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READING (READ) (Course listing updated June 2007)

030 College Preparation Reading I (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Reading COMPASS 44-60 or ESL COMPASS 150-209 or ESL 029 with min. 2.0.
Emphasis on reading for comprehension. Topics of study will include literal, inferential, and critical level comprehension and vocabulary.

030L College Preparation Reading Lab I (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Reading COMPASS 44-60 or ESL COMPASS 150-209 or ESL 029 with min. 2.0.
Emphasis on reading for comprehension. Topics of study will include literal, inferential, and critical level comprehension and vocabulary.

038 College Preparation Reading I Lab (F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: READ 030 with less than 2.0 or instructor permission.
Emphasis on reading for comprehension. Topics of study will include literal, inferential, and critical level comprehension and vocabulary.

057 Reading Lab (Su, F, W, Sp) 1-5
Prereq: Min. reading COMPASS 44 or ESL COMPASS 140.
Individual and small-group instruction in reading and study skills. Topics of study will include vocabulary, comprehension, study skills, speed reading, and sustained reading. Students are tested and interviewed to determine their individual courses of study. Twenty hours of lab time is required for each credit of enrollment.

060 College Preparation Reading II (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Reading COMPASS 61-70 or ESL COMPASS 210-259 or READ 030 with min. 2.0.
Emphasis on reading for comprehension. Topics of study will include literal, inferential, and critical level comprehension as well as vocabulary.

060L College Preparation Reading Lab II (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Reading COMPASS 44-60 or ESL COMPASS 150-209 or ESL 029 with min. 2.0.
Emphasis on reading for comprehension. Topics of study will include literal, inferential, and critical level comprehension as well as vocabulary.

068 College Preparation Reading II Lab (F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: READ 060 with less than 2.0 or instructor permission.
Emphasis on reading for comprehension. Topics of study will include literal, inferential, and critical level comprehension as well as vocabulary.

091 College Preparation Reading III (F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Reading COMPASS 71-79 or READ 060 with min. 2.0.
Emphasis is on developing academic reading skills across the disciplines. Students will work with text materials similar to those they encounter in college-level courses. Topics of study will include SQ3R (a reading and study system), outlining, text marking, mapping, and summarizing.

091L College Preparation Reading Lab III (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Reading COMPASS 61-70 or ESL COMPASS 210-259 or READ 030 with
min 2.0.
Emphasis is on developing academic reading skills across the disciplines. Students will work with test materials similar to those they encounter in college-level courses. Topics of study will include SQ3R (a reading and study system), outlining, text marking, mapping, and summarizing.

094 Textbook Reading and Test Preparation (F, W, Sp) 2
Emphasis is on the study skills essential for success in college coursework. Topics of textbook reading and test preparation.

096 Learning Styles and Vocabulary (F, W, Sp) 2
Emphasis is on the study skills essential for success in college coursework. Topics include learning styles and vocabulary techniques.

097 Time Management and Note-Taking (F, W, Sp) 2
Emphasis is on the study skills essential for success in college coursework. Topics of study include time management and note-taking.

098 College Preparation Reading III Lab (F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: READ 091 with less than 2.0 or instructor permission.
Emphasis is on developing academic reading skills across the disciplines. Students will work with text materials similar to those they encounter in college-level courses. Topics of study will include preview, reading, and study techniques, including, but not limited to, outlining, text marking, mapping, and summarizing.

099 Reading Laboratory (Su) 1-3
Prereq: Min. reading COMPASS 44 or ESL COMPASS 140.
Individual and small-group instruction in reading and study skills. Topics of study include vocabulary, comprehension, study skills, speed reading, and sustained reading. Students are tested and interviewed to determine their individual courses of study. Twenty-two hours of lab time is required for each credit of enrollment.

100 Reading and Study Skills (F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Reading COMPASS 80-100 or READ 091.
Emphasis on reading and study skills essential for success in college coursework. Emphasis is on the study skills essential for success in the content-area course. Topics of study include lecture note-taking, textbook reading, text highlighting and marginal annotation, rehearsal strategies, and test taking.

