS 25 or 26 or 215Recommended preparation: CIS 233 or 237Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to object-oriented program design:Overview of the Java programming language includingdeveloping applets for web pages and stand-aloneapplications. 0707.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 36BJava Programming Language II4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: CIS 36AAcceptable for credit: CSU , UCObject-oriented program design using the Javaprogramming language: Designing and programmingwith exceptions, threads, file input/output (I/O);networking and graphics classes; developing codes usingtools such as Java 2D API and SWING; and working withprojects in areas such as animation. 0707.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 39AUnix/Linux Operating Systems4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: CIS 5Acceptable for credit: CSUThe Unix/Linux operating system: Emphasis on filesystem, e-mail, shell commands and programming,editing, programming tools, administrative structures,and utilities. 0702.00AA/AS area 4cCIS 40Database Management4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 1 or 5Acceptable for credit: CSUDesign, implementation, and maintenance of databases:Analysis of user requirements; building tables, queries,forms, reports, and other topics. 0702.10AA/AS area 4c

112 computer information systems (CIS)CIS 42Spreadsheet Applications4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 1 or 5 or 200Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in CIS 42A and/or 42B.Eligible for credit by examination.Acceptable for credit: CSUPrinciples of electronic spreadsheets using featuresavailable with current popular spreadsheet software:Worksheet creation, formatting and charting; enteringdata and formulas; functions; editing and printing;web queries; basic database functions of sorting andquerying; creating web pages; logical functions; lookuptables; Pivot Tables, Pivot Charts, and trendlines; graphicdesign for financial statements; creating templates; usingmacros. 0702.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 47Visual Basic Programming4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 5Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to Visual Basic programming and problemsolving: Using loops and arrays; implementing labels,buttons, textboxes, menus, dialog boxes and multipleforms; error handling and debugging. 0707.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Computer InformationSystems.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 0702.00CIS 49Independent Study in Computer InformationSystems.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 0702.00CIS 69Windows Network Administration4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUWindows network administration: Skills necessaryto perform day-to-day administration tasks for aworkstation and server in a Microsoft-based network.0708.10AA/AS area 4c

computer information systems (CIS)113CIS 73Networking Concepts4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: CIS 1 or 5Acceptable for credit: CSUNetworking concepts: Network architecture, hardware,software, concepts, protocols and standards. 0708.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 97AOracle SQL and PL/SQL4 units, 3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: CIS 1Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to the design and development of multiuserrelational database systems: Oracle SQL andfundamentals of PL/SQL programming. 0707.20AA/AS area 4cCIS 200Computer Concepts and Applications1.5 units, 1 hour lecture, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Eligible for credit by exam.Introduction to computer concepts: Terminology,word processing, spreadsheets, database management,presentation graphics, and the Internet. 0702.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 201Introduction to Computer Hardware4 units, 3 hours lecture, 4 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Not open for credit to students who have completedor are currently enrolled in CIS 201A and/or 201B atLaney.Introduction to computer hardware: Maintaining andservicing computer equipment, fundamental conceptsand architecture, major computer subsystems andperipheral devices, common computer problems,troubleshooting techniques, repair procedures andpreventive maintenance; examines traditional, currentand emerging computer technologies. 0708.20AA/AS area 4cCIS 205Computer Literacy1 unit, 14 term hours lecture, 14 term hours laboratory(GR or P/NP)Also offered as Bus 219. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Business219.Introduction to computers and information technologyfor people with no background in nor knowledge ofcomputers. 0701.00AA/AS area 4cCIS 209Introduction to Windows1 unit, .75 hours lecture, .75 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 205Introduction to graphical user interfaces using MicrosoftWindows. 0702.00AA/AS area 4cCIS 223AIntroduction to Word1 unit, 13.5 term hours lecture, 13.5 term hours laboratory(GR or P/NP)Introduction to word processing using MicrosoftWord: Basic functions such as open, close, save, andprint; creating and editing documents, text and printformatting techniques, spell checking, assimilatinggraphs and tables in documents. 0702.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 223BIntroduction to Excel1 unit, 13.5 term hours lecture, 13.5 term hours laboratory(GR or P/NP)Introduction to computerized spreadsheets usingMicrosoft Excel: Basic functions such as open, close,save and print; formulas and functions, creating charts,and formatting commands for setting up worksheets.0702.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 223CIntroduction to Access1 unit, 13.5 term hours lecture, 13.5 term hours laboratory(GR or P/NP)Introduction to database management using MicrosoftAccess: Basic functions such as open, close, save andprint; creating, maintaining, organizing, sorting, andpresenting data using querying, forms and reportfunctions. 0702.10AA/AS area 4c

114 computer information systems (CIS)CIS 223DIntroduction to PowerPoint1 unit, 13.5 term hours lecture, 13.5 term hours laboratory(GR or P/NP)Introduction to presentation graphics software: Basicconcepts such as creating on-screen slides using graphics,tables, charts, and formatted text. 0702.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 224Introduction to the Internet1 unit, .75 hours lecture, .75 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Eligible for credit by examinationIntroduction to the Internet for access to informationresources: Web browsers, web sites, web pages, electronicmail, and skills relevant to participating in an online,hybrid, or web-enhanced course. 0709.00AA/AS area 4cCIS 225AWeb Pages I1 unit, 13.5 term hours lecture, 13.5 term hours laboratory(GR or P/NP)Introduction to creating and publishing Web pages onthe Internet. 0709.00AA/AS area 4cCIS 226ADesktop Support Technician I3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 1Windows desktop operating system: Configuring andtroubleshooting, access to resources, hardware devices,desktop and user environments, and network services.0708.20AA/AS area 4cCIS 226BDesktop Support Technician II3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 1Windows desktop applications: Support for usersrunning applications on Windows desktops. 0708.20AA/AS area 4cCIS 227Word Processing for Legal Professionals3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Bus 230DEF (Self-Paced).Students should be able to type 25 words per minute.Also offered as BUS 227. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in BUS227.Emphasis on the use of Microsoft Office WordApplication features to create legal-oriented documents:legal correspondence, legal pleadings, memorandumof points and authorities, table of contents, table ofauthorities, indexes, and forms. 0706.00AA/AS area 4cCIS 233Introduction to the Internet: Search Engines,Access Methods, and Resources2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 200 or CIS 205 or BUS219Also offered as Bus 223. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Bus223.Using the Internet for access to information resources:Access methods, resources, and how to use them.0709.00AA/AS area 4cCIS 234AWorld Wide Web Publishing I2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 233 and Grart 112Creating and publishing Web pages over the Internetusing the Hypertext Markup Language (HTML).0709.00AA/AS area 4cCIS 234BWorld Wide Web Publishing II2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: CIS 233 and 234ARecommended preparation: Grart 112Continuation of CIS 234A: Emphasis on advancedHTML and layout techniques, client-side image maps,CGI scripting, introduction to cascading style sheets anddynamic scripting. 0709.00AA/AS area 4c

computer information systems (CIS)115CIS 234DWeb Authoring2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 234AArt of web design and the power of web authoring inwebsite content management and functionality: Websitetemplates, customization, layout tables, interactiveforms, frames, database interface, wizards, sourcecontrols, dynamic layers, instant updates, multimediacontent, subsite and website management. 0709.00AA/AS area 4cCIS 234ECreating an E-Commerce Web Site2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 234ABusiness strategies and programming techniques in thedesign and development of an electronic commerce webpresence: Banner ads, auto responders, product catalogs,shopping carts, cookies, electronic payment systems,online database and website security management.0709.00AA/AS area 4cCIS 239Help-Desk Tools and Techniques2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR orP/NP)Recommended preparation: CIS 1Help-desk tools and techniques: Troubleshootingproblems on computer systems, both networked andstand-alone; customer-service skills for success; use ofhelp-desk software. 0708.20AA/AS area 4cCIS 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Computer InformationSystems.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0702.00CIS 238AWord Processing I3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Bus 238A. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Bus238A.Introduction to word processing concepts and basiccomputer operations: File management; creating, editingand printing documents; spell checker, thesaurus,and grammar tools; graphics; text formatting andmanipulation; tables; and basic desktop publishing.0702.10AA/AS area 4cCIS 238BWord Processing II3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Bus 238A or CIS 238AAlso offered as Bus 238B. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Bus238B.Intermediate level word processing skills: Templates andstyles, preparing and managing long documents, mailmerge, integrating word processing applications withother applications and the World Wide Web, customizingword processing applications, creating and using forms,writing macros, and desktop publishing. 0702.10AA/AS area 4c

116COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE EDUCATION (COPED)COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE EDUCATION(COPED)Duplicate credit will not be granted for concurrentenrollment in General Work Experience andOccupational Work Experience education. A maximumof 16 units can be granted for occupational workexperience or a combination of general and occupationalwork experience education. The student’s plan of workand study must have the approval of the college workexperience supervisor.Work experience, in conjunction with a program ofinstruction, makes it possible for a student to obtaincollege credit for paid or volunteer experience.Students may enroll in no more than four units ofCooperative Work Experience Education per semester,on the basis of 75 hours of paid work experience persemester per each unit of credit, or 60 hours of unpaidor volunteer work experience per semester per eachunit of credit.COPED 450General Work Experience1-3 units, hours to be arranged (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes for a maximum of 16 units for occupationalor a combination of general and occupational workexperience education.Supervised employment to assist in acquiring desirablework habits and attitudes, increase educationalmotivation, and develop improved human relationsskills. Employment need not be related to educational oroccupational goals. 4932.00

COUNSELING(COUN)COUNSELING (COUN)117COUN 24College Success3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Engl 201BNot open for credit to students who have completedLrnre 24.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIdentification and development of resources thatfacilitate college success: High-performance learningutilizing information organization and management,critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, effectivetime management, learning styles and strategies andmemory theory, goal setting and educational planning,and campus/community resources. 4930.10CSU area ECOUN 30Personal Growth and Development3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Engl 201B or ESL 21BAcceptable for credit: CSUExamination of the psycho-social dynamics of personalgrowth: Focus on self exploration, learning to makechoices, stress and coping, interpersonal relationships,origin and resolution of conflicts and the role of emotionsin behavior and health; includes active personalinvolvement, group interaction, and self-study. 4930.10AA/AS area 2; CSU area ECOUN 57Career and Life Planning3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Engl 201BNot open for credit to students who have completedLrnre 57.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIn-depth career and life planning: Self-exploration,identifying values, interests, needs and goals;development of skills for assuming careers and lifestylesover the life span, influence of career choice on thequality of life, and the development of a career actionplan. Designed to assist those students considering thetransition of a career change or undecided about theselection of a college transfer major. 4930.10CSU area ECOUN 200AOrientation to College.5 units, .5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Information for new students: College programs, policiesand procedures, campus resources and assessment.4930.10COUN 200BOrientation to College.5 units, .5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Coun 200AEducational planning and college success skills:Development of a Student Educational Plan (SEP) witha counselor and introduction to topics such as timemanagement, study skills, note-taking, and test-takingtechniques. 4930.10COUN 207ACareer Exploration1 unit, 1 hour lecture (GR or P/NP)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Coun 207.Career decision making: Exploration and clarificationof values, skills, and goals to facilitate informed andrealistic career choices, and introduction to personal andoccupational assessment tools. 4930.10COUN 207BCareer Exploration1 unit, 1 hour lecture (GR or P/NP)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Coun 207.Occupational assessment tools: Practice in networking,informational interviews, research on employmentopportunities and trends, and resources used in jobsearch. 4930.10COUN 207CCareer Exploration1 unit, 1 hour lecture (GR or P/NP)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Coun 207.Job search skills: Resumes, cover letters, telephone skills,and interviewing techniques. 4930.10COUN 221Preparing for College/University Transfer.5 units, .5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)In-depth information and assistance with the transferprocess to four-year colleges and universities: Lowerdivisionmajor and general education requirements,college/university selection, admission procedures,application deadlines, financial aid, and scholarshipinformation. Students will receive the informationnecessary to develop a Student Educational Plan (SEP)for transfer. 4930.10

118COUNSELING (COUN)COUN 224College Preparedness2-3 units, 2-3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Coun 200A and 200BAcquisition of college success skills: Time management,good study habits, effective note taking, goal-settingstrategies, educational planning, and use of library andother learning resources. 4930.10COUN 230Strategies for Personal Development3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Examination of theories and principles of personalgrowth and interpersonal effectiveness: Dynamics ofrelationships in the areas of friendship, love, family,school, occupations and other group relations; emphasison self exploration and developing positive copingstrategies. 4930.10Proposed to meet AA/AS area 2

DANCE (DANCE)119DANCE(DANCE)DANCE 10Ballet1 unit, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study and development of the skills and techniques ofballet. 1008.00CSU area EDANCE 24Ballroom Dance1 unit, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study and development of the skills and techniques ofballroom dance: Latin-American dances which rangefrom familiar social dances popular in past decades(Rumba, Cha-Cha, Tango, Samba, Meringue, andPachanga) to the pulsating and physically excitingcontemporary Hispanic dances, such as Lambada, Salsa,and the Macarena. 1008.00CSU area EDANCE 30Jazz Dance1 unit, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study and development of the skills and techniques ofjazz dance: Development of proficiency in skills related torhythm, dance production, stagecraft and choreography.1008.00CSU area EDANCE 31Basic Dance Techniques (Modern, Ballet, andJazz).5 units, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Introduction to the most widely-used techniques ofmodern, ballet and jazz dance. 1008.00CSU area EDANCE 40Modern Dance1 unit, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study and development of the skills and techniques ofmodern dance. 1008.00CSU area EDANCE 43Swing Dance1 unit, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study and development of the skills and techniquesof swing dance: Commonality of various swing danceforms such as East Coast, West Coast, “Jive,” “Linoy,”“Jitterbug,” Country/Western, and historical significanceas the national dance of the United States. 1008.00CSU area E

120 DANCE (DANCE)DANCE 44Salsa1 unit, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study and development of the skills and techniques ofsalsa dance: Examination of the roots of salsa; rumba,cha-cha-cha, mambo, meringue, rueda, casino and clubstyledancing; emphasis on dance technique, rhythmictraining and culture. 1008.00CSU area EDANCE 45Swing, Salsa, and Tango.5 units, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Development of the skills and techniques of swing, salsaand tango dance. 1008.00CSU area EDANCE 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Dance.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1008.00DANCE 49Independent Study in Dance.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1008.00DANCE 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Dance.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1008.00

DENTAL ASSISTING(DENTL)DENTAL ASSISTING (DENTL)121The Dental Assisting Program at College of Alamedais a national and state accredited program.Dental Assisting is the study of the dental healthcareindustry, which address the issues of patient dental careand oral health. This program includes California dentallaw, ethics, professionalism, infection control, head andneck anatomy, dental radiology, dental materials andchairside skills.The fall semester courses introduce basic theory andchairside skills, leading to more advanced studiescourses during the spring semester, which also includeinternships and advanced use of technology withindentistry. A Certificate of Achievement is awardedupon successful completion of the program. The DentalAssisting Program prepares you for the CaliforniaRegistered Dental Assistant and National CertifiedDental Assistant exams.The program seeks individuals who enjoy interactionwith people, teamwork, have good communicationsskills, enjoy variety in their work and enjoy excellentworking opportunities and conditions. Dental Assistingis a rewarding and stable career.This full-time curriculum is designed to meet therequirements of the American Dental AssociationCouncil on Dental Education for Dental Assistants. Theprogram includes lecture and laboratory practice in theclassroom. Clinical experience is required in the dentalclinics of the University of California and the Universityof Pacific Dental Schools in San Francisco, as well as inprivate dental offices. Students completing all requiredcourses with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 (“C”)will earn a Certificate of Achievement and be qualifiedto take the Certification Examination of the DANB,the State of California RDA examinations, and will beprepared to assume the responsibilities of assisting thedentist in all phases of general practice. The programrequires 28.5 semester units in Dental Assisting, plus9 semester units in other general education requiredcourses.Admission is by special application directly to theDental Assisting Department. Candidates must possessa high school diploma or the equivalent. All eligibilityrequirements, including having official transcriptson file, must be completed prior to applying to theprogram. The application deadline is April 15 of eachyear for admission into the program starting the

122 DENTAL ASSISTING (DENTL)following fall semester. Applicants will be notified bymail of acceptance into the Dental Assisting program.Applications received after April 15 will be acceptedonly on a space-available basis.The AS degree in Dental Assisting will be awardedupon satisfactory completion of the major courserequirements listed below and the General Educationrequirements for the Associate in Science Degree listedin the Degrees and Programs section of this Catalog.Eligibility/Admission/Prerequisite andDegree/Certificate Requirements:1. Possession of a high school diploma or the equivalentprior to application to and admission into theprogram.2. Official transcripts must be on file in the Admissionsand Records Office prior to program application.3. It is highly recommended that the following becompleted prior to admission into the program andenrollment in Fall term courses:• DENTL 251, Overview of the Dental AssistingProfession• DENTL 348AB, Dental Terminology• BUS 230D-F, Keyboarding• CIS 205, Computer Literacy4. Completion of HLTED 9, Standard First Aid andSafety (2 units); and HLTED 11, CPR (.5 units);OR possession of current cards as evidence ofcompletion are required prior to enrollment inDENTL 223.5. Physical and dental examinations, and negativeTB and hepatitis test results are required to besubmitted to the Dental Assisting Department priorto enrollment in DENTL 223.6. Completion of all Dental Assisting courses with agrade of 2.0 (“C”) or better is required to be eligiblefor the AS degree and Certificate of Completion inDental Assisting.Degree Major/Certificate Requirements:SPRING SEMESTERDENTL 224B Dental Radiology II 3DENTL 226 Advanced Chairside Procedures 3DENTL 227 Biodental Sciences 2DENTL 228A Clinical Rotations and Review 2DENTL 228B Clinical Rotations and Internship 5DENTL 229 Practice Management 1.5Semester Total 16.5Complete the following 9 units at any time:ENGL 201B*Preparation for Composition andReading 3PSYCH 1A Introduction to General Psychology 3COMM 1A Introduction to Speech (3)orCOMM 20 Interpersonal Communication (3)orCOMM 45 Public Speaking (3) 3Subtotal 9Total Required Units: 44*A higher level English course, such as Engl 1A, may besubstituted for Engl 201B.DENTL 220AInfection Control and Oral Health2 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory (GR) (12weeks)Corequisite: Dentl 221 and 222 and 223 and 224A and225Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 20 or45Introduction to infection control and oral health:Emphasis on infection control and disinfectiontechniques for patient and occupational protection;disease transmission, microbiology, and application ofCal-DOSH (OSHA) blood-borne pathogens standards,Dental Board Infection Control guidelines, and CDCrecommendations for healthcare settings; relationshipand value of nutrition in promoting good oral health.1240.10Dept/No. Title UnitsPREREQUISITE COURSES:HLTED 9 First Aid and Safety 2HLTED 11 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation .5Subtotal 2.5FALL SEMESTERDENTL 220A Infection Control and Oral Health 2DENTL 220B Infection Control and Coronal Polish 1DENTL 221 Professional Standards .5DENTL 222 Oral Anatomy, Morphology andBody Systems 3.5DENTL 223 Chairside Procedures 3DENTL 224A Dental Radiology I 3DENTL 225 Dental Materials and LabProcedures 3Semester Total 16

DENTAL ASSISTING (DENTL)123DENTL 220BInfection Control and Coronal Polish1 unit, .5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR) (5weeks)Prerequisite: Dentl 220ACorequisite: Dentl 221 and 222 and 223 and 224A and225Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 20 or45Introduction to infection control and coronal polish:Emphasis on coronal polish, infection control, sterilizationand disinfection techniques, and legal considerationsfor patient and occupational protection; application ofCal-DOSH (OSHA) blood-borne pathogens standards,Dental Board Infection Control guidelines, and CDCrecommendations for healthcare settings; principlesof tooth polishing and plaque and stain formation,indications and contra-indications of coronal polishing,polishing agent composition and storage and handling;characteristics, manipulation, and care of dental handpieces; nutritional information for good oral health andpreventative care. 1240.10DENTL 221Professional Standards.5 units, 10 term hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Dentl 220Corequisite: Dentl 222 and 223 and 224A and 225Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 45Introduction and hands-on orientation to the dentalassisting profession and the career of dentistry: Studyof nutrition, health, professionalism, history of dentistryand allied organizations; emphasis on licensure andcertification, the duties of chairside assistants, the legalramifications of dentistry, ethics and jurisprudence.1240.10DENTL 222Oral Anatomy, Morphology and Body Systems3.5 units, 3 hours lecture, 1.5 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: Dentl 220 and 221 and 223 and 224A and225Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 45Introduction to general anatomy, body systems, andhead and neck anatomy: Emphasis on the teeth and theirsupporting structures. 1240.10

124DENTAL ASSISTING (DENTL)DENTL 223Chairside Procedures3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Hlted 9 and 11, or current First Aid andCPR cards; and health clearances: physical and dentalexaminations, and negative TB and hepatitis test resultsCorequisite: Dentl 220A and 220B and 221 and 222 and224A and 225Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 20 or45Principles of chairside assisting: Operative proceduresincluding chairside responsibilities, instrumentidentification, four-handed techniques, sequences ofdental procedures and dental anesthesia; maintenanceof dental equipment and operatory systems. 1240.10DENTL 224ADental Radiology I3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: Dentl 220A and 220B and 221 and 222 and223 and 225Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 20 or45Basic principles of radiation and radiation safety andprotection: Elementary anatomic landmarks for exposingdental radiographs on X-ray mannequins using bisectingand parallel techniques; radiological terminology andvocabulary including basic digital radiography; radiologicinfection control; and proficiency, through examination,in radiation safety and protection techniques as requiredby ADA accrediting standards. 1240.10DENTL 224BDental Radiology II3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Dentl 220A and 220B and 221 and 222 and223 and 224A and 225Corequisite: Dentl 226 and 227 and 228A and 228B and229Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 20 or45Advanced principles of radiation and radiation safetyand protection: Intermediate and advanced principlesof radiology including film placement, angulations andexposures; anatomical identification and interpretationof radiologic images; specialty radiographic proceduressuch as digital radiographs, occlusal films, and pedoFMX; experience in exposing film on human subjectsand advanced darkroom/processing procedures;and community service project serving underservedpopulation within the local area. 1240.10DENTL 225Dental Materials and Lab Procedures3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: Dentl 220 and 221 and 222 and 223 and224ARecommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 45Study and safe manipulation of dental materials usedin operative and restorative dental procedures: Useof instruments and lab equipment, safety and healthhazards, and patient safety. 1240.10DENTL 226Advanced Chairside Procedures3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Dentl 220A and 220B and 221 and 222 and223 and 224A and 225Corequisite: Dentl 224B and 227 and 228A and 228B and229Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 20 or45Advanced study of dental specialties: Endodontics,pediatrics, oral surgery, orthodontics, and periodonticsto reflect Dental Board of California educationalrequirements and preparation for the CaliforniaRegistered Dental Assistant examination. 1240.10DENTL 227Biodental Sciences2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Dentl 222Corequisite: Dentl 228Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 45Introduction to biodental sciences: Emphasis on oralpathology relating to occupational hazards; identificationof oral lesions and dental pharmacology; preparationfor office emergencies, both medical and dental; legalresponsibility of assistants; and patient health and safety.1240.10DENTL 228AClinical Rotations and Review2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Dentl 220A and 220B and 221 and 222 and223 and 224A and 225Corequisite: Dentl 224B and 226 and 227 and 228B and229Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl201B or higher, and Psych 1A, and Comm 1A or 20 or45Advanced study of specialty areas in dentistry:Restorative and preventative materials, amalgam,composites, sealants, prosthodontics, endodontics,orthodontics, oral surgery, periodontics, and pediatrics.1240.10

DENTAL ASSISTING (DENTL)125DENTL 228BClinical Rotations and Review5 units, 16 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Dentl 220A and 220B and 221 and 222 and223 and 224A and 225Corequisite: Dentl 224B and 226 and 227 and 228A and229Application of practical chairside skills in clinicalrotations at private dental offices and local dental schools:Manipulation of dental materials, front office skills, andcare of the dental patient during dental procedures.1240.10DENTL 252Overview of the Dental Assisting Program1 unit, 1 hour lecture (GR)Introductory study and basic overview of the dentalassisting profession: Professionalism, restorativematerials, infection control procedures, and dentaltechniques including laboratory procedures. 1240.10DENTL 229Practice Management1.5 units, 1.5 hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: Dentl 228Recommended preparation: Bus 230D-F, and CIS 205,and Dentl 251 and 252, and Engl 201B or higher, andPsych 1A, and Comm 1A or 45Practice of dental office management duties andresponsibilities: Receptionist and office managementduties including patient relationships, telephonetechniques, inventory control, chart management,dental records, correspondence, filing, appointmentand recall systems; computer program skills to includedental software relating to accounts payable/receivable,insurance forms, and banking procedures. 1240.10DENTL 230Pit and Fissure Sealants0.5 units, 0.34 hour lecture, 0.51 hour laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Dentl 220A and 220B and 221 and 222 and223 and 224A and 225Corequisite: Dentl 224B and 226 and 227 and 228A and228B and 229Recommended preparation: Dentl 251 and 252Legal requirements and scope of practice as related to Pitand Fissure Sealants: Morphology of the teeth; l identifyindication and contraindications of Pit and Fissure Sealants;importance of documentation; infection control, equipmentand armamentarium needed as well as instrument grasp,fulcrum techniques and application of materials. 1240.10DENTL 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Dental Assisting.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1240.10DENTL 251Dental Terminology1 unit, 1 hours lecture (GR)Introduction to dental terminology: Terminology relatedto body structure, pathological conditions and diseases;operative terms and techniques including laboratorydiagnostic procedures. 1240.10

126 DIESEL MECHANICS (DMECH)DIESEL MECHANICS(DMECH)Prepare for a well-paying career in Diesel and TruckMechanics!Journey-level diesel and truck mechanics are highlyrespected technical experts in their field. They workindependently to solve problems using professionaljudgment, and take responsibility for the safe operationof the equipment that they repair and maintain.Diesel and truck mechanics also specialize in a particularfield. Areas of specialization include trucks, buses,boats, ships, locomotives, construction machines, and allclassifications of support equipment. On the job, dieseland truck mechanics perform a range of duties includingthe following:• Diagnosing problems in mechanical, electrical, andelectronic systems that require the use of sophisticatedcomputers and other diagnostic test equipment.• Troubleshooting electronic controls that govern engineperformance and horsepower. Transmissions andbrake systems are increasingly controlled by electronicsystems that interface with engine function.• Troubleshooting steering, hydraulic, and pneumaticsystems as well as brakes, axles, differentials, electricmotors, and compressors.Technical and Professional Skills Developed in theProgram• Apply safe work habits and practices.• Troubleshoot and perform repairs in mechanical,electrical, and electronic systems.• Use computers to diagnose equipment and researchinformation.• Perform preventative maintenance such as engine tuneups,front-end alignments, and brake adjustments.• Operate shop machinery and equipment includinghoists, overhead cranes, forklifts, hydraulic jacks,steam cleaners, floor jacks, disassembly stands,grinders, drill presses, hydraulic presses, and beadblasters.• Select and use precision tools such as torque wrenches,micrometers, dial indicators, tap and dies, and boregauges.• Maintain professional attitude in challenging workingconditions.• Develop self-confidence and pride in workmanship.• Think analytically and make professional decisions.Skills, Background, and Personal Qualities Helpful forSuccess in the Program• Proficiency in basic math, reading, communicationand personal computers.• Completion of high school courses in auto, metal,machine shop, and science.• Mechanical aptitude and ability.• Self-discipline to learn to carry out precision work toInstructorMike RobertsonInstructorScott Albrightindustry standards.• Good physical condition and coordination.• Commitment to lifelong learning to keep pace withnew technology.• Experience with equipment and tools.The Diesel Mechanics program in heavy duty truck anddiesel mechanics prepares students to enter the job marketas beginning mechanics or apprentices in this field, andallows students to continue their education toward theBaccalaureate degree in advanced schools of technologyor as teachers in this field of specialization, or to broadentheir skills in areas of management. Instruction includesthe use of hand and power tools, elementary throughadvanced principles of diesel engines theory andoperation; maintenance and repair of automotive andmarine-type diesel engines and auxiliary equipment;and use of testing equipment.Upon registering for a class in Diesel Mechanics, thestudent will receive a list of required basic tools. Inaddition, the student will be expected to provide toolsthat relate to the particular course in which he/she hasenrolled. The purpose of this requirement is to assurethat students graduating from the program possesstools in sufficient quantity to enter the trade adequatelyprepared.A Certificate of Achievement in Diesel Mechanics willbe awarded upon satisfactory completion of the majorcourse requirements listed below.The AS degree will be awarded upon completion of themajor course requirements listed below and the GeneralEducation requirements for the Associate in ScienceDegree listed in the Degrees and Programs section ofthis Catalog.

DIESEL MECHANICS (DMECH)127Degree Major/Certificate Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsFIRST SEMESTERDMECH 11 Truck Mechanics Chassis Systems I 6DMECH 20A Truck Mechanics I 4Semester Total 10SECOND SEMESTERDMECH 12 Truck Mechanics Chassis Systems II 6DMECH 20B Truck Mechanics II 4AUTOB 12 Service Welding for TransportationTechnology 2Semester Total 12THIRD SEMESTERDMECH 14 Diesel Engines I 4DMECH 21A Diesel Engines Lecture/Laboratory 6ATECH 23 Automotive Air Conditioning 4Semester Total 14FOURTH SEMESTERDMECH 15 Diesel Engines II 4DMECH 21B Diesel Engines Lecture/Laboratory 6Semester Total 10Total Required Units: 46Recommended:Students may wish to take additional courses from thefollowing, in consultation with a counselor:Dmech 20C, Truck Mechanics III (4)Dmech 20D, Truck Mechanics IV (4)Dmech 21C, Diesel Engines Lecture/Laboratory (6)Dmech 21D, Diesel Engines Lecture/Laboratory (6)DMECH 11Heavy-Duty Truck Chassis, Transmission, andDrive Axles6 units, 6 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUAlso offered as Appr 451. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Appr451.Operation, service, maintenance, and problem solving ofheavy-duty truck chassis systems: Clutches, transmission,rear axles, and front-end alignment; uses Internet- andfactory-based computerized research materials. 0947.00DMECH 12Heavy-Duty Truck’s Electrical System andBrake System6 units, 6 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUAlso offered as Appr 452. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Appr452.Operation, service, and maintenance of heavy-dutytruck brake and electrical systems: Emphasis on criticalthinking and problem solving of the air brake andelectrical systems, including computer diagnostics andcomputer on-board networking programs. 0947.00DMECH 14Diesel Engines I4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUAlso offered as Appr 453. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Appr453.Theory and operation of truck diesel engines andrelated sub-systems: Newest available technology on thecommercial market. 0947.00DMECH 15Diesel Engines II4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUAlso offered as Appr 454. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Appr454.Advanced theory and operation of truck diesel enginesand related sub-systems: Newest available technologyon the commercial market. 0947.00DMECH 20ATruck Mechanics I4 units, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: Dmech 11Acceptable for credit: CSUHands-on experience in diagnosing, servicing, andmaintaining heavy-duty truck chassis systems: Clutches,transmission, rear axles, and front-end alignment; usesInternet- and factory-based computerized supportprograms. 0947.00DMECH 20BTruck Mechanics II4 units, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: Dmech 12Acceptable for credit: CSUHands-on experience in diagnosing, servicing, andmaintaining heavy-duty truck brake and electricalsystems: Emphasizes on problem solving andtroubleshooting of heavy-duty brake and electricalsystems. 0947.00

128 DIESEL MECHANICS (DMECH)DMECH 20CTruck Mechanics III4 units, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Dmech 20A and 20BAcceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced practical application of scientific principlesof truck mechanics in servicing and repairing thepowertrain: Transmission, clutches, hydraulic andrear-axle systems and other components of the chassis.0947.00DMECH 20DTruck Mechanics IV4 units, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Dmech 20CAcceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced practical application of scientific principlesof truck mechanics in servicing and repairing truck airbrake and electrical systems: Air valves, pots, electricalsystem, starter lighting, computer engine controls andprogramming. 0947.00DMECH 20ETruck Mechanics V4 units, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Dmech 11 and 20A and 20CRecommend Preparation: CIS 205 or equivalent, courses invocational teaching or physical fitness program: heavy-dutymechanic’s job duties often required the lifting of objects andtools that weigh over 100 lbs.Acceptable for credit: CSUStudents work independently in this advanced lab to developdemonstrations and lesson plans in advanced practicalapplication of scientific principles of truck mechanics inservicing and repairing the powertrain: Transmissions,clutches, hydraulic, rear-axle systems and other componentsof the chassis. 0947.00DMECH 20FTruck Mechanics VI4 units, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Dmech 11 and 20B and 20DRecommend Preparation: CIS 205 or equivalent, courses invocational teaching or physical fitness program: heavy-dutymechanic’s job duties often required the lifting of objects andtools that weigh over 100 lbs.Acceptable for credit: CSUStudents work independently in this advanced lab to developdemonstrations and lesson plans for advanced practicalapplication of scientific principles of truck mechanics inservicing and repairing truck air brake and electrical system:Air valves, pots, electrical systems, starter lighting, computerengine controls and programming. 0947.00DMECH 21ADiesel Engine Lecture/Laboratory6 units, 2 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: Dmech 14Acceptable for credit: CSUTheory, operation, and practical application of truckdiesel engines and related sub-systems: Engine oil andfilters, fuel system, air-induction system, cooling system,fan belts, engine tune-up, water pump, fuel injectors,fuel pump, and other related components. 0947.00DMECH 21BDiesel Engine Lecture/Laboratory6 units, 2 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Corequisite: Dmech 15Acceptable for credit: CSUTheory, operation, and practical application of truckdiesel engines and related sub-systems: Cylinderhead, pistons and liners, main bearings, turbo/blower,Cummins accessory drive, cam timing, and other relatedcomponents; engine troubleshooting. 0947.00DMECH 21CDiesel Engine Lecture/Laboratory6 units, 2 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Dmech 21A and 21BAcceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced theory, operation, and practical applicationof truck diesel engines and related sub-systems: Engineoil and filters, fuel system, air-induction system, coolingsystem, fan belts, engine tune-up, water pump, fuelinjectors, fuel pump, and other related components.0947.00DMECH 21DDiesel Engine Lecture/Laboratory6 units, 2 hours lecture, 12 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Dmech 21CAcceptable for credit: CSUAdvanced theory, operation, and practical applicationof truck diesel engines and related sub-systems:Replacement and removal of cylinder heads, pistons andliners, main bearings, turbo/blower, Cummins accessorydrive, cam timing, and other related components;advanced engine troubleshooting. 0947.00DMECH 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Diesel Mechanics.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 0947.00

DIESEL MECHANICS (DMECH)129DMECH 49Independent Study in Diesel Mechanics.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 0947.00DMECH 202Forklift Operation and Certification1 units, 1 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Training in forklift operations typically used in thewarehousing and distribution industries. Training coversoperation, inspection, basic maintenance and safety. 0947.00DMECH 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Diesel Mechanics.5-9 units, 0-9 hours lecture, 0-27 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0947.00

130ECONOMICS(ECON)ECONOICS (ECON) - EDUCATION (EDUC)EDUCATION(EDUC)ECON 1Principles of Economics (Macro-Economics)3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroductory economic concepts: Measurements ofnational income and production; causes of inflation,recession and depression; money and banking;government monetary and fiscal (spending and taxation)policies; stabilization techniques; economic growth;history of economic thought and philosophy. 2204.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4ECON 2Principles of Economics (Micro-Economics)3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Econ 1 is not prerequisite to Econ 2.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCPrinciples of micro-economics: Forms of businessorganization, theory of the firm within competitive andnoncompetitive markets, distribution of income, poverty,labor issues, agriculture. 2204.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4ECON 5Introduction to Economics3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to macro- and micro-economics: Methodsand principles of economics, such as understandingeconomic behavior, economic decision-making, andgovernment policy. 2204.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4EDUC 1Introduction to the Field of Education3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistorical and sociological analysis of the educationsystem and careers in teaching: Study of principles ofeffective instructional models with emphasis on studentcenteredand culturally-relevant methods, research ofresources for curriculum and instruction, and observationof teaching practices in local schools. 0801.00AA/AS area 2EDUC 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Education.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU.See section on Selected Topics. 0801.00EDUC 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Education.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0801.00EDUC 348AA-FZSelected Topics in Education.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0801.00ECON 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Economics.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 2204.00ECON 49Independent Study in Economics.5-5 units, .5-5 units lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 2204.00ECON 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Economics.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 2204.00

