2011 General CataloG & announCement of Courses - Ventura College

HEC V22 - MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
The family and its interpersonal relationships, mate selection,
adjustments within the family, family life cycle, parenthood, marriage
enrichment, and contemporary family issues. Core components:
research and theories related to marriage and the family; sociological
and psychological concepts and terminology; historical development
of family; marriage and family in meeting human needs; roles
and expectations in couple relationships; concepts of love and
infatuation; dating, courtship, engagement; gender role expectations;
establishing and maintaining intimacy; cohabitation; selection of
marriage partner; sexuality in couple relationship; reproduction,
birth control and family planning; birthing and parenting; alternative
family structures; communication skills; marriage enrichment and
rebuilding relationships; current family issues; dysfunctional families;
family violence; stress and conflict management; and, terminating
relationships.
Formerly HE 22. Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V23 - CHILD GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course examines the major developmental milestones
of children, both typical and atypical, from conception through
adolescence. Physical, psychosocial and cognitive development are
studied with an emphasis on the interactions between maturational
processes and environmental factors including language, culture,
and diversity. Students will observe children, evaluate individual
differences, and analyze characteristics of development at various
stages while studying developmental theory and investigative
research methodologies.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HE 23. Same as CD V02.
Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see counselor.
HEC V24 - HUMAN DEVELOPMENT - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course integrates the physical, social, psychological,
emotional and cognitive aspects of human development throughout
the lifespan. Developmental tasks facing individuals at various points
in the lifespan are examined. The course will also explore the ways
social interaction and cultural institutions shape the development
of the individual including relationships and adjustments during the
normal stages of family living.
Formerly HE 24. Transfer credit: CSU; UC; credit limitations - see
counselor.
HEC V30 - SPACE PLANNING: INTERIORS - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: HEC V05A
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course is an intensive study in the art of placement,
the beginning of the design process. Coursework will include
circulation studies, bubble diagrams, focal point identification, axes
identification, zoning adjacencies, scale and proportion, and the
“magic” of “power placement” of furniture and objects.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HEC V60C. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HEC V31 - LIGHTING DESIGN - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: HEC V05A
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course covers the fundamentals of lighting design for
residential interiors. Students will explore the application of lighting
design, including: ambient, accent, and task lighting. The appropriate
usage of lighting fixtures and controls, decorative lighting, energy
efficient light sources and building code requirements will be
examined.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HEC V60D. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HEC V32 - KITCHEN AND BATH DESIGN - 1.5 Units
Recommended preparation: HEC V05A
Hours: 1.5 lecture weekly
This course introduces the professional process of kitchen and
bath design. Areas of study and practice include; the kitchen work
triangle theory, surface materials and application, storage systems,
task lighting, appliance options, cabinetry design and installation,
and innovations in kitchen and bath design and technology.
Field trips may be required. Formerly HEC V60E. Transfer credit:
CSU.
HEC V88 - HOME ECONOMICS WORKSHOPS - .5-10 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
Designed to meet specific needs of the college and community as
required and/or requested by persons whose needs in this area are
not met by present course offerings.
Fees may be required. Courses with same title may not be
repeated; may be taken for a maximum of 4 times. Formerly HEC
V89.
HEC V90 - DIRECTED STUDIES IN HOME
ECONOMICS - 1-6 Units
Prerequisite: varies with topic
Hours: lecture and/or laboratory as required by unit formula
This course offers specialized study opportunities for students
who wish to pursue projects not included in the regular curriculum.
Students are accepted only by a written project proposal approved by
the discipline prior to enrollment.
Field trips may be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 6 units. Formerly HE 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
HEC V95 - HOME ECONOMICS INTERNSHIP I - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 60 per unit
This course offers students who are volunteers (unpaid) an
opportunity to obtain work experience in their field of study. Students
are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated faculty
member in the discipline and the acceptance of an approved work
proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work
experience/internship courses. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
HEC V96 - HOME ECONOMICS INTERNSHIP II - 1-4 Units
Corequisite: enrolled in a minimum of 7 units to include internship
Recommended preparation: completion of or concurrent enrollment
in one course in the discipline
Hours: 75 per unit
This course offers students who are employed in the field an
opportunity to expand their work experience related to their field
of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a
designated faculty member in the discipline and acceptance of an
approved work proposal.
Field trips will be required. May be taken for a maximum of 4
times not to exceed 16 units total in combination with any other work
experience/internship courses. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only.
Transfer credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
158 Credit Courses, Degrees, Certificates, and Awards Ventura College Catalog 2010 - 2011