101 Study Skills* (F, W, Sp) 1-3
*Content varies by quarter. Content indicated in the title as it appears in the quarterly class schedule.
Students must be enrolled in the content-area course named in the title. Emphasis is on the study skills essential for success in the content-area course. Topics of study include lecture note-taking, textbook reading, text highlighting and marginal annotation, rehearsal strategies, and test taking.

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RESPIRATORY CARE (R C) (Course listing updated June 2007)

101 Introduction to Respiratory Care (F) 5
Prereq: Admission to Respiratory Care program.
Overview of the preparation and role of the respiratory care practitioner as a health care professional. Topics include professionalism, health/illness continuum, therapeutic communication, functional respiratory anatomy, and basics of assessment.

102 Therapeutic Modalities (F) 5
Prereq: R C 101.
Overview of the indications, contraindications, purposes, hazards, and evaluation of respiratory care modalities. Topics include hyperinflation techniques, bronchial hygiene, therapeutic aerosols, and basic life support.

103 Respiratory Care Science (W) 4
Prereq: R C 102.
This course presents advanced principles of respiratory function and of physiological factors that affect respiration. Topics include acid-base balance, gas transport, arterial blood gases, and neural control of breathing.

104 Cardiorespiratory Pharmacology (Sp) 5
Prereq: R C 103.
Basic principles of drug therapy will be presented. The pharmacokinetics of drug interactions, precautions, and uses for all major categories of medications will be discussed.

105 Introduction to Critical Care (Su, Sp) 3
Prereq: R C 103.
Course presents basic principles of adult critical respiratory care. The course introduces the student to the function, operation, and application of mechanical ventilators.

111 Practicum I (F) 3
Prereq: Admission to Respiratory Care program.
This course introduces the beginning respiratory care student to basic procedures and skills in this field. Principles and practices of patient assessment, hospital safety, pressurized gases, and pulmonary function
testing are covered.

112 Practicum II (F) 5
The second of seven sequential laboratory courses, R C 112 is designed to teach respiratory care clinical skills. Basic therapeutic interventions are introduced, focusing primarily upon treatment options for noncritically ill hospitalized patients. Precritical care skills are also introduced.

113 Practicum III (Sp) 5
Prereq: R C 112.
The third of seven sequential laboratory courses, R C 113 is designed to provide the student with opportunities to utilize respiratory care clinical
skills learned in previous quarters. Under supervision, students provide basic respiratory care to patients in an acute care (off-campus) facility.

114 Practicum IV (Su) 4
Prereq: R C 113.
Introduces basic ventilator management and critical respiratory care; skills learned in the lab are later applied in the hospital under supervised conditions.

130 AIDS Education for the Practitioner (Sp) 1
Prereq: Matriculated status in Respiratory Care program.
Details the major aspects of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Focuses upon the cause and spread of this disease and its clinical, psychosocial, legal, and ethical manifestations. Designed to meet the state mandated requirement for AIDS instruction for respiratory care practitioners.

140 Cooperative Education (Su, F, W, Sp) 1-5
Prereq: Permission.
This course requires work experience to be coordinated with the instructor. Cooperative education provides an opportunity for students to combine classroom theory with practical experience gained in the workplace. In addition to the work experience, which is related to career goals and major, students participate in a weekly seminar on campus.

201 Pathophysiology I (F) 3
Prereq: Admission to Respiratory Care program.
The first of three courses focusing on diseases affecting the cardiorespiratory system, R C 201 covers basic principles of pathology; fluid and electrolyte balance; obstructive respiratory disorders; occupational lung diseases; and cancer.

202 Pathophysiology II (W) 3
Prereq: R C 201.
The second in three courses focusing on diseases affecting the cardiorespiratory system, R C 202 explores common cardiovascular disorders,
as well as acute conditions affecting the respiratory system. Emphasis is placed upon the diagnosis, symptomatology, treatment, and prevention of various disorders.

203 Pathophysiology III (Sp) 3
Prereq: R C 202.
The third of three courses focusing on infection transmission, infection control, principles of asepsis and universal precautions, public health issues, characteristics of selected pathogens, and communicable lung diseases.