ENGLISH(ENGL)english (ENGL)131The AA degree in English will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the major course requirementslisted below and the General Education requirementsfor the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsENGL 1A Composition and Reading 4ENGL 1B Composition and Reading 4Select four courses (12 units) from the following:ENGL 10A Creative Writing (3)ENGL 10B Creative Writing (3)ENGL 17A Shakespeare (3)ENGL 17B Shakespeare (3)ENGL 27A Bible as Literature: Old Testament (3)ENGL 27B Bible as Literature: New Testament (3)ENGL 30A Introduction to American Literature (3)ENGL 30B Introduction to American Literature (3)ENGL 31 African-American Literature (3)ENGL 32A Contemporary Women Writers (3)ENGL 32B Contemporary Women Writers (3)ENGL 33A Introduction to ContemporaryENGL 33BLiterature (3)Introduction to ContemporaryLiterature (3)ENGL 36 Women in Literature (3)ENGL 216 African-American Writers (Poets) (3) 12Total Required Units: 20ENGL 1AComposition and Reading4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 201B or ESL 21B or appropriateplacement through multiple-measures assessmentprocessAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCReading and writing expository prose: Critical thinking,identifying logical fallacies, and reasoning inductivelyand deductively. 1501.00AA/AS area 4a, 4d, 4e; CSU area A2; IGETC area 1AENGL 1BComposition and Reading4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinued expository writing: Careful reading ofselected plays, poems, and novels. 1501.00AA/AS area 3, 4a, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3ENGL 5Critical Thinking in Reading and Writing3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCDevelopment of the ability to analyze, criticize andadvocate ideas: Relationship of language to logic,induction and deduction, facts, inferences, judgments,and formal and informal fallacies of language andthought. Instructs in writing about issues of criticalthinking to develop both thinking and writing skills.1501.00AA/AS area 4a, 4d, 4e; CSU area A3; IGETC area 1BENGL 10ACreative Writing3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCWriting fiction, poetry, and drama: Careful analysis ofthe techniques used by established writers. 1507.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2ENGL 10BCreative Writing3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AEngl 10A is not prerequisite to Engl 10B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of writing fiction, poetry, and drama:Careful analysis of the techniques used by establishedwriters. 1507.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2ENGL 17AShakespeare3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of selected works of Shakespeare. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC 3ENGL 17BShakespeare3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AEngl 17A is not prerequisite to Engl 17B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinued study of selected works of Shakespeare.1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3

132english (ENGL)ENGL 27AThe Bible as Literature: Old Testament3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCClose reading and discussion of the Old Testament:Emphasis on literary forms, philosophical ideas, literarythemes, and symbolism; nonsectarian. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3ENGL 27BThe Bible as Literature: New Testament3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AEngl 27A is not prerequisite to Engl 27B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCClose reading and discussion of the New Testament andApocrypha: Emphasis on literary forms, philosophicalideas, literary themes, and symbolism; nonsectarian.1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3ENGL 30AIntroduction to American Literature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of American literature: From pre-colonialbeginnings to Walt Whitman. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3ENGL 30BIntroduction to American Literature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AEngl 30A is not prerequisite to Engl 30B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of American literature: From Americanromanticism to literature of the twentieth century.1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3ENGL 31Survey of African-American Literature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCMajor works in African-American literature: From theearliest literature through the Harlem Renaissance to thepresent. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d, 5; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3ENGL 32AContemporary Women Writers3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of contemporary fiction, poetry, andautobiography by women writers: Emphasis on crossculturalperspectives and the works of African, African-American, Asian, Native-American, Hispanic, Jewish,and Northern European women writers. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3ENGL 32BContemporary Women Writers3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AEngl 32A is not prerequisite to Engl 32B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of survey of contemporary fiction, poetry,and autobiography by women writers: Emphasis oncross-cultural perspectives and the works of African,African-American, Asian, Native-American, Hispanic,Jewish, and Northern European women writers. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3ENGL 33AIntroduction to Contemporary Literature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of selected literature of the twentieth century:Thematic and stylistic aspects of the individual works;emphasis on European writers to 1970. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3

english (ENGL)133ENGL 49Independent Study in English.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1501.00ENGL 33BIntroduction to Contemporary Literature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AEngl 33A is not prerequisite to Engl 33B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of selected literature of the twentieth century:Thematic and stylistic aspects of the individual works;1970 to the present with emphasis on American andBritish writers. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3ENGL 36Women in Literature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of women in literature written by both men andwomen: Social effects of images of women; the creativeprocess in literary works written by women. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3ENGL 47Children’s Literature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 1AAcceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to children’s literature: Fairy tales and taletypes; interpretation of children’s literature from theperspectives of children, teachers, and parents; study ofbooks by authors such as Brown, Dahl, Juster, Rowling,Sendak, Soto, and others. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d; CSU area C2ENGL 48AA-FZSelected Topics in English.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1501.00ENGL 201APreparation for Composition and Reading4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 250D/267B or 252B or 259D/269Bor 292B (or 292EB) or satisfactory multiple-measuresassessment of writing skills, and Engl 251D/268B or 252Bor 259D/269B or 293B or satisfactory multiple-measuresassessment of reading skills.Introduction to college-level reading and writing ofexpository prose: Development of college-level readingskills; analysis of texts with an emphasis on nonfiction;expository writing including various modesof developing essays, essay organization; paragraphdevelopment; sentence development; and practice inediting/proofreading. 1501.00AA/AS area 4dENGL 201BPreparation for Composition and Reading4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Engl 201AContinuation of college-level reading and writing ofexpository prose: Development of college-level readingskills; analysis of texts with an emphasis on nonfiction;expository writing including various modesof developing essays, essay organization; paragraphdevelopment; sentence development; and practice inediting/proofreading. 1501.00AA/AS area 4dENGL 205Vocabulary and Context3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Enrichment of vocabulary through words used incontext. 1501.00ENGL 210ACreative Writing3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Writing fiction, poetry, and drama: Careful analysis ofthe techniques used by established writers. 1507.00AA/AS area 3, 4dENGL 210BCreative Writing3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Engl 210A is not prerequisite to Engl 210B.Continuation of writing fiction, poetry, and drama:Careful analysis of the techniques used by establishedwriters. 1507.00AA/AS area 3, 4d

134 english (ENGL)ENGL 211Introduction to Critical Thinking3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Development of the ability to analyze, criticize andadvocate ideas: Relationship of language to logic,induction and deduction, facts, inferences, judgments,and formal and informal fallacies of language andthought. Instructs in writing about issues of criticalthinking to develop both thinking and writing skills.1501.00AA/AS area 4d, 4eENGL 216African-American Writers (Poetry)3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Study of major African-American poets, past and present:Emphasis on the interpretation of ideas in poetry fromthe African-American perspective. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4d, 5ENGL 230BIntroduction to American Literature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Engl 230A is not prerequisite to Engl 230B.Survey of American literature: From Americanromanticism to literature of the twentieth century.1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4dENGL 233AIntroduction to Contemporary Literature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Study of selected literature of the twentieth century:Thematic and stylistic aspects of the individual works;emphasis on European writers to 1970. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4dENGL 233BIntroduction to Contemporary Literature3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Engl 233A is not prerequisite to Engl 233B.Study of selected literature of the twentieth century:Thematic and stylistic aspects of the individual works;1970 to the present with emphasis on American andBritish writers. 1503.00AA/AS area 3, 4dENGL 248AA-FZSelected Topics in English.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours lab (GR or P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1501.00ENGL 256Basic Grammar1-3 units, 1-3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Non-degree applicableCourse study under this section may be repeated twotimes for a maximum of 3 units.Developmental grammar: Sentence patterns, functionsof parts of speech and punctuation, and the developmentof paragraph structure. 4930.20ENGL 267ABasic Writing1-3 units, 1-3 hours lecture (GR)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Engl 252A-B or 259A-D/269A-B.Non-degree applicableCourse study under this section may be repeated twotimes for a maximum of 9 units.Review of writing skills: Spelling, grammar andpunctuation, organizing strategies, and use of the writingprocess. 4930.21ENGL 267BBasic Writing1-3 units, 1-3 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Engl 267A (or 250A-C)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Engl 252A-B or 259A-D/269A-BNon-degree applicableContinuation of ENGL 267A with further review ofwriting skills: Spelling, grammar and punctuation,organizing strategies, and use of the writing process.4930.21ENGL 268ABasic Reading1-3 units, 1-3 hours lecture (GR)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Engl 252A-B or 259A-D/269A-BNon-degree applicableCourse study under this section may be repeated twotimes for a maximum of 9 units.Practice in techniques to improve basic reading skills:Fundamentals of basic reading and analysis andcorrection of individual reading problems. 4930.70

english (ENGL)135ENGL 268BBasic Reading1-3 units, 1-3 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Engl 268A (or 251A-C)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Engl 252A-B or 259A-D/269A-BNon-degree applicableContinuation of ENGL 268A with further practice intechniques to improve basic reading skills: Fundamentalsof basic reading and analysis and correction of individualreading problems. 4930.70ENGL 269AFoundations in Reading and Writing6 units, 6 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Engl 252A-B or 259A-D/269A-BNon-degree applicableContinuation of ENGL 269A with further study in readingand writing strategies to prepare students for successin college: Reading strategies including pre-reading,summarizing, paragraph analysis, study techniques,scanning, and note taking; and writing strategies includingprewriting, essay organization, paragraph development,sentence combining, editing, and proofreading. 4930.20ENGL 269BFoundations in Reading and Writing6 units, 6 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Engl 252A-B or 259A-D/269A-BNon-degree applicableFoundations in reading and writing to prepare studentsfor success in college: Reading strategies includingprereading, summarizing, paragraph analysis, studytechniques, scanning, and note taking; and writingstrategies including prewriting, essay organization,paragraph development, sentence combining, editing,and proofreading. 4930.20ENGL 270The Writing Center.5-3 units, 1.5-9 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseNon-degree applicableCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes for a maximum of 12 units.One-on-one assistance with any writing-related problem,project, or assignment in any discipline. 4930.21

136 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE(ESL)The ESL Department at College of Alameda isdedicated to intensive, excellent, and caring instructionto English language learners in our diverse community.We offer courses at convenient times (mornings,afternoons, evenings, and Saturdays). Courses areoffered in interactive classrooms, and in hybrid anddistance modes. We offer multi-measured assessment,a multilingual orientation, and intensive instructorsupport of students.Suggested Guideline for Student Level of DifficultySubject AreaBasic LevelI IICollege LevelIII IVSpeaking 250A 250B 200A 200BGrammar 252A 252B 202A 202B 202CTransfer LevelV VIWriting 251A 251B 201A 201B 21A 21BReading 253A 253B 203A 203BVocabulary 205A 205BConversationPronunciation258ACitizenship 248AH 248BH257AESL 21AWriting 5 (Composition/Reading)5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 201B or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processRecommended preparation: ESL 202C (can be takenconcurrently)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCAdvanced level of writing: Focus on reading, developingideas, and writing expository essays. 4930.81AA/AS area 4dESL 48AA-FZSelected Topics in English as a SecondLanguage.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 4930.81ESL 49Independent Study in English as a SecondLanguage.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 4930.81ESL 200ASpeaking 35 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 250B or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processLow intermediate level of speaking: Emphasis ongrammar skills to improve both fluency and accuracy inAmerican English. 4930.81ESL 200BSpeaking 45 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 200A or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processHigh intermediate level of speaking: Emphasis ongrammar skills to improve fluency and accuracy inAmerican English. 4930.81ESL 21BWriting 6 (Composition/Reading)5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 21A or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processRecommended preparation: ESL 202C (can be takenconcurrently)Recommended for those taking, or planning to take Engl1A.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHigh advanced level of reading and writing: Focus ondeveloping critical thinking skills, writing expositoryessays, and introduction to writing a research paper.4930.81AA/AS area 4d

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)137ESL 201AWriting 35 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 251B or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processRecommended preparation: ESL 202A (can be takenconcurrently)Low intermediate level of writing: Introduction to basicacademic writing skills, and expanding paragraphs intosimple essays. 4930.81ESL 201BWriting 45 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 201A or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processRecommended preparation: ESL 202B (can be takenconcurrently)High intermediate level of writing: Further developmentof academic writing skills with a focus on well-developedparagraphs and short essays. 4930.81ESL 202AGrammar 35 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 252B or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processLow intermediate level of English grammar: Introductionto complex grammar structures and sentence patterns.4930.81ESL 202BGrammar 45 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 202A or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processHigh intermediate level of English grammar:Continuation and expansion of ESL 202A with furtherstudy of complex grammar structures and sentencepatterns. 4930.81ESL 202CGrammar 55 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 202B or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processAdvanced level of English grammar: Focus on expanding,refining, and applying complex grammar skills to formalwriting. 4930.81ESL 203AReading 34 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 253B or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processLow intermediate level of reading: Emphasis ondevelopment of academic vocabulary, and expandingcritical skills essential for college-level reading. 4930.81ESL 203BReading 44 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 203A or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processHigh intermediate level of reading: Further developmentof academic vocabulary and critical reading skillsessential for reading literature and college textbooks.4930.81ESL 205AVocabulary and Idioms in Context 33 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Appropriate placement through multiplemeasuresassessment processIntermediate level of vocabulary: Study of words andidioms as used in context. 4930.81ESL 205BVocabulary and Word Analysis in Context 43 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 205A or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processHigh intermediate/low advanced level of vocabularyand content: Focus on vocabulary useful in academiccourses; analysis of word derivations. 4930.81ESL 248AA-FZSelected Topics in English as a SecondLanguage.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 4930.81ESL 250ASpeaking 15 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Appropriate placementthrough multiple-measures assessment processNon-degree applicableHigh beginning level of speaking: Emphasis on basicgrammar skills; practice in speaking and understandingAmerican English. 4930.82

138 ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)ESL 250BSpeaking 25 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 250A or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processNon-degree applicableContinuation of listening and speaking skills introducedin ESL 250A: Emphasis on basic grammar skills; practicein speaking and understanding American English.4930.82ESL 251AWriting 15 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 252ANon-degree applicableHigh beginning level of writing: Emphasis on basicsentences, punctuation rules, and short narrative anddescriptive paragraphs. 4930.82ESL 251BWriting 25 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 251A or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processRecommended preparation: ESL 252B (can be takenconcurrently)Non-degree applicableContinuation of writing skills introduced in ESL 251A:Emphasis on basic sentences, punctuation rules, andshort narrative and descriptive paragraphs. 4930.82ESL 252AGrammar 15 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Appropriate placementthrough multiple-measures assessment processNon-degree applicableHigh beginning level of English grammar: Review andpractice of basic grammar structures, sentence patterns,and parts of speech. 4930.82ESL 253AReading 13 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Appropriate placementthrough multiple-measures assessment processNon-degree applicableHigh beginning level of reading: Focus on basicvocabulary development, and techniques for readingcomprehension. 4930.82ESL 253BReading 23 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 253A or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processNon-degree applicableContinuation of reading skills introduced in ESL 253A:Focus on basic vocabulary development, and techniquesfor reading comprehension. 4930.82ESL 257APronunciation 33 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: ESL 256 or appropriateplacement through multiple-measures assessmentprocessNon-degree applicableBeginning level pronunciation of American English:Improvement in pronunciation, intonation, and fluencyin English for speakers of ESL with practice in the use ofstandard conversational expressions and styles. 4930.82ESL 258Conversation 23 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Appropriate placementthrough multiple-measures assessment processNon-degree applicableBeginning level of spoken American English: Focuson self-expression and vocabulary needed for dailyactivities. 4930.82ESL 252BGrammar 25 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: ESL 252A or appropriate placement throughmultiple-measures assessment processNon-degree applicableContinuation of basic grammar skills and sentencepatterns introduced in ESL 252A: Review and practice ofbasic grammar structures, sentence patterns, and partsof speech. 4930.82

FOREIGN LANGUAGEs(FLANG)FOREIGN LANGUAGES (FLANG)139FLANG 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Foreign Languages.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1101.00FLANG 49Independent Study in Foreign Languages.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1101.00FLANG 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Foreign Languages.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1101.00

140FRENCH (FREN)FRENCH(FREN)FREN 1AElementary French5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Course is equivalent to two years of high school study.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy and practice in speaking, understanding, readingand writing French: Emphasis on understanding basicgrammatical concepts. 1102.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC LanguageFREN 1BElementary French5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Fren 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of FREN 1A: Proficiency in the areasof listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culturalknowledge; emphasis on basic vocabulary and basicgrammatical concepts. 1102.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3FREN 48AA-FZSelected Topics in French.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1102.00FREN 49Independent Study in French.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1102.00FREN 248AA-FZSelected Topics in French.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1102.00FREN 2AIntermediate French5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Fren 1BAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCProficiency in French at an intermediate level: Listening,speaking, reading, and writing; emphasis on listeningcomprehension and speaking for communication.1102.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC LanguageFREN 2BIntermediate French5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Fren 2AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of FREN 2A: Grammar review, conversation,and composition based on readings in French. 1102.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC LanguageFREN 30ABeginning Conversational French3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to speaking simple, modern French andto modern French culture: Vocabulary and mastery ofstructure through focus on application rather than ontraditional terminology. 1102.00

GEOGRAPHY(GEOG)GEOGRAPHY (GEOG)141What is Geography? Humans have long ponderedtheir place in the natural world, recognizing both thechallenges and opportunities afforded them by theenvironment and, more recently, the effects of humanactivities in modifying that environment. This interplayof natural systems and human societies is the subjectof the field of geography. Physical geography focusesprimarily on the operation of earth’s systems upon whichhumans depend; cultural geography examines howhumans live on the earth: how we modify the landscape,organize space, move about, use resources, and createthe economies that sustain us.Skills learned in the study of geography are usefulin many rewarding career paths. Urban plannersdesign livable environments in the city; environmentalmanagers, employed by government agencies andprivate industry, work to conserve our naturalresources; hydrologists manage increasingly scarcewater resources; cartographers produce maps for bothpublic and private employers; academic geographersteach at all levels in our educational system; geographicinformation system (GIS) specialists provide theirtechnical expertise to assist in the planning of structuresand projects; foresters, many employed by the NationalForest Service or the US Department of Agriculture,manage millions of acres of precious woodlands; parkrangers in state and national parks help to maintainthe health and beauty of these places and share theirknowledge through public information programs.“When we try to pick out anything by itself, wefind it hitched to everything else in the universe.”- John Muir 1869The College of Alameda Geography program recognizesthis and takes an integrated, system-based approach tothe study of natural processes, sometimes called earthsystem science. This stress upon the interactions ofvarious components of our system is especially valuablein today’s rapidly changing environment.The AA degree in Geography will be awarded uponcompletion of the major course requirements listedbelow and the General Education requirements forthe Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsGEOG 1 Physical Geography 3GEOG 1L Physical Geography Laboratory 1GEOG 2 Cultural Geography 3Select four courses (12 units) from the following:ANTHR 1 Introduction to Physical Anthropology (3)ANTHR 2 Introduction to Archaeology/Prehistory (3)ANTHR 3Introduction to Social and CulturalAnthropology (3)ANTHR 5 American Indian History and Culture (3)orHIST 1 American Indian History and Culture (3)BIOL 12A General Ecology (3)BIOL 12B Major World Ecosystems (3)BIOL 14 Field Ecology of California (3)GEOG 5 Economic Geography (3)GEOL 10 Introduction to Geology (3)SOC 1 Introduction to Sociology (3) 12Total Required Units 19GEOG 1Physical Geography3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCBasic elements of the earth’s physical systems andprocesses: Earth-sun relations, weather, climate, water,plate tectonics, landforms, soils, and ecosystems andtheir interrelationships and global distribution patterns.2206.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1; IGETC area 5GEOG 1LPhysical Geography Laboratory1 unit, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite or corequisite: Geog 1Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCPractical application of basic concepts and principles ofphysical geography: Earth-sun relationships, weather,climate, geologic processes, landforms, and fieldobservation. 2206.00CSU area B3; IGETC area 5GEOG 2Cultural Geography3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCBasic elements of cultural geography: Interrelationshipsof people and the land, including study of populations,cultural origins, migration, language and religion,ethnicity, systems of agriculture, urbanization, politicalunits, economic organization and resource exploitation.2206.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4

142GEOG 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Geography.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 2206.00GEOG 49Independent Study in Geography.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 2206.00GEOG 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Geography.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 2206.00GEOGRAPHY (GEOG) - GEOLOGY (GEOL)GEOLOGY(GEOL)GEOL 10Introduction to Geology3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Geol 1.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of structure and materials that compose theearth’s surface and geologic processes responsible forshaping the earth: Nature and role of rocks and minerals;environmental processes and problems; dynamics ofvolcanism, earthquakes, place tectonics, metamorphism,running water, ground water, glaciation, weatheringand erosion. 1914.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1; IGETC area 5

GERMAN (GERM)143GERMAN(GERM)GERM 1AElementary German5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Course is equivalent to two years of high school study.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy and practice in speaking, reading, and writingGerman: Elementary grammar, conversation, andreadings of German life and culture. 1103.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC LanguageGERM 1BElementary German5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Germ 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of GERM 1A: Elementary grammar,conversation, and reading of simple prose. 1103.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3, LanguageGERM 30ABeginning Conversational German3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to conversational German: Practical skillsin German syntax and idiomatic expressions; Germancultures in Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. 1103.00GERM 30BBeginning Conversational German3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Recommended preparation: Germ 30AAcceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of GERM 30A: Practical skills in Germansyntax and idiomatic expressions; German cultures inAustria, Germany, and Switzerland. 1103.00GERM 48AA-FZSelected Topics in German.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1103.00GERM 49Independent Study in German.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1103.00

144HEALTH EDUCATION (HLTED) - HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS (HLTOC)HEALTH EDUCATION(HLTED)HEALTH PROFESSIONS ANDOCCUPATIONS(HLTOC)HLTED 9First Aid and Safety2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR)Meets American Red Cross/RTE (Responding toEmergency) as well as American Red Cross Adult CPRcertification requirements.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes for recertification.Introduction to first aid and safety: Development ofskills and knowledge for immediate and temporarycare in case of an accident or sudden illness; preventivemeasures. 0837.00HLTED 11Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.5 units, .5 hours lecture (GR)Meets American Red Cross Adult, Child and Infant CPRcertification requirements.Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Hlted 10.Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to CPR: Development of skills andknowledge for administering emergency first aid forrespiratory failure and cardiac arrest. 0837.00HLTED 49Independent Study in Health Education.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 0837.00HLTOC 201Medical Terminology I2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended for students majoring in Health Sciencesand Allied Health programs.Study of medical terminology: Basic structure of medicalwords including prefixes, suffixes, word roots, combiningforms, plurals and abbreviations, pronunciation, spelling,and definition of medical terms. 1299.00HLTOC 202Medical Terminology II2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Hltoc 201Continued study of medical terminology: Terminologyrelated to body structure, pathological conditions anddiseases; operative terms and techniques, includinglaboratory/radiological diagnostic procedures. 1299.00HLTOC 203Medical Transcription I2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Hltoc 201 and 202Study and practice of medical dictation and transcription:Medical readings; review of anatomy, physiology, andmedical terminology; transcription guidelines and tips;proofreading skills; study and use of transcribing tapes,tape machines and computers. 1299.00HLTOC 204Medical Transcription II2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Hltoc 203Continued study and practice of medical dictation andtranscription: Medical readings; review of anatomy,physiology, and medical terminology; transcriptionguidelines and tips; proofreading skills; terminologychallenge; sample reports; transcription practice; erroranalysis; study and use of transcribing tapes, tapemachines and computers. 1299.00HLTOC 205Advanced Medical Terminology withPathophysiology4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Introduction to the nature of disease: Terminology (ICD-9-CM Code) and structural and functional changes ofdiseases as they affect the systems of the body; discussionof causes, symptoms, and treatments of disease. 1299.00

HISTORY(HIST)HISTORY (HIST)145To study History is to study yourself in relationship tothe human story. It is the study of the past through thewritten record of human actions over time. Historiansexamine and analyze stories of the sequence of humanevents, attempting to investigate patterns, causalrelationships, and the effects this has upon subsequenthuman events. George Santayana said:“Those who cannot remember the past arecondemned to repeat it.”This is why we study history.Why Study History at College of Alameda? The facultyand the program in history at College of Alameda arepart of a core group of innovative, motivating, andpassionate educators. The style, design, and deliveringof courses reflects their commitment to offering coursesthat meet the needs of our students today. Our missionis to meet the educational needs of the community byproviding comprehensive and flexible programs thatwill enable students to transfer to four-year institutionsand earn degrees and certificates in selected academicand occupational fields, prepare students for positionsin the workforce, improve students’ basic learning skills,and expand their general knowledge.College of Alameda’s history department has the largestonline course offerings of any department within thePeralta Community College District, as well as a numberof dynamically dated and weekend college courses.Career Options for History Majors include employmentopportunities in a variety of different career areas. Theneed for teachers in the state of California for elementary,middle, and high schools remains high and collegegraduates with a history degree will find themselveswell suited for opportunities to earn teaching credentialsin a variety of subjects. The research and writing skillsneeded to successfully complete a degree in historyoffer excellent preparation for careers in law, journalism,public relations, and domestic and foreign governmentservice.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsHIST 7A History of United States to 1877 3HIST 7B History of United States Since 1865 3Select one course from the following:HIST 2A History of European Civilization (3)HIST 2B History of European Civilization (3) 3Select three courses (9 units) from the following:AFRAM 30 African-American History: Africa to1865 (3)AFRAM 31 African-American History: 1865-1945 (3)AFRAM 32 African-American History: 1945 toPresent (3)HIST 2A History of European Civilization (3)(if not already selected above)HIST 2B History of European Civilization (3)(if not already selected above)HIST 5 History of Mexico (3)HIST 8A History of Latin American Civilization (3)HIST 8B History of Latin American Civilization (3)HIST 10A History of Africa (3)HIST 10B History of Africa (3)HIST 11 Vietnam: An American Tragedy (3)HIST 12 History and Culture of Eastern Asia (3)HIST 19 History of California (3)HIST 32 The United States Since 1945 (3) 9Total Required Units 18HIST 1American Indian History and Culture3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Also offered as Anthr 5. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Anthr5.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of North American Indians: Traditional waysof life and history both before and after contact withEuropeans; current trends in American Indian socioeconomicand cultural development. 2205.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4The AA degree in History will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the major course requirementslisted below and the General Education requirementsfor the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.

146 HISTORY (HIST)HIST 2AHistory of European Civilization3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of Western civilization to 1660: Prehistoric,Ancient, Medieval, and Renaissance periods to 1660.2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 2BHistory of European Civilization3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Hist 2A is not prerequisite to Hist 2B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of Western civilization since 1660: Rise of nations,revolutionary eras, European expansion and decline;Europe and its impact on the world; emphasis on ideasand institutions rather than national histories. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 5History of Mexico3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCInterpretative survey of Mexican history from theSpanish Conquest to the present: Nature of theMexican Revolution; problems of contemporary Mexicoconcentrating on political and economic development.2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 7AHistory of the United States to 18773 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of the United States from colonial days toReconstruction (1877): Survey and interpretation ofpolitical, social, and economic factors contributing to thegrowth of the nation. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, CSU American Institutions;IGETC area 4HIST 7BHistory of the United States Since 18653 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Hist 7A is not prerequisite to Hist 7B.Hist 7B is not open for credit to students who havecompleted or are currently enrolled in Hist 15.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of the United States from the end of the CivilWar to the present: Survey and interpretation of political,social, and economic factors contributing to the growthof the nation. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, CSU American Institutions;IGETC area 4HIST 8AHistory of Latin-American Civilization3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of Latin America from pre-Columbian times tothe outbreak of the wars for independence: The formativeperiod and impact of Spanish civilization upon nativesocieties. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 8BHistory of Latin-American Civilization3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Hist 8A is not prerequisite to Hist 8B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of Latin America during the nineteenth andtwentieth centuries: Changing patterns of political,social, and cultural life. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 10AHistory of Africa3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCEmergence and development of African civilizationsfrom early times to the end of the nineteenth century.2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 10BHistory of Africa3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Hist 10A is not prerequisite to Hist 10B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of African civilizations in the twentieth century:Rise of African nationalism and independence and thecreation of new African states. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 11History and Culture of South-East Asia:Vietnam—An American Tragedy3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of Vietnam: Relationship to Asia and Asianhistory; the French Occupation (Indo China), the CivilWar, and the involvement of the United States; shorttermand long-term results. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area C2, D; IGETC area 4

HISTORY (HIST)147HIST 12History and Culture of Eastern Asia3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory and culture of eastern Asia: Emphasis on thehistory and culture of China and its role as a majorinfluence on other Asian nations; eastern Asia in themodern world. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 17History of the Mexican-American3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as M/Lat 19. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in M/Lat19.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of the people of Mexican descent from colonialtimes to the present: Contemporary status and problemsof Mexican-Americans in the United States. 2205.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 1820 Th Century American Protest Movement3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistorical examination of protest movements in theUnited States during the 20 th century; with a focus on thesymbiotic relationship among various political, cultural,economic, and artistic developments to the protestmovements; provide an understanding of the rise andfall of various protest movements and their political andcultural legacies. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D6; IGETC area 4HIST 19History of California3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCalifornia’s multi-ethnic history from the pre-Spanishperiod to the present. Emphasis on the social and ethnicdiversity of past and present California. 2205.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 32The United States Since 19453 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCRecent history of the United States: Social and politicaldevelopments and the changing role of the United Statesin modern world relations. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 48AA-FZSelected Topics in History.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 2205.00HIST 49Independent Study in History.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 2205.00HIST 50African-American History: Africa to 18653 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Afram 30. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Afram30.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of the experience of African-Americans fromtheir origins to the end of the Civil War: Emphasis onpolitical, social, and cultural development, and change.2205.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D, CSU American Institutions;IGETC area 4HIST 51African-American History: 1865 to 19453 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Afram 31. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Afram31.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of the experience of African-Americans in theUnited States from 1865 to 1945: Emphasis on BlackReconstruction, African-American nationalism, racism,and the impact of the Depression and World War II.2205.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D, CSU American Institutions;IGETC area 4HIST 52African-American History: 1945 to Present3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Afram 32. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Afram32.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of the experience of African-Americans in theUnited States from 1945 to the present: Emphasis on theCivil Rights movement and other contemporary issues.2205.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4

148HISTORY (HIST)HIST 53AHistory and Culture of the Caribbean/CentralAmerica3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as M/Lat 18A. Not open for credit tostudents who have completed or are currently enrolledin M/Lat 18A.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory, culture, politics, and social and economic makeupof the Caribbean and Central American nationsfrom the pre-Columbian period to 1810: Emphasis onunderstanding contemporary institutions and events inrelation to Anglo America. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 3, 4HIST 53BHistory and Culture of the Caribbean/CentralAmerica3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as M/Lat 18B. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in M/Lat18B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory, culture, politics, and social and economic makeupof the Caribbean and Central American nationsfrom 1810 to the present: Emphasis on understandingcontemporary institutions and events in relation toAnglo America. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 3, 4HIST 56Sociology of Women3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Also offered as Soc 3. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Soc 3.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCExploration of various conceptual frameworks regardingthe status of women: Structure-function, role dynamics,dominant-subordinate minority group interaction, andconcepts of oppression-liberation with emphasis oncurrent trends of the movement. 2205.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4HIST 248AA-FZSelected Topics in History.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 2205.00

HUMANITIES(HUMAN)HUMANITIES (HUMAN)149What is the Humanities? The Humanities is aninterdisciplinary field that involves the study of localand global forms in the creative arts and sciences. Themain objective of studying humanities at College ofAlameda is to explore the aesthetics of everyday lifefrom a variety of disciplinary perspectives. As a form ofgeneral education, the humanities encourages studentsto examine emerging forms of play, creativity, andinnovation so that they learn to become more deeplyengaged in their own lives and with the world-at-large.Through fun lectures, games, discussions, workshops,and multisensory projects, COA courses in the humanitiesexplore such exciting topics as performance, the visualarts, language, literature, film, media, popular culture,folklore, storytelling, humor, games, religion, music,dance, foodways, fashion, tourism, and technology.The humanities will prepare you: (1) to transfer to anydiscipline of your choice at a college or university, and(2) to learn valuable life skills such as creative thinking,cultural competence, social activism, communitybuilding,and conflict resolution. An AA degree inthe humanities can be applied to a range of careers ineducation, the arts, the sciences, business, medicine,nursing, law, psychology, sociology, anthropology,theology, social work, tourism, and grass-roots andnonprofit organizations.The AA degree in Humanities will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the major course requirementslisted below and the General Education requirementsfor the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsHUMAN 1 Introduction to Humanities 3Select two courses (6 units) from the following:ASAME 45A Asian-American History to 1945 (3)ASAME 45BAsian-American History:1945-Present (3)HUMAN 2 Human Values (3)HUMAN 3 Future Studies (3)HUMAN 13A Myth, Symbol and Folklore (3)orPSYCH 13A Myth, Symbol and Folklore (3)HUMAN 13B Myth, Symbol and Folklore (3)orPSYCH 13B Myth, Symbol and Folklore (3)HUMAN 40 Religions of the World (3)HUMAN 51A* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2A* Latin-American Folklore (3)HUMAN 51B* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2B* Latin-American Folklore (3)HUMAN 51C* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2C* Latin-American Folklore (3) 6Select one course (3 units) from the following:ART 1 Introduction to Art History (3)MUSIC 10 Music Appreciation (3)MUSIC 12A Introduction to Music Literature:MUSIC 12BBirth of Christ to 1827 (3)Introduction to Music Literature:Romantic Period to Present (3) 3Select one course (3 units) from the following:MATH 15 Math for Liberal Arts Students (3)PHIL 1 Introduction to Philosophy (3)PHIL 2 Social and Political Philosophy (3)PHIL 4 Philosophy of Religion (3)PHIL 5 Ethical Problems (3)PHIL 10 Logic (3)PHIL 20A History of Philosophy (3)PHIL 20B History of Philosophy (3) 3Select one course (3 units) from the following:ENGL 17A Shakespeare (3)ENGL 17B Shakespeare (3)ENGL 27A Bible as Literature: Old Testament (3)ENGL 27B Bible as Literature: New Testament (3)ENGL 30A Introduction to American Literature (3)ENGL 30B Introduction to American Literature (3)ENGL 31 African-American Literature (3)ENGL 32A Contemporary Women Writers (3)ENGL 32B Contemporary Women Writers (3)ENGL 33AENGL 33BIntroduction to ContemporaryLiterature (3)Introduction to ContemporaryLiterature (3)ENGL 36 Women in Literature (3)ENGL 216 African-American Writers (Poetry) (3) 3Total Required Units 18*Credit limited to one course only.HUMAN 1Introduction to Humanities3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHumanities seen through various forms of expression:The arts and society, such as dance, painting, music,sculpture, and mythology; theory and practice in artisticcreation to stimulate personal awareness. 1599.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3

