2011 General CataloG & announCement of Courses - Ventura College

STUDY SKILLS
SS V01 - STUDY SKILLS: APPLICATIONS TO COLLEGE-LEVEL
COURSEWORK - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: SS V02 or placement as measured by
the college assessment process
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an advanced study skills course designed for
students who are currently taking academic or vocational classes
(such as students in the nursing program) and would like to
refine their study skills and apply them to their coursework. It
includes advanced note-taking applications, library research, time
management, taking in-class essay exams, practice in taking timed
standardized tests, and designing reading study guides.
Formerly SS 1. Offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Transfer
credit: CSU; credit limitations - see counselor.
SS V02 - STUDY SKILLS: PREPARATION FOR ACADEMIC AND
VOCATIONAL COURSES - 3 Units
Recommended preparation: ENGL V08A or ENGL V08B or ESL V34A
or ESL V34B or placement as measured by the college assessment
process
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is designed for students who are currently taking,
or are preparing to take, academic or vocational classes. It covers
note-taking and listening skills, introduction to outlining, reading
and study techniques, library skills, time management and priority
determination, memory and test-taking strategies, and campus and
community resources. Students will learn through lectures, group
discussions, campus tours, videos and assignments.
Formerly SS 2. Not applicable for degree credit.
SS V03 - EXPERT LEARNER I - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This course is a bridge for students who are attending college
for the first time or returning after an absence from an educational
setting. It covers learning styles, cultural and linguistic challenges
and strategies, using technology to enhance learning, utilizing
campus resources, developing effective student/instructor
relationships and time management. Students will learn through
lectures, collaborative group work, group discussions, campus tours,
videos and assignments.
Offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Not applicable for degree
credit.
SS V04 - EXPERT LEARNER II - 2 Units
Hours: 2 lecture weekly
This is a study skills course for students who are attending college
for the first time or returning to college after an absence from an
educational setting. It is intended for students who need preparation
for academic and/or vocational courses. It includes topics such as
reading, test-taking strategies, note-taking and memory skills.
Offered on a pass/no pass basis only. Not applicable for degree
credit.
SS V88 - STUDY SKILLS 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 SS V89.
SUPERVISION
See also: Business
Associate in Science Degree
Certificate of Achievement
SUPERVISION
Transfer requirements may differ
See counselor or consult assist.org
REQUIRED COURSES: Units
SUP V90 Elements of Supervision 3
SUP V93/BUS V32 Human Resource Management 3
SUP V94/BUS V31 Organization and Management
REQUIRED ADDITIONAL COURSES:
Select nine (9) units from the following courses:
3
BUS V34 Exercise in Management Decision
Making 3
BUS V45 Business Communications 3
SUP V81/BUS V44 Business English 3
SUP V96/BUS V40 Organizational Behavior
Recommended course: BUS V06.
3
18
For other course descriptions, see Business
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
SUP V81 - BUSINESS ENGLISH - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course offers the practical application of college-level
business English skills, which include reading, writing, speaking
and listening, with comprehensive coverage of language structure,
punctuation, spelling usage, word usage, proofreading, and editing.
Formerly Sup 81. Same as BUS V44. Transfer credit: CSU; credit
limitations - see counselor.
SUP V88 - SUPERVISION 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 SUP
V89.
SUP V90 - INTRODUCTION TO SUPERVISION - 3 Units
Hours: 3 lecture weekly
This course is an introduction to supervision, designed for public
and private sector managers. Topics will include the major functions
of supervision in the areas of diversity awareness, decision making
communication, motivation, change and innovation, planning and
organizing, group and team work, leadership, evaluation, and
supervisory control. Emphasis will be on the skills needed to make
the transition from worker to supervisor.
Field trips may be required. Formerly Sup 90. Transfer credit: CSU.
214 Credit Courses, Degrees, Certificates, and Awards Ventura College Catalog 2010 - 2011