207 Respiratory Care Seminar (Sp) 3
Prereq: R C 202 or advanced standing or respiratory care practitioners. Analysis of and performance on NBRC-style exams. Entry-level exams and individualized study plans will be developed, with emphasis on preparation
for mandatory state credential exams and a minor emphasis on preparing for advanced-level exams.

211 Patient Assessment (F) 1
Prereq: R C 104 or 105 or advanced standing.
Assessment and diagnostic skills for the respiratory care practitioner; use of relevant patient data for the purpose of better understanding diagnosis and medical intervention.

212 Grand Rounds (W) 1
Prereq: R C 211.
In-depth examinations of patient case studies as represented in a medical rounds format with opportunity to apply principles of assessment, diagnosis, and medical intervention.

213 Advances in Pulmonary Medicine (Sp) 1
Prereq: R C 202.
Presentation and discussion of latest research findings concerning diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cardiopulmonary diseases.

214 Community-Based Respiratory Care (Sp) 2
Course is designed to introduce students and acute care-oriented respiratory therapists to the expanding realm of home care, skilled nursing facilities, and subacute rehabilitation units. Requisite knowledge and skills for practicing respiratory care in these areas will be presented, as will the differences between acute respiratory care and community-based environments.

224 Adult Critical Care (F) 3
Prereq: R C 105 or advanced standing.
Clinical management of the adult patient requiring intensive respiratory care. Approaches to ventilation maintenance, weaning, and monitoring will be presented and discussed.

228 Pediatric Respiratory Care (W) 3
Prereq: R C 201 or 224 or advanced standing.
Presentation of respiratory care techniques as applied to the pediatric and neonatal patients. Includes comparisons between the adult, child, and infant regarding anatomy/physiology, pathologies, oxygen administration, long-term and rehabilitative care, and acute care principles.

231 Practicum V (F) 6
Prereq: R C 114 or advanced standing.
Laboratory/clinical application of principles of adult respiratory care. Experiences include hospital rotations in critical care settings and/or pulmonary rehabilitation programs.

232 Practicum VI (W) 6
Prereq: R C 231.
Laboratory learning of pediatric or advanced-level adult respiratory care skills. Experiences include application of skills and principles in hospital setting.

233 Practicum VII (Sp) 6
Prereq: R C 232.
Laboratory learning of pediatric and advanced adult critical respiratory care skills. Provides the opportunity for application of these skills in a hospital setting.

291 Independent Study (F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Permission.
Provides the student with an opportunity to pursue projects of special interest, which are not covered by other Respiratory Care courses.

292 Independent Study (F, W, Sp) 2
Prereq: Permission.
Provides the student with an opportunity to pursue projects of special interest, which are not covered by other Respiratory Care courses.

293 Independent Study (F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: Permission.
Provides the student with an opportunity to pursue projects of special interest, which are not covered by other Respiratory Care courses.

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SOCIOLOGY (SOC) (Course listing updated June 2007)

110 Introduction to Sociology (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
The scientific method is applied to the study of human group life: cultures, socialization, institutions, collective behavior, interaction, change, social inequality, and environment. Presented through lectures, class discussions, and small-group interaction.

115 Crime and Society (F, W, Sp) 5
Sociological analysis of crime and criminal law, social structure, and the
effects of crime, criminal behavior, and control and prevention of crime. Presented through lectures, class discussions, and small-group interaction.

120 Social Problems (F, W) 5
Analysis of the interpretation and reaction to social problems such an inequality, health care, crime and deviance, aging, family disorganization,
etc. Presented through lectures, class discussions, and small-group interaction.

130 American Diversity (F, W, Sp) 5
Critical exploration of the personal and social dimensions of diversity in American society, including race, class, gender, and sexual orientation. Presented through lectures, class discussions, interactive exercises, and
guest speakers.

200 Sociology of the Family (Var) 5
Analysis of the historical and modern realities of families, including patterns
in the family life cycle, diversity, changes in family structure, divorce, and socialization of children. Presented through lecture, class discussion, and small-group interaction.