150 HUMANITIES (HUMAN)HUMAN 2Human Values3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of human values: The individual in relation tothe environment as it affects conduct among diversecultures, past and present. 1599.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2, E; IGETC area 3HUMAN 3Future Studies3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of HUMAN 2: Examination oftechnological trends, institutions, life styles, utopias;and the anticipations of social scientists. 1599.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2, E; IGETC area 3HUMAN 13AMyth, Symbol and Folklore3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Psych 13A. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Psych13A.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of myths, symbols, and folklore: Psychologicalbasis underlying myths, symbols, and folktales whichhas assured their perpetuation and which can lead to adeeper understanding of life. 1599.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2, E; IGETC area 3, 4HUMAN 13BMyth, Symbol and Folklore3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Psych 13B. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Psych13B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of myths, symbols, and folklore: Psychologicalbasis underlying myths, symbols, and folktales whichhas assured their perpetuation and which can lead to adeeper understanding of life. 1599.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2, E; IGETC area 3, 4HUMAN 15Popular Culture3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Study of the meaning and impact of American popularculture in the twentieth century: the cultural evolutionof consumerism, amusement, leisure, media, andentertainment industries. 1599.00Acceptable for credit: CSUAA/AS area 3HUMAN 40Religions of the World3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCComparative study of the world’s great religions:Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Judaism,Christianity and Islam; original sources stressed.1599.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3HUMAN 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Humanities.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1599.00HUMAN 49Independent Study in Humanities.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1599.00HUMAN 51ALatin-American Folklore3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as M/Lat 2A. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in M/Lat2A.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of Mexican and Mexican-American folklore,including Spanish-speaking folk groups in the UnitedStates: Indigenous myths, legends, contemporary oralnarrative, folk art, cooking, and folk music with emphasison ballads, folk humor, and festivals, both religious andsecular. No knowledge of Spanish required. 1599.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3HUMAN 51BLatin-American Folklore3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as M/Lat 2B. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in M/Lat2B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of Central American and Caribbean folklore,including Spanish-speaking folk groups in the UnitedStates: Indigenous myths, legends, contemporary oralnarrative, folk art, cooking, and folk music with emphasison ballads, folk humor, and festivals, both religious andsecular. No knowledge of Spanish required. 1599.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3

HUMANITIES (HUMAN)151HUMAN 51CLatin-American Folklore3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as M/Lat 2C. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in M/Lat2C.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of South American folklore, including Spanishspeakingfolk groups in the United States: Indigenousmyths, legends, contemporary oral narrative, folk art,cooking, and folk music with emphasis on ballads, folkhumor, and festivals, both religious and secular. Noknowledge of Spanish required. 1599.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3HUMAN 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Humanities.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1599.00

152 LEARNING RESOURCES (LRNRE)LEARNING RESOURCES(LRNRE)LRNRE 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Learning Resources.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 4930.00LRNRE 211Computer Access3 units, 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended for students with disabilities. Enrollthrough Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.No prior computer experience necessary.Formerly offered as LrnRe 271A-B.Course study under this section is repeatable as per Title5 Section 56029 for DSPS classes.Word processing for individuals with visual, physical,or learning disabilities: Creating business letters,resumes, reports, and flyers using adaptive programs asappropriate, and use of screen-reading software to assistin editing and proofreading written work; introductoryInternet skills, including e-mail, basic research, andlocating resources on the web; and introduction topresentation software. 4930.30AA/AS area 4cLRNRE 213AImproving Cognitive Skills1-3 units, .67-2 hours lecture, 1-3 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseRecommended for students with acquired brain injuriesand/or learning disabilities. Enroll through Programsand Services for Students with Disabilities.Formerly offered as LrnRe 270A.Course study under this section may be repeated twotimes for a maximum of 3 units for each semestercompleted.Computer assisted instruction designed for individualswith learning disabilities or acquired brain injuriesutilizing material appropriate for all learners: Improvinglearning skills by analyzing how learning takes placeand investigating individual learning styles; focus oncognitive skills such as attention, memory, sequencing,and pattern identification; investigation of brain-basedlearning theory. 4930.32LRNRE 213BImproving Cognitive Skills1-3 units, .67-2 hours lecture, 1-3 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseRecommended for students with acquired brain injuriesand/or learning disabilities. Enroll through Programsand Services for Students with Disabilities.Formerly offered as LrnRe 270B.Course study under this section may be repeated twotimes for a maximum of 3 units for each semestercompleted.Computer assisted instruction designed for individualswith learning disabilities or acquired brain injuriesutilizing material appropriate for all learners: Improvinglearning skills by analyzing how learning takes place andinvestigating individual learning styles; focus on logicalreasoning and strategies for critical thinking, problemsolving, and information management with emphasison application of new skills in school and job-basedenvironments utilizing the Internet. 4930.32LRNRE 259Writing Strategies1-3 units, 1-3 hours lecture (P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseRecommended for students with learning disabilities.Enroll through Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.Non-degree applicableDesigned for students to master techniques andstrategies for writing sentences to full essay. 4930.30LRNRE 263Vocational Assessment.5-2 units, 1-2 hours lecture (P/NP)Modular, open-entry/open-exit courseNon-degree applicableCourse study under this section is repeatable as per Title5 Section 56029 for DSPS classes.Recommended for students with disabilities. Enrollthrough Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.Vocational/Living Skills program for adults withdisabilities. Module 1 (.5 units) includes vocationalinterest assessment, reading and math assessment,job readiness evaluation. Module 2 (.5 units) includesexploration of a variety of vocational options,development of vocational goals and objectives. Module3 (.5 units) covers an extended exploration of vocationaloptions and workers’ rights and responsibilities. Module4 (.5 units) covers job-search techniques and preparationof a related vita and interview techniques. 4930.30

LEARNING RESOURCES (LRNRE)153LRNRE 264Independent Living Skills2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Non-degree applicableCourse study under this section is repeatable as per Title5 Section 56029 for DSPS classes.Recommended for students with disabilities. Enrollthrough Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.Vocational Living Skills program for adults withdisabilities. Information on independent living skills:practical knowledge about housing, food and nutrition,health care, sex education, interpersonal interactiontechniques and community resources. 4930.31LRNRE 266Preparing for Employment2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Lrnre 263 (may be takenconcurrently)Non-degree applicableCourse study under this section is repeatable as per Title5 Section 56029 for DSPS classes.Recommended for students with disabilities. Enrollthrough Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.Vocational Living Skills curriculum for adults withdisabilities. Provides practical knowledge about careerexploration, interview techniques, preparing a resume,job search strategies, good work habits, grooming,worker responsibilities and employer expectations.4930.30LRNRE 267Communication Strategies1-2 units, 1-2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseNon-degree applicableCourse study under this section is repeatable as per Title5 Section 56029 for DSPS classes.Recommended for students with disabilities. Enrollthrough Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.Vocational/Living Skills for adults with disabilities:Development of appropriate social skills for theworkplace; personal social effectiveness (assertiveness)in vocational and social settings; appropriate behaviorsfor cooperative/community building in the workplace,and goal setting/organizational skills. 4930.30LRNRE 268Money Management2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Non-degree applicableCourse study under this section is repeatable as per Title5 Section 56029 for DSPS classes.Recommended for students with disabilities. Enrollthrough Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.Vocational Living Skills program for adults withdisabilities. Introduction to money management: handson experience in functional money management skillsnecessary for independent living. 4930.31LRNRE 269Job Experience1 unit, Short-Term Course: 18 hours of lecture over 2week period (P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseNon-degree applicableCourse study under this section is repeatable as per Title5 Section 56029 for DSPS classes.Recommended for students with disabilities. Enrollthrough Programs and Services for Students WithDisabilities.Vocational Living Skills curriculum for adults withdisabilities. Emphasis of the class is on job seeking skillsand placement. 4930.30LRNRE 272Computer Access Projects.5-2 units, 1.5-6 hours laboratory (P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseNon-degree applicableCourse study under this section is repeatable as per Title5 Sec 56029 for DSPS classes.Recommended for students with disabilities. Enrollthrough Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.Introduction to assistive software: Use of screen-reading,image-enlargement, speech-recognition, scan/read orother software appropriate to the student’s disability;application of assistive software to complete assignmentsfor mainstream courses. 4930.30

154 LEARNING RESOURCES (LRNRE)LRNRE 280Study Skills.5-3 units, 0-3 hours lecture, 0-9 hours laboratory (P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseNon-degree applicableCourse study under this section may be repeated twotimes for a maximum of 9 units. Students with learningdisabilities may exceed repeat limits with prior DisabledStudents Programs and Services Counselor approval.Systematic approach to understanding principles oflearning for all academic disciplines: Effective studytechniques to give confidence in coping with the collegeenvironment; psychological awareness and self-esteem.4930.14LRNRE 296Diagnostic Assessment1 unit, 1 hour lecture (P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseNon-degree applicableCourse study under this section may be repeated asneeded.Recommended for students with learning disabilities.Enroll through Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.Individual assessment of learning strengths andweaknesses to determine eligibility for services as anadult with a learning disability in California communitycolleges. Completion of ability/cognitive tests includingthe Woodcock-Johnson Psycho-educational Battery and/orWechsler Adult Intelligence Scale and achievement testsincluding the Woodcock-Johnson, Wechsler IndividualAchievement Test, Wide Range Achievement Test andothers. Emphasis on identifying learning strengths andweaknesses that can affect a student in the college settingand strategies to improve success. 4930.14LRNRE 501Supervised Tutoring (Non-Credit)0 units, 1-15 hours laboratory (Not graded)Open entry/open exit courseCourse study under this section may be repeated asnecessary.Students may enroll for assistance in more than onecollege course per semester.Supervised tutoring, either individually or in smallgroups, to improve student success in college courses.4930.09

LIBERAL ARTSLIBERAL ARTS155The Liberal Arts AA Degree is designed for studentswho desire a broad knowledge of liberal arts and sciencesplus additional coursework in an “Area of Emphasis”.This area of emphasis would be an ideal choice forstudents planning on transferring to the California StateUniversity or University of California as the student cansatisfy their general education requirements, plus focuson transferable course work that relates to majors atCSU or UC. Please consult with a counselor for specificinformation regarding your intended major at thespecific colleges/university of your choice.• Choose either option of CSU BREADTH or IGETCfor the General Education pattern related to youreducational goal.• Complete requirements in Computer Literacy,Ethnic Studies and Critical Thinking (see catalog fordetails).• Complete 18 units in one “Area of Emphasis” fromthose outlined below. (Note: Courses in the “area ofemphasis” may also be counted toward a GE area).• Refer to www.ASSIST.org for transfer details andsee a counselor for additional details.Liberal Arts AA DegreeGeneral Education CSU GE BREADTH/IGETC: 37-39(Minimum units necessary to meet CSUGE/IGETCCertification requirements)Areas of Emphasis: 18• 18 units required from one Area of Emphasis listedbelow.• Areas of emphasis include:(1) Arts and Humanities(2) Social and Behavioral Sciences(3) Natural Sciences.• Courses selected can be used to also fulfill GE areas.Electives and Other Requirements (ComputerLiteracy, Ethnic Studies, Critical Thinking): 0-5(Note: Electives and other requirements may benecessary to total 60 overall units required for theAssociate Degree.)Total Required Units: 60Liberal Arts with emphasis inArts and HumanitiesThese courses emphasize the study of cultural, literary,humanistic activities and artistic expression of humanbeings. Students will evaluate and interpret the ways inwhich people through the ages in different cultures haveresponded to themselves and the world around themin artistic and cultural creation. Students will also learnto value aesthetic understanding and incorporate theseconcepts when constructing value judgments. Coursesfrom Art, Chinese, Communication, English, French,German, Humanities, Mexican and Latin AmericanStudies, Music, Philosophy, Spanish, and Vietnameseare acceptable with a limit of no more than two coursesin a single subject area making up the 18 units.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsSelect a minimum of 18 units with no more thantwo courses per discipline from the following:ART 1 Introduction to Art History (3)ART 2 History of Ancient Art (Prehistoric toART 41100 A.D.) (3)History of Modern Art (1800 to Present)(3)ART 122 World Art (3)CHIN 10A Elementary Cantonese A (5)CHIN 10B Elementary Cantonese B (5)CHIN 11A Elementary Cantonese A (5)CHIN 11B Elementary Cantonese B (5)CHIN 12ACHIN 12BAdvanced Cantonese Reading andWriting: Literature (5)Advanced Cantonese Reading andWriting: Literature (5)COMM 1A Introduction to Speech (3)COMM 2A Fundamentals of Oral Interpretationof Literature (3)COMM 2B Fundamentals of Oral Interpretationof Literature (3)COMM 5 Persuasion and Critical Thinking (3)ENGL 1B Composition and Reading (4)ENGL 10A Creative Writing (3)ENGL 10B Creative Writing (3)ENGL 30A Introduction to American Literature (3)ENGL 30B Introduction to American Literature (3)ENGL 33AENGL 33BIntroduction to Contemporary Literature(3)Introduction to Contemporary Literature(3)FREN 1A Elementary French (5)FREN 1B Elementary French (5)GERM 1A Elementary German (5)GERM 1B Elementary German (5)HUMAN 1 Introduction to Humanities (3)HUMAN 2 Human Values (3)HUMAN 3 Future Studies (3)

156 LIBERAL ARTSHUMAN 13A Myth, Symbol and Folklore (3)HUMAN 13B Myth, Symbol and Folklore (3)HUMAN 40 Religions of the World (3)HUMAN 51A Latin-American Folklore (3)HUMAN 51B Latin-American Folklore (3)HUMAN 51C Latin-American Folklore (3)M/LAT 2A Latin-American Folklore (3)M/LAT 2B Latin-American Folklore (3)M/LAT 2C Latin-American Folklore (3)MUSIC 9 Introduction to World Music (3)MUSIC 10 Music Appreciation (3)MUSIC 15A Jazz, Blues and Popular Music in theMUSIC 15BAmerican Culture (3)Jazz, Blues and Popular Music in theAmerican Culture (3)PHIL 1 Introduction to Philosophy (3)PHIL 2 Social and Political Philosophy (3)PHIL 10 Logic (3)SPAN 1A Elementary Spanish (5)SPAN 1B Elementary Spanish (5)SPAN 2A Intermediate Spanish (5)SPAN 2B Intermediate Spanish (5)SPAN 20A Readings in Spanish (5)SPAN 20B Readings in Spanish (5)VIET 1A Elementary Vietnamese I (5)VIET 1B Elementary Vietnamese II (5)VIET 2A Intermediate Vietnamese (5)VIET 2B Intermediate Vietnamese (5) 18Total Required Units 18Liberal Arts with Emphasis inNatural SciencesThese courses emphasize the natural sciences whichexamine the physical universe, its life forms and itsnatural phenomena. Students will be able to demonstratean understanding of the methodologies of science asinvestigative tools. Students will also examine theinfluence that the acquisition of scientific knowledge hason the development of the world’s civilizations. Coursesfrom Anthropology, Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry,Geography (excluding cultural studies), Geology andPhysics are acceptable with a limit of no more than twocourses in a single subject area making up the 18 units.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsSelect a minimum of 18 units with no more thantwo courses per discipline from the following:ANTHR 1 Introduction to Physical Anthropology (3)ASTR 1 Introduction to Astronomy (3)BIOL 1A General Biology (5)BIOL 1B General Biology (5)BIOL 2 Human Anatomy (5)BIOL 4 Human Physiology (5)BIOL 10 Introduction to Biology (4)BIOL 11 Principles of Biology (3)BIOL 26 Human Biology (3)CHEM 1A General Chemistry (5)CHEM 1B General Chemistry (5)CHEM 30A Introductory Inorganic Chemistry (4)CHEM 30B Introductory Organic and Biochemistry (4)GEOG 1 Physical Geography (3)GEOL 10 Introduction to Geology (3)PHYS 4A General Physics with Calculus (5)PHYS 4B General Physics with Calculus (5)PHYS 4C General Physics with Calculus (5)PHYS 10 Introduction to Physics (4) 18Total Required Units 18Liberal Arts with Emphasisin Social and BehavioralSciencesThese courses emphasize the perspective, concepts,theories and methodologies typically found in the vastvariety of disciplines that comprise study in the Socialand Behavioral Sciences. Students will study aboutthemselves and others as members of a larger society.Topics of discussion will stimulate critical thinking aboutways people have acted in response to their societieswill allow students to evaluate how societies and socialsubgroups operate. Courses from African-AmericanStudies, Anthropology, Asian and Asian-AmericanStudies, Economics, Education, Geography (excludingphysical geography), History, Mexican/Latin AmericanStudies, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology areacceptable with a limit of no more than two courses in asingle subject area making up the 18 units.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsSelect a minimum of 18 units with no more thantwo courses per discipline from the following:AFRAM 30 African-American History: Africa to1865 (3)AFRAM 31 African-American History: 1865 to 1945(3)ANTHR 2 Introduction to Archaeology andPrehistory (3)ANTHR 3 Introduction to Social and CulturalAnthropology (3)ANTHR 5 American Indian History and Culture (3)ANTHR 14American Mosaic: The Cultures of theUnited States (3)ASAME 45A Asian-American History to 1945 (3)ASAME 45B Asian-American History from 1945 tothe Present (3)ECON 1ECON 2Principles of Economics (Macro-Economics) (3)Principles of Economics (Micro-Economics) (3)ECON 5 Introduction to Economics (3)EDUC 1 Introduction to the Field of Education (3)GEOG 2 Cultural Geography (3)GEOG 3 World Regional Geography (3)HIST 2A History of European Civilization (3)HIST 2B History of European Civilization (3)HIST 7A History of the United States to 1877 (3)HIST 7B History of the United States since 1865 (3)M/LAT 18AHistory and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)

LIBERAL ARTS157M/LAT 18B History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)POSCI 2 Comparative Government (3)POSCI 4 Political Theory (3)POSCI 26United States and California Constitution(3)PSYCH 1A Introduction to General Psychology (3)PSYCH 1B Introduction to General Psychology (3)PSYCH 7A Psychology of Childhood (3)PSYCH 7B Adolescent Psychology (3)PSYCH 12 Human Sexuality (3)PSYCH 18 Psychology of Minority Groups (3)PSYCH 24 Abnormal Psychology (3)SOC 1 Introduction to Sociology (3)SOC 2 Social Problems (3)SOC 5 Minority Groups(3) 18Total Required Units 18LIBERAL ARTS: IGETCIf you plan to transfer to the California State Universitysystem (CSU) or the University of California system(UC), you are encouraged to pursue a Certificate ofAchievement in Liberal Arts. You should consult with acounselor to develop your own program of study.UC or CSU TransferYou are encouraged to pursue this certificate if you wantto apply to transfer to either the University of Californiasystem or the California State University system and wantto fulfill lower-division general education requirementsby completing the Intersegmental General EducationTransfer Curriculum (IGETC). You will select coursesthat fulfill the IGETC requirements (with a grade of “C”or better in each course), to total 37 transferable semesterunits (with an overall GPA of 2.0). Upon completion ofthese requirements you will file both a “Petition for aCertificate of Achievement” and a “Request for GeneralEducation or IGETC Certification” with the Admissionsand Records Office.Certificate of AchievementComplete the following requirements:• You must complete the course requirements for allareas before IGETC can be certified.• You must complete all courses with grades of “C” orbetter.Area 1: English CommunicationUC: 1 course from Group A, and 1 course from Group B.CSU: 1 course from Group A, 1 course from Group B,and 1 course from Group C.Group A: English Composition: One course, 3semester (4-5 quarter) units.English 1AGroup B: Critical Thinking-English Composition: Onecourse, 3 semester (4-5 quarter) units.Communication 5English 5Group C: Oral Communication (CSU requirementonly): One course, 3 semester (4-5 quarter)units.Communication 1A, 1B, 4, 20, 45Area 2: Mathematical Concepts and QuantitativeReasoningOne course, 3 semester (4-5 quarter) units.Mathematics 2, 3A**, 3B**, 3C**, 3E, 3F, 11, 13, 16A**,16B****Transfer credit may be limited by either UC and/orCSU due to course sequencing. See a counselor forinformation.Area 3: Arts and HumanitiesAt least three courses, with at least one from the Artsand one from the Humanities, 9 semester (12-15 quarter)units.Arts:Art 1, 2, 3, 4, 8A, 8BMusic 9, 10, 12A, 12B, 15A, 15BHumanities:Chinese 10B++, 11A++, 11B++, 12A, 12BEnglish 1B, 16, 17A, 17B, 27A, 27B, 30A, 30B, 31, 32A, 32B,33A, 33B, 36French 1B++German 1B++Humanities 1, 2, 3, 13A*+, 13B*+, 40, 51A+, 51B+, 51C+Mexican and Latin American Studies 2A+, 2B+, 2C+, 3+,18A*+, 18B*+Philosophy 1, 2, 4, 5, 20A, 20BPsychology 13A*+, 13B*+Spanish 1B++, 2A++, 2B++, 51+Vietnamese 2A++, 2B++*Course may not be counted in more than one area.+Students will receive credit and certification for onecourse only.++Course can be used to clear Language Other thanEnglish (UC requirement only).Area 4: Social and Behavioral SciencesAt least three courses from at least two disciplines or aninterdisciplinary sequence, 9 semester (12-15 quarter)units.African-American Studies 5, 30+, 31+, 32+Anthropology 2, 3, 5+; 14Asian and Asian-American Studies 45A, 45BBiology 27+Economics 1, 2, 5Geography 2, 3History 1+, 2A, 2B, 5, 7A, 7B**, 8A, 8B, 10A, 10B, 11, 12,15**, 17, 18, 19, 32, 50+, 51+, 52+, 53A*+, 53B*+, 55A,56+Humanities 13A*+, 13B*+Mexican and Latin-American Studies 18A*+, 18B*+Political Science 1*, 2, 3, 4, 6, 18, 26Psychology 1A, 1B, 3, 7A, 7B, 9A, 9B, 12+, 13A*+, 13B*+,18, 24Sociology 1, 2, 3+, 5, 13

LIBERAL ARTS159Area B: Scientific Inquiry and Quantitative ReasoningMinimum of 9 semester (12-15 quarter) units, withone course from each subgroup: One from PhysicalSciences (B1), one from Life Sciences (B2), and one fromMathematics/Quantitative Reasoning (B4). One labactivity course required from either Physical Sciencesor Life Sciences (L=with Lab), or other lab activitycourse listed. Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning (B4)required with a grade of “C” or better.B1: Physical SciencesAstronomy 1Chemistry 1A(L), 1B(L), 30A(L), 30B(L)Geography 1, 1LGeology 10Physics 4A(L), 4B(L), 4C(L),10B2: Biological SciencesAnthropology 1Biology 1A(L), 1B(L), 2(L), 4(L), 10(L), 11, 12A(L), 12B(L),14(L), 26(L)B3: Laboratory ActivityOne course from either B1 or B2 with a laboratory (L), orone of the following:Anthropology 1LGeography 1LB4: Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning: (Must becompleted with a grade of “C” or better.)Mathematics 2, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E, 3F, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16A, 16B,50Area C: Arts, Literature, Philosophy, and ForeignLanguagesMinimum of 9 semester (12-15 quarter) units, atleast one course from Arts (C1), one course fromHumanities (C2), and one course from either the Arts orHumanities.C1: ArtsArt 1, 2, 3, 4, 8A. 8B, 122Music 9, 10, 12A, 12B, 15A, 15BTheatre Arts 1##Students taking Theatre Arts 1 for 2 units will needadditional units to clear this area.C2: HumanitiesChinese 10A, 10B, 11A, 11B, 12A, 12BCommunication 2A, 2BEnglish 1B, 10A, 10B, 16, 17A, 17B, 27A, 27B, 30A, 30B, 31,32A, 32B, 33A, 33B, 36, 47, 61French 1A, 1B, 2A, 2BGerman 1A, 1BHistory 11*Humanities 1, 2*, 3*, 13A*+, 13B*+, 40, 51A+, 51B+, 51C+Mexican and Latin-American Studies 2A+, 2B+, 2C+, 3+Philosophy 1, 2, 4, 5, 20A, 20BSpanish 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 20A, 20B, 51+Vietnamese 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B*Course may not be counted in more than one area.+Students will receive credit and certification forone course only.Area D: Social, Political, and Economic Institutionsand Behavior, and Historical BackgroundMinimum of 9 semester (12-15 quarter) units from atleast two disciplines.African-American Studies 5, 30+, 31+, 32+Anthropology 2, 3, 5+, 14Asian and Asian-American Studies 45A, 45BBiology 27*+Economics 1, 2, 5Geography 2, 3History 1+, 2A, 2B, 5, 7A, 7B**, 8A, 8B, 10A, 10B, 11*, 12,15**, 17, 18, 19, 32, 50+, 51+, 52+, 53A+, 53B+, 55A, 56+Mexican and Latin-American Studies 18A+, 18B+Political Science 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 16, 18, 26Psychology 1A*, 1B*, 3*, 7A, 7B, 12*+, 13A*+, 13B*+, 18*,24Sociology 1, 2, 3+, 5, 13*Course may not be counted in more than one area.+Students will receive credit and certification for onecourse only.**Transfer credit may be limited by either UC or CSU dueto course sequencing. See a counselor for information.Area E: Lifelong Understanding and Self-DevelopmentMinimum of 3 semester (4-5 quarter) units.Biology 27*+, 31Computer Information Systems 1Counseling 24, 30, 57Dance 10, 24, 30, 31, 40, 43, 44, 45Health Education 2Humanities 2*, 3*, 13A*+, 13B*+Psychology 1A*, 1B*, 3*, 8, 9A, 9B, 12*+, 13A*+, 13B*+, 18*Physical Education 2, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 15, 21, 30, 35, 38,39, 44, 71, 91, 96, 99, 101*Course may not be counted in more than one area.+Students will receive credit and certification for onecourse only.American Institutions RequirementCSU graduation requires completion of a U.S. History,Constitution and American Ideals requirement. Tocomplete this requirement take one of the followingcombinations of two courses:With Political Science 1 take one of the following:African-American Studies 30 or 31, orHistory 7A or 7B or 15 or 50 or 51;ORWith Political Science 16 take History 7A;ORWith Political Science 26 take one of the following:African-American Studies 30 or 31, orHistory 7A or 7B or 15 or 50 or 51.Note: Courses used to meet this requirement may also beused to satisfy the requirement in CSU-GE/Breadth AreaD (at the option of the receiving CSU campus) althoughthe units are only counted once. Please see a counselorfor more information.Total Minimum Required Units: 39

160 LIBERAL ARTSNote: Students must request certification of CSU generaleducation requirements from Admissions and Recordsprior to transfer. For full certification of GE requirements,student must complete 9 units from area A, a minimumof 9 units from areas B, C, and D, and 3 units from area Efor a total of 39 units.LIBERAL ARTS: TeacherPreparationFor students interested in pursuing a teaching career ingrades K-12, the Liberal Arts Major is the appropriatepathway. The Liberal Arts Major is the most common“approved” major for teacher preparation and the majorthat best prepares students to take the California SubjectExaminations for Teachers (CSET).With careful selection of course work a student mayprepare for several universities as well as completethe lower division general education requirementsneeded to enter a credential program. For more specificinformation, please see a counselor.

LIBRARY INFORMATION STUDIES (LIS)LIBRARY INFORMATION Studies(LIS)161Library Information Studies enables students to becomemore successful by learning to recognize the extent andnature of information needed for research, then locate,evaluate, effectively use, and present information tosolve problems. After completing library researchclasses and workshops, students will know how to makemore informed decisions, adapt to new technologies,and remain independent learners for life. In a twentyfirstcentury information economy, information literacyprovides a critical set of skills often listed among the topten job skills sought by employers.LIS 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Library InformationStudies.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU.See section on Selected Topics. 0801.00LIS 85Introduction to Information Resources2 units, 2 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Engl 201A or appropriateplacement through multiple-measures assessment, andCIS 1 or 200 or 205 or Bus 219Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to the basic concepts and tools used ininformation research: Emphasis on how to developa research topic and find, locate, evaluate, and useinformation; search strategies for print and onlineresources including reference books, catalogs, indexes,specialized databases, and the Internet. 1699.00LIS 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Library InformationStudies.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0801.00LIS 348AA-FZSelected Topics in Library InformationStudies.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0801.00

162 MATHEMATICS (MATH)MATHEMATICS(MATH)What is Mathematics? Studying math is an explorationof the “science of numbers and their operations,interrelations, combinations, generalizations, andabstractions and of space configurations and theirstructure, measurement, transformations, andgeneralizations” (Merriam –Webster).Why Study Mathematics? Today’s world has manyfields that need specialists in mathematics. Careersin mathematics include: scientists, researchers, spacetechnicians, mathematics teachers, actuaries andinsurance specialists, and people who can combinemathematical knowledge with a scientific, computer, orbusiness background.At College of Alameda we offer you a variety of coursesintended for those who want to pursue a degree orcertificate in mathematics as well as those who wish todevelop quantitative and problem-solving skills for usein other fields. We teach according to the motto:Education anytime anywhere by offering a widerange of Math classes designed to fit around anyone’sbusy schedules.The faculty and staff in mathematics at College ofAlameda are dedicated to working hard with you—helping you succeed in a positive atmosphere that isconducive to your learning math in the most enjoyableand competent manner possible!The AS degree in Mathematics will be awarded uponcompletion of the major course requirements listedbelow and the General Education requirements for theAssociate in Science Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsMATH 3A Calculus I 5MATH 3B Calculus II 5MATH 3C Calculus III 5MATH 3E Linear Algebra 3MATH 3F Differential Equations 3Select one course (4 units) from the following:MATH 11 Discrete Mathematics (4)MATH 12 Symbolic Logic (4)MATH 13 Introduction to Statistics (4) 4Total Required Units 25MATH 2Pre-Calculus with Analytic Geometry5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 50 or 52CAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCAdvanced algebra and analytic geometry: Linear,quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic,and inverse functions; determinants, matrices and linearsystems; zeros to polynomials, arithmetic and geometricsequences, mathematical induction; permutations andcombinations, binomial theorem; vectors, conic sections,translation and rotation of axes, polar coordinates, linesand surfaces in space, quadric surfaces. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b, 4e; CSU area B4; IGETC area 2MATH 3ACalculus I5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 2; or Math 1, and 50 or 52CAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCTheorems on limits and continuous functions, derivatives,differentials and applications: Fundamental theoremsof calculus and applications; properties of exponential,logarithmic, and inverse trigonometric functions, andhyperbolic functions. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b, 4e; CSU area B4; IGETC area 2MATH 3BCalculus II5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 3AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCApplications of the definite integral: Methods ofintegration, polar coordinates, parametric equations,infinite and power series. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b, 4e; CSU area B4; IGETC area 2MATH 3CCalculus III5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 3BAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCPartial differentiation: Jacobians, transformations,multiple integrals, theorems of Green and Stokes,differential forms, vectors and vector functions,geometric coordinates, and vector calculus. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b, 4e; CSU area B4; IGETC area 2

MATHEMATICS (MATH)163MATH 3ELinear Algebra3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 3AMath 3E plus 3F are equivalent to Math 3D.Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Math 3D.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCLinear algebra: Gaussian and Gauss-Jordan elimination,matrices, determinants, vectors in R 2 and R 3 , real andcomplex vector spaces, inner product spaces, lineartransformations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, andapplications. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b, 4e; CSU area B4; IGETC area 2MATH 3FDifferential Equations3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 3CMath 3E plus 3F are equivalent to Math 3D.Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Math 3D.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCOrdinary differential equations: First-order, secondorder,and higher-order equations; separable and exactequations, series solutions, Laplace transformations,systems of differential equations. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b, 4e; CSU area B4; IGETC area 2MATH 11Discrete Mathematics4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Math 3BAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCDiscrete mathematics: Mathematical induction, finiteseries, sets, relations and functions, introduction to trees,combinatorics, algebraic structures, and probability.1701.00AA/AS area 4b, 4e; CSU area B4; IGETC area 2MATH 12Symbolic Logic4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 203 or 211DAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to symbolic logic: Valid reasoning, logicaltruth, consistency premises, symbolizing everydaylanguage, general theory of inference for predicatecalculus, consistency and independence of axioms,theorems of logic, axiomatic systems, mathematicalinduction and direct proofs, sentential and predicatelogic. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b, 4e; CSU area B4MATH 13Introduction to Statistics4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 203 or 211DAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to theory and practice of statistics: Collectingdata: Sampling, observational and experimental studies.Organizing data: Univariate and bivariate tables andgraphs, histograms. Describing data: Measures oflocation, spread, and correlation. Theory: Probability,random variables; binomial and normal distributions.Drawing conclusions from data: Confidence intervals,hypothesis testing, z-tests, t-tests, and chi-square tests;one-way analysis of variance. Regression and nonparametricmethods. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b. 4e; CSU area B4; IGETC area 2MATH 15Mathematics for Liberal Arts Students3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Math 203 or 211DAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCFundamental ideas underlying modern mathematics:Elements from logic, sets, and number systems;concepts of elementary algebra, geometry, topology, andcombinatorics. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b, 4e; CSU area B4MATH 16ACalculus for Business and Life/Social Sciences3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 1 or 2Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to analytic geometry and differential andintegral calculus of algebraic functions with particularattention paid to simple applications. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b; CSU area B4; IGETC area 2MATH 16BCalculus for Business and Life/Social Sciences3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 16A or 3AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of differential and integral calculus:Transcendental functions, methods of integration, partialdifferentiation, and multiple integration with particularattention to applications. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b; CSU area B4; IGETC area 2MATH 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Mathematics.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1701.00

164 MATHEMATICS (MATH)MATH 49Independent Study in Mathematics.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1701.00MATH 50Trigonometry3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 202, and 203 or 211DNot open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Math 52ABC.Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to functional trigonometry: Basic definitions,identities, graphs, inverse functions, trigonometricequations and applications, solution of triangles andapplications, polar coordinates, complex numbers, andDe Moivre’s Theorem. 1701.00AA/AS area 4b, 4e; CSU area B4MATH 201Elementary Algebra4 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 225 or 250 or 251D or 253 orappropriate placement through multiple-measuresassessment processNot open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Math 210ABCD.Basic algebraic operations: Linear equations andinequalities, relations and functions, factoring quadraticpolynomials, solving quadratic equations, fractions,radicals and exponents, word problems, graphing, andnumber systems. 1701.00MATH 202Geometry3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 201 or 210D or appropriate placementthrough multiple-measures assessment processIntroduction to plane geometry emphasizingmathematical logic and proofs: Geometric constructions,congruent triangles, parallel lines and parallelograms,proportions, similar triangles, circles, polygons, andarea. 1701.00AA/AS area 4bMATH 203Intermediate Algebra4 units, 5 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 201 or 210D or appropriate placementthrough multiple-measures assessment processRecommended preparation: Math 202Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Math 211ABCD.Intermediate algebraic operations: Real numberproperties and operations; solutions and graphs oflinear equations in one and two variables; absolutevalue equations; advanced factoring; complex numbers;quadratic equations and systems of quadratic equations;conics; determinants; solutions and graphs of firstdegree,quadratic, and rational inequalities; exponentialand logarithmic functions; and sequences and series.1701.00AA/AS area 4bMATH 225Mathematics for Technicians3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Math 250 or 251D or 253 or appropriateplacement based on a multiple-measure assessmentprocessMathematics for technicians: Signed numbers, formulas,fractions, English and metric measurements, decimals,accurate readings of scales, errors, simple algebra andgeometry, reading graphs, and use of the calculator.1701.00MATH 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Mathematics.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1701.00MATH 250Arithmetic3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare concurrently enrolled in Math 251ABCD.Non-degree applicableRefresher course in the fundamental processes ofarithmetic: Whole numbers, fractions, decimals andpercents; metric system introduced and incorporatedthroughout the arithmetic material. 4930.41

