2011 General CataloG & announCement of Courses - Ventura College

COGNITIVELY DIVERSE LEARNERS
CDL V01 - PERSONAL AND SOCIAL SKILLS FOR COGNITIVELY
DIVERSE LEARNERS - 1.5-3 Units
Hours: 3-6 lecture-laboratory weekly
This course provides training in personal and social skills for
students who have developmental disabilities and/or significant
cognitive deficits. Through role-playing and class discussion,
students will develop the skills necessary for responsible
independence and enhanced quality of life. Topics will include
developing healthy relationships, values and decision making,
sexuality, health, and personal protection and safety.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Not applicable for
degree credit.
CDL V03 - CONSUMER FINANCE FOR COGNITIVELY DIVERSE
LEARNERS - 1.5-3 Units
Hours: 1.5-3 lecture weekly
This basic consumer finance course is designed for the student
with significant cognitive deficits who is preparing for independent
living and vocational training. Topics will include: concepts of
consumer finance; currency; shopping and responsible spending;
banking; insurance; taxes; budget and expenses; and, consumer
loans. Emphasis will be placed on the application of financial
concepts in real-world situations.
Field trips may be required. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only.
Not applicable for degree credit.
CDL V88 - COGNITIVELY DIVERSE LEARNERS
WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated: may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Offered on a
pass/no pass basis only. Not applicable for degree credit.
COMMUNICATION STUDIES
COMM V01 - INTRODUCTION TO 2SPEECH
COMMUNICATION - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will provide training and practice in effective oral
communication through participation in public speaking, group
discussion, and oral reading. The course will emphasize research,
organization, language usage, efficient listening, and constructive
evaluation.
Field trips may be required. Formerly SPCH V01. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
COMM V03 - GROUP COMMUNICATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The course provides training and practice in the theory and
principles of effective group discussion techniques. Emphasis will be
on the examination of group behavioral theory and the testing of that
theory with practical applications.
Field trips will be required. Formerly SPCH V03. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
COMM V04 - VOICE AND DICTION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed to provide the student with a basic
knowledge of voice production and the specific sounds of general
American speech. Work will be done to improve breathing,
projection, volume, tone, resonance, rate, and expressiveness.
Each sound of general American speech will be covered through the
Phonetic Alphabet so that students can perfect their pronunciations
of American English for use in general conversation and in
expressive reading. This course is recommended for those majoring
in speech-communication, speech pathology, theatre arts, linguistics,
and early childhood education, as well as ESL students.
Field trips may be required. Formerly SPCH V04. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
COMM V05 - ORAL INTERPRETATION AND COMMUNICATION
OF LITERATURE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course introduces the principles and techniques of oral
interpretation, analysis, and communication of literature. Students
will apply the use of voice and body to convey meanings and
nuances in literary works in all genres.
Field trips may be required. Formerly SPCH V05. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
COMM V10 - CRITICAL THINKING IN ORAL COMMUNICATION:
ARGUMENTATION AND DEBATE - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course will examine and practice critical thinking - both
inductive and deductive - necessary for structuring arguments,
stating and supporting opinions, and clarifying ideas. The course
will provide training in listening for analysis of the reasoning of
other speakers and in identifying their evidence. Curricular and
co-curricular debate will be the testing ground for the validity of
reasoning.
Field trips may be required. Formerly SPCH V10. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
COMM V13 - FORENSICS - 2 Units
Prerequisite: COMM V01
Recommended preparation: ENGL V01A
Hours: 1 lecture, 3 laboratory weekly
This course provides training, rehearsal, performance and
practicum necessary to a competitive speech team. It provides
training in argumentation and debate, informative and persuasive
speaking, oral interpretation of literature, along with impromptu and
extemporaneous speaking. The course provides one-on-one training
between student and instructor. Students are expected to participate
in either interscholastic competition and/or speakers bureaus for
various requesting community groups.
Field trips will be required. Formerly SPCH V13. Transfer credit:
CSU.
COMM V15 - INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course examines interpersonal communication theories
and processes including verbal and nonverbal channels, the role
of self-concept in communication, assertiveness, listening styles,
and conflict management. It provides skills practice in handling
personal and professional communication situations. Individual
and small group activities will be used to demonstrate principles of
interpersonal communication.
Field trips may be required. Formerly SPCH V15. Transfer credit:
CSU; UC.
114 Credit Courses, Degrees, Certificates, and Awards Ventura College Catalog 2010 - 2011