210 Sociological Thought (Var) 5
Prereq: SOC 110.
Advanced study of sociological theory and methodology, including development of student research projects. This course will be taught in seminar format, with active student participation and leadership.

291 Independent Study (Su, F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Permission.
An individual study project developed by student and instructor in an area approved by the instructor.

292 Independent Study (Su, F, W, Sp) 2
Prereq: Permission.
An individual study project developed by student and instructor in an area approved by the instructor.

293 Independent Study (Su, F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: Permission.
An individual study project developed by student and instructor in an area approved by the instructor.

294 Independent Study (Su, F, W, Sp) 4
Prereq: Permission.
An individual study project developed by student and instructor in an area approved by the instructor.

295 Independent Study (Su, F, W, Sp) 1-5
Prereq: Permission.
An individual study project developed by student and instructor in an area approved by the instructor.

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SPANISH (SPAN) (Course listing updated June 2007)

101 Elementary Spanish (Su, F, W) 5
Prereq: Min. writing COMPASS 65 and min. reading COMPASS 80.
SPAN 101 is a comprehensive beginning Spanish course, which includes instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The class will be conducted almost exclusively in Spanish.

102 Elementary Spanish (Su, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: SPAN 101 with min. 1.5 or permission.
SPAN 102 is a comprehensive beginning Spanish course, which includes instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The class will be conducted almost exclusively in Spanish.

103 Elementary Spanish (Su, Sp) 5
Prereq: SPAN 102 with min. 1.5 or permission.
SPAN 103 is a comprehensive beginning Spanish course, which includes instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The class will be conducted almost exclusively in Spanish.

110 Spanish Conversation (F, W, Sp) 2
Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in SPAN 101 or 102 or 103 or permission. Understanding and speaking basic phrases and sentences. Development of vocabulary for everyday use in Spanish-speaking cultures. Includes group, conversational, and proficiency activities. Course offered only during a
quarter in which a foreign language intern is available. Elective credit only. May be repeated.

201 Intermediate Spanish (F) 5
Prereq: SPAN 103 with min. 1.5 or permission.
SPAN 201 is an intermediate course designed to help students further develop grammatical concepts introduced during the beginning Spanish course series as well as read and analyze works of literature and identify major themes related to the history and culture of Spanish-speaking people. It continues instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The class will be conducted exclusively in Spanish.

202 Intermediate Spanish (W) 5
Prereq: SPAN 201 with min. 1.5 or permission.
SPAN 202 is an intermediate course designed to help students further develop grammatical concepts introduced during the beginning Spanish course series as well as read and analyze works of literature and identify major themes related to the history and culture of Spanish-speaking people. It continues instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The class will be conducted exclusively in Spanish.

203 Intermediate Spanish (Sp) 5
Prereq: SPAN 202 with min. 1.5 or permission.
SPAN 203 is an intermediate course designed to help students further develop grammatical concepts introduced during the beginning Spanish course series as well as read and analyze works of literature and identify major themes related to the history and culture of Spanish-speaking people. It continues instruction and practice in all four language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The class will be conducted exclusively in Spanish.

291 Special Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Permission.
Student-instructor designed contract for special studies at the intermediate level.

292 Special Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 2
Prereq: Permission.
Student-instructor designed contract for special studies at the intermediate level.

293 Special Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: Permission.
Student-instructor designed contract for special studies at the intermediate level.

294 Special Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 4
Prereq: Permission.
Student-instructor designed contract for special studies at the intermediate level.

295 Special Studies (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Permission.
Student-instructor designed contract for special studies at the intermediate level.

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SPEECH COMMUNICATION (SPCH) (Course listing updated June 2007)

080 Improving Speech Skills (F, W, Sp) 5
Teaches beginning speaking, listening, and feedback skills. Includes intellectual, emotional, physical, and cross-cultural aspects of communication.

100 Basic Oral Communication (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Min. reading COMPASS 71 or ASSET 38 or ESL COMPASS 260 or either READ 060 or SPCH 080 with min. 2.0.
Provides underlying theory and practice with basic communication in one-to-one, one-to-many, and small-group settings; focuses on communicator competency.