MATHEMATICS (MATH)165MATH 251BArithmetic1 unit, 1 hour lecture (GR or P/NP)Modular, open-entry/open-exit coursePrerequisite: Math 251A or appropriate placementthrough multiple-measures assessment processNot open for credit to students who have completed orare concurrently enrolled in Math 250.Non-degree applicableModular course in the fundamental processes ofarithmetic: Arithmetic of decimals and percents. 4930.41MATH 251CArithmetic1 unit, 1 hour lecture (GR or P/NP)Modular, open-entry/open-exit coursePrerequisite: Math 251B or appropriate placementthrough multiple-measures assessment processNot open for credit to students who have completed orare concurrently enrolled in Math 250.Non-degree applicableModular course in the fundamental processes ofarithmetic: Ratio, proportion, and arithmetic of measuresincluding the English and metric systems. 4930.41MATH 251DArithmetic1 unit, 1 hour lecture (GR or P/NP)Modular, open-entry/open-exit coursePrerequisite: Math 251C or appropriate placementthrough multiple-measures assessment processNot open for credit to students who have completed orare concurrently enrolled in Math 250.Non-degree applicableModular course in the fundamental processes ofarithmetic: Application to consumer-oriented problems,and introduction to the solution of equations andformulas. 4930.41MATH 257Learning Strategies in Algebra and Geometry1-3 units, 1-3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseRecommended for students with learning disabilities.Enroll through Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.Non-degree applicableCourse study under this section may be repeated twotimes for a maximum of 3 units.Introductory concepts in algebra and geometry forstudents with learning disabilities: Learning strategiesfor mastering algebra and geometry based on students’individual learning strengths and weaknesses. 4930.32MATH 258Introduction to Mathematical Concepts andStrategies1-3 units, 1-3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Open-entry/open-exit courseRecommended for students with learning disabilities.Enroll through Programs and Services for Students withDisabilities.Non-degree applicableCourse study under this section may be repeated twotimes for a maximum of 3 units.Quantitative concepts and development of problemsolving skills in arithmetic for students with learningdisabilities: Learning strategies for mastering arithmeticbased on students’ individual learning strengths andweaknesses. 4930.32MATH 253Pre-Algebra3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Math 250 or 251D orappropriate placement through multiple-measuresassessment processNon-degree applicableFundamentals of pre-algebra: Properties of real numbers,factoring and multiples, ratio and proportion, signednumbers, linear equations and formulas, powers androots, percents and averages, and English and metricmeasurements. 4930.41

166MEXICAN AND LATIN-AMERICAN STUDIES (MLAT)MEXICAN AND LATIN-AMERICAN STUDIES(M/LAT)The AA degree in Mexican and Latin-American Studieswill be awarded upon completion of the major courserequirements listed below and the General Educationrequirements for the Associate in Arts Degree listed inthe Degrees and Programs section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsHIST 5 History of Mexico 3HIST 8A History of Latin-American Civilization 3HIST 8B History of Latin-American Civilization 3HIST 17 History of the Mexican-American 3Select one course (3 units) from the following:HUMAN 51A* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2A* Latin-American Folklore (3)HUMAN 51B* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2B* Latin-American Folklore (3)HUMAN 51C* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2C* Latin-American Folklore (3) 3Select 3-5 units from the following:ART 8A Ethnic Arts of Middle America (3)ART 8B Ethnic Arts of Middle America (3)HIST 53A** History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3orM/LAT 18A** History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)HIST 53B** History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)orM/LAT 18B**History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)M/LAT 3 Latin-American/Chicano Authors (3)POSCI 8 Tenant/Marriage/Consumer (3)SPAN 1A*** Elementary Spanish (5)SPAN 1B*** Elementary Spanish (5)SPAN 2A Intermediate Spanish (5)SPAN 2B Intermediate Spanish (5)SPAN 30A Conversational Spanish (3)SPAN 30B Conversational Spanish (3) 3-5Total Required Units 18-20*Credit limited to one course only.**Credit limited to one course only.***Proficiency through the level of SPAN 1B is stronglyrecommended.M/LAT 2ALatin-American Folklore3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Human 51A. Not open for credit tostudents who have completed or are currently enrolledin Human 51A.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of Mexican and Mexican-American folklore,including Spanish-speaking folk groups in the UnitedStates: Indigenous myths, legends, contemporary oralnarrative, folk art, cooking, and folk music with emphasison ballads, folk humor, and festivals, both religious andsecular. No knowledge of Spanish required. 2203.04AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3M/LAT 2BLatin-American Folklore3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Human 51B. Not open for credit tostudents who have completed or are currently enrolledin Human 51B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of Central American and Caribbean folklore,including Spanish-speaking folk groups in the UnitedStates: Indigenous myths, legends, contemporary oralnarrative, folk art, cooking, and folk music with emphasison ballads, folk humor, and festivals, both religious andsecular. No knowledge of Spanish required. 2203.04AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3M/LAT 2CLatin-American Folklore3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Human 51C. Not open for credit tostudents who have completed or are currently enrolledin Human 51C.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of South American folklore, including Spanishspeakingfolk groups in the United States: Indigenousmyths, legends, contemporary oral narrative, folk art,cooking, and folk music with emphasis on ballads, folkhumor, and festivals, both religious and secular. Noknowledge of Spanish required. 2203.04AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3

MEXICAN AND LATIN-AMERICAN STUDIES (MLAT)167M/LAT 3Survey of Latin-American/Chicano Authors3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Span 51. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Span51.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCChronological study of selected pre-Hispanic, Spanishcolonial, and contemporary Latin literature in translation:Focus on contemporary Chicano, Puerto Rican, andMexican authors with emphasis on Latin-Americanliterary trends. 2203.04AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3M/LAT 18AHistory and Culture of the Caribbean/CentralAmerica3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Hist 53A. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Hist53A.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory, culture, politics, and social and economic makeupof the Caribbean and Central American nationsfrom the pre-Columbian period to 1810: Emphasis onunderstanding contemporary institutions and events inrelation to Anglo America. 2203.04AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 3, 4M/LAT 49Independent Study-Mexican/Latin-AmericanStudies.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 2203.04M/LAT 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Mexican/Latin-AmericanStudies.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 2203.04M/LAT 18BHistory and Culture of the Caribbean/CentralAmerica3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Hist 53B. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Hist53B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory, culture, politics, and social and economic makeupof the Caribbean and Central American nationsfrom 1810 to the present: Emphasis on understandingcontemporary institutions and events in relation toAnglo America. 2203.04AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 3, 4M/LAT 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Mexican/Latin-AmericanStudies.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU.See section on Selected Topics. 2203.04

168 MUSIC (MUSIC)MUSIC(MUSIC)In studying Music at College of Alameda our missionis to help you by enriching your life and empoweringyou with a broad understanding and appreciation ofmusic’s impact on your daily life as well as the greaterworld in which we live.We offer courses for the aspiring performer/musicianas well as those seeking to better understand the innerworkings of the music industry along with its history.Experienced professionals who bring both academicintegrity and first-hand experience to the classroom,our staff are committed to the personal growth anddevelopment of each and every student.MUSIC 1AMusicianship3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of music theory: Clefs, key signatures, scales,intervals (diatonic and chromatic), chord structures(triads and dominant sevenths), and rhythm. 1004.00MUSIC 1BMusicianship3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Music 1A and 38AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of chord structures: Triads, seventh chords andtheir extensions; proper notation and function, theory ofrhythmic design explored through the study of propernotation, manuscript considerations, and rhythmicdrills, dictation, written and performance skills. 1004.00MUSIC 9Introduction to World Music3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCUnderstanding and appreciation of world music throughinformed listening, analysis and discernment of musicalelements, form and repertoire: Covers a rich diversityof styles (popular, folk, classical), periods and cultures.1004.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3A

MUSIC (MUSIC)169MUSIC 10Music Appreciation3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey designed to enhance the enjoyment of musicwith emphasis on listening: Historical overview of thedevelopment of musical form through the centuries.1004.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3MUSIC 12AIntroduction to Music Literature: Birth of Christto 18273 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCChronological survey of various phases of stylisticgrowth in Western music: Early Christian beginnings toBeethoven. 1004.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3MUSIC 12BIntroduction to Music Literature: RomanticPeriod to Present3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Music 12A is not prerequisite to Music 12B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCChronological survey of various phases of stylisticgrowth in Western music: Musical contributions of thenineteenth and twentieth centuries. 1004.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3MUSIC 15AJazz, Blues and Popular Music in the AmericanCulture3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistorical and critical analysis of unique American music:Focus on environments from which its many forms haveemerged and its role in social history; development ofblues, folk, jazz, rock and other popular music forms inthe twentieth century. 1004.00AA/AS area 3, 5; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3MUSIC 15BJazz, Blues and Popular Music in the AmericanCulture3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Music 15A is not prerequisite to Music 15B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of the contemporary music scene with in-depthinvestigation of trends in artistic expression: Music asa revolutionary force, the role of the music industry,analysis of performances and interviews. 1004.00AA/AS area 3, 5; CSU area C1; IGETC area 3MUSIC 23Stage Band2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Ability to play a jazzorientedinstrument proficiently and some knowledgeof improvisationAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study and performance of “Big Band” jazz arrangements.Participation in public performance required. 1004.00MUSIC 25College Choir2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Ability to sing acceptably determined byinstructor through auditionAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study and interpretation of a wide variety of accompaniedand unaccompanied choral literature. Participation inpublic performances required. 1004.00MUSIC 28Small Ensemble Improvisation/Jazz Theory2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UC (pending)Course study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study and performance of jazz, blues and improvisation:Emphasis on the blues using representative compositionsof the blues and standard jazz repertoire from 1883 tothe present. 1004.00MUSIC 36Contemporary Jazz Band Studies2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Ability to play a jazz-oriented instrumentproficientlyAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study of materials and techniques unique to thecontemporary jazz ensemble: Addition of jazz fusion,Latin, Bossa Nova, Samba and various other African/American styles to the more traditional Big Band Swing.1004.00MUSIC 38Elementary Piano1 unit, 1 hour lecture, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Basic piano techniques and theory: Scales, arpeggios,and chord structures. 1004.00

170 MUSIC (MUSIC) - NATURAL SCIENCESMUSIC 42 Beginning Percussion1 unit, 1 hour lecture, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Basic introduction to snare drumming: Designed as acounterpart to the Beginning Winds course, MUSIC44A-D. 1004.00NATURAL SCIENCESSee listing for Liberal Arts with Emphasis in NaturalSciences.MUSIC 44Beginning Winds1 unit, 1 hour lecture, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Students provide their own instruments.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Beginning course in wind instrument playing:Establishment of good basic techniques. 1004.00MUSIC 46Voice1 unit, 1 hour lecture, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Study of voice: Correct breathing, tone production, vocaltechnique, diction, stage deportment and song repertoire.Solo performance from memory required. 1004.00MUSIC 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Music.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1004.00MUSIC 49Independent Study in Music.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1004.00MUSIC 248AA-FZ Selected Topics in Music.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1004.00

PHILOSOPHY(PHIL)PHILOSOPHY (PHIL)171What is Philosophy? Philosophy is a discipline thatexamines fundamental questions about everyday lifeand the natural world. The main objectives of studyingphilosophy at College of Alameda are: (1) to criticallyanalyze ideas, texts, arguments, traditions, andcontemporary culture, and (2) to synthesize knowledgefor the purposes of inspiring personal and social change.By studying philosophy, you will gain wisdom, clarity,and awareness about a wide variety of philosophicalissues that arise within different cultural and historicalcontexts.Philosophy will prepare students to transfer to anydiscipline of their choice within the humanities and socialsciences at a college or university. In addition, you willlearn valuable life skills such as critical thinking, culturalcompetence, social activism, community-building,and conflict resolution. An AA degree in philosophycan be applied to a range of careers in law, education,business, medicine, nursing, law, psychology, sociology,anthropology, theology, social work, and grass-roots andnonprofit organizations.The AA degree in Philosophy will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the major course requirementslisted below and the General Education requirementsfor the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsPHIL 10 Logic 3PHIL 20A History of Philosophy 3PHIL 20B History of Philosophy 3Select two courses (6 units) from the following:PHIL 1 Introduction to Philosophy (3)PHIL 2 Social and Political Philosophy (3)PHIL 4 Philosophy of Religion (3)PHIL 5 Ethical Problems (3) 6Select one course (3 units) from the following:ENGL 27A The Bible as Literature: Old Testament (3)ENGL 27B The Bible as Literature: New Testament (3)PHIL 1 Introduction to Philosophy (3)(if not already selected above)PHIL 2 Social and Political Philosophy (3)(if not already selected above)PHIL 4 Philosophy of Religion (3)(if not already selected above)PHIL 5 Ethical Problems (3)(if not already selected above)POSCI 4 Political Theory (3)SOC 2 Social Problems (3) 3Total Required Units 18PHIL 1Introduction to Philosophy3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of selected classic examples of original works ofphilosophers: Literature of the discipline and analyticalmethods, aims, goals, and types of problems peculiar tophilosophers and philosophical inquiry; metaphysics,epistemology, valuing and axiology, aesthetics, andreligion. 1509.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3PHIL 2Social and Political Philosophy3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCFocus on classic examples of social and politicalphilosophy in Western civilization: Original writingsby classic Greeks (Plato and Aristotle), Americans(Hamilton, Madison, and Jefferson), modern Europeans(Marx and Mill), and appropriate contemporaryphilosophers. 1509.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3PHIL 4Philosophy of Religion3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCPhilosophy of religion from both an existential andhistorical perspective: Existentially, through anexamination of “religion” as personal, social andtheological; and historically, through an examination ofcommon doctrines in the Semitic, Vedic and East Asianreligions. 1509.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3PHIL 5Ethical Problems3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCAnalysis of ethical problems such as violence, sex, warand oppression: Imaginative literature, cinema, currentevents reported in the media, and great traditions ofWestern civilization. 1509.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3

172 PHILOSOPHY (PHIL)PHIL 10Logic3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCConsideration of logical problems of language:Deduction and induction, fallacies, theory of argumentand the scientific method, and study of correct reasoningin Aristotelian and modern logic. 1509.00AA/AS area 3, 4e; CSU area A3PHIL 20AHistory of Philosophy3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of philosophy from the Ionians to the Scholastics:Chronological development of leading philosophicalperspectives that have been associated with Westerncivilization. 1509.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3PHIL 20BHistory of Philosophy3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Phil 20A is not prerequisite to Phil 20B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCHistory of philosophy from the Renaissance to thepresent: Chronological development of leadingphilosophical perspectives that have been associatedwith Western civilization. 1509.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3PHIL 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Philosophy.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1509.00PHIL 49Independent Study in Philosophy.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1509.00PHIL 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Philosophy.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1509.00

PHYSICAL EDUCATION(PE)PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE)173Physical Education is about activity that serves as amedium through which a total learning experiencetakes place. Physical activity not only improves ourphysical health, but it enhances our emotional outlook,and even stimulates our intellectual activity and ability.It improves wellness while focusing on teaching skills,the acquisition of knowledge, and the development ofattitudes through movement.Why “study” Physical Education? It provides eachperson various opportunities from assessment of fitnesslevels and the appropriate activities that will helpovercome personal weaknesses to the acquisition oflifetime fitness type activities.What can you do with Physical Education? Variousfour-year universities offer degree and certificationopportunities in the field of physical education. Manyemployment opportunities are available throughphysical education i.e., fitness trainer, health educator,classroom instructor, conditioning coach, athletic coach,sports medicine, officiating, and other meaningfulemployment opportunities.At College of Alameda the physical educationinstructors utilize interval training methods thatare characterized by alternating periods of vigorousexercise (work interval) with periods of relief (lowintensity exercise) or rest intervals.

174 PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE)PE 2Aerobics.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Development of cardiovascular andrespiratory systems of the body through oxygen intake.0835.00CSU area EPE 5Badminton.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Fundamentals and skills in badminton.0835.00CSU area EPE 7Basketball.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Fundamentals and skills in basketball.0835.00CSU area EPE 8Body Building.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Use of weights to build strength, stamina,and power in various muscle groups. 0835.00CSU area EPE 9Body Conditioning.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Physical fitness through flexibilityroutines, resistance training, core strengthening andcardiovascular exercise; benefits of physical fitness as anaspect of overall well-being. 0835.00CSU area EPE 10Bowling.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Fundamentals and skills in bowling.0835.00CSU area EPE 14General Exercise.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Development of muscular strength andendurance of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems;flexibility, agility, coordination and balance; principles ofbody mechanics and kinesiology. 0835.00CSU area EPE 21Live Longer Fitness.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Increase in body fitness and endurancethrough aerobics, weight training, jogging, tennis,volleyball, basketball, and swimming (at Laney only).0835.00CSU area EPE 30Soccer.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Fundamentals and skills in soccer.0835.00CSU area EPE 35Tennis.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Fundamentals and skills in tennis.0835.00CSU area E

PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE)175PE 38Volleyball.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Fundamentals and skills in volleyball.0835.00CSU area EPE 39Weight Training.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Use of weights to build various musclegroups and increase their power and strength. 0835.00CSU area EPE 44Aerobic Weight Lifting.5 units, 2 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Activity class: Weight training using aerobic techniques.0835.00CSU area EPE 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Physical Education.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 0835.00PE 49Independent Study in Physical Education.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 0835.00PE 58Basketball–Theory and Practice2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated onetime.Theory and practice of basketball fundamentals.0835.00PE 71Tennis–Theory and Practice2 units, 1 hour lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated onetime.Vigorous training sessions and practice exercises todevelop competitive tennis skills: Footwork, strokes,and offense/defense strategy. 0835.00CSU area EPE 91Basketball–Men (Intercollegiate)1.5 units, 5 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated threetimes.Fundamentals of intercollegiate competition: Theory,team organization, technique, strategy, and leadership.0835.50CSU area EPE 99Tennis–Men/Women (Intercollegiate)3 units, 10 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated onetime.Fundamentals of intercollegiate competition: Theory,team organization, technique, strategy, and leadership.0835.50CSU area EPE 101Volleyball–Women (Intercollegiate)3 units, 10 hours laboratory (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCCourse study under this section may be repeated onetime.Fundamentals of intercollegiate competition: Theory,team organization, technique, strategy, and leadership.0835.50CSU area EPE 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Physical Education.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours lab oratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 0835.00

176 PHYSICAL SCIENCE (PHYSC)PHYSICAL SCIENCE(PHYSC)PHYSC 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Physical Science.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1901.00PHYSC 49Independent Study in Physical Science.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1901.00PHYSC 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Physical Science.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1901.00

PHYSICS(PHYS)PHYSICS (PHYS)177The study of Physics is the study of the universe,beginning with the fundamental structures of naturesuch as energy and matter. Ideas in physics haveled to great developments such as such as relativity,superconductivity, the semiconductor chip, lasers, andstring theory.Careers in physics include: basic and applied research,engineering, science education, and almost any fieldrequiring you to think analytically about whole systems.It is also excellent preparation for higher educationalpursuits in professional schools in medicine and patentlaw.In the Physics Department at College of Alameda,conceptual understanding, problem-solving, andlaboratory exercises are well integrated in the curriculum.You will spend time working with other students inclass, discussing physics concepts and solving problemstogether.PHYS 4AGeneral Physics with Calculus5 units, 4 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Math 3ARecommended preparation: Phys 10Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCComprehensive study of major topics of physics: Motion,forces, gravity, energy, momentum, rotation, equilibrium,fluids, oscillations, waves, and sound. 1902.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1, B3; IGETC area 5PHYS 4BGeneral Physics with Calculus5 units, 4 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Phys 4A and Math 3BAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCComprehensive study of major topics of physics:Thermodynamics, electric forces and fields, magneticforces and fields, electricity, and AC and DC circuits.1902.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1, B3; IGETC area 5PHYS 10Introduction to Physics4 units, 4 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Math 201 or 210D, andMath 202Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Phys 2A-2B or 4A-4B-4C.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCElementary study of major topics of physics: motion,forces, energy, momentum, rotation, oscillation, sound,electromagnetics, light, quantum physics, atoms, nuclei,and relativity.. 1902.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1; IGETC area 5PHYS 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Physics.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1902.00PHYS 49Independent Study in Physics.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1902.00PHYS 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Physics.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1902.00PHYS 4CGeneral Physics with Calculus5 units, 4 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory (GR)Prerequisite: Phys 4B and Math 3CAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCComprehensive study of major topics of physics:Light, interference, relativity, quantum physics, atoms,molecules, and nuclei. 1902.00AA/AS area 1; CSU area B1, B3; IGETC area 5

178 POLITICAL SCIENCE (POSCI)POLITICAL SCIENCE(POSCI)Politics rules over everything you do as a humanbeing and gives you an understanding that enablesyou to have more control over your own life. JohnAdams argued that the reason to study politics is so ourchildren may have the liberty to engage in commerce inorder to give their children a right to pursue painting,poetry, and music.Political Science is the study of politics using the skillsof social scientific inquiry. Politics is about power inrelationships and the structures operating humansociety. Inquiry into politics explores the exercise ofpower in its myriad forms and consequences for peopleas individuals, in groups, and in society. It is the studyof the unfolding of the human story on Planet Earth andjust who it is we humans are going to become. This studyof power is an integrated field of study drawing uponall the disciplines including most notably sociology,anthropology, philosophy, psychology, economics, urbanand organizational studies, and futures studies.Studying “politics” at College of Alameda prepares youto be an effective global citizen in a twenty-first centuryknowledge economy guided by the democratic ideal, anethic of service and the principles of sustainable life andframed within the context of futures consciousness. Weoffer a pathway to success for you in our partnershipswith local nonprofit organizations and relationshipswith Bay Area universities.What you will be able to do with what you learn here…Upon completion of an AA in Political Science at Collegeof Alameda, you will be better able to: 1) demonstratean overall working knowledge of the principles ofgovernance; 2) demonstrably be able to utilize criticalpolitical thinking and “futures consciousness“; and 3)articulate an appreciation of how to apply what you’velearned here in a manner useful to you in your ownlife. This set of life skills will enable you to become amore engaged citizen. Being effective in this, you willbe better able to face the challenges of the twenty-firstcentury and to adapt to the global social, economic, andenvironmental challenges we all face.Careers in Political Science include: attorney, civilservant, diplomat, FBI/CIA agent, foreign-service officer,labor organizer/union representative, legislative aide,politician, research specialist, and teacher. Other careeroptions in Public Administration include: governmentmanagement (city, county, regional, state or federallevels); administrative and policy analysis, policyanalysis, nonprofit administration, and planning andresources development.The AA degree in Political Science will be awardedupon satisfactory completion of the major courserequirements listed below and the General Educationrequirements for the Associate in Arts Degree listed inthe Degrees and Programs section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsPOSCI 1 Government and Politics in the UnitedStates 3POSCI 2 Comparative Government 3POSCI 4 Political Theory 3POSCI 6 The U.S. Constitution and CriminalDue Process (3)orPOSCI 26 U.S. and California Constitution (3) 3Select two courses (6 units) from the following:ANTHR 3 Introduction to Social and CulturalAnthropology (3)GEOG 2 Cultural Geography (3)HIST 7A History of the United States to1877 (3)HIST 7B History of the United States Since1865 (3)HIST 32 The United States Since 1945 (3)HUMAN 3 Future Studies (3)PHIL 2 Social and Political Philosophy (3)POSCI 3 International Relations (3)POSCI 8 Community and Legal Problems (3)POSCI 16 State and Local Government (3)POSCI 18 The American Presidency (3)SOC 1 Introduction to Sociology (3)SOC 2 Social Problems (3)SOC 3 Sociology of Women (3)SOC 5 Minority Groups (3) 6Total Required Units: 18POSCI 1Government and Politics in the United States3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to principles and the political process ofnational, state, and local government: Emphasis onnational government and the Constitution. 2207.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, CSU American Institutions;IGETC area 4POSCI 2Comparative Government3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCComparative analysis in government and politics:Political leadership, citizenship participation, centers ofpower, and political problems of selected governments.2207.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4

POLITICAL SCIENCE (POSCI)179POSCI 3International Relations3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCNature of relations among nation-states: Analysis ofbasic forces affecting the formulation of foreign policy,dynamics of international politics, survey of rise anddevelopment of the nation-state system, problemsof nationalism and imperialism with emphasis ondevelopment since World War II, and evolution andoperation of the United Nations. 2207.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4POSCI 4Political Theory3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCExamination of various theoretical approaches to politicsand of basic political problems and proposed solutions:Analysis of selected political theories and ideologies,relevance of theory to contemporary problems, and newapproaches to political thought. 2207.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4POSCI 6The U.S. Constitution and Criminal DueProcess3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey and analysis of people’s rights under criminaland civil law: Procedural civil liberties and rights(defendants, court personnel, and police), concepts ofdue process and equal protection, search and seizure,and applications of principles and practices to everydaylife. 2207.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4POSCI 8Community and Legal Problems3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUExamination of common civil law issues, problems,and remedies: Small claims and traffic court; landlordtenant,welfare, consumer, juvenile, and domestic (e.g.,marriage, divorce, separation, living together) law;addressing change and negotiations within the system(s)affecting areas of everyday legal and community concern.2207.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area DPOSCI 16State and Local Government3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSurvey of governmental institutions and politics inCalifornia and the San Francisco Bay Area: Developmentof public policy and current issues such as federalism,elections, taxation, land uses, and political parties.2207.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, CSU American InstitutionsPOSCI 18The American Presidency3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStructure, function, and historical development of theOffice of the President from George Washington tothe present: President as chief diplomat, Commanderin-Chief,party leader; executive-legislative relations.2207.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4POSCI 26U.S. and California Constitution3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroductory survey of philosophy, theory, and applicationof constitutional principles: Role of major institutionsof the American Republic, historical background andconcepts underlying public law and due process, civilliberties and rights, applications of principles andpractices in Constitutional interpretation, structureof the California Constitution, comparative analysisand concepts of U.S. and California Constitutions, andimpact upon the lives of citizens. 2207.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; CSU American Institutions;IGETC area 4POSCI 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Political Science.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 2207.00POSCI 49Independent Study in Political Science.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 2207.00POSCI 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Political Science.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 2207.00

180PSYCHOLOGY(PSYCH)PSYCHOLOGY (PSYCH)What is Psychology? It is the scientific study of behaviorand mental processes. In the AA degree program inpsychology at COA, we seek to offer you an enhancedlife and interpersonal skills, helping you with improvedself-awareness to empower you in your personal andprofessional relationships. We also seek to prepare youto enter psychology- related fields and transfer to a fouryearundergraduate psychology program.In studying psychology at College of Alameda,you will learn from caring faculty who recognizeunderstanding of the body-mind connection as criticalto the transformation of self, culture, and our planet. Weencourage students to examine their own psychologicalissues and develop a keen understanding of who theyare, their place in the world, and what they will bringto their work with others. We emphasize cognitive andemotional development through self-reflection, academicrigor and experiential practice.The study of psychology enables you to bettercomprehend how people think, perceive, learn, developunique personalities, manage stress, and interact withone another. Psychology careers include: jobs in therapyand counseling, schools, hospitals, prisons, courtrooms,community health and rehabilitation centers, sports,and corporate offices. The study of psychology is goodpreparation for many professions, as well as for one’slife.The AA degree in Psychology will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the major course requirementslisted below and the General Education requirementsfor the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsPSYCH 1A Introduction to General Psychology 3PSYCH 1B Introduction to General Psychology 3Select four courses (12 units) from the following:PSYCH 3 Introduction to Personality Theory (3)PSYCH 7A Psychology of Childhood (3)PSYCH 7B Adolescent Psychology (3)PSYCH 8 Psychology of Intimate Relationships (3)PSYCH 9A Interpersonal Relations (3)PSYCH 9B Interpersonal Relations (3)PSYCH 12 Human Sexuality (3)PSYCH 13A Myth, Symbol & Folklore (3)PSYCH 13B Myth, Symbol & Folklore (3)PSYCH 18 Psychology of Minority Groups (3)PSYCH 24 Abnormal Psychology (3) 12Required Semester Units 18PSYCH 1AIntroduction to General Psychology3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCScientific principles of psychology: Application ofscientific research in understanding learning, humandevelopment, biological processes, personality, behaviordisorders, social psychology, and adjustment of thehuman organism. 2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, E; IGETC area 4PSYCH 1BIntroduction to General Psychology3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Psych 1A is not prerequisite to Psych 1B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of PSYCH 1A: Psychological researchmethods and principles of behavior modification.2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, E; IGETC area 4PSYCH 3Introduction to Personality Theory3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCClassical and contemporary personality theories.Theorists from each of the major forces in psychology:Psychoanalytical (Freud, Jung, Adler); behavioral(Skinner, Bandura); humanistic (Maslow, Rogers).2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, E; IGETC area 4PSYCH 7APsychology of Childhood3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Not open for credit to students who have completed orare currently enrolled in Psych 7L.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCPhysical, intellectual, and emotional growth of childrenfrom conception to puberty: Factors of heredity andenvironment as determinants of this development.2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4PSYCH 7BAdolescent Psychology3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Psych 7A is not prerequisite to Psych 7B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of adolescence: Emphasis on psycho-social factorsinfluencing peer relationships, attitudes towards parentsand other adults, and induction into adult society.2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4

PSYCHOLOGY (PSYCH)181PSYCH 8Psychology of Intimate Relationships3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUPsychological aspects of intimate relationships: Skills,attitudes, and insights necessary for establishing andmaintaining a satisfying intimate relationship in amarriage or other intimate lifestyle. 2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area EPSYCH 9APsychology of Interpersonal Relations3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCGroup approach to the study of interpersonal relations:Principles of adjustment psychology from Rogerian,Gestalt, Jungian, Humanistic, and other schools ofthought applicable to issues raised by students. 2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area E; IGETC area 4PSYCH 9BPsychology of Interpersonal Relations3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Psych 9A is not prerequisite to Psych 9B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCGroup approach to the study of interpersonal relations:Principles of adjustment psychology from Rogerian,Gestalt, Jungian, Humanistic, and other schools ofthought applicable to issues raised by students. 2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area E; IGETC area 4PSYCH 12Human Sexuality3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Also offered as Biol 27 and Hlted 27. Not open for creditto students who have completed or are currently enrolledin Biol 27 or Hlted 27.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCExploration and analysis of the multifaceted aspectsof human sexuality: Physiological, psychological,anatomical, sociological, legal, medical, educational,cultural; urogenital system of both sexes, birth controldevices, and pregnancy. 2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, E; IGETC area 4PSYCH 13AMyth, Symbol, and Folklore3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Human 13A. Not open for credit tostudents who have completed or are currently enrolledin Human 13A.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of myths, symbols, and folklore: Psychologicalbasis underlying myths, symbols, and folktales whichhas assured their perpetuation and which can lead to adeeper understanding of life. 2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, E; IGETC area 3, 4PSYCH 13BMyth, Symbol, and Folklore3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Human 13B. Not open for credit tostudents who have completed or are currently enrolledin Human 13B.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of myths, symbols, and folklore: Psychologicalbasis underlying myths, symbols, and folktales whichhas assured their perpetuation and which can lead to adeeper understanding of life. 2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D, E; IGETC area 3, 4PSYCH 18Psychology of Minority Groups3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCExamination of the philosophical roots of thepsychological and behavioral modalities expressed bypeople of color: Exploration of key principles related toLatin-American, Asian-American, Native-American, andAfrican-American mentalities such as self-conception,identity, personality, and consciousness. 2001.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D, E; IGETC area 4PSYCH 24Abnormal Psychology3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Prerequisite: Psych 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCSurvey of major psychological disorders: Historicalperspectives of various theoretical models (biological,psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic,existential, socio-cultural); review of research forunderstanding of origins and most promising treatments.2001.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4PSYCH 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Psychology.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 2001.00PSYCH 49Independent Study in Psychology.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 2001.00PSYCH 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Psychology.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 2001.00

182social and behavioralsciencesSee listing for Liberal Arts with Emphasis in Social andBehavioral Sciences.SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES - SOCIOLOGYSOCIOLOGY(SOC)What is Sociology? It is the study of social life, socialchange, and the social causes and consequences of humanbehavior using the methods of social science. Sociologistsinvestigate the structure of groups, organizations, andsocieties, and how people interact within these contexts.The subject ranges from the family to organized crimeto religious cults; from the divisions of race, gender andsocial class to the shared beliefs of a common culture;and from the sociology of work to the sociology of theenvironment.Why study Sociology at College of Alameda? Thesociology program at COA provides marketable socialscience job skills, and prepares sociology majors totransfer to universities and four-year colleges. Studentsget marketable social science skills by:• learning how to conduct ethnographic interviewresearch on individuals and small groups;• doing service-learning projects with local policedepartments or nonprofit organizations; and• learning how to do written social science research ona problem that provides reliable data to back up one’sreport.What you can do with Sociology? The study of Sociologyassists students to critically and scientifically examinesocial forces that shape our personalities, institutions,culture, and the various social problems that emergefrom our social order. This training is ideal for studentsinterested in careers in: marketing, social work, business,criminology, government, law, law enforcement, andwith various nonprofit organizations that help peoplewith social problems. Sociology majors can shorten theirtime at the university by taking one or more sociologycourses before transfer.The AA degree in Sociology will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the major course requirementslisted below and the General Education requirementsfor the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsSOC 1 Introduction to Sociology 3SOC 2 Social Problems 3Select one course (3 units) from the following:SOC 3 Sociology of Women (3)SOC 5 Minority Groups (3) 3Select three courses (9-10 units) from the following:ANTHR 3Introduction to Social and CulturalAnthropology (3)MATH 13 Introduction to Statistics (4)PSYCH 1A Introduction to General Psychology (3)PSYCH 1B Introduction to General Psychology (3)

SOCIOLOGY (SOC)183PSYCH 7A Psychology of Childhood (3)PSYCH 7B Adolescent Psychology (3)SOC 3 Sociology of Women (3) (if not alreadyselected above)SOC 5 Minority Groups (3) (if not alreadyselected above) 9-10Total Required Units 18-19SOC 1Introduction to Sociology3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to sociology: Analysis of human group lifethrough principles, concepts, and theories. 2208.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4SOC 2Social Problems3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy of society through the application of sociologicalprinciples and critical thinking skills to the identificationand analysis of selected social problems: Poverty, racism/sexism, drug abuse, crime, and population control.2208.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4SOC 3Sociology of Women3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as Hist 56. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in Hist56.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCExploration of various conceptual frameworks regardingthe status of women: Structure-function, role dynamics,dominant-subordinate minority group interaction, andconcepts of oppression-liberation with emphasis oncurrent trends of the movement. 2208.00AA/AS area 2; CSU area D; IGETC area 4SOC 13Sociology of the Family3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCSocial forces and emotional factors which contribute tomarriage and family ties: The changing economy andvalues on the relationships between men and women,parents and children. 2208.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4SOC 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Sociology.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 2208.00SOC 49Independent Study in Sociology.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 2208.00SOC 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Sociology.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 2208.00SOC 5Minority Groups3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCAnalysis of racial, religious, and ethnic minority groups:General principles of dominant-minority group relations.2208.00AA/AS area 2, 5; CSU area D; IGETC area 4

184SPANISH(SPAN)SPANISH (SPAN)The AA degree in Spanish will be awarded uponsatisfactory completion of the major course requirementslisted below and the General Education requirementsfor the Associate in Arts Degree listed in the Degrees andPrograms section of this Catalog.Degree Major Requirements:Dept/No. Title UnitsSPAN 1A Elementary Spanish 5SPAN 1B Elementary Spanish 5SPAN 2A Intermediate Spanish 5Select two courses (6-10 units) from the following:HUMAN 51A* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2A* Latin-American Folklore (3)HUMAN 51B* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2B* Latin-American Folklore (3)HUMAN 51C* Latin-American Folklore (3)orM/LAT 2C* Latin-American Folklore (3)M/LAT 3 Latin-American/Chicano Authors (3)HIST 53A History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)orM/LAT 18A History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)HIST 53B History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)orM/LAT 18BHistory and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America (3)SPAN 20A Readings in Spanish (5)SPAN 20B Readings in Spanish (5) 6-10Total Required Units 21-25*Credit limited to one course only.SPAN 1AElementary Spanish5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Course is equivalent to two years of high school study.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCStudy and practice in understanding, speaking, reading,and writing Spanish: Emphasis on understanding basicgrammatical concepts and vocabulary building; readingsin Spanish and Spanish-American life and culture.1105.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC LanguageSPAN 1BElementary Spanish5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Span 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of SPAN 1A: Study and practice inunderstanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanishwith continuing emphasis on understanding basicgrammatical concepts and vocabulary building; readingsin Spanish and Spanish-American life and culture.1105.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3, LanguageSPAN 2AIntermediate Spanish5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Span 1BAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntermediate-level spoken and written Spanish:Grammar review, conversation, composition, reading,and aural-oral practice. 1105.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3, LanguageSPAN 2BIntermediate Spanish5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Span 2AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of SPAN 2A: Selected readings fromSpanish and Latin- American literature, grammar review,and advanced composition and conversation. 1105.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3, LanguageSPAN 20AReadings in Spanish5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUDevelopment of reading skills in Spanish: Practice inconversation and composition, review of grammar; focuson improving reading skills by reading from culturalreaders in Spanish. 1105.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2SPAN 20BReadings in Spanish5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Span 20AAcceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of SPAN 20A: Continued developmentof reading skills by the reading of Spanish and Latin-American short stories and legends in Spanish. 1105.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2

SPANISH (SPAN)185SPAN 30ABeginning Conversational Spanish3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUIntroduction to conversational Spanish: Use of moderncolloquial Spanish in conversation, and elementarygrammar. 1105.00SPAN 30BBeginning Conversational Spanish3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Recommended preparation: Span 30AAcceptable for credit: CSUContinuation of SPAN 30A: Use of modern colloquialSpanish in conversation, and elementary grammar.1105.00SPAN 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Spanish.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1105.00SPAN 49Independent Study in Spanish.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1105.00SPAN 51Survey of Latin American and Chicano Authors3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Also offered as M/Lat 3. Not open for credit to studentswho have completed or are currently enrolled in M/Lat3.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCChronological study of selected pre-Hispanic, Spanishcolonial, and contemporary Latin literature in translation:Focus on contemporary Chicano, Puerto Rican, andMexican authors with emphasis on Latin-Americanliterary trends. 1105.00AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2, IGETC area 3SPAN 232Conversational Spanish for Health ServicesPersonnel3 units, 3 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Conversational Spanish for health services personnel:Study and practice of basic conversation patterns in theSpanish language for use in medical and dental offices,hospitals and clinics. 1105.00SPAN 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Spanish.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1105.00

186VIETNAMESE(VIET)VIETNAMESE (VIET)VIET 1AElementary Vietnamese5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Course is equivalent to two years of high school study.Acceptable for credit: CSU, UCIntroduction to spoken and written Vietnamese:Emphasis on listening comprehension, oral practice,grammar, vocabulary building, and elementary readings;introduction to Vietnamese culture. 1117.20AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC LanguageVIET 1BElementary Vietnamese5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Viet 1AAcceptable for credit: CSU, UCContinuation of VIET 1A: Strengthening of readingcomprehension and development of writing skills to ahigh beginning level. 1117.20AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC LanguageVIET 49Independent Study in Vietnamese.5-5 units, .5-5 hours lecture (GR)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Independent Study. 1117.20VIET 248AA-FZSelected Topics in Vietnamese.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)See section on Selected Topics. 1117.20VIET 2AIntermediate Vietnamese5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Viet 1BAcceptable to: CSU, UCIntermediate-level spoken and written Vietnamese:In-depth study and practice of all basic languageskills, grammar, vocabulary building, explorationof the Vietnamese structure, and growth in culturalunderstanding. 1117.20AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3, LanguageVIET 2BIntermediate Vietnamese5 units, 5 hours lecture (GR or P/NP)Prerequisite: Viet 2AAcceptable to: CSU, UCContinuation of VIET 2A: In-depth study and practice ofall basic language skills, grammar, vocabulary building,language structure and use, and further knowledge ofcultural understanding and appreciation. 1117.20AA/AS area 3; CSU area C2; IGETC area 3, LanguageVIET 48AA-FZSelected Topics in Vietnamese.5-5 units, 0-5 hours lecture, 0-15 hours laboratory (GRor P/NP)Acceptable for credit: CSUSee section on Selected Topics. 1117.20

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES & STANDARDS187Scholastic Standards....................................... 188Open Classes.................................................. 188Class Start and End Times.............................. 188Attendance Policy............................................ 188Student Study Load......................................... 188Auditing............................................................ 188Grading Policy.................................................. 188Pass/No Pass Policy................................... 188Grades Used by College of Alameda.......... 189Withdrawal................................................... 190Military Withdrawal...................................... 190Incomplete................................................... 190In Progress.................................................. 190Report Delayed............................................ 190Course Repetition........................................ 190Academic Recognition..................................... 191Honor Roll.................................................... 191Associate Degree Honors............................ 191Academic Renewal...................................... 191Advanced Placement Policy............................ 191Advanced Placement Procedures.................... 192Grade Point Average........................................ 193Definition of Unit Value..................................... 193Probation and Retention.................................. 193Credit by Examination...................................... 194Selected Topics in Subject (48/248) Courses. 194Independent Study (49) Courses..................... 194Prerequisites, Corequisites andRecommended Preparation............................. 194Transcripts....................................................... 196Graduation....................................................... 196

188 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND STANDARDSAcademic Regulations, Policies and StandardsScholastic StandardsEach instructor assigns grades to students based onstandards established as appropriate for each class.Written papers, participation in class discussions, midtermand final examinations, and class attendance may be usedby an instructor to determine grades. It is the student’sresponsibility to comply with the criteria used in gradingby instructors. Students should consult with instructorsduring office hours for assistance.Open ClassesIt is the policy of the Peralta Community College Districtthat, unless specifically exempted by statute or regulation,every course, course section or class reported for stateaid, wherever offered and maintained by the District,shall be fully open to enrollment and participation by anyperson who has been admitted to the colleges and whomeets such prerequisites as may be established pursuantto regulations contained in the Model District Policies asset forth by the State Chancellor’s Office.Class Start and End TimesStudents are expected to be in class, prepared forinstruction, at the designated class starting time.Attendance PolicyRegular class attendance is required of all students.Instructors will set attendance policies for each class, andit is the student’s responsibility to know and conform toeach instructor’s policy.Instructors may drop a student from class if the numberof absences exceeds the number of times the class meetsin one week. Absences are to be cleared directly with theinstructor. It is the student’s responsibility to clear alldrops from his/her program. Failure to do this may resultin penalizing grades entered in the student’s record.Leaves of absence may be granted for limited periodsto cover illness, hospitalization or extreme emergencies.Contact each instructor concerned.Student Study LoadIn order to complete an Associate in Arts or Associatein Science degree at one of the Peralta Colleges in twoyears, an average unit load of 15 units per term is advised.Students may not carry more than 18 units (includingcombined total of all Peralta Colleges) without priorapproval of a counselor. Counselor approval is requiredfor enrollment in 18.5-21.5 units. The Vice President ofStudent Services must approve enrollment in 22-25 units.Under no circumstances will approval be granted beyond25 units.The maximum number of units for the Summer sessionis ten (10). Counselor approval is required for 10.5 to11.5 units. The Vice President of Student Services mustapprove enrollment in 12 units or more.For college purposes, Veterans’ benefits, Social Securitybeneficiaries, etc., a full-time student is one who iscarrying 12 or more units during the regular term and six(6) units during the summer. For Financial Aid, a full-timestudent is one who is carrying 12 or more units duringthe regular tern and six (6) units during the summer, 4.5units three-quarter time, and 3 units half time. Studentsenrolled in fewer than 3 units are not eligible for summerPell grants.Students are not permitted to enroll in classes withconflicting or overlapping meeting times.AuditingAuditing of classes is not permitted. No person is allowedto attend a class unless enrolled in that class.Grading PolicyThe Peralta Community College District has adopteda uniform grading policy in accordance with stateregulations.Evaluation through grading is the sole responsibility ofeach instructor. The instructor’s grades are permanent.Once submitted, they are not subject to change by reasonof revision of judgment by the instructor, or on the basisof a second examination or additional work.A grade can be changed only where evidence is presentedthat a clerical error or other mistake, fraud, bad faith orincompetence was involved. No grade will be changedlater than four (4) years after the semester in which thegrade was assigned.GradesThe grades, grade points awarded and symbols used byCollege of Alameda are: (see next page for chart)Pass/No Pass PolicyIn designated courses, students may elect to take thecourse on a pass/no pass basis, rather than receive aletter grade. This decision must be made prior to thefourth week of instruction (30% for short-term courses).Upon successful completion of a pass/no pass course, thestudent earns the specified number of units and the recordwill show “P” (which indicates a “C” grade or better).If the student’s work is unsatisfactory, the record willshow “NP” (which indicates a “D” grade or below). Allunits of “P” will be counted in satisfaction of communitycollege curriculum requirements, but will not be used incomputation of GPA.

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND STANDARDS189GradesThe grades, grade points awarded and symbols used by College of Alameda are:Grades Points Definition Repeating PolicyA 4 Excellent Not PermittedB 3 Good Not PermittedC 2 Satisfactory Not PermittedD 1 Passing, less than Permitted. Upon petition,satisfactoryoriginal "D" will remain,will not be computedF 0 Failing Permitted. Upon petition,original "F" will remain,but will not be computed.FW 0 Failing. The FW grade indicates a failing Permitted. Upon petition,grade because the student has ceased to original "F" will remain,participate in the class sometime after the but will not be computed.withdrawal deadline. The FW grade istreated in the same manner as an F gradefor the purposes of calculating grade pointaverage, course repetition, and academicstandings for probation/dismissalP or CR 0 Pass. At least satisfactory. Units awarded Not Permited.not counted in GPA. (Only assigned forcourses with “P/NP” option.)NP or NC 0 No Credit. Less than satisfactory or Permitted. Originalfailing. (Only assigned for courses“NC” will remain, butwith “P/NP”option.)will not be computedW 0 Withdrawal. Assigned for students Permitted. Originalwho officially withdraw from a class“W” will remain, butbetween 5th & 9th week.will not be computed.MW 0 Military Withdrawal. Awarded only for Permitted. Originalmembers of a military unit who receive “MW” will remain, butorders compelling withdrawal from awill not be computed.course. May be given in lieu of a grade.I 0 Incomplete. Incomplete academic Not Permitted.work for unforeseeable reasonsat end of term.IP 0 In Progress. Grade awaits completion Permitted. Originalof course work which extends“IP” will remain, butbeyond end of term.will not be computed.RD 0 Report Delayed Not Permitted.

190 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND STANDARDSAll courses listed in the Description of Courses sectionof the Catalog which may be taken for pass/no pass, orfor grade only, are identified by the following symbolswhich appear in parentheses directly after the name ofthe course:P/NP: May be taken for credit/no credit only.GR or P/NP: May be taken either for a letter grade or oncredit/no credit basis.No symbol: Course may be taken for letter grade only.A student may not repeat a course in which a grade of“P” was earned. A student may repeat a course in whicha grade of “NP” was earned.Students planning to transfer to four-year institutions arecautioned that, in most cases, courses in which a gradeof “P” was earned will not be counted toward coursesrequired in a major. Also, limitations are imposed on thenumber of units of “P” that will be counted toward aBachelor’s degree. The student should consult the catalogof the transfer institution for more specific informationon this point. The designation pass/no pass (“P” or “NP”)may not be changed to a letter grade.WithdrawalWithdrawal from a course reported to the Admissions &Records Office during the first four (4) weeks of instruction(30% of instruction for Summer Session, intersession andshort-term courses) shall not be noted on the student’sacademic record.A “W” symbol only can be awarded to a student betweenthe end of the fourth week of instruction and the end of theninth week of instruction (75% of instruction for SummerSession, intersession and short-term courses). The studentis responsible for dropping the course online.The academic record of a student who has withdrawnfrom class, or who has been dropped by an instructorafter the time allowed by this policy, must reflect a gradeother than “W” as awarded by the instructor. The “W”symbol shall be used for progress probation only, not foracademic probation.The number of times a student can withdraw from acourse and earn the designation of “W” shall not exceedfour times. If a student enrolls a fifth time in the course,the student will receive a grade. Military withdrawals(MW) do not count against the “W” withdrawal limit.There are no restrictions on the number of times a studentcan receive an “MW” grade.Military WithdrawalThe “MW” shall be assigned only for students who aremembers of an active or reserve military unit and whoreceive orders compelling a withdrawal from courses.Upon verification of orders, the “MW” symbol maybe given in lieu of grade at any time. The “MW” shallnot be counted in determining progress probation or incalculating grade points for dismissal.IncompleteAcademic work which is incomplete for unforeseeable,emergency and justifiable reasons at the end of the termmay result in an “I” symbol being entered in the student’srecord. Conditions for removal of the “I” shall be statedby the instructor in a written record which shall containthe conditions for removal of the “I” and the gradeassigned in lieu of its removal. This record must be givento the student, and a copy placed on file with the DistrictOffice of Admissions & Records until the “I” is madeup or the time limit has passed. A final grade shall beassigned when the work stipulated has been completedand evaluated, or when the time limit for completing thework has passed.The “I” may be made up no later than one year followingthe end of the term in which it was assigned. A timeextension beyond one year, but not to exceed one semester,may be granted by petition. The “I” symbol shall not beused in calculating units attempted, or for grade points.In ProgressThe “IP” symbol shall be used to indicate that the coursework extends beyond the normal end of an academic term.It indicates that work is “in progress”, but that assignmentof a grade must await its completion. The “IP” symbolshall remain on the student’s permanent record in orderto satisfy enrollment documentation. The appropriategrade and unit credit shall be assigned and appear onthe student’s record for the term in which the course iscompleted. The “IP” shall not be used in calculating gradepoint averages.Report DelayedThe “RD” symbol may only be assigned by the DistrictOffice of Admissions & Records. It is to be used whenthere is a delay in reporting the grade of a student dueto circumstances beyond the control of the student. Itis temporary. The “RD” symbol shall not be used incalculating grade point averages and shall be replacedby a permanent symbol as soon as possible.Course RepetitionA student may repeat a course in which the symbol was“D”, “F”, “FW”, “NC”, “NP”, “IP”, “W” or “MW”. Eachentry of a properly assigned grade will remain on thestudent’s record.If the student repeats a course in which the symbolwas “D” or “F” or “FW”, the original units and grade,upon petition by the student, will not be computed.The subsequent entry on the record will be identifiedas an “Authorized Repeat” and will be computed in thestudent’s GPA.

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND STANDARDS191If the student repeats a course in which the grade wasan “A”, “B”, “C”, “P” or “CR”, the subsequent entry willbe identified as an “Unauthorized Repeat” and only theoriginal entry will be computed.State regulations restrict the number of courses which canbe repeated for credit, and the number of times they can berepeated. For a list of courses which have been approvedfor repetition for credit, consult a counselor.Academic RecognitionHonor RollStudents who have completed 12 or more units with asemester grade point average of 3.25 or better are honoredby being placed on the Vice-President’s list.The honor status GPA is computed on the basis of unitsattempted and completed District-wide. The student’shonor status is assigned to the college where the majorityof units were completed.Associate Degree HonorsStudents who receive the Associate Degree are graduated“With Honors” if they have an overall cumulative gradepoint average of 3.25 to 3.49. Those with an overallcumulative grade-point average of 3.50 to 3.74 aregraduated “With High Honors” and those with 3.75 to4.0 are graduated “With Highest Honors.” (All lowerdivision units from regionally accredited degree grantinginstitutions outside of Peralta District Colleges are includedin the GPA calculation.)The honor status GPA is computed on the basis of unitsattempted and completed District-wide, excluding non-Associate degree courses numbered 250-299, 348, andnon-credit courses numbered 400-699. The student’s honorstatus is assigned to the college awarding the AssociateDegree.Academic RenewalA maximum of two semesters or a maximum of 24semester units of coursework at all Peralta Collegeswhich has been legally petitioned may be alleviated anddisregarded in the computation of cumulative grade pointaverages under the following conditions:1. A period of one year must have elapsed since thework to be alleviated was completed;2. The student has requested the action formally andhas presented evidence that work completed in theterm(s) under consideration is (are) substandardand not representative of present scholastic abilityand level of performance;3. The student has completed at all Peralta Colleges,15 semester units with a 2.5 GPA or better since themost recent work to be disregarded was completed.Work completed at an institution outside the PeraltaDistrict cannot be used to satisfy this requirement.PLEASE NOTE: When coursework is forgiven, the permanentacademic record shall be annotated in such a manner that allwork remains legible, ensuring a true and complete academichistory.Forms for filing under this policy may be obtained fromthe Admissions and Records Office.Academic renewal action by College of Alameda doesnot guarantee that other institutions will approve suchaction. This determination will be made by the respectivetransfer institutions.Advanced Placement PolicyThe Peralta Community College District participates inthe Advanced Placement Program of the College EntranceExamination Board. The Peralta Community CollegeDistrict grants Advanced Placement credit according tothe following policies:1. You must be enrolled in the Peralta CommunityCollege District in order to apply for AP Credit.2. You are not required to have completed any specificnumber of units in the Peralta Community CollegeDistrict prior to applying the AP Credit.3. You will be granted credit for AP scores of three (3),four (4) or five (5) in specific subject areas (refer tolist at the end of the policy section).4. You will receive units of credits and grades of Credit(CR) on the Peralta transcript.5. You may use units earned by AP examinations tomeet certificate and Associate degree requirements.6. You may use units earned by AP examinationstowards CSU, General Education Breadthcertification (partial or full), according to the CSUapproved list (refer to list at the end of the policysection).7. You may use units earned by AP examinations tomeet Intersegmental General Education TransferCurriculum (IGETC), with the exception ofcritical thinking-English composition and oralcommunication requirements (Areas 1B and1C). Credits earned by a score of 3 or higher on adesignated AP examination can be applied whenrecognized by the college as equivalent to approvedIGETC courses. Each individual AP examination canclear one course only.8. You may not use units of AP credit to satisfy financialaid, veterans or EOPS eligibility criteria regardingenrollment status.9. You may not use units of AP credit to satisfy theCollege’s twelve (12) unit residency requirement.Note:1. Some four-year institutions (e.g. out of state, private)may not accept AP credit.

192ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND STANDARDSAdvanced Placement ProceduresIf you wish to apply for AP credit, you should:1. Obtain a petition for AP Credit from the Admissions and Records Office;2. Attach official copies of AP score reports from the College Board or an official copy of the high school transcript(if it reports Advance Placement Examinations);3. Take completed Petition and supporting documentation to a counselor for review.AP EXAM SCORE PCCD COURSEUNITSAA/ASCSU-GE UNITS IGETCArt History 3, 4, 5 Art 1 or 4 3 Area C1 3 Area 3/ArtsBiology 3, 4, 5 Biology 10 4 Area B2 3 Area 5Chemistry 3, 4, 5 Chemistry 30A 4 Area B1 & 6 Area 5B3Computer Science N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/AEconomics: Macro 3, 4, 5 Economics 1 3 Area D2 3 Area 4Economics: Micro 3, 4, 5 Economics 2 3 Area D2 3 Area 4English: Language& CompositionEnglish: Literature &Composition3, 4, 5 English 1A 4 Area A2 3 Area 1,Group A3, 4, 5 English 1A and 1B 8 Area A2 &C26 Area 1,Group AFrench Language 3, 4, 5 French 1A 5 Area C2 6 UC Lang. req.French Literature 3, 4, 5 N/A N/A Area C2 6 N/AGerman Language 3, 4, 5 German 1A 5 Area C2 6 UC Lang. req.Government & 3, 4, 5 Political Sciences 1 3 Area D8 3 Area 4Politics: U.S.Gov’t & Politics: 3, 4, 5 Political Sciences 2 3 Area D8 3 Area 4Comparative Gov’tHistory: European 3, 4, 5 History 2A or 2B 3 Area D6 3 Area 4History: United 3, 4, 5 History 7A or 7B 3 Area D6 3 Area 4StatesLatin: Vergil N/A N/A N/A Area C2 3 N/ALatin: Literature N/A N/A N/A Area C2 3 N/AMathematics: 3, 4, 5 Math 3A 5 Area B4 3 Area 2Calculus ABMathematics: 3, 4, 5 Math 3A or 3B 5 Area B4 3 Area 2Calculus BCMusic Theory 3, 4, 5 Music 10 3 Area C1 3 Area 3/ArtsMusic Listening & 3, 4, 5 Music 12A 3 N/A N/A Area 3/ArtsLiteraturePhysics B 3, 4, 5 Physics 2A 5 Area B1 &B36 Area 5Physics C(Mechanics)Physics C:(Electricity &Magnetism)3, 4, 5 Physics 4A 5 Area B1 &B33, 4, 5 Physics 4B 5 Area B1 &B33 Area 53 Area 5Psychology 3, 4, 5 Psychology 1A 3 Area D9 3 Area 4Spanish Language 3, 4, 5 Spanish 1A 5 Area C2 6 UC Lang. req.Spanish Literature 3, 4, 5 N/A N/A Area C2 6 N/AStatistics 3, 4, 5 Math 13 4 Area B4 3 Area 2

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND STANDARDS1932. Individual CSU and UC campuses continue todetermine the applicability and quantity of APcredits granted toward major/or baccalaureatedegree requirements.Grade Point AverageThe cumulative grade point average (GPA) is computedby dividing the total number of units a student hasattempted into the total number of grade points thestudent has earned:Total grade points earnedTotal semester units attempted= Grade Point Average(GPA)Example:A student who earns 3 semester units of “A”, 5 units of “B”, 3 units of“C”, 3 units of “D”, 1 unit of “F” and 1 unit of “P” would compute theGPA as follows:Attempted Completed Grade (Points) Multiply Grade Points3 units 3 units A (4 points) 3 x 4 = 125 units 5 units B (3 points) 5 x 3 = 153 units 3 units C (2 points) 3 x 2 = 63 units 3 units D (1 point) 3 x 1 = 31 unit 0 unit F (0 point) 1 x 0 = 00 unit 1 unit P (0 point) 0 x 0 = 015 units 15 units 36 grade points36 grade points earned = 2.40 GPA15 semester units attemptedUnits for which a symbol of “W”, “MW”, “P”, “NP”, “I”, “IP” or “RD”is assigned are not counted in units attempted.Definition of Unit ValueOne semester unit of credit is defined as one hour ofrecitation or lecture (together with the required twohours of preparation for each class hour) or three hoursof laboratory work a week for a semester of 18 weeks.Two (2) semester units are equivalent to three (3) quarterunits. To convert semester units to quarter units, multiplysemester units by 1.5. To convert quarter units to semesterunits, divide the quarter units by 1.5.For assistance in determining quarter/semester unitequivalency, contact the Office of Admissions & Records.Probation and RetentionAcademic Good StandingTo remain in good academic standing, a student mustmaintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 orhigher. Students who have a cumulative grade pointaverage of less than 2.0 will be considered scholasticallydeficient.Academic ProbationA student who has attempted at least 12 semester units asshown by the academic record shall be placed on academicprobation if the student has earned a grade point averagebelow 2.0 in all units which were awarded.A student on academic probation for a grade pointdeficiency shall be removed from probation whenthe student’s cumulative grade point average is 2.0 orhigher.Progress ProbationA student who has enrolled in a total of at least 12 semesterunits as indicated on the academic record shall be placedon progress probation when the percentage of all unitsin which a student has enrolled and for which entriesof “W”, “I” and “NP” are recorded reaches at least 50percent of the grades.A student on progress probation shall be removed fromprobation when the percent of units in this category dropsbelow 50 percent.Standards for DismissalFor purposes of probation and dismissal, a semestershall be considered consecutive on the basis of thePeralta student’s enrollment. Summer sessions (regularintersessions) shall be considered a semester.Academic Dismissal: A student on academic probationshall be subject to dismissal after three (3) consecutivesemesters in which the student earned a cumulative gradepoint average of less than 1.75 in all units attempted.Progress Dismissal: A student who is on progressprobation is subject to dismissal after the third consecutivesemester on progress probation, unless the current semesterpercentage of completed units exceeds 50 percent of enrolledunits.Reinstatement from Dismissal: A student may appealfor reinstatement if unusual circumstances prevailed.Such circumstances will be evaluated by petition andcould be, but are not limited to, health or financial strain.Readmission will be conditioned on a semester reviewbasis with the student subject to the continued probationdismissal policy.Units AttemptedFor purposes of standards for academic probation anddismissal (1) “all units attempted” means all units of creditfor which a student earns a symbol of “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”,or “F”; (2) “enrolled units” means all units attempted asdefined above, and all units for which the student earnsa symbol of “W”, “I”, “CR”, “NC”, “P”, or “NP”.

194 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND STANDARDSNotification of Probation or DismissalThe Vice President of Student Services shall make everyreasonable effort to notify a student of academic/progressprobation or dismissal at or near the beginning of thesemester in which the status is in effect. Every reasonableeffort will be made to provide counseling and othersupport services to a student on probation.Credit by ExaminationEnrolled students who have had substantial prior experiencein the content of college-level courses or who havecompleted equivalent course work at a non-accreditedinstitution may file a petition challenging a course thathas been approved for credit by examination. The studentmust: (1) be currently registered, (2) not be on scholasticprobation, and (3) have completed at least six (6) semester(9 quarter) units at College of Alameda. The petition must besubmitted to the Admissions & Records Office by the thirdweek of the semester. The petition will be forwarded to theappropriate dean, who may arrange for the examination.The examination may consist of written, oral, and/ordemonstration portions.Credit by examination is limited to a maximum of 15semester (23 quarter) units. Earned units and gradeswill be recorded on the student’s transcript. Credit byexamination does not count as part of the student’s studyload or for benefit purposes. Courses are open for creditby examination only during the term in which they areactually taught. Check with a counselor for a list of currentlyapproved courses for which credit by examination may begranted, and for information regarding their transferability.Petition forms are available from the Admissions & RecordsOffice.Selected Topics in Subject (48/248)CoursesMaximum credit for Selected Topics 48AA-FZ, Liberal Artscourses, is 0.5 to 3 units; prerequisites are determined by thedepartment according to the nature of the course offered.Transferability of Selected Topics 48AA-FZ courses shouldbe confirmed with a counselor prior to enrollment. LiberalArts 248AA-FZ are open to all students without prerequisitesfor non-transfer credit. Maximum credit allowed is 0.5 to 6units.In occupational courses 48AA-FZ, there is transfer creditto certain designated colleges; 248AA-FZ, non-transfercredit. Maximum credit allowed is 0.5 to 6 units.Selected Topics 348 series courses are non-degreeapplicable; 448 series are apprenticeship courses; 548courses are non-credit; 648 are special courses forhandicapped; 748 are not-for-credit contract educationcourses; and 848/948 are fee-based courses.Independent Study (49) CoursesSupervised independent study courses are designedto permit study of an area or problem of the student’schoice not covered by regular Catalog offerings. Tobe eligible for independent study, students must havecompleted a minimum of 12 units of work at College ofAlameda. Students in good standing may enroll in one(1) independent study course per semester, provided thedivision dean approves the study project and a full-timecontract faculty member is willing to accept the studentand the project. Students are limited to a total of ten(10) units of independent study in any one discipline.These courses may count as electives and generally donot fulfill specific Associate Degree requirements. Thetransferability of independent study courses is contingentupon review of the transfer institution. Studentstransferring to a campus of the University of Californiamust submit a course outline to the appropriate U.C.division office for transfer approval. Independent studyapplicants shall demonstrate that their background isadequate for the proposed course of study, and must haveprior successful academic experience in the particulardiscipline. Independent study (49) contract forms areavailable in the instructional division offices.Prerequisites, Corequisites andRecommended PreparationThe Peralta Community College District has establishedcertain prerequisites, corequisites and recommendedpreparation (advisory) for courses and programs ina manner consistent with law and good practice. TheDistrict and college believe that these requirements arenecessary for students’ academic success. Students whodo not meet these requirements are highly unlikely toreceive a satisfactory grade in the course. Students maynot officially enroll in a course without the appropriateprerequisite, corequisite or equivalent preparation.Students may enroll in a course without the recommendedpreparation, but are advised that they might not derive asmuch benefit from instruction as they would have if theyhad satisfied the recommended preparation.Prerequisite means a condition of enrollment that astudent is required to meet in order to demonstratecurrent readiness for enrollment in a course or educationalprogram. A prerequisite represents a set of skills or abody of knowledge that a student must possess priorto enrollment and without which the student is highlyunlikely to succeed in the course or program. Students willnot be permitted to enroll in such courses and programswithout the appropriate prerequisite. A prerequisitecourse must be completed with a satisfactory grade (“A”,“B”, “C” or “P”).Corequisite means a condition of enrollment consistingof a course that a student is required to simultaneouslytake in order to enroll in another course. A corequisiterepresents a set of skills or a body of knowledge that a

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND STANDARDS195student must acquire through concurrent enrollment inanother course and without which the student is highlyunlikely to succeed. Students must concurrently enroll inthe corequisite course.Recommended Preparation (Advisory) means acondition of enrollment that a student is advised, but notrequired, to meet before or in conjunction with enrollmentin a course or educational program. Recommendedpreparation represents a set of skills or a body ofknowledge, which enable a student to achieve a greaterdepth or breadth of knowledge of course material butwithout which the student is still likely to succeed in thecourse or program.Policy: Prerequisites and corequisites will be monitoredautomatically at registration. If a student successfully hasmet the prerequisite at a Peralta college, as confirmed by atranscript check, the student will be enrolled in the class.If a student has not met the prerequisite or corequisite, thestudent will be temporarily enrolled in the course untilthe last day to add the class. (If the student has met theprerequisite at another college, but does not possess atranscript, the student will be enrolled in the class andgiven until the 13th week of instruction to provide atranscript to the Admissions Office. This process beginswhen the student submits a petition for equivalency.SEE BELOW.) The student’s enrollment in the class willbecome official if the student files a successful petition.The student will be automatically dropped on the last dayto add the class if the student fails to submit a petition orthe petition is not upheld.There are three options:• Petition for Prerequisite/Corequisite Equivalency,or• Petition for Prerequisite/Corequisite Substitution,or• Petition for Prerequisite/Corequisite Challenge.Petition for Prerequisite/Corequisite Equivalency.The District will maintain a list of courses offered atother colleges or universities that satisfy the District’sprerequisites. A student who has taken one of theseequivalent courses at another college or university maybring a transcript showing successful completion of thecourse to the Admissions and Records Office/DivisionOffice/Counseling and complete a Prerequisite/CorequisiteEquivalency/Substitution form. Upon verification, thestudent will be officially enrolled in the course.Petition for Prerequisite/Corequisite Substitution. Ifthe course does not appear on the pre-approved list, thestudent will have to complete a Petition for Prerequisite/Corequisite Equivalency/Substitution form with theappropriate written documentation attached (courseoutline and transcript). If, upon review by the Dean,and/or Vice President, the course is determined to bean equivalent prerequisite, the student will be officiallyenrolled in the course.Petition for Prerequisite/Corequisite Challenge. If astudent desires to challenge the prerequisite or corequisite,he/she must file a Petition for Prerequisite/CorequisiteChallenge with appropriate written documentation inAdmissions and Records, the Office of the Vice Presidentof Instruction or Office of the Vice President of StudentServices.Grounds for challenge shall include at least one of thefollowing:1. The student has acquired through work or lifeexperiences the skills and knowledge that arepresupposed in terms of the course or program forwhich the prerequisite/corequisite is established.(Dean of Instruction)2. The student has not been allowed to enroll dueto a limitation on enrollment established for acourse that involves intercollegiate competition orpublic performance, or where enrollment has beenlimited to a specific cohort of students, and wouldbe delayed by a semester or more in attaining thedegree or certificate specified in his or her StudentEducational Plan. (Dean)3. The student demonstrates that he or she doesnot pose a threat to himself or herself or others ina course which has a prerequisite established toprotect health and safety. (Dean of Instruction)4. The prerequisite is not necessary and appropriate forsuccess in the course and has not been establishedaccordance with the District’s process for establishingprerequisites and corequisites. (Dean)5. The prerequisite or corequisite is either unlawfullydiscriminatory or is being applied in an unlawfullydiscriminatory manner. (Vice President of Instructionand Vice President of Student Services)6. The student will be subject to undue delay inattaining the goal in his or her educational planbecause the prerequisite or corequisite course hasnot been made reasonably available. (Vice Presidentof Instruction)A petition will be resolved by the appropriate staff withinfive (5) working days. If the petition is upheld, the studentwill be officially enrolled in the course. If no space isavailable in the course when a petition is filed, the petitionshall be resolved prior to the beginning of registration forthe next term, and, if the petition is upheld, the studentshall be permitted to enroll if space is available when thestudent registers for the subsequent term. If the petitionis not upheld, the student will be notified in writing thathe/she has been dropped from the course. The studentshall bear the initial burden of showing that grounds existfor filing the petition.

196ACADEMIC REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND STANDARDSTranscriptsTranscripts may be requested by e-mail, fax, or in personat the Peralta District Office or any of the four collegeadmissions offices. Official transcripts are mailed directlyto other educational institutions upon written requestby the student. There is a charge of $4 for each copy ofan official transcript which is processed in 7-10 businessdays. Transcripts made for student use are classified“unofficial” and there is no charge. Students must clear allfinancial obligations due the College before transcripts aremailed. Applications for a transcript should be made wellin advance of the time when the record will be needed.Rush requests cost $10 each and will be mailed in 3-5business days, or may be picked up at the central DistrictAdmissions Office at 333 E. 8th Street the following dayafter 12:30 p.m. Unofficial transcripts are also availablethrough the Passport Student Administration System.Transcripts include all coursework completed at BerkeleyCity College, College of Alameda, and Laney and MerrittColleges. For additional information, call (510) 466-7368.GraduationIt is the student’s responsibility to file a petition for anAssociate degree and/or Certificate of Proficiency and/orCertificate of Achievement by the deadline shown in theAcademic Calendar for the semester in which he/she plansto complete degree or certificate requirements. Petitionforms are available in the Admissions & Records Office.College of Alameda traditionally holds formalCommencement Exercises in May, with a receptionimmediately following for family and friends.Commencement Exercises recognize students who havecompleted degree and certificate requirements during theSummer, Fall or Spring terms of the current academic year.All students are encouraged to participate.