140 Cooperative Education (Su, F, W, Sp) 1-5
Prereq: Permission.
This course requires work experience to be coordinated with the instructor. Provides an opportunity for students to combine classroom theory with practical experience gained in the workplace. In addition to the work experience, which is related to career goals and major, students participate
in a weekly seminar on campus.

200 Intercultural Communication (F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Min. reading COMPASS 71 or ASSET 38 or ESL COMPASS 260 or either READ 060 or SPCH 080 or SPCH 100 with min. 2.0.
Speech communication theory and strategies designed to enhance the student's ability to interact with persons from different cultures both within and outside our border.

205 Nonverbal Communication (Su, F, W) 5
Prereq: Min. reading COMPASS 71 or ASSET 38 or ESL COMPASS 260 or either READ 060 or SPCH 080 with min. 2.0. Completion of SPCH 100 recommended.
Explores perspectives on the prevalence and importance of nonverbal communication in human interaction. Includes effects of environment and space, physical appearance, physical behavior, the eyes and face, and vocal cues on human communication with a special emphasis on understanding intercultural differences.

210 Interpersonal and Group Communication (F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Min. reading COMPASS 71 or ASSET 38 or ESL COMPASS 260 or either READ 060 or SPCH 080 or SPCH 100 with min. 2.0. Completion of SPCH 100 recommended.
A study of how relationships function systemically, roles of group members
and leaders, multiculturalism and appreciation of diversity, and effective problem solving and conflict management. Includes extended international/intercultural service learning commitment.

213 Presentation Skills (Su, F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Min. reading COMPASS 71 or ASSET 38 or ESL COMPASS 260 or either READ 060 or SPCH 080 or SPCH 100 with min. 2.0. Completion of SPCH 100 recommended.
Practical presentation skills in which students develop and deliver a variety
of speeches suitable for many settings: job, community, and school. Speaking competence is developed including use of audio-visual materials.

240 Cooperative Education (Su, F, W, Sp) 1-5
Prereq: Permission.
This course requires work experience to be coordinated with the instructor. Provides an opportunity for students to combine classroom theory with practical experience gained in the workplace. In addition to the work experience, which is related to career goals and major, students participate
in a weekly seminar on campus.

291 Contractual Studies (F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Permission.
Offers individual activities under the guidance of an instructor. May include Readers Theater or other performance situations, interviewing or projects in interpersonal, nonverbal, or public communication.

292 Contractual Studies (F, W, Sp) 2
Prereq: Permission.
Offers individual activities under the guidance of an instructor. May include Readers Theater or other performance situations, interviewing or projects in interpersonal, nonverbal, or public communication.

293 Contractual Studies (F, W, Sp) 3
Prereq: Permission.
Offers individual activities under the guidance of an instructor. May include Readers Theater or other performance situations, interviewing or projects in interpersonal, nonverbal, or public communication.

294 Contractual Studies (F, W, Sp) 4
Prereq: Permission.
Offers individual activities under the guidance of an instructor. May include Readers Theater or other performance situations, interviewing or projects in interpersonal, nonverbal, or public communication.

295 Contractual Studies (F, W, Sp) 5
Prereq: Permission.
Offers individual activities under the guidance of an instructor. May include Readers Theater or other performance situations, interviewing or projects in interpersonal, nonverbal, or public communication.

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STUDENT SERVICES (S SER) (Course listing updated June 2007)

090 College Skills Lab (F, W, Sp) 1-2
Note: For students enrolled in 10 or more credits.
Emphasis on study time management skills appropriate to student's current full-time schedule. Individualized programs will address efficient note-taking, textbook reading, and time management skills necessary for success in concurrent college coursework.

100 College Survival (Su, F, W, Sp) 1
Prereq: Permission. Note: For international students only. Overview of campus resources and academic assessment.
Emphasis on learning styles, decision making, time management, study skills, procrastination, and test taking that contribute to student success.

104 Stress Management and Relaxation (F, W, Sp) 1-3
Presents theories for the origin of stress, the physical and psychological consequences, and methods for stress reduction. Students will explore the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Each student will construct an individualized plan for the management of their own stress at school and in the workplace.

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