197DISTRICT POLICIES AND PROCEDURESPCCD Discrimination Complaint Procedures.. 198Sexual Harassment and DiscriminationPolicy........................................................... 198Implementing Procedures ProhibitingSexual, Racial, and Disability Harassmentand Discrimination Toward Students........... 199Sexual Assault Policy and Procedures........ 207Student Grievance Procedure.......................... 208Student Conduct, Discipline, andDue Process Rights......................................... 212Academic Accommodations Policy for Studentswith Disabilities................................................ 217Student Right-to-Know Disclosure ofCompletion, Graduation and Transfer Rates... 220Privacy Rights of Students............................... 220Campus Parking and Safety Regulations........ 221Drug Free Campus.......................................... 221Title 5 Regulations........................................... 222Weapons Policy............................................... 222Smoking Policy................................................ 222Academic Integrity/Academic Honesty............ 222

198 district policies and proceduresDistrict Policies and ProceduresI. Peralta Community College DistrictDiscrimination Complaint ProceduresThe Peralta Community College District, as a publicinstitution, prohibits discrimination in any and all of itsactivities, including: employment, procuring of goodsand services, availability of its educational offerings, andother programs and activities such as financial aid andspecial services.In order to accomplish these tasks, the Office of EqualOpportunity is assigned the responsibilities of overseeingand investigating any charges of discrimination or othercomplaints. A discrimination complaint log will bemaintained as well as complete records of complaintsand resolutions.The Office of Equal Opportunity will handle both studentand employee complaints by working with the VicePresident of Student Services for student complaintsand with the Vice President of Instruction for employeecomplaints.To insure that students and employees of the District areaware of the provisions of this policy, a general statementwill be published in each class schedule and a bulletin willbe circulated to each District employee.The following procedures are in compliance with theguidelines of state law:1. Student discrimination complaints may be filed withthe Office of Student Services at each campus.2. Employee complaints may be filed with the Office ofInstruction at each campus.3. All complaints should be forwarded to the DistrictEqual Opportunity Officer on the approved districtform.a. Upon receipt of a complaint, a copy will beforwarded to the State Chancellor’s Officeon the appropriate form.b. Defective complaints will be returned to thecomplainant with an explanation of thedeficiencies and how they may be correctedif the complaint is to be considered.4. Within fourteen (14) days of the complaint, aninvestigation will commence with notification to thecomplainant of the initiation of the investigation.5. If the complaint proves to be accurate, a resolution ofthe problem will be proposed and corrective actionstaken to ensure that the act is not repeated.6. After a proposed resolution is developed andapproved, the complainant will be notified ofthe resolution. Should the complainant not besatisfied, he/she may object to the proposedresolution through the State Chancellor’s Officewithin thirty (30) days. The Office of EqualOpportunity will furnish the complainant withnecessary information regarding where and howto file the objection with the State.7. After the resolution proposal is sent to thecomplainant, the District will forward the completefile of the complaint, findings of the investigation,the District’s proposed resolution, the letter to thecomplainant informing him/her of the proposal,and any relevant material to the State Chancellor’sOffice.Sexual Harassment andDiscrimination PolicyNon-Discrimination PolicyThe Peralta Community College District, in accordancewith applicable Federal and State laws and BoardPolicy, prohibits unlawful discrimination towardsstudents on the basis of race, creed, color, ancestry,religion, sex, national origin, age (40 and over), maritalstatus, medical condition (cancer related), disability,political views and affiliations or sexual orientation/preference or transgender status in any and all of itsprograms and activities, including availability ofits educational offerings; and other programs andactivities such as financial aid and special services. Tothat end, the District will take immediate, appropriatesteps to investigate complaints of discrimination toeliminate current discrimination and to prevent furtherdiscrimination. The District prohibits retaliation againstany individual who files a complaint or who participatesin a discrimination or discriminatory harassmentinquiry.Politica Prohibiendo la Discriminacion (Incluyendoel Acoso Sexual y la Discriminacion Racial) contralos EstudiantesEn los Colegios Comunitarios del Distrito de Peralta,de acuerdo a las leyes federales y estatales, se prohibela discriminacion ilegal contra los estudiantes porrazones de raza, credo, color, descendencia, religion,sexo, nacionalidad de origen, edad (a mayores de 40años), estado civil, condicion medica (relacionada conel cancer), impedimento fisico, afiliacion o parecer y

district policies and procedures199orientacion o preferencia sexual en cualquiera de susprogramas y actividades. Dicha discriminacion no setolerara tampoco en cuanto se refiere a la disponibilidady la oferta de programas y actividades, tales como laayuda economica y los servicios de caracter especial.Para su cumplimiento, el Distrito tomara de inmediatolas medidas necesarias para investigar toda quejade discriminacion para eliminar cualquier caso dediscriminacion presente y futuro. El Distrito prohiberepresalias contra un individuo que presente una queja, oparticipe en el proceso de la investigacion de una denunciapor acoso discriminatorio.Implementing Procedures ProhibitingSexual, Racial, and Disability Harassmentand Discrimination Toward StudentsA. DisseminationThe policy and procedures shall be published in all student,faculty and staff handbooks, each college’s catalog andschedule of classes, and other printed material deemedappropriate by each college’s Vice President of StudentServices.The policy and procedures will also be disseminated tostudents at each college’s new student orientation and atperiodic workshops to be scheduled by each college’s VicePresident of Student Services.The policy and procedures will also be disseminated toeach faculty member, all members of the administrativestaff, and all members of the support staff both at time ofhire and at the beginning of each school year.The policy and procedures shall also be displayed in aprominent location at each college along with the othernotices regarding the college’s procedures and standardsof conduct. A copy of the Policy and Procedures shallbe made available to any person expressing a verbalcomplaint about such matters.B. Sexual Racial, and Disability Harassmentand Discrimination DefinedThe Peralta Community College District expresslyforbids sexual, racial, and disability harassment of itsstudents by faculty, administrators, supervisors, Districtemployees, other students, vendors or members of thegeneral public. The District also prohibits discriminationagainst its students by subjecting any student to adverseor differential treatment, or depriving that student ofany benefits of the District because of that student’s sex,race, or disability. Furthermore, the District prohibitsretaliation against any individual who files a complaintor participates in a discrimination inquiry.Sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to,unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors,and other verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexualnature, made by someone from or in the educationalsetting, under any of the following conditions:1. Submission to the conduct is explicitly or implicitlymade a term or a condition of a student’s academicstatus, or progress.2. Submission to, or rejection of, the conduct by astudent is used as the basis of academic decisionsaffecting the student.

200district policies and procedures3. The conduct has the purpose or effect of havinga negative impact upon a student’s academicperformance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile,or offensive educational environment.4. Submission to, or rejection of, the conduct by astudent is used as the basis for any decision affectingthe individual regarding benefits and services,honors, programs, or activities available at orthrough the educational institution.5. Any other such conduct that may have an effect on astudent’s learning environment or his or her abilityto enjoy any privileges or benefits provided by theDistrict.The prohibition of racial harassment similarly enjoinsconduct or incidents based on race that may interferewith or limit the ability of an individual to participatein or benefit from the services, activities, or privilegesprovided by the District.The prohibition of disability harassment similarly enjoinsconduct or incidents based on disability that may excludean individual from participation in or be denied thebenefit of the services, programs, or activities providedby the District to other non-disabled students.A harassing environment is created if conduct of a sexualor racial nature or conduct based on student’s disabilityis sufficiently severe, persistent, or pervasive to limita student’s ability to participate in or benefit from theeducation program by the District or to create a hostileor abusive educational environment.C. Examples of Prohibited HarassmentSexual, racial, or disability harassment includes, but isnot limited to, the following examples of conduct that isundertaken because of the sex, race or disability of thestudent victim:1. Unwanted physical touching (beyond normalgreetings).2. Displays of offensive materials, objects, photos, etc.,with a sexual, racial, or disabled theme.3. Situations affecting a student’s studying and learningconditions and making the learning environmentunpleasant and uncomfortable, whether the actionsare purposeful or not.4. Verbal insults (in reference to gender, race, sexualorientation, or disability).5. Rumors designed to cause the individual emotionaldistress or place him or her in a bad light.6. Physical assault.7. Unwelcome direct propositions of a sexual nature.8. Subtle pressures for unwelcome sexual activity, anelement of which may be conduct such as repeatedand unwanted staring.9. A pattern of conduct not legitimately related tothe subject matter of a course, which is sufficientlysevere, persistent, or pervasive to limit a student’sability to participate in or benefit from the educationprogram or to create a hostile or abusive educationalenvironment, that includes one or more of thefollowing:(a) comments of a sexual/racial nature or whichare demeaning or derogatory based on adisability, or(b) sexually explicit statements, questions, jokes, oranecdotes.10. Unwanted attempts to establish a personalrelationship.11. A pattern of conduct that would cause discomfortor humiliate, or both, a reasonable person at whomthe conduct was directed that may include one ormore of the following:(a) unnecessary touching, patting, hugging, orbrushing against a person’s body,(b) remarks of a sexual nature about a person’sanatomy or clothing, or(c) remarks about sexual activity or speculationsabout a previous sexual experience.All persons should be aware that conduct towards astudent that is not specifically identified in this policymay nonetheless constitute impermissible sexual, racialor disability harassment.D. Academic Freedom and Freedom of SpeechAs participants in a public institution, the faculty and staffof the Peralta Community College District enjoy significantfree speech protections found in the First Amendment ofthe United States Constitution and Article I Section I of theCalifornia Constitution. The right of academic freedom

district policies and procedures201includes a special area of protected speech. Consistentwith the principles of academic freedom, course contentand teaching methods remain the province of individualfaculty members. Academic freedom, however, is notlimitless. Academic freedom does not protect classroomspeech that is unrelated to the subject matter of the courseor in violation of federal or state anti-discriminationlaws. Some speech may constitute environmental sexualharassment, harassment based on another impermissiblecharacteristic or discrimination. If a faculty memberengages in unwelcome sexual behavior or other improperbehavior based on a characteristic protected by thispolicy that has the purpose or effect of unreasonablyinterfering with an employee’s work environment or astudent’s academic performance or creates a hostile andintimidating work or academic environment, then it mayconstitute environmental harassment or discrimination,as outlined in Board Policy and these implementingprocedures.The District must balance these two significant interests:the right of academic freedom and the right to be free fromdiscrimination and harassment. The First Amendmentprotections, including those of academic freedom, arenot absolute. When a faculty member raises academicfreedom as a defense against charges of discriminationor discriminatory harassment, the District must examinethe nature and context of the faculty member’s behavior.A key to this examination is determining whether thebehavior of the faculty member is related to his or herlegitimate academic judgments within the context offurthering the institution’s legitimate mission.Nothing in the District’s Discrimination and DiscriminatoryHarassment Policy should be construed to prevent facultymembers from rigorously challenging fundamental beliefsheld by students and society. These challenges shouldbe done in a manner that, in the professional judgmentof the faculty member, is most pedagogically advisable.Indeed, this is at the core of academic freedom; however,faculty members may not interject into the academicsetting an element of discrimination or discriminatoryharassment that is unrelated to any legitimate educationalobjective. Nor, may a faculty member create, or allow, theeducational setting to be so charged with discriminationor discriminatory harassment, that our students areprevented from effectively participating in the academicenvironment. As such, faculty members must beaware that the District will investigate and respond toemployee or student complaints that involve coursecontent in accordance with its general discriminationand discriminatory harassment policy and facultymembers may be subject to discipline for egregiousconduct, in the same manner as provided in Board Policyand any implementing procedures for all other Districtemployees.The Peralta Community College District is committed toinsuring that the academic freedom rights of our facultyare secure, and to insuring our students an academicenvironment free of discrimination and harassment.Nothing in this section is intended to abrogate rights ofAcademic Freedom stated in the collective bargainingagreement with the Peralta Federation of Teachers.E. Consensual Relationships1. Definitions(a) The terms “instructors” and “faculty member”are defined as any person who teaches inthe District, is in an academic position, orby virtue of their position has control orinfluence on student performance, behavior,or academic career.(b) A “District employee” is defined as any personwho is employed by the Peralta CommunityCollege District, or acts as its agent andoperates within the District’s control.2. RationaleThe District’s educational mission is promoted byprofessionalism in faculty/student, as well as supervisor/subordinate, relationships. Professionalism is fosteredby an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. Actionsof faculty members and supervisors that harm thisatmosphere undermine professionalism and hinderfulfillment of the educational mission. Trust and respectare diminished when those in positions of authority abusetheir power in such a context as to violate their duty to theeducational community and undermine the trust placedin the District as a public employer and an educationalinstitution.3. Ethical ViolationRecognizing that the unequal power of adult consentingparties is inherent in consensual relationships betweensupervisor and employee or student and teacher, theDistrict will view it as unethical behavior if facultymembers or supervisors engage in romantic relationswith students enrolled in their classes or employees undertheir supervision even though both parties appear to haveconsented to the relationship.4. Presumption of a Policy ViolationThe faculty member or supervisor who contemplates aromantic relationship with a student or employee mustrealize the complexity of the situation and its potentialnegative consequences. Regardless of consent or mutualattraction, the faculty member or supervisor generallywill be judged guilty of sexual harassment if anycomplaint eventually emerges, either from the partnerin the relationship or from his or her fellow studentsor co-workers. A romantic relationship between anyminor employee or student and an adult employee ispresumptively deemed not to be a consensual relationshipand constitutes sexual harassment.

202district policies and procedures5. Voluntary Consent Not a DefenseFaculty members and supervisors exercise powerover students and their subordinates, whether ingiving or failing to give praise, criticism, performanceevaluations, promotions or other similar actions. Romanticrelationships between faculty members and students,or between supervisors and subordinates, can destroynecessary professional relationships. Voluntary consentby the student or subordinate is always suspect, giventhe asymmetric nature of the relationship. Moreover,such unprofessional behavior, or even the appearance ofsuch, may affect other students, faculty, and staff, becauseit gives one student or subordinate the appearance,correctly or incorrectly, of power or favor at the expenseof others.F. Harassment and Discrimination ComplaintProceduresIn order to accomplish the task of prohibiting discriminationand harassment, the District’s Equal Opportunity Officer isassigned the responsibilities of overseeing and investigatingany charges or complaints of discrimination or harassment.The District’s Equal Opportunity Officer will maintain adiscrimination and harassment complaint log and completerecords of complaints, investigations and resolutions.The District’s Equal Opportunity Officer will work withthe Vice President of Student Services of each collegefor processing all discrimination and harassmentcomplaints.In compliance with the guidelines established by stateand federal law, the following procedures will beimplemented to investigate and resolve complaints ofunlawful discrimination and harassment:1. Complaints of unlawful discrimination may befiled by a student who has personally suffereddiscrimination or by a person who has knowledge ofsuch discrimination, within one year of the date of thealleged unlawful discrimination or within one yearof the date on which the complainant knew or shouldhave known of the facts underlying the allegation ofunlawful discrimination or harassment.2. Student discrimination or harassment complaints may befiled with the District’s Equal Opportunity Officer (at 333East Eighth Street, Oakland, CA 94606; (510) 466-7230).3. Student discrimination and harassment complaintsmay also be filed with the Vice President of StudentServices as follows:Collegeof Alameda (510)748-2204Building ABerkeley City College (510) 981-28202050 Center St., Berkeley, 2nd FloorLaney College (510)464-3162Tower Building, Room 412Merritt College (510) 436-2478Building P, Room 3114. All complaints not filed directly with the District’sEqual Opportunity Officer should be immediatelyforwarded to that Officer on the approved Districtform.5. Whenever any person brings charges of unlawfuldiscrimination to the District Equal OpportunityOfficer’s attention, that Officer shall:(a) inform the complainant that he or she may,but is not required to, informally resolvethe charges and that s/he has the right to endthe informal resolution effort and begin theformal stage at any time;(b) notify the complainant of the procedures forfiling a complaint;(c) discuss with the complainant what actionshe or she is seeking in response to the allegeddiscrimination; and(d) advise the complainant that he or she may filea complaint with the Office for Civil Rights ofthe United States Department of Education.(e) Forward a copy to the State Chancellor’s Officeon the appropriate form.(f) Return defective complaints to the complainantwith an explanation of the deficiencies and howthey may be corrected if the complaint is to beconsidered.(g) Review the complaint and determine the needfor any interim measures of relief pendingcompletion of the investigation.6. Within fourteen (14) days of receiving the complaint, athorough and impartial investigation will commencewith notification to the complainant and theChancellor of the initiation of the investigation.Complaints will be investigated and resolvedin accordance with the District’s unlawfuldiscrimination complaint procedures. To ensure aprompt and equitable investigation of complaints,the investigation shall include an opportunity for thecomplainant and the accused to present witnessesand other evidence on their behalf. Thus, theinvestigation shall include private interviews withthe complainant, the accused individual and each ofthe witnesses identified by both parties. Sufficient

district policies and procedures203information about the allegations of the complaintshall be disclosed to the accused to provide him/herwith an opportunity to respond to the allegations ofthe complaint and provide additional information.To the extent appropriate, the District will keepthe complainant apprised of the progress of theinvestigation.7. Complaints will be handled promptly in anappropriately confidential manner — that is, theDistrict’s Equal Opportunity Officer will disclose theidentities of the parties only to the extent necessaryto carry out an investigation.8. The results of the investigation shall be set forth in awritten report which shall include at least all of thefollowing:(a) description of the circumstances giving rise tothe complaint;(b) a summary of the testimony provided by eachwitness, including the complainant and anywitnesses identified by the complainant;(c) an analysis of any relevant data or otherevidence collected during the course of theinvestigation; and(d) a specific finding as to whether discriminationdid or did not occur with respect to eachallegation in the complaint.9. Within ninety (90) days of receiving a complaint, theDistrict shall complete its investigation and providethe complainant with the following information:(a) a written notice setting forth:1) a copy or summary of the District’sinvestigative report;2) the District’s determination on themerits of the complaint; the proposedresolution of the complaints, to theextent that disclosure does not invadeany person’s privacy rights; and3) the complainant’s right to appeal to theDistrict governing board and theChancellor.Likewise, the accused individual shall be notified ofthe outcome of the investigation.10. If the allegation of sexual, racial, or disabilityharassment is substantiated, the District will takereasonable, timely and effective steps to end theharassment. Depending upon the severity of agiven case and/or prior incidents of harassment, aviolation of this rule shall lead to disciplinary actionincluding the possibility of expulsion or terminationfrom the District. Remedial measures will be offeredif appropriate to correct the discriminatory effectson any individual who has experienced harassment.The District’s policy against discriminatoryharassment will be interpreted consistently with anyfederally guaranteed rights involved in a complaintproceeding, including student’s First Amendmentrights to free speech and the accused individual’sright to due process.11. Should the Complainant not be satisfied, he or shemay appeal the proposed resolution within ten(10) days of the date of the proposed resolutionto the Chancellor. The Chancellor may request anadditional investigation, sustain the administrativedetermination, reverse the administrativedetermination or take any other appropriateaction. If the Chancellor makes the administrativedetermination, the Complainant may appeal directlyto the Board of Trustees within the same timeperiods set forth above. If the Chancellor sustains theadministrative determination or the Complainant isnot otherwise satisfied with the Chancellor’s decision,the Complainant may appeal to the Board of Trusteeswithin fifteen (15) days of the Chancellor’s decision.All appeals shall be filed with the Chancellor’s Officeat 333 East 8th Street, Oakland, CA 94606. Should thecomplainant not be satisfied, he or she may appealthe proposed resolution to the District governingboard within fifteen (15) days. The District boardshall review the original complaint, the investigativereport, the determination and the appeal and mayissue a final District decision within forty-five (45)days of receiving the appeal. The decision of theAdministration will become final, if the Board doesnot act within forty-five (45) days. The student maythen appeal the final District decision to the StateChancellor’s Office within thirty (30) days. The Officeof Equal Opportunity will furnish the complainantwith necessary information regarding where andhow to file the objection with the State Chancellor’sOffice.12. Within 150 days of receiving the complaint and afterthe resolution proposal is sent to the complainant,the District will forward the complete file of thecomplaint, findings of the investigation, the District’sproposed resolution, the letter to the complainantinforming him or her of the proposal, and anyrelevant material to the State Chancellor’s Office.

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district policies and procedures205Distrito de los Colegios Universitarios Comunitarios de PeraltaPolítica 4.03 de la Junta4.03 Política que prohíbe la discriminación hacia los estudiantes(incluyendo la discriminación y el acoso sexual y racial)El Distrito de los Colegios Universitarios Comunitarios de Peralta, de conformidad conlas leyes federales y estatales pertinentes y con la Política de la Junta, prohíbe que losestudiantes sean sometidos a discriminación y acoso discriminatorio ilícitos basados en laraza, las creencias, el color, la ascendencia, la religión, el sexo, el origen nacional, la edad(40 años de edad o más), el estado civil, los problemas médicos (relacionados con elcáncer), las incapacidades, las afiliaciones y opiniones políticas, la orientación/preferencia sexual o la transmutación de sexo en cualquier etapa, en cualquiera de losprogramas y actividades del Distrito, incluyendo la disponibilidad de los ofrecimientoseducacionales; y en otros programas y actividades como la ayuda financiera y l osservicios especiales. Por ello, el Distrito investigará las quejas de discriminacióninmediatamente, siguiendo los pasos pertinentes, a f in de eliminar la discriminaciónactual y evitar discriminación futura. El Distrito prohíbe las represalias contra cualquierindividuo que presente una que ja o participe en una investigación con r elación adiscriminación o acoso discriminatorio.Fundamento jurídicoSección 72011 del Código de Educación (Education Code Section 72011)Sección 504 de la Ley sobre la Rehabilitación de 1973 (Section 504 of the 1973Rehabilitation Act)División IX de las Enmiendas Educacionales de 1972 (Title IX of the EducationalAmendments of 1972)División VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964 (Title VI of the 1964 Civil RightsAct)Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1866, 42 Compilación de la Legislación Federal, Sección1981 (Civil Rights Act of 1866, 42 U.S.C. Section 1981)42 Compilación de la Legislación Federal, Sección 1983 (42 U.S.C. Section 1983)Adoptada: 13 de abril de 1999Revisada: 23 de julio del 2002

206 district policies and proceduresPeralta Community College District Qui Ñònh Cuûa Ban Giaùm Hieäu 4.034.03 Qui Ñònh Nghieâm Caám Phaân Bieät Ñoái Xöû (Keå Caû Quaáy Roái Tình Duïc vaøQuaáy Roái lieân quan tôùi Chuûng toäc vaø Phaân bieät Ñoái xöû) vôùi caùc Sinh VieânTheo qui ñònh cuûa luaät phaùp Tieåu Bang vaø Lieân Bang vaø Qui Ñònh Cuûa Ban GiaùmHieäu, Peralta Community College District caám phaân bieät ñoái xöû vaø quaáy roái kyø thò traùipheùp ñoái vôùi caùc sinh vieân, döïa treân chuûng toäc, tín ngöôõng, maøu da, nguoàn goác toå tieân,toân giaùo, phaùi tính, quoác gia nôi xuaát thaân, tuoåi (treân 40 tuoåi), hoaøn caûnh hoân nhaân,beänh taät (lieân quan tôùi ung thö), khuyeát taät, quan ñieåm vaø tö caùch chaùnh trò, sôû thích/xuhöôùng tính duïc, hay chuyeån ñoåi giôùi tính ôû baát cöù giai ñoaïn naøo, trong baát kyø vaø toaønboä caùc chöông trình vaø hoaït ñoäng cuûa Khu, keå caû vieäc cung caáp caùc chöông trình giaùoduïc cuûa khu; vaø caùc chöông trình vaø hoaït ñoäng khaùc nhö trôï giuùp taøi chaùnh vaø caùc dòchvuï ñaëc bieät. Ñeå ñaït ñöôïc ñieàu naøy, Khu Hoïc Chaùnh seõ tieán haønh caùc bieän phaùp kòpthôøi vaø thích hôïp ñeå ñieàu tra nhöõng tröôøng hôïp khieáu naïi phaân bieät ñoái xöû ñeå loaïi boûvaø ngaên ngöøa vieäc naøy. Khu Hoïc Chaùnh caám traû thuø baát cöù ngöôøi naøo ñöa ñôn khieáunaïi hay tham döï ñieàu tra phaân bieät ñoái xöû hay quaáy roái kyø thò.Döïa Treân Phaùp LyùBoä Luaät Giaùo Duïc, Muïc 72011Muïc 504, Ñaïo Luaät Phuïc Hoài naêm 1973Tieâu ñeà IX cuûa Baûn Tu Chính Giaùo Duïc naêm 1972Tieâu Ñeà VI cuûa Ñaïo Luaät Daân Quyeàn 1964Ñaïo Luaät Daân Quyeàn 1866, 42 U.S.C. Muïc 198142 U.S.C. Muïc 1983Ñöôïc chaáp thuaän: 13 thaùng Tö, 1999Tu chính: 23 thaùng Baûy, 20024-03 (7_23_02)VNI.edt.doc 9/9/2002 Page 1 of 1

district policies and procedures207Sexual Assault Policy and Procedures1.0 POLICY1.1 Unlawful sexual assault is a criminal activityprohibited in all employee and student areas,buildings, properties, facilities, service areas,satellite centers of the PCCD and all non-Districtareas where Peralta classes/instruction areconducted. It is the policy of the PCCD to ensure,to the extent possible, that students, faculty andstaff who are victims of a sexual assault committedat or upon the grounds of or upon off-campusgrounds or facilities maintained by the districtor its colleges, shall receive information, followupservices and referrals to local communitytreatment centers.1.2 Each college, through the Office of the VicePresident of Student Services, shall make availablesexual assault awareness information to studentsand employees.2.0 DEFINITION OF SEXUAL ASSAULT(Ed. Code 67385)2.1 “Sexual Assault” includes, but is not limited to,rape, forced sodomy, forced oral copulation, rapeby a foreign object, sexual battery, or threat ofsexual assault.3.0 PROCEDUREThe Office of the Vice President of Student Servicesshall have full responsibility, except for publicinformation, for the administration and followupof the sexual assault program. This listing ofresources and services shall be updated by eachcollege’s Vice President of Student Services andthe District’s Risk Manager or other designatedemployees, annually, no later than August 1, ormore frequently as required. This includes:1. Making available to students and staff,District policy on sexual assault.2. Meeting legal reporting requirements.3. Identifying available services for the victim.4. Developing and updating a descriptionof campus resources available to victims aswell as appropriate off-campus services.5. Implementing procedures for keeping thevictim informed of the status of any studentdisciplinary proceedings in connection withthe sexual assault.3.1 It shall be the responsibility of the Vice President ofStudent Services to see to it that victims of sexualassault committed at or upon the grounds of orupon off-campus grounds or facilities maintainedby the District, shall receive information andreferral for treatment. Services available includeimmediate short-term crisis counseling, andlong-term counseling referral to agencies in thecommunity. This information shall be providedwith sensitivity and in consideration of thepersonal needs of the victim.3.1.1 Any student, faculty or staff member who is a victimof sexual assault at a District facility referred to inSection 1.1 of this policy, is encouraged to notifythe Vice President of Student Services. The VicePresident of Student Services, with the consent ofthe victim, shall notify the Campus/District PoliceServices.3.1.2 Pursuant to legal requirements, the Campus/District Police Services will notify the appropriatelocal law enforcement agency of the reportedsexual assault, and obtain an ambulance totransport the victim to the hospital, as necessary.3.1.3 In accordance with the Campus Crime Awarenessand Security Act of 1990, the District, on anannual basis, shall notify student and employeesof statistics concerning specific types of crime,including sexual assault. This notice shall be madethrough appropriate publication/mailings. Thenames of the victims will not be reported in thestatistics.3.1.4 In cases of violent crimes considered to be a threatto other students and employees, each college’sPresident or the Chancellor of the District shallmake timely reports, respecting the confidentialityof the victim, to the college community in amanner that will aid in the prevention of similaroccurrences.3.1.5 Upon notification of a sexual assault, the Campus/District Police Services will distribute to the victima description of campus resources and servicesavailable to the victim, as well as appropriate offcampusservices. Each student or employee who isa victim of sexual assault will receive a copy of thispolicy.3.1.6 The listing of resources and services shall beavailable through the Campus/District PoliceServices, each college’s Counseling Departmentand Health Services Unit.

208 district policies and procedures3.1.7 A victim of sexual assault shall be providedwith information about pursuing the followingremedies or actions against the perpetrator:a. Employees• Criminal prosecution• Civil prosecutionDistrict disciplinary process: violation of thispolicy will cause disciplinary action which mayinclude termination of employment or may requirean employee to participate in a rehabilitationprogram.b. Students• Criminal prosecution• Civil prosecutionDistrict disciplinary process: Students arerequired to comply with this policy to remain ingood standing and as a condition of continuedattendance at any of the District’s colleges. Violationof this policy will be cause for disciplinary actionagainst the student, up to and including expulsion,and/or may require the student to participate in arehabilitation program. Student discipline shallbe accomplished in accordance with provisions ofArticle 3 of the Title 3, Division 7, Part 47, of theCalifornia Education Code.c. Non-Student Employer• Criminal prosecution• Civil prosecution3.1.8 A victim of sexual assault shall be kept informed bythe College President/designee or the Chancellorof the status of and disposition of any District/College disciplinary proceedings in connectionwith the sexual assault.3.1.9 The Counseling Department and Health Servicesshall assist, upon request, the victim of sexualassault in dealing with academic difficulties thatmay arise because of the victimization and itsimpact.3.3.10 The identity of a victim of sexual assault shallremain confidential unless otherwise prescribedby law. Requests for information regarding thesexual assault from the press, concerned students,parents, and Peralta employees not involved inthe assault or its investigation, will be handledby the college’s Public Information Office or theDistrict’s Office of Marketing in accordance withthese regulations: the Family Educational Rightand Privacy Act, applicable California Educationand Administrative Code sections, and PeraltaCommunity College District Policy.4.0 DISSEMINATION4.1 These procedures shall be published in all student,faculty and staff handbooks, each college’s catalogand schedule of classes and other printed materialdeemed appropriate by each college’s VicePresident of Student Services.4.2. These procedures will also be disseminated at eachcollege’s orientation and at periodic workshops tobe scheduled by each college’s Vice President ofStudent Services.II. Student Grievance ProcedureThe purpose of this procedure is to provide a promptand equitable means of resolving student grievances.This procedure shall be available to any student whoreasonably believes an experience or decision hasadversely affected his or her status, rights or privilegesas a student. A grievance may be initiated by a studentagainst an instructor, an administrator, or a member of theclassified staff. A grievance may also be initiated againstanother student.A. Grounds for Filing Student GrievancesThe Student Grievance Procedure shall apply only togrievances involving:1. Academic (Grade) Grievance: a complaint allegingmistake, fraud, bad faith or incompetence in theacademic (grade) evaluation of student performance.(Board Policy 4.43A)2. Violation of Law, Policy, and Procedures:a. Violation of rights which a student is entitledto by law or District policy, includingfinancial aid, exercise of free expression,rules for student conduct, admission,probation, or suspension or dismissal policies.b. Act or threat of physical aggressionc. Act or threat of intimidation or harassmentThis Student Grievance Procedure does not apply to:1. Police citations (i.e. “tickets”). Complaints aboutcitations must be directed to the Campus Police inthe same way as any traffic violation.

district policies and procedures2092. Discrimination, Sexual Assault or Sexual Harassment.Any student who feels he/she has been or is presentlyan alleged victim of sexual harassment, may firstcontact the Vice President of Student Services to filea complaint verbally or in writing, or may directlycontact the District’s Equal Opportunity Coordinatorat 333 East Eighth Street, Oakland, CA 94606, (510)466-7220. At the time a complaint is made known, acopy of the complaint procedures and a complaintform shall be made available to the complainant.For additional information regarding reporting ofdiscrimination, sexual assault or sexual harassment,please refer to Discrimination Complaint Proceduresin this catalog.B. DefinitionsParty. The student or any persons claimed to have beenresponsible for the student’s alleged grievance, togetherwith their representatives. “Party” shall not include theGrievance Hearing Committee.Student. A currently enrolled student, a person whohas filed an application for admission to the college, ora former student. A grievance by an applicant shall belimited to a complaint regarding denial of admission.Former students shall be limited to grievances relating tocourse grades to the extent permitted by Education CodeSection 76224(a).Respondent. Any person claimed by a grievant to beresponsible for the alleged grievance.Observer. An individual who is present at a hearing toobserve the proceeding, but shall not be allowed to speakand address the committee.Written Notice/Written Decision. Notice sent by personalservice or by registered or certified mail with returnreceipt requested via the U.S. Postal Service.Day. Unless otherwise provided, day shall mean a dayduring which the college is in session and regular classesare held, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Districtholidays.C. Grievance Process1. Step One: Informal ResolutionWithin 30 days of the allegation, each student who hasa grievance shall make a reasonable effort to resolve thematter on an informal basis prior to requesting a grievancehearing:a. For an academic (grade) grievance, the student shallmake an appointment with the faculty against whomhe/she has a grievance during the faculty member’sposted office hours or at a mutually-agreed-upontime, in order to discuss the student’s complaint.Should the faculty against whom the student hasan academic complaint fail to meet with the studentin a timely manner, the student may meet with theDivision Dean of Instruction of the faculty member.b. For a grievance based on an alleged violation of law,policy, and procedures, the student shall attempt tosolve the problem with the person with whom thestudent has the grievance, that person’s immediatesupervisor, or the Vice President of Student Services(or designee).2. Step Two: Formal Complaint ProceduresAny student who believes he/she has a grievance mustfile an approved grievance complaint form with the VicePresident of Student Services (or designee). The studentmay obtain the form from the Office of the Vice Presidentof Student Services.The student must file within 90 days of the incident onwhich the grievance is based; or after the student knewor should have known of the basis for the grievance,whichever is later. The grievance complaint must be filedwhether or not the student has already initiated efforts atinformal resolution, if the student wishes the grievance tobecome official. Failure to file a formal complaint withinsuch ninety (90) day period constitutes waiver of thestudent’s right to appeal.a. Filing ComplaintThe complaint must include the following:• The exact nature of the complaint (grounds).• The specific details of the complaint (e.g., chronologyof the event and an explicit description of the allegedviolation).• A description of the informal meeting and attemptedresolution, if any.• The specific resolution/remedy sought.Complaint should be filed with Vice President of StudentServices.b. Meeting with Vice President of Student Services(or designee)The Vice President of Student Services (or designee)shall provide to the person against whom the grievancehas been filed a copy of the grievance and a copy of theprocedure.

210 district policies and proceduresThe Vice President of Student Services (or designee) willprovide the grievant with a written copy of the policyand procedures and answer all questions regarding thepolicy including the student’s rights and responsibilitiesin the process of filing a grievance. For academic (grade)grievance, the Vice President of Student Services (ordesignee) will inform the student that a grade change mayonly be made where there is a finding of fraud, mistake,bad faith or incompetence.The student and Vice President of Student Services (ordesignee) shall attempt to reach an informal resolution.c. Request for Grievance HearingIf an informal resolution cannot be reached, the VicePresident of Student Services (or designee) shall makea request for records and documents from the studentfiling the complaint and forward copies of all documentspertinent to the alleged violation to the Chair of theGrievance Committee and the parties. Documentsor accusations not specifically related to the allegedviolations shall not be forwarded to the committee orthe parties.i. For academic (grade) grievance, the Chair shall requestrecords and documents from the faculty memberagainst whom the complaint has been filed.ii. For grievance based on an alleged violation of law,policy, and procedures, the Chair shall requestrecords and documents from the party againstwhom the complaint has been filed.d. Grievance Hearing CommitteeWithin 90 calendar days following receipt of the grievancecomplaint form, the Grievance Hearing Committee shallconduct a hearing. The following College GrievanceCommittee members shall be appointed for a term of oneacademic year as follows:• The Vice President of Instruction, who shall Chairthe committee;• One faculty member (and one alternate) jointlyappointed by the PFT and the Faculty Senate;• One administrator (and one alternate) appointed bythe College President;• One student (and one alternate) appointed by thePresident of the Associated StudentsAdditional committee member:• For academic (grade) grievances, one faculty member(and one alternate) jointly appointed by the PFT andthe Faculty Senate; or• For other grievances, one classified employee (andone alternate) jointly appointed by Local 790 and theClassified Senate.A committee member shall withdraw from participationin the hearing if a conflict of interest is anticipated, inwhich case the alternate member shall serve. The membersof the Committee shall be provided with a copy of thegrievance and any written response provided by therespondent before the hearing begins. Four-fifths of themembers of the committee shall be present in order forthe committee to act.e. Hearing Procedure1. The Vice President of Instruction, as Chair, shallprovide written notice, including the date, timeand place of the hearing, to both parties at least tendays prior to the hearing. The notice shall be handdeliveredor sent by certified mail and shall includea copy of the complaint.2. The Chair shall provide the involved complainantwith a written summary of rights he/she may beentitled to by law or contract at least 10 days beforethe hearing. For academic (grade) grievance, theChair of the committee shall provide the involvedfaculty member with a written summary of rights he/she may be entitled to by law or contract at least 10days before the hearing. Both parties shall be givenadequate time (at least 10 days) to read and review alldocuments, consistent with privacy laws. This rightmay be waived by either party. Both parties shall beinformed that all relevant evidence presented to thehearing committee, whether written or oral, may beused against them in this or any other proceedingunless otherwise prohibited by law. The writtennotice shall inform the parties of this fact. The Chairof the committee shall inform both parties orally ofthis fact at the commencement of the hearing.3. The decision of the Chair shall be final on all mattersrelating to the conduct of the hearing unless thereis a vote by a majority of the other members of thepanel to the contrary. The Chair may do whateveris necessary, so long as it is legally permissible,to ensure that the hearing is conducted in a fair,dignified and orderly manner.4. The Chair of the committee may exclude a witnessfrom the hearing when the witness is not givingtestimony.5. Anyone who disrupts the proceeding or interferesshall be excluded from the proceeding.

district policies and procedures2116. All information derived from the complaint isconfidential. Information may not be made publicnor discussed with anyone except those with alegitimate need to know.7. The hearing shall be open only to persons directlyinvolved in the matters to be heard. The bargainingagent representing the respondent may send anobserver to any hearing.8. The committee may call in “expert witnesses” if thesubject of the grievance is beyond their expertise.9. The committee shall inform the witnesses (otherthan the accused) in writing that they are soughtfor interview purposes and their participation in theprocess is requested by the committee. Witnessesshall also be informed as to the purpose of theinterview, the general subject of the interview, andtheir right to request representation by anyone oftheir choosing prior to and during said interview.10. Any member of the committee may ask questions ofany witness.11. The hearing shall be conducted so as to bringall of the relevant information and evidence tothe members of the committee in an orderly andintelligible form. Formal rules of evidence shall notapply. Any relevant evidence shall be admitted, if itis the sort of evidence on which responsible personsare accustomed to rely upon in the conduct of seriousaffairs. Accusations not specifically related to thealleged violation shall not be considered relevant.The rules of privilege shall apply to the same extentthat they are recognized in civil actions.12. At all steps of the process, both the student filing andthe other party have the right to be accompanied,advised and represented by a person or counsel oftheir choosing. If either party wishes to be representedby an attorney, a request must be presented notless than 10 days prior to the date of the hearing.If the student is permitted to be represented by anattorney, the college representative may requestlegal assistance. The hearing committee may alsorequest legal assistance; any legal advisor providedto the panel may sit with it in an advisory capacityto provide legal counsel but shall not be a memberof the panel nor vote with it.13. If the respondent or his/her representative, or both,are absent from all or a part of the hearing, thecommittee shall make its recommendations on thebasis of whatever evidence is submitted before thehearing and on whatever evidence and testimony ispresented to the committee during the hearing.14. The committee shall make all evidence, written ororal, part of the record.15. The committee shall judge the relevancy and weightof testimony and evidence and make its findings offact, limiting its investigation to the formal charge.The decision shall be based only on the record of thehearing, and not on matter outside of that record.16. The burden shall be on the grievant to prove by apreponderance of the evidence that the facts allegedare true and a grievance has been sufficientlyestablished.17. The hearing date may be postponed or continuedat the discretion of the Chair of the committee. Bothparties shall be given notice of the new or continuedhearing date.18. The votes of the majority of the members present (atleast 3 votes) are necessary in order for the committeeto make a recommendation to the Vice President ofStudent Services.19. The Chair of the committee shall notify the VicePresident of Student Services of the committee’srecommendation within 10 days.20. A summary record of the proceedings held in aclosed session shall be kept in a confidential file bythe Vice President of Student Services and shall beavailable at all times to the accused person. The VicePresident of Student Services has the responsibilityto ensure that a proper record is maintained andavailable at all times.f. Final Decision by Vice President of Student ServicesBased on the grievance hearing committee’srecommendations, the Vice President of Student Services(or designee) may accept the recommendation, return itto the committee for further review, or reject it. Within10 days of receipt of the committee’s recommendation,the Vice President of Student Services (or designee) shallsend written notification to the parties and committeeinforming them of:• The committee’s recommendation;• The final decision by Vice President of StudentServices; and• Appeals procedure

212 district policies and proceduresAny decision to reject findings of the committee must besupported by a summary finding of fact. The decisionto recommend a grade change must be supported by asummary finding of fact, establishing mistake, fraud, badfaith or incompetence.3. Appealsa. President’s DecisionThe Vice President of Student Services’ (or designee’s)decision may be appealed by either party in writingwithin 10 days of the Vice President of Student Services’(or designee’s) decision.The College President shall issue a written decision to theparties and their representatives within ten (10) schooldays of receipt of the appeal. A decision to change agrade must be supported by a summary finding of fact,establishing mistake, fraud, bad faith or incompetence.b. Chancellor’s DecisionThe College President’s decision may be appealed to theChancellor in writing within 10 days of receipt of thedecision.The Chancellor, or designee, shall issue a written decisionto the parties and the representatives by certified mailwithin 10 days of the receipt of the decision. A decisionto change a grade must be supported by a summaryfinding of fact, establishing mistake, fraud, bad faith orincompetence.c. Board of Trustees’ DecisionThe Chancellor’s (or designee’s), decision may be appealedto the Board of Trustees in writing within 10 days of thereceipt of the decision.The Board will review the documentation of the priorsteps of the case and determine whether to confirm theChancellor’s decision or hear the appeal. If the Boardconfirms the Chancellor’s decision, the appellant hasexhausted his or her remedies. If the Board decides toconsider the appeal, it will do so in closed session subjectto Education Code 72122, and will issue a final decisionwithin forty-five (45) school days after receipt of thedecision.A decision to change a grade must be supported by asummary finding of fact, establishing mistake, fraud,bad faith or incompetence. Implementation of any gradechange shall be held in abeyance until the internal appealprocess has been exhausted.All recommendations, resolutions, and actions takenby the Board of Trustees shall be consistent with theState and Federal law, the Peralta Community CollegeDistrict Policies and Procedures, and the PFT and Local1021 Collective Bargaining Agreements. (In the event ofa conflict between the Collective Bargaining Agreementand the PCCD Policies and Procedures, the CollectiveBargaining Agreement shall govern.)4. Time LimitsAny times specified in these procedures may be shortenedor lengthened if there is mutual concurrence by allparties.III. Student Conduct, Discipline,and Due Process RightsThe purpose of this procedure is to provide a promptand equitable means to address violations of the Code ofStudent Conduct, which ensures to the student or studentsinvolved the due process rights guaranteed them by stateand federal constitutional protections. This procedurewill be used in a fair and equitable manner, and not forpurposes of retaliation. It is not intended to substitutefor criminal or civil proceedings that may be initiated byother agencies.These procedures are specifically not intended toinfringe in any way on the rights of students to engagein free expression as protected by the state and federalconstitutions, and by Education Code Section 76120, andwill not be used to punish expression that is protected.A student excluded for disciplinary reasons from onecollege in the Peralta Community College Districtmay be denied enrollment into other colleges in theDistrict, depending on the specific form of discipline.The President of a college may also deny admission to astudent suspended or excluded for disciplinary reasonsfrom other colleges or universities.A. Student Code of ConductStudents are responsible for complying with all collegeregulations and for maintaining appropriate courserequirements as established by the instructors.Disciplinary action may be imposed on a student forviolation of college rules and regulations, the CaliforniaEducation Code, California Penal Code, and the CaliforniaAdministrative Code. Student misconduct may result indisciplinary action by the college and prosecution by civilauthorities. Misconduct that may result in disciplinaryaction includes, but is not limited to, the followingviolations:

district policies and procedures2131. Violation of District policies or regulationsincluding parking and traffic regulations (subject toEducation Code Section 76036), policies regulatingstudent organizations, and time, place and mannerregulations in regard to public expression.2. Willful misconduct which results in injury or death ofany person on college-owned or -controlled property,or college-sponsored or supervised functions; orcausing, attempting to cause, or threatening to causephysical injury to another person.3. Conduct which results in cutting, defacing,damaging, or other injury to any real or personalproperty owned by the college or to private propertyon campus.4. Stealing or attempting to steal college property orprivate property on campus; or knowingly receivingstolen college property or private property oncampus.5. Unauthorized entry to or use of college facilities.6. Committing or attempting to commit robbery orextortion.7. Dishonesty such as cheating, plagiarism (includingplagiarism in a student publication), forgery,alteration or misuse of college documents, records,or identification documents, or furnishing falseinformation to the college.8. The use, sale, or possession on campus of, orpresence on campus under the influence of, anycontrolled substance, or any poison classified assuch by Schedule D in Section 4160 of the Businessand Professions Code or any controlled substancelisted in California Health and Safety Code Section11053 et seq., an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicantof any kind; or unlawful possession of, or offering,arranging or negotiating the sale of any drugparaphernalia, as defined in California Health andSafety Code Section 11014.5.9. Possession, sale or otherwise furnishing any firearm,knife, explosive or other dangerous object, includingbut not limited to any facsimile firearm, knife orexplosive, unless, in the case of possession of anyobject of this type, the student has obtained writtenpermission to possess the item from an authorizedcollege employee.10. Willful or persistent smoking in any area wheresmoking has been prohibited by law or by regulationof the governing board.11. Lewd, indecent, or obscene conduct or expression oncollege-owned or -controlled property, or at collegesponsored or supervised functions; or engaging inlibelous or slanderous expression; or expression orconduct which so incites students as to create a clearand present danger of the commission of unlawfulacts on college premises, or substantial disruption ofthe orderly operation of the college.12. Disruptive or insulting behavior, willfuldisobedience, habitual profanity or vulgarity; orthe open and persistent defiance of the authority of,refusal to comply with directions of, or persistentabuse of, college employees in the performance oftheir duty on or near the school premises or publicsidewalks adjacent to school premises.13. Obstruction or disruption of teaching, research,administrative procedures or other collegeactivities.14. Committing sexual harassment as defined by law orby college policies and procedures; or engaging inharassing or discriminatory behavior based on race,sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or anyother status protected by law.15. Persistent, serious misconduct where other meansof correction have failed to bring about properconduct.In accordance with Education Code Section 76234, the results ofany disciplinary action or appeal in connection with any allegedsexual assault, physical abuse or threat of the same shall bemade available within 3 school days of the results, to the allegedvictim, who shall keep such information confidential.B. Forms of Discipline:Students facing disciplinary action are subject to any ofthe following actions:Written or verbal reprimand. An admonition to thestudent to cease and desist from conduct determined toviolate the Code of Student Conduct. Written reprimandsmay become part of a student’s permanent record at thecollege. A record of the fact that a verbal reprimand hasbeen given may become part of a student’s record at thecollege for a period of up to one year.

214 district policies and proceduresProbation. A period of time specified for observing andevaluating a student’s conduct, with or without specialconditions. Probation will be imposed for a specific periodof time; the student is considered removed from probationwhen the period expires. Violation of any conditionsduring the period of probation may be cause for furtherdisciplinary action.Loss of Privileges and Exclusion from Activities.Exclusion from participation in designated privileges andextracurricular activities for a specified period of time.Violation of any conditions or Code of Student Conductduring the period of sanction may be cause for furtherdisciplinary action.Educational Sanction. Work, research projects, counseling,or community service projects may be assigned. Violationof any requirements of assignment or Code of StudentConduct during the period of sanction may be cause forfurther disciplinary action.Treatment Requirement. Require enrollment in angermanagement, drug and alcohol rehabilitation treatment.Such requirement must receive prior approval from theVice President of Student Services (or designee).Group Sanction. Sanctions for the misconduct of groupsor organizations may include temporary or permanentrevocation or denial of group registration as well as otherappropriate sanctions.Removal from Class. Exclusion of the student by aninstructor for the day of the removal and the next classmeeting. Instructor must immediately report the removalto the Vice President of Student Services (or designee).Exclusion from Areas of the College. Exclusion of astudent from specified areas of the campus. Violation ofthe conditions of exclusion or Code of Student Conductduring the period of exclusion may be cause for furtherdisciplinary action.Withdrawal of Consent to Remain on Campus. Withdrawalof consent by the Campus Police for any person toremain on campus in accordance with California PenalCode Section 626.4/626.6 where the Campus Police hasreasonable cause to believe that such person has willfullydisrupted the orderly operation of the campus. Anyperson as to whom consent to remain on campus has beenwithdrawn who knowingly reenters the campus duringthe period in which consent has been withdrawn, exceptto come for a meeting or hearing, is subject to arrest.Short-term Suspension. Exclusion of the student by thePresident (or designee) for good cause from one or moreclasses for a period of up to ten consecutive days ofinstruction.Long-term Suspension. Exclusion of the student by thePresident (or designee) for good cause from one or moreclasses for the remainder of the school term or schoolyear, or from all classes and activities of the college andDistrict for one or more terms.Expulsion. Exclusion of the student by the Board ofTrustees from all colleges in the District.Disciplinary action may be imposed on a student by:1. A college faculty member who may place a studenton probation or remove the student from class and/or a college activity for the remainder of that class/activity period.2. The President (or designee) who may impose anyform of discipline, including summarily suspendinga student when deemed necessary for the welfareand safety of the college community.3. The President who may recommend “expulsion” tothe Board of Trustees.4. The Board of Trustees who may terminate a student’sprivilege to attend any college of the District.C. Due Process Rights for Suspensionsand ExpulsionsDefinitions:Student. Any person currently enrolled as a student at anycollege or in any program offered by Peralta CommunityCollege District.Faculty Member. Any instructor (an academic employee ofthe District in whose class a student subject to discipline isenrolled), counselor, librarian, or any academic employeewho is providing services to the student.Day. A day during which the District is in session andregular classes are held, excluding Saturdays, Sundays,and District holidays.Written Notice/Written Decision. Notice sent by personalservice or by registered or certified mail with returnreceipt requested via the United States Postal Service.Short-term Suspensions, Long-term Suspensions,and Expulsions:Before any disciplinary action to suspend or expel is takenagainst a student, the following procedures will apply:

district policies and procedures215Notice. The Vice President of Student Services (ordesignee) will provide the student with written notice ofthe conduct warranting the discipline. The written noticewill include the following:• The specific section of the Code of Student Conductthat the student is accused of violating.• A short statement of the facts (such as the date, time,and location) supporting the accusation.• The right of the student to meet with the VicePresident of Student Services (or designee) to discussthe accusation, or to respond in writing.• The nature of the discipline that is beingconsidered.Time limits. The notice must be provided to the studentwithin 5 days of the date on which the conduct tookplace or became known to the Vice President of StudentServices (or designee); in the case of continuous, repeatedor ongoing conduct, the notice must be provided within5 days of the date on which conduct occurred or becameknown to the Vice President of Student Services (ordesignee) which led to the decision to take disciplinaryaction.Conference Meeting. A student charged with misconductmust meet with the Vice President of Student Services(or designee) for a conference regarding the basis of thecharge and the possible disciplinary action that may ariseas a consequence. If the student fails to respond within 5days after receipt of the written notice, the Vice Presidentmay proceed on the assumption that the charge(s) is (are)valid.The conference with the Vice President of Student Services(or designee) will be for the purpose of:a. Reviewing the written statement of the charge(s) aspresented to the student;b. Providing a reasonable opportunity at the meetingfor the student to answer the charge(s) verbally or inwriting to the accusation;c. Informing the student in writing of possibledisciplinary action that might be taken;d. Presenting to the student the College Due ProcessProcedures.One of the following scenarios will occur:a. The matter is dismissed, in which case no publicrecord of this incident shall be retained; however,an annual confidential report is required to besubmitted to the Peralta Board of Trustees.b. A disciplinary action is imposed, and the studentaccepts the disciplinary action.c. A disciplinary action is imposed, and the decision ofthe Vice President of Student Services (or designee)is final due to the form of the discipline.d. A disciplinary action of a long-term suspension isimposed and the student does not accept the longtermsuspension. The student must file at the Officeof the President a written notice of intent to appealto the Student Disciplinary Hearing Panel within 5days of the written decision from the Vice Presidentof Student Services (or designee).e. A recommendation for expulsion is made by theVice President of Student Services (or designee) tothe College President.Short-term SuspensionWithin 5 days after the meeting described above, the VicePresident of Student Services (or designee) shall decidewhether to impose a short-term suspension, whether toimpose some lesser disciplinary action, or whether to endthe matter. Written notice of the Vice President of StudentServices’(or designee’s) decision shall be provided tothe student. The written notice will include the lengthof time of the suspension, or the nature of the lesserdisciplinary action. The Vice President of Student Services’(or designee) decision on a short-term suspension shallbe final.Long-term SuspensionWithin 5 days after the meeting described above, the VicePresident of Student Services (or designee) may decide toimpose a long-term suspension. Written notice of the VicePresident of Student Services’ (or designee’s) decision shallbe provided to the student. The written notice will includethe right of the student to request a formal hearing anda copy of the College Student Discipline (Due Process)Procedures describing the procedures for a hearing.ExpulsionWithin 5 days after the meeting described above, the VicePresident of Student Services (or designee) may decideto recommend expulsion to the President. The StudentDisciplinary Hearing Panel shall be convened to provide arecommendation to the President. The President shall thendecide whether to make a recommendation of expulsionto the Chancellor and Board of Trustees. Written noticeof the President’s (or designee’s) decision to recommendexpulsion shall be provided to the student. The writtennotice will include the right of the student to a formalhearing with the Board of Trustees before expulsion isimposed, and a copy of the College Student Discipline(Due Process) Procedures describing the procedures fora hearing.

216district policies and proceduresHearing Procedures:Request for Hearing. Within 5 days after receipt of theVice President of Student Services’ (or designee’s) decisionregarding a long-term suspension, the student mayrequest a formal hearing. The request must be made inwriting to the President (or designee). Any charge(s) towhich the student does not respond shall be deemed valid.Any recommendation for expulsion by the Vice Presidentof Student Services (or designee) shall be automaticallyreviewed by the Student Disciplinary Hearing Panel.Schedule of Hearing. The formal hearing shall be heldwithin 10 calendar days after a written request for hearingis received. Student’s failure to confirm attendance athearing or failure to appear at the hearing withoutreasonable cause constitutes waiver of the student’s rightto appeal.Student Disciplinary Hearing Panel. The hearing panelfor any disciplinary action shall be composed of onefaculty (selected by the President of the Faculty Senate),one classified (selected by the President of the ClassifiedSenate), one administrator (selected by the President ofthe College) and one student (selected by the AssociatedStudents).The President (or designee), at the beginning of the academicyear, will establish the panel, along with alternates. The chairof the committee will be appointed by the President.Hearing Panel Chair. The President (or designee) shallappoint one member of the panel to serve as the chair.The decision of the hearing panel chair shall be final onall matters relating to the conduct of the hearing unlessthere is a vote by two other members of the panel to thecontrary.Conduct of the Hearing:The members of the hearing panel shall be providedwith a copy of the accusation against the student andany written response provided by the student before thehearing begins.The facts supporting the accusation shall be presented bya college representative who shall be the Vice Presidentof Student Services.The college representative and the student may callwitnesses and introduce oral and written testimonyrelevant to the issues of the matter.Formal rules of evidence shall not apply. Any relevantevidence shall be admitted.Unless the hearing panel determines to proceed otherwise,the college representative and the student shall each bepermitted to make an opening statement. Thereafter, thecollege representative shall make the first presentation,followed by the student. The college representative maypresent rebuttal evidence after the student completeshis or her evidence. The burden shall be on the collegerepresentative to prove by substantial evidence that thefacts alleged are true.The student may represent himself or herself, and mayalso have the right to be represented by a person of his orher choice, except that the student shall not be representedby an attorney unless, in the judgment of the hearingpanel, complex legal issues are involved. If the studentwishes to be represented by an attorney, a request mustbe presented not less than 5 days prior to the date of thehearing. If the student is permitted to be represented byan attorney, the college representative may request legalassistance. The hearing panel may also request legalassistance; any legal advisor provided to the panel maysit with it in an advisory capacity to provide legal counselbut shall not be a member of the panel nor vote with it.Hearings shall be closed and confidential unless thestudent requests that it be open to the public. Any suchrequest must be made no less than 5 days prior to thedate of the hearing.In a closed hearing, witnesses shall not be present at thehearing when not testifying, unless all parties and thepanel agree to the contrary.The hearing shall be recorded by the District either bytape recording or stenographic recording, and shall bethe only recording made. No witness who refuses tobe recorded may be permitted to give testimony. In theevent the recording is by tape recording, the hearingpanel chair shall, at the beginning of the hearing, ask eachperson present to identify himself or herself by name,and thereafter shall ask witnesses to identify themselvesby name. Tape recording shall remain in the custody ofthe District at all times, unless released to a professionaltranscribing service. The student may request a copy ofthe tape recording.All testimony shall be taken under oath; the oath shallbe administered by the hearing panel chair. Writtenstatements of witnesses under penalty of perjury shallnot be used unless the witness is unavailable to testify.A witness who refuses to be tape-recorded is notunavailable.Within 10 days following the close of the hearing, thehearing panel shall prepare and send to the President(or designee) a written recommendation regardingthe disciplinary action to be imposed, if any. Therecommendation shall include specific factual findingsregarding the accusation, and shall include specificconclusions regarding whether any specific section of theStandards of Student Conduct were violated. The decision

district policies and procedures217shall be based only on the record of the hearing, and noton matter outside of that record. The record consists ofthe original accusation, the written response, if any, ofthe student, and the oral and written evidence producedat the hearing.President’s (or designee’s) Decision:Long-term suspension. Within 5 days following receiptof the hearing panel’s recommendation, the President(or designee) shall render a final written decision basedon the recommendations of the hearing panel and theVice President of Student Services (or designee). If thePresident (or designee) modifies or rejects the hearingpanel’s recommendation, the President shall review therecord of the hearing, and shall prepare a written decisionthat contains specific factual findings and conclusions. Thedecision of the President (or designee) shall be final.Expulsion. Within 5 days following receipt of the hearingpanel’s recommendation, the President (or designee)shall render a written decision either to recommendexpulsion or to impose a lesser form of discipline. If thePresident (or designee) modifies or rejects the hearingpanel’s decision, he or she shall review the record of thehearing, and shall prepare a written decision that containsspecific factual findings and conclusions. If the President(or designee) decides to recommend expulsion, suchrecommendation shall be forwarded to the Chancellorand Board of Trustees.Chancellor’s Decision:A student may, within 10 days of the President’s decision toimpose long-term suspension or to recommend expulsion,appeal the decision in writing to the Chancellor. For longtermsuspensions, the Chancellor (or designee) shall issuea written decision to the parties and the representativeswithin ten days of the receipt of the President’s decision.For expulsions, the Chancellor shall forward thePresident’s recommendation to the Board of Trusteeswithin 10 days and provide an independent opinion asto whether he or she also recommends expulsion.Board of Trustees’ Decision:The Chancellor’s (or designee’s) decision regarding longtermsuspension may be appealed to the Board of Trusteeswithin 10 days of receipt of the Chancellor’s decision.The Board of Trustees shall consider any recommendationfrom the President for expulsion at the next regularlyscheduled meeting of the Board after receipt of therecommended decision.The Board shall consider an expulsion recommendation inclosed session, unless the student has requested that thematter be considered in a public meeting in accordancewith these procedures. (Education Code Section 72122)The student shall receive written notice at least threedays prior to the meeting of the date, time, and place ofthe Board’s meeting.The student may, within 48 hours after receipt of the notice,request that the hearing be held as a public meeting.Even if a student has requested that the Board consider anexpulsion recommendation in a public meeting, the Boardwill hold any discussion that might be in conflict withthe right to privacy of any student other than the studentrequesting the public meeting in closed session.The Board may accept, modify or reject the findings,decisions and recommendations of the President (ordesignee) and Chancellor (or designee). If the Boardmodifies or rejects the decision, the Board shall review therecord of the hearing, and shall prepare a written decisionthat contains specific factual findings and conclusions.The decision of the Board shall be final.The final action of the Board on the expulsion shall betaken at a public meeting, and the result of the action shallbe a public record of the District.Time Limits:Any times specified in these procedures may be shortenedor lengthened if there is mutual concurrence by allparties.Student Grievance:Students who believe that they have been improperlysubjected to any of the disciplinary measures stated inthis policy may file a Student Grievance with the VicePresident of Student Services in accordance with BoardPolicy 4.43.IV. Academic Accommodations Policyand ProceduresA. Academic Accommodations Policy for Studentswith DisabilitiesThe Peralta Community College District, as a group ofpublic institutions of higher education and vocationaltraining, commits itself to a policy of equal opportunityand nondiscrimination for students with disabilities.It is the policy of the District to accommodate requestsinvolving academic adjustments consistent with local,state, and federal laws and regulations.In the case of a dispute involving the student’s requestfor academic accommodations or a student’s inquiryregarding the District’s compliance with applicable lawsand regulations, the Vice President of Student Servicesreviews the case and makes an interim decision pendingresolution through the grievance procedure BoardPolicy 4.43. The finding of the grievance committee may

218 district policies and proceduresbe appealed directly to the District Affirmative ActionOfficer. (BP 5.24)B. Academic Accomodation Procedures forStudents with DisabilitiesImplementing Procedures for Board Policy 5.24Pursuant to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of1973, Title 5, Section 56027, and Board Policy 5.24, thePeralta Community College District has developed thefollowing procedures to respond in a timely mannerto requests by students with disabilities for academicaccommodations. Pursuant to Title 5, Sections 56000-56088the District has developed Disabled Student Programs andServices (DSP&S) at each college to assist students withdisabilities in securing appropriate instruction, academicaccommodations and auxiliary aids.The goal of all academic accommodations and auxiliaryaids is to minimize the effects of the disability on theeducational process. The student with a disability shallbe given the opportunity both to acquire informationand to be evaluated in a way that allows the studentto fully demonstrate his/her knowledge of the subject.The goal is to maintain academic standards by givingthe student assignments that are comparable in content,complexity, and quantity.1. Process to Request ServicesWhen a student requests disability-related services, thestudent’s disability is verified by the DSP&S professionalaccording to state-mandated criteria. If the student isdeemed ineligible for services and wishes to appeal thisdecision, he/she will follow the District Student GrievanceProcedure. Concurrently, the college ADA Coordinatorwill review the case and make an interim decision pendingresolution through the student grievance procedure. Thefinding of the grievance committee may be appealeddirectly to the District Affirmative Action Officer.The DSP&S professional, in consultation with the student,determines educational limitations based on the disabilityand authorizes the use of any appropriate auxiliary aidsand/or academic accommodations. These may includebut are not limited to:a. Auxiliary aids such as a tape recorder, assistivelistening device, calculator, computer, taped textor spelling checker used in the classroom and/or incompleting class assignments;b. The use in the classroom of a reader, American SignLanguage interpreter, note taker, or scribe, or realtimecaptioner for students who are deaf or hardof hearing or the presence of guide dogs, mobilityassistants, or attendants in the classroom;c. Testing accommodations such as extended time fortest taking.d. Extending the length of time permitted for course ordegree requirements and flexibility in the manner inwhich specific course content is obtained.e. Substitution for specific courses required forthe completion of general education degreerequirements, or substitutions or waivers of majoror certificate requirements.f. Access to Alternate Media such as Braille, largeprint, or electronic text (e-text).With the consent of the student, instructors are informed ofauthorized auxiliary aids and academic accommodations.It is the responsibility of the instructor to allow auxiliaryaids to be used in the classroom or to coordinate withthe DSP&S professional for the delivery of academicaccommodations. It is the responsibility of the DSP&Sprofessional to make arrangements for and facilitate thedelivery of academic accommodations with the disabledstudent in coordination with faculty, as appropriate.The DSP&S professional will assist with providing theappropriate accommodations and appropriate follow upfor DSP&S students. An example of appropriate followup might be a DSP&S Counselor contacting an instructorand DSP&S student to inquire about the effectiveness ofan accommodation.C. Grievance ProceduresIf a student is denied academic accommodations or theuse of auxiliary aids by an instructor and wishes to appeal,she/he should contact the DSP&S professional to schedulea meeting with the instructor to discuss and resolve theissue. The student may invite the DSP&S professional (i.e.,a DSP&S Coordinator, Counselor, Instructor, AcquiredBrain Injury (ABI) Specialist, Learning Disability (LD)Specialist etc.) to attend this meeting. In the case wherean unresolved issue becomes a dispute (i.e., an issue thatis not resolved informally between the student and theinstructor with the assistance of the DSP&S professional),the student may file a complaint through the DistrictStudent Grievance Procedure. Concurrently, the collegeADA Coordinator or designee will review the case andmake an interim decision pending resolution throughthe student grievance procedure. If the issue is still notresolved, the student may appeal directly to the DistrictAffirmative Action Officer.

district policies and procedures219D. Meeting General Education DegreeRequirements:When the severity of the disability of an otherwisequalified student precludes successful completion of acourse required for graduation from a college within thePeralta Community College District, despite an earnesteffort on the part of the student to complete the courseor its prerequisite—if appropriate for the disability asdetermined by a qualified DSP&S Specialist—and despitethe provision of academic adjustments and/or auxiliaryaids, the student may request a substitution of the courseas an alternative method of meeting general educationdegree requirements. The Evaluation Team will consist ofthe DSPS Coordinator, the Department chair or instructorfrom the discipline of the course or major for which asubstitution is being requested, and the appropriate Deanof Instruction. The team may consult, as appropriate,with DSPS professionals, Associate Vice Chancellor forAdmissions and Records and Student Services, and thecollege Vice President of Instruction in order to makea decision. In assessing requests, the Evaluation Teamshould consider the anticipated exit skills from thecourse that can be substituted for comparable exit skillsin another course. These comparable skills may be foundin a discipline different from the discipline of the originalcourse.E. Meeting Major or Certificate RequirementsThe process for evaluating requests for major or certificaterequirements is the same as stated in the section aboveexcept that the student may request a substitution or awaiver of the course as an alternative method of meetingmajor or certificate requirements.A course substitution maintains the standards of academicrigor of degree programs because the student is requiredto demonstrate comparable skills. Therefore, requesting acourse substitution is the preferred option to meet generaleducation degree requirements. For major or certificatecourse requirements, course substitutions and/or waiversmay be considered.Course substitutions are applicable for Peralta CommunityCollege District and may not be recognized by a transfercollege.F. Evaluation Of Substitution/Waiver Requesta. DocumentationThe student will complete the Request for Change ofGraduation Requirements Form (available in the DSPSoffice) and submit it to the DSP&S professional with thefollowing attachments:1. PETITION for Substitution/Waiver (obtained fromthe Admissions Office).2. LETTER (written by the student) addressing thecriteria listed in Part B.3. EVIDENCE FROM THE DSP&S PROFESSIONAL(DSP&S Coordinator, Counselor, Instructor,Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Specialist, LearningDisability (LD) Specialist, etc.) verifying the disabilityand how it relates to the student’s request.4. DOCUMENTATION of the student’s academicrecord, the degree requirements for graduation andinformation about the course in question regardingwhether or not it is essential to the student’s course ofstudy, major, transfer goals and/or employment goalsas appropriate.5. ADDITIONAL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATIONcan be provided by students.b. Evaluation of RequestThe DSP&S professional will review all documents,outline evidence of the use of all appropriate and availableservices and academic adjustments and indicate that,according to CRITERIA listed below, that the requestis appropriate. The DSP&S professional then signs theRequest for Change of Graduation Requirements Formand forwards the packet to the DSP&S Coordinator, whowill convene an Evaluation Team.The Evaluation Team consists of the DSP&S Coordinator,the Department Chair (or an Instructor) from the disciplineof the course or major for which a substitution is beingrequested, and the Dean of Instruction with responsibilityfor the Division, which includes the discipline of thecourse substitution. The Evaluation Team meeting is tobe chaired by the Dean of Instruction and should consultwith the Associate Vice Chancellor for Admissions andRecords and Student Services, DSP&S professionals, andthe College Vice President of Instruction as appropriate.The Evaluation Team will assess student requests basedon the following criteria:• Documentation of the student’s disability withspecific test scores, when appropriate, and adescription of educationally related functionallimitations in the academic area under discussion.• Evidence of the student’s earnest efforts to meet thegraduation requirement, which may include:

220district policies and proceduresConsistent and persistent efforts in attempting tomeet all graduation requirements. Evidence thatthe student has attempted to take the course inquestion or its prerequisite with accommodationsand has been unable to successfully complete courserequirements.Regular attendance (i.e., meeting the attendancerequirements of the course); completion of all courseassignments.Use of all appropriate and available services such astutorial assistance or instructional support classes.Use of all appropriate and available academicaccommodations such as test accommodations.Agreement among the student, DSPS Counselorand the appropriate Disabilities Specialist that, dueto the severity of the disability, the student wouldnot be able to successfully complete the courserequirements, even with accommodations.• Evidence that the student is otherwise qualified suchas:The student’s success in completing other coursework requirements for the degree/certificate asindicated by a grade point average of 2.0 or greaterin degree applicable classes.Information about the course in question regardingwhether or not it is essential to the student’s Courseof Study, Major, Transfer Goals or EmploymentGoals.Information about alternatives to the course inquestion based on the learning/academic goals ofthat course.G. Meeting General Education DegreeRequirementsThe Evaluation Team’s decision will be made by majorityvote. If the Team recommends a course substitution, theTeam will request the department to provide a list ofpreviously identified appropriate course substitutions.If the department cannot identify an appropriate coursesubstitution or if the Team concludes that a substitutecourse is inappropriate due to the severity of the disability,as documented by the Verification of disability andEducational Limitations Form, then the College VicePresident of Instruction and the Associate Vice Chancellorfor Admissions and Records and Student Services shallbe included in the evaluation process to assist with theidentification of an appropriate course substitution. Toapprove recommendations for course substitutions, theEvaluation Team will forward its recommendation to theVice President of Instruction and then to the AssociateVice Chancellor for Admissions and Records and StudentServices. The District Office of Admissions and Recordswill verify, implement and notify the student.H. Meeting Major/Certificate RequirementsThe process for evaluating requests for major/certificaterequirements is the same as those stated above exceptthat the student may request a substitution or a waiverof a course as an alternative method of meeting major orcertificate requirements.I. Grievance ProcedureIf the student is dissatisfied with the decision of theEvaluation Team, she/he may follow the StudentGrievance Procedure. The finding of the grievancecommittee may be appealed directly to the District EqualOpportunity Officer. Students can obtain the assistance ofthe District Equal Opportunity Office at any point duringthis process.V. MiscellaneousStudent Right-to-Know Disclosure ofCompletion, Graduation and Transfer RatesIn compliance with the Student Right-to-Know andCampus Security Act of 1990, it is the policy of the PeraltaCommunity College District and College of Alameda tomake available its completion and transfer rates to allcurrent and prospective students. Beginning in Fall, 1995,all certificate, degree and transfer-seeking first-time, fulltimestudents were tracked over a three-year period; theircompletion and transfer rates are available upon request inthe Office of the Vice President of Student Services and inthe Office of Instruction. These rates do not represent thesuccess rates of the entire student population at Collegeof Alameda, nor do they account for student outcomesoccurring after this three-year tracking period.More information about Student Right-to-Know ratesand how they should be interpreted can be found at theCalifornia Community Colleges “Student Right-to-KnowInformation Clearinghouse website,” located at http://www.cccco.edu/divisions/tris/mis/srtk.htm.Privacy Rights of StudentsThe Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (Sec. 438,Public Law 93-380) requires educational institutionsto provide: access to official education records directlyrelated to the student; an opportunity for a hearing tochallenge such records on the grounds that they areinaccurate, misleading, or otherwise inappropriate; that

district policies and procedures221the College must obtain the written consent of studentsbefore releasing personally identifiable information aboutthem from records to other than a specified list of personsand agencies; and that these rights extend to present andformer students of the College.1. Education records generally include documentsand information related to admissions, enrollmentin classes, grades, financial aid, veterans’ status,disciplinary action, and related academicinformation. These records are available to Districtand College personnel who have legitimateeducational interests.2. The Associate Vice Chancellor for Admissions &Records & Student Services, located at the DistrictAdmissions & Records Office, has been designated“Records Officer,” as required by the Act.3. Education records will be made available tocurrently and formerly enrolled students withinfifteen (15) days following completion and filing ofa request form with the “Records Officer.” Duringthe informal review, the Records Office may makeadjustments or changes not constituting interferencewith integrity of professional entries.4. If the above informal proceeding does not satisfy thestudent, the student may submit a request in writingto the “Designated Official,” the Vice President ofStudent Services or designee, on forms provided inthe Student Services Office. The “Designated Official”will then assign the matter within ten (10) schooldays to a “Hearing Officer.” The “Hearing Officer”will set a date for the hearing, at the conclusion ofwhich he/she will render his/her decision (withinten days) in writing to the President of the Collegewho shall then sustain or deny the allegations. In theevent of a denied allegation, the student may, within30 days, appeal the decision in writing to the PeraltaCommunity College District Board of Trustees. TheBoard of Trustees shall meet with the student within30 days and its decision shall be final.5. Where the student accepts an unfavorable decisionconcerning his/her records, or where there is arecord of disciplinary action, the student shall havethe right to submit a written statement or responseto become a part of the record.6. The Act provides that the College may releasecertain types of “Directory Information,” unless thestudent submits in writing to the “Records Officer”that certain or all such information not be releasedwithout his/her consent. “Directory Information”at this College includes: (a) student’s name, (b) cityof residence (no street address), (c) participationin recognized activities and sports, (d) dates ofattendance, (e) degrees and awards received, (f)the most recent previous educational agency orinstitution attended, and (g) height and weight ofmembers of athletic teams which may be releasedonly by the appropriate athletic staff member or theDirector of Athletics.7. Copies of College of Alameda educational records,except transcripts, may be obtained by the studentat a cost of $1.00 per document.Campus Parking and Safety RegulationsThese regulations are strictly enforced. Violators will be citedand vehicles parked illegally may be towed at owner’s expense.College officials do not have authority to rescind or to arbitratecitation matters.Students must park their vehicles only in authorized lotson the west and north sides of the campus and must paya Parking Fee of $1.00 a day. Semester parking permits(Fall and Spring) can be purchased for $40 each ($20 eachfor motorcycles) at the College Cashier’ s Office, RoomA151. Summer Session parking permits cost $20 each($10 for a motorcycle). Parking fees and permit costs aresubject to change.Students must not park in unauthorized areas, includingred zones, yellow (loading) zones, green (30-minute)zones, blue (disabled) zones, or in areas designated foradministrative, staff or faculty parking.Disabled students whose vehicles display a validDMV placard and a valid parking permit may park indesignated disabled parking zones.Visitors to the campus may park in green (30-minute)zones for a maximum of 30 minutes. Visitors intending toremain longer than 30 minutes must park in a fee lot andpay $1.00. The campus speed limit is 10 MPH.Drug Free CampusPeralta Community College District Board of TrusteesPolicy 2.32 prohibits the unlawful manufacture, possession,use, sale, exchange or distribution of drugs and alcoholby students and employees on any property owned,rented, leased or used by the District, or at any functionor activity operated or sponsored by the District, by anyDistrict college or by any college-affiliated organization,regardless of location.Violation of this policy can result in District and/orcollege disciplinary action including, but not limited to,probation, reprimand, suspension or dismissal, as well asreferral for criminal prosecution under applicable federal,state and local laws.The District and college counselors will refer students andemployees suffering from drug or alcohol dependencyor abuse to appropriate counseling, treatment orrehabilitation programs.

222 district policies and proceduresTitle 5 RegulationsIt is the policy of the Peralta Community College District(unless specifically exempt by statute) that every course,wherever offered and maintained by the district, for whichthe average daily attendance is to be reported for state aid,shall be fully open to enrollment and participation by anyperson who has been admitted to the college(s) and whomeets such prerequisites as may be established pursuantto Chapter 11, Division 2, Part VI, Title 5 of the CaliforniaAdministrative Code, commencing with Section 51820.Weapons PolicyThe unauthorized use, possession or storage of weapons,fireworks or explosives is prohibited on any Peraltacollege premise (including vehicles) or at any Peraltacollege sponsored activity. Weapons may include, butare not limited to firearms, pellet guns, bows and arrows,martial arts equipment, switchblade knives, swords, largeknives, and clubs.Smoking PolicyIn order to provide a safe learning and workingenvironment for students and employees, smoking isprohibited in all indoor and outdoor campus locationswith the exception of designated areas as identified by thecolleges and approved by the Board of Trustees.Academic Integrity/Academic Honesty for StudentsThe Peralta Community College District and College ofAlameda have the responsibility to make every reasonableeffort to foster honest and academic conduct. Academicdishonesty defrauds all those who depend upon theintegrity of the colleges, its courses, and its degrees andcertificates. Academic dishonesty occurs when a studentattempts to show possession of a level of knowledge, skill,or accomplishment which he or she does not possess. Itis the student’s responsibility to know what constitutesacademic dishonesty. If a student is unclear about aspecific situation, he/she should speak to the instructorof record.Nothing in this policy shall be interpreted to discouragecollaborative learning or other cooperative methods oflearning.The following list includes, but is not limited to, some ofthe activities which exemplify academic dishonesty:1. Cheating:a. Copying, in part or in whole, from someone else’stest.b. Communicating answers to another studentduring an examination.c. Taking an examination for another student orhaving someone take an examination for oneself.d. Altering or interfering with grading.e. Using or consulting any sources or materialsnot authorized by the professor during anexamination, including calculators, dictionaries,or any electronic devices, including texting toobtain information.f. Misreporting or altering the data in laboratory orresearch projects.g. Committing other acts which defraud or misrepresentone’s own academic work.2. Plagiarism:a. Incorporating the ideas, words, sentences,paragraphs, or other parts of another person’swriting, without giving appropriate credit, andrepresenting the product as one’s own work.b. Representing another’s artistic/scholarly works(such as musical compositions, computerprograms, photographs, paintings, drawings, orsculptures) as one’s own.c. Submitting a paper purchased or downloadedfrom a research or term paper service.d. Using the content of thought in outside sources(books, periodicals, the Internet, or otherelectronic sources, or other written or spokensources) without giving proper credit (by namingthe person and putting any exact words used inquotation marks).e. Writing or creating a speech, essay, report, projector paper for another student.3. Other Specific Examples of Academic Dishonesty:a. Purposely allowing another student to copy fromone’s paper during a test.b. Giving one’s homework, term paper, or otheracademic work to another student to plagiarize.c. Having another person submit any work in one’sname.d. Lying to an instructor or college official to improveone’s grade.e. Altering graded work after it has been returned,then submitting the work for regrading withoutthe instructor’s permission.f. Removing tests or examinations from the classroomwithout the approval of the instructor.g. Stealing tests or examinations.h. Having one’s work corrected for spelling orgrammar, if contrary to the rules of the course.i. Forging signatures on drop/add slips or alteringother college documents.j. Facilitating any of the above on behalf of otherstudents.Faculty members are encouraged to review this policywith their students.4. Consequences of Academic Dishonesty:Please refer to Policy and Procedures for “StudentConduct, Discipline, and due Process Rights,” in thissection.

Faculty/Stafffaculty/staff223Abadia, ClaudiaMathematicsBA Biology, U.C. Santa CruzMS Applied Mathematics, C.S.U. HaywardAlbright, ScottDiesel MechanicsAA, Chabot CollegeAli, SamiElectronics TechnicianAnderson, SherryFinancial Aid SpecialistAA, College of AlamedaAndrews, Cynthia R.Children’s Center SpecialistBA, Children’s Center Site Supervisor Permit, CaliforniaCommission on Teacher CredentialingAndrews, William R.Auto Body & PaintVoc. Ed. Credential, UC BerkeleyArmstead, PaulaEOPS SpecialistBA, San Jose State UniversityArmstrong, ShirleyAdmissions & RecordsAA, College of AlamedaArndt-Greenspan, Mary K.Secretary, Business & TransportationAA, College of AlamedaAshford, EdCustodianBaker DeidreMathematicsBA, CSU SacramentoMA, UC BerkeleyBajrami, DianaEconomicsMA, MSW, CSU SacramentoBanks, Debra L.Research & Planning OfficerBA, MA, University of HartfordPhD, UCLAAEA Certificate: Effect Size and non-parametric statistics,Rasch measurementNIH Certificate: Evaluator, Research Design on GenericDrugsCEDA Certificate: Student Outcomes, Designing FacultyEvaluationsBarksdale, WillardDept. Network CoordinatorAA, College of AlamedaBA, American InterContinental UniversityBarnett, Janet V.Staff Assistant, Admin. ServicesBarnett, Patricia A.Library TechnicianBeltran, BarbaraSr. Clerical Assistant, Arts & LettersBenecke, GaryAviation Maintenance TechnologyAA, Diablo Valley CollegeAS, BS, Cogswell CollegeA&P CertificateBias, Brenda J.CounselorBA, Pasadena CollegeMS, Univ. of Southern CaliforniaBledsoe, JaniceSr. Clerical Assistant, Student ServicesAS, College of AlamedaBrem, Robert J.Political Science, Public Administration, Psychology/CounselingAA Scottsdale Community CollegeBS, MA, MC Arizona State UniversityNCC, National Board for Certified CounselorsCertificate, ASU Nonprofit Management InstituteBryant, MarceanAdmissions & Records SpecialistByrne, John M., Jr.Toolroom Keeper I, Auto Body & Paint

224 faculty/staffCamara, JoeCollege Network CoordinatorAA, College of AlamedaBS, University of PhoenixCampbell, CarlottaCommunicationBA, UC Santa BarbaraMA, (Education) San Francisco State UniversityMA, (Communications) San Francisco State UniversityCarillo, AdrianaToolroom Keeper I, Automotive technologyCarter, YvonneDental AssistingCDA, RDA, BA, St. Mary’s CollegeChan, Edythe J.English, ESLBA, MA, Mills CollegeTESOL Certificate, UC BerkeleyChung, Leonard C.Business, CISBS, University of San FranciscoMBA, San Francisco State UniversityCompton, KerryVice President, Student ServicesBA, Stanford UniversityMS, San Francisco State UniversityEdD, University of San FranciscoConner, Willis D.Aviation Maintenance TechnologyBS, Southeast Missouri State UniversityCook, Toni R.Director, EOPS/CARE DepartmentBA, MA, UCLACorrales, Hector R.CounselorBA, Pepperdine UniversityMS, University of Southern CaliforniaCounsell, CynthiaStaff Assistant, Student ServicesAA, College of AlamedaCustino, MicheleDSP&S Adapted Computer Learning TechAA, College of AlamedaDenoncourt, Patricia A.Program Specialist, Assessment & TutorialBA, UC BerkeleyDikes, CrystalChildren’s Center TeacherAA, Merritt CollegeChildren’s Center Master Teacher Permit, CaliforniaCommission on Teacher CredentialingDinh, KimSr. Clerical Assistant, Applied Arts & SciencesAS, Laney CollegeDudley, Patricia A.Health Services CoordinatorBS, D’Youville College, Buffalo, NYMS, State University of New York at BuffaloDC, Life Chiropractic College West, San Lorenzo, CAElaidy, MahaCounselorBA, MS, CSU HaywardEret, DylanHumanities, PhilosophyBA, MA, UC BerkeleyPhD, University of PennsylvaniaFellman, LeonardMathematicsBA, Princeton UniversityMA, UC BerkeleyFernandez, MiriamFinancial Aid Clerical Assistant IIAA, Laney CollegeFerrer, CarlosPhysical Education AttendantFerrero-Castaneda, ChristaESLBS, UC DavisMA, St. Mary’s CollegeFinlayson, Angelita M.Financial Aid Program SupervisorAA, Laney CollegeVoc. Ed. Credential, UC BerkeleyBA, Holy Names CollegeFoster, ShawnIT TechnicianAS, College of AlamedaGerstle, StevenLibrarianBA, Sonoma State UniversityMLIS, UC Berkeley

faculty/staff225Green, Debbie A.Counselor, DSPSBA, CSU NorthridgeMA, National UniversityGreenspan, Richard L.Automotive TechnologyBA, MA, Stanford UniversityGrill, Bob N.Computer Information SystemsBGS, Ohio UniversityGunter, George D.Aviation Maintenance TechnologyAA, Pasadena City CollegeGunter, KristopherToolroom Keeper I, Aviation Maintenance TechnologyHaggerty, Samuel, Jr.Physical EducationBS, MS, Utah State UniversityHenry, Saundra G.Workforce Development CoordinatorBA, Antioch UniversityMA, John F. Kennedy UniversityEmployment Specialist Certificate, USFHerring, GeorgePresidentBA Social Science and Physical Education, Jackson StateUniversityMA Public Policy, UC BerkeleyEdD Community College Administration and Leadership,UC BerkeleyHopkins, CamilleStudent Personnel Services SpecialistBA, UC BerkeleyHughes, Joy B.Women’s Locker Room AttendantAA, College of AlamedaHutchison, BenjaminCustodianHuynh, PhuongChildren’s Center TeacherChildren’s Center Teacher Permit, California Commissionon Teacher CredentialingJackson, Jannett N.Vice President of InstructionBA, MEd, CSU FresnoPhD, University of Texas, AustinJaramillo, EdwardAutomotive TechnologyAA, Chabot CollegeBGS, Indiana UniversityJianoran, Nimfa C.Sr. Clerical Assistant, InstructionBS, Angeles UniversityJones, Maurice A.Division Dean, Arts, Letter, Social Sciences and MathematicsBA, MA, UC BerkeleyJordan, MyronPhysical EducationAthletic DirectorBA, University of the PacificMA, CSU SacramentoKeeles, NailahAccount Clerk I, Business ServicesKircher, Ann B.BiologyBA, Washington University in Saint LouisMA, Duke UniversityLaniohan, AuroraSenior Clerical Assistant, DSPSAA Human Development College of AlamedaLastra, IrmaChildren’s Center SpecialistBA , CSU HaywardChildren’s Center Teacher Permit, California Commissionon Teacher CredentialingLau, Sheila D.Transfer Center Director/Articulation Officer/CounselorBA, CSU East BayMA, University of San FranciscoLauw, FongChildren’s Center CookCulinary Certificate, Laney CollegeLee, WandaCustodianLee-Pang, AvaSupervisor, Admin.& Business Support ServicesAA, Laney CollegeLengel, HelenaBiology Laboratory TechnicianBS, UC Berkeley

226 faculty/staffLeonard, MimiEnglish, ESLBA, MA, San Francisco State UniversityLewis-Franklin, Brenda J.Secretary, Applied Arts & SciencesBA, Patten CollegeMDiv, American Baptist Seminary of the WestLizardo, MarivicStaff Assistant, Office of the Vice Present of StudentServicesLlamas, OctavioCustodianLoretto, EddieHistoryBA, UC DavisMA, CSU HaywardMaffett, DeniseStaff Assistant, DSPSMajlesi, RezaBiologyPhD, Tehran University of Medical Sciences (Iran)Maney, Charlene M.Sr. Clerical Assistant, BATAA, College of AlamedaMarro, GregProgram Specialist, Transfer CenterAA, City College of San FranciscoBA, San Francisco State UniversityMaxwell, HeleneDSPS CoordinatorBS, Southern Connecticut State UniversityMA, San Francisco State UniversityMcKenna, JaneLibrarianBA, UC San DiegoMLIS, San Jose State UniversityMontague, Muriel D.BursarAA, College of AlamedaBA, St. Mary’s CollegeMontgomery, SelwynSenior StorekeeperMortensen, UshaIntake Specialist, One Stop Career CenterNathaniel, ShuntelSr. Clerical Assistant, Admin. ServicesNelson, PatriciaEnglishBA, MA, Holy Names UniversityNguyen, DannyDance, PEBA, California Institute of the ArtsMFA, Mills CollegeNguyen, ThoiChildren’s Center TeacherBS, VietnamChildren’s Center Teacher Permit, California Commissionon Teacher CredentialingNoorbakhsh, RahimMathematicsBS, MS, Calif. State Polytechnic UniversityNovinfar, MerhnazChildren’s Center TeacherAA, Merritt CollegeChildren’s Center Teacher Permit, California Commissionon Teacher CredentialingOlan, AngelLead CustodianOlds, PeterChemistryBA, Reed CollegeMA, Princeton UniversityOlive, RochelleBusinessAA, College of AlamedaBS, Golden Gate UniversityO’Neal, AnnaTutorial/Assessment Service Asst.BS, UC Santa CruzOrtega, EvaristoCustodianPearson, Glen L.MusicBachelor of Music, San Francisco State UniversityMA, New York UniversityPerkins, Gary E.Computer Information SystemsBS, Ohio UniversityMBA, Keller Graduate School of Management

faculty/staff227Pernell, KellyMathematicsBA, UC BerkeleyMA, San Francisco State UniversityPeterson, JohnAutomotive TechnologyAS, PCCDPeterson, SarahPsychologyBA, UCLAMA, John F. Kennedy UniversityStiry Fry Seminars, Diversity Facilitator InternPham, Lan HuongFinancial Aid & Placement AssistantAA, College of AlamedaPiazza, DerekApparel Design & MerchandisingBA, Wayne State UniversityPopal, M. SediqueEnglish as a Second LanguageBA, Kabul UniversityMA, San Francisco State UniversityEdD, University of San FranciscoPuschendorf, Gunther F.Ethnic Studies, German, History, SpanishBA, MA, UC BerkeleyRamos, RufinoAutomotive TechnologyAS, College of AlamedaMaster ASE CertificateRevell, GeorgeHead CustodianRex, LynnLearning Disability SpecialistBA, MS, CSU HaywardMA, PhD, California School of Professional PsychologyRice, LemarCustodianRobertson, Michael D.Diesel MechanicsBVE, MIA, San Francisco State UniversityRobinson, Shirley J.CounselorBA, MA, San Francisco State UniversityPhD, Univ. of Southern CaliforniaRosete, ArthurStaff Assistant, Admin. ServicesRoundtree, Orgetorix J.Apparel Design & MerchandisingAA, College of AlamedaBA, Ball State UniversityRowland, Jean K.WorkAbility Program CoordinatorBA, Indiana UniversityMA, San Francisco State UniversityMA, Chapman UniversityRubin, JayEnglishBA, CSU San DiegoMA, CSU NorthridgeSabir, WandaEnglish, ESLBA, TESOL Cert., Holy Names UniversityMA, University of San FranciscoSafir, AndreaEnglish, ESLBA, UC BerkeleyLicense, Matrise (MA), University of ParisSalahifar, MitraScience Lab Tech/ ChemistryBS, Alzahra UniversitySampathraj, BalaCollege Network CoordinatorAA, College of AlamedaSanchez, BeckyCounselor, DSPSBS, MS, San Francisco State UniversitySatchell, FrancesInstructional Assistant, Tutorial/Assessment ServiceSchermerhorn, ShirleenPublic Information OfficerBA, Stanford UniversityMA, McGill UniversitySchweikhardt, PeterGeographyBS, Georgetown UniversityMS, Rutgers UniversityPhD, UC Berkeley

228 faculty/staffScott, Bishop T.PsychologyAA, Sacramento City CollegeBA, San Francisco State UniversityMS, CSU HaywardShaughnessy, MaryEOPS CounselorBA, University of Massachusetts, AmherstMS, San Francisco State UniversityLarry SilvaWorkAbility Employment CoordinatorBA, CSU ChicoMA, Human Resources, CSU East BayMA, Public Administration, CSU East BaySimon, PeterDivision Dean, Business, Transportation and SciencesBA, University of IllinoisMA, San Francisco State UniversitySmith, Sherrone Y.HistoryBA, UC BerkeleyMS, San Francisco State UniversitySparks, DavidLibrarianBA, New College of CaliforniaMM, Univ. of Texas at AustinMLIS, San Jose State UniversitySteiner, JohnBiologyBA, CSU ChicoMS, CSU HaywardStrong, NathanBA, NY State UniversityMA, Rochester UniversityMA, PhD, UC BerkeleySwiencicki, MarkSociologyBA, PhD, University of ConnecticutTavassoli, LiliSr. Library TechnicianBSE, Central State UniversityMLS, CSU FullertonThomas, GrahamSite Manager, Alameda One Stop Career CenterBFA, BSW, Central Missouri State UniversityMSW, University of KansasThompson, TrulieCounselorBA, UC BerkeleyMS, San Francisco State UniversityTorres, Lynn A.Staff Assistant, Office of the Vice President of InstructionTsai, PatriciaPhysics/AstronomyBA, Cornell UniversityPhD, UC San DiegoUlrey, Stefanie A.ESL, English, French, and GermanBA, George Washington UniversityMA, Monterey Institute of International StudiesMA, University of San FranciscoUy, ManuelCIS, Math, PhysicsBS, MITMS, University of MinnesotaVillegas, AnthonyComputer Information SystemsBA, University of San FranciscoMBA, MSBA, CSU HaywardEdD, University of San FranciscoCERT, College of Financial PlanningCERT, Quality Management, UCBCERT, Telecomm. Engineering, UCBVirkkilä, Vivian E.Duplicating Services TechnicianAA, Vista CollegeBA, CSU HaywardWashington, TeodoraExecutive Assistant, President’s OfficeWest, FrancineEOPS CounselorBA, CSU East BayMA, Golden Gate UniversityMA, St. Mary’s CollegeWilliams, ArvidLibrary TechnicianAA, San Francisco City CollegeWilliams, ShaneStaff Assistant, President’s OfficeAA, Diablo Valley CollegeBS, Computer Science, CSU Hayward

faculty/staff229Williams, WendyEnglishBA, MFA, Mills CollegeWillis, ConnieBusiness & Administrative Services ManagerBS, CSU HaywardMA, USIU, San DiegoWu, Min Y.Academic Support Services Specialist, Office of the VicePresident of InstructionBA, UC BerkeleyYuan, Gu (Alice)CustodianDSPS = Programs & Services for Studentswith DisabilitiesEOPS = Extended Opportunity Program &ServicesSDS = Standard Designated Subjectscredential to teach in the fieldspecifiedT&I = Occupational Trade and TechnicalCredential to teach in the fieldspecifiedCC = Certificate of Completion

230indexIndexAAbility to Benefit............................................................... 33Academic:Freedom........................................................................ 200Good Standing............................................................. 193Grievance Procedure, Student................................... 208Integrity/Honesty........................................................ 222Probation...................................................................... 193Progress, Standards of Satisfactory............................ 34Recognition.................................................................. 191Renewal........................................................................ 191Academic Calendar............................................................ 7Academic Regulations, Policies and Standards..187-196Accommodations for Students with Disabilities. 22, 217Accreditation..................................................................... 15Adelante Learning Community..................................... 41Administration.................................................................... 4College of Alameda......................................................... 4Peralta Community College District............................ 4Administrative Directory...............................................3-9Admission:Application Procedures................................................ 19Eligibility for.................................................................. 19High School Students................................................... 19International Students.................................................. 19Admissions and Records................................................. 37Advanced Placement Policy.......................................... 191Advanced Placement Procedures................................. 192African-American Studies............................................... 65Air Facility, Map............................................................. 236Alameda One-Stop Career Center.................................. 37Amandla Learning Community..................................... 41Anthropology.................................................................... 66APASS Learning Community......................................... 41Apparel Design & Merchandising................................. 68Apprenticeship Programs............................................... 72Areas of Study for Degrees and Certificates..................61Art........................................................................................76Arts and Humanities.......................................................155Articulation Agreements.................................................. 48Asian/Asian-American Studies....................................... 79Assessment Center............................................................ 37Associate Degree Honors............................................... 191Associate Degree Requirements...................................... 45Associate Degree, General Education Requirements... 45Associated Students (ASCOA)........................................ 40Astronomy.......................................................................... 80Athletics, Intercollegiate................................................... 39Attendance Policy............................................................ 188Auditing of Classes......................................................... 188Auto Body & Paint............................................................. 81Automotive Technology................................................... 83Aviation Maintenance Technology.................................. 89Aviation Maintenance Training Facility Map.............. 236Aviation Operations.......................................................... 93BBaccalaureate Degree, UC Requirements....................... 50Berkeley Campus, University of California................... 51Berkeley City College, Programs..................................... 59Biology................................................................................. 94Board of Trustees................................................................. 4Bookstore/College Store.................................................... 41Business............................................................................... 97CCalifornia State Universities:General Education Requirements................................ 53Transfer Requirements.......................................... 52, 158California, University of................................................... 50CalWORKS......................................................................... 43Campus Building Guide................................................. 236Campus Center Use Fee.................................................... 20Campus Map.................................................................... 236Campus Parking and Safety Regulations..................... 221Capital Outlay Fee, Nonresident..................................... 20CARE (Cooperative AgenciesResources for Education).............................................. 38Career Center, Alameda One Stop.................................. 37

index231Career Technical Education.............................................. 15Catalog and Schedule of Classes..................................... 22Catalog Rights.................................................................... 45Certificate of Achievement, Requirements for.............. 47Certificate of Proficiency, Requirements for.................. 47Cheating............................................................................ 222Chemistry.......................................................................... 104Children’s Center............................................................... 37Chinese.............................................................................. 106Chinese Translation of:Matriculation.............................................................25-27Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Policy 199, 204Classes:Auditing........................................................................ 188Enrollment....................................................................... 22Open............................................................................... 188Start and End Times.................................................... 188College:Academic Calendars........................................................ 7Registration/Enrollment in Classes............................. 22College of Alameda:Accreditation.................................................................. 15Campus............................................................................ 15Campus Map................................................................ 236Faculty/Staff...........................................................223-229Institutional Learning Outcomes................................. 12Vision/Mission/Values/Goals....................................... 11Welcome to...................................................................... 11College Hour...................................................................... 29College Store....................................................................... 41Communication............................................................... 107Complaint Procedures, Harassment andDiscrimination.............................................................. 202Computer Information Systems.................................... 109Computer Use Policy........................................................ 29Concurrent Enrollment:High School .................................................................... 19Four-Year Colleges and Universities........................... 42Conduct, Student and Due Process............................... 212Consensual Relationships............................................... 201Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education........... 38Cooperative Work Experience Education.................... 116Corequisites, Definition of.............................................. 194Counseling:Courses.......................................................................... 117Registration and Enrollment in Classes...................... 22Services............................................................................ 37Courses:Description of..........................................................65-186Independent Study (49) .............................................. 194Information..................................................................... 63Numbering System........................................................ 63Prerequisites, Corequisites and RecommendedPreparation........................................................ 63, 194Repetition of.................................................................. 190Selected Topics in Subject (48/248) ........................... 194Credit by Examination.................................................... 194Cyber Cafe.......................................................................... 41DDance................................................................................. 119Day Care............................................................................. 37Degree, Associate Requirements..................................... 45Degrees and Programs.................................................44-59Dental Assisting............................................................... 121Department Abbreviations............................................... 64Description of Courses...............................................65-186Diesel Mechanics............................................................. 126Disabilities:Academic Accommodations for Students with....... 217Academic Accommodations Policy........................... 217General Education Degree Requirements........ 219, 220Grievance Procedures.......................................... 218, 220Implementing Procedures/Board Policy 5.24........... 218Major/Certificate Requirements......................... 219, 220Programs/Services for Students with.......................... 39Substitution/Waiver Request, Evaluation of............ 219Disciplinary Action.......................................................... 213Discrimination Complaint Procedures......................... 198Dismissal, Probation-Academic.................................... 193District Policies and Procedures.............................197-222Divisions, Instructional..................................................... 62Drug-Free Campus.......................................................... 221DSPS.................................................................................... 39

232 indexDue Process:Student Conduct and................................................... 212Student Grievance and................................................ 208Student Rights and....................................................... 212EEconomics......................................................................... 130Education.......................................................................... 130Eligibility for Admission.................................................. 19English............................................................................... 131English as a Second Language....................................... 136Enrollment and Registration:Counseling...................................................................... 22Fees................................................................................... 19High School Students.................................................... 19(Also see Admission)Examination, Credit by................................................... 194Expulsion.......................................................................... 215Extended Day and Weekend Classes.............................. 15Extended Opportunity:Programs & Services (EOPS)........................................ 38CARE (Cooperative Agencies Resources forEducation)................................................................... 38FFaculty and Staff, College of Alameda..................223-229Fees:AC Transit EasyPass...................................................... 20Campus Center Use....................................................... 20Enrollment Assistance...................................................21Enrollment, California Community College..............19Enrollment Refund Policy.............................................21Military Residence Exemption.....................................20Nonpayment and Other Obligations..........................21Nonresident Capital Outlay.........................................20Nonresident Fee Exemption (AB 540).........................20Nonresident Tuition.......................................................20Payment...........................................................................20Student Representation.................................................20Financial Aid.................................................................31-35Appeals Process..............................................................34Disqualification..............................................................34Extension.........................................................................34Probation.........................................................................34Reinstatement.................................................................34Returning Students........................................................34Satisfactory Academic Progress...................................34Student Loans.................................................................35Units, Minimum to be Completed Each Semester....34Foreign Languages..........................................................139Freedom of Speech..........................................................200French................................................................................140GGeneral Education Requirements:Associate Degree............................................................45California State University...........................................53Inter-segmental Transfer (IGETC)...............................55University of California.................................................50General Education/Breadth Requirements (UC)...........50Geography........................................................................141Geology.............................................................................142German..............................................................................143Grade Point Average, Computing.................................193Grades...............................................................................189Grading Policy..................................................................188Graduation........................................................................196Graduation and Transfer Rates,Student Right-to-Know.........................................17, 220Grievance and Due Process Policy, Student.................208Grievance Procedures.....................................................208HHarassment, Sexual.........................................................198Health Education.............................................................144Health Professions and Occupations............................144Health Services, Student...................................................38Hearing Procedure, Student Academic Grievance.....208High School Students, Concurrent Enrollment of .......19History...............................................................................145History of the Peralta District .........................................11Honor Roll........................................................................191Humanities.......................................................................149

index233IImpacted Programs...........................................................48In Progress (Grades)........................................................190Incomplete (Grades)........................................................190Independent Study (49) Courses...................................194Information, College of Alameda...............................18-30Instructional Divisions......................................................62Inter-Segmental General Education (IGETC):Certification..................................................................... 56Transfer Curriculum.............................................. 55, 157Intercollegiate Athletics.................................................... 39International Students....................................................... 19KKey to Symbols.................................................................. 63LLaney College, Programs.................................................. 58Learning Resources......................................................... 152Learning Resources Center.............................................. 39Liberal Arts AA................................................................ 155Liberal Arts and Sciences, General................................ 155Liberal Arts: Teacher Preparation.................................. 160Library Information Studies........................................... 161Library/Learning Resources Center................................ 39Loans, Student.................................................................... 35Lost and Found.................................................................. 41MMaps, Campus................................................................. 236Mathematics..................................................................... 162Matriculation...................................................................... 22Assessment for Students with Disabilities................. 23Exemption from.............................................................. 23Exemption of Assessment Component Only............. 23Student Success Program.............................................. 22Translations................................................................23-29Merritt College, Programs................................................ 59Mexican/Latin-American Studies.................................. 166Military:Experience, Credit for.................................................... 43Residence Exemption.................................................... 20Withdrawal................................................................... 190Music................................................................................. 168NNatural Sciences............................................................... 156Non-Discrimination Policy............................................. 198Non-payment of Fees and Other Obligations............... 21Nonresident:Capital Outlay Fee......................................................... 20Fee-Exemption................................................................ 20Tuition..............................................................................20Numbering of Courses......................................................63OOne-Stop Career Center....................................................37Open Classes....................................................................188PParking and Safety Regulations.....................................221Pass/No Pass (P/NP) Policy...................................... 63, 188Peralta Community College DistrictAdministration.................................................................4Board of Trustees..............................................................4Discrimination Complaint Procedures.....................198History.............................................................................11Programs Offered at Other Peralta Colleges..............58Sexual Harassment .....................................................198Phi Theta Kappa................................................................39Philosophy........................................................................171Physical Education..........................................................173Physical Science...............................................................176Physics...............................................................................177Plagiarism.........................................................................222Policies and Procedures, District............................197-222Political Science................................................................178Prerequisites, Definition of.............................................194President’s Message.............................................................5Privacy Rights of Students.............................................220Probation and Retention, Academic.............................193Program Accreditations and Certifications....................15Programs and Services for Studentswith Disabilities (DSPS)................................................39

234 indexPrograms Offered at Other Peralta Colleges.................58Progress, Standards of Satisfactory Academic..............34Psychology........................................................................180RRecommended Preparation, Definition of...................194Refund Policy:Enrollment Fee...............................................................21Nonresident Tuition/Capital Outlay...........................21Refund Procedures............................................................21Registration and Enrollment in Classes.........................22Regulations:Academic................................................................187-196College........................................................................18-30Parking and Safety.......................................................221Renewal, Academic.........................................................191Repetition of Courses......................................................190Report Delayed................................................................190Residence Requirements...................................................19Retention, Academic.......................................................193Rights and Due Process, Student..................................212Rules for Student Conduct.............................................212SSafety Aides........................................................................40Safety Services....................................................................40SCANS Skills and Competencies....................................63Scholastic Standards........................................................188Selected Topics in Subject (48/248) Courses.................194Services, Student...........................................................36-43Sexual Assault Policy and Procedures..........................207Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Policy........... 198Short-Term Classes............................................................ 21Smoking Policy................................................................. 222Social and Behavioral Sciences...................................... 156Sociology........................................................................... 182Spanish.............................................................................. 184Spanish Translation of:Financial Aid................................................................... 32Matriculation.............................................................23-25Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Policy 198, 205Staff and Faculty, College of Alameda...................223-229Store, College...................................................................... 41Student Ambassador Program........................................ 41Student Computer Use Policy:Consequences of Policy Violations.............................. 30Internet Policy................................................................. 29Policy Violations............................................................. 29Procedures for Policy Violations.................................. 30Student Financial Aid...................................................31-35Student Loans..................................................................... 35Student:Academic Grievance Hearing Procedure................. 208Activities.......................................................................... 40Center............................................................................... 41Conduct, Discipline, and Due Process Rights......... 212Grievance and Due Process Policy............................ 208Health Services............................................................... 38Responsibility for Meeting Requirements.................. 16Right-to-Know Graduation and Transfer Rates 17, 220Rights and Due Process............................................... 212Study Load.................................................................... 188Success Program............................................................. 15Services.......................................................................36-43Student Success Learning Communities........................ 41Students:Associated (ASCOA)..................................................... 40High School..................................................................... 19Honor Roll..................................................................... 191International, Admission of.......................................... 19Privacy Rights of.......................................................... 220Rights and Due Process............................................... 212Study Load, Student........................................................ 188Services for Students....................................................36-43TTable of Contents................................................................. 2Tagalog Translation of:Financial Aid................................................................... 32Teacher Preparation......................................................... 160Telephone Numbers............................................................ 6Title 5 Regulations........................................................... 222Tools and Other Material Costs....................................... 22

index235Transcripts and Records................................................. 196Transfer..........................................................................48-57California State University........................................... 52Center............................................................................... 41Inter-Segmental General Education............................ 55Other Colleges and Universities.................................. 49University of California, All Campuses...................... 50Trustees, Board of................................................................ 4Tuition:Nonresident.................................................................... 20Military Residence Exemption..................................... 20Refund Policy.................................................................. 21Tutorial Services................................................................. 42WWeapons Policy................................................................ 222Welcome, President’s........................................................... 5Welcome Center................................................................. 43Who We Are, What We Do, What We Promise............. 11Withdrawal....................................................................... 190Work Experience, Cooperative...................................... 116Workforce Development................................................... 43UUnit Value, Definition of................................................. 193Universities,California State General Education Requirements... 53University of California, All Campuses:General Education/Breadth Requirements................. 50General Requirements................................................... 50High School Proficiency Examination........................ 50Transfer Admissions Requirements............................ 50University of California, Berkeley Campus................... 51VVariable Unit Classes......................................................... 21Veteran Students, Standards of Progress forVeteran Students Receiving Benefits........................... 43Veterans and Veterans’ Dependents............................... 42Vice Presidents’ Welcome................................................. 13Vietnamese........................................................................ 186Vietnamese Translation of:Financial Aid................................................................... 32Matriculation.............................................................27-29Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Policy 199, 206Vocational/Technical Programs at the PeraltaColleges........................................................................... 58

236 MapsCampus MapBuilding GuideA 1st Level Administration, Business Office,Cashier, Office of Instruction,President’s Office, Student Services,Welcome Center2nd Level Business, Dental AssistingB 1st Level Auto Body, Automotive TechnologyC 1st Level Biological Sciences2nd Level Liberal Arts, Social Science,Division 2 OfficeD 1st Level Chemistry, CIS, Physics, Programs &Services for Students withDisabilities2nd Level Language, Liberal Arts, EOPS,Division I Office3rd Level Apparel Design & Merchandising,ArtE 1st Level Diesel MechanicsF 1st Level ASCOA, Bookstore, Health Services,Police Services, Student Activities,Student Lounge2nd Level Cafeteria, CalWORKS, CybercafeCOUGARVILLAGEG 1st Level Gym, Men’s Locker Room, Music2nd Level Women’s Locker Room, AthleticDirector, CoachesL 1st Level Library2nd Level Assessment , Audio-Visual,Learning Resources Center, OpenComputer Lab, TutoringPSOne-Stop Career CenterAlameda Science and Technology InstituteCougar VillageNote: During construction, some services and classes havebeen relocated to the “Cougar Village” (CV) portables,behind Building F. Call for new locations of these.To 860 Atlantic Avenue —>860 Atlantic Ave. Science labs and classrooms willmove into this building, located threeblocks from the main campus, in2010.College of Alameda Aviation Maintenance Training Facility970 Harbor Bay Parkway, North Field T-HangarThe College of AlamedaAviation Maintenance Facilityis located at the North Field ofOakland Airport,.3 mile from the intersection ofHarbor Bay Parkway andDoolittle Drive.

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